2 schools found in Hilversum
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.
IB Primary Years Programme school in Hilversum. Government-subsidised Dutch International School offering high-quality international primary education. Ages 4–12.
Long-standing IB World School offering all three IB programmes (PYP, MYP, DP) — one of only a handful in Northern Europe. 50+ nationalities, conveniently located between Amsterdam and Utrecht. Ages 4–18.
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.
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