A profile school (profilskola) is a school with a special pedagogical focus or thematic profile. Common profiles include Montessori, Waldorf, music, sports, science/technology, and international orientation.
Organisation
Profile schools can be both municipal and independent. They follow the national curriculum but supplement it with their specific focus. Montessori and Waldorf schools have their own pedagogical methods, while profiles such as music or sports offer extended instruction in the profile subject.