Idraetsefterskolen Klintsogaard
Updated July 2026
Gørlev Idrætsefterskole is a residential school for 10th-grade students that integrates academic studies with a wide range of sports, outdoor activities, and music. The school accommodates 166 students with an equal distribution of boys and girls.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
Gørlev Idrætsefterskole aims to develop the student as a whole person through a combination of education, shared experiences, and a committed community. While the school values academic development and sporting achievements, it places the highest priority on fostering a strong, inclusive community where students can stand on their own feet in safe, developmental surroundings.
Programmes
The academic programme consists of 10th-grade studies combined with a choice of two elective linjefag (specialized subjects). Available linjefag include badminton, dance, football, handball, music, outdoor activities, rhythm, gymnastics (spring), and volleyball. In addition to these specialized tracks, the curriculum includes mandatory subjects and various other elective courses.
Student support
Frequently asked questions(3)
- Is Idraetsefterskolen Klintsogaard a day or boarding school?
- Idraetsefterskolen Klintsogaard is a day and boarding school.
- Is Idraetsefterskolen Klintsogaard co-educational?
- Idraetsefterskolen Klintsogaard is a co-ed school.
- Where is Idraetsefterskolen Klintsogaard located?
- Idraetsefterskolen Klintsogaard is an international school in Holbaek, Denmark.
Tuition & fees
Annual tuition by grade
2026/2027| Grade | Ages | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| 10. klasse | 15–16 | — |
Other fees(5)
| Application fee· Reservationsgebyr (paid when reserving a place) | DKK 1.1K |
|---|---|
| Registration fee· Tilmeldingsgebyr (paid after the orientation meeting) | DKK 3K |
| Boardingweek· Ugepris (weekly price covering tuition, boarding, and meals) | DKK 3.1K |
| Bus / transport· Betaling for transport i forbindelse med brobygningsugen (eleverne skal selv medbringe rejsekort) | — |
| Materials· Ekstra betaling for skolerejse hvis man er elev på outdoorlinjen | — |
Admissions
The school follows a structured application process requiring the submission of a completed application form via email or post. Upon receipt, the school notifies applicants regarding placement or inclusion on a waiting list. A reservation fee is required to secure a spot, while waiting list registration is free of charge. Prospective students are encouraged to visit during the annual 'Efterskolernes Dag' held on the last Sunday of September.
Calendar
The academic year typically begins in August and concludes in late June. The calendar includes scheduled breaks such as an autumn holiday in week 42, a Christmas break, a winter holiday in week 7, and an Easter break. Key events include parent days, gymnastics performances, a lejrskole (camp school) trip in January, and final examinations in May and June.
Facilities
About the campus
The campus features a variety of sports facilities, including sports halls and outdoor sports fields, alongside student residential rooms. The school grounds are situated in natural surroundings, and the facilities include a kitchen and access to a physiotherapist. Students and visitors can explore the campus through a guided video tour available on the school's website.
- Karen Ingerslev Studstrup PetersenSkoleleder (implied by role as primary author/representative of school news)
- Birgitte DalsgaardFormand
Formand for bestyrelsen, medlem siden 2018.
- Tina JakobsenNæstformand
Næstformand for bestyrelsen, medlem siden 2020.
- Carsten TranbergBestyrelsesmedlem
Bestyrelsesmedlem, medlem siden 2022.
- Lykke ØstergaardBestyrelsesmedlem
Bestyrelsesmedlem, medlem siden 2020.
- Søren Frieboe OlsenBestyrelsesmedlem
Bestyrelsesmedlem, medlem siden 2020.
- Helle Vilsner JohansenBestyrelsesmedlem
Bestyrelsesmedlem, medlem siden 2022.