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British International School of Stavanger - Sentrum

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees SEK 13,200 - 44,800
Ages 6 - 16 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 2019
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP)
Taught languages Norwegian, French, Spanish
Strengths Performing Arts, Outdoor Education, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

British International School of Stavanger – Sentrum is a day school in Stavanger, offering English-language primary and secondary education within the IB framework. The Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP) are taught in English to students aged 6 to 16, with a British-country affiliated ethos. The Sentrum campus sits near Stavanger's centre, providing a Primary School (ages 6–11) and a Secondary School (12–16). Since 2019, BISS operates as three schools: Preschool, Gausel, and Sentrum. The school emphasizes its international community and curriculum continuity across stages. Beyond classroom study, the school works with external providers to broaden after-school options, including music lessons, coding, and language clubs; and it supports outdoor and leadership activities through arrangements with local Scout groups and the Duke of Edinburgh's Award. The environment aims to cultivate confidence, collaboration, and independent inquiry. This combination supports students' global perspectives, teamwork, and responsible leadership in communities worldwide.

Tanke Svilands gate 73, Stavanger, 4007, Norway

The Essentials

British International School of Stavanger - Sentrum has instruction in English.

Location
BISS Sentrum is located in Stavanger city centre on Tanke Svilands gate 73, 4007 Stavanger, Norway. The Sentrum Campus sits in the centre of Stavanger. It is the primary and secondary campus of the British International School of Stavanger.

Stages
BISS Sentrum comprises a Primary School for ages 6-11 years (PYP 1–PYP 6) and a Secondary School for ages 12-16 years.

Pupil Nationality Mix
Over 60 nationalities are represented; the community is international.

Additional learning support
Learning diversity and inclusion support is provided; prospective parents can contact the school if their child has additional needs to involve outside agencies to ensure transitions to BISS Sentrum can be done responsibly and smoothly, and support can be secured in place.

Country affiliation
British
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The school has a uniform. Primary (PYP) Uniform includes a pale blue polo shirt, navy blue sweatshirt, navy blue trousers or skirt, and black shoes or trainers. Primary PE Kit includes a house-colour sports shirt, leggings or shorts, gym shoes, and a hoodie or fleece; Secondary Uniform includes a white shirt, black v-neck sweater or cardigan, black trousers or skirt, and black shoes; Secondary PE Kit includes a house-colour sports shirt, leggings or shorts, gym shoes, a hoodie or fleece, and a bag. Uniform items are ordered via Trutex Europe using LEA code LEA000133TF with delivery to school or home.

House System
The school uses a house system; PE shirts are in the colour of each student's house.

Governance and Ownership
BISS is governed as four institutions within the British International School of Stavanger: BISS Preschool, BISS Gausel, BISS Sentrum, and BISS Foundation. The Governance & Accountability Policy (June 2024) describes the roles, responsibilities and decision-making framework, including a BISS School Board and delegated authority to each entity.
Fees

Annual tuition at British International School of Stavanger - Sentrum ranges from SEK 13,200 to SEK 44,800 for 2026/27.

Application fees

- Preschool application fee: NOK 1,000 (payable on entry).
- Acceptance fee for all schools: one month's school fees charged on receipt of the acceptance form; this amount is deducted from the first invoice and is not refundable if a child does not attend.

Tuition fees (by year group and equivalent term/month amounts)

- BISS Sentrum (Primary and Secondary – PYP and MYP):
- Annual tuition (calendar year 2026): NOK 44,800 per annum.
- Monthly (invoiced): NOK 4,073 per month (charged over 11 monthly instalments).
- Equivalent per term (arithmetic conversion: annual fee ÷ 3): NOK 14,933.33 per term (this is a calculated equivalence, not an invoicing format).

- BISS Preschool (100% – five days, 07:30–16:30):
- Annual tuition: NOK 13,200 per year (NOK 1,200 per month over 11 instalments).
- Preschool snack programme (optional): NOK 1,650 per year (NOK 150 per month).
- Equivalent per term (arithmetic conversion: annual fee ÷ 3): NOK 4,400 per term (calculated equivalence).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Invoicing: School fees are invoiced in eleven monthly instalments; invoices are sent to parents/guardians who are responsible for payment. Students joining mid-year are invoiced from the first of the month in which they join (the whole month is charged regardless of start date).
- Payment timing and penalties: Payment due date is 10 days from the invoice (standard invoice terms). A late fee of NOK 35 applies for late payments.
- Instalment alternative: Fees may also be payable in two instalments (August and January) where that option is used; the first month's tuition (acceptance fee) is taken on acceptance and deducted from the first invoice.

Withdrawal, notice and refunds

- Withdrawal notice: After a child has started school, three months' notice of withdrawal is required. Notice begins from the 1st of the month following submission of the withdrawal form. The three months' notice period includes holiday periods.
- Withdrawal fee: The withdrawal fee is equivalent to three months' school fees at the current rate. If the leaving date is sooner than three months, the full withdrawal fee (equivalent to three months' fees) will be charged.
- Acceptance fee refund: The acceptance fee (one month's fees) is not refundable if a place is accepted and the child does not attend.
- SFO refunds: SFO (after‑school care) fees are not refunded for illness or holidays.

Boarding

- There is no boarding provision; BISS operates as day schools (Preschool, Primary and Secondary).

Other costs and optional services

- SFO (Skolefritidsordning – after‑school care) at BISS Sentrum:
- Monthly charge for 100% places: NOK 3,188 per month.
- Monthly charge for 60% places (three days per week): NOK 2,194 per month.
- SFO places cannot be applied for until a school place has been offered and accepted; SFO refunds are not made for illness or holidays.
- School clothing / uniform:
- School fees do not cover school clothing; uniform items must be purchased separately from the school's supplier. Trutex Europe is the official uniform supplier for BISS Sentrum (orders via Trutex using the school LEA code). Returns and refunds for uniform orders are handled by Trutex according to their returns procedure.
- Miscellaneous charges:
- School fees cover regular school instruction during the school day, educational supplies, exercise books and loan of textbooks; school clothing, optional programmes (e.g., snack programme at preschool) and some extracurricular items are charged separately.

Refunds and returns (summary)

- Acceptance fee: non‑refundable if a place is accepted and the child does not attend.
- SFO: no refunds for illness or holiday absences.
- Uniform returns and refunds are processed by the uniform supplier (Trutex) according to their returns policy.

Fee payment options

- Invoices are issued to parents and include the required payment details; parents pay according to the invoice instructions. For queries about reduced payments, invoice details or acceptable payment methods, contact the school accounting team at accounting@biss.no or the Admissions Office for procedural questions.
Academics

British International School of Stavanger - Sentrum teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP) for students aged 6 to 16.

Curriculum
Primary School uses the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) in English. Secondary School uses the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) in English.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
PSHE (Personal, Social and Health Education) lessons and assemblies complement the curriculum and address how students live in their communities and practice looking after their own wellbeing. There is a school nurse available for confidential advice on health and emotional wellbeing. Two students are elected as student leaders to represent the student body at the school board meetings, alongside teachers, board members and parents. There is a student council that gathers students' opinions and suggestions. The school focuses on developing students as individuals so they can lead happy and fulfilling lives.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Special Educational Needs (SEN) support aims to improve students' self-esteem in addition to academic performance. Internally, staff with SEND/EAL skills support students, with a weekly SEND meeting to monitor progress. Externally, specialists can be called for evaluation of learning difficulties, including Educational Psychologists and BUPA. SEN services are available to support diverse learning needs within BISS Sentrum. The program supports inclusion and progression within the mainstream setting.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English is the language of instruction and language learning pervades all areas of the curriculum. Students are assessed on entry to determine how they can access the taught curriculum in English. Trained English as an Additional Language (EAL) teachers provide support, including additional lessons after school, support during lessons and occasional removal from lessons. EAL students follow a modified English Language and Literature curriculum with smaller groups and targeted language skills. The school supports maintaining students' mother tongues and provides mother tongue support where available.

Mental Wellbeing
PSHE lessons and assemblies address wellbeing and social and emotional development. There is a school nurse available for confidential advice on health and emotional wellbeing. Students have channels to express their views, including two elected student leaders and a student council. Parent involvement through twice-yearly conferences and workshops supports students' wellbeing. A documented internal referral system tracks concerns related to health, wellbeing and safety.

Safeguarding
Norwegian Law paragraph 12 requires a safe and good school environment; safeguarding is embedded in the school's practices. There is a documented internal referral system to track staff concerns. There is a school nurse available for confidential advice on health and wellbeing. Safeguarding procedures are in place to protect students. The school collaborates with authorities to maintain a safe and supportive environment for all students.
Parent Experience

History
British School of Stavanger was founded in 1977 and moved to its current premises in 1981. In 2004 it changed its name to the British International School of Stavanger to reflect its international community and curriculum. In 2019 BISS became three schools: BISS Preschool, BISS Gausel and BISS Sentrum. BISS Sentrum opened as a Friskole in 2019 and offers English-speaking Primary and Secondary Education, with the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP). The Sentrum campus is located near the centre of Stavanger and serves children aged 6–16, with a Primary School (6–11) and a Secondary School (12–16).

Community
Opened in 2019, BISS Sentrum is located near the centre of Stavanger on the west coast of Norway. Our diverse community includes staff and students from nearly 60 countries, creating cultural connections in and outside the classroom. We pride ourselves on a warm, family-like atmosphere where students from primary to secondary levels feel at home.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
There is a Parent Association (FAU) that collaborates with the BISS community.
Facilities

Extra Curricular Facilities
The school lists external providers offering clubs at BISS Sentrum and BISS Gausel. I'M A MUSICIAN provides piano, singing, guitar/electric guitar, and violin lessons after school, one-on-one, with piano on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday; singing on Monday and Wednesday; guitar on Monday through Friday; and violin on Thursday. YoungCoderz offers programming, robotics and electronics for students from PYP 3 and above, with Python and website development for older students. The French Club, Dessine-moi un Mouton, promotes French learning and fluency through weekly sessions and cultural events. Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Explorers operate at BISS Gausel, offering outdoor activities and skill-building; PUMA's Taekwon-do Club runs at BISS Gausel with classes on Wednesdays for juniors and seniors and thrice-yearly testing; Little Puma's runs for ages 4-7 to develop life skills.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Young Coderz Coding Club specializes in Programming, Robotics and Electronics. PYP3 and above participate; younger students learn Scratch and robotics, while older students study Python game programming and website development. Registration details are available from YoungCoderz.

Arts & Creative
I'M A MUSICIAN is a private music school that collaborates with BISS Sentrum to provide tailored music lessons. Instrument options include piano, singing, guitar/electric guitar, and violin. Lessons are after school and one-to-one, held at BISS Sentrum.

Cultural & Language
French Club promotes French learning and fluency in small-group sessions. Certified teachers offer weekly courses for different ages and proficiency levels. The club also organises gatherings and cultural events showcasing the French-speaking world.

Social & Hobbies
1st Stavanger Scout Group, British Scouting Overseas, is based at BISS and uses BISS Gausel facilities for Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Explorers. Beavers and Cubs meet through the week, with Scouts and Explorers joining outdoor meetups. They meet on Thursday evenings (about 17:00–18:30, location varies) and participate in activities such as navigation and orienteering, kayaking, camping and shelter-building, pioneering, fishing, camp-fire activities, and more as they work towards badges and awards.

Leadership & Professional
The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award (the Award) is a Non-Formal Education and Learning framework that supports young people in finding their purpose, place and passion in the world.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Outdoor activities are a key part of the clubs at BISS Sentrum, with Scouts and related programmes offering activities such as navigation, kayaking, camping, shelter-building and other outdoor adventures that promote physical activity and wellbeing.
Languages

Language Provision
The language of instruction is English. Children also learn Norwegian.
Admissions

Admissions
Step 1: Create a parent profile and login. The admissions process is conducted through the BISS Sentrum admissions portal. The profile is used to manage applications for your children and for each school. Step 2: Verify your email address and then log in with the password provided. Step 3: Complete the application form; you need to make separate applications for each of your children and for each school. Step 4: Submit your application. Step 5: Apply for another school for the same student or to apply for another child, return to the dashboard. You can save your application and come back to make changes. Once you have submitted the application you will not be able to make any further changes. Ready to Apply? Click the image to access the Admissions Portal. Admissions Criteria: 1) Current students of BISS Sentrum registering for the following academic year at BISS Sentrum. 2) Siblings of students already enrolled at BISS Sentrum. 3) Current students of BISS Pre-School 5. 4) Children of staff on permanent contracts and children of board members. 5) Applicants with a demonstrable interest in the IB curriculum. 6) Applicants from schools or pre-schools offering an international curriculum, in Norway, and abroad. 7) Students transferring from BISS Gausel to BISS Sentrum. If there is more than one applicant with the same priority, places will be allocated by lottery.
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