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A Warm Welcome to The British School in the Netherlands (BSN)! Thank you for considering the BSN for your child.
Admissions Process | Our Admissions Team | Practical Information
Since we first opened our doors, we have had the privilege of welcoming thousands of families into the BSN community.
A Place Where Families Have Put Their Trust Since 1931.
We know that choosing a school for your child is a significant decision.
Whether you are moving from down the road or from across the world, our dedicated Admissions Team is here to make your family's journey a positive one.
We look forward to getting to know you.
Your Journey Starts Here
Admissions Process
At the BSN, we are a non-selective school and welcome applications from students of all abilities throughout the year. We currently have availability in all year groups.
A simple, three-step path to explore the BSN and feel confident in your decision to enrol at our school.
This is the perfect first step. Ask us a question or request personalised information to learn more about our programmes. There is no obligation, and our team is ready to help.
See learning in action with a personal tour.
Once you have clicked on one of the campuses, please ensure you choose Junior School for either Junior School Leidschenveen or Junior School Vlaskamp, OR Senior School for either Senior School Leidschenveen or Senior School Voorschoten to make use of the booking calendar.
| Visit Junior School Leidschenveen | Visit Senior School Leidschenveen |
| Visit Junior School Vlaskamp | Visit Senior School Voorschoten |
For families who are unable to visit yet, we are happy to schedule an online call at a time that is convenient for you. You can arrange this via email.
If you prefer to schedule your visit with the Admissions team, get in touch with us via telephone or email.
Choosing the right school for your child (and family) is a personal choice, and our staff is here to support you each step of the way.
When you are ready to join, we will guide you through our clear and straightforward application process. We welcome applications throughout the year.
For each application, we charge a non-refundable fee of €250. (Families with a child already at the BSN do not need to pay this fee.)
- Once we have approved your application and you decline, we will retain the application fee.
- We will refund your application fee in the unlikely event that we are unable to offer a place to your child.
Notices
Discover the Wonder of the Early Years Foundation Stage!
We have two opportunities for you to learn about the Early Years experience, the approach to learning that builds lifelong curiosity for our youngest learners (ages 3-5 years old) at the BSN this autumn:
- Beginners Open Mornings: 18 & 20 November
Joining a School, and Finding a Place to Grow
The moment you join the BSN, you become part of something special: a welcoming and wonderfully diverse community with families from nearly 90 nationalities across our four campuses. It is a place of shared experiences, new friendships, and mutual support.
We are an inclusive, non-selective school, and we pride ourselves on providing a supportive second home where your child will flourish.
We didn't just find a school for our children, we found a community for our whole family. The support from day one has been incredible.
Our Admissions Team is Here to Help
We are excited to share with you what our school has to offer and look forward to meeting your family. In addition to welcoming families for visits, we regularly host open events, online webinars, and opportunities to meet members of our community.
You can contact the Admissions Team in the following ways to discuss any questions you have about the BSN and the Admissions process:
If you’d prefer something simpler for now, or have a quick question, it's easy way to get in touch, and a member of our Admissions Team will reply to you personally.
Alternatively, please feel free to reach out via email: [email protected] or telephone: +3170 315 4077 .
Practical Information
BSN Key Stages
The British System is organised into year groups; these year groups are then arranged into 'Key Stages', which together make up the curriculum structure. We work on 1 September as the key entry date for each school year. The age of a child on this date determines the year group to which they are allocated.
The first chapter of your child’s education begins at Foundation Stage, with children aged 3 to 5 years old.
Our two Junior School campuses for children aged 3 to 10 years are located in The Hague area.
We focus on the holistic development of your child. Together with our strong Co-Curricular programme, we aim to develop talents and skills in all of our students.
Our two Junior School campuses for children aged 3 to 10 years are located in The Hague area.
We focus on the holistic development of your child. Together with our strong Co-Curricular programme, we aim to develop talents and skills in all of our students.
The British School in The Netherlands offers two outstanding senior schools. Senior School Leidschenveen is located in the residential Leidschenveen area of The Hague. Senior School Voorschoten is situated in Voorschoten, a small town surrounded by Leiden, Wassenaar and The Hague.
A student reference form will be automatically sent to your child’s current school once you have submitted your child's application.
The British School in The Netherlands offers two outstanding senior schools. Senior School Leidschenveen is located in the residential Leidschenveen area of The Hague. Senior School Voorschoten is situated in Voorschoten, a small town surrounded by Leiden, Wassenaar and The Hague.
A student reference form will be automatically sent to your child’s current school once you have submitted your child's application.
Sixth Form is an exciting and challenging time where your child aged 16-18 focuses on subjects they’re passionate about. They spend these two years getting ready for their future.
BSN students are able to study the subjects that interest them most and are given an unparalleled opportunity to prepare for higher education.
A student reference form will be automatically sent to your child’s current school once you have submitted your child's application.
