That depends on the grade level. Currently our pre-k program has 12 students per class with one teacher per class. In addition we have an assistant and intern working with this grade. In the lowest grades we have 18 maximum per class, then 20, then 22. For the upper levels in the middle and high school we have a maximum of 24.

Between 12-19 currently per class. We have a few classes with 24 students.

Usually there is one teacher per class, but we have Student Support Services team and an EAL team to support students on a needs basis.

The primary school has mainly students with English as a first or second language. Most students have had prior experience at other international schools.

We have an English as an Additional Language (EAL) Department. These specialists work with students in learning academic English.

We offer Danish and French as well as after school mother tongue programs. In the IB Diploma, students can take self-taught languages that vary from Russian, German, Spanish, Arabic, etc.

Our students in the upper grade levels receive either an iPad or Macbook. We have smart boards in the classroom as well. In our library, al students can check out and return books electronically. Our students in the upper grade levels receive either an iPad or Macbook. We have smart boards in the classroom as well. In our library, al students can check out and return books electronically. Primary school students have laptops to use, and in the future we are purchasing iPads.

Yes

This is appropriate to the subject and grade level.

No

Only for some grade levels.

We test students on a case by case basis. It is important for us to know Academic English ability with students applying for our very academic and rigorous upper grade levels.

We use English and Math placement tests.

We have rolling admissions, which means families can apply to our school at any time. Applications for the current school year will be reviewed right away. We look at applications for the August, 2016 school year in March.

Yes

This is our first 11th grade class. We were just accredited by the IBO and have our first IB Diploma students studying in 11th grade. All of these students plan to attend a higher educational institution after they graduate.

Our IB Diploma students will all take the IB Diploma exams when they are in 12th grade.

We have not had students in 12th grade yet, thus they have not yet taken their examinations.

As we are multicultural, we are also multi-faith and do not favor one religion. We have a ‘reflection room’ for students and teachers of all religions; it is a quiet and calm space.

We do have a room that we offer our students who would like to pray silently. This room is available for students of all religious backgrounds.

The public transportation in Copenhagen is clean and safe. There are train and bus lines that families take to bring kids to school. Many families also bike their kids to school.

Our school has a Student Support Services department which provides additional assistance to students with mild learning, emotional and behavioural needs. This department includes trained learning support teachers and a school psychologist. The Student Support Services works collaboratively with all staff to ensure that all classrooms are inclusive.

The Student Support Services writes Individual Education Plans for students with learning needs, works collaboratively with parents to form strong school-home links, plans and implements learning programs for specific students, provides emotional support and seeks required support from community services.

All classroom teachers are responsible for differentiating work so that it challenges all students. In the older years we have after school groups where students can extend their learning.

Yes, we have a psychologist who works at our school. We also have a University and Career Counsellor who works with the MYP and DP students in their career planning, academic goals, university counselling and university applications.

8:30 am

3:30 pm for MYP and DP students. For the PYP we finish at 2:00pm.

Yes. There is a Morning Club (from 7.30 to 8.20 am) and an After School Care Program. The After School Care Program is the department for the youngest students of the school, where children from Pre-K through PYP 4 are enrolled for care and creative enrichment. The ASCP is a dedicated children’s space where they experience learning, play, support and exploration in a collaborative environment.

The school offers a wide Electives Program for our PYP and MYP Students. They can choose between various activities and sports like Football, Fencing, Photography and Science club. The DP students are very involved with community service both in Denmark and beyond.

Yes

Yes

The physical education department's curriculum is based on the IBO. There is more detailed information on the IBO website: http://www.ibo.org/programmes/middle-years-programme/curriculum/physical-and-health-education/
The Diploma Programme incorporates physical activity as well: http://www.ibo.org/programmes/diploma-programme/curriculum/creativity-action-and-service/cas-projects/

We are currently building a soccer pitch and a sports hall which will be on campus.

Yes

International School of Hellerup is a not-for-profit IB World School for students aged 3 -19. We welcome over 500 students representing more than 50 nationalities and we offer the three main International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes: Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP). Our students receive an excellent, well-rounded education from passionate and highly-qualified teachers in a caring, supportive and exciting learning environment. In addition to our broad curriculum, we offer a wide range of student activities that give our students unique opportunities to develop skills, knowledge and experience in their areas of interest. We pride ourselves in fostering reflective, purposeful learners and responsible global citizens.

Our approach to teaching and learning is student-centered, inclusive and inquiry based.