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Amsterdam International Community School (AICS)

International School in Amsterdam

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Quick answer

Amsterdam International Community School (AICS) is a Dutch international primary and secondary school offering IB education in English across two Amsterdam campuses (South and Sandcastle/SE), operating as one school with shared curriculum and values. AICS is accredited by IBO and CIS. Admissions are moderate; best suited to internationally mobile families wanting Dutch state-supported IB pathway at well-below-private-tier pricing.

Key facts

  • Curriculum: IB leaving qualifications include IB Diploma.
  • Tuition: $8,000–$14,000/yr published annual range.
  • Ages: 4-18 age range accepted.
  • Accreditations: IBO, CIS listed accreditations.
IBAges 4-18English$8,000–$14,000/yr(2025-2026)
Est. all-in: $12,200/yr(+11%, modeled)Above average in AmsterdamModerate admissions
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Class Size

Not published

Admissions

Waitlist likely

Accreditations

IBO, CIS

Qualifications

IB Diploma

ibmid-range-costinternationally-mobile

Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)

Special educational needs (SEN)Stated
English as an additional language (EAL)Not published

This school states some support, but key details aren't published — confirm the gaps below before applying.

Why this matters

Special-needs provision at international schools varies widely and is rarely guaranteed by the school itself — and local legal duties differ by country. Confirm what this school provides, in writing, before you commit.

  • Learning support: moderate

Not published

  • —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
  • —EAL/ESL support for non-English speakers not stated
  • —In-house specialist staff not listed

Questions to ask the school

  1. Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
  2. What level of English is required for entry, and what EAL/ESL support is provided for a child still learning English?
  3. Can you support a child with my child's specific need (e.g. dyslexia, ADHD, autism), and have you done so this year? Ask for concrete examples.
  4. Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
  5. Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
Annual fees and costs for Amsterdam International Community School (AICS)
ItemAmount
Annual tuition (USD)$8,000–$14,000
Fee year2025-2026
Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate$12,200(+11%)
Est. first-year total (modeled)$13,700
Cost position in Amsterdam54th percentile(above average)

Hidden costs & fee notes

Partially government-subsidized — significantly lower fees than fully private international schools. IB MYP and DP. Registration €500. Materials levy €300-500/year. School trip contributions €200-600/year.

Curriculum

IB

Leaving qualifications

IB Diploma

Learning support

moderate

Recommended neighborhoods

Zuid, Buitenveldert, Rivierenbuurt, Amstelveen

Verified: 2026-04-26Data source: manual+webConfidence: highData completeness: 46%2 named sources

At a Glance

Fee Position in Amsterdam

Mid-range
Median
$1,449$8,000–$14,000$27,584

Class size: Not published

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