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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 (ISSR) is a publicly funded, English-speaking school founded by the City of Stockholm to meet demand for international education. It offers a complete IB continuum: Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), Diploma Programme (DP) and the IB Career-related Programme (CP) for students aged 5 to 18. ISSR has served as an IB World School since 1999 and is based on Södermalm campus, which joined the IB Continuum in 2016. The school educates more than 600 students from over 70 countries, reflecting its international community. Facilities include a large library with books, databases, online services, a laptop program for students from M6 to DP2. A football field is on campus, and professional coaches supervise sports such as soccer, basketball, volleyball, badminton, table tennis and cricket. Extra activities include choir, band, chess and about 30 CAS clubs, with ManageBac for guardians and students worldwide.
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
Annual tuition at International School of the Stockholm Region ranges from SEK 0 for 2026/27.
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.
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.
FAQs
What age range does International School of the Stockholm Region cater for?
International School of the Stockholm Region accepts students from age 5 to 18. Preschool through Year 12. The school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in the upper years.
What are the fees at International School of the Stockholm Region?
**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.
Where is International School of the Stockholm Region located?
International School of the Stockholm Region is located in Sweden. The school is located at 24 Bohusgatan, Stockholm, Sweden. It is on Kungsholmen in central Stockholm and accessible by public transport.
Is International School of the Stockholm Region co-educational?
International School of the Stockholm Region is a co-educational school. The school is publicly funded and English-speaking, founded by the City of Stockholm.
How do I apply to International School of the Stockholm Region?
The admissions process at International School of the Stockholm Region: 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.
What learning support does International School of the Stockholm Region provide?
International School of the Stockholm Region provides learning support services. 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.
Does International School of the Stockholm Region offer English as an Additional Language (EAL) support?
The school is English-speaking.
What facilities does International School of the Stockholm Region have?
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 Sports facilities include: 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).
What languages are taught at International School of the Stockholm Region?
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.
Who is the head of International School of the Stockholm Region?
The head of school at International School of the Stockholm Region is Karin Henrekson Ahlberg.
How many students attend International School of the Stockholm Region?
International School of the Stockholm Region has approximately 640 students. The school serves students from age 5 to 18.
What is the parent community like at International School of the Stockholm Region?
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 Parents and guardians of ISSR students are automatically members of the PTA.
