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Netherlands, Amsterdam
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GMIS offers three learning pathways: Vermeer Learner (Mainstream), Rembrandt Learner (Inclusive Support), and Piet Mondrian Learner (Intensive Support). GMIS provides education for preschool and primary students, with the age range 3–12 years. The medium of instruction is English, with additional language classes in Dutch or French taught twice weekly. Rembrandt Learner and Piet Mondrian Learner fall under Passend Onderwijs (Appropriate Education). The Admissions Process page directs to an Admission Form 2024-2025, which lists Academic Year of Entry options: 2024-2025, 2025-2026, Trio 1, Trio 2, Trio 3. The Admission Form requires the following documents: a completed application form; previous school reports; vaccination/immunization history; copies of passports; Learning Support Assessments; copies of the applicant's passport; copy of valid resident permit; copies of academic records in English; passport-sized photo. It also requires a €450 registration fee and includes consent and health information; an application will not be processed until all documents are received. The school's contact information is listed on the form for inquiries.
Gifted Minds International School (GMIS) is the international school in Hoofddorp, adjacent to Schiphol Airport, serving ages 3 to 16. It offers International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) with Cambridge Primary and Cambridge Secondary curricula. The medium of instruction is English, with Dutch or French language classes taught twice weekly. The campus covers about 2,000 square meters in former office building converted into a learning environment for students. GMIS emphasizes inquiry-based learning across age groups and runs three Learning Pathways—Vermeer Learners, Rembrandt Learners, and Piet Mondrian Learners—to balance academic study with creativity. Facilities include a library with books in nine categories and specialist teachers in PHE, Art, Music, Library, STEAM, IT, EAL and Drama. Extracurricular activities take place on Wednesdays, offering sports and arts such as Zumba, Pottery, Mosaic Art and Film Production. A 12:1 student‑teacher ratio operates. The school embraces inclusivity and supports neuro-divergent learners within its wellbeing framework.
