Montessori School Amsterdam (International Stream)
Bilingual Private School in Amsterdam
Quick answer
Montessori School Amsterdam (International Stream) offers a multi-track Montessori and Local+English programme. Well-suited to budget-conscious families. At $5,000–$8,000/year, it sits below the Amsterdam average — offering strong value. Note: Dutch-English bilingual Montessori education.
Key facts
- Curriculum: Montessori, Local+English taught at Montessori School Amsterdam (International Stream).
- Tuition: $5,000–$8,000/yr published annual range.
- Ages: 4-12 age range accepted.
- Accreditations: AMI, Nuffic TTO verified.
Waitlist likely
AMI, Nuffic TTO
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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $5,000 – $8,000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $7,700(+18%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $9,200 |
| Cost position in Amsterdam | 38th percentile(mid-range) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
Dutch-English bilingual Montessori education. Partially government-subsidized. Registration €300. Annual parental contribution €600-800. Materials fee €200/year. International stream accepts English-speaking families with no Dutch requirement at entry.
Montessori, Local+English
moderate
Recommended neighborhoods
Oud-Zuid, De Pijp, Rivierenbuurt, Buitenveldert
Reviewed by WhereNext against a named source — some fields may be approximate.
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Dutch-English bilingual Montessori education. Partially government-subsidized. Registration €300. Annual parental contribution €600-800. Materials fee €200/year. International stream accepts English-speaking families with no Dutch requirement at entry.
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