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International School Laren

Netherlands, Amsterdam

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees €5,355 - 7,020
Ages 11 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 125
Type Co-educational
Opened 2018
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Taught languages English, Dutch, Spanish
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Social and Hobbies, Community and Service
Stages Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

International School Laren is an IB World School on Laar & Berg campus in Het Gooi, Netherlands. It offers the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) for ages 11–16 and the Diploma Programme (DP) for ages 16–18, with instruction in English and Dutch and a bilingual DP option. The school emphasizes small classes and highly qualified staff to support inquiry-based, context-rich learning. The MYP includes eight subject groups, including Language and Literature, Sciences and Design, with the Personal Project; the DP offers subjects across Language and Literature, Language Acquisition (Dutch B), Sciences, Mathematics and Arts, plus TOK, EE and CAS. Facilities include two gyms, sports fields, art campus, a music room, a design room, five science labs, a media centre and a canteen. IS Laren participates in Model United Nations and offers clubs such as Yearbook Club, Dungeons & Dragons Club and Photography Club, plus Texel Camp and Service as Action.

Langsakker 4A, 1251 GB Laren, Netherlands

The Essentials

International School Laren has 125 pupils, instruction in English.

Location
Langsakker 4a, 1251 GB Laren, Netherlands. The school is on the grounds of Laar & Berg in the Het Gooi region, near Hilversum, about 30 minutes southeast of Amsterdam and Schiphol airport.

Stages
Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP).

Type
IB World School

Pupil Nationality Mix
More than 30 nationalities represented.

Country affiliation
Netherlands

School day structure
The school day starts at 8:30am and ends no later than 3:30pm.

Bus service
A bus stop is located outside the school.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
There is a canteen on site. The canteen is shared with the Laar & Berg campus.

Governance and Ownership
The ISL is part of Alberdingk Thijm Scholen (Verenigde Scholen J.A. Alberdingk Thijm), a Dutch foundation that operates seven independently run secondary schools.
Fees

Annual tuition at International School Laren ranges from EUR 5,355 to EUR 7,020 for 2026/27.

Application / Registration fees and deposit

- Registration fee: €150 per applicant (one-off, non-refundable).
- Deposit: €500 per student (one-off, refundable).

Tuition and related annual charges by year group (2025/2026 academic year)

- Grade 6:
- School Fee: €4,930 per year.
- Annual MacBook costs: €425.
- Total School Fee (current students): €5,355.
- Total Invoice on enrolment (School Fee + MacBook + registration + deposit): €6,005.

- Grade 7:
- School Fee: €5,132 per year.
- Annual MacBook costs: €425.
- Total School Fee (current students): €5,557.
- Total Invoice on enrolment: €6,207.

- Grade 8:
- School Fee: €5,132 per year.
- Annual MacBook costs: €425.
- Total School Fee (current students): €5,557.
- Total Invoice on enrolment: €6,207.

- Grade 9:
- School Fee: €5,132 per year.
- Annual MacBook costs: €425.
- Total School Fee (current students): €5,557.
- Total Invoice on enrolment: €6,207.

- Grade 10:
- School Fee: €5,132 per year.
- MYP/DP costs where applicable: (MYP/DP costs apply for upper-year programmes as shown below).
- Annual MacBook costs: €425.
- Total School Fee (current students): €6,170.
- Total Invoice on enrolment: €6,820.

- Diploma Programme (DP1 / Grade 11):
- School Fee: €5,745 per year.
- DP/MYP programme costs (DP specific charge): €613 (MYP/DP cost shown for applicable years) and for later DP year shown as €850 where applicable.
- Annual MacBook costs: €425.
- Total School Fee (current students): €6,170.
- Total Invoice on enrolment: €6,820.

- Diploma Programme (DP2 / Grade 12):
- School Fee: €5,745 per year.
- MYP/DP programme costs: €850 where applicable.
- Annual MacBook costs: €425.
- Total School Fee (current students): €7,020.
- Total Invoice on enrolment: €7,670.

MacBook and technology costs

- Annual MacBook contribution shown: €425 per student per year (applies to Grades 6–12). The published new MacBook purchase price is €1,275; a 3‑year payment plan is offered for the MacBook.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Fees are presented as an annual Total Invoice on enrolment (the published amounts above list the Total Invoice including registration fee and deposit).
- Proration when starting or leaving during the school year is applied according to month. The published schedule sets the percentage of the Total School Fee payable depending on the month of starting and the month of leaving (e.g., starting in August = 100% payable; starting in November = 80% payable; leaving in August = 50% of the year charged; leaving in February = 70% charged; leaving in May–July = 100% charged).
- Refunds and non‑refundability:
- A refundable deposit of €500 is charged on enrolment; the registration fee of €150 is non‑refundable.
- For students leaving during the academic year, 50% of the total School Fee is non‑refundable.
- Refund of examination costs after 15 December is not possible. A surcharge may be imposed on exam students if an error in registration is discovered after signing the registration form; exams re‑taken in November incur an additional standard fee.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not listed as a provision for International School Laren; no boarding fees are published. The school's published admissions and school information present it as a day school offering the IB MYP and DP programmes without boarding options.

Other costs and compulsory items

- PE/Sports kit: The PE/Sports kit is compulsory for all students in Grades 6–11. New students receive their first kit order (blue t‑shirt & shorts only) free of charge using a promo code provided during admissions; additional sports kit items (hoodies, leggings, pants, etc.) are at parental cost and are ordered through a third‑party webshop. Contact details for the kit supplier are published.
- Examination surcharges: Additional fees are charged for exam registration errors and for resit exams (including November re‑sit fees). Refund of exam costs is not possible after 15 December.

Refunds and cancellations (summary)

- Registration fee: non‑refundable.
- Deposit: refundable, subject to the school's refund handling.
- If a student leaves during the academic year, 50% of the total School Fee is non‑refundable; the published month‑by‑month proration schedule determines the payable portion when starting or leaving part‑way through the year.
- Exam fee refunds are not available after 15 December.

Fee payment options

- The publicly published fee pages and admissions information list the fee amounts, registration and deposit requirements, proration and refund rules, and provide school contact details for queries, but they do not specify the accepted payment methods (for example, whether payment by bank transfer, SEPA, credit card, or direct debit are accepted). For payment method details, contact the school using the published admissions contact (email: islaren@atscholen.nl; phone: +31 35 206 2202).

Notes about price adjustments

- The published prices are subject to indexation.

(Brief note on any publicly unavailable fee details)

- The published admissions and fees material provides detailed annual charges, registration and deposit amounts, MacBook costs, exam refund rules and a month‑by‑month proration schedule. The published material does not specify invoicing frequency beyond the annual Total Invoice presented on enrolment nor the specific accepted payment methods; those details are handled through the school's admissions/finance contact.
Academics

International School Laren teaches IB (MYP), IB (DP) for students aged 11 to 18.

Curriculum
ISL delivers the International Baccalaureate curriculum, offering the Middle Years Programme (IBMYP) and the Diploma Programme (IBDP). In the IBMYP, eight subject groups are taught: Language and Literature (English and Dutch); Language Acquisition (Spanish and Dutch); Individuals and Societies (Humanities); Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Physics); Mathematics (including Extended Mathematics from Grade 9); Arts (Theatre and Music); Physical and Health Education; and Design, with the Personal Project completing the year. In the Diploma Programme, six subjects across Language and Literature, Language Acquisition (Dutch B), Individuals and Societies (Business Management, Economics, Global Politics), Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Sport, Exercise and Health Science), Mathematics (Analysis & Approaches or Applications & Interpretations), and Arts (Film) are offered, with a DP core of Theory of Knowledge (TOK), Extended Essay (EE) and Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS). A bilingual Diploma may be awarded. The Diploma Programme is designed for students aged 16–19 and enables entry to universities worldwide, including Dutch universities and top North American universities such as Harvard and Yale. ISL emphasises small classes and has highly qualified staff.

Student Teacher Ratio
Small class sizes and highly qualified staff.

Exam Results
The Diploma Programme requires six subjects plus the core components—TOK, EE and CAS—across the six groups. A minimum of 24 points must be earned to be awarded the IB Diploma, with a maximum of 45 points. TOK and the Extended Essay are graded A–E and contribute to the diploma score. A bilingual diploma is possible if criteria are met; results are issued by the IB and official certificates are sent to the school in September.

Higher Education Progression
The Diploma Programme enables entry to universities worldwide, including Dutch universities and top North American universities such as Harvard and Yale. A Career Counselor guides university admissions.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
ISL supports social and emotional learning through a wellbeing-centered approach that is embedded in its IB programmes. Wellbeing is defined as students feeling content with their school lives, experiencing positive interactions, holding positive attitudes toward school, and recognizing that their work has purpose and meaning. The IB framework emphasises communication, intercultural understanding and global engagement, which underpin social‑emotional development. The school aims to foster a safe, inclusive community where students feel respected and cared for. A Wellbeing Model guides practices across the student experience to promote holistic development.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The admissions process requires documentation relating to any special educational needs. Failure to disclose information about known conditions at the application stage may result in withdrawal of the application. The school asks that relevant documents concerning special needs are included with the application.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
EAL (English as an Additional Language) is embedded in the Middle Years Programme. Language & Literature options include English and Dutch, supporting English instruction for a diverse student body. In the Diploma Programme, English Language and Literature is mandatory.

Mental Wellbeing
ISL is committed to fostering the well-being of all students. Wellbeing means students are content with school life, have positive interactions, hold positive attitudes toward school, and feel their work has purpose. The school views well-being as a central concern and uses a formally documented Wellbeing model to guide practices across the student experience. The Mission & Vision also emphasizes support for students' social and mental well‑being.

Safeguarding
ISL Policies include a Bully Protocol and Social Media Policy and an Inclusion Policy, which address safeguarding and creating a safe, respectful school environment. The ISL policies page also provides contact details for the school.
Parent Experience

History
The International School Laren was founded in 2018 and is located in Het Gooi near Hilversum. It is an International Baccalaureate World School offering the Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the Diploma Programme (DP) for students aged 11–18 (Grades 6–12). The language of instruction is English and Dutch.

Community
ISL fosters a close-knit, vibrant community where every voice counts as students connect, collaborate, and help shape positive change. The school offers a range of after-school clubs, including Yearbook Club, Model United Nations (MUN), Arts Club, Futsal Club, Photography Club, Basketball Club, Cooking Club, and Volleyball Club. The House System comprises Cygnus, Draco, Hydra, Pegasus, and Phoenix to promote belonging, cross-year connections, and leadership. The Parents' Council acts as a liaison between parents and school administration, with grade WhatsApp groups and a weekly newsletter keeping families informed.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Your Parents' Council is a small group of ISL parents representing all grades, serving as a liaison between the school administration and the ISL community. Grade representatives and WhatsApp groups connect families with information, and a weekly head of school newsletter outlines activities and contacts. Representing the Parents' Council are Gael Rowland and Caaren Abbott. Email: ParentsCouncilISL@outlook.com.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The International School Laren is located on the Laar & Berg campus. The ISL uses Laar & Berg's facilities including two gyms, sports fields, an art campus, a music room, a design room, five science labs, a media centre and a canteen. The facilities are modern and versatile to support a 21st-century educational experience. The school is in Het Gooi, central Netherlands, near Hilversum and about 30 minutes southeast of Amsterdam and Schiphol airport, with easy access to the A1. Hilversum train station is a 20-minute bike ride away, and many students cycle to school from surrounding towns.

Sports Facilities
Two gyms and sports fields are available on site.

Academic Facilities
Academic spaces include an art campus, a music room, a design room, five science laboratories, and a media centre. The academic approach is based on inquiry and contextual learning.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
IS Laren is an IB World School offering the Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the Diploma Programme (DP). The school participates in Model United Nations events, such as Lorentz Model United Nations Arnhem (LmunA), where students simulate UN proceedings. The IB framework supports global-minded, inquiry-based learning to prepare students for higher education. Students have opportunities to engage with international issues through IB coursework.

Arts & Creative
The Yearbook Club lets students design pages, write captions, and tell the school's story; it is led by Mrs. Joaquim and meets Thursdays after school. The Dungeons & Dragons Club provides a social, imaginative, collaborative storytelling experience and meets after school; it is student-led by Florijn. The Photography Club gives students a chance to learn photography and create visual stories; it meets after school and is teacher-led by Mr. Lee. A Cooking Club is planned to start in December.

Cultural & Language
The language of instruction is English and Dutch. The IB program emphasizes international-mindedness and intercultural understanding. IS Laren fosters intercultural understanding and a global learning community through its IB framework.

Social & Hobbies
After School Clubs include Dungeons & Dragons Club and Basketball Club, both offering social and recreational experiences after school (D&D meets after school on Tuesdays and Basketball meets after school on Thursdays). The Basketball Club provides a team sport that promotes camaraderie and fitness. The Dungeons & Dragons Club offers a social, imaginative outlet for collaborative storytelling. Texel School Camp provides outdoor activities and team-building experiences in a school-led residential trip.

Community & Service
Service as Action is an integral part of the IB programme, especially in the MYP community projects. Students engage in service activities by applying classroom learning to real-world contexts. Service as Action aims to develop caring members of the community who act to make a positive difference to others and the environment. IS Laren has hosted service-related initiatives, such as the Tulips campaign in partnership with the Tara Bodong Foundation.

Leadership & Professional
The school has an active PTA and Student Council. The Student Council works with teachers, mentors, and student buddies to celebrate successes and realize initiatives. The IB framework supports leadership development and professional skills through student leadership opportunities. IS Laren participates in conferences such as Model United Nations, which develop collaboration and public speaking.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
IS Laren supports students' social and mental well-being. Sports and fitness are encouraged through Basketball Club, providing regular physical activity. Texel School Camp offers outdoor activities and team-building experiences for Grade 6-7. The school emphasizes a holistic learning environment balancing academics with well-being.
Languages

Language Provision
English and Dutch are taught in Language and Literature. Dutch B is offered as an additional language in Language Acquisition, and Spanish is also offered as an additional language in MYP. In the Diploma Programme, Language and Literature includes English and Dutch (with School-Supported Self-Taught Literature), and Dutch B is offered as an additional language in Language Acquisition.

Bilingual Teaching
English and Dutch are taught for Language and Literature. Dutch B is offered as an additional language in Language Acquisition. The ISL is located in the same building as its bilingual Dutch partner school, Laar & Berg.
Admissions

Admissions
1. ISL accepts students in Grades 6-11 (DP1). Include all relevant documents concerning special needs; a reference letter from the current school may be requested if applicable. Failure to disclose special needs may result in withdrawal.

2. Once all documents are submitted, the school invites the applicant to an online interview. The interview assesses the applicant's English language ability and fit for ISL's program. The school may request additional information or documents if needed.

3. Based on the intake interview, feedback from the applicant's current school, and the academic results, a student may be accepted at ISL. English language proficiency is considered as English is the language of instruction. Applicants entering Grade 9 or Grade 10 must take an English test before a place can be offered.

4. There is a non-refundable registration fee of €150 per applicant, charged when ISL confirms definite entry to the school. Only when this fee is paid on time can a place at ISL be guaranteed. The school does not provide visa application support; students are responsible for applying independently for their study visas.

5. Enrollment is possible at any time during the school year. The admissions form can be downloaded, and inquiries can be directed to Ms. Eva Goossens (MYP Middle School Coordinator) and Mrs.
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