British School of Amsterdam
International School in Amsterdam
Quick answer
Key facts
- Curriculum: British leaving qualifications include IGCSE and A-Levels.
- Tuition: $12,000–$22,000/yr published in EUR, US$ equivalent.
- Avg class size: 20 (max 24) Amsterdam international school · 1,100 students total.
- 56 nationalities top: British, Indian, American and Dutch.
- Ages: 3-18 school day starts at 8.40.
- Accreditations: BSO, COBIS listed accreditations.
1,100
56 (British, Indian, American and Dutch)
20 avg / 24 max
Rolling
BSO, COBIS
IGCSE and A-Levels
About British School of Amsterdam
The British School of Amsterdam is an international non-profit day school providing world-class learning for children from 3 to 18 years. The school offers a stimulating and caring environment enabling your child to realise their full potential academically and develop the skills and confidence for a fulfilling and responsible life in a changing society.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states meaningful learning-support provision — still confirm it fits your child's specific need.
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
- In-house specialist staff listed
- EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
Questions to ask the school
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- 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.
- Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $12,000–$22,000 |
| Annual tuition (EUR) | 18750-21528 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $17,880(+5%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $19,380 |
| Cost position in Amsterdam | 78th percentile(premium tier) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
English National Curriculum with IGCSE and A-Levels. Registration fee €1,500. Annual materials fee €500-800. Uniforms €300-500. After-school activities €400-1,000/year. Exam fees (IGCSE/A-Level) €500-900.
British
IGCSE and A-Levels
IGCSE, AS and A Levels
In 2024, BSA students at A Level achieved 48% A*/A grades and 97% A/C, and for GCSE achieved 53% A*/A and 95% A*/C.
Dutch, French, Spanish
English as an Additional Language (EAL) and Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Yes
We have an English as Additional Language Programme which offers support to pupils where their first language is not English.
8.40 – 3:30
Yes, but this is an additional cost on top of the school fees.
Yes
Recommended neighborhoods
Oud-Zuid, De Pijp, Rivierenbuurt, Zuidas
At a Glance
Fee Position in Amsterdam
Mid-rangeSchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Very diverse
Common: British, Indian, American and Dutch
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