FAQ

Here we have compiled a list of answers to some of the most common questions we get. If you need any more information or have another question, please don't hesitate to contact us.

  • Is it possible for a student to just try to see if he likes being in the school?

    • A: 

      We don’t believe that just trying out a new school is a good idea. When a decision is made, with it comes the perseverance and motivation to make it work. Experience tells us that all students are able to succeed in our schools and that the desire to do just that is often the most significant factor.

      We provide initial information about our school and our expectations, at information meetings and on the Introductory Day. The Introductory Day ensures that students have a chance to participate in lessons, meet with teachers and administrators and see how we work. Positive feedback is continuous. All our efforts are geared to help students and parents make a conscious choice.

      Just “testing” the concept of our school means uncertainty regarding learning, making friends and becoming involved. Ultimately, selecting a school is a matter of choice and exercising that choice is a right and a responsibility. Parents and students have the option, at any given time, to move to another school.
  • What is my child's queue status?

    • A: 

      Your child's queue position is held by the date you entered them into our queue. The only thing that can affect this position is sibling priority. We adhere to a policy that does not permit us to release queue positions
  • What is the official policy on moving from one IES school to another, if one of the schools is closer to home?

    • A: 

      We are unfortunately not allowed to give advanced placement of any kind even among our own schools. If you would like to change school, we request that you register for that specific school.
  • How do I change my information?

    • A: 

      On our website, www.engelska.se, klick Apply in the menu. Your child's personal number is your username. If you have forgotten your password, click the link below the form to get a new one.
  • My husband / wife works at a certain company. Can the company pay the school in order to avoid waiting in line?

    • A: 

      No, we are a state regulated school without fees. We recommend that as soon as you have decided to attend one of our schools, to apply as quickly as possible. If you have been abroad for a number of years and are returning home, it’s important that you contact us and let us know of your situation. Early applications result in favourable placements. In exceptional cases, it is possible to grant admission at a later stage. If, during the first weeks of school, we find that there is an unexpected vacancy, and school is already in progress, we may take in an occasional student who is prepared to jump in on very short notice.
  • How do I login to the queue-system?

    • A: 

      1. Go to taby.engelska.se
      2. Click Apply
      3. Choose Internationella Engelska skolan i Täby
      4. In the top-right corner, klick the words Logga in.
      5. User your child's personal number as a username, and the password given to you at registration.
  • Do you test students prior to admission?

    • A: 

      No, no testing is permitted as part of the admission process.
  • Do you take in students with special needs?

    • A: 

      Yes, our school is open to everyone. We do expect our prospective parents to let us know if their child has required special assistance previously or needs help in any way. Concerns regarding learning abilities/ disabilities, health, or nutrition should be brought to our immediate attention. School relevant information is a prerequisite to mutual understanding and academic success.
  • What if my child is accepted, we decline the offer and then change our mind. Will my child be still eligible for admission?

    • A: 

      No, if you decline to accept the place offered, your place will go to another student. Your registration will be accepted as of the date of your new application.
  • Where do students in your school come from? Does everyone speak English from the start?

    • A: 

      Our students come from many different places. Some are native English speakers but most are of Swedish origin and have attended the compulsory Swedish school system.
  • How well do your students manage the Swedish language with English being the language of instruction with 50% of the subjects?

    • A: 

      We know that we are a school in Sweden where students are able to achieve fluency in both English and Swedish. Therefore equal emphasis is placed on commanding both languages, English and Swedish. The results of the National Tests have consistently placed our students considerably above average in the Core Subjects of English, Math and Swedish. We celebrate Swedish holidays, traditions and cultural events plus English and American traditions such as Thanksgiving, Student Prom in grade 9, Caps and Gowns at graduation and a variety of other festivities that are appreciated by parents and students alike.
  • Can I apply even from outside Sweden?

    • A: 

      Yes, if you are of the appropriate age, plan to move to Sweden and have the Swedish personal numbers necessary for registration.
  • Do you teach French, German or Spanish as well?

    • A: 

      We expect all students to study a 3rd language.
      German is no longer taught in grade 6 or 7. If there are a number of students coming to us, having studied German in earlier grades and if there are enough students to constitute a class, every effort will be made to continue to learn German even in grades 8 & 9. As a general rule, German is not taught as a 3rd language at the beginners level.

      French and Spanish are our 3rd language choices. We expect all students to take lessons in one of the languages. The only exception is if the child has been screened positively for learning difficulties. Our Special Education Teacher may then recommend that French or Spanish is not studied, instead further English or Swedish may be studied.
  • How many students are there in a class?

    • A: 

      There are 30 students per class and each class has 2 mentors in gardes 6 to 9. Grade 4 and 5 classes contain no more than 28 students. They have a class teacher.
  • Are all your teachers certified?

    • A: 

      All our teachers are well qualified but we also strive to have all of our teachers certified. We participate in Teacher Recruitment Fairs, each spring, in England, Canada and the US. These fairs attract native English teachers from English speaking countries from around the globe. Most of our teachers have certification from their home countries and not necessarily from Sweden.
      Our Swedish teachers are certified in Sweden.
  • Do all your teachers speak Swedish?

    • A: 

      When teachers come from an English speaking country, they do not necessarily speak Swedish immediately upon arrival. It is school policy to provide Swedish teaching to our non- Swedish teachers already during their first year in Sweden.

      Information to the parents is given in both English and Swedish. If parents at development talks have a mentor who does not speak Swedish and the parent prefers to speak Swedish, just contact the school in advance and we will make sure that a Swedish speaker is present at the meeting.
  • Is it necessary for my child to know English well when starting at your school?

    • A: 

      No. Knowing English well is not a prerequisite for starting in our schools. Most of our students have attended Swedish schools before coming to us and have acquired a basic foundation in English.

      Our experienced teachers are familiar with teaching English to students at various levels. Students in grade 4 are introduced to learning in English by having a more gradual language immersion.
  • Do you hand out bus cards to students?

    • A: 

      No, bus cards are given to students only at the Upper Secondary level. We advise students to check with their local school authorities for travel information.
  • Does it cost anything to attend your school?

    • A: 

      No, it does not cost anything to attend our schools. There are no tuition fees. Funding comes from the “skolpeng” or school subsidy, allocated to schools that are approved by “Skolverket” the Swedish National Agency for Education.
  • How do I update my personal record?

    • A: 

      By logging into the queue maintenance page from our home page taby.engelska.se, you´ll find it on the "Apply" page. Your child's personal ID-number is your user name. If you have lost your code/password you may request a new one while at this log in page.
  • How does the admission process work?

    • A: 

      We request that you fill in our application form preferably on line: Student Applications. If you do not have access to a computer, please call the school. Once the application form is received, it will be dated and you will be assigned a place in line. Admission is on a first-come, first-served basis with one exception. If you have a brother or sister already in our school, we are allowed to give you an advanced placement on the waiting list.
  • How do I know if my child has been accepted to the ensuing term?

    • A: 

      Those who have been accepted are notified by post/e-mail. If you have not received this notification but expect that you should have, please verify that your contact information is current. Those who were not accepted in the first draft remain on the reserve list.