Our schools are bilingual and we believe in students learning to command both languages, and so, on average, half of the lessons are taught in Swedish. While English is the key to the world, it is important that students also master the Swedish language, which is an important tool for anyone who wants to live, work and integrate into Swedish society.

National test results in Swedish for IES students are also above the national average, as they are in the other core subjects, showing that our students are able to command both languages.

We celebrate Swedish culture as well as  adopting some traditions of English-speaking countries - such as the house system within our school community and the students wearing gowns and caps when they graduate in Year 9.