International School Wassenaar - Rijnlands Lyceum vs Rotterdam International Secondary School

	I International School Wassenaar - Rijnlands Lyceum Rotterdam, Netherlands	R Rotterdam International Secondary School Rotterdam, Netherlands
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €8,400 - 9,600	Fees / year €9,160 - 10,290
Age range	Age range 11 - 18 years	Age range 11 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (MYP), IB (DP)	Curriculum IB (DP), BTEC Qualification, Cambridge IGCSE
Pupils	Pupils 360	Pupils 300
Typical class size	Typical class size 26	Typical class size 18
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English, Dutch
Opened	Opened 2019	Opened —
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location The International School Wassenaar is located at Backershagenlaan 5, 2243 AB, Wassenaar, The Netherlands. It is part of the Rijnlands Lyceum Wassenaar campus. The admissions contact is +31 (0)70 512 18 00 and admissions@rijnlandslyceum-rlw.nl.	Location Rotterdam International Secondary School operates on two campuses in Rotterdam, Netherlands. The Junior Campus is located at Bentincklaan 294, 3039 KK Rotterdam. The Senior Campus is located at Schimmelpenninckstraat 23, 3039 KS Rotterdam. Contact numbers are +31 (0) 10 890 7744 (Junior) and +31 (0) 10 890 7755 (Senior).
Stages	Stages The school offers the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (DP).	Stages Foundation Years (Grades 6-8); Middle Years (Grades 9-10); Senior Years (Grades 11-12).
School type	School type —	School type The school is an international school offering the IB Diploma Programme and IB Career-related Programme.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support The school provides Basisondersteuning (basic support) available to all students, with a three-tier support system (Ondersteuningslijnen 1–3) including teachers, mentors, a Passend Onderwijs coordinator, and external care providers. It includes language and learning support (e.g., dyslexia) and individual handelingsplannen; a ZorgAdviesTeam (ZAT) coordinates care and there are confidentiality processes.	Additional learning support Counselling services for students, including support for test anxiety, mood concerns, and navigating friendships.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation The Netherlands	Country affiliation —
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure The regular timetable runs from 08:25 to 16:15, with a morning break 10:40–11:00, lunch 12:30–13:00 and an afternoon break 14:30–14:45. A shortened timetable is used during teacher report weeks.	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application fee - A non-refundable application fee of EUR 300 is payable at the time of application. Tuition fees - MYP1–MYP5: EUR 8,400 per year. - DP1–DP2: EUR 9,600 per year. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition is charged annually in advance. Fees can be paid in full up front or in three instalments. - The school issues the billing under a school-fee agreement for payment; instalment schedules and due dates are set in that agreement and by the school. Deposit and refund-related terms - A refundable placement deposit of EUR 500 is required before a student can be placed. The deposit is refunded when a student leaves after all loaned books are returned and any outstanding charges have been settled. - A minimum of 60 days' notice in writing is required to withdraw a student. Unless full notice is given, fees will continue to be charged and the deposit may not be returned in accordance with the school's standard terms and conditions. Other costs and compulsory extras - Compulsory trips and activities: Additional costs apply for compulsory, curriculum-linked trips and activities; parents will be informed of these costs at the start of the year. - Compulsory PHE (PE) kit: All students must purchase the compulsory PE kit from the school's supplier (MKH Business). - Compulsory laptop: All students must either rent or purchase a specified Dell Latitude 3140 2‑in‑1 laptop via the school's supplier (The Rent Company / Easy4u Nederland). - Special assistance: If a personal educational assistant is required, parents/guardians are responsible for the costs. - Other optional costs: Non-compulsory trips, optional extracurricular activities (music, sports clubs, exchanges) and examination fees (where applicable) are charged separately and notified to parents. Refund information - The application fee (EUR 300) is explicitly non-refundable. - The placement deposit (EUR 500) is refundable on departure provided all school property is returned and outstanding charges are paid. Failure to provide full withdrawal notice may affect whether the deposit is returned. - Tuition refunds on mid-year withdrawals are governed by the school's standard terms and conditions and the withdrawal notice requirement; parents should note that fees continue to be charged unless the required notice is given.	Fee details Application fees - There is no separate application fee to submit an application. Families are charged fees only after a student has been admitted and started attending school. Registration fee and security deposit - New student registration fee: € 250 (per student). This administration fee is charged after placement. - New student security deposit: € 500 (per student). The deposit is paid on acceptance of a placement and secures the student's place. The security deposit is not refundable if the student does not enter the school. The deposit is held while the student is enrolled and is fully refundable when the student leaves, provided there is no outstanding money owed and required proof of leaving documentation has been completed; outstanding debts will be deducted from the deposit. Tuition fees (annual) by year group - Grades 6–9: € 9,160 per year. - Grade 10: € 8,890 per year. - Grade 11: € 10,290 per year. (A Chromebook charge of € 400 is shown separately for Grade 11 new entrants.) - Grade 12: € 9,950 per year. - The published tuition figures include a capital fee (capital maintenance) of € 500 per child, the cost of the annual school trip for Grades 6–9 and Grade 11, the Grade 9 GDC contribution and a PTA contribution of € 20 per child; those included items are non-refundable if a student leaves during the school year. Instalment payment schedules (example breakdowns and dates for the 2025–2026 academic year) - Instalment option: the school offers payment in five instalments. An instalment-payment charge of € 60 per student is applied when choosing instalments. A single full payment avoids the € 60 instalment charge and receives a € 100 discount on the school fees. Payment option choices must be submitted using the school declaration form by the stated deadline. - Instalment dates (2025–2026 example): - 1st instalment due by 01/10/25 - 2nd instalment due by 01/11/25 - 3rd instalment due by 01/12/25 - 4th instalment due by 01/01/26 - 5th instalment due by 01/02/26 - Payments must be made without deduction within 14 days or before the stipulated due date on the invoice. - Instalment examples (showing new/returning and first/second child distinctions): - Grades 6–9 (school fee € 9,160): instalment totals and per-instalment amounts vary by first/second child and new/returning status; example instalment amounts when invoiced by instalments are listed in the school fee booklet under the Grade 6–9 section. Single-payment totals reflect the removal of the € 60 instalment charge and a € 100 discount. - Grade 10 (school fee € 8,890): five equal instalments of € 1,940 for a first child new-student instalment schedule are shown for 2025–2026; single-payment totals similarly show the € 100 discount applied. Exact instalment amounts by category are available in the detailed instalment tables. - Grade 11 (school fee € 10,290 plus Chromebook € 400): instalment schedules show five instalments of € 2,300 (first-child new-student example) for 2025–2026; totals for single payment remove the € 60 instalment-charge and include the € 100 discount. - Grade 12 (school fee € 9,950): instalment schedules show five instalments of € 2,152 (first-child new-student example) for 2025–2026; single-payment totals remove the instalment charge and include the € 100 discount. Billing schedule and payment terms - Invoices are issued by the central administration of the Wolfert van Borselen Schoolgroup. Payment details and the bank account number are supplied with the invoice. Invoices are sent by e-mail (WisCollect). Debtors can pay invoices using iDEAL or by manual bank transfer; when making manual transfers, the invoice number and student name must be given as the payment reference. Company payments must use the single-payment option. Payment option forms must be returned by the stated deadline. Payments must be made without deduction within 14 days or before the invoice due date. Late or outstanding payments are subject to collection procedures by the central administration. Boarding fees - Boarding is not offered at this school. Students must live with a parent or guardian in the Netherlands; boarding fees are therefore not applicable. Other costs and fees - Chromebook (Grade 11 new students): € 400 (charged separately in the Grade 11 fee breakdown). - Instalment payment charge: € 60 per student if paying by instalments (pro‑rata for families joining mid-year). Single full payment removes this charge. - Textbook replacement: unreturned textbooks are charged at € 25 per book to cover replacement costs. - Examination fees (additional, invoiced separately): approximate ranges apply and are charged by the external awarding bodies; approximate costs for 2025–2026 are shown as: - Grade 10 IGCSE (10 subjects): approximately € 850–€ 1,050. - Grade 12 IB Diploma: approximately € 850. - Grade 12 IB Career-related Programme: approximately € 850. Examination fees must be paid before registration; students will not be entered for exams if examination fees or other outstanding payments are unpaid. Additional late-registration charges or fees resulting from incorrect information are passed on to parents/guardians. - Field trips/day excursions and some optional or specialist trips (for example ski trips) may carry additional small charges; some day or weekend trips and certain external language assessments are excluded from the tuition fee and will be invoiced separately. Snacks/lunch, travel to/from school and library late fees are not included in the tuition fee. - A graphics calculator is supplied for all Grade 9 students and for new Grade 10 and 11 students; loss or damage requiring replacement is charged to the family. Refund information and leaving/entry pro rata rules - Capital fee, the annual school trip contributions for specified grades and the PTA contribution included in the tuition are non-refundable if a student leaves during the school year. The security deposit is refundable on leaving provided there are no outstanding debts and proof of leaving documentation is submitted; the security deposit is not refundable if the student never takes up the offered place. Textbook replacement charges may be deducted from the deposit where applicable. - Pro rata rules for fees due on entry and fees due on leaving are published as a monthly percentage table. Example percentages for fees due on leaving in the 2025–2026 schedule include: August 50%, September 50%, October 50%, November 50%, December 50%, January 60%, February 70%, March 80%, April 90%, May 100%, June 100%, July 100% (the booklet contains the full month-by-month entry and leaving percentages). Fee payment options - Payment by single full payment (preferred) or by instalments (five instalments) is available. Single full payment receives a € 100 per-student discount and avoids the € 60 instalment charge. Instalment payments are processed by the central administration and attract the € 60 instalment charge per student. Company payments must be completed by the single-payment option. Invoices are issued by the central administration; payment can be made via iDEAL or by manual bank transfer (use invoice number and student name as reference). Summary of the most common immediate costs to expect at admission - Registration fee: € 250 (new students). - Security deposit: € 500 (new students). - Annual tuition (by grade): Grades 6–9 € 9,160; Grade 10 € 8,890; Grade 11 € 10,290 (plus Chromebook € 400 shown separately); Grade 12 € 9,950. - Optional/additional: examination fees and trip charges as invoiced separately; textbook replacement at € 25 per book if required.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements No boarding facilities.	Boarding arrangements The school does not offer boarding facilities.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement The school does not have a uniform; PHE lessons require a PHE uniform.	Uniform requirement PE uniform is required for Grades 6–9; the PE uniform is provided to each student and the initial cost is included in school fees, with replacement items not funded by the school. Dress code applies to all students; clothing should be appropriate and respectful for school, and hats or caps are not allowed in school.
Food options	Food options The cafeteria provides sandwiches, snacks and drinks; students may bring packed lunches.	Food options RISS has a Junior Campus dining area (Aula) and roof terrace, and a Senior Campus canteen where snacks and drinks are available; healthy options and water are provided as part of a Healthy School policy. In class, only water may be consumed, and food must be eaten in designated areas.
House system	House system Four houses: Aquila, Delphinus, Lupus, Ursa. Students are placed in a house upon enrolment. The house system fosters community and healthy competition through inter-house events and house points; the House Cup is awarded at the end of the year.	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership Part of Stichting Het Rijnlands Lyceum; governed by the Rijnlands Lyceum Foundation; the Foundation is the competent authority responsible for the quality of education, financial administration, and accommodation, and is accountable to the Ministry of Education and the Education Inspectorate.	Governance and ownership The school is part of the Wolfert van Borselen school group.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The school teaches the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.	Curriculum details Foundation Years (Grades 6–8); Middle Years (Grades 9–10); Senior Years (Grades 11–12). The Foundation Years include the RISS Rose Programme, an experiential learning track inspired by the Rose Report. The Middle Years include the RISS Reach course, an interdisciplinary middle-years subject that connects to IGCSE studies and prepares students for the IB Career-related Programme and IB Diploma Programme core. In the Senior Years, students pursue the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (DP) and the IB Career-related Programme (CP). The DP core components are Theory of Knowledge, Creativity, Activity and Service, and the Extended Essay. The CP combines a BTEC International Level 3 Diploma in Business with three IB DP subjects, and there is a curriculum scope and sequence for Grades 11 and 12 CP.
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Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression The school prepares students for university and higher vocational education.	Higher education progression —
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning —	Social & emotional learning The Pastoral Programme centers on supporting and exploring the social, emotional and physical well-being of students. The programme starts from the school's core values: relationships, courage, respect and responsibility, with tutors delivering the formal pastoral content and all teachers contributing to its consistent delivery. The International Personal, Social, Emotional and Health Programme of Study from Wayfarer Education is used in tutor classes, focusing on Health and Wellbeing, Identity, Relationships, Health, Society and the Wider World, Risk, Equality, Responsibility, Planning and Preparing for the Future, Change, Power and Future. The tutor mediates the curriculum by building relationships within the class and facilitating discussion, debate and projects. The tutor is the first point of contact for pastoral concerns and is supported by the Head of Section and the counsellor, with horizontal and vertical alignment of the programme across year levels.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language —
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing —	Mental wellbeing Counselling is available to students facing difficulties such as test anxiety, low mood or navigating friendships. Sessions respect privacy, with confidentiality maintained except in cases of abuse, threats to self, or harm to others, which must be reported under Dutch law. Counselling aims to help students set and work toward personal goals, typically within six sessions, and if needed, assistance is provided to access longer-term Dutch mental health care. The process involves referrals via tutors and the Head of Section, with direct contact to the counsellors at cse@wolfert.nl. In emergencies, call 112; the Netherlands' suicide prevention hotline is 113; for suspected abuse or endangerment, contact Veilig House at 0800-2000 or the Rotterdam Crisis Intervention Team at 010 233 00 00.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding RISS is committed to child safety and the well-being and protection of students and staff. It is part of the Wolfert van Borselen school group and serves students from over 50 countries, with safeguarding approaches that consider multicultural aspects and include safety awareness training as an integral part of curriculum delivery. A holistic safeguarding framework includes a comprehensive pastoral programme, a dedicated Student Protection Lead & team, ongoing professional development for teachers and staff, and coordination with local and national authorities who specialize in protecting youth. The school engages students, teachers, staff and parents to maintain a safe and approachable learning environment. For a comprehensive view of protocols, the Key Documents page contains policies and procedures governing child protection issues such as abuse, neglect, bullying (including online), safe hiring, emergency management, and the Dutch reporting code.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The International School Wassenaar delivers the IB Middle Years Programme and the IB Diploma Programme. ISW is part of Rijnlands Lyceum Wassenaar. In 2025 a new wing opened to accommodate the International School on the Rijnlands Lyceum Wassenaar campus. The building sits in a leafy area of Wassenaar near The Hague and Leiden and offers a warm, safe and supportive environment. Dutch is a subject of the IB curriculum, but all other subjects are taught in English.	Facilities overview The Rotterdam International Secondary School operates on two campuses in Rotterdam: the Junior Campus at Bentincklaan 294, 3039 KK Rotterdam, and the Senior Campus at Schimmelpenninckstraat 23, 3039 KS Rotterdam. The Senior Campus houses the RISS Library in the ORC. The library provides a growing collection of books, periodicals, and online resources to support students throughout their education as well as leisure reading for families. Students can borrow ebooks and audiobooks via Sora, and JSTOR and Britannica Schools are available alongside a New York Times subscription for staff and students. A librarian supports research, and the Aura Online Library Catalog provides catalog search access.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The International School Wassenaar offers the IB Middle Years Programme and the IB Diploma Programme. The Dutch language is a subject within the IB curriculum, but all other subjects are taught in English. The school is part of Rijnlands Lyceum Wassenaar, which prepares students for university and higher vocational education. A new wing opened in 2025 to accommodate the International School on the Rijnlands Lyceum Wassenaar campus.	Academic facilities The RISS Library is a center for learning, reading and research located in the ORC at the Senior Campus. It has a growing collection of books, periodicals, and online resources to support students throughout their education at RISS as well as providing leisure reading for students and their families. RISS provides access to digital resources including JSTOR and Britannica Schools. It has a school subscription to the New York Times for students with a school email address. The librarian, Ms. Bier, provides expert support for students and teachers; the Aura Online Library Catalog is available for searching the library collection.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Creativity – Activity – Service (CAS) is a core component of the IB Diploma Programme at ISW. The International Fair is an example of CAS service. There are after-school clubs and a calendar of sports and other activities. Trips and exchanges are part of school life.	Extra curricular facilities At RISS, students participate in a wide variety of extra-curricular clubs run by experienced teachers or coaches. Sporting clubs include Multi-sport, Floorball/Indoor Hockey, Jiu-jitsu, Tennis, Badminton and Basketball. Non-sporting clubs include Debate Club, Green (Eco School) Team, Gala Committee, Queer Spectrum Alliance, Tech Crew, Duke of Edinburgh International Award, Model United Nations, RISSUE Team (School Magazine), Music School, Student Leadership Team (StuLT), and Human Rights. The program includes numerous activities and trips planned throughout the school year.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History The International School Wassenaar (ISW) delivers the IB Middle Years Programme and the IB Diploma Programme. ISW is part of Rijnlands Lyceum Wassenaar (RLW). RLW was established in 1936 and is one of the founding bilingual education schools in the Netherlands. Rijnlands Lyceum has grown into a foundation of eight schools in the Netherlands and is affiliated with five schools abroad. In 2025 a new wing was opened to accommodate the addition of the International School to Rijnlands Lyceum, Wassenaar.	History RISS is part of the Wolfert van Borselen School Group, with a Junior Campus at Bentincklaan 294 and a Senior Campus at Schimmelpenninckstraat 23 in Rotterdam. Foundation Years (Grades 6–8) lead into Middle Years (Grades 9–10) and Senior Years (Grades 11–12), with IB Diploma Programme and IB Career-related Programme available in the senior years. The RISS Rose Programme was phased in with Grade 6 in 2021. Leadership is provided by a Director/Executive Principal who has overall responsibility for the Wolfert van Borselen School Group. Evidence: Foundation Years structure and Rose Programme (Foundation Years; Rose Programme), IB DP/CP, campus locations, and Wolfert governance.
Community	Community ISW is located in a picturesque setting in Wassenaar, near The Hague and Leiden. The school is small enough that each student is well-known and valued in a warm, safe and supportive environment, with staff getting to know each student's background and personal goals. Rijnlands Lyceum has grown into a foundation of eight schools in the Netherlands and is affiliated with five schools abroad, offering Dutch, bilingual and international primary and secondary education to about 7,000 students.	Community RISS emphasizes core values of Relationships, Courage, Respect and Responsibility. The school publicly shares leadership updates and events, including the appointment of a new permanent Principal on 13 February 2025; COMET Self-Image Training on 19 November 2024; and Anti-Bullying Week on 15 November 2024. The Events calendar shows active student life such as Ski Trips (February 2026), Grade 11 Trip to Kunsthal Rotterdam (9 March 2026), and events involving the Forze Hydrogen Racing Team, reflecting a vibrant calendar of activities. RISS Stories highlight staff perspectives from teachers.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association Participation by parents, students and staff is a prerequisite for good governance. Parents are typically united in a Parent Council at each school, alongside a Student Council. In addition to these councils, formal Participation Councils exist at each school and there are two joint Participation Councils at Stichting level. The rights and obligations of these councils are defined by law (Education Participation Act) and documented in school governance materials.	Parent teacher association The PTA is a voluntary group of parents that builds a community and strengthens partnership between school, students and parents. The PTA meets once a month; meetings are open to all parents and staff; the PTA board includes roles such as Chair and Treasurer, and members are invited to engage in school projects and governance discussions.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The International School Wassenaar delivers the IB Middle Years Programme and the IB Diploma Programme. ISW is part of Rijnlands Lyceum Wassenaar. RLW was established in 1936 and is one of the founding bilingual education schools in the Netherlands.	Academic & intellectual Foundation Years are Grades 6–8 (ages 11–14). The Rose Programme supports a smooth transition into secondary school with an inquiry-based, diverse core that includes pastoral and language opportunities. Middle Years are Grades 9–10 and combine the Cambridge IGCSE with RISS subjects, with regular Dutch language learning and a focus on wellbeing and community through the RISS Reach programme. Senior Years are Grades 11–12 and offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (DP) or the IB Career-related Programme (CP), with a subject package that includes Higher and Standard Level options and the DP core (Theory of Knowledge, Creativity, Activity and Service, Extended Essay) or the CP core (Personal and Professional Skills, Community Engagement, Reflective Project, Language and Cultural Studies). Subject choices depend on student numbers and teacher availability.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Arts is one of the eight subject areas in the MYP.	Arts & creative Arts, Music and Physical Education are part of the curriculum, with the Arts emphasising creative and critical thinking across disciplines. The Music Department provides opportunities to create, perform and use technology, and supports participation in external examinations or competitions (e.g., AMIS or ABRSM). The Arts offer a platform for students to develop subject-specific knowledge and express themselves artistically through drama, music and visual arts.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Rijnlands Lyceum Wassenaar offers Dutch, bilingual (Dutch/English) and international primary and secondary education. The RLW Tweetalig Onderwijs (TTO) option is available for bilingual instruction. Dutch language is a subject in the IB Curriculum, with all other subjects taught in English.	Cultural & language The language department offers English Language, English as an Additional Language, Dutch, French, German, Spanish and Chinese. Heritage language options and two language electives are available to pupils, with opportunities to showcase languages during events such as International Language Day. International Language Day is celebrated in March, highlighting both mother-tongue languages and languages learned at school. The school represents more than 70 nationalities, reflecting its international character.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies ISW provides after-school clubs and a calendar of yearly trips, plus international exchanges with partner schools.	Social & hobbies A broad range of extra-curricular activities is offered, including Sporting Clubs (multi-sport, floorball/indoor hockey, jiu-jitsu, tennis, badminton, basketball) and Non-Sporting Clubs (Debate Club, Eco Team, Gala Committee, Queer Spectrum Alliance, Tech Crew, Duke of Edinburgh International Award, Model United Nations, RISSUE, Music School, Student Leadership Team and Human Rights). All clubs are led by experienced teachers or coaches and there are opportunities for trips and events throughout the year. These activities give students avenues to develop new skills, make friends and enjoy their time at school.
Community & service	Community & service ISW has a Community Engagement programme that promotes service to local and global charities; students regularly participate in charity work and raise awareness and funds.	Community & service The IB Career-related Programme includes a strong Community Engagement component and encourages students to undertake projects beyond the classroom. Students participate in community projects such as greenhouse gardening, anti-littering campaigns, volunteering and assisting at events like TEDx in Rotterdam. The Pastoral Programme and related curricula support social responsibility and community involvement within the school culture.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional A mentor programme and a house system support student leadership and personal development.	Leadership & professional The school runs a Student Leadership Programme (StuLT) that fosters student voice and leadership through a structured Student Leadership Team. Careers & Higher Education Guidance provides individual guidance on career paths and university options, supported by tools like Unifrog and a programme of events including career fairs and alumni visits. Students and parents can access guidance through the Careers & HE team, with coordinators and contact details provided in the programme materials.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing ISW emphasizes an inclusive learning environment with a dedicated mentor team and strong staff–student relationships to support student wellbeing.	Lifestyle & wellbeing The Pastoral Programme focuses on social, emotional and physical well-being, guided by the Wayfarer Education Personal, Social, Emotional and Health framework. Tutors deliver the pastoral curriculum, with training for teachers to recognise child safety and well-being needs and to address issues such as drug prevention through partnerships like YOUZ. Topics include health and wellbeing, identity, relationships, social media awareness and planning for the future, all aimed at supporting students' holistic development.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision Dutch and English are the languages of instruction, with a Dutch/English bilingual option and international programming available. English is central to the curriculum, particularly in the bilingual track and IB courses. Ab Initio courses in French or Spanish are available via Pamoja Online Education for beginners, and other mother-tongue languages may be offered as school-supported self-taught courses.	Language provision RISS offers EAL (English as Another Language), Dutch, French, German, Spanish and Chinese. Language Village takes place in May, and International Language Day is held in February. English Language, Literature & Society is taught, and in the IB Diploma Programme, English A: Language and Literature (SL and HL) is offered alongside English A: Literature (SL and HL).
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The school provides Dutch and English bilingual instruction across primary and secondary education, with a Dutch/English bilingual pathway. In the lower years, many subjects within the bilingual track are taught in English. In the upper years, the Diploma Programme includes English-language delivery of key courses such as IB English A: Language and Literature. The school also supports other mother-tongue languages as self-taught options.	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs The Rijnlands Lyceum Wassenaar offers a two-way bilingual (TTO) program with a majority of lessons taught in English in the lower years (around 60%). In the upper years, English-language instruction continues, including IB English A: Language and Literature within the Diploma Programme. From 2025-2026, students can transition from 5 havo to the Diploma Programme at ISW. This pathway demonstrates a continuation of English-medium instruction across core IB subjects.	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Submitting an application. To start the admissions process, complete the application form. Include documents: a recent passport-sized photo of the child, a copy of the child's passport, copies of the most recent school reports, and any formal testing or learning support documentation if applicable. There is a non-refundable €300 administration fee payable at the time of application. Payment does not guarantee a place. 2. Processing the application. After submitting, you receive a confirmation email with instructions to log in to your admissions account, which must be used within seven days. In the account's checklist you will find the Pupil Information Request (PIR) Form; provide the name and email of a representative from your child's previous school and send via email. The school reviews the submission and Programme Coordinators decide whether the school can benefit your child. A complete application is required for consideration; you will receive reminders about missing information. 3. Confirmation of Place. If a good match is identified, the Confirmation of Placement Letter and the School Fee Agreement Form are provided in the Application Cabinet and sent by email. The School Fee Agreement Form must be signed and returned within seven days after the offer is sent. For questions, contact the admissions team. 4. Enrollment. After signing the School Fee Agreement, the child is entered into the administration system and officially registered. You will receive a confirmation letter with the start date and time.	Admissions Step 1: Check eligibility criteria and begin the application via OpenApply. If your child meets the eligibility criteria, begin the application after reading the information on this page. The OpenApply system collects initial information about you and your child(ren) and guides you to the next steps. Step 2: Fill in the requested information about you and your child(ren). Provide accurate information; you can save progress and return later. If you need assistance, the Admissions Team can guide you through this step. Step 3: Submit your application. The Admissions Team can view your submission and guide you if needed. The Admissions Team begins reviewing only after all required documents are submitted. Once the review begins, you will be contacted with the next steps, including an interview with the Head of Years, attended by you and your child(ren). Step 4: Upload all required documents in the checklist. Upload all required documents in the OpenApply checklist and ensure they are complete. Use the OpenApply checklist as your guide for completing any remaining steps in the application. The Admissions Team can assist if you need help with documents. Step 5: Capacity and programme information. SCHOOL YEAR 2025-2026: Foundation Years (Grades 6-8) open for all grades; Middle Years (Grade 9-10) limited capacity for Grade 9 and Grade 10 is full; Senior Years (Grade 11-12) limited capacity for Grade 11; Grade 12 is full. SCHOOL YEAR 2026-2027: Foundation Years (Grades 6-8) open for all grades; Middle Years open for all grades; Senior Years open for both DP and CP programmes. RISS offers a Learning Diversity Programme, with availability dependent on students entering or leaving the programme. For Grades 10 and 12, admission requires prior study of IGCSE or IBDP/CP and subject alignment; provide details of current subjects and syllabus codes (IGCSE), or progress in CAS, EE and TOK (IBDP) during the application process for transfer assessment.
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