Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
800 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
65 |
| Most common nationality |
Swedish, North American, British, EU, South and East Asian |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
20% local : 80% international |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Our teachers and staff are fluent in English |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
English as an Additional Language |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Swedish, French, and Spanish, Home language program is provided (requires 5 or more students) |
| Max. number of students per class |
22 |
| Average number of students per class |
12- 16 in Early Years; 20-22 grades 1-12 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Primary: iPads
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| 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) |
Yes. Our school toggles the Middle and Upper schools between virtual and campus-based learning models. |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No |
| External examinations or assessments available |
All graduates from SIS earn an International Baccalaureate Diploma |
| Results in these examinations |
IB Exam scores
2022 data |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
Grade level-dependent: ca 30-90 minutes |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
SIS graduates enroll in universities and colleges around the world. The SIS counsellor works closely with students in assisting them with their course selection. For more information on SIS graduates, please visit our website. |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
We can provide support to students with mild to moderate learning disabilities. |
| Learning support offered |
Services are available for identified students primarily in the areas of Mathematics and Language. Intervention can vary based on each student's individual need and the level of support required. Intervention ranges from monitoring services in class to pull out assistance in one-on-one or small group settings. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
The IB PYP/MYP/DP programs are rigorous academic programs; therefore, we do not offer a "gifted program" or similar; students receive the differentiation available to them from the class teacher. From grade 9, we offer an "Extended Math"/Advance Math course option. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
We have 3 counsellors across our 3 school sections. |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Students who wish to enter grade 9 - grade 12 will be tested for English proficiency and must obtain a pass mark to enter these grade levels. |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Students identified as requiring Learning Support may be tested/assessed to determine if SIS can support their needs. |
| Waiting list |
Due to an international school's nature, we tend to have a waitlist and, therefore, encourage you to apply early. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
No deadline |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes. It is possible for a child to start at SIS as soon as the admissions process is completed and a place has been offered. We have families enter the school throughout the school year; the majority start with us in August. |
| School start time |
8:30 |
| School finish time |
15:30 |
| Supervised care before/after school |
After School Care and After School Activities finish between 16:30 and 17:00. |
| School bus service available |
No |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Free lunches and fruits are provided where we accommodate our student's dietary restrictions and requirements. e.g., gluten-free, no pork, milk-free, etc. |
| Uniform required |
No |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Among other things, Choir, chess, play digital, code club, cooking, crafts, arts, 3D printing, cozy club, public speaking, soccer, parkour, basketball, yoga, gymnastics, swimming |
| Sports activities included |
Physical and Health Education; various sports teams are also available. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
The Sports Association (SA) offers Badminton, Basketball, Cheerleading, Chess, Cricket, Cross Country Running, Floor Hockey, Football, Swimming, Table, Tennis, Tennis and Volleyball to Grades 6* and above – all levels of experience are welcome. Students can sign up for several sports. *Pending availability and with parental permission, 11 years old children from Grade 5 can participate. |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Fully equipped gym onsite |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Stockholm International School is the longest established and most prestigious international school in Stockholm. For over 60 years it has been developing educational excellence, social responsibility and personal integrity in decisively international students. SIS is a K-12 day school with English as the language of instruction. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
The SIS vision is to be one of the leading international schools, operating according to the best educational standards and principles, providing Pre-School to Grade 12 students an academically, socially and personally stimulating and safe environment that will allow them to develop their individual potentials and prepare them for the challenges and responsibilities of global citizenship. |