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Gifted Minds International School

Netherlands, Amsterdam

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees €17,281 - 17,941
Ages 3 - 16 years
Type Co-educational
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary)
Taught languages English, Dutch, French
Typical class size 24
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Social and Hobbies, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Preschool, Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

Gifted Minds International School (GMIS) is the international school in Hoofddorp, adjacent to Schiphol Airport, serving ages 3 to 16. It offers International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) with Cambridge Primary and Cambridge Secondary curricula. The medium of instruction is English, with Dutch or French language classes taught twice weekly. The campus covers about 2,000 square meters in former office building converted into a learning environment for students. GMIS emphasizes inquiry-based learning across age groups and runs three Learning Pathways—Vermeer Learners, Rembrandt Learners, and Piet Mondrian Learners—to balance academic study with creativity. Facilities include a library with books in nine categories and specialist teachers in PHE, Art, Music, Library, STEAM, IT, EAL and Drama. Extracurricular activities take place on Wednesdays, offering sports and arts such as Zumba, Pottery, Mosaic Art and Film Production. A 12:1 student‑teacher ratio operates. The school embraces inclusivity and supports neuro-divergent learners within its wellbeing framework.

Opaallaan 1190, 2132 LN Hoofddorp, Netherlands

The Essentials

Gifted Minds International School has typical class sizes of 24, instruction in English.

Location
Gifted Minds International School, Opaallaan 1190-1196, Hoofddorp 2132 LN, Netherlands. The school is located in Hoofddorp, Noord-Holland. It offers gratuitous transportation as part of its services.

Stages
Preschool/ Early Years; Primary/ Elementary Years; Secondary Years

Type
International school

Additional learning support
Support for neuro-divergent learners (SEN).

Country affiliation
Netherlands

Bus service
Gratuitous transportation is provided.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
GMIS provides gratuitous breakfast and lunch services for GMIS students. The meals are freshly prepared, warm international cuisine with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options.

House System
Three learning pathways: Vermeer Learners, Rembrandt Learners, and Piet Mondrian Learner.

Governance and Ownership
GMIS is governed by a Governing Body. The Governing Body oversees governance activities including vision and strategy, standards of teaching and learning, personnel and finances. The committee structure supports the principal and staff to deliver the school's vision and provide an outstanding learning environment.
Fees

Annual tuition at Gifted Minds International School ranges from EUR 17,281 to EUR 17,941 for 2026/27.

Application & Registration Fees

- Registration fee: EUR 450 per student (non-refundable).
- Security deposit: EUR 1,000 per student (refundable subject to the school's refund conditions). The security deposit is invoiced at acceptance and is charged in addition to tuition.

Tuition fees by year group (annual and per-trimester amounts)

Notes on calculation: annual tuition is invoiced for the school year and the school divides the yearly tuition into three trimesters for billing. The per-trimester values below are the annual tuition divided by three. All amounts are shown in EUR.

- Nursery — Half-Day (age 3–4)
- Annual tuition: EUR 14,883.
- Per trimester (annual ÷ 3): EUR 4,961.00.
- Security deposit: EUR 1,000 (refundable).
- Registration fee: EUR 450 (non-refundable).
- Total on first invoice (tuition + deposit + registration): EUR 16,333.

- Nursery — Full-Day / Kindergarten 1 / Reception / Kindergarten 2 (age 3–6)
- Annual tuition: EUR 17,281.
- Per trimester (annual ÷ 3): EUR 5,760.33.
- Security deposit: EUR 1,000 (refundable).
- Registration fee: EUR 450 (non-refundable).
- Total on first invoice (tuition + deposit + registration): EUR 18,731.

- Grade 1 through Grade 6 (Years 2–7; ages 6–12)
- Annual tuition (each year group listed): EUR 17,941.
- Per trimester (annual ÷ 3): EUR 5,980.33.
- Security deposit: EUR 1,000 (refundable).
- Registration fee: EUR 450 (non-refundable).
- Total on first invoice (tuition + deposit + registration): EUR 19,391.

- Inclusive Support stream (Rembrandt Learners — inclusive/EAL support where applicable)
- Annual tuition: EUR 24,000 (per the published inclusive-support fee schedule).
- Per trimester (annual ÷ 3): EUR 8,000.00.
- Security deposit: EUR 1,000 (refundable).
- Registration fee: EUR 450 (non-refundable).
- Total on first invoice (tuition + deposit + registration): EUR 25,450.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The school year runs from August through June and yearly tuition is divided into three trimesters: Trimester 1 (August–November), Trimester 2 (December–March), and Trimester 3 (April–June). Invoices are issued on a trimester basis.
- New students enrolling at the start of the academic year receive a first-trimester invoice that includes the non-refundable registration fee and the refundable security deposit; this invoice must be settled by the stated due date (the first-trimester invoice deadline is indicated in the school's billing communications).
- The school distinguishes between self-funded parents and company-funded parents; company-funded invoices can be issued directly to an employer when the employer covers tuition.
- The school states that tuition fees will be adjusted annually on an index-linked basis and that fees and conditions are subject to change; timely payment is required to guarantee a student's place.

Boarding fees

- No boarding program or boarding fees are listed in the published fee materials; boarding is not applicable.

Other costs and fees (included and excluded)

- Items explicitly included within the per-student tuition: student study materials, a one-time tablet upon registration (not applicable to half-day Nursery), stationery, field trips within the Netherlands, extra-curricular activities (ECA), class year-end photographs, specialist/cutting-edge subjects, and EAL support where applicable.
- Items explicitly excluded from the standard tuition and billed separately: swimming (when applicable), transportation/bus services (where applicable), overseas field trips (OFT — billed separately on the basis of accommodation, transport and food), parent tickets/charges for Year End Concert/Founders Day, and certain specialist therapies or intensive support (e.g., speech therapy, occupational therapy, psychological services) where those services are required. Transportation for half-day Nursery students is not provided.
- Field trips within the Netherlands are included in tuition; overseas trips and any accompanying parent costs are invoiced separately.

Refund and withdrawal rules

- Absence or mandated school closures (for any reason, including public-health events) do not entitle parents to a refund or rebate of tuition.
- Withdrawal notice and payment consequences:
- If a student is to discontinue after Trimester 1 (after 30 November), parents must inform the school by 1 September and pay full tuition for Trimester 1.
- If discontinuing after Trimester 2 (after 31 March), parents must inform the school by 1 December and pay full tuition for Trimester 2.
- If discontinuing after Trimester 3 (after 30 June), parents must inform the school by 1 April and pay full tuition for Trimester 3.
- If notice deadlines are not met, the next Trimester's tuition fee is due in full; if parents withdraw after the stated dates, no refund will be given for the following term's tuition and the security deposit may be forfeited.
- Security-deposit refund conditions and timing: the security deposit is refundable only if withdrawal notice requirements are met, all fees and extras are paid, and all invoiced sibling amounts are cleared. When refundable, the deposit will be returned to the bank account used for the original payment within eight weeks after the student's last day. The deposit cannot be offset against tuition. Refunds are processed to the originating bank account.
- If the school requires removal of a student for serious policy violations, no refund of any portion of the total fees for the academic year will be considered.

Fee payment options and invoicing

- The school issues invoices for tuition and additional charges; company-funded parents may be invoiced directly to their employers. Refunds are made to the bank account used for the original payment. Payment is handled via the school's invoicing process.

Summary

- Registration fee EUR 450 (non-refundable) and security deposit EUR 1,000 (refundable subject to conditions) are charged in addition to annual tuition.
- Annual tuition varies by program and year group; the published annual amounts and the corresponding per-trimester divisions are listed above for each year group and for the inclusive-support stream.
Academics

Gifted Minds International School teaches American Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary) for students aged 3 to 16.

Curriculum
Follows International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IBPYP). The teaching approaches follow a current, research-based curriculum.

Student Teacher Ratio
The school has a personalised student-to-teacher ratio of 12:1.

Gifted and Talented
The school emphasizes giftedness, stating that every child is a gifted mind; it nurtures this giftedness and offers three Learning Pathways: Vermeer Learners, Rembrandt Learners, and Piet Mondrian Learners.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school addresses social and emotional development. Every class has a full-time homeroom tutor and specialist teachers, including EAL, to support students' social and emotional needs.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school has an inclusive learning culture with differentiated instruction. It provides extra support for students with diverse abilities through the Green Room Special Needs Support and SMILE (Social, Motor, Intelligence, Language, Emotional) development.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school uses English as the medium of instruction and provides Additional Languages (Dutch or French) taught twice weekly.

Mental Wellbeing
The school emphasizes mental wellbeing, reflected in the motto Healthy minds lead to healthy beings and safeguarding practices to support student welfare.

Safeguarding
The school safeguards the wellbeing of students and staff; it complies with health, safety, security, and fire regulations and has security cameras and an entrance intercom.
Parent Experience

History
GMIS is the first international school located in Hoofddorp, adjacent to Schiphol Airport. The campus occupies approximately 2,000 square meters of a former office building converted into a learning environment for international students. GMIS is an International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program (IBPYP) school. The medium of instruction is English, with additional Dutch or French language classes offered twice weekly.

Community
GMIS is a premium international school in North Holland with a multicultural, inclusive community that respects the developmental needs, race, religion, and nationality of every student. The school emphasizes a 'child first' ethos and celebrates giftedness in every child. Teachers and students invent, rethink, co-construct, and innovate ideas for teaching and learning, with meaningful targets and measurable goals to track progress.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school is located in Hoofddorp, adjacent to Schiphol Airport. The campus comprises approximately 2,000 square meters, converted from a former office building into a state-of-the-art learning environment for international students. GMIS serves preschool (3–6 years) and primary (6–12 years) students. The medium of instruction is English, with additional language classes in Dutch or French taught twice weekly. GMIS is an IB Primary Years Program (IBPYP) school.

Sports Facilities
GMIS provides swimming sessions at the Aalsmeer Swimming Complex for preschoolers and primary students. The sessions take place in an indoor space, offering a warm environment for aquatic activities. Swimming develops motor skills, strength, and coordination while keeping students active. Professional instructors supervise the sessions to ensure safety and enjoyment. The swimming program is part of the school's sports offering.

Academic Facilities
GMIS teaches in English and offers Dutch or French as additional languages taught twice weekly. GMIS follows the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program (IBPYP). Every class has a full-time homeroom tutor and specialized subject teachers in Physical and Health Education, Art, Music, Library, STEAM, IT, EAL and Drama. GMIS provides a library as part of its academic facilities. The library houses books in nine categories, including storybooks, reading books, chapter books, non-fiction, Dutch, French, Ukrainian, additional languages, and teacher resources.

Extra Curricular Facilities
GMIS provides extra-curricular activities on Wednesdays as part of its holistic approach. The ECA includes sports-based and interest-based activities that promote team building and leadership. Activities include Zumba, Table Tennis, Pottery, Piano, Mosaic, Jewelry Making and Interpretive Dance. Other sports are available such as Football. The program aims to nurture mind, body and spirit.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
GMIS uses inquiry-based learning across ages with dedicated teachers guiding exciting discoveries and hands-on investigations. Three Learning Pathways—Vermeer Learners, Rembrandt Learners, and Piet Mondrian Learners—balance academic rigor with creativity and cross-disciplinary thinking. Language Acquisition includes English, Dutch, Nomadic, and Mother Tongue Languages, supported by Qualified Homeroom Tutors and Talented Specialist Teachers who foster cross-disciplinary connections. Information Technology underpins core learning alongside Exploring the World of Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology).

Arts & Creative
Arts are expressed through Music, Drama, and Visual Arts. The school also offers Wednesday Extra Curricular Activities such as Zumba, Table Tennis, Pottery, Piano, Mosaic Art, Jewelry Making, Interpretive Dance, Game Forge Creation, Football, Film Production, Crochet, and Cooking and Baking. These activities support creative expression and practical skills beyond the classroom.

Cultural & Language
Language Acquisition includes English, Dutch, Nomadic, and Mother Tongue Languages. Language development is supported by qualified Homeroom Tutors and Specialist Teachers to promote multilingual learning. The program aims to empower students as global citizens and foster cross-cultural understanding.

Social & Hobbies
Extra Curricular Activities include Zumba, Table Tennis, Pottery, Piano, Mosaic Art, Jewelry Making, Interpretive Dance, Game Forge Creation, Football, Film Production, Crochet, and Cooking and Baking. ECA activities promote team-building and leadership through engaging, interest-based sessions held on Wednesdays. These activities complement academic learning and contribute to holistic development.

Leadership & Professional
ECA activities promote leadership through team-building and opportunities to take on roles in projects. The Vermeer, Rembrandt, and Mondrian pathways encourage independent thinking, initiative, and collaboration. Qualified Homeroom Tutors and Talented Specialist Teachers provide personalised guidance and cross-disciplinary connections to develop professional skills. A personalised 12:1 student-teacher ratio supports individualized growth and leadership development.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
PSPE bolsters mental and physical well-being through kinetic learning. Gratuitous Transportation and a Nutritious International Meal program provide practical supports for daily life. The school embraces inclusivity and supports neuro-divergent learners as part of its holistic approach to well-being.
Languages

Language Provision
Medium of instruction is English. Dutch and French are offered as additional languages, taught twice weekly.
Reputation

Accreditations
IB Primary Years Programme (IBPYP) approved school in the Amsterdam area.
Admissions

Admissions
GMIS offers three learning pathways: Vermeer Learner (Mainstream), Rembrandt Learner (Inclusive Support), and Piet Mondrian Learner (Intensive Support). GMIS provides education for preschool and primary students, with the age range 3–12 years. The medium of instruction is English, with additional language classes in Dutch or French taught twice weekly. Rembrandt Learner and Piet Mondrian Learner fall under Passend Onderwijs (Appropriate Education). The Admissions Process page directs to an Admission Form 2024-2025, which lists Academic Year of Entry options: 2024-2025, 2025-2026, Trio 1, Trio 2, Trio 3. The Admission Form requires the following documents: a completed application form; previous school reports; vaccination/immunization history; copies of passports; Learning Support Assessments; copies of the applicant's passport; copy of valid resident permit; copies of academic records in English; passport-sized photo. It also requires a €450 registration fee and includes consent and health information; an application will not be processed until all documents are received. The school's contact information is listed on the form for inquiries.
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