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 emphasizes interdisciplinary efforts through the Better Interdisciplinary Efforts (BTI) model. In addition to teaching, the school includes a school health service and a school library, which contribute to a holistic learning environment.
The school also organizes activities in the local area, and has an active student council and a cooperation committee that involves both students and parents. To support students' learning, homework help and information about homework are offered. Dvergsnes School has a competence department for teachers, which contributes to professional development. The school encourages cycling and walking to school, which promotes an active lifestyle among students. Dvergsnes School has a history as a merged school unit, which gives it a unique background in the local community.