American School of The Hague vs The British School in The Netherlands - Senior School Voorschoten
American School of The Hague and The British School in The Netherlands - Senior School Voorschoten are both in Rotterdam, about 4 km apart. Both schools offer IB programmes. American School of The Hague also offers Advanced Placement (AP) and American, and The British School in The Netherlands - Senior School Voorschoten also offers IBCP, British, BTEC Qualification and EYFS. Published annual fees are €22,380 - 32,370 at American School of The Hague and €6,780 - 28,014 at The British School in The Netherlands - Senior School Voorschoten, which puts American School of The Hague roughly 57% higher. Both take pupils from 3 to 18. The British School in The Netherlands - Senior School Voorschoten is the larger school, with around 2,100 pupils to American School of The Hague's 1,200. Typical class sizes are 18 at American School of The Hague and 24 at The British School in The Netherlands - Senior School Voorschoten.
IB (DP), Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum
Curriculum
IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme), British Curriculum, BTEC Qualification, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Pupils
Pupils
1,200
Pupils
2,100
Typical class size
Typical class size
18
Typical class size
24
Instruction language
Instruction language
English, Dutch
Instruction language
English
Opened
Opened
1951
Opened
1979
Bus service
Bus service
Yes
Bus service
Yes
Essentials
Essentials
Location
Location
ASH operates on two campuses in Wassenaar, The Netherlands. The main campus is Rijksstraatweg 200, 2241 BX, Wassenaar. The Early Childhood Center is Deijlerweg 153, 2241 AE, Wassenaar. Both campuses are in the Dutch municipality of Wassenaar, within the The Hague region.
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
Stages
ASH offers Elementary School, Middle School, and High School for students ages 3 to 18.
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.
School type
School type
International school day school.
School 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
Pupil nationality mix
More than 70 nationalities are represented among ASH students.
Pupil nationality mix
Nearly 90 nationalities represented.
Additional learning support
Additional learning support
The Student Support Team includes Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists, and Counselors. English as an Additional Language (EAL) is provided for Grades 1–12. The Special Education program offers individualized support in a small-class setting, and Learning Support uses a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) for Grades 1–12.
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.
Country affiliation
Country affiliation
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Country affiliation
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Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation
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Religious affiliation
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School day structure
School day structure
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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 details
Bus service details
The school offers a flexible bus service with Area A (Within Wassenaar), Area B (Den Haag, Leiden, Leidschendam, Noordwijk, Nootdorp, Oegstgeest, Rijswijk, Voorburg, Voorschoten and immediate vicinities), and Area C (outside Areas A & B). The ECC bus serves Pre-Kindergarten 1 to Grade 2 in Areas A & B.
Bus service details
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.
Fees
Fees
Fee details
Fee details
Application and Entry Fees
- Application fee: EUR 270 (mandatory, non-refundable, paid per child at time of application). - One-time Enrollment fee (first year only): EUR 6,810 (non-refundable).
Annual Capital Fee
- Capital fee (annual, non-refundable): EUR 4,610.
Tuition Fee
Note on normal billing structure: for continuing students the school collects 75% of tuition as the first installment and 25% as the second installment; the same percentage split is used for the bus fee when applicable. The per-installment amounts shown below are computed from the published annual tuition amounts and follow the 75% / 25% split used in the school's payment procedures.
- Elementary School (Pre‑Kindergarten 2 through Grade 4) — Tuition: EUR 22,880 per year. - Installment 1 (75%): EUR 17,160.00. - Installment 2 (25%): EUR 5,720.00.
- Middle School (Grades 5 through 8) — Tuition: EUR 25,980 per year. - Installment 1 (75%): EUR 19,485.00. - Installment 2 (25%): EUR 6,495.00.
- High School (Grades 9 through 12) — Tuition: EUR 27,760 per year. - Installment 1 (75%): EUR 20,820.00. - Installment 2 (25%): EUR 6,940.00.
Special Education
- Special Education Program fee: EUR 23,255 per year, charged in addition to the regular grade-level tuition. (This is an annual programme fee; payment will be invoiced alongside regular fees according to the school's billing schedule.)
Other fees and charges
- Exam and activity exclusions from tuition: Meals, extracurricular trips, and examination fees for Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) are not included in tuition and are charged separately. - Additional possible charges: occupational therapy, one-to-one teaching costs, IB and AP exam fees, and other extra services or programme-specific fees may be charged where applicable. - Bus service: a separate bus fee is charged when families use the school bus; the bus fee is subject to the same installment percentages in the published payment procedures (the bus fee amount is billed separately). - Uniforms: students do not wear a school uniform; the school enforces a dress code rather than a uniform. (No uniform fee is specified.)
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Regular schedule for continuing students and new students enrolling from the start of the year through November 30: - 75% of tuition, 75% of the bus fee (if applicable), plus the enrollment fee and the capital fee are due on June 1 (or 30 days from invoice for new students enrolling before November 30). - 25% of tuition and the second 25% of the bus fee are due on January 1 for students enrolled as of November 30.
- For students accepted after the start of the school year, the percentage of tuition and bus fee due at time of acceptance depends on the month of acceptance as follows: - Acceptance between December 1 and February 28: 75% due at acceptance. - Acceptance during March: 60% due at acceptance. - Acceptance during April: 45% due at acceptance. - Acceptance during May: 30% due at acceptance.
- Late payments: interest of 1.0% per month will be charged on late payments. If payment terms are not met and no arrangements are made with the Business Manager, placement at the school will not be guaranteed.
Withdrawals and refunds
- Withdrawal rule (published): for students who withdraw between June 1 and the beginning of the second semester, the second installment (25% of the annual tuition and bus fee) will be waived. Other refunds or chargebacks are governed by the school's billing and withdrawal policies as applied case by case. Interest or other penalties may apply for unpaid balances.
Boarding
- Boarding is not offered; the school operates as a day school (no full or weekly boarding programmes).
Fee payment options and invoices
- The school issues invoices and specifies due dates and required installments on those invoices. The published billing procedures describe amounts and deadlines; specific acceptable payment methods (for example: international bank transfer / wire, local bank transfer, credit/debit card, or other payment channels) are not listed in the public fee summary and are handled through the school's Finance/Business Manager and invoice instructions. Families should follow the invoice payment instructions and the Business Manager's directions for accepted payment methods. The school charges interest for late payments and may require placement guarantees if payment terms are not met.
Fee details
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.
Diving deeper
Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements
Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements
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Uniform requirement
Uniform requirement
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Uniform requirement
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Food options
Food options
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Food options
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House system
House system
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House system
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Governance and ownership
Governance and ownership
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Governance and ownership
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Academics
Academics
Curriculum details
Curriculum details
ASH delivers an American-style curriculum with English as the language of instruction, including the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP) and the Advanced Placement (AP) program in High School. The IB Diploma Programme is a two-year, six-course program with the Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay, and Creativity, Activity, Service core; the average IB Diploma score is 35 and the May 2025 session had a 100% pass rate, with 16% of students earning 40+ points. The AP program offers one-year courses with exams leading to college credit; ASH is the only school in the Netherlands offering AP, with 91% of exams earning a score of 3 or higher and 59% of exams earning a 4 or 5; AP credits are recognized by universities worldwide. The school uses Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) for Grades 3–8 to assess reading and math, with ASH students scoring above global averages. In Elementary School, the curriculum follows Common Core Standards, NEASC accreditation, and includes Dutch, art, library, music, and physical education; the Dutch-English Dual Language Pathway began in 2024, beginning instruction in Dutch with gradual introduction of English to develop proficiency in both languages.
Curriculum details
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).
Student teacher ratio
Student teacher ratio
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Student teacher ratio
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Exam results
Exam results
IB Diploma Programme results include an average score of 35, a 100% pass rate in the May 2025 examination, and 16% of students earning 40+ points. The Advanced Placement (AP) program reports a 91% pass rate (scores of 3 or higher) and 59% of AP exams earning a 4 or 5. AP credits are recognized by universities worldwide.
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
Higher education progression
The Class of 2024 received 273 acceptances to universities and colleges in 12 countries, with 129 students in the graduating class. Destinations included King's College London, Northwestern University, Universidad de Navarra, University of Amsterdam, and Eindhoven University of Technology. Netherlands accounted for 51% of college destinations, the United States 22%, the United Kingdom 7%, Canada 4%, and Spain 4%.
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
Gifted and talented
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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.
Academic calendar
Academic calendar
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Academic calendar
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Wellbeing & support
Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning
Social & emotional learning
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Social & emotional learning
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Special educational needs (SEN)
Special educational needs (SEN)
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Special educational needs (SEN)
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English as an additional language
English as an additional language
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English as an additional language
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Mental wellbeing
Mental wellbeing
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Mental wellbeing
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Safeguarding
Safeguarding
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Safeguarding
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Safeguarding policy
Safeguarding policy
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Safeguarding policy
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Facilities
Facilities
Facilities overview
Facilities overview
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Facilities overview
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Sports facilities
Sports facilities
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Sports facilities
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Academic facilities
Academic facilities
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Academic facilities
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Extra curricular facilities
Extra curricular facilities
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Extra curricular facilities
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Parent experience
Parent experience
History
History
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History
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Community
Community
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Community
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Parent teacher association
Parent teacher association
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Parent teacher association
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Extra-curricular
Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual
Academic & intellectual
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Academic & intellectual
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Arts & creative
Arts & creative
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Arts & creative
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Cultural & language
Cultural & language
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Cultural & language
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Social & hobbies
Social & hobbies
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Social & hobbies
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Community & service
Community & service
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Community & service
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Leadership & professional
Leadership & professional
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Leadership & professional
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
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Language provision
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Bilingual teaching
Bilingual teaching
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Bilingual teaching
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Immersion programs
Immersion programs
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Immersion programs
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Reputation
Reputation
Awards
Awards
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Awards
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Accreditations
Accreditations
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Accreditations
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Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
1. Initial Inquiry and Application The admissions process begins by scheduling a campus tour, contacting the admissions team, or starting the online application. This primary step establishes initial planning and helps applicants understand the institution's offerings.
2. Admissions Support The Admissions Director and Admissions Officer assist applicants throughout the entire enrollment process. They provide navigational guidance and help identify specific academic or extracurricular opportunities relevant to the student's interests.
3. Application Timeline Applications are accepted and evaluated on a continuous, year-round basis. Applicants must provide their anticipated transition timeline during this stage to ensure proper entry coordination and a smooth enrollment process.
4. English Proficiency Requirements Language prerequisites are determined by the entering grade level. Preschool through Grade 6 have no English prerequisite. Grades 7 and 8 require Beginner to Intermediate English proficiency, with language support provided by the school. Grades 9 and 10 require Intermediate to Advanced English, with a potential assessment and no language support available. Grades 11 and 12 strictly mandate Advanced English, require a formal assessment, and offer no language support.
5. Placement Guidelines Grade placement is strictly determined by the applicant's prior educational history and their exact age as of October 1st of the entry year. Standard placement guides and grade-level equivalents are utilized to establish the appropriate cohort for the incoming student.
6. Financials and Logistics The institution operates as an independent, non-profit organization. Standard tuition and fee schedules apply to all students without any discount policies. Optional fee-based school transportation is available, with specific routes and pricing structures outlined in the school's transportation documentation.
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.
Scholarships
Scholarships
ASH has no scholarship or discount program. Please refer to the Tuition and Fees page for a detailed overview of costs; there are no ASH-sponsored scholarships for general admission.
