International schools

Public and private schooling

There are two types of international school: independent international schools (private schools) and those partially funded by the government or municipality (public/private schools).

The latter, called community schools, place a lot of emphasis on connecting with Dutch society. This includes Dutch language lessons and activities to promote integration.

Schools in Amsterdam

There are five independent international schools in Amsterdam. Click on the school for more information.

• Amsterdam International Community School (public/private)

• British School of Amsterdam (private)

• The Japanese School of Amsterdam (private, supported by the Japanese Chamber of Commerce and their government)

• Annexe du Lycée français Vincent van Gogh (private)

Be sure to read the entry requirements carefully. Entry to the school will often require that at least one parent has a foreign passport.

European Schools

The European School Bergen offers multi-language education for nursery, primary and secondary school by native speakers in a wide range of European languages. Their EU curriculum equivalence makes it easy for students to transfer to national schools in other EU member states.

Bilingual education

The Berlage Lyceum offers bilingual education. Half of the classes are taught in English, the other half in Dutch. (Website only in Dutch)

Around Amsterdam

The following international schools are located outside Amsterdam:

• Hilversum: International School Hilversum

• Amstelveen: International School Amsterdam (ISA)

• Almere: International Primary School Letterland

• Almere: International School Almere

Contacts

Foundation for International Education in the Netherlands
(Stichting Internationaal Onderwijs)
Offers a listing of all international departments in Dutch schools, as well as all independent international schools in the Netherlands.
Website: www.sio.nl/listofschools.html