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International School of the Stockholm Region

Sweden, Stockholm

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 5 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 640
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme)
Taught languages English, Swedish, French, Spanish
Typical class size 15
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Arts and Creative, Academic and Intellectual, Community and Service
Stages Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

International School of the Stockholm Region is a municipal international school in Stockholm run by the City of Stockholm. It offers the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, Diploma Programme and Career-related Programme, with English as the working language. The school serves approximately 640 students and its PYP begins at age 5, while upper secondary pathways cover students up to age 19. ISSR is tuition-free for most eligible students because it is operated by the municipality. The school’s official site highlights a multilingual community, with 80 languages represented. A distinctive feature is its full IB pathway combined with municipal status, making it different from many fee-paying international schools. Beyond lessons, ISSR offers around 30 CAS clubs for Diploma students, as well as activities such as choir, band and chess. Its programmes prepare students for international and Swedish higher education pathways.

Bohusgatan 24–26, 116 67 Stockholm, Sweden

The Essentials

International School of the Stockholm Region has 640 pupils, typical class sizes of 15, instruction in English.

Location
The school is located at 24 Bohusgatan, Stockholm, Sweden. It is on Kungsholmen in central Stockholm and accessible by public transport.

Stages
Preschool through Year 12. The school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in the upper years.

Type
The school is publicly funded and English-speaking, founded by the City of Stockholm.

Pupil Nationality Mix
Students come from around the world, creating an international environment.
Fees
Application fees

- There is no application fee for admission to the International School of the Stockholm Region (ISSR); families do not pay an application charge.

Tuition fees by year group (detailed per term / per year)

- For families eligible for municipal/public provision, tuition is not charged for all year groups (Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme). In other words: SEK 0 per term and SEK 0 per school year for children enrolled under the school's public funding arrangements.

- Exception: members of diplomatic missions who are not citizens of EU/EEA states or Switzerland are required to pay a tuition charge for students in Grade 10 through DP2 (the school charges tuition for those specific cases). The municipality handles the billing arrangements for these diplomatic cases.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Where fees apply (for example for after‑school care, extracurricular activities or diplomatic tuition), invoices are issued and must be paid by the due date stated on the invoice. Municipal parental/activity fees are commonly billed on a termly or monthly basis depending on the service; Stockholm's municipal practice for similar after‑school activities shows examples of a fixed term charge (for fritids/fritidsklubb) paid per term.

- For diplomatic tuition cases, billing is arranged through the municipality and may be invoiced directly to the family or to the diplomatic mission as agreed between the school/municipality and the embassy.

Boarding fees (if applicable)

- The International School of the Stockholm Region is a municipally run day school; there is no boarding provision and therefore no boarding fees.

Other costs and recurring fees

- After‑school care (fritids / fritidsklubb): a parental fee can apply for participation in after‑school club programmes; Stockholm municipality examples show modest termly fees for similar services.

- Extracurricular activities and optional clubs: small participation fees may apply for certain optional activities, trips or specialised programmes.

- School lunches and routine classroom supplies: these are provided through the municipal school arrangements and are not charged as separate tuition fees for students covered by the public provision.

- Uniforms: there is no compulsory school uniform requirement listed for this municipal international school; no uniform fee is charged as a standard school requirement.

Refund information (if applicable)

- There is no tuition to refund for students covered by municipal funding (tuition = SEK 0). For fees that are paid (after‑school care, activity fees or diplomatic tuition), refunds or credits (for withdrawal or non‑attendance) follow municipal invoicing and refund rules and the payment terms on the invoice. Parents should follow the invoice terms and municipal guidance for refund procedures where a fee has been charged.

Fee payment options

- Municipal and school‑related fees in Stockholm are normally collected via invoice systems that accept bank transfers (bankgiro/plusgiro), e‑invoice and other common Swedish payment channels; many municipal and school-related payers in Sweden also use Swish or electronic invoice options where available. Payment specifics for any charged service (after‑school care, extracurricular activity or diplomatic tuition) are given on the invoice and follow municipal payment channels.

Summary (clear, factual points)

- Application fee: none.
- Tuition for most families / all year groups: none (SEK 0 per term, SEK 0 per year under municipal funding).
- Diplomatic exception: non‑EU/EEA/Swiss members of diplomatic missions pay tuition for Grade 10–DP2; the municipality handles billing.
- Boarding: not offered; no boarding fees.
- Other possible charges: after‑school care and some optional extracurricular/activity fees; school lunches and standard classroom supplies are provided without separate tuition charges.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The Student Care Team supports students' social and emotional well-being. The team is composed of a nurse, a school counsellor and special needs teachers, and works proactively to ensure every student receives the support they need to achieve their goals. The City's schools collaborate with social services, the county council and the police in Stockholm to safeguard students' welfare.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The Student Care Team includes a nurse, a school counsellor and special needs teachers who provide targeted support to students with additional needs, ensuring equal access to education.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school is English-speaking.

Mental Wellbeing
Student Health Care Team works proactively to ensure students' physical and mental wellbeing.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding is supported through collaboration with social services, the county council and the police in Stockholm.
Parent Experience

History
The ISSR is a publicly funded English-speaking school founded by the City of Stockholm in response to the growing demand for a truly international education. ISSR became an IB World School in 1999. The Södermalm campus has a long history, with the Södermalm Secondary School for girls established in 1939 and moved to Bohusgatan 24–26 in 1945. ISSR moved onto that campus in 2012, and in 2016 ISSR became an IB Continuum World School. Today ISSR hosts more than 600 students from more than 70 countries.

Community
ISSR fosters a caring, inclusive community with a House system (Lynx, Wolf, Bear, Fox) to promote social integration and school spirit. A dedicated Student Care Team supports wellbeing with a nurse, a school counsellor and special needs teachers. The school encourages student involvement through a peer-helper programme and a range of culture and community clubs, with community service integrated into DP and MYP. Beyond the classroom, learning continues with activities after lessons.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Parents and guardians of ISSR students are automatically members of the PTA. There are no fees or dues, and involvement can be through volunteering or simply attending events. The PTA emphasizes that parent involvement enriches the educational experience for children. You can contact the PTA via the 'Mail ISSR PTA' option. Participation in the PTA helps support ISSR's community.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school offers Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), Diploma Programme (DP), and Career-related Programme (CP) as part of its IB World School status. The library is large and well-lit and provides books, databases, and online services. Every student from M6 to DP2 receives a laptop for studies. The football field is located on the school premises. Beyond the classroom, ISSR provides a range of cultural and sporting activities.

Sports Facilities
The school has a football field on site. ISSR competes in the local Stockholm Schools International league (SIL) tournaments and in the Nordic Network international schools sports championship (NN). Extracurricular sports are offered for students in grades 6–12 and are free and open to all levels. The main sports are soccer and basketball, with volleyball, badminton, table tennis, and cricket also popular. Professional coaches supervise and organize sporting events and practice sessions.

Academic Facilities
The school offers IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), IB Diploma Programme (DP), and Career-related Programme (CP). ISSR is an accredited IB World School. The library supports the work of the school with books, databases, and online services. Students in grades M6 through DP2 receive a laptop for their studies. ManageBac is available for guardians and enrolled students.

Extra Curricular Facilities
ISSR hosts around 30 CAS clubs. ISSR runs extracurricular sports for students in grades 6–12; the sports are free and open to all levels; the main sports are soccer and basketball; other popular sports include volleyball, badminton, table tennis, and cricket. Professional coaches supervise sporting events and practices. Other after-school activities include choir, band, and chess.
Languages

Language Provision
The International School of the Stockholm Region is an English-speaking school. English is the language of instruction. The school is publicly funded by the City of Stockholm.
Admissions

Admissions
PYP and MYP (Grades 0–9) admissions are open only to families with a temporary work contract; Grades 10–12 (M10–DP2) admissions are open to both local and international communities. Intake is ongoing for PYP and MYP/Grade 0–10. In DP, intake closes in September and DP students cannot start after September. CP: Applications are accepted from October to January; the outcome of auditions is communicated from mid-February; late applications are subject to availability and can only be accepted if the applicant holds EU/EEA/Swiss citizenship. How to apply: Online applications only via OpenApply; no documents can be sent by e-mail. Fees: ISSR is run by the City of Stockholm and has no fees; diplomats not EU/EEA or Swiss citizens will have to pay the tuition fee for students in Grade 10 to DP2.

Waitlist
ISSR does not operate with a waiting list.
School Events
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