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International School of Karlskrona

Sweden, Karlskrona

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 6 - 16 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 2019
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP)
Taught languages Swedish, Spanish, German
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Cultural and Language
Stages Primary School, Middle School
Introduction

International School of Karlskrona is an IB World School in Karlskrona, Sweden, offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for ages 6–11 and the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for ages 12–16. Located at Ekorrvägen 4, 371 42 Karlskrona, the school provides a curriculum designed to support international mobility, enabling students to move between countries with minimal disruption. All core teaching is conducted in English, with language courses taught separately in other languages. The school was established in autumn 2019 by Karlskrona municipality as an international compulsory school with IB orientation, and is connected with the central Wämöskolan area as part of that framework. The International Baccalaureate Organization and the Swedish Schools Inspectorate guarantee the quality of education. ISK emphasizes intercultural understanding and respect as part of the IB mission, aiming to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who become lifelong learners and globally minded citizens. It welcomes families with curiosity.

Ekorrvägen 4, 371 42 Karlskrona, Sweden

The Essentials

International School of Karlskrona has instruction in English.

Location
Wämöskolan, Karlskrona, located in Karlskrona's central school area.

Stages
Primary Years Programme (PYP) for ages 6 to 11; Middle Years Programme (MYP) for ages 12 to 16.
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
Karlskrona kommun (Karlskrona Municipality)
Fees
Application fees
- There are no application fees for admission to International School of Karlskrona. The school is public and does not charge parents for applying.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)
- There are no tuition fees for any year group (PYP or MYP). Education in the compulsory school forms provided by this school is delivered without charge to families; no per-term or per-year tuition is charged.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Not applicable for regular attendance: because there are no application or tuition charges, there is no billing schedule or recurring payment term for compulsory schooling at this school.
- Occasional voluntary costs (for example single school trips, entrance fees or similar one‑off items) may be requested on a voluntary basis; such voluntary charges must be reasonable and may not exceed the headman's self‑cost for the activity. Any such one‑off, voluntary costs would be invoiced per activity when arranged.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- Boarding is not applicable. International School of Karlskrona is an AB compulsory day school (PYP and MYP) located within the local school area and does not operate boarding facilities.

Other costs or fees (uniforms, meals, transport, materials, extracurriculars)
- Uniforms: The school does not charge a mandatory uniform fee as part of application or attendance; there is no compulsory, school-imposed uniform fee included in school charges. (Education in the compulsory forms is intended to be fee‑free.)
- School meals: Pupils in compulsory school are provided with nutritious school meals without a charge to families under the rules that govern compulsory schooling. Families should therefore not expect a regular lunch fee for the compulsory school years.
- Transport: The municipality or the school does not provide a dedicated school bus service to and from International School of Karlskrona; pupil transport rights to free transport are governed separately by national/local rules and may apply only under specified conditions. Any local transport arrangements or exceptional transport costs would follow municipal policy.
- Learning materials and textbooks: In compulsory school, pupils shall have access to required textbooks, learning materials and necessary learning tools without charge; families should not be billed for standard compulsory learning materials.
- Extracurriculars and optional activities: Participation in voluntary extracurricular activities or trips may carry a separate voluntary charge limited to the organiser's self‑cost; such charges are not compulsory for basic schooling.

Refund information
- Not applicable for tuition or application (there are no such fees to refund). For any one‑off, voluntary activity fees that are collected, refund terms would be determined by the school/municipality for that specific activity; such ad‑hoc arrangements must follow rules that ensure charges are reasonable.

Fee payment options (credit card / bank transfer / other)
- Not applicable for regular tuition or application (no fees are charged). For any voluntary, activity‑specific charges, payment method and instructions would be provided with that activity's communication and invoicing; arrangements vary by activity and are handled by the school or municipal administration.
Academics

International School of Karlskrona teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP) for students aged 6 to 16.

Curriculum
Primary Years Programme (PYP) for ages 6–11 and Middle Years Programme (MYP) for ages 12–16 are offered. The school is an IB World School following the IB framework; subjects are taught in English except for language courses. The International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) and the Swedish Schools Inspectorate guarantee the quality of education. The new international compulsory school is located at Wämöskolan in the central school area. The programme is designed to support international mobility, enabling students to move between countries with minimal disruption.

Gifted and Talented
Teaching for students with special gifts and a particular interest in mathematics and history.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school provides a learning-focused environment that stimulates creativity and innovation in a culture of collaboration and respect so that each student develops the skills and knowledge to become internationally-minded and a lifelong learner. The school's mission emphasizes intercultural understanding and respectful engagement among students.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
All subjects, besides language courses, are taught in English.

Mental Wellbeing
Elevhälsa provides student health and wellbeing support. It includes an Attendance Wheel for increased school attendance and drug-prevention work in the school.

Safeguarding
The content and quality of education are guaranteed by the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) and the Swedish Schools Inspectorate (Skolinspektionen). The Swedish Schools Inspectorate is responsible for controlling the quality of schools in Sweden.
Parent Experience

History
International School of Karlskrona was established by Karlskrona municipality in autumn 2019 as an international compulsory school with IB orientation. The school follows the International Baccalaureate international curriculum and all teaching is conducted in English, with language courses taught in other languages. The new international compulsory school is located at Wämöskolan, which is part of the central school area. It is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and the Middle Years Programme (MYP).

Community
The school community centers on intercultural understanding and respect as part of its IB framework. The Primary Years Programme serves students aged 6 to 11 and the Middle Years Programme serves students aged 12 to 16, enabling families to move between countries with continuity in education. The IB mission and ISK mission emphasize inquiry, knowledge, and lifelong learning within a culture of collaboration and respect. Admission criteria include residency in Sweden for a limited period, attendance at school in another country for a substantial time, or English being spoken at home with at least one parent.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The International School of Karlskrona is an IB World School offering an international compulsory education. The Primary Years Programme (PYP) is for students aged 6 to 11, and the Middle Years Programme (MYP) is for students aged 12 to 16. The compulsory school follows an international curriculum and all teaching is conducted in English; language courses are taught separately. The IB mission is to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect. ISK's mission is to provide a learning-focused environment that stimulates creativity, collaboration and international-mindedness so that each student becomes internationally minded and a lifelong learner.

Cultural & Language
Intercultural understanding and respect are central to IB and ISK. The curriculum uses English as the language of instruction for most subjects, with language courses taught as part of the programme.
Languages

Language Provision
All instruction is in English.
Admissions

Admissions
The International School of Karlskrona is an IB world school offering a compulsory international program. The Primary Years Programme (PYP) is for students aged 6 to 11 and the Middle Years Programme (MYP) is for students aged 12 to 16; all subjects are taught in English. The school is open to international families, and eligibility requires meeting at least one criterion set by Skolverket: the child is a resident in Sweden for a limited period of time; the child has attended school in another country for a significant amount of time; there is a well-founded reason to expect that the child will move abroad for a significant amount of time; the child uses English as the primary language to speak with at least one parent. In cases where applications are oversubscribed, priority is given to applicants with a sibling in the school. Admissions can occur throughout the academic year if class size permits. The school is located at Wämöskolan, Karlskrona. The ISK mission is to provide a learning-focused environment that stimulates creativity and innovation in a culture of collaboration and respect so that each student develops the skills and knowledge to become internationally-minded and a lifelong learner. The admission process is as follows: 1) Choose the school via the municipality's School Choice and submit a completed application to Kunskapsförvaltningen, 371 83 Karlskrona. 2) The guardian completes Application Form Part 1 and sends it to ISK's School Administrator and the IB Programme Coordinator. 3) The current or last school completes Application Form Part 2 (PYP or MYP) and sends it to ISK. 4) The last 1–2 academic report cards and related certificates from previous schools are sent to ISK (work samples may supplement documentation). 5) Once documents are received, the applicant and guardians are invited to an interview with the PYP and/or MYP Coordinator. 6) On a case-by-case basis, ISK may request a trial class for one day, along with observational notes and medical records. 7) An IB Programme Coordinator sends a review and endorsement to the School Administrator. 8) The Head of School and/or PYP & MYP Coordinator make the final admission decision based on the criteria, evidence, and whether ISK can accommodate the learner's needs, and considering class size. 9) The School Administrator informs guardians of the decision and starting date and sends an Agreement to Admission for signature. 10) Once the agreement is signed and returned, the student can start on the stated date. All documents can be requested from the School Administrator. ISK reserves the right to decline admission if the applicant cannot meet the needs or if ISK cannot accommodate them. Costs: ISK is a public school; there are no fees for applying or attending, and no school bus service is provided. Special Needs: ISK provides English as an Additional Language (EAL) support as needed; entry to certain IB programs may require a suitable level of English; ISK aims to provide inclusive education.
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