Copenhagen International School
International School in Copenhagen
Quick answer
Copenhagen International School delivers the International Baccalaureate curriculum, with a highly diverse student body of 80 nationalities. Well-suited to families seeking a premium and internationally mobile families valuing curriculum portability families. At $151,000–$210,000/year, it sits above the Copenhagen average, reflecting its premium positioning.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB taught at Copenhagen International School.
- Tuition: $3,082–$4,286/yr published in DKK, US$ equivalent.
- Avg class size: 20 (max 22) Copenhagen international school · 960 students total.
- 80 nationalities top: USA, Denmark, UK.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 18 school day starts at 8:15-8:30 AM depending on the grade level.
- Accreditations: IBO verified.
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80 (USA, Denmark, UK)
20 avg / 22 max
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IBO
About Copenhagen International School
CIS is a school dedicated to nurturing students who are bold, brave and ready to take on the challenges of the future.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states meaningful learning-support provision — still confirm it fits your child's specific need.
Why this matters
Special-needs provision at international schools varies widely and is rarely guaranteed by the school itself — and local legal duties differ by country. Confirm what this school provides, in writing, before you commit.
- Learning support: moderate
- In-house specialist staff listed
- Educational psychologist available
- EAL/ESL support listed
Questions to ask the school
- Can you support a child with my child's specific need (e.g. dyslexia, ADHD, autism), and have you done so this year? Ask for concrete examples.
- Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $3,082 – $4,286 |
| Annual tuition (DKK) | kr151000-kr210000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $4,524(+23%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $6,024 |
| Cost position in Copenhagen | 14th percentile(budget-friendly) |
IB
IB Diploma exams
Well above world average - see web site for details.
Spanish, German, French and Danish. We also have a Mother Tongue program after school.
We provide a continuum of services to meet the needs of all students including push in and pull out support, as well as, classroom and testing accommodations. We also offer a modified program in grades KG – 9 for students with such learning support needs. Speech and Language and Occupational Therapy services may be made available through external consultants for additional fees.
Yes
Yes, we have an extensive EAL programme tailored to the needs of the individual student.
8:15-8:30 AM depending on the grade level – 3:00-3:30 PM depending on the grade level
Yes (paid for by parents)
To some extent.
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Copenhagen
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Very diverse
Common: USA, Denmark, UK
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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