Welcome to Ål Folk High School

Here we speak Norwegian sign language. Everyone is welcome here, regardless of their background. Our goal is that everyone who comes here can communicate with sign language. If you don’t know sign language, you can learn it here. We offer teaching, socializing and activities in sign language. We at Ål Folk High School are proud of our vibrant sign language community.

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Sign language theatre Theater has a deep roots in deaf culture, and we are proud of our theater program. The students actively participate in the creative process, from idea to final performance. The program has previously collaborated with, among others, Theater Manu where students have the opportunity to perform and stage productions on various stages. You will have the opportunity to develop your acting talent and experience what it's like to be a professional actor on stage with an audience. The language of instruction is Norwegian Sign Language and international signs Read more Norwegian Sign Language Here you can learn Norwegian Sign Language fluently. You get a unique opportunity to learn the language through lessons, activities, and daily practice, both in and outside the classroom. Read more Design your path Are you someone who isn’t ready to pursue higher education, or do you simply want to live life after thirteen years of schooling? Are you the curious type, or someone who’s a bit unsure about what you really want to do? Read more Norwegian for deaf foreigners Join a unique sign language environment where you learn Norwegian Sign Language and Norwegian reading and writing. Read more PREVIOUS 0{{current_slide_index}} / 0{{total_slide_count}} NEXT

School trip: Japan

In the school year 2025-2026, the study trip goes to Japan. We will experience Japan for real with everything from temples and sushi to manga, neon lights and hypermodern cities.

School trip information

The first week at Ål Folk High School, I got to try river paddling for the first time. We had to work together and communicate in sign language while paddling. The best thing about sign language is that it has a lot of humor and liveliness, which makes it extra fun to learn. Robyn Berge Student “ I chose Ål Folk High School because it is a school for the deaf in a safe and beautiful place. The course gives me knowledge about the rights and way of life of deaf people. In the future, I want to use this knowledge to work towards improving the lives and rights of deaf people in Nigeria Ismail Badmus STUDENT “ Even though we are learning sign language, we have also had many exciting trips and experiences. My year in the sign language program also gave me the opportunity to see and experience the deaf community in a way you wouldn't otherwise get the chance to. Anna Elida Hoff STUDENT “ Former students / 0{{total_slide_count}} 0{{current_slide_index}}
Welcome to Ål, where there's always something exciting happening!

Start of school

Timing:
August 31

Cabin trip

Timing:
1. – 5. September

Deaf culture days

Timing:
18.-20. September

Autumn holiday

Timing:
September 26 – October 5

Study trip to Oslo

Timing:
17. – 21. November

Christmas holiday

Timing:
December 12 – January 5

Cabin trip

Timing:
9. – 13. February

Winter holiday

Timing:
February 20 – March 1

School trip to Japan

Timing:
18.-26. March

Easter holiday

Timing:
March 26 – April 7

End of school

Timing:
Friday, May 15