Compare 1 international schools in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Filter by curriculum, fees (average EUR 26,718), location, and more to find the right international school now.
About international schools in Amsterdam, Netherlands
Amsterdam’s international schools are a mixed ecosystem of English-language and bilingual (English - Dutch) programmes delivered by both state-supported international streams and private schools, with many offering the International Baccalaureate and a number offering British or other national curricula. Dutch municipal information and school sites show English as the most common language of instruction, with Dutch taught alongside and dedicated EAL/mother-tongue support for newcomers. Fees vary widely by provider: a typical headline tuition figure reported across Amsterdam schools is around €6,200 a year, with most schools charging in a broad band roughly between €4,700 and €18,400 and a small number of private programmes charging above €20,000 once capital and extra fees are included. Admissions generally follow the Dutch school year (places usually start in August/September), operate on rolling applications with waiting lists, and commonly require recent school reports and identity/residency documents, so families should start enquiries as early as possible.
What curricula can my child study at international schools in Amsterdam?
Many international schools in Amsterdam offer the International Baccalaureate across primary and secondary phases, while others follow the National Curriculum for England or international versions of national systems; some Dutch schools also run bilingual international streams. Schools will state their accredited programmes on their websites and in prospectuses, so check each school’s stated curriculum and accreditation when comparing options.
How much should we budget for school fees and extra costs?
Headline tuition varies considerably: published overviews place the typical annual tuition around €6,200 with most schools charging in a range roughly €4,700 - €18,400, while a minority of private schools report fees above €20,000 once capital charges and extras are added. In addition to tuition expect one-off enrolment or capital fees, examination or exam-entry costs, school lunches, transport and extracurricular charges, so compare all-in first-year costs rather than only the advertised tuition.
When should we apply and how do admissions work?
Admissions usually align with the Dutch school year and many schools admit new pupils for the August/September intake, but they also run rolling applications and maintain waiting lists throughout the year. Schools commonly request recent school reports, proof of identity/residency and sometimes an interview or assessment for older children, so begin enquiries as early as possible and follow each school’s published admissions policy.
What ages and legal requirements should we know about?
Under Dutch law children are required to attend full-time education from age five, and municipalities oversee enrolment and attendance; international and bilingual schools serve the same compulsory-school population while also offering early years provision from younger ages. Schools differ in how they group year levels and in the programmes they offer for ages 3 - 18, so confirm the exact age ranges and legal obligations with the school and your local municipality.
What languages are used and what support exists for non-Dutch speakers?
English is the dominant language of instruction at Amsterdam’s international schools, with Dutch taught as an additional language and many schools offering EAL/English-as-an-additional-language support plus classes to sustain students’ mother tongues. If you want bilingual Dutch - English education look for schools that explicitly advertise a TTO or bilingual stream, and ask about entry testing and the extent of language support for newcomers.
