Nord Anglia International School Rotterdam vs The British School in The Netherlands - Junior School Vlaskamp

	N Nord Anglia International School Rotterdam Rotterdam, Netherlands	T The British School in The Netherlands - Junior School Vlaskamp Rotterdam, Netherlands
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €16,300 - 23,500	Fees / year €6,780 - 28,014
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 11 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), IPC (International Primary Curriculum), IMYC (International Middle Years Curriculum), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme), Bespoke Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Pupils	Pupils 230	Pupils 2,100
Typical class size	Typical class size 17	Typical class size 24
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1959	Opened 1931
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location The school is located at Verhulstlaan 21, 3055WJ Rotterdam, The Netherlands. It is a private international school in Rotterdam. Nord Anglia International School Rotterdam provides door-to-door bus transport to and from the campus, operated by Taxi Wooning V.O.F., with routes planned to minimize journey times. Bus routes are scheduled, with the aim of keeping most journeys to about 45 minutes where possible.	Location —
Stages	Stages Early Years, Primary, Lower Secondary, Upper Secondary	Stages —
School type	School type International private school	School type —
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix More than 230 students from over 35 countries.	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme provides English language support for students from Year 1 to Year 11; EAL support is provided at no extra cost.	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation The Netherlands	Country affiliation —
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure The school day starts at 8:10 am and ends at 3:05 pm. Foundation 1 and 2 finish at 12:00 pm on Wednesdays. Primary students register at 8:10 am, have a 45-minute lunch break, and afternoon pick-up is at 3:05 pm. After-school care and activities are available on campus after the formal day ends.	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details Door-to-door bus transport is provided to and from the Rotterdam campus by Taxi Wooning V.O.F.; the service operates on a fixed schedule with routes and zones, and fees are set according to transportation zones; changes may occur for after-school activities.	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application fee - Application Fee: EUR 200 (one-off, non-refundable). Tuition fees (annual and per term) — Academic Year 2025–2026 - Tuition fees are quoted in EUR for a single academic year (10 months). Annual tuition by year group: - Foundation 1 (age 3): EUR 16,300. - Foundation 2 (age 4–5): EUR 16,300. - Years 1–5 (ages 5–10): EUR 20,650. - Year 6 (ages 9–10): EUR 21,950. - Years 7–9 (ages 11–13): EUR 22,800. - Years 10–11 (ages 14–16): EUR 23,300. - Years 12–13 (ages 16–18): EUR 23,500. (Year 13 students incur additional IB exam charges charged by the IBO on a per-exam basis.) - Per-term tuition (approximate): the academic calendar is organised in three main terms; dividing the published annual tuition by three yields approximate per-term amounts as follows (annual ÷ 3): - Foundation 1 / Foundation 2: EUR 5,433.33 per term (EUR 16,300 ÷ 3). - Years 1–5: EUR 6,883.33 per term (EUR 20,650 ÷ 3). - Year 6: EUR 7,316.67 per term (EUR 21,950 ÷ 3). - Years 7–9: EUR 7,600.00 per term (EUR 22,800 ÷ 3). - Years 10–11: EUR 7,766.67 per term (EUR 23,300 ÷ 3). - Years 12–13: EUR 7,833.33 per term (EUR 23,500 ÷ 3). Additional one-off and recurring fees - One-time Capital Development Fee: EUR 3,000 (charged once per child from Year 1; non-refundable). Payment due in full within two weeks of accepting an offer. - Annual Registration Fee: EUR 1,600 per child (non-refundable). The first year's Registration Fee is due within two weeks of accepting an offer; for subsequent years it is invoiced with tuition. - Learning Support and EAL: - Specialist Learning Support: additional fees apply where specialist learning support is required; costs are calculated case-by-case. - EAL (English as an Additional Language) programme: the school states a comprehensive EAL programme is provided without charge. - Transport (optional, billed annually) — zone-based fees (Academic Year 2025–2026): - Zone 1 (0–5 km): EUR 3,400. - Zone 2 (5–10 km): EUR 4,300. - Zone 3 (10–15 km): EUR 5,200. - Zone 4 (15–20 km): upon request. - Zone 5 (20–25 km): upon request. - Zone 6 (25–30 km): upon request. Boarding fees - Boarding is not offered at this school; the school operates as a day school for ages 3–18. Other costs and extras - The published fees schedule identifies the items listed above. Specialist learning-support fees and IBO exam charges (for Year 13) are additional where applicable. No mandatory boarding fee is listed. No specific mandatory uniform fee is shown in the published fee schedule. Families should expect that optional extras (such as some trips, individual instrument tuition where applicable, and personal items) may be charged separately. Refunds and withdrawal - Refund policy: The school states it does not offer refunds under any circumstances. - Withdrawal notice / deadlines (written confirmation via admissions@naisr.nl): - Leaving in December (not returning in January): notify by 1 October. - Leaving during spring break (not returning in mid‑April): notify by 15 January. - Leaving at the end of the academic year (not returning in August): notify by 31 March. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition fees are calculated on an annual basis and are payable in advance by direct debit. For new students, all fees must be paid in full within two weeks of accepting an offer. For returning students, invoices for tuition and the annual registration fee are issued towards the end of the previous academic year and should be paid by the invoice deadline. The school's published enrolment‑during‑year schedule specifies percentage amounts payable depending on the quarter of enrolment (100% / 75% / 50% / 25%). Fee payment options and bank details - Primary payment method: direct debit / bank transfer to the school's account. The published payment details are: - Account name: Nord Anglia International School Rotterdam. - Account number: 42.60.22.785. - IBAN: NL07 ABNA 0426 0227 85. - BIC: ABNANL2A. - Instruction: include both invoice number and the child's name as payment references to ensure correct processing.	Fee details —
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Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement A NAISR Shark outfit is required for HAPE (Grades 2–8). The outfit costs 45 Euro. Athletic shoes must be laced or velcro with no open toes. All students change for HAPE.	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options The school cafeteria is run by Innergy and prepares healthy meals for students. Lunch times include a 45‑minute lunch break with Foundation 1 eating in classrooms at 12:00, Foundation 2 through Year 6 eating at 12:00 with a recess until 12:45, and Secondary lunch from 12:45–13:30.	Food options —
House system	House system The school uses a House system to foster a sense of community across age groups.	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership NAISR is part of Nord Anglia Education, a global network of premium international schools.	Governance and ownership —
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details IMYC and NAISR Pre-IB Programme are used in the middle years; in the upper years, students choose between the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) or the NAISR High School Diploma, which provides tailored, vocational pathways to higher education. The curriculum is delivered across six core pillars and enhanced by collaborations with MIT and UNICEF via Nord Anglia Education, with further learning through the Nord Anglia University platform.	Curriculum details —
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Exam results	Exam results IBDP points scores are consistently above the global average, and graduates go to top Dutch and international universities.	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Graduates attend top Dutch and international universities, including institutions in the UK, US, and across mainland Europe.	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 The wellbeing programme is underpinned by core values guiding physical health, social development, and emotional resilience. A safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment supports every student's emotional and physical needs. The Primary and Secondary Student Councils give every child a voice and encourage leadership on important issues. The Health, Advisory and Physical Education (HAPE) curriculum teaches students how to look after their physical and emotional wellbeing. The Learning Support Department and Student Services Team include a social and emotional coach and an onsite school nurse, ensuring students are healthy, well, and content. The English as an Additional Language (EAL) team provides support for students who need extra help with English.	Social & emotional learning —
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The Learning Support Programme provides the academic, behavioural, and social development assistance our students need to thrive. Students who may need academic, behavioural, or learning support are referred to our Student Services Team (SST), which includes the Head of Learning Support, the Principal, teachers, and parents, to assess needs and set goals. Our Learning Support Programme will improve student outcomes by developing the academic, emotional, social, and behavioural skills each student needs to succeed now and in the future. It provides support in the classroom and/or one-to-one, focusing on each student's strengths by personalising learning and modifying the curriculum. It fosters appreciation, acceptance, and respect for individuality, diversity, and each student's preferred learning style. It builds confidence, resilience, and a belief in the student's ability to succeed, supports development of friendships and important social skills, and creates a supportive, caring, and safe environment.	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language NAISR offers additional English language support to students from Year 1 to Year 11. EAL support is provided at no extra cost. Our expert EAL team create carefully planned strategies that ensure every child learns in a way that works for them. Our EAL programme supports students' linguistic, cultural, social, and emotional transition, while providing the appropriate scaffolding to help them succeed in and beyond the classroom. EAL teachers typically work alongside the student's teachers in the classroom, with direct one-to-one sessions possible when needed. EAL students are made to feel proud of their culture and native language, and their bilingual ability is viewed as an asset.	English as an additional language —
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing The wellbeing programme centers on physical health, social development, and emotional resilience. A safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment supports students' mental wellbeing. The Health, Advisory and Physical Education (HAPE) curriculum teaches students how to manage their emotional wellbeing as part of overall health. The Learning Support Department includes a social and emotional coach and an onsite school nurse to support mental wellbeing. The school's EAL team helps students transition emotionally as they acquire English.	Mental wellbeing —
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Rigorous background screening is performed for staff. Criminal record checks are conducted. A comprehensive safeguarding policy keeps students safe at school.	Safeguarding —
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Dedicated early years area with two playgrounds, open natural spaces, and bright, airy classrooms. Specialist music rooms. Ultra-modern STEAM Maker Space. Well-equipped science labs. World-class indoor and outdoor sports facilities. 91% of parents say our school provides fantastic learning spaces.	Facilities overview —
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Three modern adventure playgrounds with top-of-the-range equipment. Access to a multi-sport all-weather pitch. Large sports hall with a full-size basketball court. Access to hockey and rugby pitches, and a local swimming pool.	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Imaginatively designed early years and primary spaces support learning. Technology-enriched classrooms and labs equip students with digital tools. A STEAM Maker Space and science labs support hands-on inquiry. A library stocked with an extensive collection of books and dedicated art studios. A soundproofed music room supports performing arts.	Academic facilities —
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Exceptional experiences, clubs, and collaborations beyond the classroom. Field trips broaden horizons, from Venice art and culture to Rotterdam architecture and waterways. After-school activities include football, dance, or yoga clubs. Students can learn an instrument. An eco club offers opportunities to make a difference. Collaborations with UNICEF enrich projects and global awareness.	Extra curricular facilities —
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Founded in 1959, the school opened in Rotterdam with 15 English-speaking students and one teacher. An influx of American military and expatriate families contributed to growth, and today the international community includes more than 230 students from over 35 countries. In 1982, it became the first European school accredited by the European Council of International Schools, and in 1995 the current campus opened, inaugurated by Crown Prince Willem-Alexander. The class of 1999 was the first to study the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, and in 2021 the IBDP average score was 36.9, the best in the school's history. The school joined Nord Anglia Education in 2018, expanding opportunities through global collaborations and technology.	History —
Community	Community NAISR is an international community with students from over 35 countries. The school joined Nord Anglia Education in 2018, gaining access to global collaborations with MIT and UNICEF and to the Global Campus learning platform. Classes are small and personalised within the IBDP or NAISR High School Diploma framework, with 2021 results showing 30% of students scoring 40+ in the IBDP and all graduates gaining admission to their first-choice universities. The Parents, Teachers and Students Association (PTSA) organises family events throughout the year, including weekly BootCamp, Dutch conversation groups, a book club, community barbecues, and wine tastings.	Community —
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association The PTSA (Parents, Teachers and Students Association) at NAISR is active in school life and organizes family events throughout the year. Activities include weekly BootCamp, Dutch conversation groups, a book club, community barbecues, and wine tastings. The PTSA strengthens connections among families, students and staff and supports school initiatives.	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual NAISR follows international curriculum pathways from early years to secondary. The primary curriculum is the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) and the middle years use the International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC). In upper secondary, students choose between the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) or the NAISR High School Diploma, with a bilingual qualification option; from August 2025 the school also offers the International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP) in partnership with SUMAS. The Global Campus platform and world-class collaborations with MIT and UNICEF enrich learning beyond the classroom.	Academic & intellectual —
Arts & creative	Arts & creative The Juilliard School collaborates with NAISR to enrich performing arts, including dance, drama and music. Students can participate in bands, orchestras, or choirs and engage with arts and design activities. STEAM and maker-space facilities support creative projects, with a broad offering of arts and crafts, music, and performance-based clubs after school.	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	Cultural & language English and Dutch are taught in primary, and English, Dutch, and Spanish are taught in secondary. The school hosts an international community with learners from more than 35 countries, contributing to a multilingual and multicultural environment.	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies NAISR provides a broad spectrum of after-school clubs and activities, spanning sports, arts, music, and STEAM. STEAM clubs include Lego bricks challenges, Ninja Maths, and Mad Science, with dedicated spaces for experimentation. Leadership and debate opportunities are available through activities like Student Council and Model United Nations, alongside ongoing musicianship and performance-based pursuits.	Social & hobbies —
Community & service	Community & service The social purpose is central to life at NAISR, with a kindness club and fundraising for charities such as WWF and Pink Ribbon. Students engage with UNICEF to explore global issues and participate in service projects, including Model United Nations experiences that foster civic responsibility.	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Students can take on leadership roles through the Student Council and Model United Nations, developing organisation, public speaking, and teamwork skills. The school also provides a University Counselling Service to guide students through higher-education applications and future pathways.	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Wellbeing is a priority, with a Core Values Programme embedded in daily life and a pastoral care team that includes trained teachers, a nurse, and safeguarding specialists. The Global Campus resources support students' mental and physical health, resilience, and healthy development as part of a holistic approach to schooling.	Lifestyle & wellbeing —
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision English is the main language of instruction at NAISR, with all students studying a second modern language daily. Native language instruction is provided in Dutch, and foreign language instruction includes Dutch and Spanish. In Years 12–13, IB Language A is offered in English, Dutch, or a self-taught option, while IB Language B is offered in English, Dutch, and Spanish. Our goal is for students to become literate in at least two languages.	Language provision —
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
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Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Make an Enquiry Begin by filling out the online enquiry form. The admissions team usually responds within 24 hours to verify available spots, as the school accepts students year-round based on capacity. This is the time to ask initial questions about your child's specific situation. 2. Take a Tour of the Campus You can schedule an in-person visit to view the facilities if you are in Rotterdam. For families relocating from abroad, the school offers personalized virtual meetings or online open days so you can explore the campus remotely. 3. Submit the Application and Documents Complete the online application and upload the required documents, including your child's passport and English-translated school reports (two years for Years 1-12; three years for Year 13). The admissions team will contact your child's current teacher directly for a recommendation form. 4. Complete the Interview and Assessment The school will schedule a brief interview with you and your child, either on-campus or via video call. Depending on age, language proficiency, and academic background, your child may also need to take a test to ensure the school can meet their learning needs. 5. Finalize the Placement Offer If successful, the school will offer your child a place and confirm their year group. Placements are based on the child's age as of September 1st and their academic review. You finalize enrollment by accepting the offer and completing the registration paperwork. 6. Prepare for the First Day The school will send materials to help you prepare for the transition. Students starting in August attend a new student induction day to meet teachers and classmates, while mid-year joiners receive direct guidance from staff to settle into their classes.	Admissions —
Scholarships	Scholarships NAISR offers an Academic Scholarship Programme for students aged 15–18 (Years 11–13). Eligibility requires academic excellence, creativity and personal initiative, involvement in a range of extra‑curricular activities, and a strong regard from current school staff. Scholarships are awarded to top candidates who can meet the demands of the curriculum and contribute to school life, with recipients required to maintain high achievement and engagement. To apply: download the scholarship application form, write a 400‑word motivation letter addressed to the Director and the Director of Admissions and Marketing, and collect school reports from the past three years; deadlines are 15 April for internal candidates and 1 November or 15 April for prospective/ external candidates; email all materials to scholarships@naisr.nl. After submission, you'll receive an automatic acknowledgement; the academic team reviews documents and references, with internal reviews in April/May and external reviews in November (for a January start) and in April/May (for an August start); the top five finalists are invited to an interview and outcomes are communicated within three working days. If successful, the admissions team guides you through the remaining steps. Documentation is kept for up to 12 months in compliance with GDPR. A downloadable Scholarship Form is available on the page.	Scholarships —
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