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Nesbru Videregaende Skole

Norway, Oslo

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Norwegian, English
Fees NOK 10,000
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 800
Type Co-educational
Opened 1980
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (DP)
Taught languages Norwegian, English, Spanish, French, Mandarin, German
Strengths Visual and Creative Arts, Languages, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form, Senior Secondary School, Primary School, Early Years, Infant/Toddler Care, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary, High School
Introduction

Nesbru videregående skole is a public upper secondary school in Billingstad, Norway, serving about 900 students with around 140 staff. The school offers Studiespesialisering and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), with instruction predominantly in English and all assignments and exams in English. An Internasjonalt Vg1 (International Vg1 SSP) program provides bilingual instruction in Norwegian and English to prepare students for IB or an exchange year, and includes international activities such as Meet the World. The IBDP covers six subject groups—A Language, B Language, Individuals and Societies, Experimental Sciences, Mathematics, and the Arts—with Higher Level and Standard Level options, plus the core components Theory of Knowledge, the Extended Essay, and a CAS portfolio. Nesbru emphasizes professional learning communities, study workshops, elevtjeneste, and support for learners through adapted instruction and coordination of special education. The school operates departments in Realfag, Byggfag, Tilrettelagt opplæring, and Internasjonal Baccalaureate, reflecting a broad range of study pathways and future-oriented learning.

Torstadåsen 7, 1396 Billingstad, Norway

The Essentials

Nesbru Videregaende Skole has 800 pupils, instruction in Norwegian, English.

Location
Located in Nesbru, Billingstad, Akershus, Norway. The school is at Torstadåsen 7, 1396 Billingstad. Nesbru is a suburban area near Oslo, served by local buses, with on-site parking available.

Stages
Upper secondary (Vg1–Vg3) with General Studies (SSP), International Vg1, the International Baccalaureate (IB) pathway, and Påbygging to general study competence, along with Adapted education.

Type
Public upper secondary school (coeducational)

Pupil Nationality Mix
Most students are Norwegian; many have international experience or backgrounds; some have one or two foreign parents; each year there are students whose mother tongue is English or other languages.

Additional learning support
Adapted education is available for students with additional learning needs.

Country affiliation
Norway

Bus service
Bus transport is organized through Ruter. From August 1, 2026, most students must purchase a 30-day monthly pass for youth, costing 238 NOK per month and valid for travel throughout Akershus and Oslo; the school can assist with applying for free passes where eligible.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
The canteen is open on all school days from 08:00 to 14:30 and offers a wide selection of pre-packaged bakery items, with emphasis on a healthy and varied diet. Whole-grain options are recommended; lactose- and gluten-free alternatives are available. It also features a salad bar and two hot dishes, one vegetarian and one meat, plus homemade cakes and pancakes with various toppings. Seasonal campaigns run throughout the school year, with the Christmas lottery being the most popular.

Governance and Ownership
The school is owned and operated by Akershus County Municipality.
Fees

Annual tuition at Nesbru Videregaende Skole ranges from NOK 10,000 for 2026/27.

Application fees

- There is no general application fee for admission to Nesbru videregående skole as a public upper secondary school; the regular public admissions process does not require payment.

- The IB Diploma Programme at Nesbru requires submission of the school application form but does not list a separate one-time application charge; IB students are subject to an annual programme fee (see Tuition section).

Tuition fees by school year (detailed per year group)

- Vg1 (studieforberedende) — Tuition: NOK 0 per school year. Public upper secondary education is covered by the gratisprinsippet; students do not pay tuition for ordinary state-funded Vg1 programmes.

- Vg2 (studieforberedende / vocational) — Tuition: NOK 0 per school year for the standard county-funded programmes. The IB Diploma corresponds to Vg2–Vg3 when taken at Nesbru; see IB line below for its specific fee.

- Vg3 (studieforberedende / vocational) — Tuition: NOK 0 per school year for the standard county-funded programmes.

- IB Diploma Programme (normally taken as two years corresponding to Vg2 and Vg3): school fee NOK 10,000 per school year for every student enrolled in the IB programme. This amount is stated as a per-school‑year fee. Online IB language courses offered through the programme may carry additional optional fees (approx. NOK 15,000 per year for selected online language courses).

- Elev‑PC (required equipment cost): all students in Akershus county are required to have a laptop for schoolwork. Standard county PC models are offered under a purchase scheme with an annual own‑share (egenandel) of NOK 1,427 per year for the standard PC options; payment is made as yearly own‑shares over the length of the programme (three annual own‑shares for 3‑year programmes, two for 2‑year programmes). Optional higher‑spec machines and Mac models are offered at one‑time full prices (examples: Kraftig‑PC NOK 12,431; MacBook Air models listed at NOK 16,413 and NOK 18,838).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Public tuition for regular Vg1–Vg3 programmes: not applicable (no tuition billed).

- IB programme fee: stated as NOK 10,000 per school year (charged per school year). The application form identifies the annual amount but does not specify a detailed instalment schedule on the form itself.

- Elev‑PC billing: the annual own‑share for standard PC models is invoiced to the student in November each year. Invoices for the Elev‑PC annual own‑share are issued by the county IT sender (FRID IKS) and may be delivered as eFaktura, via Vipps, or as a paper invoice. Standard PC models are paid as annual own‑shares; optional higher‑spec machines and Mac purchases require one‑off payment.

Boarding fees (if applicable)

- Nesbru operates as a day school (no boarding facilities); there are no boarding fees.

Other costs or fees

- Required personal equipment: all students must have a functioning laptop appropriate for the programme. The county Elev‑PC scheme gives the standard options (annual own‑share) or full‑price optional models; learners can also use a suitable private machine. The state student equipment stipend (Lånekassen utstyrsstipend) can cover the standard PC cost for those who apply.

- IB optional course fees: some online IB language courses (e.g., Mandarin, Spanish, French ab initio or certain B-language online courses) carry extra optional fees of approximately NOK 15,000 per year. These apply only to students who choose those online courses.

- School trips, materials and subject‑specific consumables: standard, county‑funded instruction follows the gratisprinsippet for core teaching and learning resources; however, programmes may require individually necessary equipment or materials in specific subjects where the student is normally expected to provide particular items. The Elev‑PC arrangement and references to equipment funding clarify how digital equipment is handled.

- Uniforms: no compulsory school uniform is listed as part of the school's arrangements for Nesbru (standard Norwegian public upper secondary practice does not include mandatory uniforms unless explicitly stated by the school).

Refund and cancellation information

- Elev‑PC purchases: a consumer right of withdrawal (angrerett) applies to purchases through the county ordering portals; the county documentation states a 50‑day right of withdrawal after ordering for PC purchases, with instructions for returning machines via the vendor portals (Komplett or Eplehuset) and contacts for vendor support. Standard PC own‑shares paid to the county follow the invoice and payment rules described by the Elev‑PC scheme.

- IB programme fee and other school fees: the IB application form specifies the annual IB fee (NOK 10,000) but does not include an explicit refund or cancellation clause on the form itself; any refund or cancellation conditions for that fee would be governed by the school's administrative rules and payment procedures.

Fee payment options

- Elev‑PC own‑share invoices: payment channels listed for Elev‑PC invoices are eFaktura, Vipps or paper invoice; invoices are sent to the student and issued by FRID IKS. Annual own‑shares are paid each year for standard PC models; optional higher‑spec models require one‑time payment.

- IB programme fee: the application documentation specifies the annual amount (NOK 10,000) but does not list specific payment channels on the application form itself. For the Elev‑PC scheme the county provides explicit payment channels as noted above.

Summary of the key numeric items (2026/27 basis where available)

- Public Vg1–Vg3 tuition: NOK 0 per school year (no tuition).
- IB Diploma Programme fee: NOK 10,000 per school year (applies to all IB students).
- Optional online IB language courses: approx. NOK 15,000 per year where chosen.
- Elev‑PC standard own‑share: NOK 1,427 per year (paid as yearly own‑shares across the programme). Optional higher‑spec machines: one‑off prices such as NOK 12,431 (Kraftig‑PC) or MacBook Air prices listed (e.g., NOK 16,413 / NOK 18,838). Invoice issued in November; payment via eFaktura, Vipps or paper invoice.

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Academics

Nesbru Videregaende Skole teaches IB (DP).

Curriculum
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) is a two-year program offered at Nesbru VGS, with the language of instruction and most of the curriculum in English; all assignments and final exams are in English. The IBDP prepares students for higher education in Norway and abroad and is equivalent to vitnemål from studiespesialisering. The program covers subjects across groups including A-Language (first language), B-Language, Individuals and Societies, Experimental Sciences, Mathematics, and Visual Arts, with Higher Level (HL) and Standard Level (SL) options. Assessments include final exams in May of the second year, plus the Extended Essay, Theory of Knowledge, and a CAS portfolio. Nesbru also offers Internasjonalt Vg1 (International Vg1 SSP) for first-year students who want to improve English and prepare for IB or an exchange year, with bilingual instruction in many subjects and opportunities like “Meet the World” and other international activities.

Higher Education Progression
The IB Diploma Programme will prepare you for colleges and universities in Norway and abroad; the IB diploma is equivalent to vitnemål from studiespesialisering.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Nesbru vgs emphasizes a student-centered approach and professional learning communities. The school values learning joy, professionalism, and mastery. It aims for excellent learning through collaboration among staff and students. The school environment is diverse, with about 900 students and around 140 staff. Students are active contributors in class discussions and in the student council, and they participate in after-school activities to strengthen community. The Active Student initiative engages students in their own learning and fosters classroom belonging and motivation toward mastery.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school provides inclusive learning through study workshops, Elevtjenesten (student services), and coordination of special education. Time is allocated for organizing the pedagogical staff in reflection groups and in subject groups. The driftspersonalet (operations staff) and administrative staff are important support functions in daily school life. The school coordinates support to tailor instruction to learners with special needs and to ensure appropriate adjustments across programs.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme is offered, and the language of instruction, as well as most of the curriculum, is English. All assignments and the final exams are in English. Nesbru vgs also provides a minoritetsspråklige offering: a Studiespesialisering class for minority-language learners to strengthen Norwegian language skills. For admission to the IB Diploma, applicants must demonstrate a satisfactory level of English, as well as proficiency in mathematics and science, as part of the entrance requirements.

Mental Wellbeing
The School Health Service provides confidential advice and guidance on health and well-being and can refer students to a doctor, the pedagogical-psychological service (PPT), or other agencies. Students can discuss personal problems related to home, school, or friends; contraception and sexual health; sleep and nutrition; stress, grief, anxiety, depression, eating issues, self-harm, and pain; bullying, school absence, low self-esteem, or concentration problems. The service is free, and visits with the school nurse count as documented absence. The nurses operate with confidentiality, with mandatory reporting if there is suspicion of harm. Nesbru vgs has two school nurses who work on-site and can be contacted without an appointment via the second floor near the counselors or through Teams messages.

Safeguarding
All students have the right to a safe and well‑functioning school environment free from harassment, bullying, violence, discrimination, and other harm. The school has an active duty to act quickly and appropriately when harm is suspected or occurs, with staff responsible for monitoring, intervening, reporting, and developing an activity plan with the student. The school maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward harassment, and every case is handled with measures such as formal proceedings and potential consequences. Students should report concerns to a trusted adult or the Ombud for Children and Young People if needed. Guardians are informed for students under 18, and authorities may be involved when appropriate; the student helps shape the activity plan to ensure safety and well-being. The school continually works to protect the rights and safety of all members of the school community.
Parent Experience

History
Nesbru videregående skole is a publicly owned upper secondary school under Norwegian Education Law. The school serves about 900 students across several educational programs and employs around 140 staff. It has an International Baccalaureate department with an IB coordinator, Elisabeth Laney Mortensen. The school organizes its departments into Realfag, Byggfag, Tilrettelagt opplæring, and Internasjonal Baccalaureate.

Community
The school's vision is 'Together we create excellent learning'. It aims to prepare all students for further study, regardless of program. Nesbru vgs is a diverse school with about 900 students and around 140 staff; diversity is Nesbru's strength. The values are learning joy, professionalism, and mastery, and the school emphasizes student-centered learning and professional learning communities with collaboration between teachers and peers.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Foreldremøter are regularly held to present the school and how learning is organized. Autumn oppstartssamtaler are held with guardians and the homeroom teacher. In January, utviklingssamtalen takes place, with guardians invited when the student is under 18. Nyhetsbulletin is distributed by class tutors to provide information about the learning environment and upcoming activities. There is ongoing dialogue between teachers and guardians throughout the year, and the school maintains open channels for communication with families.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Nesbru vgs is a diverse school with about 900 students across several programs and around 140 staff. The school emphasizes learning joy, professionalism, and mastery. Learning is organized through professional learning communities where teachers and students collaborate to make learning meaningful. The school supports each learner by offering study workshops, student services, and coordination of special education. The environment fosters strong relationships between teachers and students, creating a professional learning community across all levels.

Academic Facilities
The school offers a range of study programs including Studiespesialisering (general studies), International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, Bygg- og anleggsteknikk, Tilrettelagt opplæring, Påbygging til generell studiekompetanse, Opplæring for voksne, Tilbud til minoritetsspråklige, and Studiespesialiserende med toppidrett. It provides study workshops, elevtjeneste, and coordination of special education to support individual learners. Time is allocated for organizing the pedagogical staff in reflection groups and subject groups. Nesbru vgs aims to prepare students for further study and a long professional life.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Students can participate in elevrådsarbeid (student council activities). Revy performances are part of student life. There are various social activities. Engaged students help create a good student environment with a high degree of student collaboration.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) for the final two years of upper secondary education, and Nesbru has been an IB World School since 1993. The IBDP is a broad and balanced two‑year programme designed to prepare for universities, with the language of instruction predominantly English and all assignments and final exams conducted in English. The core consists of Theory of Knowledge, the Extended Essay, and Creativity, Activity, and Service, with CAS opportunities available. The programme follows six subject groups—A‑Language, B‑Language, Individuals and Societies, Sciences, Mathematics, and the Arts; Visual Arts is offered, and a Pre‑IB class is available to prepare for the Diploma Programme.

Arts & Creative
Visual Arts is offered as part of the IB Diploma Programme (HL/SL). The school supports a vibrant extracurricular scene through CAS, including Model United Nations (MUN), Nesbru Nursing Home projects, Project Less Alone, Knitting Club, Book Club, Model European Parliament, and an Environmental Club, among others. CAS fosters Creativity, Activity, and Service beyond the classroom, helping students develop new skills and contribute to the community. Students have access to numerous clubs and community projects linked to international-mindedness.

Cultural & Language
Internasjonalt Vg1 is a bilingual option with instruction in Norwegian and English, designed to prepare students for IB at Nesbru or an exchange year in an English‑speaking country. Subjects are taught partly in English and partly in Norwegian, with language offerings including Norwegian, English, German, French, and Spanish; Mandarin and other languages can be accessed online as needed. Much of the curriculum is delivered in English, with some language options taught in their respective languages. Meet the World and other international activities introduce global perspectives and CAS concepts.

Social & Hobbies
Meet the World is a two‑hour extension with an international focus and project‑based activities beyond the standard timetable. Students can participate in voluntary activities and school projects such as MUN and other CAS experiences described in the IB materials. This fosters social engagement, cultural awareness, and collaboration with peers from diverse backgrounds. The program attracts academically motivated students who value discussion, reflection, and global awareness.

Community & Service
CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service) is a core, non‑graded component that encourages growth beyond the classroom through creative pursuits, physical activity, and community service. Nesbru lists activities such as Model United Nations, nursing home projects, and environmental initiatives as part of CAS, providing structured opportunities for community engagement and service.

Leadership & Professional
The pedagogical platform centers on the vision 'Together we create excellent learning,' with high ambitions for all students and a focus on preparing for further study. Staff work in a professional learning community, stay professionally updated, and serve as role models; students are active contributors in class discussions and in the student council, helping shape the learning environment. The school emphasizes mastery for every student, with adapted instruction and regular feedback aimed at readiness for higher education and long‑term professional life.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Nesbru is a diverse school with about 900 students and around 140 staff, and diversity is regarded as a strength. The school's values—joy of learning, professionalism, and mastery—guide daily life, with a focus on safe, supportive relationships and preparation for future study and careers. Students participate in class discussions and student council, reflecting a learning community that emphasizes well‑being and meaningful learning journeys.
Languages

Language Provision
Languages taught include Norwegian and English, with English emphasized in the Internasjonalt Vg1 program. In Studiespesialisering, foreign languages offered are German at level 1, and German, French and Spanish at level 2. Textbooks used are mainly Norwegian with English learning resources supporting learning.

Bilingual Teaching
The school offers bilingual instruction in Internasjonalt Vg1, with classes taught partly in Norwegian and partly in English. The program follows the same studies specialization curriculum as other Vg1 classes. The international focus is present in and outside of class, with students participating in various activities or school projects. Students may submit written or oral work in English or Norwegian, while Norwegian instruction remains in Norwegian and foreign language instruction takes place in German, French or Spanish.

Immersion Programs
The school offers the “Meet the World” program as an extra two-hour course with an international focus alongside the regular subjects. It uses a separate curriculum and emphasizes project-based activities decided by teachers and students. In “Meet the World” students participate in school activities such as solidarity programs or role-plays like the United Nations General Assembly (MUN) or Model European Parliament (MEP), or they create their own activities. This introduces CAS (Creativity, Activity and Service) as part of the IB learning pathway.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Nesbru vgs offers the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP). Applicants submit an application directly to Nesbru using the application form on the Nesbru vgs homepage or on the IB Nesbru site. The IBDP is available to students who fulfil the admission requirements and would benefit from the programme. The school may invite applicants to an admission interview if more information is required.

Waitlist
2. Nesbru maintains a waitlist for placements. If you do not start Nesbru on the start date because you have accepted a place at another school, there are many on the waitlist who want the place. To release the Nesbru place, email nesbruvgs@afk.no so that the school can offer the spot to someone on the waitlist.
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