Est. MMXIII ◆ Helsinki & Brussels

Norden

International School

English-medium primary and secondary education, taught within the Finnish national curriculum. A small international community, built on care, acceptance and academic excellence.

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2013
Founded
1–9
Grade range
Two
Campuses
EN
Medium

I  ·  Our mission

A school that inspires lifelong learners.

Our mission is to provide high-quality education within an international, inquiring and supportive environment. We seek to inspire students and provide them with the necessary skills to fulfil their potential as responsible global citizens — at home in any country, comfortable in any language, ready for any subject.

Norden is intentionally small. Teachers know every child by name. Families know every teacher. We measure success not only in test scores but in the curiosity, kindness and confidence our students carry into the world.

Mission & Vision About the school
C

Caring

Staff and students are kind and respectful towards each other.

A

Acceptance

An open, inclusive community where cooperation is valued over competition.

R

Responsibility

Everyone is accountable for their actions and committed to the school community.

E

Excellence

High-quality teaching where students are supported to do their very best.

II  ·  Programmes

Education for every
stage of childhood.

From the first day of Grade 1 through to the end of Grade 9 — and beyond the school day with our afternoon club and summer courses.

I

Grades 1–6

Primary school

A nurturing foundation in Language Arts, Mathematics, Science and more — taught entirely in English with care for every child's individual pace.

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II

Grades 7–9

Secondary school

A more specialised curriculum that includes foreign languages, STEM, and the arts — preparing students for upper secondary and beyond.

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III

After school

Afternoon club

A safe, enriching after-school environment with ESL, IT, art, dancing, board games and homework support — open to all school-age children.

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IV

Summer holidays

Summer courses

Academic reinforcement, STEM workshops, sports, nature education and enrichment activities during the summer break.

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III  ·  Why Norden

What makes us
different.

A unique combination of Finnish educational rigour and true international openness — in a school small enough to know every child by name.

English-medium excellence

Full English instruction delivered within the rigorous Finnish national curriculum framework — the best of both worlds.

Over a decade of experience

Founded in 2013, Norden has guided hundreds of students through primary and secondary education in Helsinki.

Small, international classes

Low pupil-to-teacher ratios mean every child receives individual attention in a truly diverse peer community.

Holistic development

Beyond academics: arts, sport, music, technology and nature education are woven through every year group.

Two campuses

Helsinki and Brussels share the same educational ethos, making Norden a natural choice for internationally mobile families.

Child-centred ethos

A safe, friendly environment grounded in Norden's core values — Caring, Acceptance, Responsibility and Excellence.

IV  ·  Admissions

How to enrol —
four simple steps.

The application is open all year round. We will guide you through every stage, from the first enquiry to your child's first day.

  1. I

    Enquire

    Send us your enquiry through the contact form or by phone. We respond within two working days.

  2. II

    Assess

    Your child completes a friendly level assessment so we can place them in the most suitable group.

  3. III

    Confirm

    Once a place is offered, the registration fee is paid and the school contract is signed.

  4. IV

    Begin

    Welcome to Norden. Your child joins their class and our community on the agreed start date.

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V  ·  Fees

Clear, transparent fees.

We believe families deserve to understand the full cost of education before they apply. No hidden extras.

Full fees & admissions
Annual tuition
€9,850 + VAT
Books (per year)
€500
One-time registration
€750
Afternoon club (monthly)
€200 + VAT

VI  ·  Common questions

Answers for families considering Norden.

We have gathered the questions we hear most often. For anything else, our admissions team is happy to help.

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What grades does Norden International School accept?
We accept students from Grade 1 to Grade 9. Applications are open throughout the school year, subject to available places.
Is previous knowledge of English required for admission?
No prior English knowledge is required. All prospective students complete an individual level assessment so we can place them in the most suitable group.
What is the annual school fee?
The annual tuition fee is 9,850 EUR plus VAT, with an additional 500 EUR for books. A one-time registration fee of 750 EUR applies. Please contact us for full details on payment structure.
What curriculum does the school follow?
Norden follows the Finnish National Core Curriculum, delivered entirely in English. This means your child benefits from Finland's internationally respected educational standards.
Do you accept home-schooled students?
Yes. Our secondary programme includes a school-based learning environment for students enrolled in home education programmes, in accordance with Finnish legislation.

VII  ·  Our campuses

Find us in Helsinki and Brussels.

Both campuses share the same educational mission and values — with a dedicated local team at each site.

Finland

Norden International School of Helsinki

Belgium

Norden International School of Brussels

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Ready to join the Norden community?

Applications are open throughout the year. Apply online in minutes, or get in touch and we will guide you through the process.

Apply +358 40 176 1961