The British School in The Netherlands
International School in Rotterdam
Quick answer
The British School in The Netherlands (BSN) serves 2,450 students from 90 nationalities aged 3 to 18 — among Europe's largest British international schools. With campuses in The Hague, Voorschoten and Vlaskamp, the school combines British curriculum with the IB Diploma at sixth form, accredited by IBO, COBIS, ECIS and CIE — a four-accreditation set. Tuition $16,950-$28,014 per year. Long-established premier choice for British, diplomatic and corporate expat families.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB, British leaving qualifications include IGCSE and A-Levels and IB Diploma.
- Tuition: $16,950–$28,014/yr published in EUR, US$ equivalent.
- 90 nationalities top: The BSN is truly international.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 18 school day starts at Regular school days start at 8:30, with registration at 8:45.
- Accreditations: IBO, COBIS, ECIS plus 1 more.
2,450
90 (The BSN is truly international)
Rolling
IBO, COBIS, ECIS, CIE
IGCSE and A-Levels and IB Diploma
About The British School in The Netherlands
School fees range in EUR valid for the academic year 2025/2026
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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $16,950 – $28,014 |
| Annual tuition (EUR) | 16950-28014 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $24,132(+7%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $25,632 |
| Cost position in Rotterdam | 88th percentile(premium tier) |
IB, British
IGCSE and A-Levels and IB Diploma
IB Diploma IGSE, A levels
We pride ourselves in setting high standards for all our students. Our students work hard and our teaching staff match their efforts in supporting all our students to reach their potential. BSN students continue to achieve amazing results. https://www.britishschool.nl/our-school/sixth-form-16-18-/exam-results
In the Mother Tongue Language Programme we offer classes in Dutch, French, German, Italian and Spanish
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Our staff is extremely experienced in welcoming children and parents from all around the world for whom English is not their mother tongue. We deal with children of all levels, from those who do not speak or understand a word, to those who simply need a little extra support with spelling or grammar.
Regular school days start at 8:30, with registration at 8:45 – Junior Schools finish at 15:00, our Senior Schools finish at 15:30.
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Rotterdam
Mid-rangeSchool Profile
Student Diversity
Very diverse
Common: The BSN is truly international
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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