doris
doris
Find Schools
Events
Saved schools
My account
Parent Guide Parent testimonials Community Transparency Charter About For Schools
Currency
D

Den Norske Skolen Malaga

Spain, Málaga

Save school
Share
Navigate

· Reviewed by · Chief Marketing Officer

Independently researched by doris.
Not yet claimed by the school
Claim your profile
The school at a glance
Instructs in Norwegian
Fees €2,905 - 3,750
Ages 6 - 16 years
Pupil numbers 140
Type Co-educational
Opened 1989
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages Norwegian, English, Spanish
Typical class size 14
Strengths Sport, Outdoor Education, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Academic and Intellectual
Stages Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

Den Norske Skolen Málaga (DNS Málaga) is a private Norwegian primary and lower secondary school located on Costa del Sol, in Benalmádena and Arroyo de la Miel. It serves pupils aged 6 to 16 in grades 1–10. The school follows a bespoke Norwegian curriculum with a strong emphasis on personal development, well‑being and inclusive learning. Highly qualified teachers use varied teaching methods and modern learning technology to create engaging instruction that prepares students for further education and lifelong learning. The campus includes bright, air‑conditioned classrooms, science, art and music rooms, a library and a culture hall for performances. Outdoor spaces feature a playground updated in 2022, a paddle court and a covered ball court, supporting active learning. DNS Málaga offers after‑school activities and elective subjects such as Media and Communications, plus a low‑threshold Spanish course to aid integration. Admission is limited to Norwegian citizens, reflecting the school's origins and governance.

Colegio Noruego Costa del Sol, Av. Cerro del Viento, s/n, 29631 Benalmádena, Málaga, Spain

The Essentials

Den Norske Skolen Malaga has 140 pupils, typical class sizes of 14, instruction in Norwegian.

Location
Avenida Cerro Del Viento s/n, Arroyo De La Miel, 29631 Benalmádena, Málaga, Spain.

Stages
Grades 1–10.

Type
Private Norwegian primary and lower secondary school.

Pupil Nationality Mix
All students are Norwegian citizens.

Additional learning support
Digital tools serve as learning support; every student from 1st grade has an iPad for learning support, enabling differentiated instruction and ongoing assessment. Parents pay a 100 euro cash deposit for the iPads, refundable when the student leaves; Mac computers are available at the school as needed.

Country affiliation
Norway

School day structure
The school calendar is adapted to both Spanish and Norwegian conditions. The first day of the school year is August 25, 2025, and the last day is June 19, 2026. Norway's National Day (May 17) is an obligatory school day.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
No boarding is offered.

Uniform Requirement
The school has a mandatory uniform.

Food Options
The school has its own canteen that serves hot meals daily. The canteen is voluntary and costs about €2.50 per day. Most families use the service.

Governance and Ownership
The school is a private school under the friskoleloven and follows the Norwegian curricula. It is run by an ideal foundation that governs the school. The board consists of 3–5 members elected by the foundation, with a staff representative, a parent association (FAU) representative, and the student council leader attending board meetings, along with the rector.
Fees

Annual tuition at Den Norske Skolen Malaga ranges from EUR 2,905 to EUR 3,750 for 2026/27.

Application / enrollment fee

- Primary (1.–7. trinn): EUR 525.
- Lower secondary / Youth (8.–10. trinn): EUR 565.
- The enrollment fee is payable on receipt of an offer and is due within the time stated on the offer (standard deadline: 14 days). The enrollment fee is offset against the last two months the pupil is enrolled. A full refund of the enrollment fee is given only if the parent/guardian cancels by using the 14‑day withdrawal right after accepting the place.

Tuition (term) fees, by year group (per term) and annual totals

- Primary (1.–7. trinn):
- Autumn term: EUR 1,300.
- Spring term: EUR 1,035.
- Annual total (Autumn + Spring): EUR 2,335.

- Lower secondary / Youth (8.–10. trinn):
- Autumn term: EUR 1,400.
- Spring term: EUR 1,115.
- Annual total (Autumn + Spring): EUR 2,515.

- Sibling discount: full fee is charged for the eldest child; from the second child there is a discount of EUR 176 for the Autumn term and EUR 264 for the Spring term.

Canteen and other recurring school charges

- Canteen fee (paid with term fee):
- Autumn term: EUR 250.
- Spring term: EUR 320.
- Note: the canteen offers a voluntary warm-meal service; approximate daily cost ≈ EUR 2.50.

- iPad deposit: EUR 100 (paid in cash as a deposit for loaned iPads). This deposit is returned when the pupil leaves the school.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Terms are invoiced by term.
- Standard payment deadlines: Autumn term payment due by 1 March; Spring term payment due by 10 December (dates shown on the term invoice).
- The enrollment fee is normally invoiced/offset on the spring-term invoice and must be paid by the deadline stated on the offer (standard 14 days for the current intake). For later intakes the deadline may be shorter.
- Payment reference: always include the pupil's name and the term on the payment.
- Consequences of late or missing payment: interest on overdue amounts and the case is referred to legal debt collection if unpaid 60 days after the due date.

Refunds and cancellations

- Withdrawal right: a 14‑day right of withdrawal applies from the moment a binding contract is entered; using this right within 14 days entitles the family to a full refund of the enrollment fee.
- General refund policy: if the pupil leaves or the parents cancel after the applicable withdrawal period, paid enrollment fees and term fees are not refunded for the remainder of the agreed school year; the enrollment fee is treated as confirmation of the place and is applied against the pupil's final two months at the school.
- The iPad deposit is refunded when the pupil leaves the school.

Boarding / residential provision

- There is no boarding provision; the school operates as a day school for pupils in grades 1–10.

Other one-off or incidental costs

- Costs for school trips, specialist activities, textbooks or materials may be charged separately when applicable; the canteen and iPad deposit listed above are the recurring non-tuition charges explicitly published. (Families should plan for occasional additional charges for excursions and special activities.)

Fee payment options and bank details

- Payment method: bank transfer to the school's account (use the pupil's name and term as reference).
- Bank: Kutxabank (Fundacion Cultural Noruega).
- IBAN: ES52 2095 8605 60 9167584714.
- SWIFT/BIC: BASKES2BXXX.
- The invoice indicates the payment reference and the account to be used; the school applies payments against the named pupil and the term.

Collections, reminders and enforcement

- Overdue invoices will incur interest charges.
- If invoices remain unpaid 60 days after the due date, the matter is forwarded to legal debt collection; the school issues a written reminder prior to enforcement.
Academics

Den Norske Skolen Malaga teaches Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 6 to 16.

Curriculum
The Norwegian School Málaga is a private Norwegian primary school for students in grades 1–10. Here, students have a safe and inclusive school day that addresses both academic and social needs. The school places emphasis on students' personal development and offers a learning environment that promotes well‑being and mastery. To ensure a future‑oriented education, the school has highly qualified teachers who use varied teaching methods and modern learning technology. This approach creates engaging instruction that prepares students for further education and lifelong learning.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school provides a safe and inclusive daily learning environment. An inclusive learning environment is essential for students' academic and social development. The pedagogical profile centers on deep learning through interdisciplinary, theme-based teaching, and a learning environment that emphasizes dialogue, collaboration, and the development of communication and social skills. Dialogues and cooperative work are central to social learning, with teachers promoting respectful communication, empathy, and the ability to handle disagreements. Three golden rules guide student conduct: I am here to learn; I am here to help others learn; I am here to contribute so that everyone has a good experience. Rotary Marbella is a partner in this work and recognizes a student each year who excels in these efforts.

Mental Wellbeing
An inclusive learning environment is essential for students' academic and social development. The school works proactively to foster an inclusive community and a positive learning environment, with a focus on developing attitudes and values that support well-being. The motto We don't have rules, we have values guides the school's approach to character and wellbeing. Attitude-building work is carried out through activities, campaigns, and seminars in collaboration with the parents' association. Students report feeling seen and well cared for, and the school emphasizes a safe, supportive climate as a foundation for learning.

Safeguarding
If a student is suspected to be unsafe or not well at school, the school should be contacted immediately by families or staff. The school emphasizes safeguarding as part of its culture, ensuring that students and families feel seen and cared for and that concerns are addressed promptly.
Parent Experience

History
DNS Málaga is a private Norwegian primary school on the Costa del Sol in Benalmádena. It was founded in 1989 on a farm high up in Benalmádena. It grew and moved to leased premises in the center of Fuengirola. In 2007, the school's board built a brand-new school in Arroyo de la Miel. The school has capacity for 140 pupils. Admission is limited to Norwegian citizens, which is a legal prerequisite for enrollment.

Community
DNS Málaga follows a calendar that blends Norwegian and Spanish events. Holidays and vacations are aligned to allow home travel. The school celebrates Norwegian holidays such as Christmas, Easter, and 17 May. It offers a variety of activities including an annual beach day for introductions, a beach sports day, ski day, and trips to the mountains, local sights, museums and cultural events. Some events are common to the school, while others are organized per class, with additional information shared by email, weekly plans, and occasional information letters from the school.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Foreldrenes Arbeidsutvalg (FAU) is the link between parents and the school and consists of a class representative and a deputy from each class. FAU actively participates in students' daily life, organizes activities, and supports various educational and social initiatives. Membership is automatic, and FAU runs a cafe on school grounds once a week; the funds go back to children's activities and environment. FAU supports events such as a Spanish cultural festival, a Christmas workshop, work days, football tournaments, and various excursions; each year FAU provides financial support so that students can travel to cities such as Seville, Granada or Córdoba and to Morocco. The FAU-bua kiosk is open every Tuesday after school.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Autumn 2006, Den Norske Skolen, Malaga moved into its new school building in Arroyo de la Miel, Benalmádena. It has since been expanded to accommodate more students. The school has many specialized rooms and facilities that benefit all students. Outdoor spaces include a playground updated in 2022 with a climbing frame and slide, a covered ball court with a new surface and four table tennis tables.

Sports Facilities
Outdoor spaces include a playground updated in 2022 with a climbing frame and a slide, four table tennis tables, and a covered ball court with a new surface suitable for ball games. The well-equipped equipment room contains PE gear, balls, ropes and other equipment for physical education and activities. In spring 2022, the school completed its own paddle court (padel court). These facilities support outdoor learning and active play throughout the school day.

Academic Facilities
All classrooms are bright, pleasant and air-conditioned, with broadband, projectors and AppleTV. The school has seven group rooms, some attached to classrooms and some accessible from common areas. The science room was refurbished in 2019 and has everything needed for biology and chemistry, including a locked storage alcove for chemistry supplies. The Art & Craft room is equipped with sewing machines. The music room doubles as a cultural space with guitars, ukuleles, piano, keyboard and drums, with keyboards that connect to iPads for GarageBand. The library houses books for children and youth and uses digital books via the Cappelen Damm 'Skolen' app.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Stage productions and other cultural events occur in the culture hall throughout the year. Lower secondary students participate in an elective called 'Sal og Scene' for productions and performances. The culture hall provides a professional and inspiring setting for these productions as well as other cultural events. Students have opportunities to express themselves through drama, music and performance in these settings.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
DNS Málaga uses varied teaching methods and modern learning technology to deliver engaging instruction that prepares students for further education and lifelong learning. All students from 1st grade have their own iPad as a learning-support tool; upper grades have Mac access, with a 100 euro cash deposit for borrowing the devices that is refunded when the student leaves. The school emphasizes developing competencies in communication, collaboration, learning strategies, creativity and ethical reflection, alongside subject-specific knowledge. An elective subject in Media and Communications is offered, providing opportunities for academic enrichment through media literacy and related projects.

Arts & Creative
DNS Málaga fosters arts and culture through Spanish language culture week and a Spanish festival for students and families. An introduction film was created by a student in the Media and Communications elective, illustrating student-led creative work. The school supports creative expression through language and cultural activities as part of daily school life.

Cultural & Language
The school offers a low-threshold Spanish language course for 1st–7th grade to help students learn the language and integrate into the local community. Families receive information about municipal activities and help joining sports clubs or other local opportunities. The school promotes participation in local culture and excursions to enhance language and cultural learning.

Social & Hobbies
Lek og Læring is an after-school, organized, voluntary program for 1st–4th grade that offers play-based learning activities after class to support social interaction and learning, including Spanish language exposure. After-school football training and dance sessions are organized on Wednesdays, depending on demand and available coaches. The school also arranges excursions and cultural events to encourage social engagement and community connection.

Community & Service
The Parents' Association (FAU) works closely with the school to organize various social and educational activities. Rotary Marbella is a partner in these efforts and annually recognizes a student who has demonstrated outstanding contributions with the Hederprisen (Honor Prize). The collaboration between FAU and the school strengthens community involvement and student recognition.

Leadership & Professional
Rotary Marbella is a partner in DNS Málaga's community work and acknowledges a student each year for leadership through the Hederprisen award. The FAU organizes diverse professional and social events that foster leadership and community engagement among families and students. These activities provide practical opportunities for developing leadership and civic responsibility.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Annual events include a beach-get-to-know-day, a beach sports day, and a ski day in Sierra Nevada, alongside outings to local sights, museums and cultural events. The Costa del Sol setting supports a broad range of sports, including track and field, handball and football, with additional options like golf, climbing, yoga, flamenco dance, Zumba and padel available through private clubs or municipal programs. After-school activities, including Lek og Læring, promote social interaction and wellbeing, with a focus on inclusive, community-based experiences.
Languages

Language Provision
The school delivers instruction following the Norwegian curriculum, Kunnskapsløftet. It is a private Norwegian primary school for students in grades 1–10. A low-threshold Spanish language program is offered for students in grades 1–7 to introduce them to the Spanish language and culture and to foster interest and motivation to learn more.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Priority is given to students who already have a place. To confirm the place and secure admission, those who wish to exercise priority must apply by December 1, 2025 for the 2026/27 school year. The application is submitted through the application portal. 2. The regular application deadline is February 1, 2026 for the 2026/27 school year; after this date, placements are granted if there is capacity, on a waitlist basis. The application portal for the upcoming school year opened on November 1, 2025. 3. The school has only one intake per year. New students must join the autumn term no later than September 30. The admissions regulations provide guidelines for student placement; the school does not offer short-term placements. A submitted application does not guarantee admission; wait for a positive confirmation. Incomplete or incorrect information in the application can result in loss of a place. The school requires a copy of a Norwegian passport to be attached to the application. 4. Pricing for the 2026/27 school year includes the enrollment fee of 565€ (8–10) and 525€ (1–7), automatically deducted from the spring invoice. Autumn tuition is 1400€ (8–10) and 1300€ (1–7); spring tuition is 1680€ (8–10) and 1560€ (1–7). A second-child discount applies: 176€ in autumn and 264€ in spring. Cafeteria fees are 250€ in autumn and 330€ in spring. Payments are by bank transfer to Fundacion Cultural Noruega, Kutxabank, IBAN ES52 2095 8605 60 9167584714, SWIFT BASKES2BXXX; include the student's name and the relevant term as the reference.

Waitlist
Places beyond the main intake are allocated if capacity remains, on a waitlist basis.
School Events
The school has not added events
Search for more schools
Search schools in Spain View all schools in Málaga View all schools in Spain Open days & tours in Málaga View all schools Search all schools