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Children's International School Moss is a private IB continuum campus located at Bernt Ankers gate 21, Moss, Norway. It offers the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP) for students aged 6 to 16, taught in English and Norwegian with support for mother tongue learners. The Moss campus opened in 2015 with 268 enrolled students. Classrooms integrate technology, with each PYP student issued an iPad and each MYP student a MacBook to use at school and at home, and coding is embedded across the curriculum. The IB framework guides inquiry, action and reflection, and students develop Approaches to Learning to become lifelong, globally minded learners and global citizens. Arts are emphasized, including instrument lessons, orchestra, choir, dance and drama. The after-school program for 1st–4th grade offers activities such as dance, art and sports games, with hours 13:30–16:30 on weekdays. CIS Moss fosters caring attitudes and cross-cultural understanding.

Children's International School Sarpsborg, located at Tuneveien 20, is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme and Middle Years Programme for students aged 6 to 16. It operates as a private school within the CIS network, which includes IBO-authorised campuses in Fredrikstad, Moss and Sarpsborg. The Sarpsborg campus opened in 2019 with 175 students and teaches in English and Norwegian, with mother tongue support. The curriculum centres on inquiry-based learning, supported by the International Baccalaureate framework and ATL skills in the MYP, and six thematic strands in PYP. An extended Arts programme and the use of educational technology enrich instruction across subjects, alongside instrument lessons, a school orchestra, choir, dance and drama. After-school Care (SFO) is available for years 1 to 4, 13:30–16:30, offering activities and snacks. The school emphasizes social, emotional and academic development, international mindedness, and service through its mission and community activities for learners everywhere.

BISS Sentrum is Stavanger's international IB World School serving students aged 6–16. The school is part of the British International School of Stavanger network and offers the IB Primary Years Programme in English for ages 6–11 and the IB Middle Years Programme in English for ages 11–16. Classrooms emphasize inquiry, language development and global mindedness as part of the IB framework. The campus is located near Stavanger city centre, with a temporary site at Tanke Svilands gate 73 following a fire in 2024, while repairs are underway. The school welcomes a diverse community of staff and students from nearly 60 countries, enriching daily life. Notable on-site programs include Young Coderz Coding Club (programming, robotics and electronics for PYP 3+), and I'M A MUSICIAN, a private music academy offering piano, voice, guitar and violin lessons after school on site. Additional clubs foster French language learning and outdoor activities with local partners.

Aalesund International School (AaIS) is a co-educational school for students aged 6 to 15, located on a campus in Gåseid between Ålesund center and Moa/Spjelkavik area. The school offers IB programs (PYP and MYP) alongside elements of Korean curriculum. The primary program uses transdisciplinary inquiry across six units of inquiry each year, integrating language, mathematics, science, social studies, art and physical education through inquiry‑based learning. English is the language of instruction; Norwegian is taught weekly, and Spanish is offered during the school day with clubs after school. In the middle years, the Norwegian national curriculum is delivered in an interdisciplinary way, with emphasis on holistic learning, intercultural awareness and communication. AaIS features a library with over 7,000 books, a makerspace with a 3D printer and VR equipment, and a music room. The campus includes a gym, an astroturf field and a basketball court, with outdoor spaces for activities and trips.

Arendal International School is a private, co-educational day school in Norway that delivers English-language instruction within the International Baccalaureate framework. It offers IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) for students aged 6 to 16. All lessons are taught in English, with Norwegian and Spanish offered as language classes. The diverse student body represents more than forty nations, and learners are guided by the IB learner profile to develop multilingual communication and global citizenship. The academic year runs from mid-August to late June. Facilities include a well-equipped library with English, Norwegian and other language titles, a media room, and digital tools to support research and creativity. An on-site After School Care (SFO) operates for younger students, and a School Nurse serves under the National School Health Programme. AIS is governed by a Board of Trustees within the Norwegian educational system. The library supports Accelerated Reader targets.

Arendal Videregaende Skole operates across two campuses in Arendal, Tyholmen (Kirkebakken 8) and Barbu (Mølleheia 12). It offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) alongside Norway's national university-preparatory studies, vocational education and adult education. The school dates back to the early 19th century and today serves over a thousand students with a broad subject choice, including General Studies with a researcher track and with internationalization. Facilities include two libraries at Barbu and Tyholmen, open weekdays with free four-week textbook loans and staff support from librarians Ann-Katrin Knudsen and Miriam del Carmen Rannekleiv. Extracurricular life centers on UKM, a culture platform for youth, and a student Elevråd that represents all classes. The school also administers public examinations for external candidates. Nutritious dining is provided via two cafeterias offering breakfast, with renewed emphasis on healthy options. Opportunities include cultural, academic and leadership activities across both campuses. Librarians support study and sourcing.

GIS is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for Grades 1–6 and the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for Grades 7–10. Located at Studieveien 17 on Gjovik University Campus, the school benefits from campus resources and proximity to NTNU. GIS opened in August 2015 and has grown to about 183 students for the 2024/25 year, with waiting lists in several grades. The IB framework shapes a transdisciplinary curriculum, including Norwegian language classes and English as the language of instruction; German has been taught since 2016. Graduates can continue IB education through the Diploma Programme at IB schools worldwide, including Gjøvik and Elverum High Schools. Facilities include a two-section library with PYP and MYP spaces, a Campus Arena for indoor PE, and a football pitch for outdoor lessons. After-school activities run in cycles; the Student Council coordinates service projects such as World Food Day and The Giving Tree.

Haugesund International School is an English-language IB World School on the island of Karmøy in Norway. It serves students aged 6 to 16 with the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for Grades 1–5 and the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for Grades 6–10. The school operates as a non-profit foundation and began in Haugesund in 2016 before moving to Torvastad in 2019. The 2023 campus expansion added a dedicated Middle Years building, a School Kitchen, Library, Science Lab and Art Room, while the original 1975 building now houses the PYP. The campus sits between farmland and the sea and includes a playground, ballcourt and outdoor spaces alongside modern indoor arenas for sports. The language of instruction is English, with Norwegian and Spanish offered as additional languages. The school emphasizes enrichment activities—music, poetry, architecture, mindfulness, knitting, chess and podcast creation—and hosts science fairs, cultural celebrations and student-led initiatives to foster inquiry and discovery.

Kongsberg International School (KIS) is an IB continuum school in Kongsberg that teaches in English and serves students aged 6 to 16. Founded in 2003 to serve the international community and provide continuity for Norwegian families returning from abroad, it offers the IB Primary Years Programme for Grades 1–6 (ages 6–12) and the IB Middle Years Programme for Grades 7–10 (ages 13–16). Class sizes are small, and the school is non-selective. With over 190 students from more than 39 nationalities, the community is diverse and welcoming. The campus includes a library and playground, with SFO opposite; there is no on-site canteen, and meals are brought from home. The library opens at 08:45 and runs a Library Club for Grades 4–6. The school emphasises outdoor education, PE, and learning through real-life contexts, including Grade 3–6 overnight trips, Dungeons & Dragons, and a Hopi Nakwách-inspired logo symbolising brotherhood. A PTA supports community projects.

International School Telemark (IST) is a private day school in Porsgrunn, Norway, offering IB World School programmes for the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP). English is the main working language. IST serves a multicultural student body from more than 25 nationalities and operates in small classes with a high staff-to-student ratio. The school opened in 2004 and moved to its current site at Hovet Ring 7 in August 2012. The IB curricula are delivered through inquiry-based learning, including the MYP Personal Project. Facilities support hands-on learning: a large hall/gym, library, science rooms (the kitchen converted into a science room), and arts and technology rooms. Outdoor spaces include playgrounds, a football pitch, ski tracks, and a skate park. Extracurriculars include outdoor trips, museum visits, ski days, design, painting and theatre, and Spanish language study. IST emphasizes intercultural understanding and global perspectives and receives state support with student fees making up the remainder.

Sandnes International School (SDIS) is located at Prinsens vei 8, 4315 Sandnes, Norway, and serves students aged 6 to 16. The school offers the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP). SDIS serves local and expat families in the Sandnes area, providing a culturally diverse educational experience. The on-site library supports literacy and research with printed books, audio books, and ebooks in English, Norwegian, and other languages, and functions as a learning hub with librarians guiding learners. The curriculum emphasises 21st-century skills—creativity, critical thinking, collaboration and communication—and aims to develop global leaders, entrepreneurs and effective communicators. Extracurriculars focus on personal, social and physical development, including immersive field trips and outdoor projects. The school is a UNESCO World School and a member of the Norwegian Association of IB Schools (NIBS). It highlights a low student-to-teacher ratio enabling individualized learning. This approach supports personalized learning and meaningful outcomes for students.

Skagerak International School, Tønsberg (SIS Tonsberg) is located at Baglergaten 16, 3111 Tønsberg, Norway. The school operates as a state institution and offers the International Baccalaureate continuum, including the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the Diploma Programme (DP). The MYP has been IB authorized since February 2008. The learning philosophy is constructivist and inquiry-based, with a balanced curriculum of concepts, knowledge, skills, attitudes and action. The school provides IB information and resources for parents and students across the IB programmes. As part of Norway's education system, students engage with the IB framework while connecting to local language and context. The campus supports inquiry, student agency and international-mindedness through a globally recognized curriculum that guides learning from primary through pre-university levels. The school emphasizes collaboration, reflection and responsible action within its student community. It supports international-mindedness and the IB continuum across programmes for students and families worldwide.

Asker International School is an IB World School in Asker, Norway, serving learners aged 6–18. The school delivers IB-structured curriculum: Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP), with English as the language of instruction. It is an authorised World School for PYP and MYP and is progressing toward Diploma Programme authorization, with first DP teaching planned for August 2027. Opened in 2013, AIS educates around 600 students from 40 nationalities. In the MYP, students study Mathematics, English, Norwegian, Sciences, Individuals and Societies, Physical Education, Performing Arts, Design, Spanish and Mandarin; in the PYP four languages are taught (English, Norwegian, Chinese, Spanish in MYP; two in PYP). The campus features Block C renovations including four new classrooms, a theatre, redesigned nurses' offices and a fenced playground. After-school Services broaden learning with coding, music, dance, and clubs such as Model UN and robotics, reflecting AIS's arts, language and STEM culture.

Birralee International School Trondheim is an English-medium Cambridge International School in Trondheim, central Norway, serving students aged 3 to 16. The curriculum follows the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) in the early years, the International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC) for the middle years, and Cambridge IGCSE for the later years. The school provides an English-speaking education for children living in Trondheim and the surrounding region. The Australian founder named the school Birralee, meaning a ‘safe place for children,' reflecting a welcoming and secure learning environment where each child is valued as an individual. The principal is Mrs Elin J. Hitchman. Since 1973, the school has provided international education to local and international families in central Norway. Birralee International School Trondheim offers a clear progression through internationally recognised curriculums and is positioned to prepare students for Cambridge qualifications.

Deutsch-Norwegische Schule Oslo is a private bi-cultural school in Oslo, recognized by both Germany and Norway, serving students aged 1 to 18. The school delivers a bilingual German–Norwegian education across all stages, with instruction in German, Norwegian, English and French, and a bilingual history program. From kindergarten through Abitur, students earn both the German Abitur and the Norwegian Vitnemål, enabling access to higher education worldwide. The curriculum includes the Deutsches Sprachdiplom I and a Ganztagsbetreuung after‑school program for grades 1–8. A bilateral contract funds the school, strengthening cross‑cultural ties and enabling dual qualifications under the Deutsches Internationales Abitur/DIAP. Facilities include a small library in the SAKS building and the Geitmyra city garden used for teaching and after‑school activities. The culture program Den kulturelle skolesekken (DKS), an orchestra, a primary choir, and collaborations with Oslo museums enrich learning; students also participate in Jugend musiziert and other cultural exchanges.

Norlights International School Oslo (NLIS) is a state-funded private school in Oslo's Skådalen district that serves students from age 6 to 18. Opened in 2015, it enrolls around 200 pupils and employs about 30 staff, with more than 40 nationalities represented. NLIS delivers the International Baccalaureate across the full continuum: Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the Diploma Programme (DP) is authorized and available. The campus supports inquiry-based learning through a transdisciplinary PYP framework and learner-centered MYP approaches, with DP preparation aligned to university pathways. The school emphasizes international mindedness, cross-cultural understanding and language development, alongside Norwegian contexts through the LK20 framework integration. Facilities focus on collaborative learning and specialist arts provision, including visual arts and music, with outdoor education and field visits underpinning well-being and social development. Located near the Holmenkollen metro line, NLIS fosters an inclusive, globally minded school community for students and their families.