Sigtunaskolan Humanistiska Läroverket
Secular, Founded 1925
Updated July 2026
Curriculum
IB MYPAccreditations
SSHL (Sigtunaskolan Humanistiska Läroverket) is a non-profit, international boarding school in Sigtuna, Sweden, offering both Swedish national programmes and the International Baccalaureate (IB). It serves a diverse community of boarding and day students, focusing on high academic standards and holistic personal development.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
The school is guided by humanistic and holistic principles, viewing the student as a complete whole where academic subjects, sports, and creative arts are interconnected. It emphasizes "knowledge for life," fostering respect for differences, empathy, and the development of each student's unique potential in a safe, non-profit environment.
Programmes
The school offers Swedish senior high school programmes (Social Science, Natural Science, and Business Management & Economics) and the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum, including the Middle Years Programme (MYP), Diploma Programme (DP), and Career-related Programme (CP) in Business and Hospitality Management. It also provides intensive Swedish language courses for various age groups and summer courses.
Outcomes
Academic performance consistently surpasses the national average, particularly in the IB Diploma Programme. Graduates frequently progress to prestigious universities in Sweden and abroad, including business schools and institutions like the London School of Economics. The school maintains a 91% pass rate for its Swedish high school graduates.
Student support
Learning support
The school provides extra help with homework, which is mandatory for boarders and available to all students. A dedicated student health team, including a school doctor, nurse, psychologist, and study counsellors, supports student well-being. Additionally, students with special needs have access to increased study support from special teachers.
Frequently asked questions(6)
- What curriculum does Sigtunaskolan Humanistiska Läroverket offer?
- Sigtunaskolan Humanistiska Läroverket offers IB MYP, IB Diploma and IB PYP.
- How much is tuition at Sigtunaskolan Humanistiska Läroverket?
- Annual tuition at Sigtunaskolan Humanistiska Läroverket is SEK 31K–SEK 570K. Fees vary by year group — confirm the current schedule with the school.
- What ages does Sigtunaskolan Humanistiska Läroverket teach?
- Sigtunaskolan Humanistiska Läroverket enrolls students aged 6 to 12.
- Is Sigtunaskolan Humanistiska Läroverket a day or boarding school?
- Sigtunaskolan Humanistiska Läroverket is a day and boarding school.
- What accreditations does Sigtunaskolan Humanistiska Läroverket hold?
- Sigtunaskolan Humanistiska Läroverket holds accreditations including IB.
- Where is Sigtunaskolan Humanistiska Läroverket located?
- Sigtunaskolan Humanistiska Läroverket is an international school in Upplands Vaesby, Sweden.
Tuition & fees
Annual tuition by grade
2026-2027| Grade | Ages | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Swedish curriculum (Day Student) | — | SEK 0 |
| IB MYP4 (Day Student) | — | SEK 31K |
| IB MYP5 / IB DP / IB CP (Day Student) | — | SEK 39.2K |
| Swedish and expatriate Swedish students - Weekly Boarding | — | SEK 361K |
| Swedish and expatriate Swedish students - Traditional Boarding | — | SEK 389K |
| Swedish and expatriate Swedish students - Full Boarding | — | SEK 454K |
| Overseas citizen students / GAP Year - Weekly Boarding | — | SEK 474K |
| Overseas citizen students / GAP Year - Traditional Boarding | — | SEK 504K |
| Overseas citizen students / GAP Year - Full Boarding | — | SEK 570K |
| IB MYP4 (Boarding Student - Additional IB School Fee) | — | SEK 31K |
| IB MYP5 / IB DP / IB CP (Boarding Student - Additional IB School Fee) | — | SEK 39.2K |
Other fees(4)
| Application fee· Non-refundable application fee | SEK 5K |
|---|---|
| Materials· Starter kit fee for boarding students | SEK 10K |
| Materials· Extracurricular activities fee for day students | SEK 2K |
| Uniform· School uniform price varies (Day student: price varies, Boarding student: 0) | — |
Discounts
- Sibling discount: 5% - 20%
Admissions
Boarding students apply directly through the school's website, while day students for the Swedish gymnasium and IB MYP 5 apply via the regional system (gymnasieantagningen.storsthlm.se). The school hosts Open House events and offers "Try Boarding" weekends or individual visits for prospective families. Applications for boarding are accepted throughout the year.
Calendar
The school year typically begins in mid-August and ends in mid-June. It includes a fall break in late October, a winter sports break in late February, and an Easter break in the spring. The school provides a digital calendar that can be synced with personal devices to track academic and extracurricular events.
Facilities
About the campus
The campus is located in a scenic setting near Lake Mälaren and includes seven boarding houses, each accommodating 25-30 students with 24/7 house parents and pedagogical advisors. Facilities include a school library, a dining hall serving healthy meals, and access to a student health team comprising a doctor, nurse, psychologist, and study counsellors.
Co-curriculars
The school offers a comprehensive recreation programme including athletics, sports, music, art, and drama. Students can participate in various clubs, societies, and the Duke of Edinburgh Award Programme. The "House Series" encourages social interaction and competition among the boarding houses.
- Kerry BrowningBiträdande rektor, IB
Kerry Browning serves as the Deputy Head for the IB programme at SSHL.
- Rebecka GrönstedtKoordinator, IB CP
Rebecka Grönstedt serves as the coordinator for the IB Career-related Programme.
- Janette Johansenantagningskoordinator
Janette Johansen serves as the Admissions Coordinator at SSHL.