Primary and lower secondary education

Compulsory education lasts 10 years and is provided by municipal schools, private schools and continuation schools.

Primary and lower secondary education is integrated within a single structure and is provided by:

  • Municipal schools ("Folkeskole")
  • Private schools
  • Continuation schools

Compulsory education lasts 10 years (grades 0 to 9) with an optional grade 10.

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