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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 […]
How much does education cost in the Netherlands?
Understanding Education Costs in the Netherlands 🇳🇱 Is a family considering the Dutch education system for their child? Here’s a quick breakdown of what they can expect in terms of costs: 🏫 Primary Education: Absolutely free! But schools appreciate a voluntary contribution (€60-€400 annually) for festivities like Sinterklaas/Easter or swimming lessons and school trips. 🏫 […]
Waiting list school Netherlands | What I need to know
Many believe finding schooling in the Netherlands is challenging because there might be long waiting lists. Others think schools can be arranged in advance, but don’t consider that you need a Dutch address if you’re heading to a local Dutch school/language class. The waiting list is in reality a bit more nuanced. The reality about […]
What is the best school in the Netherlands?
We understand you would like to find the ‘best’ school for your child. This is the first question internationals always ask us. But are you aware that you should try to look for a school with experience with ‘Dutch as a second language’ rather than a very high-end test score (like CITO)? High CITO or […]
Dutch school or international school? | 4 tips
Considering a move to the Netherlands? What is the best option for your child: a Dutch or an international school? Here are a few tips to help: This depends on how long you are planning to stay in the Netherlands. It also depends on the age of your child. Going to a Dutch school means […]
Things to know before moving to the Netherlands | School and education
Moving to the Netherlands is a big step. School/Education for your child(ren) is one of the most important things you need to arrange. You want to make sure you choose the best school for your kid(s). In this article, you can read why and what you need to know about school/education before you move to […]