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Interskolen

Updated July 2026

400Students

Languages

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Interskolen is a private Danish school located in Viby J, near Aarhus, serving over 400 students from 0. to 9. grade. The school is characterized by its focus on high academic achievement, intensive language instruction, and a strong commitment to student well-being and community.

Teaching approach

Interskolen emphasizes a balance between high academic standards and the personal development of each student. The school promotes a culture of mutual respect, responsibility, and independence, where student well-being is considered a prerequisite for learning. It encourages active engagement from parents to create a motivating and supportive environment for the children.

Programmes

The school follows the Danish Ministry of Education's "common goals" (fællesmål) as its primary curriculum framework. Instruction is conducted in Danish, with a strong emphasis on language acquisition; English is introduced in 0. grade, German in 3. grade, and French in 5. grade, all taught by native speakers. The curriculum also includes specialized goals for subjects such as physical education, nutrition, material design, and music.

Student support

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Learning support

The school provides access to specialized support services, including a school doctor, a health visitor, and pedagogical/psychological counseling (PPR). Additionally, students have access to a school psychologist, a speech consultant, a reading consultant, and a school counselor (UU-vejleder) to support their academic and personal development.

Tuition & fees

No published fee schedule was found for this school.

Admissions

Interskolen accepts new students from 0. to 8. grade, provided there are vacancies on the relevant grade level. Interested families are encouraged to register on the school's interest list, though registration does not guarantee a place. Siblings are given priority, and if a vacancy arises, families are invited for an interview.

Calendar

The school year typically begins in mid-August, with specific start times for 0. grade and 1.-9. grade. The academic calendar includes standard breaks such as autumn, Christmas, winter, and Easter holidays, as well as public holidays like Constitution Day and the Ascension Day period. The school also hosts a mandatory "Saturday school" for 0.-2. grades in October.

About the campus

Located in Viby J, the campus provides a setting for daily instruction and activities. The school grounds include a schoolyard used for play, events, and outdoor learning, such as role-playing activities. The school also utilizes external facilities for specialized learning, such as museums, nature centers, and concert halls, to support its curriculum.

Co-curriculars

The school offers a range of activities, including a SFO (after-school program) and a club for older students, which organize events like summer camps, role-playing games, and creative workshops. Students participate in various excursions and mandatory school trips, with travel outside Denmark beginning in 6. grade to foster cultural awareness. Additionally, the school facilitates student involvement through an active student council.

  • Jørgen TrolleSkoleleder

    As the school leader, Jørgen Trolle is responsible for the daily pedagogical management of the school. He collaborates with the pedagogical leader on student welfare and attendance monitoring.

  • Thomas Højgaard UrbakViceskoleleder

    Thomas Højgaard Urbak serves as the deputy school leader.

  • Anne Kathrine SvendsenPædagogisk leder

    Anne Kathrine Svendsen is the pedagogical leader at the school. She works closely with the school leader on student welfare and attendance, and also serves as the contact point for the school psychologist, speech consultant, and reading consultant.

  • Niels Peder GejelLeder af Fritidsklubben

    Niels Peder Gejel is the leader of the school's leisure club (Fritidsklubben).