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Compare 8 Affordable international schools in Stockholm, Sweden. Filter by curriculum, fees (average SEK 3,319), location, and more to find the right international school now.
Internationella Engelska Gymnasiet Södermalm (IEGS) is an international upper secondary school in Stockholm's Södermalm district. It offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme alongside four national programmes with distinct specialisations: Aesthetics with Drama; Economics with Law; Natural Science with Natural Science; and Social Science with Social Science. All courses, except Swedish, Civics A, Law and Modern Languages, are taught in English, with International Relations included across all programmes. IEGS is an IB World School operating from a historic campus with facilities that include a library, a fully equipped sports hall, four science laboratories (two wet, two dry), an art room, a drama/dance studio, a large aula and a black box. The Arts are reinforced by theatre and creative writing; Model United Nations and the European Youth Parliament provide international engagement. A House System fosters community and friendly competition. IEGS will close in June 2026, with admissions winding down as part of the closure process.
Nordic International School Nacka is a Swedish comprehensive school with an international profile for students in grades F–9, located in Nacka. It operates on a bespoke curriculum designed to blend Swedish schooling with international perspectives, including up to half of teaching in English as students progress. Founded in 2023, the school emphasizes three pillars: World-class teaching, Order and tidiness, and Nordic Spirit. The teaching is evidence-based and draws on practices from leading schools, with a bilingual environment that uses Swedish and international teachers. In fall 2025, the school opened its doors for F-3, extending coverage to younger ages and creating a continuous F–9 provision. Facilities include classrooms, a library, a recreation room, and spaces for school meals, with a main entrance and houses as part of the campus. English usage increases with age, and the school places strong emphasis on safety, structure, and a sense of community to support well-being.
Nordic International School Essingen is a British-inspired primary school in Stockholm's Stora Essingen, opened in 2022. It serves students in grades 4–9 (ages 9–15) with an international profile and a bilingual environment. English is used in daily life, with Swedish and international teachers; as students progress, more instruction occurs in English. The curriculum blends a Swedish comprehensive framework with international elements, and teaching follows Rosenshine's principles, using printed textbooks alongside digital tools. Core aims are order, community, and safety, embedded in a structured learning environment designed to support knowledge development and social skills. The rector is Callie Carning. Facilities include a sports hall, a schoolyard, dining room, and classrooms. A House system fosters belonging, leadership, and school-wide activities. Progress is monitored closely, with Year 9 students aiming to leave as competent, confident global citizens. Language development and research-based pedagogy are key features, with a strong emphasis on community and wellbeing.
Kungsholmens Gymnasium is a municipal upper secondary school in Stockholm, serving students aged 15 to 18 under the Stockholms stad council. The school follows the Swedish Curriculum with programs designed to prepare students for higher education and vocational pathways. The campus emphasizes practical study alongside theoretical learning, with a library that is integrated into daily schooling and where textbooks can be borrowed as needed. Students can choose between Natural Science and Social Science programs, both offering a choir singing profile that integrates arts into the core curriculum. Language Introduction is available for students interested in developing language skills. The school supports a lively student life through an active student union, with sports and clubs and opportunities to participate in concerts around Stockholm. Alumni have performed publicly, reflecting a tradition of musical engagement. The combination of rigorous coursework, arts activities, and strong student leadership makes Kungsholmens Gymnasium a dynamic local choice.
Internationella Engelska Skolan (IES) is a Swedish school with an international profile that offers Cambridge IGCSE and a bespoke curriculum for students aged 10–16. The school is bilingual, with teaching in Swedish and English and around half the lessons delivered in English to prepare students for higher education and a globalized world. The campus provides full teaching and extracurricular facilities in one building, including two sports halls, a music studio, a library, and two enclosed playgrounds with football and basketball pitches. Preschool and primary education are part of the IES offering at this site, reflecting a continuous learning environment. A Junior Club provides after-school care, and tutorials and after-school clubs extend the day. The School House System is a distinctive feature within the IES network, promoting teamwork, shared values, and healthy competition. The Green Flag Committee supports sustainability projects, and a broad range of clubs supports science, arts, and social activities.
Located on Stora Essingen, Lycée Français Saint Louis Stockholm (LFSL) serves ages 1 to 18 within AEFE's French curriculum framework. The school offers a homologated French curriculum from CP to Terminale, with an on-site Swedish Förskola for younger children. Since 2022 LFSL also offers the French International Baccalaureate (BFI) in a trilingual French–Swedish–English format, alongside the standard Baccalauréat path and the possibility of a dual Baccalauréat with a Gymnasieexamen for Swedish-speaking students. All students study Swedish from first grade, and a Swedish international section connects the French and Swedish education systems, with continuous assessment and final exams including a major oral at Terminale. The campus houses a CDI library, a school canteen, and after-school care (Fritidshem) per Stockholm Municipality. Extracurricular options include a Rugby Club Lycée Français after-school sessions and seasonal tournaments. A distinctive feature is the integration of Swedish language and the BF I program within the AEFE network.
Vasa International School of Stockholm is an IB World School in Vasastan, educating 400 students aged 5 to 15. The school offers the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and the Middle Years Programme in candidate status, with two streams: International Bilingual. The PYP follows six units of inquiry each year and integrates the Swedish national curriculum Lgr22, while providing English and Swedish language support and mother tongue resources. Facilities include well-equipped classrooms, a science lab, a lunchroom, a gym hall, a music room, a visual arts room and a library with around 8,000 titles in Swedish and English. The Annex at Upplandsgatan hosts Music and Arts for PYP 4–6 and MYP, and the Eknäs Gård farm offers outdoor IB learning. Notable features include language-rich programming, student voice through a Student Council, and inquiry-based projects such as PYP Exhibition and MYP Community Project.
International School of the Stockholm Region (ISSR) is a publicly funded, English-speaking school founded by the City of Stockholm to meet demand for international education. It offers a complete IB continuum: Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), Diploma Programme (DP) and the IB Career-related Programme (CP) for students aged 5 to 18. ISSR has served as an IB World School since 1999 and is based on Södermalm campus, which joined the IB Continuum in 2016. The school educates more than 600 students from over 70 countries, reflecting its international community. Facilities include a large library with books, databases, online services, a laptop program for students from M6 to DP2. A football field is on campus, and professional coaches supervise sports such as soccer, basketball, volleyball, badminton, table tennis and cricket. Extra activities include choir, band, chess and about 30 CAS clubs, with ManageBac for guardians and students worldwide.
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