You can find answers to most frequently asked questions here
There are often a lot of questions
regarding changing school, moving
and settling in a new country.
We have tried to answer questions
we often get here, but please
contact us with any questions
you have!
Frequently asked questions
Is my child eligible for government financial aid?
If your child holds a Norwegian passport, he or she will qualify for government financial aid and a reduced tuition fee. For more information, please see our useful information page.
Where is the school and how do you get there?
The school is situated in the beautiful area of Wimbledon in South-west London. Wimbledon has plenty of green area and Wimbledon Common is near to Richmond Park which is the largest park in London.
It is easy to get to the centre of London from both Wimbledon and Raynes Park. You can take the train or the tube and easily get to London Waterloo and Clapham Junction in central London. https://tfl.gov.uk/plan-a-journey/
Does everyone live near the school?
The pupils live in different parts of London, but a lot of them live
The pupils live in different parts of London, but a lot of them live
within walking distance of the school. If you chose to live further
away from the school, there are different types of public transport
to help you get to the school.
Housing prices vary a lot in the area, but you can find different
properties using either
https://www.zoopla.co.uk or
https://www.rightmove.co.uk
How much English will my child learn?
The school offers extended English teaching following the Norwegian curriculum. The pupils follow the Norwegian teaching aims, but they have more English lessons than most Norwegian schools. In addition to this the pupils are immersed in the English language and culture through trips and activities.
The school has seen many times over that the younger pupils become bilingual very quickly. The extra English lessons paired with bilingual pupils in the class makes for a stimulating environment for young minds to pick up the language. You will often hear the pupil speaking both Norwegian and English at playtime.
The school has native English speakers that are part of the English lessons. The pupils are also offered the opportunity to take the Cambridge ESOL (English Speakers of Other Language) test. This is a recognised English language test that is used to measure English language skills. The highest level is accepted as proof of an English qualification at Universities in most English-speaking countries.
How many pupils are there in each class?
The school is “fådelt” which means that some year groups are taught together. The size of the classes varies from year to year but are usually between 15-20 pupils in each group. Year 1-2, 3-4, 5-7, 8-10 are taught in the same classroom but they all follow aims from their year group.
When is the deadline for applications?
The deadline for applications is the 15th of March. However, the school will accept applications throughout the school year assuming there are still available places.
