Compare International Schools in Copenhagen, Denmark

Skt. Josef's International School Roskilde is a Denmark-based international school delivering the Cambridge International Curriculum alongside the Dutch Curriculum for learners aged 5 to 16. The International Department, opened in 2012, teaches all classroom instruction in English and follows Cambridge Primary (Years 1–6), Lower Secondary (7–9) and Upper Secondary/IGCSE (Year 10–11). Students benefit from a range of subject choices, including English, Mathematics, Science, Spanish and Danish as a Second Language, with locally designed Art, Music and Religion subjects. Cambridge Upper Secondary offers English Literature and First Language, Mathematics, Science, plus Global Perspectives and Spanish, with options such as Critical Thinking and Life Skills. The school is housed at Frederiksborgvej 10, Roskilde, and features a brand-new playground and on-site SFO. Notable programs include the Science Talent initiative and a Year 10 language-immersion trip, with a Year 11 Rome trip and numerous field experiences. Strengths include STEM, Languages and Visual Arts, clearly.

Nørre Gymnasium provides an international and Danish educational path, integrating the International Baccalaureate continuum with the Danish Curriculum. The school offers the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), and the IB Diploma Programme (DP) alongside national Danish education. This combination supports a transition from early education through adolescence into university readiness. The DP, for students typically aged 16 to 18, is complemented by Danish curriculum requirements to ensure eligibility for Danish higher education and university options. Classrooms emphasize inquiry-based learning, critical thinking, and intercultural understanding within the IB framework, while Danish subjects ensure language proficiency and national contexts are addressed. The school prepares students for mobility, with recognition of IB qualifications by universities worldwide, and a locally grounded education that aligns with Danish standards. Students benefit from a stable school community, guidance on higher education pathways, and a program that blends international and national curricula globally.

North Zealand International School (NIS) is a co-educational day school located in Hørsholm, north of Copenhagen, serving students from age 3 to 18. As the international wing of NGG, Denmark’s largest private school, it offers an environment where global students interact with the local Danish community. The curriculum begins with the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) and the International Primary Curriculum (IPC), followed by Cambridge Lower Secondary and IGCSE programs, and culminates in the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. NIS is notably the only IPC-accredited school in Denmark. A distinctive feature is its "Cirkelhuset" building and the integrated "SportsCollege," which allows students to combine education with professional sports coaching. The school also hosts a unique after-school community called "Svanereden," where international and Danish learners build friendships through shared play and creative projects. Sustainability is central to the program, with the UN Sustainable Development Goals integrated into student-led initiatives and project-based learning.

International Montessori School Copenhagen (IMS) is an international Montessori school in Skovlunde, Copenhagen, serving ages 3 to 15. The curriculum is Montessori-based, with Preschool (2½–5), Lower and Upper Elementary (5½–12+), and Middle School (12½–15). English is the main language of instruction; Danish is taught as a second language in small, level-based groups. The Preschool program opened in February 2023, and the school later expanded to offer elementary and middle-school programs; in 2023 the Danish Ministry of Education approved IMS's Montessori approach. The campus is in the same building as an independent preschool at Dyregårdsvej 5. The school emphasizes a democratic, value-centered environment and hands-on learning across nine areas in preschool, plus comprehensive subjects in elementary. Danish Fælles Mål align with Montessori pedagogy, and progress is recorded weekly for families via Montessori Compass. An Adolescent Program (Montessori-IB mix) is planned for 2027 if enrollment supports it.

The International School of Hellerup is an international day school in Denmark offering the full IB continuum for students aged 3–19: PYP, MYP, and DP, with a Danish high school pathway (STX) also available. The primary language of instruction is English; Danish is taught as a specialist subject and through the Danish Extracurricular program. The school operates two campuses: the Primary and Middle School Campus in Hellerup (Pre-K–MYP4) at Rygårds Allé 131, and the High School Campus in Copenhagen (MYP5–DP2, STX) at Præstøgade 17. Facilities include the Hellerup Campus Library and the Matematikcenter, which offers free math tutoring and a tutoring cafe on Wednesdays. Restudy provides learning videos for students and teachers. A broad after‑school program includes Model United Nations, Creative Writing, chess, and sports, with After School Care for ages 3–10. Language development is supported by the Home Language Programme and Danish language offerings.

Institut Sankt Joseph Copenhagen is a private Catholic school in Copenhagen offering a bespoke bilingual curriculum for ages 6 to 16. The school combines Danish and Cambridge International education within a single framework. In Primary, Cambridge is taught alongside Danish curriculum; about half of lessons are in Danish (dansk fællesmål) and half in English (Cambridge goals), while Secondary follows both Danish and Cambridge models. The academic structure includes Lower Primary (Kindergarten–Year 3), Upper Primary (Year 4–6) and Secondary (Year 7–10), totaling 29 classes. A core feature is the International Bilingual Department opened in 2014, designed to prepare students to thrive in Denmark and abroad. Facilities include a sports center, a gymnasium and a playground, with easy access to Østre anlæg, Kastellet and Fælledparken. The school offers robust after-school care (SFO Liljen), a dedicated music program through the ISJ Music School, field trips and service opportunities for students' academic growth worldwide.

Byens Steinerskole, known in English as Waldorf International School Copenhagen, is an independent Waldorf (Steiner) school with an English-language international department for ages 1–14. The Danish Waldorf program is aligned with the Danish Ministry of Children and Education and follows the head, heart, and hands approach, integrating physical education, handicrafts, the arts, mathematics, and literacy. The international department delivers instruction in English to foster a global community. The school is an IB Primary Years Programme Candidate School, with plans for full authorization in 2027 and MYP candidacy for 2026/27. Founded as a parent-led initiative, it opened in 2019 and now serves around 276 students, including a 31-student kindergarten, with expansion plans and a move to a purpose-built building by 2030. Learning emphasises a rhythm of festivals and daily activities that connect study to nature, community, and life, supported by long-term teacher-student relationships and ongoing evaluation. A music programme with a class orchestra and an After-School Program enriches life; UNICEF Rights Respecting School work promotes safety and inclusion.

Copenhagen International School (CIS) is a private, day international school in Copenhagen that serves ages 3 to 18. It delivers all three IB programmes—PYP, MYP and DP—alongside an American high school diploma, with English as the language of instruction and Danish taught within the curriculum. English as an Additional Language support helps learners access the programmes, and Danish language studies prepare students for national tests and continued Danish study in the Diploma Programme. The school is an IB World School accredited by NEASC for the full IB continuum and the U.S. diploma. The Nordhavn campus spans about 25,000 square metres, housing four towers and capacity for around 1,200 students. Facilities include a theatre, two rooftop greenhouses, multiple music rooms, three gyms and dedicated spaces for design, ceramics and visual arts. CIS also provides extensive after‑school activities, a Mother Tongue Program and Service Learning tied to global goals for students worldwide.

Viking International School is an independent, self-governing institution for learners aged five to fourteen. The curriculum blends the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) with the Danish National Curriculum (Fælles Mål) and British National Curriculum, using cross-curricular topics to link subjects and foster international-mindedness. English is the primary language of instruction; Danish is taught daily, with music, art and PE delivered in Danish where possible. STEM features across the programme, including Maker Space challenges, biology and chemistry labs, and coding for every year group, with extracurricular STEM clubs extending learning. In IC9–IC11, students choose between International Track and Danish Track, with the International Track preparing students for international education opportunities. The School Charter, approved in 2020, guides vision, mission, values, and governance. Facilities include Maker Space, science labs, and Kildedal collaboration; AI tools via Microsoft Copilot from IC5 onward; Forest School KS1; mentoring and wellbeing provisions, including therapy dogs and a dog.

Birkerød Gymnasium, located just north of Copenhagen, is a public institution providing the two-year International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme alongside traditional Danish secondary tracks. The school is situated on a campus surrounded by woodland, creating a focused environment for its 1,200 students. It features an on-site boarding house that accommodates 100 residents from over 60 different cultures, fostering an international community within a Danish context. The school is particularly recognized for its science profile, having been named "School of Science of the Year" in 2019. Students benefit from partnerships with Danish universities and corporations for experimental research. A major annual highlight is BIGMUN, one of Scandinavia’s largest Model United Nations conferences, which brings together hundreds of students globally to debate international politics. For athletes, the school serves as a Team Denmark Education Partner, offering specialized support for elite sports students to manage their training and academics simultaneously.

The Lycée Français Prins Henrik is an international private school in Copenhagen operating under Danish law and affiliated with the AEFE network. The campus at Rolighedsvej 39 brings together maternelle, élémentaire, collège and lycée on a single site, with modern facilities and a bike-friendly approach close to Forum Metro. The school offers a bilingual French-Danish curriculum, with French Brevet and Baccalauréat, the Danish Brevet, and the Franco-Danish Baccalaureate (DFB) as part of its diploma mix. Language learning is: Danish is mandatory up to 2nde, FLE/FLSco supports non-French speakers, and English begins in maternelle. The school serves around 800 students from 46 nationalities, many of whom participate in cantine meals prepared by a chef, with about 56% organic ingredients. A CDI and BCD facilities enrich reading and research, and the school hosts clubs like MATh.en.JEANS and FerMUN, plus a Well-Being program and after‑school options. HRH Princess Marie is patron of lycée.

Rygaards International School is a co-educational school in Denmark offering an English-language curriculum for students aged 4 to 16. In the Primary School, pupils follow the English National Curriculum with a Cambridge framework for English, Maths and Science, alongside Danish language outcomes and Danish as a Second Language. In the Secondary School, students study a broad subject-by-subject programme, moving to IGCSE/GCSE courses such as English Language and Literature, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, History, German and Spanish, with additional options including Global Perspective and GCSE Astronomy. Danish language strands run throughout the curriculum. The school traces its roots to 1909 and now welcomes over 1,000 students from around 80 nationalities, offering a Learning Resource Center, two science laboratories, two art rooms, two music rooms, and dual gymnasiums on a campus. Extracurriculars include Scenekunst, Robotics and Debate clubs, Duke of Edinburgh programme, and well-being framework recognized with the WAS award in 2024.

St. Petri Schule is a Deutsch‑Dänische Schule in Copenhagen for ages 3–18, offering a German Curriculum with a Danish–German programme. The school comprises a kindergarten (0), a nine‑year primary, and a Gymnasium (10–12). Language is central through a Sprogkoncept, with Danish and German treated as equal languages taught by native speakers; DaF and DSU support Danish as a second language and German as a foreign language. In the 0th class, two teachers (Danish‑speaking and German‑speaking) work together to reach A1+ after two years. Indskoling (0–5) mirrors German Grundschule; Udskoling (6–9) raises academic and language demands and culminates in FP9 and the German SEK I. The Gymnasium offers a double diploma (DIA and STX), recognised by the Danish Ministry as equivalent to Abitur, enabling university access in Denmark, Germany and beyond. With a 450‑year history, it is the oldest German international school, connected to the Danish royal family and Sankt Petri Church. Its four pillars—Curiosity, Well‑being, Cultural Encounter, Tradition—shape a broad education with Umweltrat, Musikschule and Jugend musiziert, plus SFO and Klubben.