
Holland International School offers a rich and engaging learning experience for preschoolers and primary school learners, with a Dutch and English stream and a bilingual preschool program inspired by the International Primary Curriculum (IPC).
The “Language-Plus” Framework: A defining theme of the school is its commitment to multilingualism within a “small-by-design” environment. While the primary language of instruction is English, the curriculum is uniquely structured to treat language acquisition as a daily pillar rather than a mere elective.
A Robust English Foundation: Students follow a rigorous Literacy programme and White Rose Maths. This ensures that reading fluency, creative writing, and mathematical mastery meet or exceed British standards, preparing children for a seamless transition into international secondary education.
Integrated Language Streams: To prepare students for a globalized world, the school offers intensive daily language lessons. Families can choose between Mandarin or French, with pathways tailored for everyone from complete beginners to native speakers. These 45-minute daily sessions are led by specialist teachers and focus on conversational fluency, cultural appreciation, and literacy.
Holistic & Inquiry-Based Learning: The IPC framework connects these linguistic skills to broader themes, encouraging students to take ownership of their learning. By integrating Mandarin and French into the school’s inquiry-led culture, students do not just learn a language in isolation; they apply it to understand diverse perspectives. This approach creates well-rounded “Global Citizens” who possess both the academic rigour of the UK curriculum and the linguistic agility required in an international landscape.
With more than 30 nationalities in a school of just 270 children, Holland International School offers a diverse multicultural environment in a European-style International School. Why not book a tour to find out more?
The English Stream provides a robust academic foundation by blending the UK National Curriculum with the International Primary Curriculum (IPC). This dual framework ensures high standards in core subjects, specifically Literacy, Mathematics, and Science, while fostering global awareness through thematic, inquiry-based projects.
Students aged 1.5 to 12 years.
The school has been around for more than a century, and offers both Dutch and English streams with French and Mandarin also available.
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