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Strengths STEM, Languages, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Social and Hobbies, Leadership and Professional
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction
Skt. Josef's International School Roskilde is a Denmark-based international school delivering the Cambridge International Curriculum alongside the Dutch Curriculum for learners aged 5 to 16. The International Department, opened in 2012, teaches all classroom instruction in English and follows Cambridge Primary (Years 1–6), Lower Secondary (7–9) and Upper Secondary/IGCSE (Year 10–11). Students benefit from a range of subject choices, including English, Mathematics, Science, Spanish and Danish as a Second Language, with locally designed Art, Music and Religion subjects. Cambridge Upper Secondary offers English Literature and First Language, Mathematics, Science, plus Global Perspectives and Spanish, with options such as Critical Thinking and Life Skills. The school is housed at Frederiksborgvej 10, Roskilde, and features a brand-new playground and on-site SFO. Notable programs include the Science Talent initiative and a Year 10 language-immersion trip, with a Year 11 Rome trip and numerous field experiences. Strengths include STEM, Languages and Visual Arts, clearly.
International School offering the Cambridge International Curriculum.
Pupil Nationality Mix
Over forty nationalities represented. International Department has 200 students and Danish Department has 800 students, giving a local-to-international ratio of 4:1.
Country affiliation
Denmark
Religious affiliation
Catholic
School day structure
School office hours are 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. After School Program (SFO) runs 7:00 am–8:05 am and 1:00 pm–5:00 pm.
Bus service
Transport subsidies are available; Movia school cards are not provided by the school; no school bus service is described.
Fees
Annual tuition at Skt. Josef's International School Roskilde ranges from DKK 34,650 to DKK 43,175 for 2026/27.
Application / Registration fee
- A non-refundable registration (processing) fee of DKK 500 is payable at the time of registration.
Tuition fees — International Department (monthly, per year group)
- School fees are quoted per month, paid over 11 months (July is a non-payment month). - Year 1–6: DKK 3,150 per month (equivalent to DKK 34,650 per year when paid over 11 months). - Year 7–9: DKK 3,675 per month (equivalent to DKK 40,425 per year when paid over 11 months). - Year 10–11 (IGCSE): DKK 3,925 per month (equivalent to DKK 43,175 per year when paid over 11 months). - Note: the published schedule indicates the school fee was set to be increased by DKK 50 from August 2026; this is shown on the school fee schedule.
Tuition per term (calculated)
- Per-term figures below are calculated by dividing the annual total (monthly fee × 11) evenly into three academic terms; these per-term amounts are provided as an equal split for budgeting purposes and are not separately published line items on the fee schedule: - Year 1–6: approx. DKK 11,550 per term (DKK 34,650 ÷ 3). - Year 7–9: approx. DKK 13,475 per term (DKK 40,425 ÷ 3). - Year 10–11: approx. DKK 14,392 per term (DKK 43,175 ÷ 3).
SFO (After-school activities) fees
- SFO fee (per month, charged over 11 months) for the International Department: - Year 1–5: DKK 1,890 per month (equivalent to DKK 20,790 per year over 11 months). - The published schedule also notes the SFO fee was to be adjusted by DKK 50 from August 2026.
Deposits, discounts and subsidies
- Refundable deposit: a two-month refundable deposit (equal to two months of the school fee) is payable on entry to the International Department. The deposit is refunded in full once all outstanding charges are cleared and a two-month notice of withdrawal has been given. Example deposit amounts (two months of the monthly tuition): - Year 1–6: DKK 6,300 (2 × DKK 3,150). - Year 7–9: DKK 7,350 (2 × DKK 3,675). - Year 10–11: DKK 7,850 (2 × DKK 3,925). - Sibling discounts: - School fee: DKK 800 per month for the fourth child from the same family living at the same address. - SFO: DKK 375 per month discount for the second and third child in the SFO from the same family. - Means-tested grants/subsidies for school fees and SFO fees are available by application (annual application). Transport allowances for eligible pupils are applied as deductions from school fees according to the published distance criteria.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- School fees are charged monthly and collected over 11 months; July is the non-payment month. The deposit is collected when a student starts in the International Department. School fees are charged through the school's invoicing process; transport allowances (if approved) are applied as deductions from the school fees in October or from the date of approval. - Notice of withdrawal: a two-month notice of withdrawal (not including the month in which notice is given or July, which is non-payment) must be submitted; school fees continue to be charged through the end of that two-month notice period. If the child is enrolled in SFO, a separate SFO withdrawal form with one month's notice is required. The deposit is refunded within three months after all outstanding items (including return of books) and the required notice have been confirmed.
Boarding
- Boarding is not listed or offered as part of Skt. Josef's International School Roskilde fee schedule or service offering; all published fees relate to day-school tuition and SFO services.
Other costs and incidental fees
- Replacement Skolepenge (canteen/printing) card: DKK 20 for a lost card. Students receive a debit card for canteen and printing; the card is activated via the Skolepenge.dk service. - Branded school clothing is available for purchase through the school's branded-clothing supplier; uniform or branded items are a separate purchase. - Additional incidental costs such as selected study trips, field trips, special external exam fees, optional activities, travel, and insurance are typically charged separately or as specific event charges and are not included in the listed monthly tuition. Transport allowances are applied as deductions where eligible.
Refunds and withdrawal-related returns
- The refundable deposit is returned in full after the required two-month notice period has been observed and after all outstanding items (library/text books, other charges) are cleared; the refund is processed within three months of confirmation. Failing to provide the required notice or to return school resources may result in forfeiture of the deposit. School fees are charged through the end of the notice period. Separate SFO notice rules apply (one month).
Fee payment options and practical payment details
- The school issues a Skolepenge debit card for students to use for canteen purchases and printing; the card system is managed through skolepenge.dk and replacement cards cost DKK 20. - The school's published information references standard invoicing and collection practices for school fees (monthly collection over 11 months) and the application of transport deductions. Specific payment channels for tuition (for example: direct debit/Betalingsservice, bank transfer, or card payment) are handled through the school's invoicing and administrative procedures and the Skolepenge service for canteen transactions; parents register and follow the school's payment instructions as provided by the admissions/finance office.
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Academics
Skt. Josef's International School Roskilde teaches Cambridge IGCSE, Dutch Curriculum for students aged 5 to 16.
Curriculum
The Cambridge International Curriculum is used in the International Department. Primary (Years 1–6), Lower Secondary (Years 7–9) and Upper Secondary/IGCSE (Year 10–11) form the program. All classroom instruction takes place in English.
Higher Education Progression
The Cambridge International Curriculum qualifications are endorsed by the University of Cambridge and are recognised by universities worldwide, providing preparation for higher education including A Levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma.
Gifted and Talented
The school has a Science Talent program and is a member of the Science Talent network.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school integrates social and emotional learning through the PSHE programme from Year 1 to Year 11. There is a Whole School Anti-Bullying Approach, with explicit PSHE teaching of anti-bullying strategies based on The Diana Award definition. AKT teachers work with a class to guide social interactions and well-being and to implement strategies to improve the learning environment. The DESTY program grows self-esteem and resilience through one-to-one mentoring, developing an emotional vocabulary and positive relationships. The Cool Kids programme provides CBT-based techniques for anxiety through structured sessions. Headspace in Roskilde offers free counselling for young people, and Student Well-Being Surveys monitor welfare.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school teaches all classroom instruction in English in the International Department. There is a minimum of two Danish lessons per international class, required by law. Danish is taught as a subject alongside English in the international programme. The Cambridge International Curriculum is used. Students finish Year 11 with the IGCSE examinations.
Mental Wellbeing
Student happiness and well-being is supported in the curriculum through the PSHE programme from Year 1 to Year 11. A Whole School Anti-Bullying Approach is in place with explicit anti-bullying teaching in PSHE. AKT teachers guide social interactions and well-being, working with class teams to improve the learning environment. The DESTY program grows self-esteem and resilience through one-to-one mentoring and building emotional vocabulary. Cool Kids provides CBT-based techniques for anxiety; Headspace in Roskilde offers counselling, and Student Well-Being Surveys monitor welfare.
Safeguarding
Policies and Guidelines exist to run a safe and orderly school environment. The documents cover child protection and ICT Acceptable Use, and set out procedures for incidents and bereavement, among other areas. The current policy requires the premises to be smoke- and alcohol-free; rules apply to energy drinks and related guidelines. Dress Code and other guidelines are published for students and staff. Safeguarding resources are accessible via intranet or on request, and safeguarding staff include a School Psychologist, a School Nurse, and a Guidance Counselor.
Admissions
Admissions
Joining Skt. Josef's International School follows an Enrolment Procedure. 1. Register: complete the registration form; pay the registration fee of DKK 500; payment is non-refundable; upon receipt of the registration form and fee the child is automatically entered into the waiting-pool; the School will contact you if a place becomes available; if there is no available place, the child remains in the waiting-pool. 2. Meeting: when a space becomes available, you will be invited to an enrolment meeting; bring the child and recent school reports; based on the dialogue, a place may be offered if the school considers it suitable for the child. 3. Offer: a letter of confirmation with an offer of a place will be sent; you must confirm acceptance and pay the deposit and school fees. There are two separate wait lists: the International Department (the waiting-pool) and the Danish Department; registration on both lists is possible but offers cannot be transferred between departments. Contact: School Office tel. Hours: Office hours 8.00 am to 3.00 pm; telephone is closed Mondays from 9:00 to 9:30 and daily from 12:15 to 12:45 pm.
Waitlist
We run two separate wait lists at Skt. Josef's. One for the International Department, the waiting-pool, and one for the Danish Department. It is possible to put a child on both lists, but this would require two separate enrolments. An offer of a place in one department cannot be transferred to another department. Spaces are limited and availability is determined in accordance with our enrolment policy and priority criteria.
FAQs
What curriculum does Skt. Josef's International School Roskilde follow?
The Cambridge International Curriculum is used in the International Department. Primary (Years 1–6), Lower Secondary (Years 7–9) and Upper Secondary/IGCSE (Year 10–11) form the program. All classroom instruction takes place in English.
What age range does Skt. Josef's International School Roskilde serve?
The school serves students from age 5 to 16.
What are the tuition fees?
Annual fees range from RMB 34,650 to RMB 43,175. Contact the school for the full fee schedule and any additional charges.
Is the school co-educational?
The school is described as co-educational.
How many students attend Skt. Josef's International School Roskilde?
The school has approximately 1,000 students.
Where is Skt. Josef's International School Roskilde located?
Frederiksborgvej 10, 4000 Roskilde, Denmark. In Roskilde's historic centre, behind the cathedral, overlooking the fjord.
When was Skt. Josef's International School Roskilde established?
The school was established in 1904.
Who leads Skt. Josef's International School Roskilde?
The school is led by Martin Falkenberg Kofoed.
Does the school provide SEN support?
No SEN provision information is publicly available. Parents with children who need additional learning support should enquire directly with the school.
What languages are used for instruction?
English is the medium of instruction in the International Department for all subjects. Danish is taught as a second language, and Danish language instruction is included within the Cambridge program.
How do I apply to Skt. Josef's International School Roskilde?
Joining Skt. Josef's International School follows an Enrolment Procedure. 1.
What extracurricular activities are available?
Art and Craft and Music are studied as locally designed subjects in the Cambridge Primary programme. Lower Secondary includes Art and Design as part of the Cambridge curriculum.
Is there a school bus service?
Transport subsidies are available; Movia school cards are not provided by the school; no school bus service is described.
