Netherlands, Rotterdam
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ISL is a Language Friendly School that recognizes multilingualism and seeks an inclusive language environment. It emphasizes language access as part of its learning community. There is English as an Additional Language (EAL) support for students who do not speak English.
International School Leiden is a welcoming primary school in Leiden, welcoming students from age 2 to 11 and offering a pathway from early years through primary. The curriculum combines the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) for Early Years and the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) for primary in a language-friendly environment, with additional maths and language supports. The campus at Van Vollenhovenkade 15 provides flexible spaces for inquiry, collaboration and exploration, with a park and sports facilities within easy reach. The school uses White Rose Maths, IXL Learning and Jigsaw PSHE to support subject learning and well-being, while Code4Kids introduces coding concepts from an early age. IS Leiden emphasises inquiry-based learning and ongoing assessment to inform teaching. It draws on Leiden's tradition of religious freedom and tolerance, framing freedom and responsibility as core values in educating compassionate, global citizens. An on-site Dutch preschool and an after-school programme extend learning beyond classrooms.