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Strengths Languages, STEM, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Leadership and Professional
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction
International French School of Amsterdam is an AEFE‑affiliated French establishment approved by the French Ministry of Education. The school operates on two central‑west Amsterdam sites: the Primary School at Anthonie van Dijckstraat 1 and the Middle/High School at Veerstraat 48. It delivers the French national curriculum with a fully bilingual approach from preschool. From age 3, students receive 13 hours of French, 11 hours of English and 2 hours of Dutch per week; Dutch is taught as an additional language while immersion continues in French and English. A British international track runs from 6th to 10th grade for studies in English. The middle school culminates in the Diplôme national du brevet, and the lycée offers the International French Baccalaureate (BFI). The school is a member of Globeducate and part of the AEFE network. Facilities include bright classrooms, libraries, outdoor spaces, secondary laboratories for physics, chemistry and life sciences, plus a Fab Lab and Art class.
Anthonie van Dijckstraat 1, 1077 ME Amsterdam, Netherlands
The Essentials
International French School Amsterdam has 401 pupils, typical class sizes of 24, instruction in French, English.
Location
Two sites in central Amsterdam. Primary School: Anthonie van Dijckstraat 1, 1077 ME Amsterdam. Middle and High School: Veerstraat 48, 1075 SW Amsterdam. The campuses are in the centre west of Amsterdam and are about eight minutes apart by bike or 30 minutes on foot. Both sites feature modern facilities including libraries, outdoor spaces, and, in the secondary buildings, a Fab Lab and science laboratories.
Stages
Preschool (Nursery) to High School (ages 2-18). From middle school, pupils can join the British international track; at lycée, the International French Baccalaureate (BFI) is offered. All pupils take the Diplôme National du Brevet (DNB) at the end of middle school and continue to the baccalaureate.
Type
The International French School of Amsterdam is a co-educational day school. It does not offer boarding facilities, but it does provide an optional after-school care service until 7:00 PM for children aged 2 to 12.
Pupil Nationality Mix
Over 30 nationalities represented.
Country affiliation
AEFE network (Agence pour l'Enseignement Français à l'Etranger), France.
Religious affiliation
The school does not have a religious affiliation.
School day structure
The school day runs Monday through Friday from 7:40 AM to 5:15 PM (7:45 AM on Wednesdays). Secondary class times are 8:00 AM–12:05 PM and 1:00 PM–5:05 PM, with breaks; Primary classes run 8:00 AM–3:30 PM. Primary lunch is 12:05 PM–1:00 PM; secondary lunch is 12:05 PM–1:00 PM.
Bus service
The school offers a bus transport service to assist families with the daily commute between home and the campuses. While the specific transport provider and route map are not detailed on the public website, this service is managed alongside other daily conveniences like the canteen and extended care. Families can organize this service directly through the school administration.
Fees
Annual tuition at International French School Amsterdam ranges from EUR 11,470 to EUR 15,730 for 2026/27.
Enrolment / Application fees
- First Enrolment Fee (DPI): EUR 1,500. This is required once, at the start of a student's first year and confirms the place. The DPI must be paid within 7 days of the approval notice. - Annual Registration Fee (DAI): EUR 400. Payable each year from the second year of enrolment.
Tuition fees
- TPS (toute petite section / nursery entry): Annual fee EUR 15,730 — Term 1: EUR 6,290; Term 2: EUR 4,720; Term 3: EUR 4,720. - Nursery School (maternelle): Annual fee EUR 11,470 — Term 1: EUR 4,590; Term 2: EUR 3,440; Term 3: EUR 3,440. - Elementary School (école élémentaire): Annual fee EUR 11,470 — Term 1: EUR 4,590; Term 2: EUR 3,440; Term 3: EUR 3,440. - Middle School (collège): Annual fee EUR 12,560 — Term 1: EUR 5,020; Term 2: EUR 3,770; Term 3: EUR 3,770. - High School (lycée): Annual fee EUR 15,140 — Term 1: EUR 6,060; Term 2: EUR 4,540; Term 3: EUR 4,540.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Term deadlines (payment due dates): First term due before 15/09/[academic year]; Second term due before 01/12/[academic year]; Third term due before 01/03/[academic year]. Non-admission to class will be applied if the first term payment is not received by 15/10 (first term), by 01/01 (second term) or by 01/04 (third term) respectively. The First Enrolment Fee (DPI) must be paid within seven days of the approval notice. - DPI and DAI are non-refundable.
Sibling reductions / discounts
- A reduction on the First Enrolment Fee (DPI) is available for larger families (applies from the third child onwards).
Boarding fees
- Boarding: not applicable. The school operates as a day school and no boarding/residential provision or boarding fees are listed.
Other costs and fees
- School supplies / textbooks (group purchase): A flat group‑purchase charge is applied for nursery and for primary cycles (charged with the first‑term school fees). Example typical amounts used for materials: Nursery-level group purchase EUR 100; Primary-level group purchase EUR 150 (charged at the start of the year). These cover class materials, selected textbooks and consumables for the relevant cycle. - Canteen / lunch service: Hot meals are provided by an external partner (families may order meals via the partner's service); meal charges are invoiced separately through the meal provider. - Afterschool care: An extended‑hours afterschool childcare service is available through an external partner (places, bookings and fees are arranged through that partner). Fees for afterschool care are charged separately by the provider. - School bus / transport: Bus transport is offered as a school service; transport places and charges are handled separately. Transport costs are additional to tuition. - Extracurricular activities and some trips: Certain extracurricular activities, specific programme trips or optional services may carry additional charges and are billed separately when applicable.
Refund information
- The First Enrolment Fee (DPI) is non-refundable. The Annual Registration Fee (DAI) is non-refundable. No other general tuition‑refund provisions are stated in the published fee schedule.
Fee payment arrangements and options
- Payments are invoiced according to the billing schedule above (first, second and third term instalments) and the DPI payment deadline at enrolment. Specific payment methods and invoicing instructions are handled by the school's finance/admissions administration as part of the enrolment and billing process. For canteen, afterschool and transport services, bookings and payments are processed through the respective external service providers.
Academics
International French School Amsterdam teaches French Curriculum for students aged 2 to 18.
Curriculum
The school teaches the French national curriculum with a fully bilingual approach from preschool onwards. From age 3, students are immersed in French (13 hours per week), English (11 hours) and Dutch (2 hours). Dutch is taught as an additional language alongside immersion in French and English. A British international track runs from 6th to 10th grade for deeper understanding of curriculum subjects in English. The school operates across Nursery (ages 2-6), Primary (ages 6-11), Middle (ages 11-15) culminating in the Diplôme national du brevet, and High School (ages 15-18) culminating in the baccalaureate exams.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Attend an Open Day or Book a Visit: Prospective families can tour the facilities, meet the teaching and leadership staff, and ask questions to help ease the decision-making process.
2. Begin the Admissions Process: Applications are accepted for students from preschool (age 2) through Grade 11, with Grade 12 opening in September 2025.
3. Secure Enrollment: Upon an offer of admission, the non-refundable first inscription fee (DPI) of €1,500 must be paid within seven days. From the second year of enrollment, a non-refundable annual registration fee (DAI) applies (€400 for 2025-2026; €500 for 2026-2027).
4. Apply for Scholarships (If Applicable): French families registered with the Consulate of France in Amsterdam may apply for AEFE scholarships. Eligible students must be French citizens, reside in the Netherlands with a legal guardian, and be at least 3 years old. Application materials and further details are available through the Consulate's social service.
Scholarships
Scholarships: The International French School d'Amsterdam is an AEFE partner, and French families registered at the Consulate of France in Amsterdam whose children attend the school may receive a school scholarship under certain conditions. Scholarships are decided by the Consular Council for School Scholarships (CCB). To be eligible, the child must be French, reside in the Netherlands with a parent or legal guardian, be at least 3 years old in the calendar year of the start of the school year, and be enrolled at the Consulat général de France à Amsterdam in an AEFE‑approved school. A brochure with the application form and supporting documents can be downloaded; contact the Consulate's social service for more information.
FAQs
What age range does the International French School Amsterdam serve?
The school serves students aged 2 to 18, from preschool through to the French Baccalaureate at the lycee level.
What curriculum does the school follow?
IFSA delivers the French national curriculum with a fully bilingual approach. From age 3, students receive 13 hours of French, 11 hours of English and 2 hours of Dutch per week. The International French Baccalaureate (BFI) is offered at lycee level.
Where are the campuses?
The Primary School is at Anthonie van Dijckstraat 1 and the Middle/High School at Veerstraat 48 in central-west Amsterdam, about eight minutes apart by bike.
Is the school accredited?
Yes, IFSA is an AEFE-affiliated French establishment approved by the French Ministry of Education and a member of Globeducate.
How much are the tuition fees?
Fees are approximately EUR 32 per year in publicly available data, but specific amounts vary by level. Contact the school directly for the latest fee schedule.
What languages are taught?
French and English are taught bilingually from preschool. Dutch is taught as an additional language from the start, and further language options are available in secondary.
What are the school hours?
The school day runs Monday through Friday from 7:40 AM to 5:15 PM, with secondary classes from 8:00 AM to 12:05 PM and 1:00 PM to 5:05 PM.
Is there a British international track?
Yes, from middle school pupils can join the British international track alongside the French curriculum. At lycee, the International French Baccalaureate (BFI) is offered.
How many students attend?
The school has approximately 401 students across both campuses.
How do I apply?
Contact the school admissions office. Applications follow the AEFE and French Ministry of Education admission procedures.
Are scholarships available?
Scholarships are available for families with low incomes through the AEFE network, awarded based on the financial situation and composition of the family.
