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The Netherlands School Society Nairobi

Kenya, Nairobi

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Dutch, English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 2 - 13 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 1971
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Dutch Curriculum, IPC (International Primary Curriculum)
Taught languages Swahili, French
Strengths Languages, STEM, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Academic and Intellectual
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Primary School
Introduction

The Netherlands School Society Nairobi is a Dutch bilingual pre- and primary school. It combines the Dutch curriculum with the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) in a small-class setting that tailors learning to each child. With about 15 nationalities, the school operates as a national-international school, embedding a Dutch education model in an international environment. The IPC units provide a broad, thematic program across History, Geography, Science, Technology, ICT, Music and Art, fostering participation and an international perspective. English is the main language of instruction in Milepost 2 and Milepost 3, while Dutch supports language development in earlier years. The school offers a green campus, parental involvement, and social gatherings. The library hosts Dutch and English titles, with annual new books and Dutch Child Book Week. Portfolios document student progress across IPC, literacy in Dutch and English, and Mathematics, using an assessment for learning approach. A seamless path to further study.

The Essentials

The Netherlands School Society Nairobi has instruction in Dutch, English.

Location
Karen, Nairobi, Kenya. Located on Windy Ridge, off Ngong Road, in the Karen area. The campus is a large green compound accessible from Ngong Road and near the Karen neighbourhood.

Stages
Toddler group and Primary education (groups 1/2 to 8).

Type
Dutch bilingual day school offering pre- and primary education.

Pupil Nationality Mix
Around 15 nationalities represented.

Additional learning support
Small classes with extra attention to special needs and special talents.

Country affiliation
Netherlands.

School day structure
Toddler group: 8:00–12:00 with optional daycare until 15:00. Primary groups 3–8: 8:00–15:00 Monday–Thursday and 8:00–14:00 on Fridays. Primary groups 1–2: 8:00–15:00 Monday–Thursday and 8:00–12:00 on Wednesdays and Fridays, with extension to 15:00 on Wednesdays and Fridays possible under supervision.

Bus service
Two school buses with drivers and an assistant per bus; routing available and costs vary by location.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
The Netherlands School Society is a bilingual day school for children aged 1½ to 12 years. A school bus service is available.

Food Options
Treats, lunch and snacks: Children typically receive treats on birthdays and when leaving school. We prefer healthy snacks and lunches; please avoid packing sweets such as candy, chips, donuts, and chocolate, and provide a healthy alternative.

Governance and Ownership
The Netherlands School Society is a non-profit association. The board is chaired by Peter de Jong; other board members include Erik Labee (treasurer), Kieke Grootenhuis (education/quality), Kris Verspecht (HRM), Christine Pentinga (secretary), and June Vandenabeele (Marketing/PR).
Fees
Application and registration fees
- The school requires a one-off financial security deposit; this deposit is refundable when a student leaves the school, subject to the school's final annual accounts showing a positive cashflow position.

Tuition fees (structure and breakdown)
- The school operates two tuition tariff groups:
- Tariff 1: applies where an employer pays 75% or more of the school fees.
- Tariff 2: applies where an employer pays less than 75% of the school fees; within Tariff 2 there are reduced rates for the second, third and subsequent children.
- Specific numeric tuition amounts (per term or per year group) are not published as machine-readable tables on the public fee pages; parents should expect the school to provide the exact per-term and per-year figures directly when applying or registering.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- School fees are reviewed and set annually by the school's Annual General Meeting; the school applies the revised fees following that process. No fixed public timetable for term invoicing or payment deadlines is published on the fee pages.

Boarding fees
- The Netherlands School Society is a Dutch curriculum pre‑ and primary day school; the school does not operate boarding facilities, so boarding fees are not applicable.

Other costs and usual additional charges
- Transport: the school operates two school buses; bus charges vary by route and depend on family location. The bus fee is determined by route and distance and is quoted separately.
- Snacks & lunch: the school encourages students to bring a healthy snack and packed lunch; there is no published universal lunch-on-site charge for all students on the fee pages.
- Uniforms and explicit textbook or activity fee schedules are not published on the public fee pages; any such costs are handled and communicated by the school as required.

Refund and cancellation rules
- The one-off financial security deposit is refundable when a student leaves the school, subject to a positive cashflow position in the school's closed annual financial accounts. Other refund or prorating rules for term tuition are not published on the public fee pages.

Fee payment options
- The public fee pages do not list specific accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer, credit card or other). Contact details (phone and email) are provided by the school for fee enquiries and payment arrangements.
Academics

The Netherlands School Society Nairobi teaches Dutch Curriculum, IPC (International Primary Curriculum) for students aged 2 to 13.

Curriculum
The Netherlands School Society Nairobi offers bilingual Dutch-English pre- and primary education. In small classrooms, education is focused on the individual learning needs of each student. Through the International Primary Curriculum (IPC), the school provides a wide and challenging education with a thematic approach. The IPC fosters participation and the international character of the curriculum. The Dutch curriculum is embedded within an international setting, with a seamless connection to Dutch and international schooling after completing primary level. The school emphasizes small classes with extra attention to special needs and special talents, and high parental involvement with opportunities for social gatherings outside of school hours.

Student Teacher Ratio
Small classes with extra attention to individual learning needs.

Higher Education Progression
Seamless connection to enrollment in Dutch as well as international education systems after completing primary school.

Gifted and Talented
Small classes with extra attention to special talents.
Wellbeing

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school has small classes with extra attention to special needs and special talents.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school offers bilingual education in Dutch and English.

Mental Wellbeing
The school provides a safe and learning-centered environment.
Parent Experience

History
The Netherlands School Society was established in Nairobi in 1971. In 1981 the school moved to Dennis Pritt Road. In November 2002 the school relocated to the Swedish School compound in central Nairobi. In June 2016 the school moved to Karen. The school hosts around 15 nationalities and functions as a national-international school with a Dutch education model embedded in an international environment.

Community
The Netherlands School Society Nairobi hosts around 15 nationalities and uses a Dutch-English bilingual curriculum with the IPC. Parental involvement is high and social gatherings outside of school hours are part of the community. IPC's thematic approach encourages participation and the development of international perspectives.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The Netherlands School Society Nairobi offers bilingual Dutch and English pre- and primary education in Nairobi. The small classrooms focus on the individual learning needs of each student. The campus features a large green compound with space to play and explore. Parental involvement is high and social gatherings outside of school hours are encouraged. IPC units provide a wide, thematically organized curriculum with an international focus, covering History, Geography, Science, Technology, ICT, Music and Art.

Academic Facilities
The library provides Dutch and English books linked to the English curriculum, with recent titles purchased annually. Books are borrowed using library bags, and weekly volunteers assist with book exchanges. Dutch Child Book Week is observed every October. IPC units focus on History, Geography, Science, Technology, ICT, Music and Art with an international perspective, and English is the main language of instruction in Milepost 2 and Milepost 3. Portfolios document student progress across IPC, literacy in Dutch and English, and Mathematics, using an assessment for learning approach.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Dutch Child Book Week is held every October. Parental involvement is high and social gatherings outside of school hours provide opportunities for families to engage. IPC's thematic units encourage activities that extend beyond daily lessons. Library-based programs and reading-related activities support learning outside class time.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The Netherlands School Society offers bilingual Dutch-English pre- and primary education in Nairobi, and has done so for 50 years. Small classes focus on the individual learning needs of each student, and the large green campus provides space to learn and discover. Through the International Primary Curriculum (IPC), students receive a wide and challenging education with a thematic approach that encourages participation and reflects the international character of the school. Around 15 nationalities are represented, making NSS a national-international school, with a Dutch education model embedded in an international environment. Students learn to learn and take responsibility for their own learning in a safe, learning-centered setting.
Languages

Language Provision
Dutch and English are the languages of instruction. Pre- and primary education is delivered under the IPC curriculum in an international context. The Dutch education model is embedded in the school's approach.

Bilingual Teaching
The Netherlands School Society Nairobi offers bilingual education in Dutch and English for pre- and primary education. Classes are small and focus on the individual learning needs of each student. IPC (International Primary Curriculum) provides a wide, thematic approach to learning in an international setting.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Contact Netherlands School Society to arrange a visit and tour to see the educational system in action. A tour provides insight into daily routines and the IPC approach used at NSS. If you are interested in registering your toddler for the toddler group, communicate this when you reach out. This initial contact helps NSS to welcome you and discuss enrollment.

2. Enrollment criteria for the toddler group are as follows. The minimum age is 18 months. The toddler must be able to walk independently. The toddler must be physically and mentally able to participate in the education offered. Registration is for a minimum period of six weeks.

3. Next steps: contact us for more information. We would love to tell you more and invite you to come and have a look. Netherlands School Society is located at Windy Ridge, off Ngong Road, Nairobi.
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