International School of Stavanger

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Welcome to the International School of Stavanger

We are a fully accredited international school with students from 3 to 18 years of age 

in beautiful Stavanger, Norway.

Our Mission

ISS provides an internationally accredited, engaging and challenging English-language education in a supportive, multi-cultural environment where students have the opportunity to fulfil their potential.

Our Vision

Inspire a community of responsible, globally engaged, empowered learners.

Learning

We believe everyone is capable of learning and achieving. Developing a passion for and love of learning is key to students becoming lifelong learners.

Well-being

ISS provides an internationally accredited, engaging and challenging English-language education in a supportive, multi-cultural environment where students have the opportunity to fulfil their potential.

Community

We celebrate the spirit of belonging and a sense of community at the school, local and global levels.

SCANDMUN 2025: A Powerful Weekend of Student-Led Global Diplomacy READ MORE
Last weekend, our school, ISS, underwent a remarkable metamorphosis, becoming a vibrant epicenter of international diplomacy as we proudly hosted the Scandinavian Model United Nations (SCANDMUN) 2025! For a few electrifying days, the familiar halls transformed into a dynamic forum Grade 9 Conquers Kvitlen: A Learning Adventure! ️ READ MORE
Our intrepid Grade 9 adventurers went on a challenging and rewarding 3-day expedition to Kvitlen! Over two nights and three days, they traversed breathtaking trails, pushing their limits and developing valuable life skills along the way.



This wasn't just a hike; Our School is Dancing BlimE! READ MORE
Our school is dancing to the beat of BlimE! We’re proud to have participated in NRK’s annual friendship campaign. Our entire community – students, staff and parents – came together to learn and perform the BlimE! dance. It was a Celebrating Peace Day READ MORE
Today, our students dressed in white to symbolize peace and unity. We participated in various activities promoting peace and understanding. Our Grade 8 students and Kindergarteners worked together to create a giant peace sign on our playground. It was a Beach Cleanup Day at Solastranden! READ MORE
The annual STUCO Beach Cleanup at Solastranden was once again a resounding success. The event brought together students, parents and community members to contribute to a cleaner and healthier environment. The STUCO Beach Cleanup also provided a valuable learning Big Sisters & Big Brothers Shine! READ MORE
We're thrilled to celebrate the success of our amazing "Big Brother Big Sister" programme! This initiative pairs our Middle School students with our youngest learners in Early Years and Kindergarten.



Every week, these fantastic Middle School role models have been visiting Grade 12 Trip to Sirdal READ MORE
20 amazing Grade 12 students just had an unforgettable two-day ski trip to Ådneram in Sirdal. The weather surprised us all with sunshine, making it the perfect backdrop for learning new skills and exploring the beautiful scenery.



Day 1 focused on IB Art and DT Exhibition READ MORE
Last week, the ISS art department showcased the exceptional work of four talented IB students who have poured their hearts and souls into their artwork over the past two years. Each piece was a testament to their creativity, passion, and Yale MUN in Brussels READ MORE
Yale MUN Europe took place 15-18 March in Brussels. There were 27 delegations represented and 238 students participating. The participants came from all over the world, as the brand of Yale attracts interest, and included USA private schools, International schools, High School Career Day READ MORE
Last week, our high school was buzzing with excitement as alumni and members of our ISS community came together for our annual Career Day. With the theme "Through the Looking Glass," our aim was to give our students a glimpse Stavanger University Fair at ISS READ MORE
This week, ISS hosted an amazing University Fair for high school students across Stavanger. Around 60 universities from around the world came to showcase their programmes and answer all the students' burning questions about student life! Whether they were interested Middle School Play - 'Finding Nemo' READ MORE
A giant round of applause for our incredible Middle School students who brought the beloved story of 'Finding Nemo' to life last week! Three amazing shows (Thursday, Friday, and Saturday) were the culmination of months of hard work and dedication Halloween Celebrations READ MORE
What a fantastic Halloween week it has been at ISS! Last weekend, our amazing Parent Association went all out and organized a trunk or treat event in our school's parking lot. The turnout was incredible with lots of kids and, ISS Viking Cup Tournament READ MORE
Last Friday and Saturday, ISS hosted the Stavanger Viking Cup. It was two days filled with fierce competition, sportsmanship and camaraderie, showcasing the incredible talent of our Middle School athletes.



In the football tournament, our Middle School boys faced off against French Trip to Kapittel International Festival READ MORE
Last Thursday, a group of 13 enthusiastic High School students, along with their French teacher Ms. Laouadi, went to the Kapittel International Festival of Literature and Freedom of Speech in Stavanger. The festival's overarching theme for the year was "Hope Celebrating Peace Day READ MORE
It was truly heartwarming to witness our Middle School students together with our youngest learners from Early Years and Kindergarten participating in activities related to Peace Day. All our students dressed in white, creating a beautiful symbol of unity and Grade 4 Exhibition about Stavanger and the Oil at Petroleum Museum READ MORE
Our Grade 4 students officially opened their ISS exhibition at the Petroleum Museum in Stavanger. Students created different projects on the big idea that the pursuit of natural resources has played a key role in changing the land, people, and ISS Vikings Swimming Team Brought 14 Medals READ MORE
ISS Vikings brought home 5 Gold, 7 Silver and 2 bronze medals from the NECIS Swimming Tournament in Luxembourg. Elias, who is a senior this year, broke 2 NECIS records and there were many personal best results as well. Congratulations!
 Middle School Play READ MORE
Congratulations to all the amazing MS students and staff involved in the production of 'Dr Dolittle'! The ISS Lovelace Theatre was filled with joy and laugh thanks to the fantastic performances, stunning choreography and beautiful set design and costumes.
 Grade 4 Charity Bake Sale READ MORE
Grade 4 and PS Student Council organised a bake sale to raise the money for people in Turkey and Syria who experienced a major earthquake. As a result donated 3367 NO to DEC - Disasters Emergency Committee.
Primary School Play READ MORE
Congratulations to all students and staff who were involved in the production of the Primary School play 'Robin and the Sherwood Hoodies'! It was a fantastic show with great acting, a beautiful choreography and funny jokes!
 Grade 12 DT students visit Remora Robotics READ MORE
Grade 12 Design and Technology students visited Remora Robotics in Tasta, a company that designs and manufactures robotics to clean salmon farms. Two ISS Alumni currently working there showcased the impact of design technology in the real world.
 Pink Day READ MORE
Today is PINK DAY, or breast cancer awareness day! Students and staff are wearing pink clothes to support all the women and men who are diagnosed with breast cancer each year.
 SCANDMUN 2022 READ MORE
On the 26th and 27th of March over 150 students from 11 schools around Norway gathered at ISS for the 6th annual Scandinavian Model United Nations (SCANDMUN) conference. The theme of the conference was Ensuring Global Security for a Better Stavanger Mayor Visits ISS READ MORE
Our community warmly welcomed the Mayor of Stavanger, Kari Nessa Nordtun, to our campus yesterday. She enjoyed the tour around the school and was impressed by the ISS facilities and our students' work. For over half a century, ISS has Alumni Spotlight: Isabelle Duncan READ MORE
Isabelle Duncan, who attended ISS between 2008 and 2010, saw the power of collaboration and developed a big interest in humanitarian aid in our Middle School. While she was working as a Midwife in the UK, Isabelle heard about Northern
SCANDMUN 2025: A Powerful Weekend of Student-Led Global Diplomacy
Grade 9 Conquers Kvitlen: A Learning Adventure! ️
Our School is Dancing BlimE!
Celebrating Peace Day
Beach Cleanup Day at Solastranden!
Big Sisters & Big Brothers Shine!
Grade 12 Trip to Sirdal
IB Art and DT Exhibition
Yale MUN in Brussels
High School Career Day
Stavanger University Fair at ISS
Middle School Play – ‘Finding Nemo’
Halloween Celebrations
ISS Viking Cup Tournament
French Trip to Kapittel International Festival
Celebrating Peace Day
Grade 4 Exhibition about Stavanger and the Oil at Petroleum Museum
ISS Vikings Swimming Team Brought 14 Medals
Middle School Play
Grade 4 Charity Bake Sale
Primary School Play
Grade 12 DT students visit Remora Robotics
Pink Day
SCANDMUN 2022
Stavanger Mayor Visits ISS
Alumni Spotlight: Isabelle Duncan

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Situated on a 6-hectare campus in southwest Norway, ISS is well-equipped with the right facilities so student learning is purposeful and innovative.
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