International School Wassenaar - Rijnlands Lyceum vs The British School in The Netherlands - Senior School Voorschoten

	I International School Wassenaar - Rijnlands Lyceum Rotterdam, Netherlands	T The British School in The Netherlands - Senior School Voorschoten Rotterdam, Netherlands
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €8,400 - 9,600	Fees / year €6,780 - 28,014
Age range	Age range 11 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (MYP), IB (DP)	Curriculum IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme), British Curriculum, BTEC Qualification, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Pupils	Pupils 360	Pupils 2,100
Typical class size	Typical class size 26	Typical class size 24
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 2019	Opened 1979
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service Yes
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 Senior School Voorschoten is situated in a residential neighbourhood in the suburban town of Voorschoten, just on the outskirts of The Hague. The campus is accessible via transport links to neighbouring towns like Leiden and Wassenaar. This provides a quiet environment for students while remaining connected to major Dutch urban centres.
Stages	Stages The school offers the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (DP).	Stages The campus is structured to support Secondary School and Sixth Form students, generally accommodating children from 11 to 18 years of age. Students complete Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, including GCSE examinations, before moving into the Sixth Form for their final two years.
School type	School type —	School type Senior School Voorschoten is a co-educational day school that welcomes both boys and girls. The school operates exclusively as a day school and does not offer boarding facilities for any year groups.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix Nearly 90 nationalities represented.
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 English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is provided within the mainstream classroom and in small groups or one-to-one EAL classes; Senior School EAL learners receive language support from acquisition specialists in small groups, with in-class support where possible.
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 Junior Schools: Arrival at 8:30, registration 8:45-9:00, lessons start 9:00, ends around 15:10-15:20. Senior Schools: Registration 8:45-8:50, periods run before 15:30, End of Day 15:30.
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details Flexible bus service serves Den Haag, Leidschendam, Rijswijk, Voorschoten and Wassenaar; up to 300 students use about 40 buses daily; vehicles are tracked by Achttax; Foundation 1 students are not offered the bus service.
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 fee - EUR 250 non-refundable per application. Families with a child already enrolled at the school are exempt from this fee. The application fee will be refunded only in the event the school is unable to offer a place. Enrolment and capital fees - Enrolment fee (one-off at acceptance): EUR 2,500 per student. (No enrolment fee applies if the child has attended the school for the whole of Foundation 2 and then joins Year 1.) - Capital fee (annual surcharge, charged from Year 1): - Junior School: EUR 2,100 per year. - Senior School: EUR 2,650 per year. Tuition fees by year group (Academic year 2025–2026) — annual and per term - Foundation Stage (fees shown as annual and the school's per-term instalments where provided): - Foundation 1 – Part Week (2 days): EUR 6,780 per year; EUR 2,260 per term. - Foundation 1 – Part Week (3 days): EUR 10,170 per year; EUR 3,390 per term. - Foundation 1 – Full-Time (5 days): EUR 16,950 per year; EUR 5,650 per term. - Foundation 2 – Full-Time (5 days): EUR 18,876 per year; EUR 6,292 per term. - Note: Enrolment and Capital Fees are not applicable while a child remains in the Foundation Stage. - Key Stages 1–5 (annual fee followed by per-term figure shown as annual ÷ 3): - Key Stage 1 (Years 1–2): EUR 19,446 per year; EUR 6,482 per term. - Key Stage 2 (Years 3–6): EUR 20,070 per year; EUR 6,690 per term. - Key Stage 3 (Years 7–9): EUR 26,526 per year; EUR 8,842 per term. - Key Stage 4 (Years 10–11, GCSE): EUR 27,318 per year; EUR 9,106 per term. - Key Stage 5 (Years 12–13, A Level / IB): EUR 28,014 per year; EUR 9,338 per term. - The annual fees above include compulsory curriculum day trips and residentials (as applicable), and core curriculum exam entry costs (GCSE, A Level, BTEC, IB, CNaVT where applicable). Billing schedule and payment terms - Fees are invoiced annually for the school year. For returning students, invoices are due in August before the school year begins in September. - New students who start in September are invoiced within their first month of attendance. - Students joining during the school year are charged pro rata in half-term units and invoiced accordingly. - Foundation Stage annual fees may be paid in three instalments (per-term amounts are published for Foundation). For other year groups, alternative staged payment arrangements may be considered in exceptional circumstances by application to the Finance Department; the school does not offer fee discounts. Leaving, refunds and reimbursement rules - Application fee: refundable only if the school is unable to offer a place; otherwise non-refundable. - Termly reimbursement policy for students who leave mid-year (academic year 2025–2026 deadlines): - To be reimbursed two terms' fees when leaving at end of Autumn Term (Autumn Term end date: Friday 19 December 2025), the school must receive formal notice by Tuesday 30 September 2025. - To be reimbursed one term's fee when leaving at end of Spring Term (Spring Term end date: Wednesday 1 April 2026), the school must receive formal notice by Friday 30 January 2026. - No reimbursement is made for leaving at end of Summer Term (Summer Term end date: Thursday 9 July 2026) unless formal notice is received by Thursday 30 April 2026. - If formal notice deadlines are missed, the school applies the following liabilities for the subsequent term: 0% (if notice by the formal date), 50% (if notice within the following month), or 100% (if notice after that month) as specified for each term. Students leaving must meet all financial obligations before records are released. Exact dates and percentages for Autumn, Spring and Summer term deadlines and charges are published for the 2025–2026 year. Boarding fees - Boarding is not offered; the school operates as a day school. There are no boarding fees. Other costs and additional fees - Uniform: expect an initial basic set to cost approximately EUR 250; additional kit may be needed for sports or co-curricular activities. Uniform items are not included in school fees. Second‑hand uniform options are available through the parent association. - Transport (school bus / coach): costs vary by service type, route and distance. Example (Senior School Voorschoten coach service rates): - Coach two-way: Autumn EUR 1,305; Spring EUR 1,059; Summer EUR 1,041; Annual EUR 3,405 (day-rate equivalents are published for comparison only). - Coach one-way: Autumn EUR 853; Spring EUR 693; Summer EUR 679; Annual EUR 2,225. - Minimum registration is one term; fees cover transport only. Actual cost depends on chosen service and location. - Learning Support Assistant (if required): EUR 51,480 per student (separate cost where a Learning Support Assistant is provided). - Food and incidental spend: a small daily allowance for the senior school café may apply; not included in fees. Extra-curricular optional activities, some optional exams, trips beyond the compulsory curriculum, private music tuition, and specialist equipment may incur additional charges. Transport and other optional services are billed separately. Refunds and exceptional arrangements - Application fee: refundable only when the school is unable to offer a place. Enrolment fee and Capital Fee are treated as stated (enrolment is a one-off payment on acceptance; capital fee is charged annually from Year 1). The school provides termly reimbursement when formal notice is given by the published deadlines; missing notice deadlines creates financial liability for the subsequent term as defined above. Alternative staged payment arrangements may be requested in exceptional financial circumstances and are considered by the Finance Department. Fee payment options and instructions - Fees are issued on formal invoices with payment instructions and standard invoicing schedules (annual invoicing with the return-student due date in August). The school may consider alternative staged payment plans in exceptional circumstances through the Finance Department. Specific payment methods (for example, bank transfer or card acceptance) and bank/payment details are provided on the formal invoice and in the school's billing information. Parents are expected to follow the invoice payment instructions and the published payment timetable.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements No boarding facilities.	Boarding arrangements No boarding is provided.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement The school does not have a uniform; PHE lessons require a PHE uniform.	Uniform requirement The BSN has a practical uniform for Foundation 2 to Year 11. The uniform includes items such as V-Neck Knit Jumper, polo shirts, pinafore/skirt and trousers, with a PE kit; uniforms are ordered online via Trutex.
Food options	Food options The cafeteria provides sandwiches, snacks and drinks; students may bring packed lunches.	Food options A healthy (warm) snack is provided after school, and lunch on early dismissal and holiday days.
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 Pupils are assigned to a House on enrollment. There are four BSN Houses: Amsterdam (red), Delft (blue), Gouda (yellow) and Leiden (green). A points and competition system runs across Houses, culminating in a House Cup.
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 BSN is an independent not-for-profit association (a Dutch vereniging) funded by fee income with no subsidy from the Dutch or British Governments. It is governed by a Board of Governors and an Association chaired by the British Ambassador; day-to-day operations are led by a Chief Executive Officer and the Executive Leadership Team.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The school teaches the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.	Curriculum details Senior School Voorschoten provides an academic programme based on the English National Curriculum, which is adapted to suit the needs of its international student body. During Key Stage 3 (Years 7 to 9), students follow a broad foundation of subjects to prepare them for upper secondary education. In Years 10 and 11, students focus on specific subject areas and sit examinations for the General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) qualifications. Upon entering the Sixth Form in Year 12, students can select from four distinct educational pathways for their final two years of study. Depending on their university and career goals, students can choose to pursue English A Levels, BTEC qualifications, the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), or the International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP).
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results 35% of A Level exams awarded A-A* in 2025; 34.1 average IB DP points achieved by BSN students; 100% pass rate for the International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme; 58% of all SSV GCSE results were graded 9-7; 22% of all SSL GCSE results were graded 9; 100% BTEC pass rate.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression The school prepares students for university and higher vocational education.	Higher education progression The majority of BSN students go to university after leaving, with destinations including the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and other countries. Average IB Diploma Programme points achieved by BSN students are 34.1.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented BSN uses High Performance Learning (HPL) as a school-wide framework to develop higher-order thinking and independent learning. BSN is an HPL World Class School, accredited after joining the HPL global network in 2023. HPL focuses on how to think (advanced cognitive skills) and how to be (perseverance, curiosity, empathy). HPL language is used across subjects, with group projects, leadership opportunities, and home learning; the BSN Character Profile supports this approach.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning —	Social & emotional learning Student wellbeing and mental health are a priority at The British School in the Netherlands. The school looks after students' academic progress as well as their emotional, physical and mental wellbeing through a network of support, advice and care that enables all children to flourish emotionally and socially, helping them thrive academically. Staff across all campuses build strong relationships with each student, ensuring they feel supported, heard and understood. There is a Health Officer on each campus who is available throughout the school day to assist if a child falls ill or is injured. The BSN Character Profile emphasises perseverance and compassion, with resilience as a core component of good mental health.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) The BSN provides robust support for students with Additional Educational Needs (AEN). An AEN Lead Teacher leads inclusion work at campuses such as Junior School Leidschenveen, including a dedicated Sensory Room to support sensory needs. The school recognises inclusive education and offers dedicated AEN staff and spaces to enable learners with additional needs to access the curriculum. The Junior School Leidschenveen and other campuses employ AEN specialists who work with students in small groups or one-to-one sessions where possible. The BSN's accreditation materials highlight the school's commitment to providing robust support for AEN alongside EAL provision.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language Moving to the BSN, the school values multilingualism and will support your child as they learn a new language. Staff are experienced in welcoming children from around the world and assessing learners from different educational backgrounds. When a student joins, the school establishes how much language support is needed to access the curriculum and community, with further in-person assessment after arrival as needed. In the Junior School, EAL is taught by specialist teachers and Translanguaging connects languages to learning. In the Senior School, students in need of extra language support work with language acquisition specialists in small groups and receive in-class support to develop academic English literacy. The curriculum is delivered in English, with ongoing development of English alongside students' home languages.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing —	Mental wellbeing Student wellbeing and mental health are a priority at BSN. A network of support, advice and care enables all students to flourish emotionally and socially, supporting them to thrive academically. Staff build strong relationships with each student so they feel supported, heard and understood. There is a Health Officer on each campus available throughout the day to assist with health needs. The BSN Character Profile emphasises perseverance and compassion as a foundation for resilience and good mental health.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding All members of The British School in the Netherlands are expected to act in the students' best interests by providing a safe and welcoming environment where all children are respected and valued. The Safeguarding Committee oversees adherence to the safeguarding protocol, which applies to staff, parents, volunteers, visitors, governors and children both on and off campus. Safeguarding entails protecting children from maltreatment, preventing impairment of health or development, ensuring safe care, and enabling the best outcomes. Core safeguarding principles include that safeguarding is everyone's responsibility, equal protection rights for all children, and that the best interests of the child are paramount; staff follow the Safeguarding Policy and provide appropriate support. The school will support each child's development in a secure environment, raise staff awareness, monitor at-risk students, work with other agencies, and ensure that adults with access to children have current security checks. Designated Safeguarding Leads are available on each campus.
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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 school operates across four campuses in the The Hague area: Junior School Leidschenveen, Junior School Vlaskamp, Senior School Leidschenveen, and Senior School Voorschoten. The school teaches the British curriculum across all campuses, and Senior Schools offer a choice between IB Programmes and A-Level examinations. Senior School Leidschenveen is the newest campus and will grow to a capacity of 550 students in Years 7 to 13. The campuses are located in residential areas with good transport links to surrounding towns.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities The Physical Education departments provide a range of sports opportunities across all BSN campuses. Students compete locally, nationally and internationally in a range of sports, and participate in a full recreational programme and inter-house competitions. The school works with local sports clubs in The Hague to broaden access to activities such as cricket, football, hockey and basketball. The BSN also participates in COBIS Junior and Senior Games and is a founder member of the International Schools' Athletics Association, with competition in swimming, football, volleyball and track and field.
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 Senior School Leidschenveen is located in The Hague and is licensed to offer the IB CP and DP as part of its IB World School status. The other Senior Schools offer a choice between IB Programmes and A-Levels. Junior School Vlaskamp features an on-site building described as having excellent facilities. The school's broader commitment to high-quality British education is reflected in its campuses and programmes.
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 BSN provides a broad co-curricular programme including sports, Art & Design, Music, Drama, Model United Nations and the International Award. There are School Trips and Eco Projects as part of the enrichment programme, along with events and visits. The Junior School Leidschenveen community includes a Student Council and other leadership roles to amplify student voice. Junior School Vlaskamp highlights emphasize extra-curricular activities and visits as part of a rich learning experience.
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 BSN has been operating since 1931. The BSN is an independent, non-profit organisation (vereniging) funded entirely by fee income with no government subsidies from the Dutch or British Governments. It operates across four campuses in the The Hague area (Junior and Senior Schools at Leidschenveen and Vlaskamp, plus Senior School Voorschoten). The CEO and Executive Leadership Team chair day-to-day operations and report to the Board of Governors, which is overseen by The Association. The Association, chaired by the British Ambassador to the Netherlands, governs the school through its Articles of Association registered at the Chamber of Commerce, with parent governors on the Board and a Dutch Works Council representing staff.
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 The Family Association is the BSN's Parent Teacher Student Association and is run by a group of parent volunteers from across BSN's four campuses. It organises events and activities that connect parents, teachers and students and some events raise funds for BSN students, charities and local community groups. The Family Association has four teams — Welcome Team, International Team, Social Team and Secondhand Team — to support families and community life. The Secondhand Team runs a shop at the SSV campus or processes online orders for secondhand uniforms, and Welcome Team runs weekly coffee mornings at each campus to help families settle in.
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 Family Association is the BSN's Parent Teacher Student Association and is run by a group of BSN parent volunteers across the four BSN campuses. It organises events and activities to connect the school community and raises funds for BSN students, charities and local groups. The FA is organised into four teams: Welcome Team, International Team, Social Team and Secondhand Team, and includes a Secondhand Uniform service. Membership is automatic with BSN enrolment, and members can participate in events and activities throughout the year.
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 BSN offers STEM Club, Debating Society, Young Enterprise and Model United Nations as part of its co-curricular programme. Senior School activities include Media Crew, Eco Committee and Swing Band. Duke of Edinburgh Award medals are offered with Bronze, Silver and Gold levels, requiring charity work, a sport, a new skill and an expedition.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Arts is one of the eight subject areas in the MYP.	Arts & creative Art & Design, Music and Drama are offered as co-curricular activities. Swing Band provides opportunities to perform and develop instrumental skills. Media Crew supports creative media work as part of the arts programme.
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 Model United Nations (BSNMUN) is a long-running student-led activity where students attend conferences across the Netherlands to debate global issues. Sixth Form students lead the MUN society, providing leadership opportunities. Regular meetings develop public speaking, formal writing and global awareness.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies ISW provides after-school clubs and a calendar of yearly trips, plus international exchanges with partner schools.	Social & hobbies BSN offers more than 550 enriching clubs, groups and activities across campuses. Clubs range from sports teams to creative and media groups, eco committees and debating societies. Activities are advertised via an online Co-Curricular Activities management system, and students sign up during the first week of each term.
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 Duke of Edinburgh Award medals (Bronze, Silver, Gold) are offered. To achieve the medals, students complete charity/community service, participate in a sport, learn a new skill and undertake an expedition. BSN has one of the highest completion rates for the Duke of Edinburgh Award.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional A mentor programme and a house system support student leadership and personal development.	Leadership & professional Sixth Form leaders drive the Model United Nations society, providing leadership opportunities. Young Enterprise provides entrepreneurship experience and professional skills. Leadership is encouraged across BSN clubs and student groups through governance roles, mentoring and project leadership.
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 BSN runs sports teams and a strong physical education program. Students compete in swimming, football, volleyball, cross country, basketball and track and field. BSN also collaborates with local sports clubs in and around The Hague to broaden opportunities.
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 English language development is emphasised as students progress through school. Dutch is a Modern Foreign Language offered and compulsory in Years 7–9, with a CNaVT examination available in Year 9 and Dutch GCSE/IB options in later years. In Years 7–9, students study French, Spanish, Dutch and German, with Year 8 offering two languages; Italian is available through a Language Enrichment Programme and there is a Personal Languages Programme offering Dutch, French, German, Italian, Portuguese and Spanish. The Senior School runs a Mother Tongue Enrichment Programme for personal language speakers and provides IB/AS/A2-level study in several languages.
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 1. Enquire. This is the perfect first step. Ask a question or request personalised information to learn more about the programmes. There is no obligation, and the admissions team is ready to help. The BSN is non-selective and has places available in all year groups across the four campuses. 2. Visit. See learning in action with a personal tour. Schedule a visit with the Admissions team by telephone or email. For families who are unable to visit yet, an online call can be scheduled at a convenient time. Choosing the right school for a child is a personal decision, and staff are available to provide support at every step. 3. Apply. When ready to join, applicants are guided through a clear and straightforward application process. Applications are accepted throughout the year. For each application, there is a non-refundable fee of €250 (families with a child already at BSN do not need to pay). If an applicant is approved and a place is declined, the fee is retained; if a place cannot be offered, the fee is refunded.
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