Compare International Schools in Sittard, Netherlands

UStudy Academy@Watersley is located at Watersley 1, 6132 KA Sittard, The Netherlands, on the Watersley Sports & Talentpark in Sittard, Limburg. The campus sits in a green, purpose-built campus environment with on-site facilities and access to surrounding amenities. Free parking is available on campus. An optional shuttle service to and from Sittard train station is available for an additional fee.

Middle School and High School pathways are offered. The program is designed for students aged 12–20.

International secondary school offering blended learning with online coursework and on-site workshops; it operates as an American day and boarding school with optional on-campus housing for students aged 18+.

SEN support program is available for an additional fee.

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Schedule is Monday–Friday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. No homework; learning happens during the day through projects and collaboration. Lunch is included.

Shuttle service to and from Sittard train station is available for an additional fee.

Boarding is offered as optional independent on-campus housing for students aged 18+ and for small families. Lunch is included as part of the on-campus program.

Lunch is provided on campus; a daily lunch buffet and fresh fruits are available in the classroom.

The Watersley campus offers Middle School and High School pathways with a blended curriculum of online coursework and hands-on workshops, outdoor activities, and community experiences. Learning runs Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–3:00 PM with no homework; projects and collaboration drive daily learning. Daily mentorship and reflection circles support wellbeing, teamwork and personal growth. Practical workshops include nutrition, cooking, music, fitness, yoga, chess and more, with lunch provided. An independent on‑campus housing option is available for 18+ students and small families. Students have 24/7 access to the learning platform, a personal academic adviser, and an online mentor; college counseling and a study-abroad high school program are offered. Tuition includes 3 course credits for January–June 2026 and 6 credits for September 2026–August 2027, with options to transfer credits or enroll in additional credits. The program leads to an Accredited Certificate, Diploma and Transcripts. English and Dutch are spoken on campus; Dutch language options and ESL support are available for an added fee.

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The Watersley Campus emphasizes daily mentorship and reflection circles, with practical workshops in nutrition, cooking, music, fitness, yoga, chess, and outdoor activities, focusing on wellbeing, teamwork, and personal growth.

Dutch as a First Language, Dutch as a Second Language, and English as a Second Language are available for additional fees.

A healthy Body–Mind balance is part of campus learning, with daily lunch and activities designed for wellbeing and community.

1. Submit the Application
Parents begin by completing the online registration form available on the school's website. This initial form gathers basic student and parent details, as well as the child’s educational goals and background. There is no application fee or commitment required at this stage to submit the form.

2. Provide Supporting Documents
After submitting the form, parents must send the required supporting documentation as separate email attachments directly to the Watersley campus email address. The required documents include a copy of the student's passport and proof of English proficiency. The school requires a minimum B1 CEFR English level, and they accept results from free online tests like the EF SET or Cambridge English.

3. Attend an Intake Meeting
The school does not use entrance exams to assess students; instead, they require an individual intake meeting. This meeting is mandatory for all prospective students at the physical Watersley campus and can take place either in person or via Zoom. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the student's needs and begin designing a personalized learning pathway.

4. Review the Personalized Plan and Contract
Following the intake meeting, the admissions team will draft and send a tailored quote and an enrollment contract. Parents will also receive a personalized graduation plan outlining the student's academic track. Parents are encouraged to review these documents carefully to ensure the proposed educational pathway aligns with their expectations.

5. Confirm Enrollment
The final step is to sign the enrollment contract and complete the tuition payment. Submitting this payment officially confirms the student’s enrollment and secures their spot at the academy. The school also notes that parents can contact them to discuss flexible payment or enrollment options if needed.

UStudy Academy does not currently advertise any formal scholarship or financial aid programs.

UStudy Academy does not currently indicate that they operate a waitlist or pool system. They utilize an open, rolling enrollment policy, which allows families to apply and enroll at any time throughout the year. The school explicitly states that they do not rank students prior to entry, focusing instead on whether the student meets the basic English proficiency requirement and demonstrates a willingness to learn.