HSV International Primary School - VNS

Netherlands, Rotterdam

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English, Dutch

Fees €6,990

Ages 5 - 11 years

Pupil numbers 640

Type Co-educational

Opened 1986

Bus Service No

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Academic offering

Curriculum IPC (International Primary Curriculum), British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)

Taught languages Dutch

Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Visual and Creative Arts

Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies

Stages Primary School

Introduction

Situated in the Benoordenhout area of The Hague, the HSV International Primary School's VNS location is housed in an authentic 1920s building that retains many of its original art-deco features. The school teaches a structured program based on the UK National Curriculum for Literacy and Mathematics, combined with the International Primary Curriculum (IPC), ensuring subjects like science, geography, and art are taught through engaging, interdisciplinary units. A distinguishing feature of the VNS location is its size; it is the largest of HSV’s international branches, accommodating up to 280 pupils in classes capped at 20 students to allow for personalized, inquiry-based learning. In September 2025, the campus expanded its offerings by launching a Dutch Bilingual class, further integrating international students with the host country's culture. The VNS location provides a supportive, inclusive setting focused on developing global citizenship.

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Van Nijenrodestraat 16, 2597 RM Den Haag, The Netherlands

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The Essentials

Location

The VNS location is centrally situated in a residential part of The Hague known as Waalsdorp, located within the attractive Benoordenhout area. It is surrounded by various international organizations, making it a highly convenient and appealing location for expatriate families living and working in the city. The campus is also easily reachable by public transport.

Stages

4-11 years (International Department)

Type

Subsidised international primary education (Dutch government funded)

Additional learning support

Pupil support is provided by a Learning Support Coordinator and Learning Support teachers; support focuses on individual needs, including social-emotional development and progress for pupils who may be behind or who are more able.

Country affiliation

Netherlands

School day structure

ID1 to ID6: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday: 08:45 a.m. start; arrival from 08:15; 15:00 p.m. end; 15-minute morning break; 1-hour lunch break. Wednesday: 08:45 a.m. start; 12:30 p.m. end; break times vary by location.

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Fees

Application fee

- A one-time application fee of €150 is payable when the application is completed. This application fee is non-refundable.

Tuition fees (current academic year)

- Annual tuition per child: €6,800. An additional annual lunchtime supervision fee of €190 per child applies. The school fee applies to all year groups (no separate year-group fee levels) and no sibling discount is offered.

Prorated joining amounts (tuition + lunchtime supervision) for families joining part-way through the year

- September (join): €6,990
- October (join): €6,300
- November (join): €5,600
- December (join): €4,900
- January (join): €4,500
- February (join): €3,900
- March (join): €3,200
- April (join): €2,500
- May (join): €1,750
- June (join): €1,750

These prorated figures apply regardless of year group.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Payment frequency: Families may pay annually or in two installments.
- For existing pupils: the school fee for the following year is paid in two installments — the first installment must be paid by 1 May to secure a place for the following year; the second installment is due by 1 November.
- For new pupils: an invoice schedule is issued when a place is offered; the first installment is required to confirm acceptance as described in the invoice schedule.

Account details and fee payment options

- Payment method: Payment is made by bank transfer to the school's account. The provided account details are: STG HSV ID FEES; IBAN: NL87 ABNA 0245720170; BIC: ABNANL2A. No alternative payment methods (for example credit-card payment) are specified in the school's published fee information.

Other costs and common additional charges

- Lunchtime supervision: annual fee of €190 per child (see tuition section).
- After-school and holiday care (BSO): after-school and holiday childcare is provided by independent local providers; parents contract and pay those providers separately and directly to the provider. Charges for after-school/holiday care are set by the external providers and are not included in the school tuition.
- Administration / withdrawal charge: if an existing family withdraws after having paid the first installment for the following academic year but withdraws before 1 August, prepaid fees will be refunded minus an administration cost of €150 per child.
- The school does not offer a sibling discount.

Academics

Curriculum

HSV International Primary School delivers the International Primary Curriculum (IPC). The IPC is based on contemporary brain research and aims to provide a brain-friendly environment that optimises learning. International-mindedness underpins the curriculum, fostering global awareness across HSV pupils. The IPC comprises Mileposts: Early Years Foundation Stage; Milepost One (ID1–ID2); Milepost Two (ID3–ID4); Milepost Three (ID5–ID6). The curriculum framework includes Literacy (England's National Curriculum with The Power of Reading), Mathematics (England's National Curriculum with White Rose), ICT, English as an Additional Language (EAL) with classroom and specialist support, and Host Country, Culture and Language (Dutch lessons). The Social and Emotional Curriculum draws on IPC goals and the Jigsaw programme.

Gifted and Talented

Pupil support includes provisions for more able pupils beyond the regular curriculum. The Learning Support Coordinator and Learning Support teachers coordinate with specialists; the first point of contact is the classroom teacher. Progress is monitored and the curriculum is adjusted to support individual needs.

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Admissions

1. Check Admission Requirements
Children aged 4 to 11 are eligible to apply if they meet specific criteria, such as being non-Dutch nationals with parents working temporarily in the Netherlands. Families must provide employer documentation proving their temporary residence status to qualify. Admission is always subject to seat availability across the four locations.

2. Make First Contact
Parents with questions can submit an optional Registration of Interest form to the admissions team. If you already have all the necessary information, you can skip this step and proceed directly to the formal application.

3. Submit the Admission Application
Apply through the school's online portal by uploading the required documents, which include your child's passport, recent school reports, and written employer confirmation of international mobility. The admissions team will review your file once all documents are submitted, and no student interview is required.

4. Pay the Application Processing Fee
A non-refundable, one-time fee of €150 per child is required before the school will process your application. This payment covers administrative costs and does not guarantee a placement or count toward annual tuition fees.

5. Receive Confirmation
The Admissions Office will acknowledge your application on the portal and officially place your child on the waiting list once all checklist items are complete. Parents can log into the Admissions Portal at any time to track their application status.

Waitlist

After all required items are submitted, the child will be wait listed. You can track the status of your application through the Admissions Portal.

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FAQs

What age range does HSV serve?

HSV International Primary School serves students aged 3 to 13 across pre-school and primary education at four campuses in The Hague.

What curriculum does the school follow?

HSV delivers the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) integrated with EYFS and the English National Curriculum for literacy and mathematics. Dutch language and culture is taught through HCCL.

How much are the tuition fees?

Annual tuition is EUR 6,890 per child (EUR 6,700 tuition plus EUR 190 lunchtime supervision). No sibling discount is offered. A non-refundable application fee of EUR 150 applies.

Is the school government-funded?

Yes, HSV is a subsidised, government-funded international primary school in the Netherlands.

How many campuses does the school have?

HSV operates across four locations in The Hague: Koningin Sophiestraat, Nassaulaan, Van Nijenrodestraat and the Three Little Ships Pre-School in Bezuidenhout.

What are the school hours?

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday: arrival from 8:15, lessons start 8:45, end at 15:00 with a 15-minute morning break and one-hour lunch. Wednesday: 8:45 to 12:30.

What learning support is available?

A Learning Support Coordinator and Learning Support teachers provide individual support focusing on social-emotional development and progress for pupils who may be behind or more able.

Is EAL support available?

Yes, English as an Additional Language support is provided alongside the main curriculum, which is taught entirely in English.

When was the school founded?

HSV International Primary School was founded in 1986 and has served The Hague's international community for four decades.

What is the IPC approach?

The IPC uses brain-friendly learning based on contemporary brain research. It is organised into Mileposts covering Early Years through to ID6, with international-mindedness underpinning the curriculum.

How do I apply?

Complete an application with the EUR 150 non-refundable fee. Pro-rated fees are available for families joining part-way through the year.

How many students attend?

HSV has approximately 640 students across its four The Hague campuses.

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