International School of the Stockholm Region (ISSR)

The International School of the Stockholm Region (ISSR) is a unique and acclaimed international school located in Stockholm's vibrant Södermalm district, fully funded and operated by the City of Stockholm with no tuition fees for resident students. ISSR is an accredited IB World School and a UNESCO-affiliated UN School, offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in a truly multicultural and multilingual environment. The school is particularly noted for its exceptional multilingual programme, preparing students to live, learn, and succeed in a multilingual and multicultural world. ISSR welcomes students aged 16 to 19 from over 50 countries, creating a rich and stimulating international learning community that reflects the diversity of Stockholm's cosmopolitan population. The school is distinguished by its innovative, inquiry-based approach to learning, outstanding and committed teaching staff, and a strong focus on student agency and global citizenship. ISSR's convenient Södermalm location, accessible by public transport from across the city, makes it easy to reach for all Stockholm families. The school's outstanding IB Diploma results, combined with its zero-fee model for Stockholm residents, make it one of the most accessible and distinctive international schools in Scandinavia.