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Netherlands, Amsterdam
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Academic Clubs include coding, study skills, homework support, and subject-specific clinics. These clubs are part of the Extra-Curricular Programme's Academic Achievement category. They offer opportunities to develop study strategies and deepen understanding in specific subjects. Participation supports academic enrichment.
Arts opportunities include painting, design, sculpture, photography, and creative film. Performance opportunities include drama productions, musical theatre, dance, and musical ensembles. These activities foster artistic skill development and creative expression as part of the Arts & Creative and Performance offerings.
Sports include football, basketball, cricket, badminton, table tennis, netball, and volleyball. Arts opportunities include painting, design, sculpture, photography, and creative film, while Performance includes drama productions, musical theatre, dance, and musical ensembles. These activities foster social connections and opportunities to collaborate with peers. They contribute to a vibrant after-school life and shared interests among students.
Service & Community includes Model United Nations (MUN) and the Duke of Edinburgh Award. These activities provide opportunities for students to engage in service, teamwork, and personal development. The Service & Community area strengthens the school's sense of community by linking students with meaningful projects.
Engaging in the ECP develops life skills such as teamwork, leadership, and resilience. MUN and the Duke of Edinburgh Award are part of the Service & Community offerings. A range of activities across sports, arts, and wellbeing supports collaborative work and peer interaction. These experiences contribute to holistic development within the school day.
Wellbeing activities include cooking club, wellbeing crafts, and yoga for younger students. These activities promote wellbeing and balance as part of the Extra-Curricular Programme. Wellbeing is one of the five key areas of the ECP alongside Active & Sports, Arts & Creative, Academic Achievement, and Service & Community. Participation supports a healthy, well-rounded student experience.
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.
