International School Twente
International School in Enschede
Quick answer
International School Twente offers a multi-track IB and British programme. Well-suited to budget-conscious and boarding families. Tuition of $4,500–$7,186/year is in line with Enschede averages. Graduates leave with IGCSE and IB Diploma.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB, British leaving qualifications include IGCSE and IB Diploma.
- Tuition: $4,500–$7,186/yr published in EUR, US$ equivalent.
- Avg class size: 16 (max 24) Enschede international school · 85 students total.
- 35 nationalities expat-heavy mix.
- Ages: Ages 4 to 18 school day starts at Primary: 8:30 Secondary: 8:15.
- Accreditations: IBO verified.
85
35
16 avg / 24 max
Available
IBO
IGCSE and IB Diploma
About International School Twente
The International School Twente provides eudcation for families residing for short to intermediate length in the Netherlands. It is located in Enschede in the province of Overijssel. IST consists of a primary and secondary school for students from 4 - 18 years old.
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.
- EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Learning-support provision not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
- —In-house specialist staff not listed
Questions to ask the school
- What in-house learning-support specialists do you employ (SENCo, learning-support teachers, speech & language therapist, occupational therapist), and what is each one's caseload?
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $4,500 – $7,186 |
| Annual tuition (EUR) | 4500-7186 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $7,043(+21%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $8,543 |
IB, British
IGCSE and IB Diploma
IGCSE, IB Diploma
Dutch, German, Spanish
unknown
English as an Additional Language is offered
Primary: 8:30 Secondary: 8:15 – Primary: 15:00 (Wednesdays and Fridays - 12:30) Secondary: 16:10
Students bring their own lunch to school and healthy eating is promoted. At IST secondary there is also a cafeteria.
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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Fee Position in Enschede
Mid-rangeSchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Highly diverse
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