Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
We have 240 students in our school in 2018-2019 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
42 |
| Most common nationality |
It's a mixture of nationalities. |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
There are only Dutch students who returned from abroad and have been in international education for at least two years. |
| Native English speaking teachers |
native speakers of English |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Dutch and foreign languages in the MYP classes |
| Max. number of students per class |
22 |
| Average number of students per class |
18 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
We use Ipads and interactive boards. |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No |
| How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
We acknowledge all religions. |
| External examinations or assessments available |
None in the primary department. |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
30 minutes |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
No information yet available. |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes, but limited. |
| Learning support offered |
Support by teaching assistants. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
By adapting the curriculum. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Outside school if necessary. |
| Entry evaluation for students |
No, but we ask for the last two reports. |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Not applicable. |
| Waiting list |
Yes, for some classes. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
No deadline but we place students on a first come first serve bases. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| School start time |
8.30 |
| School finish time |
14.45 on Mo-Tu-Th-Fr and 12.30 on We |
| Supervised care before/after school |
Before and after but organized by a child care organisation. |
| School bus service available |
No |
| School provided lunches |
no |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
No |
| Uniform required |
No |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
The child care organisation offers extra activities. |
| Sports activities included |
We have general PE lessons. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
No |
| Sports facilities at the school |
a PE hall for the reception groups and in the neighborhood a PE hall for the older students |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Passionate about learning!
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| Teaching approach of the school |
The school is proud of its positive learning environment where students are encouraged to realise their full potential and aim high. Through internationally respected and recognised programmes the school involves students in meaningful learning. This means the focus is not only on academic development, but also on learning the skills to become active and engaged global citizens. Students develop their ability to view the world around them with empathy and responsibility. |
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