Global Svenska Plus – Swedish Language Education for International Students Worldwide
Global Svenska Plus (GSP) is a leading provider of live online Swedish language education for internationally mobile young people. We support students around the world in maintaining and developing their Swedish, achieving university entrance qualifications and succeeding in programmes such as the International Baccalaureate (IB).
Our students are based on every continent and study at international schools, universities and within a variety of educational settings. Many are part of Swedish-speaking families living abroad and wish to retain a strong connection to the Swedish language while preparing for future studies and careers.
High-Quality Teaching Across Time Zones
GSP offers a broad range of Swedish language courses delivered through live online teaching. Our programmes are available across multiple time zones and are specifically designed for students studying internationally.
All teaching is provided by fully qualified Swedish educators holding university degrees and Swedish teaching certification. In addition, every member of our teaching team has personal experience of living and working outside Sweden, providing valuable insight into the realities and challenges faced by internationally mobile families.
Since autumn 2023, our Supplementary Swedish courses have been subsidised in accordance with the regulations of the Swedish National Agency for Education regarding mother tongue instruction for Swedish children and young people living abroad (SKOLFS 2008:9).
Specialists in IB Swedish and University Preparation
Teacher-led upper secondary education is our principal area of expertise. GSP is one of the world’s largest providers of Swedish courses within the International Baccalaureate (IB), supporting students in IB Swedish A and IB Swedish B at schools across the globe.
We also offer preparatory courses for students aiming to take the TISUS examination, which provides proof of Swedish language proficiency for university admission in Sweden. In addition, we offer selected lower secondary courses and support students working towards Swedish grades through partnerships with schools and distance-learning providers, including Sofia Distans.
Over the years, hundreds of our students have progressed to higher education in Sweden after studying Swedish with GSP.
A Trusted Partner for International Schools
GSP works in partnership with more than 80 international schools worldwide. In many cases, we provide the school’s entire Swedish language provision and work closely with school leaders, IB coordinators and teaching staff to ensure a smooth and successful learning experience.
Our students study Swedish as a recognised part of their academic programme, and we place great importance on clear communication, reliable administration and high academic standards. Schools benefit from an experienced partner that understands both the practical and academic requirements of international education.
Personal Guidance and Ongoing Support
Beyond classroom teaching, we provide individual academic guidance and support throughout each student’s educational journey. When the time comes to apply for university studies in Sweden, students and families can benefit from personalised advice regarding admissions requirements, qualifications and educational pathways.
Built for Online Learning
Every GSP course is designed specifically for live online learning. Remote education is not an adaptation of a traditional classroom model—it is the foundation upon which our programmes have been built since the organisation was founded more than a decade ago.
Our teachers are experienced in a variety of digital learning platforms, with Google Meet being the most commonly used. This long-standing expertise has enabled us to deliver engaging, effective and academically rigorous teaching to students regardless of their location.
Founder and Academic Director
Global Svenska Plus was founded in France in 2015 by Anna-Lena Olsson, who continues to lead the organisation as Founder and Academic Director.
Anna-Lena has worked in education, school leadership and academic guidance since the 1990s, primarily within the International Baccalaureate (IB), but also within the Swedish national education system, adult education and the French upper secondary sector. She holds a School Leadership Certificate from Harvard Graduate School of Education, specialist IB qualifications and a secondary teaching qualification in Swedish, English and Swedish as a Second Language.
In addition to leading GSP, Anna-Lena regularly delivers professional development workshops for educators and serves as an adviser and consultant to schools, organisations, companies and public authorities in Sweden and internationally.