International School Almere vs International School Haarlem - Upper Primary Campus
International School Almere and International School Haarlem - Upper Primary Campus are both in Amsterdam, about 39 km apart. Both schools offer IB, IBCP and BTEC Qualification programmes, and International School Haarlem - Upper Primary Campus also offers IPC. Published annual fees are close, at €4,520 - 7,275 for International School Almere and €5,330 - 6,740 for International School Haarlem - Upper Primary Campus. International School Almere takes pupils from 2 to 18, and International School Haarlem - Upper Primary Campus from 4 to 18. International School Almere is the larger school, with around 350 pupils to International School Haarlem - Upper Primary Campus's 228. Typical class sizes are 24 at International School Almere and 22 at International School Haarlem - Upper Primary Campus.
IPC (International Primary Curriculum), IB (MYP), IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme), BTEC Qualification
Pupils
Pupils
350
Pupils
228
Typical class size
Typical class size
24
Typical class size
22
Instruction language
Instruction language
English
Instruction language
English
Opened
Opened
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Opened
2017
Bus service
Bus service
No
Bus service
No
Essentials
Essentials
Location
Location
Located at Breskensweg 5, 1324 KE Almere, Netherlands. The school lies between Literatuurwijk and Stedenwijk and is close to Almere Muziekwijk station, with several bus stops within walking distance. Free parking is available on site, and students may park their bicycles on site. The building is accessible to wheelchair users.
Location
Three campuses in Haarlem: Lower Primary at Buitenrustlaan 9; Upper Primary at Schreveliusstraat 27; MYP 1-5 and DP 1 at Junoplantsoen 58. All campuses are located in Haarlem, The Netherlands.
IB World School offering all four IB programmes, including the Primary Years Programme (PYP).
School type
Day IB World School offering the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) in Primary and the Middle Years Programme (MYP), Career-related Programme (CP), and Diploma Programme (DP) in Secondary.
Pupil nationality mix
Pupil nationality mix
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Pupil nationality mix
Over 50 nationalities represented; over 35 languages spoken; English is the working language.
Additional learning support
Additional learning support
For children with special needs or those requiring learning support, reports and relevant testing details are required before admission. The Learning Support Coordinator handles needs, and internal assessments may be required before admission. If, after a period of at least six weeks in school, the school cannot meet the academic, social/emotional or physical needs of a child, placement may be transferred to a more suitable establishment.
Additional learning support
Inclusive, personalised approach with support for diverse learning needs, including those with learning difficulties, disabilities or medical needs. A learning support structure with in-class support, 1-to-1 and small group interventions, and English as an Additional Language (EAL) support; resources and ICT to enhance curriculum accessibility.
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
The secondary school day begins at 09:00 and consists of six periods, with two tea breaks and a lunch break integrated throughout the day. Regular classes end at 16:00, followed by Project Time until 16:30 and afterschool clubs that run until 17:00.
School day structure
To allow travel between sites, start and end times are staggered by campus. Lower Primary (Buitenrustlaan): doors open 08:05, lessons begin 08:15, 10:15-10:30 break, 11:45-12:45 lunch, dismissal 14:30 (12:15 on Wednesdays). Upper Primary (Schreveliusstraat): doors open 08:25, lessons begin 08:30, 10:30-10:45 break, 11:45-12:45 lunch, dismissal 14:45 (12:30 on Wednesdays). MYP 1-5 and DP 1-2: doors open 08:45, registration 08:50, 11:00-11:20 break, 13:20-13:50 lunch, dismissal 15:50 (MYP) and 17:00 (DP) with occasional clubs 16:00-17:00; Wednesdays have earlier dismissal times (MYP 13:20; DP around 14:20).
Bus service details
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Bus service details
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Fees
Fees
Fee details
Fee details
Application fees
- Primary: A non-refundable administration/application fee of EUR 150 per child is payable when submitting the application form. - Secondary: A one-off non-refundable application/registration fee of EUR 200 is charged for new students. A refundable deposit of EUR 500 is also required for new secondary students.
Tuition fees by year group
- Primary (single primary fee schedule for all primary year groups): - Annual school fee by month of enrolment: - Enlisting in August/September: EUR 4,520. - Enlisting in October: EUR 4,144. - Enlisting in November: EUR 3,769. - Enlisting in December: EUR 3,393. - Enlisting in January: EUR 3,017. - Enlisting in February: EUR 2,642. - Enlisting in March: EUR 2,266. - Enlisting in April: EUR 1,891. - Enlisting in May/June: EUR 1,514.
- Secondary (fees shown per programme/year group; amounts are annual): - MYP 1–4: EUR 6,350 per year. - MYP 5: EUR 6,350 per year. - DP1 / CP1: EUR 7,275 per year. - DP2 / CP2: EUR 7,275 per year.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Primary: The annual fee must be received before the student starts school to guarantee placement. Payment options offered are payment in full or payment in 8 instalments. International bank transfer details are provided (IBAN: NL55 INGB 0008569174; BIC: INGBNL2A). International transfers must be sent with the OUR instruction so the payer covers transfer charges; include the child's full name in the payment reference.
- Secondary: The annual school fee is compulsory and the school fee agreement is signed for one year. Payment options include payment in one lump sum via bank transfer, payment in one lump sum via iDeal, or payment in 4 or 6 instalments (installments only by direct debit). Parents receive an email from WisCollect to select payment preference and to enter bank details for direct debit collection. Secondary international bank details: IBAN NL69 RABO 0132 48 44 20; BIC RABONL2U.
Boarding fees
- International School Almere is a day school (no boarding provision). There are no boarding fees.
Other costs and mandatory additional charges
- Secondary examination fees: range shown EUR 650–EUR 850 (exam fee varies by programme/student). - Secondary registration/administration: registration line-item EUR 200 (see application/registration fee). New secondary students pay a refundable deposit of EUR 500. - School trips (secondary): MYP 1–2: EUR 60; MYP 3–4: EUR 650 (these are invoiced with the school fee in September and some excursions are mandatory). - Student printing/start-up credit (secondary): a start-up printing quota of EUR 15 is provided to new students. Additional top-ups can be added to the account. - Primary: the published annual fees above are the primary tuition charges; no separate boarding charge applies; additional incidental costs (for trips or materials) may be charged as required. Primary payment options and bank details are as listed under Billing.
Refund information and withdrawal terms
- Secondary refund schedule (portion of total school fee payable based on starting month and the refund percentage when leaving in a given month): - August: portion payable 100%; refund when leaving in August: 50%. - September: portion payable 100%; refund when leaving in September: 50%. - October: portion payable 90%; refund when leaving in October: 50%. - November: portion payable 80%; refund when leaving in November: 50%. - December: portion payable 70%; refund when leaving in December: 50%. - January: portion payable 60%; refund when leaving in January: 40%. - February: portion payable 50%; refund when leaving in February: 30%. - March: portion payable 40%; refund when leaving in March: 20%. - April: portion payable 30%; refund when leaving in April: 10%. - May: portion payable 20%; refund when leaving in May: 0%. - June: portion payable 10%; refund when leaving in June: 0%. - July: portion payable 10%; refund when leaving in July: 0%. - Note: A refund is not permitted for students transferring to another school within 55 km during the school year. Parents are liable for full exam fees if withdrawal is made after 31 January for exam students.
Fee details
Application / Registration fee - A one‑time non‑refundable registration (pre‑registration) fee of EUR 200 per student is charged at application.
Deposit - A refundable deposit of EUR 500 per student is charged on the first invoice for new students. The deposit is refundable on withdrawal only if all school fees have been paid, correct notice has been given, and school property is returned in good condition; refunds may take up to 10 working weeks and any international transfer charges are applied to the recipient.
Tuition fees — Primary (Groups 1–7) — academic year amount and month‑of‑start scale - Full annual tuition for Primary (Groups 1–7) is EUR 5,330 per year (100% for students enrolling in August/September). - If a child starts later in the academic year the tuition due is pro rata according to the month of enrolment as follows (amounts shown are the tuition charged for that month of enrolment): - August / September: EUR 5,330 (100%). - October: EUR 5,330 (100%). - November: EUR 4,799 (90%). - December: EUR 4,268 (80%). - January: EUR 3,737 (70%). - February: EUR 3,206 (60%). - March: EUR 2,675 (50%). - April: EUR 2,144 (40%). - May: EUR 1,613 (30%). - June / July: EUR 1,082 (20%). - An annual School Yearbook cost of EUR 20 is included in tuition and is not eligible for a late‑start discount.
Tuition fees — Secondary (MYP / DP) — academic year amounts and month‑of‑start scale - MYP1–MYP4 (Middle Years Programme years 1–4): full annual tuition is EUR 6,660 (100% for August/September start). Field trip fee and the admin/deposit rules apply as below; pro rata tuition is applied by month of enrolment as listed. - August / September: EUR 6,660 (100%). - October: EUR 6,660 (100%). - November: EUR 5,996 (90%). - December: EUR 5,332 (80%). - January: EUR 4,668 (70%). - February: EUR 4,004 (60%). - March: EUR 3,340 (50%). - April: EUR 2,676 (40%). - May: EUR 2,012 (30%). - June / July: EUR 1,348 (20%).
- MYP5 (final MYP year): full annual tuition is EUR 6,660 (100%), with separate E‑Assessment and field‑trip charges depending on enrolment timing as listed below. Pro rata tuition by month of enrolment follows the same percentage schedule as MYP1–4; the E‑Assessment fee is applied as shown. - MYP5 field trip fee (example values in fee schedule): typically EUR 540 (for August/September enrolments) and pro rata adjustments for later starts are listed in the fee table. MYP5 E‑Assessment fees are shown as EUR 415 (subject to the enrolment month schedule in the table).
- DP1 (IB Diploma Programme year 1): full annual tuition is EUR 6,740 (100% for August/September start). Field trip fee is listed as EUR 540 and DP exam fees for DP1 in 2025–2026 are shown as EUR 0 for that year; deposit and admin fees apply as below. The last admission date for new DP1 students for the 2025–2026 year is specified as 30 September.
- DP2 (IB Diploma Programme year 2, returning students only): full annual tuition is EUR 6,740 (100% for August/September start). A DP graduation fee of EUR 150 and DP exam fees of EUR 670 (for 2025–2026) are listed in the fee schedule for DP2. New DP2 transfer applications are not accepted.
Additional / ancillary fees and typical charges - Field trip fees: charged per year group and vary by year and month of enrolment; amounts are listed in the fee schedules and cover transportation, entrance fees and occasionally accommodation. Example values: MYP1–4 field trip fee commonly EUR 320 (for early enrolment months) and EUR 280 for some later months; MYP5 and DP field trip fees listed as EUR 540 for August/September starts. - E‑Assessment / exam fees: MYP5 E‑Assessment fee listed as EUR 415; DP2 examination fees listed as EUR 670; DP1 exam fees are shown as EUR 0 for 2025–2026. - Yearbook: EUR 20 per student is included in tuition (no discount for late starts). - Laptop requirement for new Secondary students: new secondary students require a laptop provided via The Rent Company (details and timing communicated by the IT Team). The cost for laptop rental/purchase is arranged separately from tuition. - Company invoice fee: EUR 25 per invoice when an invoice is issued to an employer/third party or when paying in two instalments (admin fee). - Family discounts: the school applies fee reductions for large families — a 30% discount for the third (and youngest) child and a 40% discount for the fourth (and youngest) child attending the school concurrently; discounts apply to the specified child only.
Billing schedule and payment terms - Invoices must be paid in advance to guarantee places. Payment options for the academic year include: (A) pay in full by the invoice date (or by 1 June for returning students), or (B) pay in two instalments (option available if enrolled before 1 October). When paying in two instalments the first instalment is 50% of tuition plus the EUR 25 admin fee (and EUR 500 deposit for new students) by 1 June (or within 14 days of invoice for new students); the remaining 50% is due by 31 October. New students starting after the year begins must usually pay the full invoice (including deposit) within 14 days of invoice date. - Payment method: payment can only be made by bank transfer to the school's account at Rabobank (IBAN: NL64 RABO 0316 370 223; BIC: RABONL2U). For international transfers the school requires the OUR instruction so that transfer charges are paid by the sender. Receipts are available via the school's Open Apply invoicing/account system.
Boarding fees - The school's published materials list campus locations for Primary and Secondary and do not include any boarding provision or boarding charges; boarding fees are therefore not applicable.
Refunds and withdrawal notice requirements - If a student is withdrawn before their scheduled start date, 90 days' written notice from the original start date is required to obtain a full refund of tuition and the deposit; failure to provide 90 days' notice will result in no refund. For withdrawal between August and March a 60‑day notice is required and refunds of the annual tuition are applied on a sliding scale depending on the month the student leaves. Example refund percentages (month of leaving) are as follows: - September–November: 50% refunded of the annual tuition. - December–January: 40% refunded. - February (Primary): 30% refunded; (Secondary schedule shows February–March at 20% refunded; check the relevant year‑group schedule for exact percentage). - March: 20% refunded (Primary); April–July: 0% refunded. - The deposit return is conditional on fee settlement, correct notice and return of school property; refunds can take up to 10 working weeks and international transfer charges for refunds are applied to the recipient. These notice and refund rules are stated separately for Primary and Secondary fee agreements.
Consequences of non‑payment - Failure to pay invoices when due may result in a student being moved to the waiting list (placement no longer guaranteed), withholding of certificates/transcripts, suspension from participation in lessons, referral to debt‑collection, and denial of subsequent year placement until fees are cleared.
Summary of key payment amounts (selected highlights) - Registration fee (one‑time, non‑refundable): EUR 200 per student. - Refundable deposit for new students: EUR 500 per student (applied to first invoice). - Primary (Groups 1–7) annual tuition (100%): EUR 5,330. - MYP (secondary) annual tuition (typical full year): EUR 6,660. - DP annual tuition (DP1 / DP2 full year): EUR 6,740.
(End of fee overview.)
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
ISAlmere Secondary offers the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the IB Diploma Programme (DP), both IB-authorised and CIS-recognised. The MYP provides eight subject groups and prioritises interdisciplinary, holistic development, with MYP classes capped at 24 students. The DP comprises six subject groups plus a DP core; the core includes Theory of Knowledge, an Extended Essay, and Creativity, Activity and Service. A Career-related Programme (CP) exists as a candidacy pathway for 16+ students, combining two DP subjects (DP Business and Management and DP Mathematics: Applications and Interpretations), the CP Core (Personal and Professional Skills, Reflective Project, Language and Cultural Studies (Chinese), Community Engagement), and a Career-related Study in Information Technology via a BTEC Level 3 International Diploma. The CP and DP are designed to prepare students for higher education and international careers.
Curriculum details
International School Haarlem offers the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) in Primary and the Middle Years Programme (MYP), Career-Related Programme (CP), and Diploma Programme (DP) in Secondary. The school is authorized as an IB World School.
Student teacher ratio
Student teacher ratio
MYP classes have a maximum of 24 students.
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Exam results
Exam results
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Exam results
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Higher education progression
Higher education progression
DP has been authorized since 2010 to prepare students for higher education and international careers. The 2025-2028 School Plan notes CP candidacy with a planned launch for 2025-2026, expanding progression options. DP and CP are designed to provide pathways to universities and international opportunities.
Higher education progression
The Next Steps Programme guides students after MYP5. In DP1 and DP2, academic counsellors support university applications, including arranging Go-Abroad Fair visits in Utrecht and providing information on university Open Days, transcripts, reference letters, and predicted grades.
Gifted and talented
Gifted and talented
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Gifted and talented
Inclusivity is provided through Learning Support. The school supports English as an Additional Language, and students who are working at a significantly higher level than age-related expectations, or identified as gifted, may be placed on the Learning Support Register with a tailored plan.
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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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. Personal interview and guided tours: The school invites prospective students and their families for a personal interview to understand each student's needs, strengths, and goals, and offers guided tours to experience daily life and facilities. The admissions approach starts with connection to ensure students feel supported as part of a vibrant community. As an IB World School, the school provides English-language education for students aged 11 to 18.
2. Documentation and application submission: Submit the documents listed in the IGVO registration document for the application, and download and complete the School Fees Financial Obligation form for each child to submit with the application. Click Apply now under Admissions to complete and upload the application form, upload all relevant documents, and pay the application fee. Appointments for interviews are scheduled only after the complete application is submitted with the required documents and the application fee has been paid.
3. Entrance testing and admission decision: Arrange for the student to sit an entrance test if required, and admission officers will be in touch with the student's previous school.
4. Acceptance, placement, and start: After acceptance, parents receive an invoice for tuition to be paid within two weeks, and a place is reserved for the student after payment. Parents receive information about the first day of school in the first week of July or the start date, and the student completes a language profile form to place them in the appropriate language groups. If a child must leave during the school year, four weeks' notice is required, with refunds governed by the school's fee policy; enrolment is possible at any time during the school year if space is available and an entrance test may be required in some cases (notably for DP1 and MYP5).
5. Ongoing arrangements: If relocating within the Netherlands or abroad, notify the school in writing; transfers within the Netherlands typically occur after major holiday periods. The above steps reflect the information published by International School Almere regarding the admissions process, entry requirements for the DP programme, and the general admissions workflow.
Admissions
International School Haarlem offers primary and secondary education in an English-speaking environment and welcomes applications from students worldwide who need international education. Admission follows national regulations for the Dutch International School. A student is admitted if they meet at least one of these conditions: the student has a non-Dutch nationality and a parent working in the Netherlands for a limited time; the student has Dutch nationality and has attended an international school abroad for at least two years because a parent was stationed abroad; or Dutch nationality and a parent who will be stationed abroad within two years of admission for at least two years, confirmed in writing by the employer. Prospective families submit a pre-application via Open Apply; completing the pre-application is required before requesting a school visit. For 2025-2026, there are no spaces left in MYP and DP; there are some spaces in Primary. The school will respond within 10 working days if eligible for admission, and a start date and visit can be arranged. A school visit can be scheduled once the application is complete and the registration fee has been paid; visits are on Tuesday 9:00-11:00 (Primary and MYP1-5), Thursday 9:00-11:00 (Primary and MYP 1-5), and Friday 12:20-13:20 (CP/DP). School visits are available throughout the year, with a 2–3 week waiting time to book a visit. Phone bookings are not accepted. The school offers the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) in Primary and the Middle Years Programme (MYP), Career-Related Programme (CP) and Diploma Programme (DP) in secondary, and is IB World School authorized.
Scholarships
Scholarships
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Scholarships
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Waitlist
Waitlist
For the 2026–2027 academic year, spaces are available across most secondary year levels, with MYP 1 having spaces, MYP 2 having limited availability, and MYP 3 and MYP 5 currently full and operating with waiting lists. CP and DP also have spaces available, while MYP 3 and MYP 5 are on waiting lists due to strong demand. A CP Information Evening is scheduled for March 17, 2026 (18:00–19:30).
