Netherlands, Amsterdam
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Dutch and English are used for instruction at DENISE. The IB Diploma Programme is taught in English, alongside the Dutch-language VMBO-TL and HAVO programs. Language support options include EOA/ISK and Dutch Language Classes.
DENISE is a Dutch public bilingual school for primary and secondary education with an international focus. In the lower years of secondary education, a three-year brugklas program (transition years) is offered. In the upper years, the Dutch-language VMBO-TL and HAVO exam programs are available, along with the English-language International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB-DP). DENISE has been an IB-World School since 2018.
DENISE offers bilingual instruction in Dutch and English across primary and secondary education. The English-language International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB-DP) is available in upper secondary. Language support for newcomers includes EOA/ISK and Dutch Language Classes.
De Nieuwe Internationale School van Esprit (DENISE) is a Dutch bilingual school for primary and secondary education with an international focus, located at Piet Mondriaanstraat 140. It serves students aged 4 to 18 and offers IPC primary (Dutch-English bilingual) and IMYC secondary (groups 9–11), with the English-language International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB-DP) in the upper years. In the Dutch system, the upper secondary track also includes VMBO-TL and HAVO exams alongside the IB-DP. DENISE has been an IB-World School since 2018 and is part of Esprit Scholen. A brugklas bridge program supports transition in lower secondary. The renovated building houses science classrooms and other modern facilities to support the curriculum, including EOA/ISK/Language classes. Bilingual instruction in primary is three days Dutch and two days English; the DP is taught in English with Dutch as a mandatory subject. Extracurriculars include Debate in theatre, DENISE Oscars Night, DENISE tree, and Participation Council.