Admissions

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JOINING OUR FAMILY
We can’t wait to welcome you to Nord Anglia International School Rotterdam (NAISR)

A SUPPORTIVE COMMUNITY WHERE EVERYBODY THRIVES

We’re delighted you’re considering NAISR for your child’s education. Our caring, supportive, and vibrant international school community is the perfect place for your child to develop and grow, guided by our incredible teachers. Everyone’s welcome here, and our admissions team will make sure you quickly feel at home.
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WHO CAN JOIN

Our school is open to children aged 3 to 18 years old. Your child can join us at any time during the school year – we don’t have application deadlines. However, we do have a limited number of places available, so please get in touch with us to check our current and future availability.

Every family’s application process is different, so we’d encourage you to talk to our friendly admissions team to find out how it’ll work for you. They’ll be able to answer any questions you have, too.

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SPEAK TO OUR ADMISSIONS TEAM

We know that choosing the right school for your child is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make. We’re here to help. Our admissions team will guide you through the process and make sure you have the information you need.
Starting your application is easy
  • Get in touch with our admissions team – fill in our enquiry form, give us a call or send an email.
  • Visit our campus – you can either come and see us in person or sign up for a virtual tour.
  • We’ll follow up with you, answer any questions, and walk you through our step-by-step admissions process.
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STEP-BY-STEP ADMISSIONS PROCESS

Ready to start your child’s application? Here's what you need to do.
Make an enquiry
Get in touch with our friendly admissions team to let us know you’re interested in joining the NAISR family. They’ll answer your questions, discuss your child’s situation, and confirm whether we have places available.
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MAKE AN ENQUIRY
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Take a tour of our school
The best way to get a feel for our inclusive school community is to visit us in person. If you can’t make it to Rotterdam, we’ll happily organise a personalised virtual tour – or you can join one of our online open days.
TAKE A TOUR OF OUR SCHOOL
Send us your application
We’re open to new enrolments all year round. You’ll need to fill in our online form and send us some supporting documents. We promise to get back to you within 24 hours (excluding weekends) of receiving your application.
Apply now
SEND US YOUR APPLICATION
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Interview and assessment
Depending on your child’s circumstances, we may ask them to sit a test. We’ll also invite you into school for a short interview (or organise a virtual meeting).
INTERVIEW AND ASSESSMENT
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Finalising your child's place
You’re almost there! Once you’ve completed the first four steps, we’ll offer your child a place.
FINALISING YOUR CHILD'S PLACE
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Getting started
Once your child’s place is confirmed, we’ll send you information to help them prepare for their first day. If your child is joining us at the start of the academic year, they’ll be invited to our new student induction day, where they’ll meet their classmates and get to know our teachers.
GETTING STARTED
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KEY TERM DATES: 2023–24

Here are some key dates for your diary.
First Day of Classes
Thursday 17 Aug 2023
Last Day of Classes
Thursday 13 Jun 2024
Winter Break
Saturday 16 Dec 2023 to Monday 08 Jan 2024
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There’s something special about our warm, inclusive, and cohesive school community. It’s a privilege to welcome students on their first day, knowing they’ll gain the skills, confidence, and global outlook to enjoy a bright future.
Soul Robertson
Director of Admissions and Marketing

OUR TUITION FEES

Our tuition fees reflect the personalised care, attention, and support our students receive from our brilliant teachers. 
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VISIT US

Book your visit to discover our campus, meet our teachers and learn how an education at NAIS Rotterdam can help your child to flourish. We can't wait to meet you!

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • How do I start the admissions process?
    The first thing you need to do is fill in our online enquiry form. We’ll get back to you within 24 hours (excluding weekends). In the meantime, we recommend looking through our website, which is full of useful information.
  • Can I visit the school?

    Yes, of course! We’d love to show you around. Get in touch with our admissions team who will organise a tour of our campus.

    If you can’t make it to Rotterdam, we’ll set up a one-to-one virtual discovery meeting – or you can join one of our online open days.

  • Is there a deadline for applications?
    Your child can join us at any time during the school year – we don’t have application deadlines. However, we do have a limited number of places available, so please get in touch with us to check our current and future availability.
  • What year group will my child be placed in?

    We’ll confirm your child’s year group once we’ve received and reviewed your admissions documents, and the official interview (and test, if applicable) has taken place.

    For Foundation 1 through to Year 2, our placement guidelines are as follows:

    • Foundation 1 is open to children who are three years old on or before 1st September of the year of entry.
    • Foundation 2 is open to children who are four years old on or before 1st September of the year of entry.
    • Year 1 is open to children who are five years old on or before 1st September of the year of entry.
  • What curricula will my child follow?

    We provide respected international curriculum pathways that support each child from early years through to graduation.

    • International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC).
    • International Primary Curriculum (IPC).
    • International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC).
    • International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) or the NAISR High School Diploma.
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FIND OUT WHAT MAKES NAISR SPECIAL

We’d love you to come and see us in person – or sign up for a virtual tour. You’ll get a feel for our supportive international community, discover how we personalise learning, and meet our fantastic teachers.

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