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Aalesund International School

Norway, Ålesund

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees NOK 24,720
Ages 6 - 15 years
Pupil numbers 120
Type Co-educational
Opened 2012
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), Korean Curriculum
Taught languages English, Norwegian, Spanish
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, STEM
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages Primary School, Middle School
Introduction

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.

Borgundvegen 418, 6015 Ålesund, Norway

The Essentials

Aalesund International School has 120 pupils, instruction in English.

Location
Visit address: Borgundvegen 418, 6015 Ålesund; campus located at Gåseid, about halfway between the Ålesund center and the Moa/Spjelkavik suburban center.

Stages
Primary and middle school for ages 6-15.

Type
International school, co-educational

Pupil Nationality Mix
Approximately 120 students representing over 30 nationalities.

Country affiliation
Norway
Diving Deeper

Food Options
Kenny's cafe is a modern on-site canteen and kitchen that seats over 80 students. It provides daily snacks and lunch for primary students.
Fees

Annual tuition at Aalesund International School ranges from NOK 24,720 for 2026/27.

School fees (summary)

- School fees are billed in 10 monthly instalments from September to June.

Monthly tuition (per enrolled child)

- NOK 2,595 per month for the first enrolled child.
- NOK 1,947 per month for each additional (sibling) child.
- NOK 525 per month for a third and any subsequent child.

Annual figures cited in enrolment materials

- Annual school fee shown in enrolment materials: NOK 24,720 for the first child and NOK 18,540 for a sibling.

Tuition structure by year group

- Tuition is charged per enrolled child rather than being differentiated by year group; the fee schedule is presented as a flat per-child charge (see monthly and annual figures above).

Application fees

- No separate application fee is published in the school's enrolment or fees information.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Billing schedule: fees are invoiced as 10 monthly instalments covering September through June. Specific invoice due dates, late-payment penalties, or detailed payment terms are not published in the fee summary.

Boarding fees

- The school does not operate a boarding programme; boarding fees are not applicable.

Other costs and school-provided services

- School-Age Childcare (SFO) is provided (including six weeks of holiday care), but published fee listings do not state a separate SFO charge.
- Transport: eligible students are entitled to a free bus card under the stated transport criteria (distance/municipality rules); explicit charges for daily transport are not listed.
- No published, itemised charges for uniforms, textbooks, technology, excursions or extracurricular activities appear in the school's publicly posted fees pages.

Refunds and withdrawal

- No published refund or withdrawal fee schedule is provided in the available fee and enrolment materials. Specific refund conditions and any pro‑rata calculations are not stated in the fee summary.

Fee payment options

- Payment methods (for example: bank transfer, direct debit, credit card or online payment portal) are not specified in the published fee pages or enrolment form summary. Parents are directed to the school office for administrative matters.

Brief summary of findings and gaps

- Published, explicit items: billing cadence (10 monthly instalments, Sept–June), the monthly per‑child amounts (NOK 2,595 / NOK 1,947 / NOK 525) and an alternative annual figure shown in enrolment materials (NOK 24,720 first child; NOK 18,540 sibling).
- Not published or not specified in the available materials: any application fee amount, detailed invoice due dates and late‑payment penalties, the school's accepted payment methods, a formal refund policy or pro‑rata withdrawal rules, itemised charges for uniforms/textbooks/activities, and separate SFO pricing.
Academics

Aalesund International School teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), Korean Curriculum for students aged 6 to 15.

Curriculum
AaIS uses a transdisciplinary, inquiry-based curriculum that integrates subject disciplines into a coherent whole. Primary students work on six units of inquiry each year: Who we are; Where we are in place and time; How we express ourselves; How the world works; How we organize ourselves; and Sharing the planet. Within these units, language, mathematics, science, social studies, art and personal, social and physical education are integrated, with curriculum mapping ensuring coverage. The language of instruction is English; 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 taught in an interdisciplinary way with a focus on holistic learning, intercultural awareness and communication. The Learner Profile, a set of ten attributes, guides student development.

Student Teacher Ratio
Small class sizes. Approximately 120 students in total.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
AaIS provides a safe, supportive and challenging environment for students. It seeks to provide students with an international education based on humanitarian principles and mutual respect. A Social Worker supports students' social, emotional and personal development and collaborates with teachers, families and external agencies to ensure they have the support they need to thrive. The school emphasizes wellbeing in daily school life and aims to foster a positive, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
AaIS supports children with diverse learning or developmental needs. The school has a Social Worker with experience supporting children with diverse learning or developmental needs.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is a priority at AaIS. A Social Worker focuses on students' social, emotional and personal development and collaborates with teachers, families and external agencies to provide support. Staff aim to support student wellbeing and foster a positive learning environment.

Safeguarding
AaIS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to background checks.
Parent Experience

History
Initiative to establish AaIS came from major companies in the Aalesund region. The AaIS trust was established and worked with the Aalesund Chamber of Commerce, regional businesses and local authorities to open a fully functional international school in August 2012. AaIS started in temporary premises in Larsgården before moving to the current campus in Nørvasund in 2013. AaIS purchased the property from Ålesund Municipality in 2018 and has since upgraded the infrastructure.

Community
AaIS has a student body representing over 30 nationalities and approximately 120 students. The school emphasizes an inclusive and welcoming environment where every student is valued and supported. The mission focuses on humanitarian principles and mutual respect and developing pupils into responsible global citizens through learning that lasts a lifetime.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The campus is located at Gåseid, halfway between Ålesund center and the Moa/Spjelkavik suburban center. The building is approximately 2000 m2 and includes classrooms, workrooms, teacher work areas, a library, a makerspace, a music room, a cafe/kitchen and a gymnasium. The outdoor playground area is safe and features an astroturf football field and a basketball court. The library houses over 7000 books in English, Norwegian and other languages and uses Follett Destiny as its library system. The makerspace includes a state-of-the-art 3D printer and virtual reality equipment, and the facilities are designed with health and safety in mind (acoustics, indoor climate, air quality and light quality).

Sports Facilities
A gymnasium is equipped for a range of sport activities with benches, mats, basketball hoops and goals. The outdoor area includes a multisport astroturf field and a basketball court. The campus provides a safe outdoor space and supports physical education through its indoor and outdoor facilities.

Academic Facilities
Classrooms have modern layouts and ergonomic furniture. The library contains over 7000 English, Norwegian and other-language books and uses Follett Destiny. The makerspace features a 3D printer and virtual reality equipment. A music room is available for musical learning and creativity.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school follows the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework with transdisciplinary units of inquiry. Primary students work within six global themes that integrate language, mathematics, science, social studies, art and personal, social and physical education. Instruction is in English, with Norwegian language lessons and mother-tongue support. The middle school teaches the Norwegian national curriculum in an interdisciplinary way and emphasizes inquiry-based learning and the IB Learner Profile.

Arts & Creative
The campus features a makerspace used for arts and crafts, design, science experiments and meetings. It is equipped with a state-of-the-art 3D printer and virtual reality equipment. The music room hosts a range of instruments including pianos, ukuleles and drums. The school library contains over 7,000 books in English, Norwegian and other languages to support creative and literary pursuits.

Cultural & Language
The language of instruction is English. Norwegian language lessons are part of the weekly schedule and are aligned with Norwegian requirements. Spanish is taught during the school day with separate beginner and intermediate Spanish clubs after school. Mother-tongue support is available weekly to aid Norwegian language development.

Social & Hobbies
Before and after school supervision (SFO) offers activities including homework support, board games, arts and crafts, computer games and film screenings. Indoor activities are complemented by outdoor options such as yard play and local trips. The campus features a gym, a multisport astroturf field and a basketball court for ongoing sports and recreation. The library and makerspace provide spaces for hobbies and collaborative projects.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Physical education includes a large sports hall, outdoor sports facilities, swimming lessons for Years 3 and 7, and an annual Ski Day. The gym, astroturf field and basketball court support regular physical activity and team participation. Kenny's Cafe provides meals to over 80 students in a social setting.
Languages

Language Provision
The school teaches in English. Norwegian language lessons are part of the weekly schedule and align with Norwegian law requirements. Language development is supported through Language and Literature (L.L.) and Language Acquisition (L.A.) classes in either Norwegian or English, with weekly mother-tongue support for Norwegian available as needed. Spanish lessons are offered during the school day, with beginner/intermediate Spanish Clubs after school.
Reputation

Awards
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Accreditations
IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) authorization from the International Baccalaureate Organization
School Events
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