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Instructs in Norwegian, English

Fees NOK 10,000

Pupils 800

Type Co-educational

Nesbru videregående skole is a public upper secondary school in Billingstad, Norway, serving about 900 students with around 140 staff. The school offers Studiespesialisering and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), with instruction predominantly in English and all assignments and exams in English. An Internasjonalt Vg1 (International Vg1 SSP) program provides bilingual instruction in Norwegian and English to prepare students for IB or an exchange year, and includes international activities such as Meet the World. The IBDP covers six subject groups—A Language, B Language, Individuals and Societies, Experimental Sciences, Mathematics, and the Arts—with Higher Level and Standard Level options, plus the core components Theory of Knowledge, the Extended Essay, and a CAS portfolio. Nesbru emphasizes professional learning communities, study workshops, elevtjeneste, and support for learners through adapted instruction and coordination of special education. The school operates departments in Realfag, Byggfag, Tilrettelagt opplæring, and Internasjonal Baccalaureate, reflecting a broad range of study pathways and future-oriented learning.

Location

Located in Nesbru, Billingstad, Akershus, Norway. The school is at Torstadåsen 7, 1396 Billingstad. Nesbru is a suburban area near Oslo, served by local buses, with on-site parking available.

Stages

Upper secondary (Vg1–Vg3) with General Studies (SSP), International Vg1, the International Baccalaureate (IB) pathway, and Påbygging to general study competence, along with Adapted education.

Type

Public upper secondary school (coeducational)

Pupil Nationality Mix

Most students are Norwegian; many have international experience or backgrounds; some have one or two foreign parents; each year there are students whose mother tongue is English or other languages.

Additional learning support

Adapted education is available for students with additional learning needs.

Country affiliation

Norway

Bus service

Bus transport is organized through Ruter. From August 1, 2026, most students must purchase a 30-day monthly pass for youth, costing 238 NOK per month and valid for travel throughout Akershus and Oslo; the school can assist with applying for free passes where eligible.

Application fees

- There is no general application fee for admission to Nesbru videregående skole as a public upper secondary school; the regular public admissions process does not require payment.

- The IB Diploma Programme at Nesbru requires submission of the school application form but does not list a separate one-time application charge; IB students are subject to an annual programme fee (see Tuition section).

Tuition fees by school year (detailed per year group)

- Vg1 (studieforberedende) — Tuition: NOK 0 per school year. Public upper secondary education is covered by the gratisprinsippet; students do not pay tuition for ordinary state-funded Vg1 programmes.

- Vg2 (studieforberedende / vocational) — Tuition: NOK 0 per school year for the standard county-funded programmes. The IB Diploma corresponds to Vg2–Vg3 when taken at Nesbru; see IB line below for its specific fee.

- Vg3 (studieforberedende / vocational) — Tuition: NOK 0 per school year for the standard county-funded programmes.

- IB Diploma Programme (normally taken as two years corresponding to Vg2 and Vg3): school fee NOK 10,000 per school year for every student enrolled in the IB programme. This amount is stated as a per-school‑year fee. Online IB language courses offered through the programme may carry additional optional fees (approx. NOK 15,000 per year for selected online language courses).

- Elev‑PC (required equipment cost): all students in Akershus county are required to have a laptop for schoolwork. Standard county PC models are offered under a purchase scheme with an annual own‑share (egenandel) of NOK 1,427 per year for the standard PC options; payment is made as yearly own‑shares over the length of the programme (three annual own‑shares for 3‑year programmes, two for 2‑year programmes). Optional higher‑spec machines and Mac models are offered at one‑time full prices (examples: Kraftig‑PC NOK 12,431; MacBook Air models listed at NOK 16,413 and NOK 18,838).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Public tuition for regular Vg1–Vg3 programmes: not applicable (no tuition billed).

- IB programme fee: stated as NOK 10,000 per school year (charged per school year). The application form identifies the annual amount but does not specify a detailed instalment schedule on the form itself.

- Elev‑PC billing: the annual own‑share for standard PC models is invoiced to the student in November each year. Invoices for the Elev‑PC annual own‑share are issued by the county IT sender (FRID IKS) and may be delivered as eFaktura, via Vipps, or as a paper invoice. Standard PC models are paid as annual own‑shares; optional higher‑spec machines and Mac purchases require one‑off payment.

Boarding fees (if applicable)

- Nesbru operates as a day school (no boarding facilities); there are no boarding fees.

Other costs or fees

- Required personal equipment: all students must have a functioning laptop appropriate for the programme. The county Elev‑PC scheme gives the standard options (annual own‑share) or full‑price optional models; learners can also use a suitable private machine. The state student equipment stipend (Lånekassen utstyrsstipend) can cover the standard PC cost for those who apply.

- IB optional course fees: some online IB language courses (e.g., Mandarin, Spanish, French ab initio or certain B-language online courses) carry extra optional fees of approximately NOK 15,000 per year. These apply only to students who choose those online courses.

- School trips, materials and subject‑specific consumables: standard, county‑funded instruction follows the gratisprinsippet for core teaching and learning resources; however, programmes may require individually necessary equipment or materials in specific subjects where the student is normally expected to provide particular items. The Elev‑PC arrangement and references to equipment funding clarify how digital equipment is handled.

- Uniforms: no compulsory school uniform is listed as part of the school's arrangements for Nesbru (standard Norwegian public upper secondary practice does not include mandatory uniforms unless explicitly stated by the school).

Refund and cancellation information

- Elev‑PC purchases: a consumer right of withdrawal (angrerett) applies to purchases through the county ordering portals; the county documentation states a 50‑day right of withdrawal after ordering for PC purchases, with instructions for returning machines via the vendor portals (Komplett or Eplehuset) and contacts for vendor support. Standard PC own‑shares paid to the county follow the invoice and payment rules described by the Elev‑PC scheme.

- IB programme fee and other school fees: the IB application form specifies the annual IB fee (NOK 10,000) but does not include an explicit refund or cancellation clause on the form itself; any refund or cancellation conditions for that fee would be governed by the school's administrative rules and payment procedures.

Fee payment options

- Elev‑PC own‑share invoices: payment channels listed for Elev‑PC invoices are eFaktura, Vipps or paper invoice; invoices are sent to the student and issued by FRID IKS. Annual own‑shares are paid each year for standard PC models; optional higher‑spec models require one‑time payment.

- IB programme fee: the application documentation specifies the annual amount (NOK 10,000) but does not list specific payment channels on the application form itself. For the Elev‑PC scheme the county provides explicit payment channels as noted above.

Summary of the key numeric items (2026/27 basis where available)

- Public Vg1–Vg3 tuition: NOK 0 per school year (no tuition).
- IB Diploma Programme fee: NOK 10,000 per school year (applies to all IB students).
- Optional online IB language courses: approx. NOK 15,000 per year where chosen.
- Elev‑PC standard own‑share: NOK 1,427 per year (paid as yearly own‑shares across the programme). Optional higher‑spec machines: one‑off prices such as NOK 12,431 (Kraftig‑PC) or MacBook Air prices listed (e.g., NOK 16,413 / NOK 18,838). Invoice issued in November; payment via eFaktura, Vipps or paper invoice.

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Curriculum

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) is a two-year program offered at Nesbru VGS, with the language of instruction and most of the curriculum in English; all assignments and final exams are in English. The IBDP prepares students for higher education in Norway and abroad and is equivalent to vitnemål from studiespesialisering. The program covers subjects across groups including A-Language (first language), B-Language, Individuals and Societies, Experimental Sciences, Mathematics, and Visual Arts, with Higher Level (HL) and Standard Level (SL) options. Assessments include final exams in May of the second year, plus the Extended Essay, Theory of Knowledge, and a CAS portfolio. Nesbru also offers Internasjonalt Vg1 (International Vg1 SSP) for first-year students who want to improve English and prepare for IB or an exchange year, with bilingual instruction in many subjects and opportunities like “Meet the World” and other international activities.

Higher Education Progression

The IB Diploma Programme will prepare you for colleges and universities in Norway and abroad; the IB diploma is equivalent to vitnemål from studiespesialisering.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Nesbru vgs emphasizes a student-centered approach and professional learning communities. The school values learning joy, professionalism, and mastery. It aims for excellent learning through collaboration among staff and students. The school environment is diverse, with about 900 students and around 140 staff. Students are active contributors in class discussions and in the student council, and they participate in after-school activities to strengthen community. The Active Student initiative engages students in their own learning and fosters classroom belonging and motivation toward mastery.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school provides inclusive learning through study workshops, Elevtjenesten (student services), and coordination of special education. Time is allocated for organizing the pedagogical staff in reflection groups and in subject groups. The driftspersonalet (operations staff) and administrative staff are important support functions in daily school life. The school coordinates support to tailor instruction to learners with special needs and to ensure appropriate adjustments across programs.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme is offered, and the language of instruction, as well as most of the curriculum, is English. All assignments and the final exams are in English. Nesbru vgs also provides a minoritetsspråklige offering: a Studiespesialisering class for minority-language learners to strengthen Norwegian language skills. For admission to the IB Diploma, applicants must demonstrate a satisfactory level of English, as well as proficiency in mathematics and science, as part of the entrance requirements.

Mental Wellbeing

The School Health Service provides confidential advice and guidance on health and well-being and can refer students to a doctor, the pedagogical-psychological service (PPT), or other agencies. Students can discuss personal problems related to home, school, or friends; contraception and sexual health; sleep and nutrition; stress, grief, anxiety, depression, eating issues, self-harm, and pain; bullying, school absence, low self-esteem, or concentration problems. The service is free, and visits with the school nurse count as documented absence. The nurses operate with confidentiality, with mandatory reporting if there is suspicion of harm. Nesbru vgs has two school nurses who work on-site and can be contacted without an appointment via the second floor near the counselors or through Teams messages.

Safeguarding

All students have the right to a safe and well‑functioning school environment free from harassment, bullying, violence, discrimination, and other harm. The school has an active duty to act quickly and appropriately when harm is suspected or occurs, with staff responsible for monitoring, intervening, reporting, and developing an activity plan with the student. The school maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward harassment, and every case is handled with measures such as formal proceedings and potential consequences. Students should report concerns to a trusted adult or the Ombud for Children and Young People if needed. Guardians are informed for students under 18, and authorities may be involved when appropriate; the student helps shape the activity plan to ensure safety and well-being. The school continually works to protect the rights and safety of all members of the school community.

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Fagerhaug International School

Instructs in English, Norwegian

Ages 6 - 16 years

Fees NOK 19,085

Pupils 135

Type Co-educational

Fagerhaug International School is a private international school in Stjørdal, Norway, offering IB programmes for ages. The school serves students ages 6 to 16 with IB Primary Years Programme for 6–11 and IB Middle Years Programme for 11–16. It has been authorized to offer the PYP since 2017. For the 2025/2026 school year, enrollment is 135 students, with a maximum capacity of 150. The school operates across two campuses: Husbyfaret 14, 7505 Stjørdal, and Teglgata 5, 7502 Stjørdal. English and Norwegian are the languages of instruction, with Spanish available as a third language option in the MYP, and language learning integrated across subjects. Leticia Balzi teaches Arts and Design in the MYP, and the library supports multilingualism. SFO provides after‑school care from 06:45 to 16:45, August to June, with July as a holiday. After‑school activities are organized through partnerships with Kulturskolen, Stjørdals‑Blink, Lånke IL, IL Fram, and Stjørdal basketball club.

Application fees
- No application fee is charged for admission; applications are submitted via the school's online application form.

Tuition fees (2026/27 academic year)
- Single-child rate: NOK 1,000 per month. Annual total (11 months): NOK 11,000.
- Sibling/family rate: NOK 1,735 per month for families with two or more children (sibling reduction). Annual total (11 months): NOK 19,085.
- Tuition is a single flat rate and is not listed by individual grade or year group; the same tuition structure applies across all school year groups.

Per-term breakdown (amounts derived from the monthly rates and the school's 11‑month billing cycle)
- The school bills monthly for 11 months (no payment in July). Using the school's 2026–27 academic calendar months to divide the paid months into typical school terms (Aug–Dec = 5 months; Jan–Mar = 3 months; Apr–Jun = 3 months), the per-term charges calculate as follows:
- Single-child: Autumn term (5 months) NOK 5,000; Winter term (3 months) NOK 3,000; Spring term (3 months) NOK 3,000.
- Two-or-more-children family rate (combined monthly): Autumn term (5 months) NOK 8,675; Winter term (3 months) NOK 5,205; Spring term (3 months) NOK 5,205.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition is billed on a monthly basis and payable for 11 months per year; there is no payment required in July.
- When a student is withdrawn from the school, tuition remains payable during the resignation period: two months' payment from the 1st of the month following the withdrawal notice. By submitting the withdrawal form the student's place is terminated and a new application is required to return.

Boarding fees
- The school does not list any boarding provision or boarding fees; the school operates as a day school and offers after‑school care (SFO) for younger grades.

After‑school care (SFO) and other fees
- SFO fees (rates valid from 1 August 2025):
- Grades 1–3: up to 12 hours per week NOK 0; over 12 hours per week NOK 890 per month.
- Grade 4: up to 12 hours per week NOK 2,205 per month; over 12 hours per week NOK 2,880 per month.
- Meals (SFO): NOK 20 per day.
- Additional snack/meal charge in SFO: NOK 20 per afternoon, capped at NOK 330 per month per child and NOK 500 per month per family.
- SFO sibling discount: 30% sibling reduction.

Other costs
- No school uniform fee is listed. Standard extracurricular or activity costs are not listed as part of the tuition; any extra charges for specific activities or materials are handled separately and are not reflected in the flat tuition figures above.

Refunds and cancellation terms
- Tuition is payable during the school's resignation period (two months from the 1st of the following month) when a student leaves; the resignation form must be completed to terminate a place and tuition obligations continue for that period.
- SFO cancellation: if a child leaves SFO before the end of the period, SFO has a one‑month notice requirement (from the 1st of the following month).

Fee payment options and contact for payments
- Public pages do not list specific online payment methods (credit card, direct debit, etc.). For payment instructions and invoicing details parents should contact the school office by phone or email: +47 74 84 07 70 or post@fagerhaugoppvekst.no.

Effective date
- The tuition rates above are published as effective from 1 August 2026 for the coming academic year.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school provides a safe environment where students feel valued and respected, reflecting a Caring, Integrity, and Excellence framework. It aims to develop caring, knowledgeable lifelong learners who inquire and take action to create a better world. Mental health and social skills development are supported through school health services, the school nurse, group discussions, and confidential conversations with students.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Fagerhaug International School will work with parents and the county's special needs services to support students with language or learning needs; where applicable, additional language acquisition support is offered and first-language support in English-taught subjects is not available.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The languages of instruction are English and Norwegian; all students are expected to learn English and Norwegian in the PYP and MYP programmes. The school is positive about accepting students without Norwegian or English as their first language, but first-language support in English-taught subjects is not available and there may be limited first-language support for Norwegian. Teachers function as language teachers, and a preliminary language-mapping interview is used when students join to assess language competencies; students may access first-language reading materials and translation tools as needed.

Mental Wellbeing

Mental health is a focus of the school health services, with a school nurse available for consultations. The program addresses mental health, social development, nutrition, physical activity, well-being, and related topics, with options for individual or group conversations to support student well-being.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is addressed through school health services in collaboration with guardians, child welfare services, and specialist services. The school maintains confidentiality and open communication with guardians, and can refer students to Child Welfare Services or Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (BUP) as needed.

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Blindern Videregående Skole

Instructs in English

Ages 16 - 18 years

Pupils 1000

Type Co-educational

Blindern Videregående Skole is a public upper secondary school in Norway that offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (DP) alongside the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP). The DP is a two-year program for students aged 16 to 18 and leads to the globally recognized IB Diploma, supporting entry to universities worldwide. The Diploma Programme is conducted in English, making it suitable for internationally mobile students and Norwegians seeking an English-language secondary education with rigorous university preparation. The program requires six subjects across languages, social sciences, natural sciences and mathematics, plus the DP core—Theory of Knowledge, the Extended Essay and Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS). Blindern has delivered the IB Diploma since 1978, and is the oldest IB school in Norway. The school also serves a diverse international community within a municipal setting, offering strong academic continuity and opportunities to study Visual Arts as part of the DP option for students.

Location

Blindern videregående skole is located at Sognsveien 80, 0855 Oslo, Norway. It is a part of Oslo Municipality's education system. The postal address is Oslo kommune, Utdanningsetaten, Blindern vgs, PB 6127 Etterstad, 0602 Oslo.

Stages

Two-year Diploma Programme. The IB Diploma course is taught in English.

Type

Public upper secondary school (municipal) offering the IB Diploma Programme

Country affiliation

Norway

Application fees

- There is no separate application fee charged by Blindern videregående skole for applying to its Diploma Programme or other programmes. Applications for Vg1 and MYP/DP are processed through the municipal application systems used by Oslo schools.

Tuition fees by school year (Vg1–Vg3 and IB years)

- There are no tuition fees for students enrolled at Blindern vgs (no per‑term or per‑year tuition charges for Vg1, Vg2, Vg3 or the two‑year IB Diploma Programme). Public videregående opplæring is provided without tuition charges.

- Textbooks and core learning materials for IB students are provided under the public education "gratis" principle; students do not pay for required textbooks (exception: optional purchases of literary works for Language & Literature may occur).

- The school operates an obligatory leased school‑computer arrangement: students pay a yearly lease for their school PC under a multi‑year lease agreement (three‑year arrangement). The lease is charged annually. The lease amount is set to correspond to the equipment grant from Statens Lånekasse (Lånekassen).

How that leased‑PC fee is determined (amount guidance for 2025/26)

- The leased‑PC charge is aligned with the Lånekassen equipment/utstyrsstipend. The national equipment stipend for videregående varies by study line; for the 2025/26 framework Lånekassen's published ranges show equipment support levels that cover a modest annual amount intended for equipment needs. (Lånekassen publishes the stipend scale used to determine equipment support.)

- Blindern's published parental information documents reference the compulsory three‑year PC lease and list the school's equipment‑stipend figure in their student information (example figure shown in the school's welcome letter for a prior year). The actual annual lease charged to a given student follows the lease contract issued by the school at intake.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- There is no tuition billing schedule because no tuition is charged. For billed items (the compulsory yearly PC lease and any specific optional charges), the lease is billed annually under the school's lease agreement; the lease contract is issued and signed at the start of the arrangement. Parents/guardians and the student sign the lease/contract at school enrolment.

- Payment deadlines and any late‑payment terms for the lease follow the invoicing and contractual terms included with the lease agreement and the school's invoicing practice; the school issues the contract and invoice details directly to the student/guardian.

Boarding / boarding fees

- Blindern videregående skole is a day school located in Oslo and does not operate a student boarding facility; there are no boarding fees.

Other costs or fees

- Uniform: There is no compulsory school uniform or uniform fee listed for Blindern. Normal school clothing/uniform items are not required.

- Voluntary/optional costs: Students may incur optional costs for extracurricular trips, voluntary activities, field trips or optional course materials where the activity is not part of the core instructional offer; such optional charges are handled separately and are not the same as tuition. Any optional activity fees are billed only when the activity is explicitly voluntary or outside the scope of the free core provision.

- Student insurance and personal items (meals, travel to/from school, personal stationery beyond supplied loaned materials) are the family's responsibility unless otherwise specified for a particular activity.

Refund information

- There are no tuition refunds because no tuition is charged. For the compulsory leased school‑computer arrangement, refund or pro‑rata arrangements (for example if a student leaves during the school year) are governed by the signed lease/contract and the school's invoicing terms; the lease contract sets any applicable refund or settlement terms.

Fee payment options

- Billed items for municipal schools are handled through standard municipal invoicing channels. Common payment channels for municipal invoices include bank transfer (with KID/reference), eFaktura and AvtaleGiro; these electronic invoicing and bank‑transfer channels are the typical way municipal school invoices are paid in Norway. Card payments are not commonly used for municipal school tuition (which does not apply here) and invoicing is usually via the invoice channels above.

- The school issues the specific invoice/contract for any billed item (for example the PC lease) and that invoice contains the payment details and acceptable payment methods for that charge. Parents/guardians should follow the invoice instructions and the signed lease/contract for exact payment methods, references and due dates.

Quick summary

- Application fee: None.
- Tuition: None for Vg1–Vg3 and IB years (no per‑term or per‑year tuition charges).
- Compulsory leased PC: Yearly lease charge (three‑year lease), billed annually; amount set to correspond with Lånekassen equipment grant levels.
- Boarding: Not applicable (no boarding facility).
- Other costs: Optional activity fees where activities are voluntary; no uniform fee.

If an exact numeric lease amount is required for a specific incoming cohort, the school issues the lease contract and invoice at enrolment which shows the exact annual lease figure and the billing schedule for that student.

Curriculum

The Diploma Programme is a two-year course that leads to the IB Diploma, recognized internationally for university entry. Students study six subjects across languages, social sciences, natural sciences and mathematics; an arts option is available, with Visual Arts offered. The programme includes the DP core: Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay and Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS). The Diploma Programme at Blindern is taught in English and is suitable for internationally mobile students and Norwegians seeking an English-language secondary education with in-depth study in three university-preparatory subjects. Blindern has delivered the IB Diploma since 1978, making it the oldest IB school in Norway today. Examinations are held in May on the same days worldwide, maintaining uniform standards via an international network of examiners.

Higher Education Progression

The IB Diploma leads to matriculation into most higher education institutions.

Admissions

The Diploma Programme is offered at 6,000 IB World Schools in 159 countries. It is a two-year programme that leads to the IB Diploma, an internationally recognised examination that qualifies for matriculation into most higher education institutions. It prepares students for university and for life, with opportunities to grow intellectually, emotionally and ethically. Diploma students study six subjects across languages, social sciences, natural sciences and mathematics over two years; Visual Arts is offered as an arts option. The DP core comprises Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay and Creativity, Activity and Service, which broaden students' skills.

The Blindern Diploma Programme requires study across languages, social sciences, natural sciences and mathematics over two years. It is based on the first year of Norwegian videregående skole or a similar academic preparation. The IB Diploma course is taught in English and is designed for internationally mobile applicants and Norwegian students seeking strong university preparation, with three subjects studied in depth, all taught in English.

Berg, the forerunner of Blindern vgs, was authorised to teach the IB Diploma in 1978, making Blindern the oldest IB school in Norway. Examinations are held in May worldwide with a uniform standard and an international examiner network.

IB Application 2025-26: Apply to MYP/DP at Blindern. For MYP5 and DP, apply through Vigo.no with Blindern as first choice. If you cannot apply online, contact us. Documents: IB Admission Policy at Blindern vgs.

Blindern vgs – part of Oslo schools. Visiting address: Sognsveien 80, 0855 Oslo. Postal address: Oslo Municipality, Education Administration, Blindern vgs, PB 6127 Etterstad, 0602 OSLO. Telephone: 908 08 059. Rector: Hege Haugland. Web editor: Mirsa Ficori.

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