About Viborg International School
Active learning in a caring and positive environment
Viborg International School is an International school located in the heart of Jutland. We run as a department within a Danish private school and are a certified Cambridge International Examinations Centre of which there are 10.000 worldwide.
Our school caters mainly to international families living and working in the area and we start accepting students at 5 years old and continues to do so to IGCSE (age 5 – 16).
The International General Certificate of Secondary Education is an internationally acclaimed and recognised qualification allowing students to continue to future studies to IB and other educational offers.
Our students are encouraged to be active learners with a view to becoming global citizens whilst still connecting to the local and the national. Enquiry based learning features highly in our school as does the personal and academic development of our students.
Most of all we want our students to enjoy learning. We are a small community where everyone knows everyone and there is always a welcoming atmosphere.
Viborg International School Admissions Policy & Process
Admissions Policy
Viborg International School operates with rolling admissions and therefore we do not have an application deadline. We do however, become quite full in the course of the year, so the earlier we hear from you, the better.
Applications may be submitted at any time during the year and new students may join the school during the school year if a place is available in the appropriate grade level. The grade placement is made by the school management based on the child’s previous academic placement and report cards and if appropriate any admissions assessments.
As we are an international school, we cater first and foremost to international families. This means that international families will have priority ahead of any other families, as will siblings to our current students.
Language of communication and instruction at Viborg International School is English. If you are an international family with children who do not speak any English, we ask that you contact us to discuss further.
Application process
If you have Danish CPR No. and MitID please apply HERE
Otherwise these are the steps ahead:
- Download application form (pdf) and save it to your pc: pdf
- Complete and return the application form and supporting documentation to vpr@viborgrealskole.dk
- You receive a notification that your child is on our waiting list
- Grade and stage placement by school management team
- Student and parents will be invited for an enrollment interview either at the school or online
- The student is only formally enrolled once you have received the Confirmation of Enrolment document.
Your child is only formally on our waiting list when you have received an email to this effect and only following the steps above.
Waiting List
As we are an international school we cater first and foremost to international families. This means that international families will be placed on the waiting list ahead of any other families, as will siblings to our current students.
International families take many forms, so in the spirit of fairness we always make any decision on admissions based on whether the child has other alternatives to schooling available locally.
To be placed on the waiting list, you must first fill out in full and return an application form for each child that you wish to enroll at the school. Each family will be listed according to the date on which we receive the application form.
We always welcome phone calls and email enquiries, should you have need for further clarification.
Fees per month
We bill for 11 months of the year. July is free of charge.
School fee
C1 and C2
(After school centre fee excluded): 1875 Dkr
C3 – C7
(Includes year 9 Checkpoint exam fees and IGCSE exam fees): 3175 Dkr
School fee sibling rebates
Child number 2: 500 Dkr deducted monthly
Child number 3: 1000 Dkr deducted monthly
Child number 4: Free
After school centre (SFO)
Morning care only: 6.45 – 8.00: 650 Dkr
Afternoon care only: 12.45 – 17.00 (Friday 16.30): 1525 Dkr
Full day care: 6.45 – 8.00 and 12.45 – 17.00 (Friday 16.30): 2000 Dkr
SFO fee sibling rebates
2. child = 1/3 deduction of price
3. child = 2/3 deduction of price
By final admission to the school the fee for the first month is charged.
School trips
Every year there is a school trip for the students and there is parent fee for the trips:
C1 + C2: 800 Dkr.
C3 + C4: 1000 Dkr.
C5 + C6: 2200 Dkr.*
C7: 3200 Dkr.*
*Costs for food/beverages and pocket money are not included.
Who we are
Louise Lyngsø (LY)
Head of Viborg International School
+45 8727 5257
ly@viborgrealskole.dk
Callie Tromborg (CAT)
Deputy Head of Viborg International School.
IGCSE Mathematics and Science, C6 and C7 class teacher, Exam coordinator and Exam officer, Global Perspectives
Anne Mette Kleis-Kristoffersen (AMK)
Danish 2nd language
Anilde Chilala Kaputu Bak (ACB)
Music, Danish 2nd language
Benedikte Keogh (BK)
English, History, Danish 1st language, Literature, C2 and C5 class teacher
Daniel Riis Frimor (DRF)
Danish 2nd language
Evelyne Marie Schmidt Muntenjon (EM)
Danish 1st language
Gretta Button (GB)
KS1 Literacy and phonics, Dyslexia support, KS3 and KS4 English Language, IGCSE EFL, IGCSE ESL, IGCSE English Literature, IGCSE Spanish, C3, C6 and C7 class teacher, Exam officer
Hanne Mønsted (HM)
Danish 2nd language
Karunya Daniel (KAD)
KS2, KS3, IGCSE Mathematics and science, C4 and C5 class teacher, Exam officer
Kathleen Morales Domingo (KMD)
Personal assistant
Kristian Bech Laursen (KL)
Danish 1st language
Lili Ma (LIM)
Mathematics, Science, Global Perspectives, C3 class teacher
Matilde Kallehauge (MAK)
Danish 1st language, Danish 2nd language
Marian Bech Pedersen (MP)
Danish 1st language
Mia Thulstrup (MTH)
Danish 1st language
Morten Bidstrup (MOB)
Woodwork & Design
Nicolas Granger (NG)
C1 and C4 class teacher, English, Mathematics, Science, Home economics
Sarah Jane Pataki-Nielsen (SAP)
Geography, Global Perspectives, History
Thomas Væsel Wade (TW)
PE, Science, Woodwork & Design, C2 class teacher
IGCSE
Cambridge IGCSE
Cambridge IGCSE is the world’s most popular international qualification for 14 to 16 year olds.
It is recognised by leading universities and employers worldwide, and is an international passport to progression and success. Developed over 25 years ago, it is tried, tested and trusted by schools worldwide.
Qualification
Cambridge IGCSE assessment takes place at the end of the course and can include written, oral, coursework and practical assessment. This broadens opportunities for students to demonstrate their learning, particularly when their first language is not English.
In many subjects, there is a choice between core and extended curricula, making Cambridge IGCSE suitable for a wide range of abilities.
Grades are benchmarked using eight internationally recognised grades, A* to G, which have clear guidelines to explain the standard of achievement for each grade.
Cambridge IGCSE examination sessions take place in June and results are issued in August.
Cambridge ICE
Cambridge ICE is a group award for Cambridge IGCSE.
It allows schools to offer a broad and balanced curriculum by recognising the achievements of learners who pass examinations in at least seven Cambridge IGCSE subjects from five different subject groups, including two different languages. Co-ordinated Sciences (Double Award) counts as two subjects.
Cambridge ICE curriculum at Viborg International School
The Cambridge IGCSE subjects are grouped into five curriculum areas:
- Group I: Languages (English 1st language, English 2nd language, German)
- Group II: Humanities and Social Sciences (Geography, Global Perspectives, History, English Literature)
- Group III: Sciences ( Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Combined Science, Coordinated Science (double award)
- Group IV: Mathematics ( Cambridge international Mathematics (extended or core), Additional Maths (self-study)
- Group V: ICT (self-study), Computer Science (self-study)
Health Care
All schoolchildren are offered surveys and conversations with the school’s health nurse several times during school hours.
As parents, you must give your consent for your child to participate in surveys and conversations.
You are welcome to contact the school’s healthcare nurse if you have any questions or concerns you wish to discuss regarding your child’s health.
The healthcare nurse: Elsemarie Fløistrup Thorsen, tel. +45 8787 7703
Read more about the health care on schools on the health care homepage sundhedsplejens hjemmeside
FAQ
Where can I drop off my child in the mornings?
We have a Kiss & Ride area on Trekronervej where you can drop off your child. You enter Trekronervej via Sparregade. This is a drop-off zone only – no parking permitted.
It is also possible to drop off in Sparregade behind the school. You can then enter the school via the stairs leading to the Børnevilla.
Behind the Kreditforening there is a parking area which you can enter via Fynsgade.
How do I report my child absent due to illness?
In case of illness, please e-mail your class teacher before 8.00 AM.
Is it possible to have time off outside school holidays?
If the duration exceeds more than one day, please contact school management.
What is authorized absence?
Authorised absence indicates that parents have notified the school
What is unauthorized absence?
Unauthorised absence indicates that no permission has been sought or given.
The school has a ‘zero tolerence’ policy with regards to unauthorized absence and parents will be contacted. Repeated unauthorized absences may jeopardise your child’s future at Viborg International School.
Are there rules for the use of IT and mobile phones?
Mobile phones and IT equipment are permitted at school albeit at your own risk.
From Year 5 we expect students to have an efficient working laptop needed for lessons.
We regard IT equipment as a useful tool to aid learning, not as a distraction.
Is it possible to purchase food at school?
The food truck is open every day. During both breaks you can buy various snacks such as focaccia bread, sausage rolls etc. and drinks without pre-order.
In addition, Kylling & Co offers a school meals concept, which we are part of. The assortment consists of different kinds of sandwiches, tortillas and pasta salads. These items must be pre-ordered…
Learning and well-being
The foundation for good schooling is learning and wellbeing in equal measures.
We find that paramount to wellbeing is good and decent behavior for all in the school community. Good communication, respect and decent manners are expected of everyone – adults and children – in our school community, whether it is in school, on school trips on social media or email.
We all have a duty of care to make sure everyone is ok. It is the responsibility of parents to make sure the children turn up at school well rested, well prepared and on time.
Contact
If you have questions regarding Viborg International School or need to contact the Head of department please send an email to ly@viborgrealskole.dk.
You are also welcome to contact us by phone +45 30 29 36 86 every Tuesday and Thursday from 9.00 am – 10.00 am
