International schools

While the Dutch have a strong education system, there is also the possibility to opt for international schooling. There are several international schools in and around Amsterdam.​

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.​

There are several independent international schools in Amsterdam area. Click on the school for more information.
In Amsterdam:​

• 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)

• Ecole Français d'Amsterdam (private)

Around Amsterdam: ​

The following international schools are located outside Amsterdam:​

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• Amstelveen: International School Amsterdam (ISA)
• Amstelveen: Albert Einstein International Day & Boarding school
  

• Almere: International Primary School Letterland
  
• Almere: International School Almere
• Hilversum: International School Hilversum

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

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.​

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

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: Stichting Internationaal Onderwijs​

• Amsterdam International Community School
  
• Ecole Francaise d'Amsterdam
  
• European School Bergen
  
• International Primary School Letterland Almere
  
• International School of Almere
  
• International School of Amsterdam
  
• The British School of Amsterdam