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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • How do I submit an application?
    Submit the FIP application via this website. Apply to the Municipality of Oslo. https://www.oslo.kommune.no/barnehage/soke-barnehageplass/
  • When is the application deadline?
    The application deadline to start in August is 1st March of the same year. Otherwise, you may apply all year round.
  • Can I apply from abroad?
    Yes, you may apply before you relocate to Norway.
  • Do I need a Norwegian Social Security Number (SNN) to apply?
    Not for the FIP application, but you'll need it for the application to the Municipality of Oslo . If you do not have a Norwegian SSN, please email Frogner barnehagesøknad barnehageopptak@bfr.oslo.kommune.no who will provide you with a temporary number to allow you to make your preschool application.
  • Does FIP have several admission intakes?
    Our main intake is in August each year, however, FIP enrolls children throughout the year when vacancies arise.
  • What is the monthly cost?
    FIP has an annual fee of NOK 46.200 divided over 11 months. Monthly fees are NOK 4.200 regardless of when the preschool is closed for holidays. No invoice is issued for July.
  • Is there a sibling discount?
    Yes. You will need to apply to the Municipality of Oslo. https://www.oslo.kommune.no/barnehage/pris-og-betaling/#toc-1
  • What does a typical day look like for children attending FIP?
    Please refer to our FIP Year Plan here on the website.
  • When is the preschool closed for the holidays?
    Please refer to our Academic Calendar here on the website.
  • What age group does FIP cater to?
    Our children's age is between 2,7 – 6,5 years. When the youngest children start in our Nursery class in August, they must turn 3 before 31st December of the same year.
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