
International School Kalundborg
Secular
Updated July 2026
Languages
The International School of Kalundborg is an international public school providing a rigorous bilingual education for internationally mobile families and globally-minded local residents. It serves as one of Denmark’s first international public schools.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
The school aims to foster cultural fluency, academic excellence, and personal growth by combining English and Danish instruction. It is committed to providing a rigorous bilingual education that allows students to navigate both Danish and international educational systems. The approach emphasizes interdisciplinary teaching and internationally recognized learning standards.
Programmes
The school offers a bilingual curriculum delivered in English and Danish, with a focus on interdisciplinary teaching. The school is expanding its grade levels over a three-year period, starting with years 0-7 in August 2025, expanding to year 8 in 2026, and reaching year 9 in 2027. Instruction is organized into mixed-age classes, such as years 0-1, 2-3, 4-5, and 6-7.
Student support
Learning support
A dedicated school nurse, who is a specialized paediatric nurse, provides preventative health measures and health education. Services include vision and hearing screenings, height and weight measurements, motor skills assessments, and individual consultations. The nurse works in coordination with teachers, general practitioners, and educational psychological services to support student well-being.
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
The school prioritizes children of foreign nationals temporarily residing in Denmark for employment, followed by siblings of current students, children of foreign nationals with long-term residence, students with prior international school experience, and local residents. Prospective families are invited to a meeting with the school leader to determine if the international program is a suitable fit. Enrollment is subject to capacity, with priority criteria applied when demand exceeds available spaces.
Calendar
The school follows the holiday schedule established by the Kalundborg Municipality. The academic year typically includes breaks for autumn, Christmas, winter, and Easter, as well as public holidays such as Ascension Day, Pentecost, and Constitution Day. Summer breaks generally span from late June through early August.
About the campus
The school is located at Herredsåsen 5 in Kalundborg. It utilizes a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policy to support its educational technology requirements. The campus shares resources and collaborates with the neighboring Herredsåsen School for its after-school care program.
Co-curriculars
The school offers an After-School Care Program (SFO) for students in grades 0-6, operated in collaboration with Herredsåsen School. This program provides a safe environment for students after the school day, with options for morning, half-day, and full-day care. Activities are designed to allow children to play and socialize in a productive atmosphere.
- Hanne SchmidtHead of School
Hanne Schmidt serves as the Head of School at the International School of Kalundborg.