The Counsellors at the International School of Stavanger, in collaboration with all members of the school community, advocate for and empower all students to maximise their personal, social-emotional and academic potential so that they can thrive in and contribute to the wider community and world. 

The Counselling Office is committed to providing students with both academic and socio-emotional support services. The programme is based on the belief that each student is unique, possessing intrinsic personal worth, dignity, along with certain basic rights. Individual and group socio-emotional counselling is made available to address a variety of student concerns. These may include assistance with conflict resolution and cultivating positive relationships with peers. The ISS Counsellors extend and coordinate support services to students, families and staff where appropriate.

High School

• Individual and group counselling
• Dedicated Advisory programme
• SOAR programme for Grades 10-12
• Peer mediation
• Tutoring support
• Advice and support for parents

Middle School

• Individual and group counselling
• Coordinated Advisory programme
• Classroom observations
• Peer mediation
• Advice and support for parents

Early Childhood and Primary School

• Individual and group counselling
• Character education
• Peer mediation
• Social skills support
• Advice and support for parents