Quick summary of key school information
School details
Number of students |
50 |
Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
Language support for students not fluent in English |
Extra English support |
Additional language classes offered by the school |
Dutch |
Average number of students per class |
12 |
Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes |
Student access to education psychologist |
Yes |
Entry evaluation for students |
Assessment |
Brief description of entry evaluation required |
The moment your child starts at Florencius, the school will start the assessment procedure. The school's internal coach, together with the teachers, will observe your child, do tests (intelligence test) and have interviews in order to assess the educational needs of your child and make a personal development plan. This plan will be presented to you and discussed with you after the assessment. |
Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
School start time |
8:25 |
School finish time |
15:30
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Supervised care before/after school |
After-school care is not a standard part of the daily program at Florencius. After-school care can be arranged from 3.30 p.m. – 6.00 p.m (not on Wednesdays). |
School bus service available |
No |
School provided lunches |
Yes |
Sports activities included |
Physical education |
Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Florencius International (Primary) School opened its doors on the premises of the Dutch Florencius School in Amstelveen. Children aged between 5-12 with an international background are welcome to follow an international education.
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Teaching approach of the school |
Care at Florencius is characterized by customized education; the school's aim is excellent quality. Florencius offers a versatile, authentic learning environment with an optimal balance between different education methods, levels and special guidance where needed. Every child is unique and needs education that fits its own talents and challenges perfectly. |