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Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Cultural and Language, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Primary School
Introduction
Winford Bilingual Haarlem is a private Dutch primary school (B3) serving children aged 4 to 12. It provides a totally immersive bilingual education in Dutch and English, combining the Dutch National Curriculum with the UK National Curriculum and linking closely to the International Primary Curriculum (IPC). All core subjects are taught in both languages, with two fully bilingual teachers in every classroom to support personalised learning. The program uses IPC projects and field trips to reinforce real-world learning and cross-language thinking, while a diverse cultural programme celebrates Dutch and English traditions. Class sizes are small, with no more than 20 pupils per class. The school prepares pupils for transitions to Dutch secondary education and offers pathways in British, Dutch, or international education. Located centrally in Haarlem within easy reach of bus and train services, it also provides daily lunch and snacks. Winford Haarlem is part of the Winford group today.
Winford Bilingual Primary School Haarlem has 20 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in Dutch, English.
Location
Winford Bilingual Haarlem is located at Korte Verspronckweg 7-9, 2023BS Haarlem, Netherlands. The school is within walking distance from Haarlem bus and train stations, in a quiet area designed for schools. Haarlem is part of the Amsterdam metropolitan area and about 17 kilometers from Amsterdam, a 15-minute train ride; the area is popular with the expat community.
Stages
Primary school. Pupils start from around age 4 and learn in mixed-age classrooms.
Type
Private Dutch primary school (B3) offering bilingual education; Dutch and UK curricula are used and integrated with the International Primary Curriculum (IPC); all core subjects are taught in both Dutch and English.
Pupil Nationality Mix
Dutch and international students; multicultural community.
Country affiliation
Netherlands
Fees
Annual tuition at Winford Bilingual Primary School Haarlem ranges from EUR 19,800 for 2026/27.
Application fees
- Registration fee (application processing): EUR 550 per child, one-time, non-refundable. - Enrolment fee (after acceptance): EUR 1,000 per child, one-time, non-refundable; this fee is not deducted from the tuition and must be paid within three weeks of accepting a provisional offer.
Tuition fees by school year and per term (Winford Bilingual Primary School — Haarlem, academic year 2025–2026)
- Annual tuition (all year groups at the Haarlem bilingual location): EUR 19,800 for the 2025–2026 school year. This annual tuition applies uniformly across year groups at the Haarlem bilingual campus.
- Per-term breakdown (standard three-instalment schedule): - If the tuition is split into three equal instalments with the school's instalment option, the base third of the annual fee is EUR 6,600 (EUR 19,800 ÷ 3). The school charges an additional 3% administration/interest when using the three-instalment option; applying that 3% to the annual fee raises the total to EUR 20,394 and makes each instalment EUR 6,798. Instalment due dates are August 1, November 15 and February 1. - If the tuition is paid in a single payment by the stated deadline, the payable amount is EUR 19,800 (no instalment surcharge). The one‑payment deadline for the 2025–2026 year is before 1 August 2025.
- Pro-rated tuition: Tuition is pro-rated based on the child's actual start date if enrolment occurs after the school year begins. Depending on the enrolment date, instalment arrangements may still be possible (with the same additional administration/interest if instalments are used).
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Application fee is invoiced when the application is received; the application will be processed only after the registration fee (EUR 550) is paid. Enrolment following a provisional offer requires payment of the EUR 1,000 enrolment fee within three weeks of acceptance. - Standard tuition payment options and deadlines for the 2025–2026 year: - Single annual payment: full annual tuition (EUR 19,800) payable before 1 August 2025. - Three instalments: three payments due on 1 August, 15 November and 1 February; choosing instalments incurs a 3% administration/interest charge (see per-term figures above). For the instalment option the school requests a direct debit mandate. - Acceptance window and offer timing: after processing the application, a provisional offer is issued; parents have 10 business days to accept or decline. Failure to accept within that period withdraws the provisional offer. The enrolment fee must be paid within three weeks of acceptance to secure the place.
Boarding fees
- Boarding is not applicable to Winford Bilingual Primary School Haarlem. The school operates as a day primary school with a typical school day (for example, 09:00–15:00 reported for the bilingual campus). There are no published boarding fees for the Haarlem campus.
Other costs and additional charges
- Uniform: There is no school uniform required at Winford Bilingual Primary School; children wear their own clothes. - Meals and basic programme inclusions: The published tuition is described as all-inclusive for the bilingual stream at the Haarlem campus. The all‑inclusive tuition covers language testing, special exhibits, field trips, morning snacks and warm lunches for each child. - After-school care (BSO): After-school care at the Haarlem bilingual location is provided by De Wonderberk; after‑school provision is operated separately and typically carries its own charges set by the after‑school provider. - Other potential additional costs (examples of items that families commonly meet at primary schools, but not listed as separate school fees here): personal supplies, optional external activities, special medical requirements, or any externally arranged services. The school's stated tuition already covers standard school trips and meals.
Refund information and withdrawal terms
- Registration fee (EUR 550) and enrolment fee (EUR 1,000) are explicitly non-refundable. The enrolment fee is not deducted from tuition and remains non-refundable even if the place is later deferred or the family leaves the school. - Withdrawal policy for tuition: Parents must provide two months' written notice to withdraw a pupil. In the absence of written notice, two months' tuition fees will be charged in lieu. Any overdue fees or other charges remain payable on notice of withdrawal.
Academics
Winford Bilingual Primary School Haarlem teaches British Curriculum, Dutch Curriculum, IPC (International Primary Curriculum) for students aged 4 to 12.
Curriculum
Winford Bilingual Haarlem provides a totally immersive dual-language education in Dutch and English. The curriculum combines the Dutch National Curriculum with the UK National Curriculum and is closely linked to the International Primary Curriculum (IPC). All core subjects are taught in both Dutch and English, with two teachers per classroom. IPC is taught in both languages, reinforcing bilingual fluency rather than mere competency. The program prepares pupils for transition to Dutch secondary education and supports pathways in British, Dutch, or international education.
Student Teacher Ratio
Two teachers per classroom provide bilingual instruction. Class sizes are small, with no more than 20 children per classroom.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school provides a nurturing environment where every child's individuality is celebrated and learning is a lifelong journey. The bilingual programme fosters social-emotional development, with research showing bilinguals read social cues better, overcome shyness, and have strong active listening skills. This supports making friends, understanding diversity, and integrating into new environments. Small class sizes and two qualified teachers per classroom (one English-speaking and one Dutch-speaking) provide individualized attention and language support. A Positive Discipline approach emphasizes kindness and respect while remaining firm when needed. The school community includes Dutch and international students and promotes inclusion and cultural understanding.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
All core subjects are taught in Dutch and English. Each classroom has two fully qualified teachers, one English-speaking and one Dutch-speaking, who speak their native languages to students. The curriculum integrates the Dutch national curriculum with the UK national curriculum and the International Primary Curriculum, linking both languages throughout the day. This dual immersion approach supports English language development as an integral part of learning.
Mental Wellbeing
The school emphasizes a nurturing, child-centered environment. Discipline is positive and consistent, modeling kindness and respect. Being bilingual is associated with social and emotional benefits such as better social cue reading, reduced shyness, and stronger listening skills, which support wellbeing. A diverse community of Dutch and international students helps students feel welcome and supported. Wellbeing and personal development are embedded in the school's bilingual curriculum.
Admissions
Admissions
Submit the completed form (Word or PDF) along with school reports and CITO results. For children over five, the school will schedule a trial session via the school director. A non-refundable registration fee of €550 must be paid before Winford Bilingual begins processing the application.
Step 2: Provisional Confirmation The school will email a Provisional Offer once the application is processed. Parents have 10 business days to accept or decline; after this period, the offer is automatically withdrawn, and the process must be restarted.
Step 3: Acceptance Following acceptance, a non-refundable enrolment fee of €1000 per child is due within 3 weeks. Once paid, the school secures the student's placement and issues a formal confirmation of Enrolment. This fee is separate from tuition and is non-refundable regardless of start date or withdrawal.
FAQs
What age range does Winford Haarlem serve?
Winford Bilingual Haarlem serves children aged 4 to 12 with totally immersive bilingual Dutch-English education.
What curriculum does the school follow?
The school combines the Dutch National Curriculum with the UK National Curriculum, linked through IPC. All core subjects are taught in both Dutch and English.
How much are the tuition fees?
Annual tuition is EUR 19,800. Registration fee is EUR 550 non-refundable. An enrolment fee also applies. Lunch and snacks included.
Where is the school located?
Korte Verspronckweg 7-9, 2023BS Haarlem, within walking distance of the city centre and close to the main train station.
How small are the classes?
No more than 20 children per class with two teachers per classroom, one English-speaking and one Dutch-speaking.
Is lunch provided?
Yes, a warm, healthy vegetarian lunch and daily morning snacks are prepared by an in-house cook, included in fees.
Is this the only total-immersion school in NL?
Yes, Winford claims to be the only total-immersion, dual-language primary school in the Netherlands.
How do I apply?
Admission is subject to availability and the child satisfying admission criteria. Contact the school to begin the process.
How many students attend?
Approximately 20 students in a very small, family-like setting.
Is there a parent community?
Yes, the school operates as a family environment with close relationships between staff, children and parents in each classroom.
