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Taught languages Dutch, English, French, German, Spanish
Typical class size 26
Strengths Sport, Languages, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Community and Service, Leadership and Professional, Social and Hobbies
Stages Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
International School Wassenaar (ISW) is part of Rijnlands Lyceum Wassenaar (RLW) in the Netherlands. The school offers the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP) for students aged roughly 11 to 18. The RLW foundation, established in 1936, operates eight Dutch schools and collaborates with five abroad. In 2025 a new wing opened on the RLW campus to accommodate the International School. The campus lies in a leafy area near The Hague and Leiden, and it provides a warm, safe, supportive environment. Dutch is a subject within the IB curriculum, while all other subjects are taught in English. The school prepares students for university and higher vocational education. CAS is central to the DP, with activities such as the International Fair. ISW runs after-school clubs, a calendar of sports and trips, exchanges, a mentor programme, and a house system to foster leadership, wellbeing, and engagement globally today.
Backershagenlaan 5, 2243 AB Wassenaar, The Netherlands
The Essentials
International School Wassenaar - Rijnlands Lyceum has 360 pupils, typical class sizes of 26, instruction in English.
Location
The International School Wassenaar is located at Backershagenlaan 5, 2243 AB, Wassenaar, The Netherlands. It is part of the Rijnlands Lyceum Wassenaar campus. The admissions contact is +31 (0)70 512 18 00 and admissions@rijnlandslyceum-rlw.nl.
Stages
The school offers the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (DP).
Additional learning support
The school provides Basisondersteuning (basic support) available to all students, with a three-tier support system (Ondersteuningslijnen 1–3) including teachers, mentors, a Passend Onderwijs coordinator, and external care providers. It includes language and learning support (e.g., dyslexia) and individual handelingsplannen; a ZorgAdviesTeam (ZAT) coordinates care and there are confidentiality processes.
Country affiliation
The Netherlands
School day structure
The regular timetable runs from 08:25 to 16:15, with a morning break 10:40–11:00, lunch 12:30–13:00 and an afternoon break 14:30–14:45. A shortened timetable is used during teacher report weeks.
Fees
Annual tuition at International School Wassenaar - Rijnlands Lyceum ranges from EUR 8,400 to EUR 9,600 for 2026/27.
Application fee
- A non-refundable application fee of EUR 300 is payable at the time of application.
Tuition fees
- MYP1–MYP5: EUR 8,400 per year. - DP1–DP2: EUR 9,600 per year.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition is charged annually in advance. Fees can be paid in full up front or in three instalments.
- The school issues the billing under a school-fee agreement for payment; instalment schedules and due dates are set in that agreement and by the school.
Deposit and refund-related terms
- A refundable placement deposit of EUR 500 is required before a student can be placed. The deposit is refunded when a student leaves after all loaned books are returned and any outstanding charges have been settled.
- A minimum of 60 days' notice in writing is required to withdraw a student. Unless full notice is given, fees will continue to be charged and the deposit may not be returned in accordance with the school's standard terms and conditions.
Other costs and compulsory extras
- Compulsory trips and activities: Additional costs apply for compulsory, curriculum-linked trips and activities; parents will be informed of these costs at the start of the year.
- Compulsory PHE (PE) kit: All students must purchase the compulsory PE kit from the school's supplier (MKH Business).
- Compulsory laptop: All students must either rent or purchase a specified Dell Latitude 3140 2‑in‑1 laptop via the school's supplier (The Rent Company / Easy4u Nederland).
- Special assistance: If a personal educational assistant is required, parents/guardians are responsible for the costs.
- Other optional costs: Non-compulsory trips, optional extracurricular activities (music, sports clubs, exchanges) and examination fees (where applicable) are charged separately and notified to parents.
Refund information
- The application fee (EUR 300) is explicitly non-refundable.
- The placement deposit (EUR 500) is refundable on departure provided all school property is returned and outstanding charges are paid. Failure to provide full withdrawal notice may affect whether the deposit is returned.
- Tuition refunds on mid-year withdrawals are governed by the school's standard terms and conditions and the withdrawal notice requirement; parents should note that fees continue to be charged unless the required notice is given.
Academics
International School Wassenaar - Rijnlands Lyceum teaches IB (MYP), IB (DP) for students aged 11 to 18.
Curriculum
The school teaches the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.
Higher Education Progression
The school prepares students for university and higher vocational education.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Submitting an application. To start the admissions process, complete the application form. Include documents: a recent passport-sized photo of the child, a copy of the child's passport, copies of the most recent school reports, and any formal testing or learning support documentation if applicable. There is a non-refundable €300 administration fee payable at the time of application. Payment does not guarantee a place.
2. Processing the application. After submitting, you receive a confirmation email with instructions to log in to your admissions account, which must be used within seven days. In the account's checklist you will find the Pupil Information Request (PIR) Form; provide the name and email of a representative from your child's previous school and send via email. The school reviews the submission and Programme Coordinators decide whether the school can benefit your child. A complete application is required for consideration; you will receive reminders about missing information.
3. Confirmation of Place. If a good match is identified, the Confirmation of Placement Letter and the School Fee Agreement Form are provided in the Application Cabinet and sent by email. The School Fee Agreement Form must be signed and returned within seven days after the offer is sent. For questions, contact the admissions team.
4. Enrollment. After signing the School Fee Agreement, the child is entered into the administration system and officially registered. You will receive a confirmation letter with the start date and time.
FAQs
What age range does ISW serve?
International School Wassenaar serves students aged 11 to 18 with the IB Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme.
What curriculum does the school follow?
ISW offers the IB MYP and IB Diploma Programme as part of Rijnlands Lyceum Wassenaar, with a bilingual Dutch/English pathway also available.
How much are the tuition fees?
Fees range from EUR 300 to EUR 9,400 per year. A non-refundable application fee of EUR 300 applies.
Where is the school located?
ISW is at Backershagenlaan 5, 2243 AB Wassenaar, near The Hague and Leiden in a picturesque setting.
Is there a House system?
Yes, four houses: Aquila, Delphinus, Lupus and Ursa. Students are placed on enrolment to foster community and healthy competition.
How many students attend?
ISW has approximately 360 international students within the broader Rijnlands Lyceum Wassenaar campus.
Is there a canteen?
Yes, the cafeteria provides sandwiches, snacks and drinks. Students may also bring packed lunches.
Is there a uniform?
No uniform is required, though PHE lessons require a PHE uniform.
What are the school hours?
The regular timetable runs 08:25 to 16:15 with morning, lunch and afternoon breaks.
Is there a bilingual pathway?
Yes, the Rijnlands Lyceum offers a two-way bilingual (TTO) programme with about 60% of lower-year lessons in English.
How do I apply?
Complete the application form with a passport photo, previous school reports and passport copy. Non-refundable application fee of EUR 300.
When was ISW established?
ISW was established in 2019 as part of the Rijnlands Lyceum Foundation, which dates from 1936.
