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Netherlands, Rotterdam
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The school follows the Waldorf curriculum and links subject matter to the developmental stages of the children. Literacy, mathematics and reading are taught in daily lesson periods and in Waldorf main‑lesson blocks; teachers develop many lessons themselves and also use published schemes. The medium of instruction is English, with the Host Country Language (Dutch) taught if their level of English is deemed proficient; an EAL teacher supports pupils new to English. The curriculum emphasizes developing cognitive, physical, emotional and social skills and aims to cultivate independent problem‑solving and imaginative thinking.
The Waldorf curriculum includes handwork, music, eurythmy, form drawing and painting. These arts are integrated with other lessons and used to connect subject matter with creative expression. Artistic education is a core part of the Waldorf approach, and the school emphasises an artistic dimension in learning.
The medium of instruction is English; Dutch is taught as Host Country Language (HCL) if the student's English is deemed proficient. An EAL teacher supports pupils who are new to learning English. Annual celebrations and the cycle of nature are common threads in the curriculum, reflecting both seasonal rhythms and cultural diversity.
Citizenship forms an integral part of the curriculum and is integrated into narrative material, history and nature studies, as well as social‑emotional wellbeing (Four Pillars) lessons. The curriculum supports social and emotional development and prepares pupils to participate responsibly in society. Festivals and school activities foster community and collaboration among students.
The school has a Participation Council that monitors improvement actions tied to a multi‑year plan. A five‑theme improvement agenda runs 2023‑2027, with annual targets and accountability. The school plan is published and accessible to stakeholders, and parents are engaged through sharing resources and participating in school life.
Teachers differentiate the curriculum to meet the needs of all children, with learning support and EAL assistance. Staff policy emphasizes professional development and pedagogical‑didactic actions, and the school maintains a quality culture with ongoing staff development. The school plan outlines targets and is regularly updated to guide instructional and organizational improvement.
All pupils and employees work on the Four Pillars of Wellbeing: Mindfulness, Community, Self‑curiosity and Contentment. The curriculum weaves in annual celebrations and cycles of nature to support wellbeing and a sense of belonging. Wellbeing is reinforced through social and emotional learning, community events and collaborative activities.
The International Waldorf School The Hague is a non-profit international primary school offering the Waldorf Steiner curriculum for ages 4–12. Kindergarten (4–6) emphasizes imaginative play, storytelling, songs and crafts and is non-academic. Primary (6–12) teaches mathematics, language arts, science and history through an imaginative, artistic approach; arts are integrated into all subjects. Students learn to paint and draw, work with beeswax and clay, sing and play instruments, and undertake handwork and woodwork, guided by a class teacher for several years. Outdoor education and seasonal celebrations are core, tied to the Four Pillars of Wellbeing: Mindfulness, Community, Self-curiosity and Contentment. The medium of instruction is English; Dutch is taught by a specialist with EAL support as needed. The school sits near Scheveningen beach, in a campus with a gymnasium, daily outdoor play, and Kindergarten kitchens; a garden and wood structures enrich the environment. An active Participation Council supports school development and a multi-year improvement plan guides governance.
