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Strengths Visual and Creative Arts, Sport, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
International School Het Rijnlands Lyceum Oegstgeest (ISRLO) is an IB World School embedded in the Rijnlands Lyceum Oegstgeest campus, serving students aged 11 to 18. The curriculum combines the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) for 11–16 with the IB Diploma Programme (DP) in the final two years. MYP spans five years, and students may receive the IB Middle Years Certificate or a Record of Achievement on completion. The DP offers six subjects from Groups 1–6, with Higher Level and Standard Level options, together with Theory of Knowledge, the Extended Essay and CAS. Languages of instruction are English, with Dutch, French and Spanish taught as separate language lessons. The campus hosts about 1,400 pupils, including around 350 ISRLO students, and provides a media library, ICT support, and a healthy canteen. Notable activities include Model United Nations, annual theatre productions, and language immersion events. The school emphasises practical inquiry, collaboration, and inclusion.
International School Het Rijnlands Lyceum Oegstgeest has 350 pupils, typical class sizes of 26, instruction in English, Dutch, Spanish, French.
Location
Apollolaan 1, 2341 BA Oegstgeest, The Netherlands.
Stages
IB Middle Years Programme (IB MYP) for ages 11 to 16 and the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) for ages 16 to 18.
Type
International School, IB World School embedded in the Rijnlands Lyceum Oegstgeest campus.
Pupil Nationality Mix
Approximately 350 international students out of about 1,400 pupils on the Rijnlands Lyceum Oegstgeest campus; local Dutch pupils ≈1,050.
Additional learning support
Inclusive education with differentiation and curriculum/assessment accommodations; ISRLO Support Team and SEN Coordinator; access to a School Psychologist and other support staff; documentation and planning for transferring students via Individual Education Plans (IEPs); ongoing collaboration with tutors, programme coordinators, and families.
Country affiliation
Dutch state school in the Netherlands.
School day structure
Day begins at 08:30 and ends at 17:10 with six 75‑minute lessons; on designated days, lessons are 60 minutes.
Fees
Annual tuition at International School Het Rijnlands Lyceum Oegstgeest ranges from EUR 7,800 to EUR 8,900 for 2026/27.
Application fee
- Non-refundable registration/application fee: EUR 300, payable at the time the application is submitted.
Tuition fees (annual, per year group)
- Middle Years Programme (MYP1 – MYP5): EUR 7,800 per school year. - Diploma Programme (DP1 – DP2): EUR 8,900 per school year.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Invoicing and payment are handled through the school's online invoicing/payment system (WIS Collect). Parents receive payment instructions by email from the WIS Collect system. - Payment timing: school fees must be paid in advance either in full or in three equal instalments with these deadlines: - First instalment: no later than 1 June each year. - Second instalment: no later than 1 November each year. - Third instalment: no later than 1 January each year. - For admission after 1 June, the full payment or payment of the first instalment must be made within 21 days of receiving the invoice. A pro rata school fee applies for interim registration after 1 October (the fee equals the annual fee multiplied by remaining whole and partial months divided by 10). - Online payment methods are provided through WIS Collect; available payment methods depend on the payment-service setup (WIS Collect supports common Dutch online methods such as iDEAL and other trusted PSP methods where enabled).
Deposit and registration/acceptance payments
- School deposit required before a student may attend: EUR 500. This deposit is used to cover loss or damage to school property or loss of schoolbooks. The deposit is refundable when the student leaves the school once books are returned and outstanding invoices are settled.
Other costs and mandatory extras
- MP4 language trip: up to approximately EUR 850 (annual). - DP1 field trip: approximately EUR 175. - DP1 cultural trip: up to approximately EUR 850. - MP5 MYP certificate / e‑assessment fee (mandatory): EUR 450. - IB Diploma examination fee for a typical full candidature (six subjects, including administration, TOK, CAS and extended essay): approximately EUR 700. Examination fees are charged at the current IB rates and are mandatory for candidates. Separate invoices are issued for examination fees. - Extra-curricular activities, optional trips and some activities are not included in the school fee and will be invoiced separately. Costs for optional activities are notified to parents in advance and invoiced when applicable. - Books and prescribed textbooks are provided by the school at no charge; parents do not pay for textbooks. - There is a collective school insurance that covers certain liability/damage while travelling to/from school, at school, and during school activities; this does not cover personal property loss such as mobile phones or personal devices.
Refunds, withdrawal and cancellation charges
- Deposit refund: the deposit (EUR 500) is refundable on leaving the school after return of books and settlement of outstanding invoices; the deposit may be reduced by outstanding charges. - Withdrawing mid-year: if the agreement ends before the end of the granted period, the school is entitled to the due fees and reimbursement set as a percentage of the annual fee depending on the month of leaving. Example withdrawal percentages (mid‑year): - August–December: 50% owed; January: 60%; February: 70%; March: 80%; April: 90%; May–July: 100% owed. - Deregistration for the next school year must be completed by 1 June. If Parents/Guardians deregister after 1 June but before 1 August, 25% of the next year's school fee is owed. - DP2 re‑sit candidates: students retaking up to three exam subjects pay 50% of the school fees plus all associated examination costs.
Academics
International School Het Rijnlands Lyceum Oegstgeest teaches IB (MYP), IB (DP), Dutch Curriculum for students aged 11 to 18.
Curriculum
The school is an IB World School offering IBMYP from age 11 to 16 and the IBDP in the final two years. IBMYP runs for five years; students who meet the criteria may receive the IB Middle Years Certificate at completion, or a Record of Achievement otherwise. The IBDP is a two-year diploma in which students select six (or seven) subjects from Groups 1–6, with at least three at Higher Level and the rest at Standard Level, together with Theory of Knowledge, the Extended Essay and CAS. Subject groups include Group 1 Language and Literature (English and Dutch offered), Group 2 Language Acquisition (English B, French B, Spanish B, Dutch B), Group 3 Individuals & Societies (Economics, Geography, History; Business and Management HL, Environmental Systems and Societies SL), Group 4 Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Environmental Systems and Societies SL), Group 5 Maths & Computer Science (Mathematics AA HL; Mathematics AA & AI SL), and Group 6 The Arts (Visual Arts, Music). There is flexibility to substitute an extra Group 1-4 subject for Group 6, or to take two languages from Group 1 instead of Group 2, and a seventh subject can be taken as a certificate (not part of the diploma). The Diploma Programme is internationally recognised and provides access to universities worldwide.
Higher Education Progression
The Diploma Programme provides an internationally recognised pre-university qualification and university access worldwide.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Every student has a mentor who supports academic performance, social-emotional well-being, attendance, and physical health. Mentors identify the support needs of their mentees and are the main point of contact for parents. In the first year, the mentor is supported by senior students, the peer mentors known as ‘peters en meters,' who assist first-year students and help organize activities. The mentor team is supported by a department head and a counselor, and, if needed, by a member of the support team. Counselors provide information to students and parents about profile choices, study choices, and career planning, while department leaders guide their teams in delivering education and supporting students within a department. Talent Guidance supports high-achieving students to develop their talents alongside their studies, with a dedicated contact and a personalized plan.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Rijnlands Lyceum Oegstgeest provides support for dyslexic and dyscalculic students. Students with a dyslexia declaration may use extended test time of 10 minutes per hour during tests and may complete exams on a laptop. For dyslexic exam candidates, the maximum extension for Central Examinations is 30 minutes, and tests may be taken on a laptop with or without Kurzweil software. From year 4, students with dyslexia may replace a modern foreign language with another subject. More information is available in the dyslexia protocol. For dyscalculia, the school discusses the needed support with the department head, the mentor, and the support coordinator; students may use a calculator, extra time, and standard mathematics cards during tests as allowed by the examination board.
Mental Wellbeing
Mentor lessons emphasise student well-being and include personal conversations held several times a year. The mentoring team supports study skills and monitors wellbeing, attendance, and progress. The Talent Guidance program supports students who perform nationally or internationally to develop their talents alongside school, with a dedicated contact and a personal plan. The ‘support room' provides a space on site for students with specific needs to take a time-out, do homework, plan, and sit exams, with a pedagogical staff member always available. The support team offers trainings in areas such as anxiety reduction, social skills, exam stress, resilience, planning and organization, and learning-to-learn.
Safeguarding
Internal confidants are available for safeguarding concerns: Priscilla Kauling and Michiel Hugens. External confidants are connected to the Centrum Vertrouwenspersonen Plus. Youth Health Service (GGD) supports students and parents with questions about mental and physical health. School nurses Esther van der Tol and Lianne van der Riet can be contacted. Information about these topics is available on Hoezitdat.info. The school has safeguarding and child protection policies and procedures in place.
FAQs
What age range does ISRLO serve?
ISRLO serves students aged 11 to 18, offering the IB Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme on the Rijnlands Lyceum Oegstgeest campus.
What curriculum does the school follow?
ISRLO offers the IB MYP for ages 11-16 and the IB Diploma Programme for ages 16-18. Students may receive the IB Middle Years Certificate or a Record of Achievement before progressing to the DP.
How much are the tuition fees?
MYP fees are EUR 7,800/year and DP fees are EUR 8,900/year. A non-refundable EUR 300 application fee applies.
Where is the school located?
ISRLO is at Apollolaan 1, 2341 BA Oegstgeest, embedded within the Rijnlands Lyceum Oegstgeest campus of about 1,400 pupils.
How many international students attend?
Approximately 350 international students are part of the wider Rijnlands Lyceum campus of about 1,400 pupils.
Is there learning support?
Yes, the ISRLO Support Team includes a SEN Coordinator and access to a School Psychologist. Inclusive education with differentiation, IEPs and assessment accommodations is provided.
What are the school hours?
The day begins at 08:30 and ends at 17:10 with six 75-minute lessons. On some days, lessons are 60 minutes.
Is this a Dutch state school?
Yes, ISRLO is a Dutch state school embedded in the Rijnlands Lyceum Oegstgeest campus with both Dutch and international departments.
When was the school founded?
The Rijnlands Lyceum campus dates from 1956. The international department has grown to approximately 350 students within the broader school.
What DP subjects are offered?
DP students choose six subjects from Groups 1-6 at Higher Level and Standard Level, plus the core of Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay and CAS.
How do I apply?
Submit an application with the EUR 300 non-refundable fee. ISRLO offers the MYP from age 11 and the DP from age 16.
