What Sundbybergs folkhögskola does

Sundbybergs Folkhögskola is a Swedish folk high school (folkhögskola) operating as a non-profit educational institution within the Stiftelsen Stockholms folkhögskola foundation. Founded around 1997 and headquartered in Rissne, Sundbyberg, approximately 20 minutes from Stockholm city center, the school employs roughly 32 staff and serves adult learners through four course pillars: Allmän Kurs (qualifying course for higher education eligibility), Svenska som andraspråk (Swedish as a second language at B, C, and D levels), Kulturparaplyet aesthetic courses (film, theater, writing, documentary, and postproduction), and vocational programs including a two-year Socialpedagogutbildning and the 13-week SMF study-motivating course delivered in partnership with Arbetsförmedlingen.

The school operates on a free-tuition model under the Swedish folkbildning tradition, with teaching funded primarily by government allocations administered via Folkbildningsrådet, supplemented by CSN student financial aid administration, material fees ranging from SEK 900 to SEK 4,200 per semester, and facility rental income (samlingssal at SEK 10,152/day, classrooms from SEK 1,656/day). Technology infrastructure consists of the SchoolSoft platform for student management and applications, Google Workspace for internal communication, and Google Meet for digital information sessions. Distribution is direct via the school's own website and Instagram, plus referrals from Arbetsförmedlingen and a delivery partnership with Folkuniversitetet for SFI courses in Gothenburg.

Pedagogical differentiation rests on Dialogpedagogik (dialogue-based teaching) and Relationsinriktad pedagogik (relationship-oriented pedagogy), supported by a 9,000-volume library. Key external relationships include the Myndigheten för yrkeshögskolan (which has validated the social pedagogue program at SeQF Level 5), BALSAM for industry quality assurance, and CSN for student finance reporting. The institution is governed by a board and led by Rektor Marc Harding-Rainsley, with a new biträdande rektor position scheduled to begin in August 2026.

Name

Sundbybergs folkhögskola

Legal name

Sundbybergs Folkhögskola

Website

https://sundbybergsfolkhogskola.se

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Sundbybergs Folkhögskola is a non-profit Swedish folk high school in Sundbyberg, Stockholm, providing free adult education across general qualifying courses, Swedish-as-second-language programs, aesthetic film/theater/writing courses, and vocational social pedagogy training under the Swedish folkbildning model.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Sundbyberg

HQ country

Sweden

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Government Funding: As a Swedish folk high school (folkhögskola), the institution receives public funding from the Swedish government. Teaching is free for students.
2. Student Financial Aid Administration: Students receive CSN (Centrala Studiestödsnämnden) study support. School administers and reports student enrollment/completion data to CSN.
3. Facility Rental: Rental of school facilities including samllingssal, classrooms, studios, and meeting rooms to associations and other folkbildning actors. Revenue from venue bookings.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Sundbybergs folkhögskola is a Swedish folk high school providing free adult education through four main pillars: Allmän kurs (general qualification courses) preparing adults for higher education, Svenska som andraspråk (Swedish as a second language) courses, Kulturparaplyet aesthetic profile courses in film, writing, and theater, and vocational training including a two-year social pedagogue program. The school serves as a meeting place for people from diverse cultural backgrounds, emphasizing democratic values, individual development, and relationship-oriented pedagogy.

Product overview

Sundbybergs Folkhögskola is an educational institution offering a diverse portfolio of courses as an alternative to traditional upper secondary education. The school operates three main pillars: (1) Allmän Kurs/Behörighetsgivande kurs providing general education for adults seeking higher education eligibility; (2) Svenska som andraspråk courses for Swedish language learners; and (3) Kulturparaplyet (Culture Umbrella) - an artistic platform combining aesthetic courses including Filmlinjen (film), Skrivarlinjen (writing), and Teaterlinjen (theatre), along with documentary film and postproduction. The school also offers vocational courses including Socialpedagogutbildning and study motivation programs. All courses follow a holistic folkbildning philosophy emphasizing democratic values, cultural exchange, and individual development.

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Brands

• Kulturparaplyet: An arena for storytelling and artistic expression, under which the aesthetic profile courses (Filmlinjen, Skrivarlinjen, Teaterlinjen) are grouped together.

Products and services

• Allmän kurs (General Course) Behörighetsgivande kurs (qualifying course) for adults who have not completed primary or secondary school, providing an alternative to gymnasieskola and Komvux. Prepares students for higher education with focus on individual development and democratic values.
• Svenska som andraspråk (Swedish as a Second Language) Language courses at B, C, and D levels for individuals who need to improve their Swedish for continued studies in Sweden. CSN eligible at 100% for basic level with material fee of 2,500 kr per academic year.
• Filmlinjen (Film Line) Two-year comprehensive film education covering directing, screenwriting, editing, cinematography, sound, lighting, and film production. Material fee 4,200 kr per semester including equipment, programs, guest lecturers, and insurance.
• Skrivarlinjen (Writing Line) Two-year creative writing education covering poetry, short stories, drama, novels, essays, and audio formats with focus on developing personal writing style. Material fee 2,300 kr per semester (4,600 kr for full course).
• Teaterlinjen (Theatre Line) One-year preparatory theatre program focusing on acting techniques, storytelling, improvisation, voice and movement training, and stage performance. Material fee 2,500 kr per semester (5,000 kr per academic year) for literature and theater visits.
• Dokumentärfilm (Documentary Film) Second-year documentary filmmaking program for students who have completed basic documentary courses, focusing on advanced project work and personal artistic expression. Material fee 3,300 kr per semester.
• Postproduktion för film och tv (Post-production for Film and TV) One-semester distance course teaching video editing, sound mixing, visual effects, and color grading using professional software including Avid Media Composer, Adobe After Effects, Pro Tools, and DaVinci Resolve. Material fee 2,500 kr per term.
• Socialpedagogutbildning (Social Pedagogue Education) Two-year post-secondary distance education with campus meetings, preparing students for professional social pedagogical work with children, youth, and adults. Includes 18 weeks of LiA (Learning at Work) internships. Aligned with SeQF level 5. Material fee 2,500 kr per academic year.
• SMF - Studiemotiverande folkhögskolekurs (Study-Motivating Course) 13-week study motivation course for unemployed individuals, providing support and guidance for transitioning to education or employment. Provided in collaboration with Arbetsförmedlingen. Course ID 309769 for referrals.
• Arbeta på svenska (Work in Swedish) Course for individuals with limited education from their home country, focusing on Swedish language skills and introduction to Swedish work life sectors. Material fee 2,000 kr per academic year. CSN eligible for 75% of course.
• Vård och svenska (Care and Swedish) Specialized course combining healthcare knowledge with Swedish language training, including practical placement in home care and elderly care. Material fee 2,000 kr per academic year.
• Barnomsorg och svenska (Childcare and Swedish) Course combining childcare education with Swedish language training, preparing students for work in preschools and continued studies.
• Facility Rental (Lokaler) Rental of school facilities including samlingssal (assembly hall), classrooms, studios, and meeting rooms to associations and other folkbildning actors. Samlingssal: 10,152 kr/day or 1,269 kr/hour. Classroom: 1,656 kr/day or 207 kr/hour. Teaterstudio: 3,268 kr/day or 409 kr/hour. Filmstudio: 2,896 kr/day or 362 kr/hour.

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature2 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Arbetsförmedlingen (Swedish Public Employment Service)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration for Studiemotiverande folkhögskolekurs (SMF) - study-motivating courses for unemployed individuals. Employment service refers participants who then receive activity support or development compensation during the 13-week course. Course ID 309769 for referrals.
• FSR (Folkhögskolornas studeranderättsliga råd)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerStudent rights council that students can contact if they believe they have received incorrect treatment regarding information about costs, student influence forms, course plans, etc.
• BALSAM (Branschorganisation för socialpedagogiska utbildningar)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndustry association for development and quality assurance of two-year social pedagogue vocational training programs organized by folk high schools. School is a member for quality assurance of its social pedagogue program.
• Myndigheten för yrkeshögskolan (Swedish Authority for Higher Vocational Education)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernment authority that has determined that competencies achieved through the social pedagogue education correspond to SeQF level 5 (Swedish qualifications framework for lifelong learning).
• Folkuniversitetet (The Folk University)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership for SFI (Swedish for immigrants) courses in Gothenburg. School refers students to Folkuniversitetet's Gothenburg location for these courses.
• Various municipalities and social service agenciesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHost organizations for LiA (Lärande i arbete - Learning at Work) internships in social pedagogy education. Students complete 18 weeks of practical training at workplaces.

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Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/sundbybergsfolkhogskola
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/sundbybergs-folkh%C3%B6gskola

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Profiles1 record

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