Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
August 2024. we are expection 170 pupils.
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| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
There are many nationalities with 33 different langauges spoken as first and additional languages. |
| Most common nationality |
70% of families are new to Denmark coming from all continents. 30% of families are Danish or have permanent residency in Denmark. |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
Under the law we operate under, the majority of students should be expats new to Denmark. Currently the balance is 30/70, therefor we are not accepting enrolments from local families for the remainder of the school year. |
| Native English and Danish speaking teachers |
We are a bilingual school. Teachers that teach the English language subjects (English, Mathematics, Science) are native English speakers. Teachers of Danish language subjects (Danish, PE; Home economics, etc) have native level proficiency. |
| Language support for students not fluent in English and Danish |
Additional extra Danish is offered to students in the older classes. In additon, free Danish courses are available for adults. |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
The third langauge is German as a an additional language. |
| Max. number of students per class |
20 |
| Average number of students per class |
14 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes, we have three fulltime pedogogues that run the before school program and assist in the classroom with student social needs. |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Younger classes have access to iPads, while in the olders classes each student is issues with a school laptop. All classroom sare equipted with smartboards. |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures) |
The school uses Teams as a learning and communication platform at times of remote learning due to covid-19. |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No. |
| How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
We are a public school, open to everyone. |
| External examinations or assessments available |
Students prepare for Danish school leaving exams and sit some Cambridge Internaitonal Curriculum exams. |
| Results in these examinations |
Our first class graduated in 2023 with results above the national average. |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Minimal homework is assigned in the younger classes outside reading and number skills. As the students get older the level of homework increases. |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% go on to further study in Denmark. Two-thirds to local 'gymnasium' and one-third to IB. |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
No. If we accept students with special needs, or later identify a student that reguires special educational support, we will coordinate with the municipality to get the assessment or support required. |
| Learning support offered |
As a public international school, we have access to all the resources that public school receive. For example, guidance counselors, psychologists, health nurse, family advisors, speech therapy etc. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
We do not have a specific talent program at this time. However, most students joining us are challenged by learning Danish/English/both, which ever is new to them. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Yes. |
| Entry evaluation for students |
No entrance exams. |
| Waiting list |
Some classes have a waiting list. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
If you are new to Denmark, we take enrolment through out the school year.
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| Students can join after academic year begins |
Students may enrol and start mid term, although we recommend starting after a school holiday period, such as winter break, or easter. |
| School start time |
8:10 am |
| School finish time |
School finishes at various times depending on the age. The youngest class finishes at 13:30 while the oldest class finishes at 14:30 or 15:10 |
| Supervised care before/after school |
We provide before school care at the school for children in the 0-3rd grades. Afternoon care is in cooperation with a local public school available until 17:00.
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| School bus service available |
We do not have a school bus, but student living within the municipality can receive a free bus/train card. |
| School provided lunches |
Students are able to order lunch. |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
All meals have a vegitarian option and most meals are halal. |
| Uniform required |
No |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
We cooperate with other public organisations such as the music school, junior club, public library and youth programs. |
| Sports activities included |
The school is a member of the Danish International Schools' Network. We hope to join in with their athletic conference as we grow. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
The school is a member of the Danish International Schools' Network. We hope to join in with their athletic conference as we grow. |
| Facilities at the school |
We cooperate with the other wo school on our campus to access science labs, kitchens, wood work rooms, etc. |
| Sports facilities at the school |
We have access to a large indoor sports facility which includes an indoor swimming pool. |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Lolland Internaitonal School is a free, public, international school offering a bilingual education in English and Danish. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
As a school community, we embrace a partnership of lifelong learning to be able to contribute as a global citizen in the community and in the future complex and changing world. We embrace 21st century skills and incorperate the sustainable development goals. |