International School Hilversum Alberdingk Thijm
International School in Amsterdam
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Key facts
- Curriculum: IB taught at International School Hilversum Alberdingk Thijm.
- Tuition: $9,000–$16,000/yr published in EUR, US$ equivalent.
- Avg class size: 22 (max 25) Amsterdam international school · 85 students total.
- 51 nationalities top: Dutch, British, Indian and US.
- Ages: 4-18 school day starts at 08:30 for both Primary and Secondary School..
- Accreditations: IBO, CIS listed accreditations.
85
51 (Dutch, British, Indian and US)
22 avg / 25 max
Rolling
IBO, CIS
About International School Hilversum Alberdingk Thijm
The International School Hilversum “Alberdingk Thijm” is a long standing, highly experienced IB World School, offering three programmes and catering for all ages from 4 to 19 years. We are one of only a handful of select schools in Northern Europe to offer the continuum of all three programmes and so are able to bring the full IB experience to our students.
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
- Educational psychologist available
- EAL/ESL support listed
Questions to ask the school
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $9,000–$16,000 |
| Annual tuition (EUR) | 4030-5745 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $13,400(+7%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $14,900 |
| Cost position in Amsterdam | 62th percentile(above average) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
IB MYP and DP. Partially subsidized by Dutch government. Located in Hilversum (~25 min by train). Registration €750. Materials fee €400/year. School trips €300-600/year.
IB
All students work towards the IB Diploma Programme exam.
Over the past five years, the average pass rate has been around 98 to 100%, with students scoring an average close to 32 points on their diploma.
We offer French, Spanish and Dutch in the Secondary School. The Primary School offers Dutch.
Additional support is available in Mathematics (ASM) and English (EAL) up to Grade 10. As mentioned, the school has access to professional staff, including a psychologist and behaviour specialist. The Mentor Programme at the school is comprehensive and led by a professional team.
The school has an Inclusion Coordinator, who is responsible for managing the special need of students. We have access to professional staff, including a psychologist and behaviour specialist. In the classroom, there is limited support for students with special needs, although recommendations by professionals are followed. Training for certain conditions, such as dyslexia, is the responsibility of parents. The school has a strong support network focussed around the well-being of students. During the application process, parents are required to indicate any known special needs, giving us the opportunity to assess, alongside the parents, the best course of action.
Yes, we offer English as an Additional Language support sessions in the timetable to all Primary and Secondary students (up to Grade 10). Additional support is also available in the Diploma Programme under special circumstances.
08:30 for both Primary and Secondary School. – 15.30 for the Middle Years Programme. Occasionally, Diploma Programme students will finish at 17.00. In the Primary School, students finish at 14.30 or 15.00. On Wednesday, the Primary School finishes at 12.35.
There is a canteen which serves a limited selection of healthy and quality food. Primary students are requested to bring their own healthy lunch and snacks.
Upon request
Recommended neighborhoods
Hilversum, Bussum, Naarden, Laren
At a Glance
Fee Position in Amsterdam
Mid-rangeSchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Very diverse
Common: Dutch, British, Indian and US
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