Arnhem International School

Arnhem International School is situated between the two cities of Arnhem and Nijmegen. It is easily accessible by road and public transport. The secondary department is part of the larger Lorentz College, a Dutch comprehensive school, and caters for pupils from 12-19 years of age.

AIS Arnhem International School secondary department offers an English language academic programme beginning with elements of the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme, which builds up to the International General Certificate of Secondary Education. The IB Diploma Programme is offered to students who have successfully completed the IGCSE examinations or similar examinations elsewhere. The curriculum allows for differentiation and although a working knowledge of English is required for all subjects, support lessons in English and Dutch are offered when possible. A wide range of enrichment activities in discrete subjects and in special assignments, together with a variety of extracurricular activities and special projects, form an integral part of the school programme. Fieldwork, European-wide visits, the Model United Nations, workshops, sports and theatre visits are embedded in the system. The school in particularly aware of the importance of internationalism and aims to promote this by including Language and Cultural Awareness as part of the curriculum.

The Arnhem International School values close contact with parents. The International Parents' Council helps organize various activities and takes part in discussions on curricular development. An active Students' Council enriches the school's climate through discussion and action.

The international character of the Arnhem International School is further reflected in its faculty of native speakers of and teachers from countries within and outside the EU. They have an excellent command of English, a thorough knowledge of the programmes and a deep understanding of the needs of internationally mobile children, ensuring high academic standards and intensive pastoral care and counselling.