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Amity International School Amsterdam

Privately owned school · Amstelveen, The Netherlands
  • Ages 3-18
  • Co-ed
  • From € 20,240 pa
  • 410 students
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A school that many international parents initially saw as merely catching the overflow of the other, more established, international schools in the area, has been increasingly finding its own identity over the last few years. Many parents now consciously pick this school, and their children seem to have happily settled here.

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Overview

Student numbers
410
Curricula
  • International
SEN provision
SEN considered case by case
Pre school provision (up to 4)
Yes
Religion
Non-denominational
Fees
€ 20,240 - € 25,995
Ownership
Not-for-profit school

Head of school

Principal

Adrian Frost

Since 2025, Adrian Frost. He arrived from his role as principal of British-curriculum King’s College School, Cascais, and was previously principal of Amity International School Abu Dhabi for five years. He brings extensive experience from some of the


Entrance

New students may start throughout the year. Thus far, no waiting list.


Exit

In 2025, the second year of students sitting the IBDP, graduates headed to the UK including Universities of Edinburgh, Nottingham, York, Bath and Cambridge (the latter for natural sciences). In the USA, destinations included Princeton (for computer


Latest results

In 2025, the average IBDP score was nearly 31, with a top score of 43. Nearly half got 32+ points. .


Teaching & learning

Amity Amsterdam is an accredited IB world school offering all three IB programmes: primary years, middle years and diploma.

The early years classes have a maximum of 20 children, with one teacher and one full-time assistant, while the primary and

Curricula & qualifications
  • International - International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP)
  • International - International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP)
  • International - International Baccalaureate (Diploma)

Learning support & SEN

All applicants who have special needs are considered on an individual basis. The admissions staff study the reports of the previous school and consults with the student support co-ordinator as they try to assess whether they can offer the support


Language support

Amity accommodates a good many EAL pupils. Two EAL teachers provide support on an individual basis to children whose mother-tongue is not English. The EAL teachers work according to a blended model, working with children in their regular classroom


Arts & extracurricular

Cocurricular activities (CCAs), held on campus after school, are led by school staff, volunteer parents or one of the many qualified local organisations. A fair lets pupils give them all a try and see what appeals most, from debating, yoga, drama and


Ethos & heritage

The school has grown quickly since it first opened its doors in 2018, though is still some way off its capacity of 600 pupils and maintaining its community feel.

The renovated, impressive X-shaped building looks modern, clean and cheerful.


Pastoral care, inclusivity & discipline

Most parents agree that Amity offers a nurturing environment for all children. New pupils are matched up with a buddy with whom they share a home language, nationality, or interests. For children who don’t speak English yet, this buddy could also be


Classroom & community

Over 400 students cover 33 different nationalities, with American, British, Dutch and Indian the most prevalent. The majority lives in Amstelveen and arrive on foot or by bike. For the parents who drive their children, a large drop-off area in front

School year
August – June
School hours
8:30am – 3:30pm depending on year group
Student nationalities - total
49
Uniform requirements
yes

Money matters

Aside from a five per cent sibling discount currently offered, there are no scholarships or other types of discounts.

Annual fee range
€ 20,240 - € 25,995
Fee information
Application fee: € 200
Admissions fee: € 350
Deposit (refundable): € 2,500

The last word

A school that many international parents initially saw as merely catching the overflow of the other, more established, international schools in the area, has been increasingly finding its own identity over the last few years. Many parents now


Accreditations, inspections & memberships

Accreditations/Inspections
    Authorised by International Baccalaureate Organization (not to be confused as an inspection or accreditation agency)
Memberships
Owned by Amity Education Group

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Contact the school

Address

Amsterdamseweg 204
Amstelveen
1182 HL
The Netherlands
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School data & information Amity International School Amsterdam Amsterdamseweg 204, Amstelveen, 1182 HL , The Netherlands
410 Pupil numbers
Our review contains additional results data reported to us by Amity International School Amsterdam and is updated annually. See the review

GCSE-level results data is not reliably reported on for independent schools. We have chosen to show only the results achieved in individual subjects. Find out more

Entry and exit data

We do not have entry or exit data for pupils at this school. Find out more


SEN overview

SEN conditons supported

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