11 schools found in Amsterdam
This is not an exhaustive list. The Netherlands has many more international and bilingual schools — this directory is designed to give you a helpful starting point. For a full personalised search based on your location, budget and requirements, contact our school advisors.
Premium private IB World School in a monumental building surrounded by historical parkland. Known for personalised learning and a bilingual environment. Ages 3–18.
Accredited Data: Premier IB World School in the Netherlands. Long-established and widely recognised for its full IB continuum from age 2 to 18. Founded in 1964, ISA was among the first schools in the world to offer all core IB programmes.
Government-subsidised IB school within the Esprit group. Three campuses (South, SE, West) offering affordable international education in English. Ages 4–18.
Verify Eligibility — DIS Admissions Warning
To qualify for these fees (€4k–€9k), you must meet one of three Dutch Ministry criteria: 1. Temporary work expat, 2. Dutch returnee from 2+ years abroad, or 3. Moving abroad within 2 years. Otherwise, you may be charged private rates.
Unbeatable price for IB Diploma (age 15+). Affordable route to the IB Diploma alongside Dutch pre-academic preparation within the Esprit network. Ages 15–18.
Verify Eligibility — DIS Admissions Warning
To qualify for these fees (€4k–€9k), you must meet one of three Dutch Ministry criteria: 1. Temporary work expat, 2. Dutch returnee from 2+ years abroad, or 3. Moving abroad within 2 years. Otherwise, you may be charged private rates.
Traditional British education in a converted prison (now stunning). International non-profit day school providing world-class British-style learning for children from 3 to 18 years.
The French anchor in the city. AEFE-approved French school with an international outlook across two sites in central Amsterdam. Bilingual English/French education. Ages 2–18.
A public bilingual school with a massive international focus. At secondary level, students choose between the Dutch track and the English IB Diploma Programme. Ages 4–18.
Verify Eligibility — DIS Admissions Warning
To qualify for these fees (€4k–€9k), you must meet one of three Dutch Ministry criteria: 1. Temporary work expat, 2. Dutch returnee from 2+ years abroad, or 3. Moving abroad within 2 years. Otherwise, you may be charged private rates.
Community-focused primary school. Develops internationally minded, curious and empathetic young people. International primary curriculum with relationship building at the heart of everything. Ages 4–11.
Verify Eligibility — DIS Admissions Warning
To qualify for these fees (€4k–€9k), you must meet one of three Dutch Ministry criteria: 1. Temporary work expat, 2. Dutch returnee from 2+ years abroad, or 3. Moving abroad within 2 years. Otherwise, you may be charged private rates.
Japanese curriculum school in Amsterdam for Japanese-speaking families. Follows the Japanese calendar and curriculum exclusively. Fees not publicly listed — contact the school directly. Ages 6–16.
Boutique bilingual primary with tiny class sizes and a 50/50 Dutch/English language split. Amsterdam and The Hague campuses. Ages 4–12.
The most famous Steiner school in Amsterdam. Dutch state school following the Waldorf/Steiner methodology. Voluntary contribution model. Many expat children attend. Ages 4–18.
Can't find a spot at AICS or DENISE?
These schools are notoriously full. Book a "Waitlist Strategy Session" to find backup schools in Haarlem, Almere, or Hilversum — all within the Amsterdam metro area.
The Netherlands has around 120 state-funded bilingual secondary schools (tweetalig onderwijs) where roughly half of all subjects are taught in English. These are free Dutch state schools — final exams are in Dutch, but the bilingual immersion is excellent preparation for international university. Some schools offer special programmes for non-Dutch speakers.
Note: These are Dutch state secondary schools (voortgezet onderwijs) with bilingual programmes. Final exams are in Dutch. Admission is based on Dutch primary school advice. For families planning to stay long-term and integrate into Dutch society, these can be an excellent free alternative to private international schools.
Not sure which school is right for your family?
Our advisors help families shortlist the right schools based on budget, location and language goals.
We use cookies to improve your experience
We use essential cookies to keep the site working and optional analytics cookies to understand how families use our guides. We never use cookies to track you for advertising or share data with schools. · Data Ethics Policy