Our Holistic Approach With Inclusion & Individual Needs
Assistant Principal of Inclusion and Individual Needs Helen Trethewey explains our approach to ensuring all students make progress and achieve their potential.
Understanding Admission Fees at the British International School of Stockholm (BISS)
Understanding admission fees at BISS can sometimes be difficult and confusing. This article simplifies the required fees for parents thinking of applying their children.
Kinetic Letters: Where Movement Meets Mastery
In Swedish schools, handwriting is making a comeback. At BISS, it never left… Assistant Principal of Learning in Primary, Damien Walsh, discusses the power of kinetic letters to master this skill.
Vive les crêpes!
As part of their French language course, our Year 8 students took on an enviable and delectable task: competing in a crêpe-making competition!
How to Apply to a Swedish University Using Högskoleprovet: A Guide for IB Students
As an International Baccalaureate (IB) student in Sweden, you will most likely understand feeling overwhelmed when applying to Swedish University using IB grades. However, supplementing IB grades with Högskoleprovet (the Swedish Scholastic Aptitude Test) is a great way to boost your application!
In this article, we will explain how you can apply to Swedish universities using Högskoleprovet, what the test entails, and how it fits into your overall application strategy.
Understanding the Components of Högskoleprovet: A Guide for IB Students
As an International Baccalaureate (IB) student in Sweden, you will most likely understand feeling overwhelmed when applying to Swedish University using IB grades. However, supplementing IB grades with Högskoleprovet (the Swedish Scholastic Aptitude Test) is a great way to boost your application!
In this article, we’ll break down the components of the Högskoleprovet, so you’ll know exactly what to expect and how to prepare.
The Beauty of Mini Whiteboards in Algebra Class
Take a peak inside Maths Teacher Paul Rodrigo's algebra class to see how he puts mini whiteboard to good use!
The IGCSE and IB curricula at BISS
Head of Secondary Rob King explains how BISS implements the IGCSE and IB curricula, two of the world’s leading international programmes.
Comparing the Grading Scales of Sweden, America, and BISS
Different countries use different grading systems. This can complicate transferring schools between countries or education systems. This article gives a comparison between the ages in the US grading system, the Swedish grading system and BISS.
What does pastoral care look like at BISS?
Our holistic philosophy emphasises both the intellectual and personal development of our students. Excellent pastoral care is integral to creating the best outcome for each of our students.
BISS Students Excel in Maths Competitions
We are thrilled to celebrate our students’ fantastic achievements in the 2024 UK Mathematics Trust (UKMT) Senior Mathematics Challenge!
An In-Depth Parent Testimonial on BISS
A message of gratitude from a BISS family for the integral role our school has played in its children’s lives…
The Sound of Success: Highlights from Our Music Programme
Our Music Teacher Safra Blair shares an enticing overview of our Ekeby campus’ music department!
BISS Goes to Portugal!
The CAS programme is an integral part of the IBDP. Check out what our Year 13 CAS students got up to on their service trip to Portugal!
The Art of Junk Modelling
Our Foundation students turned everyday junk into creative masterpieces!
Transitioning from BISS to Swedish gymnasium, Part 3
Lily's time at BISS equipped her with the knowledge and skills needed to tackle the next leg of her educational journey at a local Swedish gymnasium.
The Significance of Sleep for Teens
Our School Counsellor Sarah Jones reflects on sleep as a crucial element for our students' emotional well-being, mental health, and academic success.
Transitioning from BISS to Swedish gymnasium, Part 2
Former student Aleksander explains how the study techniques he learned at BISS gave him a head start when he transferred to VRG Odenplan gymnasium.