International School Delft vs The British School in The Netherlands - Senior School Voorschoten
International School Delft and The British School in The Netherlands - Senior School Voorschoten are both in Rotterdam, about 20 km apart. Both schools offer IB programmes, and The British School in The Netherlands - Senior School Voorschoten also offers IBCP, British, BTEC Qualification and EYFS. Published annual fees are €5,430 - 8,225 at International School Delft and €6,780 - 28,014 at The British School in The Netherlands - Senior School Voorschoten, which puts The British School in The Netherlands - Senior School Voorschoten roughly 155% higher. International School Delft takes pupils from 4 to 18, and The British School in The Netherlands - Senior School Voorschoten from 3 to 18. The British School in The Netherlands - Senior School Voorschoten is the larger school, with around 2,100 pupils to International School Delft's 530. Typical class sizes are 15 at International School Delft and 24 at The British School in The Netherlands - Senior School Voorschoten.
IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme), British Curriculum, BTEC Qualification, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Pupils
Pupils
530
Pupils
2,100
Typical class size
Typical class size
15
Typical class size
24
Instruction language
Instruction language
English
Instruction language
English
Opened
Opened
2014
Opened
1979
Bus service
Bus service
No
Bus service
Yes
Essentials
Essentials
Location
Location
Two campuses in Delft, Netherlands: Primary at Jaffalaan 9, 2628 BX Delft; Secondary at Prins Bernhardlaan 5C, 2628 BW Delft.
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
Primary Years Programme (PYP); Middle Years Programme (MYP); Diploma Programme (DP).
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
IB World School offering PYP, MYP, and DP. The school teaches in English.
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
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Pupil nationality mix
Nearly 90 nationalities represented.
Additional learning support
Additional learning support
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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
ISD Primary opens at 08:15; Primary day runs 08:30–14:45 on most days (Wednesday 08:30–12:30); supervision available from 08:15; lunch and breaks include 30 minutes eating time plus 30 minutes of supervised play, and a 15-minute morning snack break. ISD Secondary opens at 08:00; the day finishes vary, commonly 14:00 or 17:15; the building closes at 17:30.
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
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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 fees
- Non‑refundable application / registration fee: EUR 250. - New‑student deposit: EUR 500 (charged once; refundable on lawful departure when school property is returned and there are no outstanding financial obligations).
Annual tuition fees and per‑term breakdown (by programme / year group)
(Note: the per‑term figures above are equal one‑third divisions of the published annual tuition and are presented for per‑term budgeting purposes.)
One‑off and programme‑specific additional charges
- New student expenses (secondary): EUR 70 (includes items such as a hoodie and PHE shirt, yearbook, school photos). Existing secondary students: EUR 30 (yearbook, photos). Similar small event charges apply in Primary. - Technology / MacBook options (secondary): where the school provides a laptop under contract, typical technology charge shown is EUR 475; a differing contract year lists EUR 500; students who supply their own MacBook according to school specifications are not charged the laptop contract fee. Specific amounts depend on the year/type of contract. - MYP activity charges (mandatory for secondary): MYP 1, 3 & 5 — activity day and curriculum‑related day trips EUR 150; MYP 2 & 4 — 3‑day camp and day trips EUR 350. MYP 5 personal project fee EUR 54; IDU fee EUR 54. - DP activity charges (mandatory for DP1): 3‑day camp in August and subject‑related activities EUR 200. - IB examination fees (DP2): EUR 650. - School trips in Primary are charged separately and are payable individually by parents/guardians; various optional or event‑based charges are charged per event. Specialist learning support, after‑school clubs and mother‑tongue lessons are not included in the tuition and are charged separately where applicable.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Invoicing: Invoices are sent by the school's invoicing system (WisCollect) by email; parents/guardians can download invoices and view payment status online. For the referenced academic cycle, invoices are issued at the end of May to current and confirmed incoming families. - Payment timing when joining or leaving: a monthly pro‑rata schedule is applied for students starting or leaving during the school year (the school applies fixed percentage amounts depending on the month of entry or departure). Example percentages for amount payable on joining: August/September 100%, October 90%, November 80%, December 70%, January 60%, February 50%, March 40%, April 30%, May 20%, June/July 10%. Refund percentages on termination follow a defined scale (for example: termination in August–December yields up to 50% refund; January 40%; February 30%; March 20%; April 10%; May–July no refund). These month‑by‑month percentages determine final billed or refunded amounts. - Instalment option: Tuition may be paid in instalments for the school fees only; the maximum number of instalments is up to eight (number depends on joining date). Instalment plans must meet due dates in the school's payment schedule and are confirmed by the school. There is a cut‑off for instalment eligibility for students joining after December of the academic year referenced. Instalment requests are handled by the school finance office. - Non‑payment: Non‑payment may result in referral to external debt collection and additional costs charged to the family; persistent non‑payment may lead to referral of the student to a national public school programme.
Refund information
- Refund schedule on withdrawal: refunds are calculated against the full annual school fee using the month‑by‑month refund percentages. Withdrawals up to and including December will never yield more than a 50% refund; later months yield lower percentages down to 0% for withdrawals in May, June or July. The deposit refund is conditional on return of school property and settlement of all outstanding financial obligations.
Boarding
- Boarding provision: Boarding is not listed as a provision and no boarding fees are published for this school; therefore no boarding fees apply.
Other costs commonly payable by parents
- Uniform / clothing items: New student expenses include a school hoodie and PHE shirt for secondary; any further uniform items, if required, are charged separately or purchased as specified by the school. - School trips, certain mandatory secondary activity fees, yearbooks, photos and specialist services are charged in addition to tuition as itemised above.
Fee payment options and banking details
- Accepted payment channels: online payment via iDEAL (preferred) or by bank transfer to the account indicated on invoices. Invoices are managed through WisCollect. Separate bank accounts are used for Primary and Secondary payments; there is a dedicated bank account for application fee payments. Clear beneficiary/account details appear on the invoice or payment instructions.
Deposit handling and conditions
- The EUR 500 deposit charged to new students is a one‑off charge, transferable if a student moves from Primary to Secondary, and refundable on leaving once school property has been returned and there are no outstanding financial obligations.
Summary of the most commonly budgeted items
- Application fee (one‑off, non‑refundable): EUR 250. Deposit (one‑off, refundable subject to conditions): EUR 500. Primary annual tuition: EUR 5,170. MYP annual tuition: EUR 6,970. DP annual tuition: EUR 7,680. IB exam fee (DP2): EUR 650. Technology contract charge (where applicable): approx. EUR 475–500. Mandatory secondary activity charges vary by year (EUR 150–350). Invoicing via WisCollect; payments via iDEAL or bank transfer; instalment plans available under defined conditions.
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
ISD follows the International Baccalaureate framework, offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for the primary school, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for the secondary school, and the Diploma Programme (DP). The Diploma Programme began in the 2023/2024 academic year with plans to offer the full IB continuum by 2024/2025. The DP core comprises Theory of Knowledge (TOK), Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS), and the Extended Essay (EE); students study six subject groups, with some courses at Higher Level and others at Standard Level, and language options including Dutch, English, and French or Spanish. English is the language of instruction; Dutch is taught as the host-country language; home languages are supported and EAL assistance is available. Language learning is integrated across ISD, with English as the language of instruction and Dutch taught as the host-country language, plus home-language support.
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
Small class sizes in the Diploma Programme.
Student teacher ratio
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Exam results
Exam results
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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 Diploma Programme is designed to prepare students for university and is recognized and respected by leading universities around the world.
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
The International School Delft provides a quality international education in English for children in the Delft/The Hague area. The school welcomes students from the international community of all nationalities, faiths, beliefs and cultures. General criteria for admission are: A) the student does not have Dutch nationality and one of the parents/legal guardians is temporarily employed in The Netherlands; B) the student has Dutch nationality and has lived and attended school abroad for at least two years; C) the student has Dutch nationality and a parent/legal guardian who will be stationed abroad within the next two years for a minimum of two years, supported by a written statement of intent from the parent or employer. The school's programme should be appropriate for the student's needs and the student should be able to benefit from the programme. Admissions process steps: 1. Submit a Registration of Interest via OpenApply; 2. Submit an online application via OpenApply; 3. Submit all required documents (such as previous school records) to ensure the application is complete; 4. Pay the €250 application fee (non-refundable and does not guarantee a space); 5. Attend an interview to get to know the student and to assess the student's needs (a placement test may be requested if necessary); 6. Placement offer when the Head of School confirms the programme is appropriate and a place is available. OpenApply is accessible on the ISD site.
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
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Scholarships
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Waitlist
Waitlist
There may be a waiting list for certain groups. Those groups that are full will be indicated when applying on OpenApply. If you have multiple children and one group is full for a child, contact the Admissions team directly.
