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Frederik II Videregaende Skole

Norway, Fredrikstad

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages Not listed
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (DP)
Taught languages English, Spanish, French, German
Strengths Sport, Languages, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Secondary School, Sixth Form, Senior Secondary School
Introduction

Frederik II videregående skole operates on two Fredrikstad campuses, Cicignon and Frydenberg. The school offers five upper secondary study programs: Idrettsfag (Sports), International Baccalaureate, Salg, service og reiseliv (Sales, Service and Travel), Studiespesialisering (General Studies), and YSK (Yrkes- og studiekompetanse). The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme is taught in English and requires students to select six subjects across groups, with Theory of Knowledge and CAS integrated into the curriculum. Frederik II is the Nedre Glomma region's sole IB Diploma Programme provider, with tailored options and close teacher support. A distinctive feature is the Sandveien department within the Service and Transport program area, designed for students with complex learning difficulties, offering small classes (about 4-8 students) and on-site workshop. The school collaborates with local businesses to provide internships and practical work experiences, supporting well-being and a hands-on approach to learning, while maintaining pathways to apprenticeships or further study, for learners pursuing higher education or trades.

The Essentials

Frederik II Videregaende Skole has instruction in English.

Diving Deeper

Food Options
The school provides a canteen where students can eat. Lunch is from 11:30 to 12:00. On Tuesdays there is a mid-time from 11:30 to 12:20. During breaks, students can use the canteen to play table tennis, meet friends, work on assignments, engage in the student council or as a youth motivator, or read a book in the library with music.
Fees
Application fees
- There is no application fee for admission to Frederik II videregående skole. Applications are submitted through the national admission system (VIGO) and do not carry a charge.

Tuition fees by year group (Vg1, Vg2, Vg3, etc.)
- Frederik II is a public upper secondary school. There are no tuition or school fees for ordinary students at any year level (Vg1, Vg2, Vg3) for the 2026/27 academic year; tuition is NOK 0 per term and NOK 0 per year for all standard programmes. Public videregående opplæring follows the national "gratisprinsipp" (free education) so no annual or term tuition is charged.

Mandatory charges and typical additional costs (per year / per term where applicable)
- Standard public tuition: NOK 0 per year / per term for all year groups (Vg1–Vg3).
- Elev‑PC (standard model): an annual own contribution of NOK 1 427 per school year when ordered through the county's Elev‑PC scheme. Payment is made as an annual ‘‘egenandel'' for each year the student attends; three payments for 3‑year programmes, two payments for 2‑year programmes (max three payments total). This is billed once per year (see billing schedule). Optional higher‑spec machines or Macs are available only with a single up‑front payment; example prices listed under the scheme are NOK 12 431 (kraftig PC), NOK 16 413 (MacBook Air 13 M5) and NOK 18 838 (MacBook Air 15 M5) for one‑time purchase.
- Programme‑specific individual equipment: students may be required to provide individually necessary equipment for certain study programmes (for example training/competition clothing for idrettsfag or specific small tools/equipment for vocational subjects). These individual equipment costs are separate from tuition and may vary by programme and by student choice.
- School activities and curricular trips: activities and trips that are part of the formal education and curriculum are not charged to students. Voluntary or non‑curricular activities organised outside the official programme may involve cost contributions, but participation must be voluntary and the school must ensure inclusivity in line with the free‑education rules.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Elev‑PC annual own contributions are invoiced in November each year and are billed to the student (not to parents by default). The annual invoice is issued by the county IT service (FRID IKS). Payment covers one annual own contribution; timing and number of annual contributions depend on the length of the study programme (2 or 3 years). One‑off purchases (non‑standard PC/Mac) require an up‑front single payment to the supplier.

Boarding / accommodation fees
- Frederik II does not operate a school boarding/overnight residence where tuition or boarding fees are charged as part of the school fee schedule. If a student needs accommodation (hybel or internat) because of distance or study arrangements, the student/parents pay for that lodging themselves; the county can assist in finding accommodation but lodging costs are the responsibility of the student/family. Transport/school‑travel rules (skoleskyss) handle eligibility for free daily transport; lodging is treated separately and is not covered as a boarding fee by the school.

Other costs or recurring fees (examples)
- Textbooks and core digital learning resources: provided without charge to pupils in public videregående opplæring; schools/fylkeskommunen supply required printed and digital læremidler.
- Consumables, small tools and personal items: where training or vocational courses require individually necessary items (sports clothing, calculators, small hand tools, specialist clothing), students are normally expected to provide these themselves; many such costs can be partly offset by the national equipment stipend from Lånekassen.
- Optional extra‑curricular trips or optional programme extras: may carry separate fees when they are clearly voluntary and outside the formal curriculum; the school must ensure no student is excluded for financial reasons.
- Uniforms: there is no school uniform requirement listed for Frederik II. For programmes that require specific clothing (for example sports clothing for idrettsfag), those items are treated as individual equipment rather than a mandatory school uniform fee.

Refund information
- Elev‑PC purchases through the county's supplier follow standard consumer withdrawal rules: there is a right of withdrawal (angrerett) after purchase (50 days for the supplier arrangement stated) and returns/cancellations are handled via the supplier's return procedure. For the annual own‑contribution, the invoice is for the instalment year; procedures for cancellation/refund on withdrawal from the programme or returned hardware are governed by the county's Elev‑PC scheme rules and the supplier's terms. Curricular trip payments are not required; for voluntary paid activities, refund and cancellation terms depend on the organiser's stated terms for that activity.

Fee payment options
- Elev‑PC annual invoices are delivered and can be paid by eFaktura, Vipps or as a paper invoice (postal). The invoice sender for the Elev‑PC own contribution is FRID IKS. One‑off purchases of non‑standard machines are paid as a single upfront payment to the supplier under that supplier's payment methods. Other ad hoc charges (voluntary trips, optional extras) are billed according to the organiser's stated method and timing; the county/school commonly uses eFaktura, Vipps and paper invoices for student billing.

Summary (short)
- Tuition/application: NOK 0 (no application fee, no tuition fees for Vg1–Vg3) for public enrolment in 2026/27.
- Known payable item administered by the county: Elev‑PC standard own contribution NOK 1 427 per year (annual invoice in November); optional higher‑spec machines require single upfront payment (price examples provided in the Elev‑PC scheme).

If you list these items in your external database, record tuition and application fees as NOK 0 for all year groups and include the Elev‑PC scheme items as separately billable optional/own‑contribution items (annual NOK 1 427; one‑off higher‑spec prices where applicable). Additional costs may occur for programme‑specific individual equipment and voluntary extras; those are billed separately when required.
Academics

Frederik II Videregaende Skole teaches IB (DP).

Curriculum
The school has five upper secondary study programs: Idrettsfag (Sports), International Baccalaureate, Salg, service og reiseliv (Sales, Service and Travel), Studiespesialisering (General Studies), and YSK (Yrkes- og studiekompetanse). The International Baccalaureate program is offered. Idrettsfag focuses on sport and related subjects. Studiespesialisering prepares for higher education. YSK combines vocational and academic study competencies.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school provides a broad range of support services to promote student well-being and a safe school environment. These services include the School Health Service, Guidance Counseling, Career Guidance, a Minority Advisor, an Environment Therapist, a NAV Adviser, an Ombudsman for Children and Young People, and the Educational-Psychological Service, plus a Follow-up Service for ongoing student support. All students have the right to a safe and good school environment.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school offers adapted instruction for students with dyslexia and other reading and writing difficulties. It asserts that every student has the right to instruction tailored to their abilities, and that the school and teachers are responsible for making adaptations; if needed, students may access Individuelt tilrettelagt opplæring (ITO), previously called special education, after evaluation by PPT. Dyslexia is described as a congenital, lifelong learning difficulty affecting reading and writing, with signs including difficulty distinguishing letter sounds, rhymes, and reading fluency; around 5% of people have dyslexia. The school provides exam accommodations (for example, extended time, use of assistive technology, or combined written/oral formats) and supports documentation through PPT. Useful aids include Lingdys with licensing through NAV for reading/writing in multiple languages, and the school can assist with NAV applications. Hjelp at school includes notifying the homeroom teacher and special education coordinator, and bringing appropriate documentation for tailored support.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Lingdys Pluss is available to support reading and writing in Norwegian and English, as well as German, French, and Spanish; the license follows the student through their education. Students can apply for Lingdys support via NAV, and the school can help with completing the application. Lingdys licenses provide assistance when working with foreign languages, including English, German, French, and Spanish. The Lingdys program can be used on Windows, Chrome, iPad, and Mac. Guidance on using Lingdys is available to help students maximize the tool for language study.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing support is provided through the School Health Service and the guidance framework, including the School Health Service, Counseling Services, and a Pedagogical-Psychological Service. The school operates a system of support roles such as the Environment Therapist, and offers resources like a NAV adviser and a dedicated Ombudsman for children and youth to address concerns. All students have the right to a safe and supportive school environment, and the school emphasizes maintaining a healthy, secure atmosphere for learning.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding is built into the school's provision, with all students entitled to a safe and good school environment. The school provides safeguarding-related resources including the Ombudsman for Children and Young People, the Educational-Psychological Service, and the School Health Service, along with guidance and follow-up supports to protect students' well-being. Additional protection and welfare resources are available through NAV advisers and the Environment Therapist to ensure a secure learning environment. All pupils are guaranteed a safe school experience.
Parent Experience

History
Frederik II videregående skole is named after Fredrikstad's founder, King Frederik II (1534–1588). The school's roots go back to the Fredrikstad Lærde Skole founded around 1580, which later became part of Fredrikstad Borgerskole in 1801. In 1868 the eastern and western Fredrikstad schools merged and moved into a new building near the ferry landing (today Cicignon School), operating as a latin- og real-skole; from 1891 it was officially Fredrikstad kommunale høiere Almenskole. The late 1950s crowding at the ferry landing site led to Frydenberg Gymnas, later Frydenberg Videregående Skole, opening in January 1962. On 1 August 1997 Frydenberg VGS merged with Christianslund VGS to form Frederik II videregående skole (Cicignon campus).

Community
Frederik II is an Eco-fyrtårn certified school, committing to environmental sustainability. The school sorts waste, reduces waste, prioritizes organic and locally sourced foods, reduces energy use, and promotes the use of public transport and cycling. Frederik II is an Erasmus+ school, collaborating with partner schools across Europe and offering student exchanges. The school runs MOT, a program started in 2016 to foster a safe, inclusive school environment, with annual MOT days such as waffle day and Hei-day.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Frederik II videregående skole operates on two campuses in Fredrikstad: Cicignongata 19, 1606 Fredrikstad (Cicignon) and Veumveien 18, 1613 Fredrikstad (Frydenberg). The Sandveien department, which belongs to the Service and Transport program area, is designed for students with complex learning difficulties and various disabilities. The Sandveien department has space for about 25 students and provides teaching in small groups (approximately 4 to 8 students). There is an on-site workshop for practical work. The school emphasizes varied teaching methods tailored to the individual student, promotes well-being and enjoyment in learning, and collaborates with local businesses to provide internships for students to gain work experience.

Academic Facilities
The Sandveien department is part of the Service and Transport program area and has an on-site workshop for practical work. Classes in Sandveien are small (about 4 to 8 students) with a high adult-to-student ratio and varied teaching methods tailored to the individual student, focusing on practical learning. The school emphasizes practical work and hands-on learning as central elements of instruction. The department collaborates with local businesses to provide internships for students to gain work experience.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme is offered, a two-year upper secondary path corresponding to VG2 and VG3, with all subjects taught in English. Students select six subjects across groups to develop broad academic knowledge, and the program emphasizes critical thinking through Theory of Knowledge (ToK) and creativity, activity, and service (CAS). Frederik II is the only school in the Nedre Glomma region offering the IB Diploma Programme, with tailored subject options and close teacher support.

Arts & Creative
In IB, students engage in creativity through CAS and pursue projects that reflect personal interests within a broad, internationally oriented curriculum. The program combines academic rigor with opportunities to explore creative inquiry and service, as part of a holistic approach to learning.

Cultural & Language
IB Diploma Programme is taught in English, with students choosing six subjects across groups and engaging in international perspectives. Sample subjects include Environmental Systems and Societies, Theory of Knowledge, and Psychology, reflecting a diverse and interdisciplinary approach.

Social & Hobbies
Timetables include structured social and extracurricular opportunities. Timetable examples show daily routines from 8:00 to 15:30 with 45-minute lessons, midday breaks, and options to participate in activities such as elevrådet (student council) or Ung MOTivator during free time.

Community & Service
CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service) enables students to contribute to communities through service projects, develop creativity, and engage in meaningful activities alongside their academic work.

Leadership & Professional
Student leadership includes elevrådet (student council) and roles such as Ung MOTivator; IB and program structures encourage student initiative and collaboration with peers and teachers.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The school supports a healthy school culture with emphasis on physical activity and social interaction within a diverse school environment. Sports-focused programs offer flexibility to balance sport and study, including pathways to apprenticeships or further study after secondary school.
Languages

Language Provision
Foreign languages offered are Spanish, French, and German. English is offered as a language subject, with English 1 and English 2 available. Spanish, German, or French can be studied at Level II starting in Year 1.
Admissions

Admissions
1) Deadlines and eligibility. The regular application deadline is March 1 for admission to upper secondary school and to apprenticeship placements. The February 1 deadline applies to learners with priority rights or to admissions based on priority rights or individual assessment. These deadlines apply to all students in Østfold seeking county-run upper secondary education.

2) School choices and nearest-school policy. All students in Østfold may apply to all county upper secondary schools in Østfold. Normally you may apply to the school and the program you want, but you will be prioritized to the nearest school you are assigned. Therefore, list your nearest school on the application form. If you prefer other schools, you can set them as a higher priority on the application. You receive 100 extra points for applying to your nearest school. The nearest school is defined by the postal code of your registered address. Nine education programs are included in the nearest-school arrangement, so you will have several near schools depending on the program you choose.

3) How to apply and changes. Applications are submitted through Vigo.no, and you also receive responses there. You must apply for admission to the coming school year each school year. You can change the application and the order of choices as many times as you want until the application deadline. After the deadline, you can change your application once more until May 1; for changes related to top-level sports or music, dance and drama the deadline is April 1. To make changes, contact the intake office or school counselor to open Vigo for editing; Vigo remains open for three days.

4) Education programs and selection. When you apply, you choose three different education programs at different schools in prioritized order. You can apply to as many schools as you wish for each education program. You can choose between study-preparatory and vocational education programs.

5) When offers are issued. Admission to upper secondary education occurs in several rounds. The first allocation is typically around July 6, and the second allocation around August 4. Applicants who do not receive a place in the first two rounds are placed on the waiting list. By September 1, all youths with the right to upper secondary education have received an offer.

6) Receiving and accepting offers. You receive an SMS when you receive a response about the school placement. You must accept the place by the deadline published on Vigo's system to secure the offer.

7) Point thresholds and averages. Østfold County uses a nearest-school arrangement for intake to Vg1. Point thresholds for admission vary from year to year. There is no published list of admission point thresholds or average grades for intake to the county's upper secondary schools.

8) Change of school and waiting lists. It is not possible to change schools or education programs before September 1. After September 1, waiting lists are dissolved, and schools fill any remaining vacancies themselves. You must contact the school directly to explore remaining places.

9) Complaints and adult rights. Complaints about admission decisions and about adult rights follow the defined procedures. A three-week deadline applies from the date you were informed of the decision. Complaints must be submitted in writing to the authority that made the decision; if needed, assistance in drafting the complaint is provided. If the complaint is upheld, a new decision is issued in your favor. If not upheld, the complaint may be referred to the relevant higher authority, whose decision is final. For complaints about grades, the process is handled through the corresponding regional authority via the designated channels.

10) Forms and regulations. An overview of the applicable application forms and governing regulations is provided by the intake framework, which governs admission to upper secondary education and related processes.

Waitlist
Applicants who do not receive a place in the first two intake rounds are placed on a waiting list. Waiting lists are dissolved after September 1, and schools fill any vacant places themselves. An offer to a place may come at different times, and remaining vacancies are allocated as they become available.
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