Optimist International Academy
- IPC
- British
Per yearabout USD 6.23K
EUR 5.58K · 2025-2026 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-10-29)
About
Public international primary school in Hoofddorp, teaching in English and Dutch with small classes and after-school care, near Amsterdam, Schiphol and Haarlem. Secondary education under the name Optimist International Academy is planned from August 2026.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
IPC · British
Ages
Ages 4–18
Language
English, Dutch
Type
International school
Fee level
- Ownership
- Government
- English support (EAL)
- Yes
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
2025-2026 school year
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| all groups (single annual rate) | EUR 5,580≈ USD 6.23K |
One-off costs
- Application fee
- EUR 200
- Deposit
- EUR 500
As published by the school. Amounts change with the school year and exchange rates; please confirm with the school before applying. Converted amounts use the reference rate of the date shown. ECB reference rate (2026-11-06). Source: school website (checked 2026-10-29)
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explained
IPC
Primary · Ages 5–11
The International Primary Curriculum: theme-based units that join science, history, geography and more; common in British-style schools.
British curriculum
Early years to sixth form · Ages 3–18
Follows the English National Curriculum; pupils usually take IGCSEs around age 16 and A Levels in the last two years.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Languages
- Academics
- Service
Campus and school life
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After-school activities
- After-school care
- After-school activities
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