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Joy Otto
School Principal
Academic offering
Curriculum Dutch Curriculum, British Curriculum, IPC (International Primary Curriculum)
Taught languages Dutch, English
Typical class size 20
Strengths Languages, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Lifestyle and Wellbeing, Arts and Creative
Stages Early Years, Primary School
Introduction
Winford Bilingual Amsterdam is a private Dutch B3 school offering a 50/50 bilingual Dutch-English program for ages 4 to 12. The curriculum blends the Dutch National Curriculum, the UK National Curriculum, and the International Primary Curriculum, with all core subjects taught in both languages throughout the day. The school operates multi-age classrooms—Panda (4-6), Zebra (5.5-8), Giraffe (7-10), Eagle (10-12)—each with two native-speaking teachers and approximately 20 students, ensuring personalized attention. Pupils can follow either Dutch or International secondary education paths after age 9, depending on family choice. IPC themes run across subjects, linking learning in both languages. Facilities are central in Amsterdam's Museumplein, and field trips to libraries and Nemo Science Museum enrich IPC projects. Nutritious lunches are prepared in-house. After-school offerings include Mindful Minds: Sensory Lab, Textile Club, and The Crafty Creators Club. The school's bilingual approach supports fluency in both languages while preparing pupils for diverse futures globally.
This campus is part ofWinford Bilingual Primary School
Jan Luijkenstraat 29, 1071 CK Amsterdam, Netherlands
The Essentials
Winford Bilingual Primary School Amsterdam has 20 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in Dutch, English.
Location
Jan Luijkenstraat 29, 1071 CK Amsterdam, Netherlands; located in the Museumplein area, in the heart of Amsterdam.
Stages
Ages 4 to 12 in the bilingual stream; Dutch curriculum stream available for ages 9 to 12.
Type
Private Dutch B3 school offering bilingual education (50/50 Dutch/English).
Fees
Annual tuition at Winford Bilingual Primary School Amsterdam ranges from EUR 23,800 for 2026/27.
Application & Registration fees
- Application (registration) fee: €550 per child — one-time, non‑refundable; an invoice is issued to process the application. - Enrolment fee: €1,000 per child — one-time, non‑refundable; payable after accepting the provisional offer and not deducted from tuition.
Tuition (annual and per term) — all primary year groups
- Annual tuition (Winford Bilingual Amsterdam): €23,800. This single annual tuition applies across the primary year groups (Panda, Zebra, Giraffe, Eagle). - Per-term (three-term breakdown): dividing the annual tuition by three gives an equal-term amount of approximately €7,933.33 per term (annual ÷ 3). - Instalment option effect (calculation): a three‑instalment payment option is offered but carries a 3% additional administration/interest charge. Applying 3% to the annual tuition (3% of €23,800 = €714) yields a total of €24,514; divided by three gives instalments of about €8,171.33 each. This per‑instalment figure is a calculated example based on the published 3% charge.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Single payment: full tuition payable in one instalment; the single‑payment deadline is before 1 August. - Three instalments: due on 1 August, 15 November and 1 February. The three‑instalment option requires issuance of a direct debit and includes a 3% additional administration/interest charge. - Pro‑rata charging: tuition is pro‑rated depending on the child's start date if enrolling during the school year. Instalment availability for mid‑year enrolment depends on the start date and may include additional administration/interest costs.
Family discount
- When more than one child attends the school, a 5% family discount is applied to the school fees of the youngest child.
Boarding fees
- Boarding is not offered for this primary school; boarding fees are not applicable. The programme is a day primary school with daily lunch provided.
Other costs and included items
- The published tuition is described as all‑inclusive: it covers testing in both languages, special exhibits, field trips, morning snacks and warm lunches for each child. - Additional costs may apply for formal extra evaluations or 1‑to‑1 special support if required; the school states such extra support or testing costs will be discussed with parents. - No uniform fee or uniform requirement is listed in the published fee information. Lunches and morning snacks are included in the tuition.
Refund and withdrawal policy
- The enrolment fee is explicitly non‑refundable in all cases (including if the family decides not to start, defers the enrolment date, or leaves the school); the enrolment fee is not deducted from tuition. - Withdrawal requires two months' written notice. If written notice is not provided, two months' tuition fees will be charged in lieu. Any overdue fees or other charges remain payable on notice of withdrawal.
Fee payment methods
- The school sets a single‑payment deadline (before 1 August) for the full tuition and offers a three‑instalment option that requires a direct debit mandate for the instalment plan. No other specific payment methods (for example credit card or bank transfer instructions) are listed in the published fee information.
Academics
Winford Bilingual Primary School Amsterdam teaches Dutch Curriculum, British Curriculum, IPC (International Primary Curriculum) for students aged 4 to 12.
Curriculum
Winford Bilingual Amsterdam delivers a bilingual curriculum for children aged 4 to 12, with a Dutch curriculum stream for ages 9 to 12. The curriculum is built from the Dutch National Curriculum, the UK National Curriculum, and the International Primary Curriculum (IPC). All core subjects are taught in Dutch and English throughout the school day. The program relies on two native-speaking teachers per classroom and small class sizes of around 20 students. IPC themes are integrated across subjects to connect learning in both languages, and pupils can transition to Dutch secondary education or International/English secondary education depending on pathway chosen.
Student Teacher Ratio
Two teachers per classroom. An average of about 20 students per class.
Exam Results
Assessment includes Dutch CITO tests for groups 2-8 (ages 5-11) and formal English testing twice a year. 90% of children who have been in the bilingual program since age 4 score above level when compared with similarly aged children in Dutch-only programs, while 75% of children who joined later test at level.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Being bilingual supports social and emotional development. Bilingual learners show improved ability to read social cues, overcome social shyness, and display strong active listening skills. This helps with making friends, understanding diversity, and integrating into new environments. The school emphasizes cultural understanding and inclusion as part of daily learning.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
All core subjects are taught equally in Dutch and English throughout the school day. Each classroom has two fully qualified teachers who speak English and Dutch, and each teacher uses their native language with students while teaching in both languages. The curriculum combines the Dutch national curriculum and the UK national curriculum, closely linked with the International Primary Curriculum (IPC). The IPC is taught in both English and Dutch.
Mental Wellbeing
Positive discipline emphasizes kindness and consistency, supporting student wellbeing. The school describes a child-focused approach with small class sizes to enable individualized attention and a nurturing environment. The bilingual, dual-language setting helps students develop confidence and adaptability across languages and cultures. The learning environment promotes inclusion and respectful interactions as part of daily practice.
Admissions
Admissions
Submit the completed form (Word or PDF) along with school reports and CITO results. For children over five, the school will schedule a trial session via the school director. A non-refundable registration fee of €550 must be paid before Winford Bilingual begins processing the application.
Step 2: Provisional Confirmation The school will email a Provisional Offer once the application is processed. Parents have 10 business days to accept or decline; after this period, the offer is automatically withdrawn, and the process must be restarted.
Step 3: Acceptance Following acceptance, a non-refundable enrolment fee of €1000 per child is due within 3 weeks. Once paid, the school secures the student's placement and issues a formal confirmation of Enrolment. This fee is separate from tuition and is non-refundable regardless of start date or withdrawal.
FAQs
What age range does Winford Amsterdam serve?
Winford Bilingual Amsterdam serves children aged 4 to 12 with a 50/50 bilingual Dutch-English programme.
What curriculum does the school follow?
The school blends the Dutch National Curriculum, UK National Curriculum and IPC, with all core subjects taught in both Dutch and English by two teachers per classroom.
How much are the tuition fees?
Fees range from EUR 550 to EUR 23,800 per year. Application fee is EUR 550 non-refundable. Lunch and snacks are included.
Where is the school located?
Jan Luijkenstraat 29, 1071 CK Amsterdam, in the Museumplein area in the heart of the city.
How small are the classes?
About 20 students per class with two teachers per classroom, one English-speaking and one Dutch-speaking.
Is lunch provided?
Yes, a warm healthy vegetarian lunch and daily snacks are prepared by an in-house cook and included in the school fee.
What assessments are used?
Dutch CITO tests for groups 2-8 and formal English testing twice a year. 90% of children score above the national average on the exit test.
Is there a Dutch-only track?
Yes, a Dutch curriculum stream is available for ages 9 to 12 alongside the bilingual pathway.
How many students attend?
Approximately 20 students in a small, intimate setting.
How do I apply?
Request the intake form and complete the formal application process. The EUR 550 application fee is non-refundable.
