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The British School in The Netherlands - Senior School Voorschoten

Netherlands, Rotterdam

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees €6,780 - 28,014
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 2100
Type Co-educational
Opened 1979
Bus Service Yes
Part of
The British School in The Netherlands
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme), British Curriculum, BTEC Qualification, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Taught languages Dutch, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish
Typical class size 24
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, STEM
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Welcome to Senior School Voorschoten (SSV), an international campus within The British School in The Netherlands. Located in a suburban area, SSV educates students aged 11 to 18 in English. Students follow the British National Curriculum up to GCSEs. In the Sixth Form, they choose between four distinct pathways: A Levels, BTEC qualifications, the IB Diploma, or the IB Career-related Programme. The campus features dedicated subject spaces, an atrium, and a student-led Eco-Garden that integrates environmental awareness into daily life. SSV is particularly known for its extensive co-curricular options, including a long-running Model United Nations (MUN) society where students debate global issues across Europe. Additionally, students participate in the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award, completing community service and independent expeditions. Through targeted Mother Tongue Enrichment and Dutch language exams (CNaVT), SSV ensures students connect deeply with the local culture while preparing for global university destinations.

This campus is part of The British School in The Netherlands

Jan van Hooflaan 3, 2252 BG Voorschoten, Netherlands

The Essentials

The British School in The Netherlands - Senior School Voorschoten has 2,100 pupils, typical class sizes of 24, instruction in English.

Location
Senior School Voorschoten is situated in a residential neighbourhood in the suburban town of Voorschoten, just on the outskirts of The Hague. The campus is accessible via transport links to neighbouring towns like Leiden and Wassenaar. This provides a quiet environment for students while remaining connected to major Dutch urban centres.

Stages
The campus is structured to support Secondary School and Sixth Form students, generally accommodating children from 11 to 18 years of age. Students complete Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, including GCSE examinations, before moving into the Sixth Form for their final two years.

Type
Senior School Voorschoten is a co-educational day school that welcomes both boys and girls. The school operates exclusively as a day school and does not offer boarding facilities for any year groups.

Pupil Nationality Mix
Nearly 90 nationalities represented.

Additional learning support
English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is provided within the mainstream classroom and in small groups or one-to-one EAL classes; Senior School EAL learners receive language support from acquisition specialists in small groups, with in-class support where possible.

School day structure
Junior Schools: Arrival at 8:30, registration 8:45-9:00, lessons start 9:00, ends around 15:10-15:20. Senior Schools: Registration 8:45-8:50, periods run before 15:30, End of Day 15:30.

Bus service
Flexible bus service serves Den Haag, Leidschendam, Rijswijk, Voorschoten and Wassenaar; up to 300 students use about 40 buses daily; vehicles are tracked by Achttax; Foundation 1 students are not offered the bus service.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
No boarding is provided.

Uniform Requirement
The BSN has a practical uniform for Foundation 2 to Year 11. The uniform includes items such as V-Neck Knit Jumper, polo shirts, pinafore/skirt and trousers, with a PE kit; uniforms are ordered online via Trutex.

Food Options
A healthy (warm) snack is provided after school, and lunch on early dismissal and holiday days.

House System
Pupils are assigned to a House on enrollment. There are four BSN Houses: Amsterdam (red), Delft (blue), Gouda (yellow) and Leiden (green). A points and competition system runs across Houses, culminating in a House Cup.

Governance and Ownership
The BSN is an independent not-for-profit association (a Dutch vereniging) funded by fee income with no subsidy from the Dutch or British Governments. It is governed by a Board of Governors and an Association chaired by the British Ambassador; day-to-day operations are led by a Chief Executive Officer and the Executive Leadership Team.
Fees

Annual tuition at The British School in The Netherlands - Senior School Voorschoten ranges from EUR 6,780 to EUR 28,014 for 2026/27.

Application fee

- EUR 250 non-refundable per application. Families with a child already enrolled at the school are exempt from this fee. The application fee will be refunded only in the event the school is unable to offer a place.

Enrolment and capital fees

- Enrolment fee (one-off at acceptance): EUR 2,500 per student. (No enrolment fee applies if the child has attended the school for the whole of Foundation 2 and then joins Year 1.)
- Capital fee (annual surcharge, charged from Year 1):
- Junior School: EUR 2,100 per year.
- Senior School: EUR 2,650 per year.

Tuition fees by year group (Academic year 2025–2026) — annual and per term

- Foundation Stage (fees shown as annual and the school's per-term instalments where provided):
- Foundation 1 – Part Week (2 days): EUR 6,780 per year; EUR 2,260 per term.
- Foundation 1 – Part Week (3 days): EUR 10,170 per year; EUR 3,390 per term.
- Foundation 1 – Full-Time (5 days): EUR 16,950 per year; EUR 5,650 per term.
- Foundation 2 – Full-Time (5 days): EUR 18,876 per year; EUR 6,292 per term.
- Note: Enrolment and Capital Fees are not applicable while a child remains in the Foundation Stage.

- Key Stages 1–5 (annual fee followed by per-term figure shown as annual ÷ 3):
- Key Stage 1 (Years 1–2): EUR 19,446 per year; EUR 6,482 per term.
- Key Stage 2 (Years 3–6): EUR 20,070 per year; EUR 6,690 per term.
- Key Stage 3 (Years 7–9): EUR 26,526 per year; EUR 8,842 per term.
- Key Stage 4 (Years 10–11, GCSE): EUR 27,318 per year; EUR 9,106 per term.
- Key Stage 5 (Years 12–13, A Level / IB): EUR 28,014 per year; EUR 9,338 per term.
- The annual fees above include compulsory curriculum day trips and residentials (as applicable), and core curriculum exam entry costs (GCSE, A Level, BTEC, IB, CNaVT where applicable).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Fees are invoiced annually for the school year. For returning students, invoices are due in August before the school year begins in September.
- New students who start in September are invoiced within their first month of attendance.
- Students joining during the school year are charged pro rata in half-term units and invoiced accordingly.
- Foundation Stage annual fees may be paid in three instalments (per-term amounts are published for Foundation). For other year groups, alternative staged payment arrangements may be considered in exceptional circumstances by application to the Finance Department; the school does not offer fee discounts.

Leaving, refunds and reimbursement rules

- Application fee: refundable only if the school is unable to offer a place; otherwise non-refundable.
- Termly reimbursement policy for students who leave mid-year (academic year 2025–2026 deadlines):
- To be reimbursed two terms' fees when leaving at end of Autumn Term (Autumn Term end date: Friday 19 December 2025), the school must receive formal notice by Tuesday 30 September 2025.
- To be reimbursed one term's fee when leaving at end of Spring Term (Spring Term end date: Wednesday 1 April 2026), the school must receive formal notice by Friday 30 January 2026.
- No reimbursement is made for leaving at end of Summer Term (Summer Term end date: Thursday 9 July 2026) unless formal notice is received by Thursday 30 April 2026.
- If formal notice deadlines are missed, the school applies the following liabilities for the subsequent term: 0% (if notice by the formal date), 50% (if notice within the following month), or 100% (if notice after that month) as specified for each term. Students leaving must meet all financial obligations before records are released. Exact dates and percentages for Autumn, Spring and Summer term deadlines and charges are published for the 2025–2026 year.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not offered; the school operates as a day school. There are no boarding fees.

Other costs and additional fees

- Uniform: expect an initial basic set to cost approximately EUR 250; additional kit may be needed for sports or co-curricular activities. Uniform items are not included in school fees. Second‑hand uniform options are available through the parent association.
- Transport (school bus / coach): costs vary by service type, route and distance. Example (Senior School Voorschoten coach service rates):
- Coach two-way: Autumn EUR 1,305; Spring EUR 1,059; Summer EUR 1,041; Annual EUR 3,405 (day-rate equivalents are published for comparison only).
- Coach one-way: Autumn EUR 853; Spring EUR 693; Summer EUR 679; Annual EUR 2,225.
- Minimum registration is one term; fees cover transport only. Actual cost depends on chosen service and location.
- Learning Support Assistant (if required): EUR 51,480 per student (separate cost where a Learning Support Assistant is provided).
- Food and incidental spend: a small daily allowance for the senior school café may apply; not included in fees. Extra-curricular optional activities, some optional exams, trips beyond the compulsory curriculum, private music tuition, and specialist equipment may incur additional charges. Transport and other optional services are billed separately.

Refunds and exceptional arrangements

- Application fee: refundable only when the school is unable to offer a place. Enrolment fee and Capital Fee are treated as stated (enrolment is a one-off payment on acceptance; capital fee is charged annually from Year 1). The school provides termly reimbursement when formal notice is given by the published deadlines; missing notice deadlines creates financial liability for the subsequent term as defined above. Alternative staged payment arrangements may be requested in exceptional financial circumstances and are considered by the Finance Department.

Fee payment options and instructions

- Fees are issued on formal invoices with payment instructions and standard invoicing schedules (annual invoicing with the return-student due date in August). The school may consider alternative staged payment plans in exceptional circumstances through the Finance Department. Specific payment methods (for example, bank transfer or card acceptance) and bank/payment details are provided on the formal invoice and in the school's billing information. Parents are expected to follow the invoice payment instructions and the published payment timetable.
Academics

The British School in The Netherlands - Senior School Voorschoten teaches IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme), British Curriculum, BTEC Qualification, EYFS (Early years foundation stage) for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
Senior School Voorschoten provides an academic programme based on the English National Curriculum, which is adapted to suit the needs of its international student body. During Key Stage 3 (Years 7 to 9), students follow a broad foundation of subjects to prepare them for upper secondary education. In Years 10 and 11, students focus on specific subject areas and sit examinations for the General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) qualifications. Upon entering the Sixth Form in Year 12, students can select from four distinct educational pathways for their final two years of study. Depending on their university and career goals, students can choose to pursue English A Levels, BTEC qualifications, the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), or the International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP).

Exam Results
35% of A Level exams awarded A-A* in 2025; 34.1 average IB DP points achieved by BSN students; 100% pass rate for the International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme; 58% of all SSV GCSE results were graded 9-7; 22% of all SSL GCSE results were graded 9; 100% BTEC pass rate.

Higher Education Progression
The majority of BSN students go to university after leaving, with destinations including the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and other countries. Average IB Diploma Programme points achieved by BSN students are 34.1.

Gifted and Talented
BSN uses High Performance Learning (HPL) as a school-wide framework to develop higher-order thinking and independent learning. BSN is an HPL World Class School, accredited after joining the HPL global network in 2023. HPL focuses on how to think (advanced cognitive skills) and how to be (perseverance, curiosity, empathy). HPL language is used across subjects, with group projects, leadership opportunities, and home learning; the BSN Character Profile supports this approach.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Student wellbeing and mental health are a priority at The British School in the Netherlands. The school looks after students' academic progress as well as their emotional, physical and mental wellbeing through a network of support, advice and care that enables all children to flourish emotionally and socially, helping them thrive academically. Staff across all campuses build strong relationships with each student, ensuring they feel supported, heard and understood. There is a Health Officer on each campus who is available throughout the school day to assist if a child falls ill or is injured. The BSN Character Profile emphasises perseverance and compassion, with resilience as a core component of good mental health.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The BSN provides robust support for students with Additional Educational Needs (AEN). An AEN Lead Teacher leads inclusion work at campuses such as Junior School Leidschenveen, including a dedicated Sensory Room to support sensory needs. The school recognises inclusive education and offers dedicated AEN staff and spaces to enable learners with additional needs to access the curriculum. The Junior School Leidschenveen and other campuses employ AEN specialists who work with students in small groups or one-to-one sessions where possible. The BSN's accreditation materials highlight the school's commitment to providing robust support for AEN alongside EAL provision.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Moving to the BSN, the school values multilingualism and will support your child as they learn a new language. Staff are experienced in welcoming children from around the world and assessing learners from different educational backgrounds. When a student joins, the school establishes how much language support is needed to access the curriculum and community, with further in-person assessment after arrival as needed. In the Junior School, EAL is taught by specialist teachers and Translanguaging connects languages to learning. In the Senior School, students in need of extra language support work with language acquisition specialists in small groups and receive in-class support to develop academic English literacy. The curriculum is delivered in English, with ongoing development of English alongside students' home languages.

Mental Wellbeing
Student wellbeing and mental health are a priority at BSN. A network of support, advice and care enables all students to flourish emotionally and socially, supporting them to thrive academically. Staff build strong relationships with each student so they feel supported, heard and understood. There is a Health Officer on each campus available throughout the day to assist with health needs. The BSN Character Profile emphasises perseverance and compassion as a foundation for resilience and good mental health.

Safeguarding
All members of The British School in the Netherlands are expected to act in the students' best interests by providing a safe and welcoming environment where all children are respected and valued. The Safeguarding Committee oversees adherence to the safeguarding protocol, which applies to staff, parents, volunteers, visitors, governors and children both on and off campus. Safeguarding entails protecting children from maltreatment, preventing impairment of health or development, ensuring safe care, and enabling the best outcomes. Core safeguarding principles include that safeguarding is everyone's responsibility, equal protection rights for all children, and that the best interests of the child are paramount; staff follow the Safeguarding Policy and provide appropriate support. The school will support each child's development in a secure environment, raise staff awareness, monitor at-risk students, work with other agencies, and ensure that adults with access to children have current security checks. Designated Safeguarding Leads are available on each campus.
Parent Experience

History
BSN has been operating since 1931. The BSN is an independent, non-profit organisation (vereniging) funded entirely by fee income with no government subsidies from the Dutch or British Governments. It operates across four campuses in the The Hague area (Junior and Senior Schools at Leidschenveen and Vlaskamp, plus Senior School Voorschoten). The CEO and Executive Leadership Team chair day-to-day operations and report to the Board of Governors, which is overseen by The Association. The Association, chaired by the British Ambassador to the Netherlands, governs the school through its Articles of Association registered at the Chamber of Commerce, with parent governors on the Board and a Dutch Works Council representing staff.

Community
The Family Association is the BSN's Parent Teacher Student Association and is run by a group of parent volunteers from across BSN's four campuses. It organises events and activities that connect parents, teachers and students and some events raise funds for BSN students, charities and local community groups. The Family Association has four teams — Welcome Team, International Team, Social Team and Secondhand Team — to support families and community life. The Secondhand Team runs a shop at the SSV campus or processes online orders for secondhand uniforms, and Welcome Team runs weekly coffee mornings at each campus to help families settle in.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Family Association is the BSN's Parent Teacher Student Association and is run by a group of BSN parent volunteers across the four BSN campuses. It organises events and activities to connect the school community and raises funds for BSN students, charities and local groups. The FA is organised into four teams: Welcome Team, International Team, Social Team and Secondhand Team, and includes a Secondhand Uniform service. Membership is automatic with BSN enrolment, and members can participate in events and activities throughout the year.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school operates across four campuses in the The Hague area: Junior School Leidschenveen, Junior School Vlaskamp, Senior School Leidschenveen, and Senior School Voorschoten. The school teaches the British curriculum across all campuses, and Senior Schools offer a choice between IB Programmes and A-Level examinations. Senior School Leidschenveen is the newest campus and will grow to a capacity of 550 students in Years 7 to 13. The campuses are located in residential areas with good transport links to surrounding towns.

Sports Facilities
The Physical Education departments provide a range of sports opportunities across all BSN campuses. Students compete locally, nationally and internationally in a range of sports, and participate in a full recreational programme and inter-house competitions. The school works with local sports clubs in The Hague to broaden access to activities such as cricket, football, hockey and basketball. The BSN also participates in COBIS Junior and Senior Games and is a founder member of the International Schools' Athletics Association, with competition in swimming, football, volleyball and track and field.

Academic Facilities
Senior School Leidschenveen is located in The Hague and is licensed to offer the IB CP and DP as part of its IB World School status. The other Senior Schools offer a choice between IB Programmes and A-Levels. Junior School Vlaskamp features an on-site building described as having excellent facilities. The school's broader commitment to high-quality British education is reflected in its campuses and programmes.

Extra Curricular Facilities
BSN provides a broad co-curricular programme including sports, Art & Design, Music, Drama, Model United Nations and the International Award. There are School Trips and Eco Projects as part of the enrichment programme, along with events and visits. The Junior School Leidschenveen community includes a Student Council and other leadership roles to amplify student voice. Junior School Vlaskamp highlights emphasize extra-curricular activities and visits as part of a rich learning experience.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
BSN offers STEM Club, Debating Society, Young Enterprise and Model United Nations as part of its co-curricular programme. Senior School activities include Media Crew, Eco Committee and Swing Band. Duke of Edinburgh Award medals are offered with Bronze, Silver and Gold levels, requiring charity work, a sport, a new skill and an expedition.

Arts & Creative
Art & Design, Music and Drama are offered as co-curricular activities. Swing Band provides opportunities to perform and develop instrumental skills. Media Crew supports creative media work as part of the arts programme.

Cultural & Language
Model United Nations (BSNMUN) is a long-running student-led activity where students attend conferences across the Netherlands to debate global issues. Sixth Form students lead the MUN society, providing leadership opportunities. Regular meetings develop public speaking, formal writing and global awareness.

Social & Hobbies
BSN offers more than 550 enriching clubs, groups and activities across campuses. Clubs range from sports teams to creative and media groups, eco committees and debating societies. Activities are advertised via an online Co-Curricular Activities management system, and students sign up during the first week of each term.

Community & Service
The Duke of Edinburgh Award medals (Bronze, Silver, Gold) are offered. To achieve the medals, students complete charity/community service, participate in a sport, learn a new skill and undertake an expedition. BSN has one of the highest completion rates for the Duke of Edinburgh Award.

Leadership & Professional
Sixth Form leaders drive the Model United Nations society, providing leadership opportunities. Young Enterprise provides entrepreneurship experience and professional skills. Leadership is encouraged across BSN clubs and student groups through governance roles, mentoring and project leadership.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
BSN runs sports teams and a strong physical education program. Students compete in swimming, football, volleyball, cross country, basketball and track and field. BSN also collaborates with local sports clubs in and around The Hague to broaden opportunities.
Languages

Language Provision
English language development is emphasised as students progress through school. Dutch is a Modern Foreign Language offered and compulsory in Years 7–9, with a CNaVT examination available in Year 9 and Dutch GCSE/IB options in later years. In Years 7–9, students study French, Spanish, Dutch and German, with Year 8 offering two languages; Italian is available through a Language Enrichment Programme and there is a Personal Languages Programme offering Dutch, French, German, Italian, Portuguese and Spanish. The Senior School runs a Mother Tongue Enrichment Programme for personal language speakers and provides IB/AS/A2-level study in several languages.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Enquire. This is the perfect first step. Ask a question or request personalised information to learn more about the programmes. There is no obligation, and the admissions team is ready to help. The BSN is non-selective and has places available in all year groups across the four campuses.

2. Visit. See learning in action with a personal tour. Schedule a visit with the Admissions team by telephone or email. For families who are unable to visit yet, an online call can be scheduled at a convenient time. Choosing the right school for a child is a personal decision, and staff are available to provide support at every step.

3. Apply. When ready to join, applicants are guided through a clear and straightforward application process. Applications are accepted throughout the year. For each application, there is a non-refundable fee of €250 (families with a child already at BSN do not need to pay). If an applicant is approved and a place is declined, the fee is retained; if a place cannot be offered, the fee is refunded.
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