Category: Netherlands education system
Netherlands primary school age
Children start primary school at age four (on the day your child turns four, it will go to school). Do you want to find the best solution for your child’s education in the Netherlands? We are educational consultants for education in the Netherlands and can help you find the best solution. Please also read Netherlands primary school […]
Primary education Netherlands explained
Are you navigating the Dutch primary education system for your child? Here’s what you need to know. Do you want to find the best solution for your child’s education in the Netherlands? We are educational consultants for education in the Netherlands and can help you find the best solution. Primary education in Netherlands Children start primary school […]
Primary school fees in Netherlands
Primary schools in the Netherlands do not charge tuition fees. Do you want to find the best solution for your child’s education in the Netherlands? We are educational consultants for education in the Netherlands and can help you find the best solution. Voluntary parental contributions are expected to be paid annually to support activities such as school […]
Schooling in the Netherlands | Navigating the system
In the Netherlands, the pathway of a child in school unfolds through various stages: 📚 Primary Education: A foundational 8-year journey that shapes the early learning experience of children. 🏫 Secondary Education: Depending on the school type, this can range from 4 to 6 years, paving the way for vocational or higher education. 🎓 Further […]
Lunch primary school Netherlands | What you need to know
In Dutch primary schools, it’s typical for students to have a lunch break during the school day. Do you want to find the best solution for your child’s education in the Netherlands? We are educational consultants for education in the Netherlands and can help you find the best solution. How does it work? 🍎🥪 Home-packed lunch: Your […]
What do families need to know about school holidays in the Netherlands?
📚 School holidays in the Netherlands are region-specific, divided into North, Middle, and a South region. Each has its unique schedule, though many holidays are observed nationally. 🔍 The best website to check the school holiday calendar is: https://www.government.nl/topics/school-holidays/overview-of-school-holiday-dates-per-academic-year/school-holidays-2023-2024 🗓️ Additionally, schools have teacher development days when students have a day off—these vary by school, […]
What are the costs for local primary Dutch schools in NL?
Public schools in the Netherlands do not charge tuition fees. Voluntary parental contributions are expected to be paid annually to support activities such as school trips, extracurricular activities, extra material for outside play, Christmas and Sinterklaas activities. Parental contributions vary per school and are usually between € 50-200. Primary schools may charge further fees for […]
What is secondary school in Netherlands?
After group 8, pupils leave primary school for secondary education (voortgezet onderwijs). Do you want to find the best solution for your child’s education in the Netherlands? We are educational consultants for education in the Netherlands and can help you find the best solution. There are different types of the Dutch secondary education: VMBO: preparatory secondary vocational […]
What is a funded international school? | Philosophy
What is a funded international school? In this article you will learn about Dutch International Schools (DIS) for children of mobile families: bilingual programs, global adaptability, fees, and insights into bilingual schools in the Netherlands. Do you want to find the best solution for your child’s education in the Netherlands? We are educational consultants for […]
How to get scholarship to study in Netherlands? | Master, Bachelor, University, PHD
Understanding Scholarships for Higher Education in the Netherlands. While scholarships are available for international students from outside the European Economic Area (EEA), it’s important to understand the specifics of these opportunities. Do want to find the best solution for your study in the Netherlands? We are educational consultants for education in the Netherlands and can […]
Bilingual schools Netherlands | What do I need to know?
Bilingual schools are often the first topic international parents want to talk about, but it’s more complicated than you think. What do you need to know about bilingual schools in the Netherlands? Do want to find the best solution for your child’s education in the Netherlands? We are educational consultants for education in the Netherlands […]
Homework in Netherlands | Primary schools
Dutch school Homework: What parents need to know 🇳🇱 Are you moving to the Netherlands and curious about the homework culture in Dutch primary schools? This is what you need to know: 🎒 In grades 3 through 8, most primary schools assign kids a ‘boekbespreking’ (book presentation) and a ‘spreekbeurt’ (presentation on a subject of […]