What Herlufsholm School does

Herlufsholm School (legal entity: Herlufsholm Skole og Gods, CVR 85896318) is Denmark's oldest boarding school, founded May 23, 1565, by Birgitte Gøye. The institution operates as a private Danish school (privatskole) under a unified governance structure combining educational and estate operations, headquartered on the historic Herlufsholm Allé 170 campus in Næstved, Denmark. The school serves 472 students across three primary academic tracks: Grundskolen (185 students in grades 6-10), STX (224 students in Danish upper secondary), and Pre-IB/IB Diploma programs (63 students). Both boarding and day-student options are offered, with six on-campus boarding houses providing pastoral care under resident housemasters.

The school's core product portfolio includes Grundskolen, a 10th-grade preparatory 10GO program, the three-year STX Danish high school diploma, Pre-IB and IB Diploma, Brobygning transition programs, and a Summer School (Sommerskole). The technology backbone consists of Lectio (learning management and student information system), Microsoft SharePoint (intranet and student portal), MobilePay (donation processing), and Cookie Information (compliance). The school's proprietary cultural asset — the "Herlovian Language" (a contracted word system) — and its status as a certified talent school since 2017 differentiate it within Danish private education.

Herlufsholm operates a hybrid revenue model anchored by recurring tuition subscriptions from boarding and day students, supplemented by donations and fundraising through the Herlufsholm Jubilee Fund (minimum 5,000 DKK, tax-deductible under Danish Tax Act Section 8.a.) and a School Development Fund. Distribution follows a traditional direct-to-consumer admissions model with Open House events, a multi-language website, newsletter, and active presence on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram. International reach is enabled through Round Square network membership (since 2009, 250+ schools), IB World School authorization, and partnerships with the Duke of Edinburgh Award and multiple Danish foundations (Augustinus, Knud Højgaard, A.P. Møller, Real Dania, Villum, William Demant) that fund capital improvements.

Name

Herlufsholm School

Legal name

Herlufsholm Skole og Gods

Website

https://herlufsholm.dk

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Herlufsholm School is Denmark's oldest boarding school (founded 1565) operating as a private institution in Næstved, serving 472 students across Grundskole, STX, and IB programs with six on-campus boarding houses, tuition subscriptions, and foundation-funded capital.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private Boarding School Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110), Other Schools and Instruction (6116)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

International/Global Curriculum Schools (IB, Cambridge, etc.) (EDAJABAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Nonsectarian Independent Day Schools (EDAJABAA), Overseas Summer School Programs (Secondary) (EDAIAHAC), Secondary School Exchange Programs (Academic Year/Semester) (EDAIAHAB)

Keywords

• Private boarding school
• Secondary education programs
• International baccalaureate diploma
• Danish gymnasium education
• Student boarding services

Headquarters

HQ city

Næstved

HQ country

Denmark

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition Fees - Boarding Students: Revenue from boarding students who live on campus, covering both education and accommodation costs.
2. Tuition Fees - Day Students: Revenue from day students who attend classes without boarding facilities.
3. Donations and Fundraising: As a private school, Herlufsholm relies on donations from parents, alumni, and supporters. Donations are tax-deductible under Danish Tax Act Section 8.a. The school maintains a Herlufsholm Jubilee Fund for scholarships and facility improvements.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Herlufsholm School is a private Danish boarding and day school providing education from 6th grade through the IB Diploma, delivered on a historic campus in Næstved with six boarding houses. The school offers Grundskolen (middle school), 10GO, STX (Danish high school), and Pre-IB/IB Diploma programs, complemented by 30+ extracurricular activities, international exchange through Round Square, talent development programs, and a summer school. Tuition is paid on a recurring subscription basis, with additional revenue from tax-deductible donations supporting scholarships and facilities.

Product overview

Herlufsholm School is a Danish private boarding school founded in 1565, offering a comprehensive educational portfolio across multiple levels: Grundskolen (middle school grades 6-10), STX (Danish high school), and Pre-IB & IB Diploma (international programs). The school combines academic excellence with extensive extracurricular offerings including boarding facilities across six student houses, Round Square international exchange and conference programs, Model United Nations, debate competitions, and a certified talent development program. The institution also operates a summer school and provides scholarship opportunities through the Herlufsholm Jubilee Fund. Key programs are supported by platforms including Lectio for student information management and MobilePay for donations. The school maintains international affiliations through Round Square, IB World School, and the Duke of Edinburgh's Award.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Grundskolen (Danish Middle School) Danish middle school education covering grades 6-10, with focus on academic excellence, personal development, and community engagement. 185 students currently enrolled.
• 10GO A 10th grade preparatory program designed to help students transition to upper secondary education (STX or IB).
• STX (Danish High School) Danish upper secondary education program spanning three years (1.g, 2.g, 3.g), preparing students for university admission. 224 students currently enrolled.
• Pre-IB & IB Diploma International Baccalaureate programs offering the Pre-IB foundation year and the full IB Diploma recognized globally for university admissions. 63 students currently enrolled across Pre-IB and IB.
• Brobygning (Transition Program) Bridge-building programs helping students transition between educational levels.
• Boarding School (Kostskolen) Full boarding facilities with six student houses (Lassengården, Egmontgården, Bodilgården, Vuen, Birgitte Gøye Gården, Pernille Gøye Gården) where students live and receive pastoral care from on-campus housemasters. Open since 1565, with the first girls' house opened in 1985.
• Summer School (Sommerskole) A summer school program offering educational activities and experiences for students during the summer break.
• Scholarship Program Financial support program for 6th and 7th grade students demonstrating academic and personal qualities.
• Herlufsholm Jubilee Fund Scholarship fund requiring minimum donations of 5,000 DKK, providing financial support for students to attend the school. Tax-deductible under Danish Tax Act Section 8.a.

Named customers1 record

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Round SquarecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2009Herlufsholm became a member of Round Square in 2009, joining a network of over 250 schools worldwide. This membership provides access to exchange programs, international conferences, and charitable initiatives. The partnership is based on six IDEALS: Internationalism, Democracy, Environmentalism, Adventure, Leadership, and Service. Students participate in annual Round Square committee and activities.
• IB World SchoolcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHerlufsholm is an authorized IB World School offering Pre-IB and IB Diploma programs. This partnership enables students to earn internationally recognized university entrance qualifications.
• Duke of Edinburgh AwardcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHerlufsholm offers the Duke of Edinburgh Award program, providing students with opportunities for personal development through service, skills, sports, and adventurous journeys.
• Science Talent Network (Sciencetalenter)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHerlufsholm participates in the Science Talent Network, gaining access to targeted talent development programs in natural sciences and connections with external talent competitions.
• Young Researchers (Unge Forskere)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership enabling students to participate in the Young Researchers competition and related talent development activities.
• Georg Mohr Mathematics CompetitionminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for mathematics talent development through participation in the Georg Mohr competition.
• Science and Language OlympiadsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership enabling student participation in national Science and Language Olympiads.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Sorø Akademi: Another elite Danish boarding school with deep heritage and similar educational positioning. Operates as a direct competitor in the Danish private K-12 boarding market with overlapping STX and residential offerings, serving the same affluent Danish and international families.
• Harrow School: Elite British boarding school founded 1572 with similar age cohort to Herlufsholm (founded 1565) and parallel heritage positioning. Competes in the same global market for affluent international families seeking historic boarding credentials.
• Schule Schloss Salem: Elite German boarding school also a Round Square member, offering IB and comparable international curriculum alongside traditional gymnasium. Most direct Continental European competitor for Herlufsholm in the same Round Square network.
• Eton College: Historic British elite boarding school (founded 1440) with similar centuries-old heritage, full-boarding model, and international student mix. Closest international analog for Herlufsholm in terms of brand positioning, residential experience, and global family appeal.

Broad incumbents

• Phillips Academy Andover: Elite US boarding school with IB-equivalent advanced curriculum and substantial endowment. Comparable in premium positioning and global appeal, though operating at larger scale than Herlufsholm and within the US market.
• Winchester College: Premier historic British boarding school founded 1382 with global recognition. Larger and more internationally prominent than Herlufsholm but operates in the same elite boarding market segment for high-net-worth international families.

Emerging players

• Stowe School: UK boarding school with IB offering and international student body. Comparable in boarding-IB model though newer and less historically entrenched than Herlufsholm; competes for European and international boarding students.
• UWC Atlantic College: International IB boarding college in Wales with similar Round Square-aligned ethos. Comparable in IB-and-boarding combination, though operates on scholarship-based model rather than tuition-driven like Herlufsholm.

Regional players

• Roskilde Katedralskole: One of Denmark's oldest schools with STX program offering. Serves as a regional Danish competitor for STX-bound students, though operates without full boarding infrastructure comparable to Herlufsholm.
• Rungsted Gymnasium: Danish elite gymnasium with strong academic reputation. Regional Danish competitor for STX-bound students though lacks Herlufsholm's full boarding infrastructure and historic estate.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Profiles23 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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