Nord Anglia International School Rotterdam vs The British School in The Netherlands - Senior School Leidschenveen

	N Nord Anglia International School Rotterdam Rotterdam, Netherlands	T The British School in The Netherlands - Senior School Leidschenveen Rotterdam, Netherlands
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €16,300 - 23,500	Fees / year €6,780 - 28,014
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 11 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), IPC (International Primary Curriculum), IMYC (International Middle Years Curriculum), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme), Bespoke Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme), Cambridge A Levels, BTEC Qualification, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Pupils	Pupils 230	Pupils 2,100
Typical class size	Typical class size 17	Typical class size 24
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1959	Opened 1931
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location The school is located at Verhulstlaan 21, 3055WJ Rotterdam, The Netherlands. It is a private international school in Rotterdam. Nord Anglia International School Rotterdam provides door-to-door bus transport to and from the campus, operated by Taxi Wooning V.O.F., with routes planned to minimize journey times. Bus routes are scheduled, with the aim of keeping most journeys to about 45 minutes where possible.	Location —
Stages	Stages Early Years, Primary, Lower Secondary, Upper Secondary	Stages —
School type	School type International private school	School type —
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix More than 230 students from over 35 countries.	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme provides English language support for students from Year 1 to Year 11; EAL support is provided at no extra cost.	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation The Netherlands	Country affiliation —
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure The school day starts at 8:10 am and ends at 3:05 pm. Foundation 1 and 2 finish at 12:00 pm on Wednesdays. Primary students register at 8:10 am, have a 45-minute lunch break, and afternoon pick-up is at 3:05 pm. After-school care and activities are available on campus after the formal day ends.	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details Door-to-door bus transport is provided to and from the Rotterdam campus by Taxi Wooning V.O.F.; the service operates on a fixed schedule with routes and zones, and fees are set according to transportation zones; changes may occur for after-school activities.	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application fee - Application Fee: EUR 200 (one-off, non-refundable). Tuition fees (annual and per term) — Academic Year 2025–2026 - Tuition fees are quoted in EUR for a single academic year (10 months). Annual tuition by year group: - Foundation 1 (age 3): EUR 16,300. - Foundation 2 (age 4–5): EUR 16,300. - Years 1–5 (ages 5–10): EUR 20,650. - Year 6 (ages 9–10): EUR 21,950. - Years 7–9 (ages 11–13): EUR 22,800. - Years 10–11 (ages 14–16): EUR 23,300. - Years 12–13 (ages 16–18): EUR 23,500. (Year 13 students incur additional IB exam charges charged by the IBO on a per-exam basis.) - Per-term tuition (approximate): the academic calendar is organised in three main terms; dividing the published annual tuition by three yields approximate per-term amounts as follows (annual ÷ 3): - Foundation 1 / Foundation 2: EUR 5,433.33 per term (EUR 16,300 ÷ 3). - Years 1–5: EUR 6,883.33 per term (EUR 20,650 ÷ 3). - Year 6: EUR 7,316.67 per term (EUR 21,950 ÷ 3). - Years 7–9: EUR 7,600.00 per term (EUR 22,800 ÷ 3). - Years 10–11: EUR 7,766.67 per term (EUR 23,300 ÷ 3). - Years 12–13: EUR 7,833.33 per term (EUR 23,500 ÷ 3). Additional one-off and recurring fees - One-time Capital Development Fee: EUR 3,000 (charged once per child from Year 1; non-refundable). Payment due in full within two weeks of accepting an offer. - Annual Registration Fee: EUR 1,600 per child (non-refundable). The first year's Registration Fee is due within two weeks of accepting an offer; for subsequent years it is invoiced with tuition. - Learning Support and EAL: - Specialist Learning Support: additional fees apply where specialist learning support is required; costs are calculated case-by-case. - EAL (English as an Additional Language) programme: the school states a comprehensive EAL programme is provided without charge. - Transport (optional, billed annually) — zone-based fees (Academic Year 2025–2026): - Zone 1 (0–5 km): EUR 3,400. - Zone 2 (5–10 km): EUR 4,300. - Zone 3 (10–15 km): EUR 5,200. - Zone 4 (15–20 km): upon request. - Zone 5 (20–25 km): upon request. - Zone 6 (25–30 km): upon request. Boarding fees - Boarding is not offered at this school; the school operates as a day school for ages 3–18. Other costs and extras - The published fees schedule identifies the items listed above. Specialist learning-support fees and IBO exam charges (for Year 13) are additional where applicable. No mandatory boarding fee is listed. No specific mandatory uniform fee is shown in the published fee schedule. Families should expect that optional extras (such as some trips, individual instrument tuition where applicable, and personal items) may be charged separately. Refunds and withdrawal - Refund policy: The school states it does not offer refunds under any circumstances. - Withdrawal notice / deadlines (written confirmation via admissions@naisr.nl): - Leaving in December (not returning in January): notify by 1 October. - Leaving during spring break (not returning in mid‑April): notify by 15 January. - Leaving at the end of the academic year (not returning in August): notify by 31 March. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition fees are calculated on an annual basis and are payable in advance by direct debit. For new students, all fees must be paid in full within two weeks of accepting an offer. For returning students, invoices for tuition and the annual registration fee are issued towards the end of the previous academic year and should be paid by the invoice deadline. The school's published enrolment‑during‑year schedule specifies percentage amounts payable depending on the quarter of enrolment (100% / 75% / 50% / 25%). Fee payment options and bank details - Primary payment method: direct debit / bank transfer to the school's account. The published payment details are: - Account name: Nord Anglia International School Rotterdam. - Account number: 42.60.22.785. - IBAN: NL07 ABNA 0426 0227 85. - BIC: ABNANL2A. - Instruction: include both invoice number and the child's name as payment references to ensure correct processing.	Fee details —
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Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership —	Governance and ownership —
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details IMYC and NAISR Pre-IB Programme are used in the middle years; in the upper years, students choose between the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) or the NAISR High School Diploma, which provides tailored, vocational pathways to higher education. The curriculum is delivered across six core pillars and enhanced by collaborations with MIT and UNICEF via Nord Anglia Education, with further learning through the Nord Anglia University platform.	Curriculum details —
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Exam results	Exam results IBDP points scores are consistently above the global average, and graduates go to top Dutch and international universities.	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Graduates attend top Dutch and international universities, including institutions in the UK, US, and across mainland Europe.	Higher education progression —
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning —	Social & emotional learning —
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language —
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Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding —
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview —	Facilities overview —
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities —	Academic facilities —
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	Extra curricular facilities —
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History —	History —
Community	Community —	Community —
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual —	Academic & intellectual —
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies —
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing —	Lifestyle & wellbeing —
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision —	Language provision —
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
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Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Make an Enquiry Begin by filling out the online enquiry form. The admissions team usually responds within 24 hours to verify available spots, as the school accepts students year-round based on capacity. This is the time to ask initial questions about your child's specific situation. 2. Take a Tour of the Campus You can schedule an in-person visit to view the facilities if you are in Rotterdam. For families relocating from abroad, the school offers personalized virtual meetings or online open days so you can explore the campus remotely. 3. Submit the Application and Documents Complete the online application and upload the required documents, including your child's passport and English-translated school reports (two years for Years 1-12; three years for Year 13). The admissions team will contact your child's current teacher directly for a recommendation form. 4. Complete the Interview and Assessment The school will schedule a brief interview with you and your child, either on-campus or via video call. Depending on age, language proficiency, and academic background, your child may also need to take a test to ensure the school can meet their learning needs. 5. Finalize the Placement Offer If successful, the school will offer your child a place and confirm their year group. Placements are based on the child's age as of September 1st and their academic review. You finalize enrollment by accepting the offer and completing the registration paperwork. 6. Prepare for the First Day The school will send materials to help you prepare for the transition. Students starting in August attend a new student induction day to meet teachers and classmates, while mid-year joiners receive direct guidance from staff to settle into their classes.	Admissions —
Scholarships	Scholarships NAISR offers an Academic Scholarship Programme for students aged 15–18 (Years 11–13). Eligibility requires academic excellence, creativity and personal initiative, involvement in a range of extra‑curricular activities, and a strong regard from current school staff. Scholarships are awarded to top candidates who can meet the demands of the curriculum and contribute to school life, with recipients required to maintain high achievement and engagement. To apply: download the scholarship application form, write a 400‑word motivation letter addressed to the Director and the Director of Admissions and Marketing, and collect school reports from the past three years; deadlines are 15 April for internal candidates and 1 November or 15 April for prospective/ external candidates; email all materials to scholarships@naisr.nl. After submission, you'll receive an automatic acknowledgement; the academic team reviews documents and references, with internal reviews in April/May and external reviews in November (for a January start) and in April/May (for an August start); the top five finalists are invited to an interview and outcomes are communicated within three working days. If successful, the admissions team guides you through the remaining steps. Documentation is kept for up to 12 months in compliance with GDPR. A downloadable Scholarship Form is available on the page.	Scholarships —
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