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Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Taught languages Dutch, French, German, Spanish
Typical class size 23
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
The British School of Amsterdam provides education for ages 3 to 18, combining Early Years Foundation Stage with British National Curriculum. The school teaches in English and follows the National Curriculum for England, with EAL support and Dutch language provision for Dutch speakers. In Key Stage 3 (Years 7–9) students study subjects including English, Maths, Science, History, Geography, Computing, PE, Music, Art, Drama and PSHE, and choose two languages from French, Spanish, German or Dutch. Key Stage 4 (Years 10–11) offers GCSE program in English Language and Literature, Mathematics and Science, with four additional subjects chosen by pupils. The Sixth Form (Years 12–13) offers A Levels with a comprehensive PSHE core and electives. The school is housed in a building on Havenstraat with wings for phase; facilities include a theatre, sports hall, science labs and music rooms. Extra-curricular activities include sport, music and drama, plus MUN and Duke of Edinburgh.
The British School of Amsterdam has 1,100 pupils, typical class sizes of 23, instruction in English.
Location
Havenstraat 6, 1075 PR Amsterdam, The Netherlands. The school is located in Amsterdam city centre and is accessible by bus and tram with good public transport links. There is no on-site parking; a Kiss & Ride zone exists for quick drop-offs, and bike racks are available on site.
Stages
Early Years (ages 3-6); Junior School (ages 6-11); Senior School (ages 11-18)
Type
British international day school
Additional learning support
The Learning Support department provides support for children with specific educational needs; during admissions each applicant is assessed to determine suitability and support needs; if the school cannot accommodate a child's needs, alternatives are provided.
Country affiliation
Affiliated with the United Kingdom; AoBSO and COBIS members; National Curriculum for England followed.
School day structure
Nursery: 8:45–12:00 and 12:00–15:10 or 8:45–15:10; Reception: 8:45–15:10; Year 1: 8:45–15:15; Years 2–3: 8:45–15:25; Years 4–6: 8:45–15:30; Senior School: 8:40–15:40.
Bus service
No school bus service is offered; travel to school is primarily by foot or bike; public transport links are strong.
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Fees
Annual tuition at The British School of Amsterdam ranges from EUR 9,375 to EUR 21,528 for 2026/27.
Application fee
- A non-refundable application fee of €250 is payable on submission of each application. An application is not reviewed until this payment has been received.
Enrolment fee (one-off, non-refundable)
- When a place is offered, a non‑refundable enrolment fee is due: - Nursery and Reception: €750 per child. - Years 1 to 12: €2,000 per child. - Families transferring from Reception to Year 1 are invoiced an additional €1,250 with the Year 1 school fees. - The enrolment fee is retained if a place is cancelled before the child joins; any school fees already paid will be refunded but the enrolment fee is not returned.
Tuition fees (annual and termly by year group)
- Early Years – Nursery (by number of sessions per week): - Nursery (10 sessions): Annual € 18,750; Term € 6,250. - Nursery (9 sessions): Annual € 16,875; Term € 5,625. - Nursery (8 sessions): Annual € 15,000; Term € 5,000. - Nursery (7 sessions): Annual € 13,125; Term € 4,375. - Nursery (6 sessions): Annual € 11,250; Term € 3,750. - Nursery (5 sessions): Annual € 9,375; Term € 3,125.
- Early Years – Reception and Year 1: - Reception and Year 1: Annual € 19,884; Term € 6,628.
- Junior School (Years 2 to 6): - Annual € 20,277; Term € 6,759.
- Senior School (Years 7 to 13): - Annual € 21,528; Term € 7,176. - For pupils in Years 10 to 13 there is an additional course-related charge of €375 per year to cover GCSE/AS/A Level course expenses, exam invigilation and related items.
Additional educational and support fees
- Learning Support Assistant (full-time support): €44,763 per year (charged in addition to school fees).
- Text books and exercise books are provided free unless lost or damaged; charges apply for damaged or lost items and for any re‑take examinations, which are invoiced separately. Optional trips and extras (for example optional trips or extra‑curricular items) are invoiced separately and are not covered by tuition. Compulsory curriculum trips are included in the school fees; optional trips require full payment in advance. School lunches are not included in the school fees and are invoiced separately on a non‑refundable basis.
- Uniform: Branded uniform items are available for purchase from the school's online uniform shop; non‑branded items must be purchased separately. Branded and non‑branded uniform costs are additional to tuition fees.
Boarding
- The school does not provide boarding; pupils living alone in the Netherlands are not enrolled.
Invoicing, billing schedule and payment terms
- Fees are invoiced annually. Full fees are due for pupils starting at any time from the first day of a term up to the half‑term date; pupils who start after the half‑term break pay half fees for the first half term they attend. Term dates and the full/half term periods are used to determine fee liability. Split payment arrangements are available for parents paying personally: fees may be paid in three equal instalments due on the dates shown in the invoicing schedule (example instalment due dates given for the invoicing year are published with the invoices).
- Bank payment details provided for fee payments: - Account name: The British School of Amsterdam - Account number: 302017178 - Bank name: Rabobank - IBAN: NL13 RABO 0302 0171 78 - BIC (SWIFT): RABONL2U. - Payments are made to the school's bank account (SEPA/IBAN transfer) using the invoice reference so the payment is correctly allocated. Refunds are made to the same bank account from which the original payment was received.
Late payment and debt collection
- If fees or other charges fall into arrears, the school may refer the debt to a collections agency and may refuse admittance until the debt is cleared; all collection costs will be charged to the parent. No school records or reports will be released while fees or charges remain outstanding. Payments received are allocated to the oldest outstanding amounts first.
Leaving the school and refunds
- A full term's written notice is required when a pupil is withdrawn. If notice is received late the school may charge fees for the following term. The enrolment fee is non‑refundable. The deposit (if paid) and any school fee for subsequent terms will only be refunded if the required online notification of leaving has been submitted on time, all fees and extra costs have been paid, and all invoiced sibling amounts are settled. Refunds are normally paid to the original payee bank account and the school aims to process refunds within 30 days of the end of the term in which the child leaves. Specific notification deadlines for leaving are published for each academic year and operate on fixed dates.
Other payment notes
- Compulsory curriculum trips are included in tuition; optional trips, school lunches, certain examination retakes, and some extra‑curricular charges are invoiced separately and are non‑refundable where stated. Any company or employer invoicing arrangements do not remove parental responsibility for payment; the signatories on the acceptance letter remain responsible for timely payment.
Academics
The British School of Amsterdam teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage) for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
The British School of Amsterdam offers the full National Curriculum used in England from age 3 to 18, culminating in GCSEs and A Levels. Key Stage 3 (Years 7–9) includes English, Mathematics, Science, History, Geography, Computing, Physical Education, Music, Art, Drama and PSHE, with pupils choosing two languages from French, Spanish, German or Dutch; English as an Additional Language (EAL) is available, and native Dutch is provided for Dutch speakers. Key Stage 4 (Years 10–11) follows a core GCSE framework of English Language and Literature, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Physics, with four further subjects chosen by pupils; KS3 subjects are offered alongside Business Studies and Media Studies. Sixth Form (Years 12–13) offers A Level courses with a compulsory PSHE core and electives; pupils select up to four A Level subjects and may continue to Year 13 (A2). The curriculum is enhanced by extra-curricular activities in sport, music and drama, and the PSHE programme supports life skills and responsible citizenship.
Exam Results
A Level results 2025: 100% pass rate; 41% of students achieved A or A; 76% achieved A/A/B; 90% achieved A-C; 157 examinations were taken. GCSE results 2025: 100% pass rate; 56% of grades were 9-7 (A/A); 77% were 9-6 (A/A/B); 95% were 9-4 (A-C); 508 examinations were taken. Published: A Level results 14 August 2025; GCSE results 21 August 2025.
Higher Education Progression
University destinations: The British School of Amsterdam prepares students for further study and work opportunities around the globe.
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Admissions
Admissions
1. Determine the Year Group Check the school's comparison chart to find your child's correct year group based on their age as of August 31st. Parents should note that the school does not typically accept applications for Year 11 or Year 13, as these are the final years of two-year examination courses.
2. Submit the Application and Documents Complete a separate online application for each child, uploading required documents like a translated birth certificate, parental IDs, proof of address, and signed school reports in English. You must also disclose any special educational needs and provide relevant professional evaluations, translated and notarised if applicable.
3. Pay the Registration Fee A €250 registration fee per child must be paid within five working days of submitting the application, otherwise the application will be automatically cancelled. If you are applying for a child who is returning to the school, this registration fee is waived entirely.
4. Await the School Reference Once the application and fee are processed, the admissions team will contact your child's current school directly for a confidential academic reference and safeguarding records. You will be notified when this request is sent, but please be aware it can take up to ten working days for the current school to process and respond.
Waitlist
Allocation of places occurs after an offer is made. Parents have three working days to email a scanned copy of the signed acceptance letter; if the signed acceptance is not received within three working days, the child will be placed on a waiting list and the place offered to another family.
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FAQs
What age range does BSA serve?
The British School of Amsterdam serves students aged 3 to 18 across Early Years, Junior School and Senior School on a single Amsterdam campus.
What curriculum does the school follow?
BSA follows the National Curriculum for England, culminating in GCSEs and A Levels. Early Years follows EYFS. AoBSO and COBIS member.
Fees range from EUR 9,375 to EUR 21,528 per year. Application fee is EUR 250 non-refundable.
How diverse is the student body?
BSA has approximately 1,100 students from 56 nationalities. 85% are not British, with over 40 native languages and 75 cultures represented.
Is there a uniform?
Yes, uniform is compulsory for all pupils. Branded items are purchased from the online shop with collection at main reception.
Is there a House system?
Yes, four Houses named after Amsterdam canals: Singel, Herengracht, Keizersgracht and Prinsengracht. Houses participate in sports, academic and community events.
What food options are available?
Appel Catering provides packed lunches and hot meals via half-termly subscriptions or daily orders.
Where is the school located?
BSA is at Havenstraat 6, 1075 PR Amsterdam, in the city centre, accessible by bus and tram.
What extracurricular activities are offered?
The Extra-Curricular Programme includes coding clubs, MUN, Duke of Edinburgh, music tuition, drama productions, art exhibitions and sports teams.
When was the school founded?
BSA was created in 1977 when three families in the Netherlands decided to teach their children together. It is non-profit with no government funding.
How do I apply?
Apply online for the correct year group based on age on 31 August. EUR 250 application fee. Three working days to accept an offer.
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