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International School Almere

Netherlands, Amsterdam

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees €4,520 - 7,275
Ages 2 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 350
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme), BTEC Qualification
Taught languages English, Dutch, Spanish, French, Mandarin
Typical class size 24
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Leadership and Professional, Social and Hobbies, Arts and Creative
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Preschool, Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

International School Almere is an IB World School serving ages 2 to 18. It offers the IB programmes PYP, MYP and DP, plus CP and BTEC qualification. The MYP and DP are IB-authorised and CIS-recognised, with MYP classes capped at 24 students and a DP core comprising Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay, and Creativity, Activity and Service. The CP provides a candidacy pathway for 16+ students, pairing two DP subjects with CP Core and BTEC Level 3 International Diploma in Information Technology. The campus on Breskensweg 5 in Almere. Facilities include two gyms, the Beehive Library Learning Centre, science laboratory, a workshop, and a cafetorium; Primary and Secondary occupy separate wings but share a vibrant campus life. English is the language of instruction with Dutch taught as Host Country Language, and International Mother Language Week is celebrated. Extracurriculars include ALMUN, Dungeons & Dragons, and Yearbook, along with sport, orchestra, and drama.

Breskensweg 5, 1324 KE Almere, Netherlands

The Essentials

International School Almere has 350 pupils, typical class sizes of 24, instruction in English.

Location
Located at Breskensweg 5, 1324 KE Almere, Netherlands. The school lies between Literatuurwijk and Stedenwijk and is close to Almere Muziekwijk station, with several bus stops within walking distance. Free parking is available on site, and students may park their bicycles on site. The building is accessible to wheelchair users.

Stages
Primary and Secondary

Type
IB World School offering all four IB programmes, including the Primary Years Programme (PYP).

Additional learning support
For children with special needs or those requiring learning support, reports and relevant testing details are required before admission. The Learning Support Coordinator handles needs, and internal assessments may be required before admission. If, after a period of at least six weeks in school, the school cannot meet the academic, social/emotional or physical needs of a child, placement may be transferred to a more suitable establishment.

School day structure
The secondary school day begins at 09:00 and consists of six periods, with two tea breaks and a lunch break integrated throughout the day. Regular classes end at 16:00, followed by Project Time until 16:30 and afterschool clubs that run until 17:00.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
No boarding is provided. There is no school bus; public transport in Almere is well organized. After-school care is available through Partou, which operates a shuttle service and will pick up students attending BSO at the Club.

Uniform Requirement
IS Almere students do not wear a uniform.

Food Options
The school has a small canteen open during the lunch break and sells snacks. We encourage students to bring their own food from home in a lunch box.

Governance and Ownership
ISAlmere is part of the Almeerse Scholen Groep (ASG). The primary section falls under the ASG school board, and the secondary section falls under Het Baken.
Fees

Annual tuition at International School Almere ranges from EUR 4,520 to EUR 7,275 for 2026/27.

Application fees

- Primary: A non-refundable administration/application fee of EUR 150 per child is payable when submitting the application form.
- Secondary: A one-off non-refundable application/registration fee of EUR 200 is charged for new students. A refundable deposit of EUR 500 is also required for new secondary students.

Tuition fees by year group

- Primary (single primary fee schedule for all primary year groups):
- Annual school fee by month of enrolment:
- Enlisting in August/September: EUR 4,520.
- Enlisting in October: EUR 4,144.
- Enlisting in November: EUR 3,769.
- Enlisting in December: EUR 3,393.
- Enlisting in January: EUR 3,017.
- Enlisting in February: EUR 2,642.
- Enlisting in March: EUR 2,266.
- Enlisting in April: EUR 1,891.
- Enlisting in May/June: EUR 1,514.

- Secondary (fees shown per programme/year group; amounts are annual):
- MYP 1–4: EUR 6,350 per year.
- MYP 5: EUR 6,350 per year.
- DP1 / CP1: EUR 7,275 per year.
- DP2 / CP2: EUR 7,275 per year.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Primary: The annual fee must be received before the student starts school to guarantee placement. Payment options offered are payment in full or payment in 8 instalments. International bank transfer details are provided (IBAN: NL55 INGB 0008569174; BIC: INGBNL2A). International transfers must be sent with the OUR instruction so the payer covers transfer charges; include the child's full name in the payment reference.

- Secondary: The annual school fee is compulsory and the school fee agreement is signed for one year. Payment options include payment in one lump sum via bank transfer, payment in one lump sum via iDeal, or payment in 4 or 6 instalments (installments only by direct debit). Parents receive an email from WisCollect to select payment preference and to enter bank details for direct debit collection. Secondary international bank details: IBAN NL69 RABO 0132 48 44 20; BIC RABONL2U.

Boarding fees

- International School Almere is a day school (no boarding provision). There are no boarding fees.

Other costs and mandatory additional charges

- Secondary examination fees: range shown EUR 650–EUR 850 (exam fee varies by programme/student).
- Secondary registration/administration: registration line-item EUR 200 (see application/registration fee). New secondary students pay a refundable deposit of EUR 500.
- School trips (secondary): MYP 1–2: EUR 60; MYP 3–4: EUR 650 (these are invoiced with the school fee in September and some excursions are mandatory).
- Student printing/start-up credit (secondary): a start-up printing quota of EUR 15 is provided to new students. Additional top-ups can be added to the account.
- Primary: the published annual fees above are the primary tuition charges; no separate boarding charge applies; additional incidental costs (for trips or materials) may be charged as required. Primary payment options and bank details are as listed under Billing.

Refund information and withdrawal terms

- Secondary refund schedule (portion of total school fee payable based on starting month and the refund percentage when leaving in a given month):
- August: portion payable 100%; refund when leaving in August: 50%.
- September: portion payable 100%; refund when leaving in September: 50%.
- October: portion payable 90%; refund when leaving in October: 50%.
- November: portion payable 80%; refund when leaving in November: 50%.
- December: portion payable 70%; refund when leaving in December: 50%.
- January: portion payable 60%; refund when leaving in January: 40%.
- February: portion payable 50%; refund when leaving in February: 30%.
- March: portion payable 40%; refund when leaving in March: 20%.
- April: portion payable 30%; refund when leaving in April: 10%.
- May: portion payable 20%; refund when leaving in May: 0%.
- June: portion payable 10%; refund when leaving in June: 0%.
- July: portion payable 10%; refund when leaving in July: 0%.
- Note: A refund is not permitted for students transferring to another school within 55 km during the school year. Parents are liable for full exam fees if withdrawal is made after 31 January for exam students.

Academics

International School Almere teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme), BTEC Qualification for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum
ISAlmere Secondary offers the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the IB Diploma Programme (DP), both IB-authorised and CIS-recognised. The MYP provides eight subject groups and prioritises interdisciplinary, holistic development, with MYP classes capped at 24 students. The DP comprises six subject groups plus a DP core; the core includes Theory of Knowledge, an Extended Essay, and Creativity, Activity and Service. A Career-related Programme (CP) exists as a candidacy pathway for 16+ students, combining two DP subjects (DP Business and Management and DP Mathematics: Applications and Interpretations), the CP Core (Personal and Professional Skills, Reflective Project, Language and Cultural Studies (Chinese), Community Engagement), and a Career-related Study in Information Technology via a BTEC Level 3 International Diploma. The CP and DP are designed to prepare students for higher education and international careers.

Student Teacher Ratio
MYP classes have a maximum of 24 students.

Higher Education Progression
DP has been authorized since 2010 to prepare students for higher education and international careers. The 2025-2028 School Plan notes CP candidacy with a planned launch for 2025-2026, expanding progression options. DP and CP are designed to provide pathways to universities and international opportunities.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
ISAlmere operates a year-group tailored mentor program that emphasizes social-emotional wellbeing. Mentors are the primary point of contact for students and families and collaborate with teachers and the Care Team to develop and implement support plans. The program embeds social-emotional competencies, including self-awareness, self-esteem, self-management, social awareness, friendship skills, and responsible decision-making, with a dedicated intake for new MYP1 students and ongoing reinforcement across year levels. It covers themes such as global citizenship, positive group dynamics, school safety, online behavior, gender diversity, and substance-use prevention. A Social Safety Coordinator promotes a safe, inclusive environment, while a Trust Persons role and Student Support Coordination support wellbeing across the school.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
ISAlmere defines learners who require additional support as those experiencing significant difficulty accessing the curriculum, having a disability, medical or psychosocial condition, or needing adapted teaching approaches. The school provides internal support via the Care Team and Head of Care, including identification of needs, development of individual support plans, and inclusive arrangements such as Individual Educational Plans and inclusive access arrangements. English as an Additional Language (EAL) learners are not counted as needing additional learning support but are supported through the school's EAL framework. A three-level Support Framework – universal Tier 1, targeted Tier 2, and intensive Tier 3 – guides interventions to ensure all students can access learning.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English as an Additional Language is supported through the school's dedicated EAL framework rather than as part of general learning support.

Mental Wellbeing
Wellbeing is integrated through the mentor program and the school's care structure. The Head of Care, supported by the School Counsellor, coordinates student wellbeing and coordinates with external professionals as needed. The school's three-level Support Framework ensures universal wellbeing in Tier 1 and targeted supports at Tiers 2 and 3, with ongoing staff training to strengthen inclusive teaching and pastoral care.

Safeguarding
ISAlmere maintains a Social Safety Policy and an anti-bullying protocol with zero tolerance to bullying. The policy defines bullying, outlines prevention and response procedures, and specifies the roles of mentors, teachers, support staff, parents, and an anti-bullying coordinator. Trust Persons are available to support students and families in sensitive cases, and Student Support Coordination, led by the Head of Care and a School Counsellor, oversees wellbeing and interventions, including collaboration with external services as needed.
Parent Experience

Community
International School Almere offers a secondary IB programme for students aged 12 to 18 within a diverse, intercultural learning community. Its mission is to inspire students to reach their full potential through academic excellence, intercultural awareness, and mutual respect within a diverse, caring community. The school celebrates every culture and language, including International Mother Language Week. The campus is centrally located in Almere, near Amsterdam, and the building is accessible to wheelchair users.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Parent Support Group (PSG) represents a collaborative entity comprising parents and ISAlmere staff members. The PSG coordinates the talents and availability of parents to provide support for educational provisions and extracurricular activities. Parent representatives serve as a channel for general ideas, initiatives, and concerns not specific to individual students, with the aim of having at least one representative per grade. The PSG bridges cultural, linguistic, and knowledge gaps for expat families and helps organize school and community events more effectively. To join, please email psg@isalmere.nl with your name, your child's grade, areas of interest, and preferred contact method.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The International School Almere resides in a new building on Breskensweg 5 in Almere. The light-filled facility includes two gyms, two libraries, a laboratory, a workshop, and a large cafetorium for dining and school events. Primary and Secondary students occupy separate wings and frequently enjoy mutual, supervised activities. The campus is located centrally in the Netherlands, close to Amsterdam, with access to Almere's forests, lakes, and beaches.

Sports Facilities
Two gyms are available for physical education and sports.

Academic Facilities
Beehive Library Learning Centre provides a growing collection of print and digital resources, world literature, and access to digital platforms and databases. Library services include research skill sessions, information literacy guidance, encouraging reading for pleasure, and collaborative learning spaces. The MYP and DP collections are expanding to support inquiry-based learning and international mindedness. The facility includes a science laboratory and a workshop to support practical, hands-on learning.

Extra Curricular Facilities
International School Almere Insights; ALMUN; Dungeons & Dragons; Computers; Yearbook; Commodore; Reading; Basketball; Singing; Eco Schools; Orchestra; Student Council; Design; Rock Climbing; School Play; Badminton; Smart Start; Nightingale.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
International School Almere – Primary is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP). The curriculum is organized under six transdisciplinary themes: Who we are, How we Express Ourselves, How the World Works, How we Organise ourselves, Sharing the Planet, and Where we are in Place and Time. Learners explore through inquiry and make connections across subject areas such as science and the arts. The Maths programme uses Numicon to provide hands-on, visual learning, and Literacy uses the Talk for Writing approach to develop storytelling and writing skills.

Arts & Creative
After-school clubs support arts and creativity, including Orchestra, Singing, and a School Play. Art expression is learned within classroom teaching under the guidance of the teacher. Music and drama activities are integrated with IB learning themes to enrich creative expression.

Cultural & Language
Language and culture are embedded in the school environment. English is the language of instruction and Dutch is taught as Host Country Language to help students navigate Dutch society. International Mother Language Week is celebrated to honour every mother language. ALMUN, a Model United Nations club, is one of the after‑school activities that fosters cultural and global awareness.

Social & Hobbies
Afterschool clubs offer a wide range of social and hobby activities, including Dungeons & Dragons, Yearbook, Reading, Commodore, and more. Physical activity is fostered through Basketball, Badminton, and Rock Climbing among other options. These clubs provide opportunities for teamwork, friendship, and personal interests beyond academics.

Community & Service
A Parent Support Group volunteers their time and the Participation Council, made up of parents and staff, guides school matters. The Parent Support Group organizes social events, supports reading activities and library activities, and provides logistic and sports assistance. The Participation Council meets several times a year to advise school leadership.

Leadership & Professional
Leadership opportunities are offered through after-school clubs such as the Student Council and ALMUN. ALMUN provides Model United Nations experiences that foster leadership and global engagement. These platforms encourage students to develop advocacy, collaboration, and organisational skills.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The Primary building features two gyms for physical education. Physical education is taught by specialist PE teachers in English and Dutch. The school emphasizes wellbeing through sport and active participation in after‑school physical activities.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the language of instruction for all students. Dutch is taught as the Host Country Language. In secondary, Language Acquisition includes English, Dutch, French and Spanish.

Bilingual Teaching
English is the language of instruction. Dutch is taught as the Host Country Language.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Personal interview and guided tours: The school invites prospective students and their families for a personal interview to understand each student's needs, strengths, and goals, and offers guided tours to experience daily life and facilities. The admissions approach starts with connection to ensure students feel supported as part of a vibrant community. As an IB World School, the school provides English-language education for students aged 11 to 18.

2. Documentation and application submission: Submit the documents listed in the IGVO registration document for the application, and download and complete the School Fees Financial Obligation form for each child to submit with the application. Click Apply now under Admissions to complete and upload the application form, upload all relevant documents, and pay the application fee. Appointments for interviews are scheduled only after the complete application is submitted with the required documents and the application fee has been paid.

3. Entrance testing and admission decision: Arrange for the student to sit an entrance test if required, and admission officers will be in touch with the student's previous school.

4. Acceptance, placement, and start: After acceptance, parents receive an invoice for tuition to be paid within two weeks, and a place is reserved for the student after payment. Parents receive information about the first day of school in the first week of July or the start date, and the student completes a language profile form to place them in the appropriate language groups. If a child must leave during the school year, four weeks' notice is required, with refunds governed by the school's fee policy; enrolment is possible at any time during the school year if space is available and an entrance test may be required in some cases (notably for DP1 and MYP5).

5. Ongoing arrangements: If relocating within the Netherlands or abroad, notify the school in writing; transfers within the Netherlands typically occur after major holiday periods. The above steps reflect the information published by International School Almere regarding the admissions process, entry requirements for the DP programme, and the general admissions workflow.

Waitlist
For the 2026–2027 academic year, spaces are available across most secondary year levels, with MYP 1 having spaces, MYP 2 having limited availability, and MYP 3 and MYP 5 currently full and operating with waiting lists. CP and DP also have spaces available, while MYP 3 and MYP 5 are on waiting lists due to strong demand. A CP Information Evening is scheduled for March 17, 2026 (18:00–19:30).
School Events
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