Ies Ostersund

The school is built on the conviction that every child can achieve success regardless of their background. It prioritises a safe and orderly environment as a prerequisite for learning, maintaining clear rules and routines. The ethos focuses on high academic expectations, the command of both Swedish and English, and the belief that teachers are the most significant factor in helping students reach their full potential.

The school follows the Swedish national curriculum, with up to 50% of instruction delivered in English using the Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) approach. In addition to core subjects, students study modern foreign languages such as Spanish, French, or German. The school is also a registered associate of Cambridge Assessment International Education, offering students the opportunity to take extra challenges like the Cambridge IGCSE.

The school monitors performance through national tests and internal quality assessments to ensure grading integrity and academic progress. Students are prepared for future studies and global environments through a bilingual education that aims to meet high academic expectations. Graduates are encouraged to pursue ambitious goals, with many continuing their education at international universities.

The school employs dedicated student health and care teams, including school doctors, nurses, counsellors, psychologists, and special educators. These teams work alongside teachers to support student development and prevent illness. Additionally, students have access to extra help and study sessions outside of regular lessons to revisit topics or receive further support.

Admission is based entirely on the length of time a child has been in the school's queue, with no entrance exams or selection tests. Families can register their child in the queue from 1 February in the year after they are born. Sibling priority is available if the sibling is already enrolled or attending an IES school at the time of the new student's start. While applications are accepted from those living outside Sweden, places can only be offered to registered residents.

The school year typically begins in August. Specific events, such as Open House days and term dates, are managed locally by each school and communicated through their individual news and key dates pages. Parents can track school progress and updates via the SchoolSoft platform.

Campuses are designed to be safe and orderly environments, often featuring fenced-in schoolyards to ensure only students and staff are present. Facilities include dedicated recreation areas, music lounges, and sports spaces. The school environment is supervised by staff during all breaks and lunch periods to maintain safety and facilitate student socialisation.

The school offers a variety of activities during breaks and before or after school, including Fritids and Junior Club. Students participate in diverse interests such as chess, music, reading circles, and sports like football, ping pong, and jump rope. These activities are supervised by staff to ensure a safe and engaging environment.