Education

Planning a move to the Netherlands? This practical relocation guide and timeline takes you from the first planning stage, around 12 months before your move, through your first months of settling in. Find out what to arrange and when - from immigration and paperwork to finding a home, choosing the right neighbourhood, work, schools and childcare. The guide also covers the essential steps after arrival, including municipal registration, your BSN, DigiD, health insurance, banking and GP registration. A realistic guide to moving to the Netherlands for individuals, couples and families who want a clear plan and a smoother start.

Relocating to the Netherlands with kids? Learn how to choose the right school, avoid common mistakes, and ensure a smooth transition for your family.

The Dutch education system is considered one of the best in the world and the children in the Netherlands in various surveys are the happiest in the world. So how did a system that has no homework at all until high school (!) become successful in terms of achievements? What are the different education stages? How to prepare to a dutch school? And what if my kids don't speak Dutch? All you need to know about the Dutch education system is in this article.