Amity International School Amsterdam vs International School of Amsterdam
Amity International School Amsterdam and International School of Amsterdam are both in Amsterdam, about 3 km apart. Both schools follow an IB curriculum. Published annual fees are €20,240 - 25,995 at Amity International School Amsterdam and €21,940 - 31,495 at International School of Amsterdam, which puts International School of Amsterdam roughly 16% higher. Amity International School Amsterdam takes pupils from 3 to 18, and International School of Amsterdam from 2 to 18. International School of Amsterdam is the larger school, with around 1,300 pupils to Amity International School Amsterdam's 404. Typical class sizes are 7 at Amity International School Amsterdam and 18 at International School of Amsterdam.
Amsterdamseweg 204 1182 HL Amstelveen The Netherlands
Location
The school is located at Sportlaan 45, 1185 TB Amstelveen, The Netherlands.
Stages
Stages
Early Years (ages 3-6); Primary Years (ages 6-11); Middle Years (ages 11-16); Diploma Programme (16-18)
Stages
Nursery; Early Years; Primary Years; Middle Years; Diploma Years.
School type
School type
Amity International School Amsterdam is a co-educational day school. It does not offer boarding facilities for any of its age groups.
School type
It is an independent, co-educational day school. The school does not offer boarding facilities for any year groups.
Pupil nationality mix
Pupil nationality mix
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Pupil nationality mix
The school has close to 1,300 students representing over 60 nationalities.
Additional learning support
Additional learning support
Learning Support Programme with tailored academic, social-emotional and functional support; in-school access to external service providers for speech and language therapy, occupational therapy and school psychologist services; English as an Additional Language (EAL) support for students whose home language is not English
Additional learning support
Lower School and Upper School Learning Diversity (LD) teams provide academic support during the school day depending on need and specialist evaluation. LD teams provide general counselling for emotional, personal, social and transition issues, and an Individualised Learning Plan (ILP) is developed for students with diagnosed learning needs. English Acquisition (EA) provides English as an Additional Language support, and university/career counselling is available in Upper School.
Country affiliation
Country affiliation
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Country affiliation
The school operates as an independent international institution and does not have an affiliation with any specific country or national government.
Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation
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Religious affiliation
The school has no religious affiliation.
School day structure
School day structure
Early Bird Club opens 8:00 am; EY registration 8:15 am; EY/PY lessons start 8:25 am; EY/PY ends 2:45 pm (Fr 12:30 pm). PY4-5 ends 3:35 pm (Fr 12:55 pm). Middle Years 1-5 and Diploma Programme start at 9:00 am and end at 3:35 pm (DP2 may finish 4:40 pm). After School Care Programme runs 5:30 pm (Mon-Thu) and 3:30 pm (Fri). CCAs may extend. Transport times: EY/PY drop-off 8:20 am; MY/DP drop-off 8:35 am; EY/PY pick-up 3:40 pm (Fr 12:55 pm); MY/DP pick-up 3:40 pm.
School day structure
The standard school day runs from 08:30 to 15:25 or 15:30 depending on the grade level, with a delayed start time of approximately 09:20 on Fridays. All students have a scheduled morning recess and an hour-long midday break for lunch.
Bus service details
Bus service details
Door-to-door transport service with Amity-branded vehicles (max eight students per vehicle); licensed, screened drivers; zones A, B, C and X with pro-rata or fixed annual rates; morning drop-off 8:20 am (EY/PY) or 8:35 am (MY/DP); afternoon pick-up 3:40 pm (EY/PY) or 3:40 pm (MY/DP); CCA transport for after-school activities (3:40 pm or 4:40 pm).
Bus service details
Bus service is provided through WND Services with door-to-door routes for families. Coverage zones and fees are published.
Fees
Fees
Fee details
Fee details
Application, Admission & Deposit Fees
- Application fee: € 200 (non-refundable). - Admission fee: € 350 (payable within 7 days of an offer; non-refundable). - Deposit: € 2,500 per child (payable within 7 days of an offer). The deposit is refundable within 30 days after the student leaves provided all tuition and other financial obligations are up to date, correct notice has been given according to the school's withdrawal deadlines, and all school property has been returned. The Deposit is not refunded if a student is enrolled but does not attend. Payment of Admission Fee and Deposit must be made in one bank transaction of €2,850. - Community and Family Association (CFA) fee: € 20 per student per year.
Tuition fees by programme (annual and termly amounts) — Academic year 2025–2026
Annual tuition (total per academic year): - Early Years (Years EY1–EY3): € 20,240 per year. - Primary Years (Years P1–P5): € 21,050 per year. - Middle Years (Years M1–M5): € 22,575 per year. - Diploma Programme (DP1–DP2): € 25,995 per year.
Termly tuition (when billed termly) and due dates: - Early Years: Term 1 € 8,096 (due July 20, 2025); Term 2 € 6,072 (due Nov 20, 2025); Term 3 € 6,072 (due Feb 20, 2026). Total € 20,240. - Primary Years: Term 1 € 8,420 (due July 20, 2025); Term 2 € 6,315 (due Nov 20, 2025); Term 3 € 6,315 (due Feb 20, 2026). Total € 21,050. - Middle Years: Term 1 € 9,030 (due July 20, 2025); Term 2 € 6,772 (due Nov 20, 2025); Term 3 € 6,772 (due Feb 20, 2026). Total € 22,575. - Diploma Programme: Term 1 € 10,398 (due July 20, 2025); Term 2 € 7,799 (due Nov 20, 2025); Term 3 € 7,799 (due Feb 20, 2026). Total € 25,995.
Monthly payment option (available only for continuing students from Academic Year 2019–2020): - Installment schedule (total equals the annual fee): - Installment 1 (due July 20, 2025): Early Years € 6,072 | Primary € 6,315 | Middle € 6,772 | DP € 7,799. - Installments 2–8 (due Nov 20, Dec 20, Jan 20, Feb 20, Mar 20, Apr 20, May 20, 2026) split as listed in the school schedule (smaller monthly instalments). A charge of € 50 is applied to each installment invoice for the monthly payment option. Total equals the annual fee for each programme.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Billing options: annual, termly, or (for eligible continuing students) monthly billing. Annual billing is the automatic default unless another option is requested. All invoices are payable in advance on or before the invoice due date. Payments must be made in full without deduction. - Standard due dates shown in the school's Academic Year 2025–2026 schedule: full-session/annual payment due on July 20, 2025; termly payments due July 20, 2025 (Term 1), Nov 20, 2025 (Term 2), and Feb 20, 2026 (Term 3). Monthly instalment due dates are set out in the school schedule (see monthly instalment dates above). - Enrollment part-way through the year: the proportion of annual tuition charged depends on start date — 100% if starting before 1 December; 75% if starting on/after 1 December; 45% if on/after 1 March; 25% if on/after 1 May. - Accepted payment methods: wire transfer (bank transfer) or direct debit. The Deposit must be paid from the parent's personal bank account. All fees are payable in advance against the invoice. - Late or non-payment: students may be barred from attending classes, activities, examinations or graduation until invoices are settled. Late payments incur an annual default interest of 10% and a € 50 reminder fee after the second reminder; collection costs incurred by the school will be charged to the parents.
Other costs and additional fees
- Mandatory school uniform: uniforms are mandatory and charged separately; actual uniform costs vary and are billed through the school's uniform provider. - Optional/extra charges (examples and typical categories): transportation (optional door-to-door services), school lunches, after-school care, overnight residential trips, extracurricular or co-curricular activities run by external providers, yearbook. These items are charged in addition to tuition when applicable. - Learning Support / SEN fees (where additional support is required): fees are structured by tiers (Appendix B). Example annual tiered SEN fees for 2025–2026: Tier A € 40,125; Tier B € 29,970; Tier C € 20,150; Tier D € 9,850. Termly and installment schedules for these tiers are set out in Appendix B; parents will be advised of any extra fees if additional support is required. - Monthly payment administration: a € 50 charge is added to each monthly installment invoice when the monthly payment option is used.
Refunds and withdrawal rules
- Application fee and admission fee: non-refundable and not credited to tuition. Deposit: refundable subject to conditions (all fees paid up to date, correct notice given per withdrawal deadlines, and return of school property). The deposit is refunded within 30 days after the student leaves if conditions are met; the deposit is not refunded if a student is enrolled but does not attend. - No refunds of tuition are available for absence because of illness, expulsion, disciplinary measures, or other circumstances not attributable to the school. - Withdrawal notice requirements (to avoid being charged the following term in full): - To leave after 31 December, notify the school by 1 September. - To leave after 31 March, notify the school by 1 January. - To leave at the end of the academic year (24 June), notify the school by 1 May. If these notification deadlines are not met, the following term's tuition fees are due in full.
Fee details
Application fee and enrolment deposit
- Application fee (one-time, non-refundable): € 320. - Enrolment deposit for new students (one-time, refundable subject to the school's withdrawal conditions): € 2,500. The deposit must be paid to secure an offered place and will be refunded only when the school's conditions for refund are met; the deposit is not refunded if a student does not enrol.
Annual tuition fees by year group (school year 2025–26)
- Nursery (2-year-old): € 21,940 per year. - Pre-school (3-year-old): € 21,940 per year. - Pre-Kindergarten: € 23,915 per year. - Kindergarten: € 24,285 per year. - Grade 1 – Grade 5: € 26,645 per year. - Grade 6 – Grade 8: € 29,690 per year. - Grade 9 & Grade 10: € 30,670 per year. - Grade 11 & Grade 12: € 31,495 per year.
Per-term billing (standard invoicing pattern used by the school)
- The school's published payment schedule uses an invoicing pattern where families may pay the full invoice early or use a three-stage payment pattern: 25% due by the first deadline, 50% due by the second deadline, and 25% due by the third deadline. Per-term amounts below are calculated from the published annual tuition using that 25% / 50% / 25% split (these per-term figures are derived from the published annual tuition and the school's standard split).
- Nursery / Pre-school (Annual € 21,940): - Term I (25%): € 5,485.00 - Term II (50%): € 10,970.00 - Term III (25%): € 5,485.00.
- Pre-Kindergarten (Annual € 23,915): - Term I (25%): € 5,978.75 - Term II (50%): € 11,957.50 - Term III (25%): € 5,978.75.
- Kindergarten (Annual € 24,285): - Term I (25%): € 6,071.25 - Term II (50%): € 12,142.50 - Term III (25%): € 6,071.25.
- Grade 1 – Grade 5 (Annual € 26,645): - Term I (25%): € 6,661.25 - Term II (50%): € 13,322.50 - Term III (25%): € 6,661.25.
- Grade 6 – Grade 8 (Annual € 29,690): - Term I (25%): € 7,422.50 - Term II (50%): € 14,845.00 - Term III (25%): € 7,422.50.
- Grade 9 & Grade 10 (Annual € 30,670): - Term I (25%): € 7,667.50 - Term II (50%): € 15,335.00 - Term III (25%): € 7,667.50.
- Grade 11 & Grade 12 (Annual € 31,495): - Term I (25%): € 7,873.75 - Term II (50%): € 15,747.50 - Term III (25%): € 7,873.75.
One-off and supplementary annual charges
- Capital fee (annual, contributes to campus, technology and capital costs): listed for 2025/26 (example amounts in published schedules show the capital fee in the range reported around € 3,245 for first-year calculations); this fee is charged in addition to tuition. - Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) fee (annual, per student): € 35. - Administration fee (applies to split-payment arrangements or processing of split invoices; historical schedules show administration fees in the region of € 375–€ 415 where applicable). - IB examination fees: charged in addition and determined by the IB Organisation; these exam charges are invoiced separately where applicable for Diploma candidates. - Bus service: door-to-door bus service is offered (fees vary by route and are invoiced separately). - Additional costs that may be invoiced separately: extracurricular activities, after‑school care or vacation care programmes, specific specialist support or therapy, instrument rental/lessons, school trips, and certain course materials—these items are billed in addition to tuition when used. - On-campus stationery / small shop items are available for purchase; no compulsory uniform fee is published in the school's fee schedules.
Boarding
- Boarding is not offered. ISA is a day school; boarding facilities are listed as DAY in the school's IB profile and school listings.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Standard invoicing/payment options reported in the school's fee schedules include the following patterns: pay the full invoiced amount by the early deadline (no split), or use a three-stage payment schedule: 25% by the first deadline, 50% by the second deadline, and 25% by the third deadline. Alternative instalment plans may be available only by written agreement; interest can apply to instalment plans. The administration fee for split payments may be deducted if the invoice is settled within an early-payment window in the schedule.
Refunds and withdrawal
- The enrolment deposit is refundable only under the school's stated withdrawal conditions; the deposit is not refunded if a student does not enrol. Tuition refunds after enrolment are governed by the school's withdrawal and refund rules and depend on the date of formal withdrawal and whether contractual and financial obligations have been met; partial refunds and administrative conditions are set out in the school's fee schedule and withdrawal policy.
Fee payment methods and practical notes
- Bank transfer is the standard payment method shown in published fee schedules and invoices (IBAN and bank details are provided on school invoices). Historical fee schedules show ABN AMRO bank details for euro payments. Families should follow the invoice for exact payment instructions and the billing reference to ensure correct posting of payments.
- Split-payment administration charges and interest on instalments are specified in the school's schedule of fees; bank charges for international transfers are the payer's responsibility.
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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
Accredited IB World School for the Continuum of PYP, MYP and DP. Amity offers the IB Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme for students aged 3-18, with classes primarily in English. The learning approach is inquiry-based, designed to develop independence, curiosity and critical thinking. The IB Learner Profile emphasizes attributes such as inquirers, communicators, principled, open-minded, caring and reflective. Outdoor learning is integrated and the campus is surrounded by parks and forests. Language and Literature offerings include English, Dutch, French and Spanish, with multiple language exposure within the IB framework.
Curriculum details
ISA provides an IB continuum from Early Years through Diploma. The school offers an Early Years Programme, the IB Primary Years Programme, IB Middle Years Programme and the IB Diploma Programme. ISA was the first school in the world to offer a complete IB curriculum from Pre-School to Grade 12. Lower School follows the Primary Years Programme with inquiry-based, transdisciplinary learning and an international perspective. Upper School delivers the Diploma Programme on site, with a range of standard and higher level DP courses, and an option to complete DP courses through Pamoja; English is the language of instruction with EAL support, and ISA offers language options including Dutch, English, French, German, Spanish, Japanese and Mandarin, with mother-tongue language support available for several languages.
Student teacher ratio
Student teacher ratio
Diploma Programme class sizes never exceed 24 students.
Student teacher ratio
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Exam results
Exam results
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Exam results
The Class of 2025 IB results were above global averages. The results reflect ISA's long-standing record of academic excellence in the IB programme.
Higher education progression
Higher education progression
Post-Secondary Counselling is provided throughout secondary years, guiding students toward suitable pathways. Unifrog is used in combination with Microsoft Teams and Managebac to provide transparent, holistic post-secondary support, helping students identify interests, assess options, and plan university applications. Diploma Programme information indicates a two-year DP for ages 16-18, with a focus on TOK, CAS, EE and a six-subject course load across Groups 1-6. The school also hosts university visits and provides planning timelines to support families.
Higher education progression
Graduates have offers from top universities and institutions across the globe, including destinations in Amsterdam and worldwide.
Gifted and talented
Gifted and talented
Gifted and Talented Students are defined as highly able with high attainment and potential. Interventions include mentoring and tutoring programmes, accelerated learning opportunities, and differentiated tasks within the classroom, supported by co-curricular activities. Identification uses multiple measures such as grades, teacher nominations, standardised assessments (CAT4), parental nomination, self- or peer nomination and pre-tests.
Gifted and talented
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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. Preparation Gather required documents, including your child's passport, the last two years of school reports, teacher reference details, and any applicable Special Educational Needs (SEN) reports. Depending on the age group and location, specific items like an English as an Additional Language (EAL) form or a short skills-demonstration video (for overseas Early Years applicants) may also be required.
2. Submit Application Complete the online application via the OpenApply portal by clicking the "Apply now" button on the school's website. Submitting this form officially registers your child in the system so the formal review can begin.
3. Application Review Once the application is submitted and the €200 fee is paid, the admissions panel—including the Principal, Heads of School, and support specialists—reviews the file. They carefully evaluate the student's readiness and any support needs, and will contact you directly if they require further information.
4. Assessment Your child may be invited to complete an age-appropriate assessment. This is mandatory in-person for Early Years applicants already living in the Netherlands, though remote options are arranged for overseas families. Older applicants may also need to complete academic interviews or a CAT4 assessment.
5. Decision You will receive the final admissions decision through an OpenApply email. If a place is offered based on availability and the student's evaluated needs, this email will provide clear instructions on how to officially confirm the enrolment.
Admissions
1. ISA's application process is online. New families should start by completing an online inquiry form to receive information, then use the online application portal to submit an online application. An application is considered started when the application fee is paid and the Student Application and Household Information sections are completed, and this date is used to prioritise space in each grade level.
2. Review and admissions decision. Once an applicant's file is fully complete, it is reviewed by key faculty and staff, including the Admissions Office and the Head of Lower or Upper School. Families receive an email with notification of the admissions decision and information regarding space availability. The school reserves the right to refuse admission for reasons considered relevant by the school. Grade placement is evaluated based on previous school records and other supporting documents, with input from the family but the final decision resting with the appropriate Head of School.
3. Grade placement and criteria. Admissions decisions are based on a committee review of each candidate's previous school experience, social-emotional development and behaviour, and linguistic background. Priority consideration is given to applicants with siblings currently enrolled at ISA, to international families, and to applications received earlier. The Admissions Committee comprises the Director of Admissions, the Admissions Officer, the Head of School, counsellors, learning support specialists, grade level coordinators, the school nurse and/or other faculty as appropriate.
4. English proficiency requirements. ISA seeks to serve an international community and English is the main language of instruction, so the school supports students' English development to access the programmes offered. English proficiency requirements: students may join without any prior English language proficiency until Grade 9; students entering Grade 10 must demonstrate a minimum of intermediate proficiency, and students entering Grade 11 must demonstrate advanced proficiency. English as an Additional Language support is not available for students in Grades 11 and 12.
5. Entrance to Grades 11–12 (IB Diploma Programme). Applicants wishing to enter ISA in Grade 11 undertake placement assessments to determine suitable pathways through to graduation. Students wishing to enter the IB Diploma programme must join Grade 11 by October 1, as two years are required to complete the courses; entrance criteria for the full diploma programme and IB Diploma courses are contained in the IB Diploma Course Descriptions Guide. ISA offers the Diploma Programme with courses across Groups 1–6 and also provides the option of online DP courses through Pamoja.
