Arendal International School

The school aims to develop students' enthusiasm for life-long and holistic learning. It promotes the ethos of the IB learner profile, fostering effective communication, respect for diverse cultures, and a sense of local and global citizenship.

The school offers an International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum for students in grades 1 through 10. Instruction is conducted in English, with mandatory lessons in Norwegian and Spanish. The academic program is designed to be engaging and challenging, with grade 10 students having their IB grades converted into the Norwegian system for high school applications.

The school provides support for students requiring extra help, coordinating with the Pedagogical-Psychological Service (PPT) to maintain and implement Individual Plans for students. Norwegian language instruction is provided for both native speakers and language learners to support inclusion and cultural integration.

Arendal International School is a private institution open to both Norwegian and international students aged 6 to 16 (grades 1 to 10). Admissions are based on specific criteria, including children of staff, students transferring from Grimstad International School, and international students, with a draw used if candidates are equal. The school maintains a capacity of 24 students per class (23 for grades 1-3) and requires a three-month notice period for student withdrawal.

The academic year runs from mid-August to late June. The calendar includes standard breaks such as an autumn holiday in late September/early October, a winter holiday in February, and an Easter break in March/April. Staff training days typically occur in August and November.

The school is located in Arendal, Norway, at Julius Smiths vei 40, His. Due to facility restrictions, the school limits class sizes to maintain an optimal learning environment. The campus includes an SFO (School-Age Childcare) facility.