Admissions, this is how
Thinking about joining ISH? Explore our admissions process and discover how to apply to our international school in the Netherlands.
There are two admission pathways
Choosing a new school for your child is a big step. So it should feel right and fit your family situation. We guide you through a clear application process and admission steps, so you know what to expect. Questions along the way? Just drop us a line.
Are you a Dutch citizen and interested in Tweetalig VWO? Please proceed to this page.
Are you from abroad and interested in our international section? Please proceed below.
Regulations for admittance
To be eligible for international school admission in the Netherlands, one of the following applies:
One or both parents or legal guardians are employed in the Netherlands during the student’s school period
You are a Dutch citizen returning to the Netherlands and followed English-language education abroad for at least two years
Your family plans to move from the Netherlands within two years, and international education supports that journey
Tip: Please check our Learner Profile and Admissions Policy for the full overview of criteria and conditions before you apply.
Applying in 5 steps
Step 1: Interest form
Submit the Interest form (free of charge), so we can get to know you a little.
Step 2: ISH response
Within three workdays, we let you know if there is a possible fit and available space.
Step 3: Intake interview
Together we discover and decide if the match is right.
Step 4: Registration form
Ready to embark? Great! Submit your details and documents via our Registration Form. To be provided after Step 3.
Step 5: Offer of Place
If all is good, we give you an Offer of Place.
How the match is made
We want our school to be a good match for your child and your family. Therefore, we use the Learner Profile, your Interest Form and an intake interview. This helps determine the right school placement and overall eligibility.
Intake interview
If we see a possible match, we invite you and your child for an intake interview. Together, we see whether ISH feels like the right fit for you.
Level of English
As all lessons are taught in English, students need a solid base level to follow the programme and feel confident in class.
Offer of Place
Once all documents are complete, we provide an Offer of Place to confirm enrollment.
We’re happy to tell you more
Would you like to get to know us better, or ask a few questions first? That’s absolutely possible! At any time you can:
Book a tour
Simply book a tour, we’d love to show you around!
Contact
Contact us directly. We are happy to help.
Questions about admissions, answered.
Of course. We’d be happy to show you around and get to know you. Just book a tour.
Typically school reports, proof of residence and work, and relevant educational records.
Yes, if there is space and the placement fits your situation.
No. Once we confirm a match, we offer a place directly.
We look at the Learner Profile, your Interest form, an intake interview and schoolreports to understand how your child learns and what they need.
Students do not need to be fully fluent, but they should be able to understand andexpress themselves in English to follow lessons.
Families who qualify for international education under Dutch regulations. Work and residence in the Netherlands are key parts of this.
Page Summary
Applying to ISH gives you a clear overview of how admissions work in the Netherlands and how your child can find the right place in our school. You understand the steps, the expectations and how decisions are made. So applying to International School Hilversum becomes a clear and confident next step for your family.
Curious for more? Try these pages:
Let’s get in touch!
We’d love to show you around or tell you more.
View our FAQ & Contact page. Or read about Admissions.