Øya videregående skole

Øya videregående skole is a Christian independent upper secondary school in Kvål, Norway, welcoming students from across the country. It offers vocational education in agriculture, nature management, construction and civil engineering, alongside routes to university admission. Study options include land-based studies, horse and animal care, outdoor life, farming, horticulture, carpentry and landscaping. Students can also take a supplementary academic year, and several specialist pathways are available within the school’s broader programs.

Students may live at home, rent their own accommodation or apply for a place in the school’s boarding facilities. The boarding experience brings students together through shared meals, activities and everyday life, and is presented as a way to build independence and lasting friendships. Øya provides information and support for prospective students, including applications for school, boarding, stable and kennel places, as well as visits and opportunities to experience the school. Its wider activities include a farm, an animal clinic, student services and rental of a sports hall and riding arena.