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Kongsberg Videregaende Skole

Norway, Kongsberg

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 1237
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages English, Norwegian, Spanish, French, German, Russian
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Leadership and Professional, Community and Service
Stages Secondary School, Senior Secondary School
Introduction

Located at Tinius Olsens gate 1, 3611 Kongsberg, this upper secondary school operates across four teaching sites: Tinius Olsen, Nybygget, Maren Handler and Maurits Hansen. It offers the Norwegian upper secondary framework alongside an International Baccalaureate World School option, with English-language instruction and May examinations. The core programs include Studiespesialisering (general university eligibility) and vocational tracks such as Teknologi- og industrifag, Bygg- og anleggsteknikk, Elektro og datateknologi, Helse- og oppvekstfag, Håndverk, design og produktutvikling, Idrettsfag, Naturbruk, Musikk, dans og drama, Restaurant- og matfag, Salg, service og reiseliv, and Informasjonsteknologi og medieproduksjon. Påbygging til generell studiekompetanse is available for vocational students. The Nybygget facility houses the Flåtaløkka Auditorium used by VG1 Studiespesialisering. InSchool timetables, PocketID and a russestyre plus a parent group support student leadership. Music, Dance and Drama, Idrettsfag and Restaurant and Food Studies illustrate the school's arts, sport and service programs.

Tinius Olsens gate 1, 3611 Kongsberg, Norway

The Essentials

Kongsberg Videregaende Skole has 1,237 pupils, instruction in English.

Location
Kongsberg videregående skole is in Kongsberg, Norway. It is located at Tinius Olsens gate 1, 3611 Kongsberg. The site provides on-site parking for visitors.

Stages
An upper secondary school offering a broad range of programs at the upper secondary level. Programs include General Studies, Restaurant and Food Studies, Sales, Service and Tourism, Health and Social Care, Craft, Design and Product Development, Sports and Physical Education, Natural Resource Use, Music, Dance and Drama, Information Technology and Media Production, Technology and Industrial Studies, and Adapted Education, plus Adult Vocational Education and Supplementary Studies for General University Admission.

Additional learning support
Tailored education for students with additional learning needs is offered (Adapted education).
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
Buskerud County Municipality (Buskerud fylkeskommune).
Fees
Application fees

- There is no application fee for applying to Kongsberg videregående skole through the normal public inntak (application) system (applications are registered via the regional/national Vigo portal).

Tuition fees (by year group and per term)

- VG1 (first year): NOK 0 per school year (no tuition). NOK 0 per term.
- VG2 (second year): NOK 0 per school year (no tuition). NOK 0 per term.
- VG3 (third year, where applicable): NOK 0 per school year (no tuition). NOK 0 per term.

Mandatory / regularly billed charges (items that may generate invoices)

- Elev‑PC (standard model): NOK 1,427 per year as an annual pupil contribution for a standard school PC. The contribution is paid each year you attend (paid as an annual own‑contribution; three contributions for three‑year programmes, two contributions for two‑year programmes). Invoices for the annual own‑contribution are issued in November and may be delivered as eFaktura, via Vipps or as a paper invoice.
- Elev‑PC (optional stronger models / Mac): one‑time purchase prices apply if the pupil chooses a higher specification or Mac; examples listed for 2026/27 include NOK 12,431 (power PC) and MacBook Air options at NOK 16,413 and NOK 18,838 (one‑off payments).
- Internat (boarding) — single room including meals: NOK 6,950 per month. Deposit equal to one month's rent (NOK 6,950). Monthly invoices are issued for rent and included meals; guardians are responsible for internat payment when the resident pupil is under 18. Additional charge examples from the internat contract: lost room key NOK 1,250; small key to lockable desk drawer NOK 650; lost access card NOK 525; charges for insufficient cleaning on vacating (example NOK 1,000).

Other potential costs and incidental charges

- Loaned textbooks and other pensumlæremidler: loan is voluntary and free to borrow. If a loaned book is lost, returned late, or returned in a damaged state (e.g., underlining, missing pages, wrong barcode, water damage), the pupil/guardians are liable to pay replacement cost equal to the price of a new copy. Replacement claims are invoiced with 14 days' payment term; reminders and collection measures follow the county's routines if unpaid.
- School transport (skoleskyss): pupils who meet the statutory distance/eligibility rules may receive free school transport under the regional rules (for example free transport when the school route exceeds the statutory distance threshold); eligibility and application details are handled via the regional skoleskyss procedures. Where transport is not covered by entitlement, fares or discounted travel schemes are managed through the regional transport arrangements.
- Insurance: pupils are covered by the county's pupil accident insurance in school and in school‑arranged activities. This is managed by the school/county and does not require a separate parental payment for the standard coverage.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Elev‑PC standard own‑contribution: billed annually (invoice in November). Payment options shown for Elev‑PC invoices include eFaktura, Vipps or paper invoice. The Elev‑PC annual own‑contribution is collected each year the pupil is in school up to the programme's maximum number of contributions (max three for three‑year programmes).
- Internat (boarding): invoiced monthly; deposit equal to one month's rent required at move‑in. The internat contract sets an ordinary one‑month notice period for termination and specifies consequences for late/non‑payment (including eviction procedures if payment is not made following written notice).
- Replacement for lost/damaged loaned books: invoiced with 14 days' payment term; reminders and inkasso (debt collection) procedures are used if invoices are not paid.

Refunds, cancellation and consumer rights

- Elev‑PC purchases: the procurement/cancellation rules for purchased machines include a consumer right to withdraw (angrerett) for the purchase period indicated by the suppliers; the Elev‑PC information specifies a 50‑day right to withdraw after ordering (following the applicable consumer protection rules) and describes the return process via the supplier portals. If a standard PC has been paid via the annual own‑contribution scheme, Lånekassen's equipment stipend can be used to cover the own‑contribution; all pupils who apply for Lånekassen equipment stipend receive it but must apply separately.
- Loaned textbooks: if special circumstances apply, the school can waive replacement claims in individual cases; otherwise replacement charges are due and follow the county's invoicing and collection routines.
- Internat: the internat contract describes notice, termination and grounds for contract termination and does not promise a general refund beyond the contractual terms (deposit, notice and pro‑rata rent where applicable as determined by the contract).

Payment methods and invoicing channels (examples used by the county/school)

- Elev‑PC invoices: eFaktura, Vipps or paper invoice. The Elev‑PC invoices are sent by the county IT partner (FRID IKS) and the invoice will reach the pupil (not guardians) unless different arrangements exist.
- Other invoices (internat, replacement books, other charges): issued by the school or county with standard invoice follow‑up routines (monthly invoicing for internat; invoice with due date and reminders for replacement charges; unpaid invoices may be forwarded to debt collection). Specific payment channels for these invoices follow the county's invoicing practice.

Summary of items found and items not listed explicitly

- Found and stated here with document references: no tuition fee for public upper secondary education; Elev‑PC annual own‑contribution amounts and invoice timing/options; optional higher‑spec PC one‑time prices; internat (boarding) rent, deposit and monthly invoicing; loaned book replacement and invoicing procedure; pupil insurance coverage; rules on skoleskyss entitlement.

- Not explicitly listed on the school's documents or in the linked regional documents in a way that gives additional numeric fees: there is no separate per‑term tuition charge (tuition is NOK 0); no compulsory uniform fee or mandated uniform cost is specified; detailed per‑term invoice dates for internat beyond “monthly” are not itemised in the contract beyond standard monthly invoicing. The items above reflect the fees and billing terms that are explicitly published for Kongsberg videregående skole / Buskerud fylkeskommune for the 2026/27 school year (internat contract dated for 2026–2027 and Elev‑PC details listed for 2026/27).
Academics

Kongsberg Videregaende Skole teaches IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum.

Curriculum
Kongsberg videregående skole offers upper secondary education across a broad range of programs, including Studiespesialisering and vocational tracks such as Teknologi- og industrifag, Bygg- og anleggsteknikk, Elektro og datateknologi, Helse- og oppvekstfag, Håndverk, design og produktutvikling, Idrettsfag, Naturbruk, Musikk, dans og drama, Restaurant- og matfag, Salg, service og reiseliv, and Informasjonsteknologi og medieproduksjon. Studiespesialisering is a three-year program that provides general university eligibility and offers a choice between realfag or language, samfunnsfag og økonomi, with programfag such as biology, physics, mathematics, English, and history, plus foreign languages including Spanish, German, French and Russian. Technology and industrial tracks involve two years of school plus two years in an apprenticeship, with hands-on learning such as machining, assembling, electrical systems, and planning; after completion you can pursue higher vocational education (fagskole) or move on to Vg3 Påbygging to gain study competence. Påbygging til generell studiekompetanse is available for vocational students and combines 35 hours per week of instruction with a mix of common and program subjects, leading to general study competence that enables higher education. The school is an International Baccalaureate World School with English-language instruction and May examinations, offering an additional internationally oriented option.

Higher Education Progression
General study competence enables admission to most universities and colleges in Norway and abroad. Studiespesialisering provides program areas in realfag or language, samfunnsfag og økonomi and includes programfag such as biology, physics, English and history. Vocational programs can lead to higher education through fagskole or by completing Vg3 Påbygging to general study competence. Some programs have specific admission requirements.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school provides a School Health Service (Ung helse) with a health nurse, a mental health advisor, and a school doctor to support students' health and wellbeing. Students can talk about personal challenges related to home, school, or friends, including sleep, nutrition, stress, grief, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, self-harm, and safety. The health service offers drop-in and appointment-based access, and time with the health nurse counts as documented absence and does not count toward the 10% absence limit. The health service is confidential, and a health nurse observes confidentiality; if there is suspicion of abuse or serious neglect, there is a duty to report to child welfare services. Helsestasjon for ungdom is available outside school hours for additional youth health support. Minoritetsrådgiver provides confidential guidance on living with two cultures, family expectations, relationships, and health concerns; Pedagogisk-psykologisk tjeneste (PPT) offers guidance on psychosocial matters and the learning environment.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Pedagogisk-psykologisk tjeneste (PPT) assesses and evaluates difficulties and needs for accommodation in upper secondary education. PPT provides services to students, apprentices, trainees, and staff in the upper secondary schools and vocational education. PPT offers guidance on school matters and conducts assessments under the Education Act, including needs for special education, evaluation of reading and writing difficulties, and needs for accommodations in teaching and exams. PPT also provides guidance in psychosocial issues, learning difficulties, and the learning environment, and coordinates with municipal services and the specialist health service where relevant. They deliver capacity-building for schools, teachers, and counselors to support inclusive education.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Tilrettelagt opplæring offers tailored instruction for students with special needs, including an individualized learning plan (IOP). It provides foundational skill development through practical approaches to Norwegian, English, mathematics, and social studies, with emphasis on developing digital tool use. The program includes 30 hours of instruction per week and assigns students to fixed groups with a dedicated mentor. A team of specialists, including special education professionals, welfare workers, subject teachers, health workers, and support staff, collaborates to support each student. The aim is to help students develop knowledge, skills, and attitudes to manage life according to their own circumstances and interests.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported through the School Health Service, with a team including a health nurse and a mental health advisor who can provide confidential guidance and referrals. Students can access counseling for psychosocial issues, stress, anxiety, depression, and related concerns, with both drop-in and scheduled appointments available. The service operates with strict confidentiality, and staff are aware of mandatory reporting duties if there is suspicion of harm or abuse. The Minoritetsrådgiver supports emotional wellbeing by helping students navigate cultural expectations, family pressures, and health concerns in a confidential setting. Pedagogical-psychological services (PPT) assist with psychosocial matters, aiding students in creating a supportive learning environment.

Safeguarding
All students have the right to a safe and good school environment. The school follows the Education Act, with staff having a duty to monitor, intervene, report concerns, investigate, implement measures, and document actions. The principal holds ultimate responsibility for safeguarding, and the school works preventively while informing and involving students, guardians, and various councils. A safeguarding plan and related procedures are available for staff and families to follow. If there is suspicion of mistreatment at home, staff have a duty to report to the child welfare service. The safeguarding framework is supported by the school's policies and the handlingsplan for a safe and supportive school environment.
Parent Experience

Community
The student council and all-school meetings can speak and advise on all matters affecting the school, and shall, among other things, work to improve the learning environment, working conditions, and welfare interests of the students. The student council must consist of at least one member for every twenty students. All-school meetings are a forum for co-determination for all students at the school; the student council is bound by decisions made at the all-school meeting. Guidelines and supporting materials for the student council and all-school meetings include templates for meeting invitations and minutes, which are stored in the quality system and can be retrieved by staff. Elevråd can find useful information and materials at elevråd.no.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The project 'Alternative russefeiring' aims to facilitate an inclusive and safe graduation celebration in 2025 and 2026, and to provide an experiential basis and framework for future graduation celebrations. The project is conducted by a project group consisting of student representatives elected by the students themselves, Kongsberg videregående skole, Buskerud fylkeskommune (the school owner), parent representatives appointed by the parent group, and Kongsberg kommune. The group meets about once a month and maintains ongoing contact as needed. The project group coordinates with participants and institutions, negotiates costs (for example for sound and lighting), and ensures safety, accessibility, and engaged adults; one to two contact persons are in the parent group. The group remains clear that the russe celebration should be led by the students themselves, with parental support as needed. The goals include reclaiming inclusive and positive graduation celebrations for these two project cohorts, showing what is possible and creating predictability for future graduations, and opening doors for future events; guardians are urged to work with the school to promote a positive and safe environment, discuss boundaries, support respectful behavior, and keep lines of communication open with other guardians, with phones kept on during events.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school operates across multiple teaching sites in Kongsberg. Teaching sites include Tinius Olsen (T), Nybygget (F), Maren Handler (D), and Maurits Hansen (G). The Nybygget houses the Flåtaløkka Auditorium, which is used for VG1 Studiespesialisering and other classes. Saggrenda hosts several programs, while other programs use Tinius Olsen, Maurits Hansen or Maren Handler as teaching spaces. The rombetegnelser/Undervisningssteder mapping designates the four sites as T, F, D and G.

Academic Facilities
Teaching takes place across four sites: Tinius Olsen (T), Nybygget (F), Maren Handler (D), and Maurits Hansen (G). The Nybygget houses the Flåtaløkka Auditorium used by VG1 Studiespesialisering and other programs. Saggrenda hosts programs such as Bygg og anleggsteknikk and Naturbruk, while other programs use Tinius Olsen, Maurits Hansen or Maren Handler as teaching spaces. The room designations map the sites to T, F and G. InSchool provides timetables and class information; PocketID is used as the digital school ID, and new students have their photos taken at the start of the year.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Arts & Creative
The school has a Music, Dance and Drama program.

Social & Hobbies
The school has a Sports program (Idrettsfag).

Community & Service
The school has Restaurant and Food Studies and Sales, Service and Tourism programs.

Leadership & Professional
The school has a russestyre (senior student government) and a parent group.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The school is a safe place where everyone should feel seen and included in the community.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Inntaksregler i Buskerud: There is free choice of schools in Buskerud. You can apply to the school and the educational program you want, in priority order. It is the grades that determine admission to the school. 2. When you get a response: Admissions occur in multiple rounds. You will receive an SMS or email when you have been offered a school place. The main intake is on July 6; the second intake is on August 3; from about August 8 there is ongoing intake for students who have not yet received an offer. By September 1, all youths with a right to videregående opplæring will have received a school offer. 3. If you are away when the offer arrives: You can submit a pre-reply on Vigo.no until July 1. This automatically accepts the school place or waiting-list position you are offered. It helps ensure you meet the deadline and do not miss the offer. 4. Special admission grounds: If you apply on special grounds, contact inntak@bfk.no for questions about the application. The process is described in the admissions guidance. 5. Elev-PC and equipment: All students must have a laptop. The device can be ordered through the county's arrangement or you may use your own. If you order through the arrangement, you own the device even after finishing upper secondary. 6. School transport: Some students have the right to free school transport. Eligibility depends on distance, disability or health, among other criteria. Applications are made through Brakar. 7. Switching schools: Switching schools or programs before September 1 is not possible. After September 1, waiting lists are dissolved and schools fill remaining places. 8. Loans and stipends: Questions about loans and stipends can be directed to Lånekassen directly. The school directs inquiries to Lånekassen for these matters. 9. Other questions: For other intake questions contact inntak@bfk.no.

Scholarships
Loans and stipends: Questions about loans and stipends can be directed to Lånekassen directly. Lånekassen handles student loan and grant programs. The school directs inquiries to Lånekassen for these matters.

Waitlist
Ventelister (waiting lists) are used in the admissions process. If you are not offered a place, you may be placed on a waiting list. After September 1, waiting lists are dissolved and schools fill remaining places.
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