13 schools across the Netherlands
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.
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.
Integrated Montessori school and after-school care near The Hague. All-Day concept (8am–6pm) combining Montessori methodology with IB principles. Ages 3–12.
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.
Small class sizes with personalised attention. Seamlessly integrating English and Dutch languages. Daily lunch provided, flexible vacation, experiential learning and a diverse cultural programme. Ages 4–12.
Just outside Amsterdam near Schiphol. Subsidized international primary using the IPC curriculum. Happy, safe and encouraging learning environment. Ages 4–12.
Unique trilingual curriculum. Three language sections — Dutch, French and English-speaking. Pupils follow the curriculum in their language section then choose a second EU working language. Ages 4–18.
Arts and nature-focused primary. Integrates cognitive and artistic education — head, heart and hands. Physical education, handicrafts, art and respect for the natural world. Ages 4–12.
The only international special needs school in NL. Individualised education for children aged 3–13 who are unable to access international mainstream education. Safe, structured environment for complex learning needs.
Accredited European school with multiple language sections. Students choose from English, Dutch, French, German or Spanish as their primary language of instruction. Ages 4–18.
Boutique feel in a university city. The first international school in Leiden. Mission: a safe learning environment for every student to become self-aware and an active global citizen. Ages 4–11.
Affordable path for older students (11+). Cross-curricular education inclusive of all cognitive levels, cultures and linguistic backgrounds. An international department inside a large Dutch school. Ages 11–18.
Bilingual Dutch/English primary. Part of Groningse Schoolvereniging (GSV). Bilingual English/Dutch school with an International Department teaching entirely in English. Ages 3–11.
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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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