Laar & Berg International School
International School in Amsterdam
Quick answer
Laar & Berg International School follows the British National Curriculum with IGCSE and A-Level pathways. Tuition of $8,000–$14,000/year is in line with Amsterdam averages. Note: British curriculum.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British taught at Laar & Berg International School.
- Tuition: $8,000–$14,000/yr published annual range.
- Ages: 4-18 age range accepted.
- Accreditations: BSO, COBIS, IBO verified.
Rolling
BSO, COBIS, IBO
About Laar & Berg International School
Ben je op zoek naar een middelbare school met tweetalig havo en vwo? Laar & Berg in Laren biedt Engelstalig onderwijs vanuit het International Baccalaureate.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
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
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- What level of English is required for entry, and what EAL/ESL support is provided for a child still learning English?
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $8,000 – $14,000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $12,200(+11%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $13,700 |
| Cost position in Amsterdam | 57th percentile(above average) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
British curriculum. IGCSE and A-Level pathway. Located in Laren (~35 min by car from Amsterdam). Registration €750. Annual materials levy €400-600. Small class sizes in a leafy village setting popular with expat families.
British
moderate
Recommended neighborhoods
Laren, Blaricum, Huizen, Hilversum
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British curriculum. IGCSE and A-Level pathway. Located in Laren (~35 min by car from Amsterdam). Registration €750. Annual materials levy €400-600. Small class sizes in a leafy village setting popular with expat families.
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