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Children's International School Sarpsborg

Norway, Sarpsborg

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Norwegian
Fees NOK 42,350
Ages 6 - 16 years
Pupil numbers 175
Type Co-educational
Opened 2019
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP)
Taught languages Norwegian, Spanish
Strengths Performing Arts, Languages, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Primary School, Middle School
Introduction

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.

Tuneveien 20, 1710 Sarpsborg, Norway

The Essentials

Children's International School Sarpsborg has 175 pupils, instruction in English, Norwegian.

Location
Tuneveien 20, 1710 Sarpsborg, Norway. The school opened on August 26, 2019 with 175 students.

Stages
PYP 1 – MYP 5

Type
Private school

Additional learning support
English language support for students who do not speak English; help until they become independent.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
SFO is offered to CIS students from the 1st through the 4th grade. SFO provides a healthy snack after school; snacks may include cornflakes, crispbread with toppings and/or spread, fruit, or yogurt.

Governance and Ownership
CIS is owned by Taurito AS and is part of the Dibber Group; the Dibber Group is part of HJR Holding AS.
Fees

Annual tuition at Children's International School Sarpsborg ranges from NOK 42,350 for 2026/27.

Application / Enrolment fee

- A non-refundable signing (enrolment) fee of NOK 1,165 is invoiced shortly after signing the contract. This amount is deducted from the first instalment for August.

Tuition fees by year group

- PYP 1 – MYP 5: NOK 3,850 per month. All tuition amounts are charged as monthly instalments over 11 months (the school fee is averaged for the school year and charged equally every month).

- Equivalent totals (calculated from the monthly rate):
- Per month: NOK 3,850.
- Per 11-month academic year: NOK 42,350 (NOK 3,850 × 11).
- Equivalent per school term (annual divided into three terms, shown for budget planning): NOK 14,117 (rounded).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition is billed as equal monthly instalments across 11 months. Instalments are due on the 1st day of each month. The signing fee is deducted from the August instalment.

Boarding (if applicable)

- Boarding is not offered; CIS Sarpsborg is a day school serving grades 1–10. There are no boarding fees.

After-school care (SFO) and other recurring charges

- SFO (after-school care) is offered for PYP 1–4 with the following published prices for PYP 4:
- 5 days/week: NOK 1,975 per month.
- 4 days/week: NOK 1,775 per month.
- 3 days/week: NOK 1,575 per month.
- 2 days/week: NOK 1,375 per month.
- 1 day/week: NOK 975 per month.
- Drop-in: NOK 300 per day.

- For PYP 1–3 the first 12 hours of SFO are subsidised; the price for a full SFO place is NOK 445 per month (PYP 1–3 full-place price). SFO includes a healthy afternoon snack.

Other costs and recurrent provisions

- Device provision: Each PYP student is issued an iPad and each MYP student is issued a MacBook for use at school (and at home where indicated). Families should plan for normal device care, insurance, or replacement costs as needed.

- Sibling discount: A sibling discount is applied when more than one child from the same family is enrolled; families with financial challenges may request reduced school fees through school leadership. The exact sibling-discount percentage or scale is not stated here.

- Uniforms, exam entry fees, school trips, extracurricular activity charges, instrument lessons, and some optional excursions or external exam fees may incur additional costs; specific amounts for these items are not listed in this fee summary. SFO snack and standard activities are included in the published SFO prices.

Refund information

- The signing (enrolment) fee of NOK 1,165 is explicitly non-refundable. Other refund or withdrawal terms (for example, tuition refunds on mid-year withdrawal) are governed by the school's admission and payment regulations.

Fee invoicing and payment handling

- Instalments are invoiced and due on the 1st of each month; the school issues invoices as part of its payment administration. Specific accepted payment methods are managed through the school's invoicing process and administration. Parents pay according to the invoicing and instalment schedule.
Academics

Children's International School Sarpsborg teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP) for students aged 6 to 16.

Curriculum
IBO authorised private international school for grades 1 to 10, with an extended Arts programme and use of educational technology.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Opened on August 26, 2019 with 175 students. CIS Sarpsborg is dedicated to providing learning experiences that help students grow socially, emotionally and academically. The school focuses on social development and emotional wellbeing as part of its educational approach. Admission emphasises inclusivity and international mindedness, with no discrimination and an aim to promote effective learning, interest in other cultures and global perspectives.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Students do not have to be able to speak English to enrol at CIS Sarpsborg. While attending CIS, students will be expected to learn English and will be given help until they become independent. The school also aims to promote effective learning, interest in other cultures and global perspectives, and international mindedness.

Mental Wellbeing
The school focuses on social and emotional growth as part of the learning experience. It emphasises a caring attitude among staff and students and a respectful approach to different cultures and beliefs. This environment supports students' wellbeing as part of the overall educational experience.
Parent Experience

History
CIS Sarpsborg opened on August 26, 2019 with 175 students. CIS Moss opened in 2015 with 268 enrolled students. CIS Fredrikstad opened in 2012 with 90 students, and today has over 231 students. The CIS network comprises three IBO-authorised private international schools for grades 1 to 10, with an extended Arts programme and use of educational technology.

Community
CIS operates three campuses in Norway: Sarpsborg, Moss, and Fredrikstad. CIS seeks to give students an international education that promotes life-long learners, with a caring attitude and a respectful approach to different cultures and beliefs. SFO is offered to CIS students from the 1st through the 4th grade. The schools emphasise the extended Arts programme and educational technology as part of the learning experience.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
CIS Sarpsborg operates for grades 1 to 10 as part of Children's International School. The Sarpsborg campus opened on August 26, 2019, with 175 students. The school uses an extended Arts programme and educational technology to support teaching and learning. CIS is IB authorised, with campuses in Fredrikstad and Moss alongside Sarpsborg. The school aims to develop students socially, emotionally and academically.

Academic Facilities
The school is IB authorised for grades 1 to 10, with an extended Arts programme and use of educational technology. CIS provides an international education that promotes lifelong learning, caring attitudes and respect for different cultures. Educational technology is used to support instruction across subjects. The school aims to develop students socially, emotionally and academically.

Extra Curricular Facilities
SFO is offered to Children's International School students from the 1st till the 4th grade.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school is an IB-authorised private international school for grades 1 to 10. It offers an extended Arts programme and uses educational technology. Instruction is in English and Norwegian with support for mother tongue students. In the PYP, learning is organized around six themes, and in the MYP learning is inquiry-based with ATL skills emphasized.

Arts & Creative
The arts are a major focus, with instrument lessons, participation in the school orchestra, and involvement in choir, dance and drama. Lessons are taught by Norwegian and English language teachers under IB principles. The arts program includes extended music classes in addition to the standard hours.

Cultural & Language
Instruction is in English and Norwegian with support for mother tongue students. Students are taught by both Norwegian and English language teachers. The IB educational principles guide learning with international mindedness as a core aim. The school emphasizes respectful engagement with diverse cultures and beliefs.

Social & Hobbies
SFO is offered to Children's International School students from the 1st till the 4th grade. Opening hours are Mon–Thu 13:30–16:30 and Fri 13:30–16:30. During SFO, the students participate in activities such as dance, art, and sports games. SFO provides a healthy snack after school.

Community & Service
The school provides an internationally focused education and promotes social action as part of its mission. The values emphasize Community, Respect, Commitment and Ambition, and the vision aims to develop resilient, lifelong learners with a heart for the world.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
SFO after-school care supports wellbeing with structured activities and a healthy snack after school. Activities include dance, art, and sports, helping students stay active and engaged after the school day. SFO hours run from 13:30 to 16:30, providing a supervised environment after classes.
Languages

Language Provision
Students do not have to speak English to enrol. While attending CIS, students will be expected to learn English and will be given help until they become independent.
Reputation

Awards
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Accreditations
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Admissions

Admissions
1. The Principal on site is responsible for enrolling students in the school and placing them in the appropriate class. The school's office manager coordinates all procedures and inquiries related to admissions. Applications are processed through OpenApply.

Waitlist
2. The school does not publish a traditional waitlist; admissions are rolling throughout the year with priority-based selection. If there are more applicants than spaces within a priority category, the enrollment time (who applied first) is used, and if needed a lottery determines the outcome. An applicant's address is not a factor in admission.
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