Dvergsnes School is located in Kristiansand and offers a safe and good school environment for its students. The school has special education for students with special needs, and focuses on interdisciplinary efforts through BTI (Better Interdisciplinary Efforts). In addition to the academic offerings, the school includes a school health service and a school library, which contribute to a holistic learning environment.
The school organizes activities in the local area and has an active student council and a collaboration committee, which gives students the opportunity to participate in decision-making processes. Dvergsnes School also offers homework help and information about homework, and has a competence department for teachers that supports their professional development. The school has a history as a merged school unit, which has contributed to its current structure and offerings.