Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
Approx 200 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
Over 30 different nationalities |
| Native English speaking teachers |
More than 50% of our teachers are native English |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes, we offer English as an Additional Language (EAL) support for non native students |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Dutch and Spanish |
| Max. number of students per class |
24 |
| Average number of students per class |
18 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
No |
| External examinations or assessments available |
International Baccalaureate Middle Years and Diploma Programme |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
ISL has specialized staff |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
From Grades 9 to Grade 11 English tests are performed for non native students |
| Waiting list |
No |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
N/A |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| School start time |
8:30 |
| School finish time |
17:00 mostly for DP students |
| Supervised care before/after school |
No |
| School bus service available |
No |
| School provided lunches |
Yes there is a canteen |
| Uniform required |
No |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Basketball, Volleyball, Art, Model United Nations (MUN), Photography and YearBook. |
| Sports activities included |
From Grade 6-11 Physical Health Education (PHE) is part of the standard curriculum. In Grade 11 & 12 optional Sports & Health Science. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes against other international schools in the Netherlands |
| Facilities at the school |
We have a library, theatre and science labs. |
| Sports facilities at the school |
We have an outdoor sports field with a track, two gyms and a climbing wall. From Grade 6-11 Physical Health Education (PHE) is part of the standard curriculum. |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
We empower our students to grow as compassionate, curious and critical thinkers who discover their purpose. We believe that asking meaningful questions holds greater value than simply possessing answers, and we nurture curiosity as the cornerstone of lifelong learning. Through critical thinking, we encourage students to challenge assumptions and develop well-informed perspectives of their own. Our dedication to positive change manifests through community engagement, where we integrate diverse viewpoints into projects that create meaningful impact in society. Ultimately, our vision is to cultivate responsible lifelong learners who engage confidently with the world and pioneer positive change for a better tomorrow. Ultimately, our vision is to cultivate responsible lifelong learners who engage confidently with the world and pioneer positive change for a better tomorrow. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
We believe that asking meaningful questions holds greater value than simply possessing answers, and we nurture curiosity as the cornerstone of lifelong learning. Through critical thinking, we encourage students to challenge assumptions and develop well-informed perspectives of their own. Our dedication to positive change manifests through community engagement, where we integrate diverse viewpoints into projects that create meaningful impact in society. |
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