Some frequently asked questions

At BISS, the learning experience is designed to nurture students from foundation years through to pre-university education. The school employs internationally recognized curricula, including the International Primary Curriculum (IPC), Cambridge IGCSE Curriculum, and the prestigious IB Diploma Programme. This robust academic framework ensures students receive a well-rounded education, fostering intellectual, physical, and emotional growth.
BISS places a strong emphasis on student life, offering a plethora of extracurricular activities that enrich the educational experience. With over 60 clubs and activities available each term, students have ample opportunities to explore their interests and develop new skills. Leadership programs, outdoor learning, and residential trips further enhance personal development, ensuring students thrive both academically and socially.
At BISS, protecting student identities is a key priority, starting with secure registration processes. Families are given the option to control whether their children's photos are shared, ensuring that personal preferences are respected. The school’s stringent data protection policies and practices further safeguard student information, maintaining privacy and security at all times.
BISS offers three levels of Swedish learning - New Language, Additional Language, and First Language - based on students' fluency and home language. Standardized national tests take place in Year 11, equivalent to årskurs 9, for First Language students and some Additional Language students.

Are you worried you can’t afford tuition fees?

The British International School of Stockholm offers scholarships for entry into the school between Year 1 and Year 12. We aim to offer our world class education to additional students, expanding the horizons of our community to international education and higher education opportunities, and diversifying our student body.

For more information on requirements and applications, please visit the following page…

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Submit your email to receive a copy of BISS’s IB booklet

Secondary English Department - An insight into the curriculum.

Explore the English Department at the British International School of Stockholm (BISS), where a combination of the IGCSE and IB curricula enriches students’ literary and critical thinking skills