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Netherlands, Rotterdam
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Boarding is not offered; after-school care is provided through partnerships with Stichting Kinderopvang Leiderdorp (SKL), Teddy Kids, Catalpa and Floreokids.
No uniform is required. Children wear comfortable, hard-wearing clothing and indoor wear consists of plimsolls, soft-shoes, or slippers.
Children bring their own snack and lunch from home each day; no nuts due to allergies.
Elckerlyc International School is governed by Stichting Montessori Onderwijs Zuid-Holland (MZH), a foundation that oversees several Montessori schools. The MZH has a non-executive board of five independent members and an executive board of one member; Elckerlyc has two directors representing the two schools within MZH. The Joint Participation Council (MR) provides information, advice and approval on policy.
Elckerlyc International School is a private international school in Leiden Leiderdorp, partly funded by the Dutch government to keep education affordable for expat families. It serves students aged 3 to 11 and is a member of The Dutch International Primary Schools (DIPS) and part of Stichting Montessori Onderwijs Zuid-Holland. The curriculum combines IEYC (early years) with IPC (primary), alongside elements of British and Dutch curricula. IPC uses inquiry-based, thematic learning across science, art, design technology, geography, history and health and wellbeing, with Mileposts from Groups 2–7 developing increasingly sophisticated skills. Language support is provided via English Language Learners and Dutch as an Additional Language; ICT devices are in every room. Facilities include a small gym for the early years, De Bloemerd sports hall, a multilingual library, and regular learning excursions plus a three-day camp for Groups 6–7. Music and performing arts feature in concerts. Secondary links exist with Rijnlands Lyceum.
