Regionale Internationale School

The Regional International School (RIS) was established in 1965 to serve the international community in and around Eindhoven. It is situated in a modern building in the south-western part of Eindhoven, close to the city's ring road. Facilities include 28 classrooms, a multi--purpose hall, library, resource centre, gymnasium and sports field.

There are two language departments: Dutch and English. The curriculum of the Dutch department is compatible with those applied in the Netherlands. The curriculum of the English department is based on the International Primary Curriculum. Integration between departments takes place in the form of optional activities. All class teachers are native speakers.

Classes are small and children are often taught individually or in small groups. The children are placed into classes with pupils of the same age. There are over 30 nationalities represented in the school. Children whose mother tongue is not English are supported by their own teacher and the ESL staff who work with small groups helping them to develop their English. The English department has a special educational needs co-ordinator and a curriculum co-ordinator.

The Regional International School (RIS) maintains a good relationship with parents. There is frequent communication between all the bodies forming the school community. Parents are represented in the school council.

The Regional International School (RIS) accepts pupils who have reached the eligible school-going age, regardless of their nationality, background or religion.