Welcome to Arendal International School

We aim to develop our students’ enthusiasm for life-long and holistic learning. Our international curriculum fosters effective communication, encourages respect for different cultures and promotes local and global citizenship.

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As an International Baccalaureate School, Arendal International School offers an international curriculum to students from all over the world. We provide a globalised education to young people which is relevant, engaging and challenging, giving students the skills to allow them to succeed in the future.

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Parent coffee morning on June 11th at 08.15.

Getting ready for the celebration tomorrow. Were hoping to see you all there!!! 🇳🇴🎵 ... See MoreSee Less

Getting ready for the celebration tomorrow. Were hoping to see you all there!!! 🇳🇴🎵

You're invited to celebrate May 17th with us at AIS! Join in the fun and festivities as we commemorate Norway's Constitution Day. 🇳🇴🎈 #AIS #May17 #NorwegianConstitutionDay #Invitation ... See MoreSee Less

Youre invited to celebrate May 17th with us at AIS! Join in the fun and festivities as we commemorate Norways Constitution Day. 🇳🇴🎈 #AIS #May17 #NorwegianConstitutionDay #Invitation

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Get your applications in for the available places! ⏳ Time is running out... ⏰💨

What an inspiring two days! Our Grade 6 students shone brightly during their PYP Exhibition, showcasing amazing individual and team accomplishments. A big thank you to Kristiansand International School and Hisøy school for visiting, engaging with our students, and sparking even more learning! It's fantastic to see these young minds driving their own inquiry. They truly took ownership of their learning, answering their own big questions through diverse research. #PYP #InternationalEducation #StudentInquiry #Collaboration ... See MoreSee Less

What an inspiring two days! Our Grade 6 students shone brightly during their PYP Exhibition, showcasing amazing individual and team accomplishments. A big thank you to Kristiansand International School and Hisøy school for visiting, engaging with our students, and sparking even more learning! Its fantastic to see these young minds driving their own inquiry. They truly took ownership of their learning, answering their own big questions through diverse research. #PYP #InternationalEducation #StudentInquiry #CollaborationImage attachmentImage attachment+4Image attachment

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AIS Activity calendar

AIS School Calendar 2025-2026

MonthInformation
May 2025International Labor Day - May 1
Ascension Day - Thursday, May 29
Friday, May 30 - No school
June 2025Pentecost Monday June 9th (School & SFO Closed)
Teacher Planning Day June 10th (School & SFO Closed)
Return to School Wednesday 11th June
Last day of school - Friday, June 20
SFO Open 7th -13th June
August 2025Staff Training Days 11th - 12th -13th August
First day of school Thursday 14th August
SeptemberAutumn Holiday 29th September - Friday 3rd October
OctoberBack to school Monday 6th October
NovemberTeachers Planning Day. School Closed 7th November
DecemberLast day of school before Christmas, Friday 19th December
January 2026First day of school Monday 5th January
FebruaryWinter Holiday 16th - 20th February
Back to school 23rd February
MarchNo days off
AprilEaster Holiday from 30th March to 7th April (7th Teacher Planning Day)
First day back for Students 8th April
May1st May, (Labour Day) 14th May (Ascension Day) 15th May, 25th May (Pentecost Monday)
JuneLast Day for Students 19th June
SFO open 22nd - 25th June

AIS School Calendar 2024-2025

MonthInformation
August First day of school -
Thursday, Aug. 15
SeptemberNo days off
OctoberFall break week 40: September 30 - October 6
Professional development and planning day for teachers: October 18
NovemberNo days off
DecemberLast day of school before Christmas Friday, December 20
JanuaryFirst day of the new year for students: Tuesday, January 7
Professional development and planning day for teachers: Monday 6th of January
FebruaryWinter break - week 8: February 17 - 23
MarchNo days off
AprilEaster holiday: from April 14 to and including April 21
MayInternational Labor Day - May 1
Ascension Day - Thursday, May 29
Friday, May 30 - No school
JunePentecost holiday including Monday, June 9
Last day of school - Friday, June 20

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