"The best part of teaching is when a student finally understands a concept they've been struggling with, and their face lights up with understanding. It's a great feeling knowing you've made a difference.” OIS Teacher
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Excellence in Education for Over 60 Years
Oslo International School provides a broad, stimulating and balanced education that is anchored in a diverse, dynamic and supportive school community. Founded in 1963, we help develop the unique potential of all of our students to become inspired global citizens.
- We Care
- We Respect
- We Collaborate
- We Innovate
By the Numbers
100%
IB Diploma pass rate over last 5 years
95%
of students earn admission to at least one of their top 3 choices of university
60
years old - the most established international school in Norway
12-18
students per class - personalised focus
600
students across 13 year groups (aged 3-18)
50+
different nationalities from across the globe
+25%
of students graduate with bilingual diploma in 2023
Our Voices
"Choosing OIS for our kids was the best decision we've ever made. The school has given us an extended family and a safe and happy space for our children to grow." OIS Parent
"OIS has given me the tools to chase my dreams and the support to make them a reality.” OIS Student
Learn with Us
OIS offers an internationally recognised curriculum in a school culture that emphasises cooperation and global awareness. Our rigorous and balanced academic programme helps every child develop their unique potential. The excellent results our students achieve in national and international exams are testament to our effective teaching.
Pre-School
Pre-School provides a nurturing environment that is interactive and stimulating. Our young learners explore and discover through hands on experiences, leading to independence, courage and curiosity.
Primary
Years 1 to Year 6 follow a quality literacy scheme, a comprehensive maths programme and an enquiry-based, integrated thematic approach to the International Primary Curriculum.
Lower Secondary
The Lower Secondary Programme aims to develop the attributes in young people to enable them to understand and manage the complexities of the world and to help them be ethical students, competent adults, and responsible global citizens.
Upper Secondary
The Upper Secondary Programme is a cohesive, balanced and challenging 3-Year course of study (Pre-IB to IB2), with final examinations that prepare students for success at university and employment.
What’s New at OIS
Our TEDx event, a student-led initiative, was a remarkable success, reflecting our commitment to innovation and global citizenship.
Dressed to the nines and out for a good time, Lower Secondary students enjoyed an evening of fun.
It's wonderful to find moments of celebration during these dark shorter days.
This week's Book Fair was a great way to promote the reading culture across school.
Forty three OIS Secondary students participated in Round 1 of our annual Abel Maths competition.
A "spooktacular" week of dressing up fun.
Proud and united in our cultural diversity. Celebrating United Nations Day.
Our seniors returned triumphant from the Nordic League Tournament.
We have a brand new mascot. Meet Melgo!
Sporting leagues across the country.