International Schools in Rotterdam, Netherlands

Rotterdam’s international schools sit in two clear strands: state-subsidised Dutch schools that run an English 'international' stream alongside the national curriculum, and fully private international schools that operate global programmes such as the International Baccalaureate or British curricula. English is the dominant language of instruction, and most schools also offer Dutch lessons plus mother-tongue or additional-language support for multilingual families. Published tuition varies widely - city medians are around the mid-four-figure to low-five-figure euros and subsidised international primary places are substantially cheaper than fully private schools - and families should budget separately for application or registration fees, transport, meals and exam charges. Admissions are often on a rolling basis but popular year groups fill quickly; schools commonly ask for recent school reports, proof of residency or expatriate status for subsidised places, and payment of a non-refundable registration or application fee to secure a place.

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