Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
2450 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
90 |
| Most common nationality |
The BSN is truly international |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Our class teachers are native English speakers. |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Our staff is extremely experienced in welcoming children and parents from all around the world for whom English is not their mother tongue.
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| Additional language classes offered by the school |
In the Mother Tongue Language Programme we offer classes in Dutch, French, German, Italian and Spanish |
| Max. number of students per class |
The average class size in the Junior Schools is 24.
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| Average number of students per class |
The average class size in the Junior Schools is 24.
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| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Our aim is for all of our students to receive quality teaching and learning. To accomplish this our Teaching Assistants support the delivery of learning activities (especially in Foundation Stage, Year 1 & Year 2). |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
The BSN uses Microsoft Surface Pros for students and staff (in senior schools). We ensure students understand e-Safety and responsible use and consequences to any digital learning device that is used in the school. |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
The British School in The Netherlands is a secular school. We recognise that many students 'own' a faith, but we do not promote any one faith. |
| How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
We recognise the significance of religion in many people's lives by celebrating and explaining the meaning of various religious festivals. Any teaching about religion takes place to help children develop their understanding and respect for the beliefs of others. |
| External examinations or assessments available |
IB Diploma
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| Results in these examinations |
We pride ourselves in setting high standards for all our students. Our students work hard and our teaching staff match their efforts in supporting all our students to reach their potential. BSN students continue to achieve amazing results. https://www.britishschool.nl/our-school/sixth-form-16-18-/exam-results |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes. |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
The amount of homework depends on the Year group. |
| Waiting list |
No. There is no waiting list for the British School. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
Children in Years 1 to 9 can start at all times. Please check the school age table.
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| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes. we do with the exception of students in Years 10 and 12: Latest date to join is the first week of spring term (early January). |
| School start time |
Regular school days start at 8:30, with registration at 8:45 |
| School finish time |
Junior Schools finish at 15:00, our Senior Schools finish at 15:30. |
| Supervised care before/after school |
The BSN works closely with Zein International Childcare. Besides offering Day Care (3 months - 4 years), Zein offers After School and Holiday Care (ages 3 years – 12 years) services to current (and future) BSN families of all three junior schools. |
| School bus service available |
Yes. We offer a flexible two-way service with minibus or coach. Foundation 1 children can not use the school bus. |
| Uniform required |
Yes, all students at the BSN wear a school uniform, except in Year 13. |