skoleløpet

Skoleløpet is a Norwegian term that describes the educational trajectory or life course of an individual as they move through schooling. It refers to the sequence of educational levels, the transitions between them, and the point at which a learner completes formal schooling and moves on to further studies or work. The concept is used in policy, planning, and educational practice to capture how a student progresses over time and how different routes may fit individual needs.

In Norway, the concept commonly covers the compulsory period, known as grunnskolen, which includes the first ten years of schooling from primary to lower secondary. After completing grunnskolen, many students continue to videregående skole (upper secondary), where they choose between general study programs and vocational tracks. The skoleløp thus encompasses both the standard progression through grunnskolen and the subsequent choices and transitions into upper secondary education, higher education, or other qualified pathways. It can also include non-traditional routes such as adult education, part-time studies, or alternative programs designed to accommodate different learning needs.

The term is widely used in educational planning and support services to tailor instruction and guidance to individual students, with emphasis on early intervention, inclusive practices, and ensuring that each learner has a coherent path toward qualification and lifelong learning. While the core concept is largely Norwegian, similar terms describing a person’s educational trajectory appear in other Nordic languages and educational contexts.