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Netherlands, Groningen
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The school offers the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP) for students aged 11-16. The Diploma Programme (DP) is a two-year IB pre-university curriculum for students aged 16-18. The MYP is internationally recognised and used in 100 countries, while the DP is used in more than 150 countries. There is a pathway for Dutch havo-vwo students to join the Diploma Programme, enabling a blended Dutch–international curriculum.
Art & design studios on campus activate students' self-expression, teach workshop skills, and promote problem-solving thinking through design. These facilities support creative work as part of ISG's learning environment.
ISG emphasizes community and belonging as a core part of school life. The school fosters connection through a parent support group, a student council, and an active alumni group. These groups encourage collaboration and ongoing engagement among students, families and staff. This approach helps students develop in a supportive social environment.
Leadership is encouraged through the student council, providing opportunities for student voice and governance. There is an active alumni network that supports ongoing professional connections and mentoring. The school promotes collaboration among students, parents, and teachers to foster leadership qualities and professional growth.
The campus includes three gymnasiums for physical education and sport. Students learn the importance of a balanced lifestyle, teamwork, and perseverance. The campus also features 11 laboratories for science learning and art & design studios that support hands-on, collaborative activities.
International School Groningen (ISG) is an IB World School offering the Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP) for students aged 11 to 18. Instruction is in English, with Dutch language support to aid integration into society. The MYP provides a broad curriculum across language and literature, language acquisition (Dutch and French), individuals and societies, science, mathematics, physical and health education, arts, and design. After completing the MYP, students may transfer to the DP, a two-year pre-university programme conducted in English. The DP core includes Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay, and CAS, alongside six subject groups: language and literature; language acquisition (Dutch and English); economics/global politics/history; sciences; mathematics; and visual arts. ISG sits on campus in Haren near Groningen, sharing facilities with Maartenscollege. The school maintains IB accreditation, class sizes around 15, and plans a 2029 international campus expansion, including a new build and grounds, Villa Esserberg on site.
