Welcome to Denmark

Welcome to Denmark, a country which has been voted to be the happiest country in the World.

People in Denmark, have been on the top of the rank when factors such as per capita gross domestic product, healthy years of life expectancy, trust and perceived freedom to make life choices, were measured.

At the official website Denmark.dk you can read all about Denmark; people and culture, business, studying and even engage in the fun facts quiz about Denmark.

North Zealand

NIS is situated in the heart of beautiful North Zealand. There are many lovely villages, forests, castles, parks and sandy beaches to explore. And it’s only 20 minutes from Copenhagen by train or car. It’s a great area to bring up kids.

Popular areas to live nearby the school are Hørsholm, Rungsted, Kokkedal, Humlebæk and Holte.

Parents at NIS choose to live in North Zealand for two reasons, the lovely school and the area. Parents at the school are very happy with NIS because it’s small, nurturing and the teachers are great. 95% of parents said they would recommend NIS to friends and work colleagues.

Our recommendations

Moving to a new country is exciting and daunting. Parents at NIS have written down their best tips to help you settle in when you move to the area. The tips and guidance are provided by parents with children of different ages, so our hope is that there will be something for everyone. We hope this helps to make you feel more at home here.

MEDICAL CARE

Emergency

The Medical Helpline 1813 is the emergency line in the capital region of Denmark. The Medical Helpline 1813 is staffed by physicians and nurses who are able to guide you to proper and quick help and assistance when your GP is closed. The staff will speak English. If you need urgent medical assistance with acute, life threatening illness or with injury, then call 112. If you turn up at Accident and Emergency departments of hospitals, you might be turned away, you need to book an appointment by calling 1813.

24-hour Pharmacy

Lyngby Svane Apotek: Lyngby Hovedgade 27, 2800 Lyngby, Tel: 45 87 00 96. Pharmacies are found in most towns. You can pick up all your prescriptions and over the counter medicines there.

Doctors ("Læge" in Danish)

Once you have your CPR number and card, you will receive a yellow Health card. This entitles you to free healthcare and must be shown at all doctors or hospital appointments. The name and contact details of the doctor you have been allocated will be on the card. You can change the doctor if you like, though within your own municipality. If you wish a doctor outside of your municipality, you have to check if they are open for new patients and if the wished doctor is open to take new patients then go to your current municipality and fill out a request form.

Dentists ("Tandlæge" in Danish)

Dental care is free in Denmark to all children under 18 with a CPR number. Once you have registered with the kommune, your children will be invited for a dentist appointment. You will find out about this when you receive a letter to your e-boks (all officials letters from the kommune and government will arrive in your e-boks). The quality of dental care in Denmark is high. Emergency dental service in the Copenhagen region 70 25 00 41 and in the Zealand region 29 60 01 11.

TRANSPORT

Public transport

DSB is the national transport system. You can plan your trip by train/bus and buy tickets by downloading the DSB app. If you use public transport on a regular basis you should buy a "rejsekort" (Travel card). Contact DSB or use this site for specific help in chosing the right type of travel card: https://www.dsb.dk/en/ Be aware that without a valid ticket you will get a heavy fine.

Parking

We recommend that you download the app called EasyPark. You can use it almost anywhere and it can register your car automatically when you enter and leave a parking area. It also registers whether there is free parking.

Driving in Denmark

As in other countries there are specific traffic rules in Denmark and Danes in general follow the rules. Fines are in general heavy when breaking the rules. Read more about the specific rules of driving here: https://www.sixt.com/magazine/tips/driving-tips-denmark/

Bicycles in Denmark

It is quite common for children to cycle to school in Denmark from an early age. On this page you will find good advice and bicycle rules in Denmark: https://www.donkey.bike/denmark-cycling-rules/

GROCERY SHOPPING

Rema 1000

Right next to the school you will find two supermarkets: Rema 1000 and Føtex. Rema 1000 is voted "best discount supermarket" in Denmark. Daily opening hours are 7am-9pm.

Føtex

Situated next to the school Føtex carries most brands. You can also buy toys, kitchen items, clothes and books (Danish). Daily opening hours are 7am-9pm.

Irma

Irma is located in the downtown shopping mall: Hørsholm Midtpunkt. It is a premium supermarket. Daily opening hours are 8am-8pm.

Meny

Meny is situated in "Kongevejscenteret" on your way to downtown Hørsholm. It is a premium supermarket with fresh fish and a butcher.

INDOOR FUN

Libraries ("Bibliotek" in Danish)

The libraries in Denmark are marvellous; you can borrow adult and children’s books in Danish and many other languages. You can borrow DVD’s, CDs, video games, magazines, language learning materials, comics and board games. Each library is unique and each offers something different. Many have children’s play areas and some host events too. You can enter some libraries with your CPR card up to midnight! You can join any and all of them too. The nearest local library is in Hørsholm "Trommen".

Swimming Pools

Hørsholm and Gribskov swimming pools are recommendable.

Soft play

Eventyrfabrikken in Kokkedal - Eventyrfabrikken Mega Centre in Ballerup - Trampoline Park in Skovlunde - Trampoline Park in Nordhavn

Museums

There are a number of great museums for children in North Zealand and Copenhagen. Copenhagen: Workers Museum (Arbejdermuseet) - Zoological Museum (Zoologisk museum) - Experimentarium in Hellerup. North Zealand: Louisiana in Humlebæk - The Tecnical Museum in Helsingør and Frederiksborg Castle in Hillerød.

OUTDOOR FUN

Tivoli

Tivoli in Copenhagen is a fantastic amusement park for adults and children of all ages. They are open all year as well as hosting out- and indoor concerts.

North Zealand beaches ("Strand" in Danish)

There are many beautiful beaches in North Zealand: Sletten Strand - Rungsted Strand - Espergærde Strand - Hornbæk Strand - Tisvilde Strand to name a few.

Tree climbing

Try Havreholm or Nivå for great tree climbing activities.

On the water

In Lyngby you can rent your own canoe, kayak or rowing boat in the summer. It is great fun for the whole family in the beautiful nature around Lyngby.

LOCAL FAMILY RESTAURANTS AND CAFES

Rungsted Harbor

There are several great places to dine at Rungsted Habor. The famous steak house Mash is situated at the end of the habor. Sticks and Sushi as well as the oriental Wokshop are among recommendable restaurants.

Hørsholm Midtpunkt

The local shopping mall Hørsholm Midtpunkt offers several great cafés where you can get beverages and a light meal. Joe and the Juice for healthy sandwiches and fruity drinks. Ekspresso House for warm drinks and Beier for brunch, ice cream and lunch.

Restaurant Sletten

In Humlebæk you will find the beautiful area of Sletten with old fishermen houses and a beautiful view to Sweden. Restaurant Sletten is a gourmet restaurant but offers special childrens servings if you ask (not on the menu).

Storekro

In the heart of Fredensborg you will find Storekro. They serve brunch, lunch and dinner and children are wellcome.

Sørup Ice cream

There is no place like Sørup in the summer time. You can get the best home made ice cream and a beautiful view of Esrum lake. Be aware that the ducks like ice cream and are use to getting a small treat (O:=