Education and family

Find information on essential family matters, such as daycare, child allowance and the right school for your child, with information on international primary and secondary schools for English-speaking and bilingual students.

Schools and education in the Amsterdam Area

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International schools in the Amsterdam Area

International education vs. Dutch schools

Preschool

Primary school

Secondary School

Information & resources for families in Amsterdam

Child benefit

Daycare

Out-of-school Care (BSO)

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Births, deaths and marriages

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Schools and education in the Amsterdam Area

Find the right school

International schools in the Amsterdam Area

International education vs. Dutch schools

Preschool

Primary school

Secondary School

Further reading on schools

Newcomers' classes for primary school children

International native language schools

Tips for helping your child adjust to a new school

Going local: Dutch public schools for expat families

Understanding the Dutch school system