Copenhagen International School

The school aims to educate 'champions of a just and sustainable world' within a safe, secure, and inclusive environment. It operates in accordance with the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) and emphasizes a culture of child protection, diversity, and belonging. The school values integrity, student agency, and global perspectives.

The school offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum across Early Years, Primary, and Secondary levels. The Secondary School provides the IB Diploma Programme, which allows students to study a broad range of subjects while developing strong academic and research skills. The curriculum is supported by language learning and is designed to foster student agency and global awareness.

Graduates are prepared for university and beyond through the IB Diploma Programme, which emphasizes academic skills, time management, and the ability to handle a broad range of subjects. Alumni report that the school's supportive teaching environment and focus on integrity and community values provide lasting benefits.

The school provides student support services and considers learning support requirements during the holistic application review process. It maintains a commitment to an inclusive environment and offers specific support for students with diverse needs.

The school accepts applications throughout the year, subject to space availability. The process involves booking a tour, submitting an online application with a 3,000 DKK fee, a holistic review by grade-level principals, and securing a place with a 40,000 DKK registration fee. To maintain international diversity, no single nationality may exceed 25% of the student body.

Located in the Nordhavn district, the 25,000 m² campus is designed by C.F. Møller Architects and consists of four towers adapted for different developmental stages. The facility includes a state-of-the-art theatre, two rooftop greenhouses, three gyms, music rooms, and specialized design facilities for ceramics, product design, and visual arts. The building is designed to be environmentally and socially sustainable.

Students participate in a wide range of activities, including sports, performing arts, and student-led groups. Notable organizations include the Student Council, the Racial and Social Justice Union, the Gender and Sexuality Alliance (GSA), and the Model United Nations (MUN) club. Service learning is a core component, exemplified by the student-run 'Team Peru' initiative, which supports the Mama Cocha Children’s Center through fundraising and biennial service trips.