School overview

The Dutch teaching style is interactive and student-centred. It focuses on teamwork, which makes it easy to meet other international students. Studying in Holland means developing an open mind and increasing your international orientation. A large part of all study programmes is dedicated to writing papers and working in groups to analyse and solve specific problems. You will also get a chance to get practical work experience through internships or experiments in laboratories, depending on the field of study.

Teamwork Holland has received international praise for its teaching style, which centres on students working together as a team, and puts an emphasis on selfstudy and self-discipline. The teacher will act as a facilitator and guide in the learning process. On these pages you will find an overview of the most important schools for expats, starting with the primary and secondary schools and ending with the universities, some of which are famous all over the world because of their high quality. Did you know that the Netherlands currently hosts 86,000 full-time international students?

GRONINGEN

International Primary school GSV (Groningse schoolvereniging) Rijksstraatweg 24 9752 AE Groningen W: g-s-v.nl T: 050 527 08 18

Primary School for children of 4-11 years. Pre-school class for 3-year-olds and afterschool care on site.

Curriculum: British National Curriculum for literacy & numeracy. International Primary Curriculum.

Assessment: CAT IV: Cognitive Ability Tests PTE & PTM: Progress Tests in English & Maths SWST: Single Word Spelling Test SSRT: Salford Standardised Reading Test

International School Groningen Postbox 6105 9702 HC Groningen Hemmenlaan 2 9751 NS Haren W: isgroningen.nl T: 050 534 00 84

Type of education: International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme, MYP (11-16 years of age) International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, DP (16-18 years of age)

OVERIJSSEL

International School Twente (IST) Enschede W: internationalschooltwente.nl T: 053 206 80 35 - Primary T: 053 821 11 30 - Secondary

Primary IPC, Cambridge IGCSE and International Baccalaureate DP

Eerde International Boarding School Ommen Kasteellaan 1 7731 PJ Ommen W: eerde.nl T: 0529 45 14 52

Types of education: Offering International Education for students ages 4-18;including IPYC, IMYC, Cambridge Primary and Secondary, IGCSE and IBDP.

UTRECHT Types of education: International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme 11-16 year olds IB MYP (Middle Years Programme) 16-19 year olds IB DP (Diploma Programme)

NOORD HOLLAND

Amity International School Amsterdam Amsterdamseweg 204 1182 HL Amstelveen W: amityschool.nl T: 020 345 44 81 M: 06 1522 2139

Types of education: Accredited as IB World School for the Primary Years Programme, Candidate School for the IB Middle Years Programme

Florencius International School Amstelveen, Haarlem, Laren W: florenciusinternationalschool.nl T: 020 640 81 18

Types of education: International Primary Curricculum (IPC), British Curriculum, ages 4-12. Florencius International School is an independent private primary school (4-12) and is situated in leafy surroundings close to Amsterdam. At Florencius we follow the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) and British standards. Our focus lies both with the academic and the social/ emotional development of our students. We offer small classes, individual attention and a warm and safe environment.

Amsterdam International Community School AICS Main Campus (Primary & Secondary School) Prinses Irenestraat 59, 1077 WV Amsterdam T: 020 577 1240 E: info@aics.espritscholen.nl W: aics.espritscholen.nl/home

AICS Satellite Campus (Primary School) A.J. Ernststraat 130, 1082 LP Amsterdam T: 020 723 48 30 E: infosatellite@aics.espritscholen.nl

AICS South East Campus (Primary & Secondary School) Darlingstraat 2, 1102 MX Amsterdam T: 020 723 52 80 E: infosoutheast@aics.espritscholen.nl IB Diploma Programme. Programme, Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme

The British School of Amsterdam W: britishschool.amsterdam T: 020 67 97 840 E: admissions@britams.nl

Early Years School (3-7), Junior School (7-11) and Senior School (11-18). Offer National Curriculum for England, GCSE and A Levels.

Amstelland International School Amstelveen W: amstelland-international-school.nl T: 020 - 820 90 91

European School Bergen W: esbergen.eu T: 072 589 01 09

Gifted Minds International School Hoofddorp W: gmischool.nl T: 023 888 88 74

Types of education: GMIS offers 2 comprehensive rigorous academic programs of learning and teaching in combination: International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program (IBPYP) and Common Core State Standards (CCSS).

Haarlemmermeer Lyceum Baron de Coubertinlaan 2 2134 CG Hoofddorp

Nieuwe Molenaarslaan 20 2134 AS Hoofddorp T: 023 563 16 44 W: haarlemmermeerlyceum.nl

Haarlemmermeer Lyceum prepares its students for an international future by equipping them with the competences they need to succeed in a fast-changing and globalised world. This includes developing strong language skills, stimulating tolerance and understanding in a diverse and multicultural environment, and providing extensive opportunities to communicate and collaborate across geographic, cultural and religious borders. The school offers a Dutch as a Second Language Programme’ (NT2) for students with an international background.

International French School Amsterdam W: internationalfrenchschool.com E: contact@ieg.education 1) Multilingualism 2) Positive pedagogy and differentiated teaching 3) Creativity and entrepreneurship

Opening of « maternelle », “élémentaire” and “collège” levels in September 2021 (Nursery/ Infant/ Junior school and Secondary school). Opening of “lycée”( high school) in September 2022.

Bilingual program (French and English) for “maternelle” and “élémentaire” levels. Preparation for international sections (American or English) in middle and high school. Dutch teaching starting at nursery level, additional languages (Spanish or German) offered in middle and high school. Additional services: school catering, extra-curricular activities after school hours and during the holidays

International School of Amsterdam Amstelveen W: isa.nl T: 020 347 11 11

Types of education: The International School of Amsterdam, founded in 1964, continues to be a global leader in education for international understanding – inspiring our diverse community of students to learn and live with purpose. ISA was the first school in the world to offer all three core International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes—Primary Years, Middle Years and the Diploma—and the school serves as a foundational leader in the continued development of each programme’s global curriculum to this day. We have over 1320 students range from Nursery to Grade 12 who come from over 60 countries from around the world. We offer a truly challenging IB curriculum that embraces global perspectives and respects the identity, experiences and aspirations of all of our individual students. At ISA we believe in developing minds, character and communities.

International School Haarlem W: internationalschoolhaarlem.nl T: 023-220 00 01

Types of education: 4-11 year olds: IPC and British Curriculum for English and Maths, IPC 11-15 year olds: MYP (International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program) Candidate school for DP

International School Hilversum ‘Alberdingk Thijm’ W: ishilversum.nl T: 035 672 99 31

Programme (KG - Grade 5) 11-16 year olds IB Middle Years Programme (Grade 6 - 10) 16-18 year olds IB Diploma Programme (Grade11 - 12) Offered diplomas: International Baccalaureate Diploma

Lycée Français Vincent Van Gogh Rustenburgerstraat 246 1073 GK AMSTERDAM W: lfvvg.com T: 020 644 65 07 International American section from the 6th year (CE2)

Optimist International School Hoofddorp W: optimist-international-school.nl/ T: 023 303 59 24

Types of education: OIS (ages 4 - 11)follows the International Primary Curriculum. Learning guidance is taken from the British National Curriculum for Maths and English. We also offer sport, music, art and dance based extra curricular activities. We currently have availability in all groups. New children are welcome throughout the academic year.

Supreme College Nederland Koning Willemstraat 1 Castricum W: supremecollege.nl T: 06 1090 78 99

Types of education: MYP year 4, MYP year 5, VWO year 4

International Primary School Hilversum W: ipshilversum.nl T: 035 621 60 53

International School Laren Langsakker 4 Laren W: islaren.nl T: 035 206 33 02

Young Expat Services Laren W: youngexpatservices.nl T: 06 14 36 66 27 Workfield: Amsterdam and maybe educational / consultancy

ZUID-HOLLAND

American School of The Hague Wassenaar Rijksstraatweg 200 2241 BX Wassenaar W: ash.nl T: 070 512 10 60

Types of education by age or age group Early Childhood Education - ages 3-6 years

Upper Elementary School - ages 7-10 Middle School - ages 11 - 4 High School - ages 15 - 18 Special Education - ages 7-18 English as an Additional Language Learning Support Enrichment Athletics, Arts and Action Programs Co-Curricular Program Emphasis on Student Well-Being English as language of instruction Flexible start dates for all qualifying applicants (IBD) & Certificates Advanced Placement (AP) Combination of IB & AP High School Diploma

British School in The Netherlands W: britishschool.nl T: 070 315 40 77

Types of education: Junior School, British National Primary Curriculum 3-5 year olds - Foundation Stages 1 & 2 5-7 year olds - Years 1 and 2 (Key Stage 1) 7-11 year olds - Years 3 to 6 (Key Stage 2) Senior School, academic programme 11-14 year olds - Years 7 to 9 (Key Stage 3) British National Curriculum 14-16 year olds - Years 10 and 11 (Key Stage4) General Certificate Secondary Education (GCSE) 16-18 year olds - Years 12 and 13 (Sixth Form) Students choose from A-levels, BTECs IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) or IB Career related Programme (IBCP) Languages for education: English Starting date for pupils: flexible

Junior School Leidschenveen (JSL) Vrouw Avenweg 640 2493 WZ The Hague Junior School Diamanthorst (JSD) Saffierhorst 117 2592 GK Den Haag Junior School Vlaskamp (JSV) Vlaskamp 19 2592 AA Den Haag Senior School Leidschenveen (SSL) Vrouw Avenweg 422 2493 WX Den Haag Senior School Voorschoten (SSV) Jan van Hooflaan 3 2252 BG Voorschoten

German International school The Hague Deutsche Internationle Schule W: disdh.nl T: 070 354 94 54

We include all levels from Kindergarten through Sekundarstufe II (student ages 3 to 18).

European School The Hague W: europeanschoolthehague.nl T: 070 700 16 00

HSV International Primary School The HSV is an International Primary School offering international education at four locations in different areas of The Hague for children aged 4-11 years old. There is an international pre-school called Three Little Ships for children aged 3-4. Lighthouse Special Education is the international special school.

HSV International Primary School KSS - Koningin Sophiestraat T: 070 324 34 53 W: hsvid.nl HSV International Primary School NSL - Nassaulaan T: 070 318 49 50 HSV International Primary School VHS - Van Heutszstraat T: 070 205 11 41 HSV International Primary School VNS - Van Nijenrodestraat T: 070 328 14 41 T: 070 335 56 98 W: threelittleships.nl

Type of education: The HSV is an International Primary School offering international education for children aged 3 to 11 years old. The Mathematics and Literacy curriculum is based on the English National Curriculum. White Rose is used to deliver Maths lessons and The Power of Reading is used in Literacy, high quality texts are at the centre of learning. The International Primary Curriculum is used to provide rich cross curricular learning, the concept of international mindedness underpins the entire curriculum. There are specialist teachers for music, expressive art and physical education. English as an Additional Language (EAL) is available for children who are new or developing English. Dutch language and cultural lessons are available as part of the Host Country Language (HCL) offering. Jigsaw is used in Personal, Social and Health Education offering a mindful approach. Computing and Technology is an integral part of the curriculum. Children have the opportunity to engage in a rich cultural program which includes theatre and music performances and visits to museums and places of interest.

Our Lighthouse Special Education classes offer education in a safe and stimulating environment to children with additional needs aged 5 to 13 years old. The school’s curriculum is based on communication, life skills, reading, spelling, language and mathematics. The academic programme is based on the English National Curriculum and the International Primary Curriculum (UK), cross referenced with the stated learning outcomes for the Dutch Primary Education Curriculum . Each student works on their own individual learning goals and a range of educational material is available, including the Edmark Reading Program and Numicon. The students’ learning is enhanced through the use of iPads. The children in our Lighthouse classes may join the international mainstream classes as part of their individualised program of learning.

The Three Little Ships is our International Pre-School for children 3 - 4 years old. The curriculum is play-based and designed to develop the children’s communication skills, social skills, fine motor skills and early literacy and numeracy skills (if the student is ready). We focus on the children’s independence skills, self-help skills and help enhance the children’s own personal hygiene and to eat and drink independently. Play is important for young children to learn skills that are crucial for daily life. Therefore, we focus on different sorts of play, such as constructional play, fantasy play, messy play and play guided by the teacher so that communication, social and emotional development can take place. We also have an early intervention programme for very young children with additional needs

The International School of the Hague T: 070 3281 450 Secondary school T: 070 3384 567 Primary school W: ishthehague.nl 2584 AA DEN HAAG (NL) W: lfvvg.com T: 070 306 69 20

International American section from the 6th year (CE2)

International Waldorf School the Hague W: internationalwaldorfschool.nl T: 070 783 00 30

Types of education: IPY IPC(International Primary Curriculum) IB

De Blijberg International Primary school Rotterdam W:.blijberg.nl T: 010 737 17 55

Nord Anglia International School Rotterdam W: naisr.nl T: 010 422 53 51

Types of education: IEYC IPC IMYC IB

Rotterdam International Secondary School W: riss.wolfert.nl T: 010 890 77 44

Types of education: Grade 6, 7, and 8: Foundation Years Grade 9, and 10: Middle Years Programme, IGCSE Grade 11, and 12: International Baccalaureate

Elckerlyc International School Leiderdorp W: elckerlyc.net T: 071 589 68 61

Types of education: 3-4 year olds IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum) 5-11 year olds IPC (International Primary Curriculum) Elckerlyc International is a member of The Dutch International Primary Schools (DIPS). This means that our school offers international education embedded in a Dutch context; as such we operate within the framework of the Dutch educational system. Here at Elckerlyc, we believe education is much more than numeracy and literacy. It is also about responsibility, dealing with your own and other people’s emotions, respect and communication. We follow the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) in groups 0 and 1 and the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) in groups 2-7

International School of Delft W: internationalschooldelft.nl T: 015 285 00 38 – Primary T: 015 820 02 08 - Secondary

Types of education: IBPYP (Primary Years Programme – International IBMYP Year 1-4 (extending year by year)

International School Het Rijnlands Lyceum Oegstgeest W: isrlo.nl T: 071 519 35 55

International School Wassenaar Rijnlands Lyceum Backershagenlaan 5 2243 AB Wassenaar W: internationalschoolwassenaar.nl T: 070-512 18 00

For school year 2021-2022 we will be offering the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (IB MYP) 1 to 4 (Year 7 to Year 10).

NOORD-BRABANT

International School Breda W: internationalschoolbreda.nl T: 076 560 78 70

Types of educationby age or group: International Primary Curriculum (IPC) International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (IB MYP) International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP)

UWC Maastricht Discusworp 65 6225 XP Maastricht T: 043 241 04 10 W: uwcmaastricht

UWC Maastricht brings together young people from all walks of life to work together towards peace and a sustainable future. We offer international education to students (aged 4-19) in our Primary School, International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme and International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. At the moment we boast over 900 students of more than 100 different nationalities. At UWC Maastricht we equip them with the attitudes, skills and knowledge to live a meaningful and flourishing life. The UWC educational experience is about knowing and acting. We nurture an understanding of the world and its major challenges, and help students discover how they can serve others and make a positive contribution to society. For students aged 16-19 we also offer a residential programme on our campus.

BUSINESS SCHOOLS AND UNIVERSITIES

Open Universiteit W: ou.nl T: 045 576 22 22

GRONINGEN

Energy Delta Institute W: energydelta.org T: 088 116 68 00

International Business School Groningen W: hanze.nl T: 050 595 23 00

University of Groningen W: rug.nl T: 050 363 91 11

OVERIJSSEL

University of Twente Enschede W: utwente.nl T: 053 489 91 11

Examples of the Master Programme: Over 30 programmes in the following fields of study: Mechanical Engineering Chemical Engineering Electrical Engineering Civil Engineering and Management Industrial Design Business Administration Communication Studies Psychology Computer Science Nanotechnology Geo-information Science and Earth Observation Water Technology Key research areas include nanotechnology, biomedical technology, ICT, sustainable energy and governance. University of Twente does not approach new technologies in isolation, but in relation to behavioural, social, and management sciences, combining high tech with a human touch.

Examples of the Bachelor Program: 16 BSc programmes in the following fields of study: Mechanical Engineering Chemical Engineering Electrical Engineering Civil Engineering Industrial Design Business Communication Science Psychology Computer Science Advanced Technology Industrial Engineering

Windesheim Zwolle W: windesheim.nl T: 088 - 469 99 11

GELDERLAND

Arnhem Business School T: 024 353 05 00 W: arnhembusinessschool.com

Business School Nederland Buren W: www.bsn.tel T: 0344 57 90 30

Radboud Universiteit Nijmegen W: ru.nl T: 024 361 61 61

Wageningen University W: www.wur.nl T: 0317 48 01 00

UTRECHT

Frontline Business Utrecht W: flbs.nl T: 06 54 32 83 80

IBO Qualified Business School Leusden W: ibo.nl T: 033 422 99 60

Nyenrode Business Universiteit Breukelen W: nyenrode.nl T: 0346 29 14 84

Utrecht University W: uu.nl/masters T: 030 253 26 70 Examples of the Master Programme: Duration: generally 1 or 2 years - Earth and Sustainability - Economics and Governance - Education Health and Life Sciences - Language, literature and communication - Law - Mathematics and Information Sciences - Media, arts, culture and history - Natural sciences - Philosophy and religious studies - Social and behavioural sciences Languages for education: English and/or Dutch Examples of the Bacehelor Programme: Duration: 3 years - English-taught programmes: - College of Pharmaceutical Sciences - Economics and Business Economics - Global Sustainability Science - History

NOORD-HOLLAND

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Several locations in Amsterdam W: amsterdamuas.com T: 020 595 14 05

Europort Business School Amsterdam W: epbs.nl T: 06 20 49 12 73

Knowmads Business School Amsterdam W: knowmads.nl T: 06 20 57 57 67

Laureate OnLine Education Amsterdam Zuidoost W: laureate.net T: 020 719 25 50

Team Academy international school for entrepreneurship, Amsterdam W: teamacademy.nl T: 020 723 58 70

Examples of the Bacehelor Programme: Duration:4 years - entrepreneurship - leadership - creation - commercialisation - start your own business - marketing - team learning - international expercience - learning by doing - making real money Languages for education: English

The Open University Business School Amsterdam W: business-school.open.ac.uk T: 020 412 19 62

THNK School of Creative Leadership Amsterdam W: thnk.org T: 020 684 25 06

United International Business Schools Amsterdam W: amsterdam.uibs.org T: 020 521 94 23

University of Amsterdam Amsterdam Business School W: abs.uva.nl T: 020 525 52 50

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam W: vu.nl Examples of the Master Programme Duration: 1 year - Life sciences - Economics and Business administration - Human movement sciences - Humanities Law - Psychology and education - Sciences - Social cciences - Theology - Health sciences Languages for education: English Examples of the Bacehelor Programme Duration: 3 years - Business Analytics - Computer science - International business administration - Liberal arts and sciences (Amsterdam University College) - Literature and Society - Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE, J.S. Mill College) Languages for education: English

Universiteit van Amsterdam UVA Amsterdam W: uva.nl T: 020 525 14 00

Wittenborg University of Applied Sciences Amsterdam W: wittenborg.eu T: 088 667 26 89

ZUID-HOLLAND

Technische Universiteit Delft W: tudelft.nl T: 015 278 91 11

International Business School The Hague W: ibsthehague.nl T: 070 262 94 77

Leiden University Leiden and The Hague W: universiteitleiden.nl/en/education T: 071-527 11 11 Types of education by age or group Bachelor’s Programmes (after completion of secondary school 18+) Master’s Programmes (after completion of a bachelor’s programme 20+) PhD Programmes 14 English-taught bachelors programmes: Duration: 3 years Languages for education: English (plus more han 30 programmes taught in Dutch) 14 English-taught bachelor’s

BA Archaeology BA Arts, Media and Society BSc Cultural Anthropology and Development Sociology BA Dutch Studies BA English Language and Culture BSc International Relations and Organisations BA International Studies BA/BSc Liberal Arts and Sciences: Global Challenges at Leiden University College The Hague BA Linguistics BA Philosophy: Global and Comparative Perspectives BSc Psychology BSc Security Studies BA South and Southeast Asian Studies BA Urban Studies

63 English-taught master’s programmes Archaeology: MA Archaeology

Governance and Global Affairs: MSc Crisis and Security Management MSc Cyber Security MSc International Relations and Diplomacy MSc Public Administration

Faculty of Humanities: MA African Studies MA African Studies (Research) MA Arts and Culture MA Arts, Literature and Media (Research) MA Asian Studies (60EC) MA Asian Studies (120 EC)

MA Asian Studies (Research) MA Classics and Ancient Civilizations MA Classics and Ancient Civilizations (Research) MA European Politics and Society MA History MA History (Research) MA International Relations MA Latin American Studies MA Latin American Studies (Research) MA Linguistics MA Linguistics (Research) MA Literary Studies MA Media Studies MA Middle Eastern Studies MA Middle Eastern Studies (Research) MA North American Studies MA Philosophy (60 EC) MA Philosophy (120 EC) MA Religious Studies MA Russian and Eurasian Studies

Leiden Law School: Advanced LLM Air and Space Law Advanced LLM European and International Business Law Advanced LLM European and International Human Rights Law Advanced LLM International Children’s Rights Advanced LLM International Civil and Commercial Law Advanced LLM International Dispute Settlement and Arbitration Advanced LLM Law and Finance Advanced LLM Law and Digital Technologies Advanced LLM Public International Law LLM Law MSc Law and Society MSc Crime and Criminal Justice

Faculty of Medicine: MSc Biomedical Sciences MSc Vitality and Ageing

Faculty of Science: MSc Astronomy MSc Biology MSc Bio-Pharmaceutical Sciences MSc Chemistry MSc Computer Science MSc Governance of Sustainability MSc ICT in Business and the Public Sector MSc Industrial Ecology MSc Life Science and Technology MSc Mathematics MSc Media Technology MSc Physics MSc Statistical Science for the Life and Behavioural Sciences

Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences: MSc Cultural Anthropology and Development Sociology MSc Developmental Psychopathology in Education and Child Studies (Research) MSc Education and Child Studies MSc Political Science MSc Psychology MSc Psychology (Research)

Webster Leiden Campus W: webster.nl T: 071 516 80 00

Rotterdam Business School of Applied Sciences T: 010 794 62 64 W: rotterdamuas.com

Rotterdam School of Management Erasmus University W: rsm.nl T: 010 408 22 22 Examples of the Master Programme Duration: 1-2 years 30+ English-language master programmes with 50+ specializations - Business & Management - Finance & Accounting - Economics & Econometrics - Law - Social Sciences (Psychology, Sociology, Education) - Humanities (History, Media, Arts & Culture, Philosophy) - Medicine and Health - Life Sciences Languages for education: English

Examples of the Bacehelor Programme: Duration: 3 years - Philosophy - Econometrics & Economics - Arts & Culture - Communication & Media - Econometrics & Operations Research - Economics & Business Economics - History - Psychology - International Business Administration - Liberal Arts & Sciences - Management of International Social Challenges Languages for education: English

NOORD-BRABANT

Eindhoven University of Technology W: tue.nl T: 040 247 91 11

Tilburg University W: tilburguniversity.edu T: 013 466 91 11

LIMBURG

Maastricht School of Management W: msm.nl T: 043 387 08 08

Maastricht University W: maastrichtuniversity.nl T: 043 - 388 22 22

Zuyd Universityof Applied Sciences Maastricht W: zuyd.nl T: 043 346 66 66

LANGUAGE SCHOOLS

Flowently language sessions T: 06 4133 93 23 W: flowently.com

Live and online sessions for 1 or 2 people for all language levels, including civic integration and NT2 exams With a private tutor, available in 100 cities, 7 days a week, 8AM - 10PM Design your own Dutch course and learn what is useful to you

Language Institute Regina Coeli T: 073 684 87 90 W: reginacoeli.com

Tailor-made language training courses in the following languages: Arabic, Chinese, Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish

Centre Français-Néerlandais Walenpleintje 157-159, 1012 JZ Amsterdam T: 020 - 623 2074 W: centrefrancaisneerlandais.nl speaking professors. General courses, conversation courses and thematic courses. Private courses possible. - Dutch courses for francophones, both online and offline, specifically catered to the needs and difficulties of the French speaking community. - Courses by native Dutch professors - Cultural events and workshops New courses starting in May, July (summer courses), September and November

STE Languages Aalsterweg 3 5615 CA Eindhoven T: 040 245 28 60 E: info@ste.nl W: ste.nl

- Group training at STE Small groups, big steps. Experience the support and motivation from your group. - Civic integration Discover the Dutch language and culture. An effective preparative course for the civic integration examination and State exams. - One-on-one courses Maximum impact from individual training. Fully tailored to your learning goals. - Tailor-made solutions Customization in language training, insight into language levels and advice on language development. - In-company group training courses Language training based on cases from the workplace. An investment that pays for itself. - Online Classroom Always on the ball for digital learning solutions. Convenient for students that are not always able to attend a training session face-to-face and ideal for students who want to attend fully online programs.

Alliance Française Amsterdam T: 020 523 07 42 W: afamsterdam.nl

Exact information about the studies/ programs in 2021: courses for francophone and non-francophone children aged 3-4, 5-6, 7-10 and 11-15 y-o, at OBA Oosterdok and at Lycée Van Gogh, holiday programs for children, online private courses, Dutch courses for French-speaking people (courses taught by native teachers), general French courses for adults, thematic workshops, business courses for all levels, events related to the Francophonie Month in March, Tapis Rouge, courses from 13,50€/ hour, our new session of courses will start on the week of 13/09/2021.

Heart of Language T: heartoflanguage.nl T: 06 4531 47 50

Language courses in deep relaxation, online or in the Hague. All levels and ages

Taalthuis Lorentzplein 25 2012 HH Haarlem T: 023 305 03 05 E: info@taalthuis.nl T: taalthuis.nl.

At Taalthuis you can follow courses at different levels both online as face-toface in a classroom. We aim to make learning a fun experience! Founded in 2006 Taalthuis now is a well-known language institute in the Netherlands for higher educated students. With lesson locations in seven different cities in the Netherlands, Taalthuis makes it possible for expats, au pairs and international students to learn Dutch all over the Netherlands.

Taalthuis uses its own course materials at the Beginner and Intermediate levels. During the courses you will be exploring all kind of interesting subjects and current topics. Each lesson takes 2 hours and 15 minutes. Besides that you need to spend about 5 hours weekly on homework. For the Advanced courses the lessons are 2,5 hours and the homework will be more. The e-learning is an important tool that helps you with vocabulary, pronunciation and provides you with challenging exercises.

The BSN Language Centre T: 070 315 40 80 W: bsnlanguagecentre.nl/

Adult English courses, group (in person and online) lessons and private lessons (level A2-C1 advanced) Adult Dutch courses, group (in person and online) lessons and private lessons (complete beginners to B2 upper intermediate) Young learners English in-person courses (ages 5-12) Adult Dutch Semi-Intensive 4-week Course (March and November) IELTS Exam Preparation Course Summer Intensive English Course (July 2021) Summer School for children (5-16) CELTA (Certificate in English Language Teaching) Course (September 2021) We will break for the summer in July and courses will begin in either September/ October 2021. We have ongoing enrolment for our adult English and young learner courses

Kickstart School T: 070-3607860 W: kickstartschool.nl

- Dutch courses (All levels); Online and Face2Face; group and private courses - Exam training Dutch NT2: Inburgering, Staatsexam Programme I & II - English courses; general and communication; group and private courses - English exam training: Cambridge, IELTS and TOEFL - Chinese Communication and exam courses; group and private courses - Company courses (Dutch, English, Chinese; Remote and Face2Face) - Language training for children (4-18); Dutch, English or Chinese

Direct Dutch Institute T: 070-365 46 77 W: directdutch.com

At Direct Dutch we are determined to help you achieve your Dutch language goals. Why not start now? Our online classes (from A1 to B2) offer the same format and structure as our classical courses. The classes are based on the direct method: they are highly interactive with a focus on communication. New words and structures are introduced by means of question and answer series. Dutch is spoken in class from the very first lesson (grammar will be explained in English when necessary). For our online classes we have changed the group size from 8 to 6. Reading and writing are taught by means of practical (homework) exercises.

When moving to the Netherlands with children, your first plan might be to send your kids to an international school. International schools offer curriculums that are recognized around the world. But you may want to consider a Dutch school. Is this a good option for your family? It depends on a few factors.

Duration of stay One of the most important things is to think about whether you’ll be staying in the country for only a short time or settling in for a longer time. If short-term, it may be easier to go to an international school, especially if you and your child both speak English. Maybe an international school feels like a soft landing. The language in these schools is English and this might feel more comfortable and recognizable for your child and you as a parent. If you plan to stay in the Netherlands for longer – say, more than three years – a Dutch school may be a good plan. Age of your child Young children will pick up a new language with relative ease during play. The focus for 4- and 5-year-olds in Dutch schools is learning by playing. At this age it is fairly easy to learn the Dutch language. In most schools, children will have to go to a Dutch language immersion class first. After one year of immersion, children can attend a regular Dutch school and join their peers. Children over the age of 10 might may have to repeat the school year after their immersion class.

Costs Dutch schools are government-funded. Parents pay a voluntary contribution varying from €60 - €150 per year, although it is higher for some schools. You may also have to pay extra for “in-between school care”, i.e. staying in school during lunch break.

International schools come with a significantly higher price tag – between €4,500 and €23,000 each year. For international schools on the lower end of the financial spectrum, you’ll need to fulfil certain placement requirements.

Different curriculums Dutch schools offer a lot of choices. State-funded schools follow different philosophies, religions and pedagogical principals, all within the Dutch curriculum. Secondary school comes in several levels. If you opt for international schooling, you don’t need to be an expert in the distinctionsbetween IB, British or American, but your choice may make a difference if you anticipate another international move in the future. Another consideration is whether your child has the academic skills for an IB curriculum or you’d prefer a school where a vocational program is also available. Educational consultancy to help you make the right choice Every family has a unique combination of budget, ages, native languages and duration of stay in the Netherlands. Consider what’s right for your family and contact Young Expat Services for personal advice.

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