Yes, typically

Yes, we have an extensive English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme

Danish, French and Spanish. We offer a mother tongue programme after school.

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Yes, we always have one teacher and a teaching assistant in our Pre-K classes (for students aged 3-4). For the remaining classes, there is usually one teacher per class.

Access to iPads or Chromebooks in each classroom from Kindergarten - PYP 4 (K-4). ISH has a bring your own device policy for students in PYP 4 - DP 2 (Grades 4 to 12).

Yes, we use GSuite, Google Classroom, Seesaw and ManageBac to deliver remote learning during times of crisis.

As we are multicultural, we are also multi-faith and do not favour one religion.

We have a 'reflection room' that we offer to students and teachers of all religious backgrounds who would like to pray silently. It is a quiet and calm space.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme Exams (Grades 11 & 12).

Our students perform well above the world averages in IB Diploma passes, average points gained and % of students obtaining 40+ points. Please see our website for details.

Yes

That varies depending on the grade level. In primary school, students in PYP 1- PYP3 (grades 1-3) are not expected to spend more than 20-30 minutes on average per day (including reading). Students in PYP4-PYP5 (grades 4-5) are expected to spend around 30-45 minutes on homework each day. In middle school, the homework amounts to 1-2 hours per day depending on the grade level. In high school, students in MYP 5 (grade 10) have around 1 hour of homework every day and are expected to spend 1-2 hours per week on their Personal Project. Students in the IB Diploma Programme (grades 11&12) are expected to complete 2-3 hours of homework per day.

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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 our teachers to ensure that all classrooms are inclusive.

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

All classroom teachers are responsible for differentiating the teaching and learning so that it challenges each student. For older students, we have after-school groups where students can extend their learning.

Yes

Yes, for students applying for PYP 4 (grade 4) and up.

We use English and Math placement tests.

If an applicant is accepted but no space is available in the appropriate class, the applicant will be placed in a waiting pool. When a place becomes available, it will be offered to an appropriate student in the waiting pool.

Acceptances are done on a rolling basis (families can apply to our school at any time). We start reviewing applications for the upcoming school year in January. Prospective families are encouraged to begin the application process as soon as possible to mitigate any eventual space issues.

Yes

8:30 AM

2:30 - 3:30 PM depending on the grade level.

Yes, we offer a Morning Club and an After School Care Programme for students in Pre-K - PYP4 (Nursery - Grade 4) and we offer a wide array of after-school clubs and activities.

No. The public transportation in Copenhagen is clean and safe. Both our campuses are easily accessible by bike, bus and train.

Yes

Yes, we have a daily vegetarian option and our food is halal.

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We offer an extensive electives programme for our PYP and MYP students with clubs and activities ranging from sports to music, drama and dance, robotics, student government and much more. Our enriching service-learning programme allows students to make a difference locally and internationally.

Please see our website

Yes

We use external faciltiies for PE

International School of Hellerup is an English-speaking not-for profit International Baccalaureate (IB) Continuum School for students aged 3 -19. We welcome over 600 students representing more than 70 nationalities and we offer the three main International Baccalaureate programmes: Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP) and the benefits of a learning continuum that is philosophically aligned and consistent in its approach to teaching and learning from early years through high school. Being a medium-sized school allows us to offer a wide range of academic and extracurricular opportunities to our students while remaining a community where everyone knows each other. Our small classes enable our teachers to know each student and their skills, strengths and learning styles well. Students are provided with many opportunities to enjoy a rich school life beyond the classroom. Our warm and caring international community and active Parent Teacher Association (PTA) ensure that families from all background feel welcome.

Our students receive an excellent, well-rounded education from passionate teachers in a caring and supportive learning environment. Drawing upon the curriculum offered through the three IB programmes, ISH prepares students to become inquiring, knowledgeable and caring life-long learners. Our teaching approach is student-centred and teachers use inquiry-based and transdisciplinary learning to encourage critical thinking and intellectual curiosity.