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International School?

International School provides education for international students who are moving to the Netherlands for a temporary stay. These students may have no knowledge of Dutch at mother tongue level. The main language is English, but, of course, we teach Dutch at all levels!

The programme varies per student but always fits the requirements of the International Baccalaureate. For the most academically able they will leave us at 18, with an IB Diploma, ready for university. For others we will find the best route for them!

Don't forget, if you are moving to the Netherlands permanently you should first contact the ISK before applying to the ISG!

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TTO?

TTO (tweetalig onderwijs) is national bilingual education for students who are fluent in Dutch and who want to get some of their education in English. If you go to TTO, you are educated in the Dutch system at MAVO, HAVO or VWO level. As at least half the lessons are in Dutch, if a student is not fluent, the risk of failure is significant.

If you would like to go to TTO but are not sure about your level of Dutch, just contact us. Together we will find the school and level of education that suits you best.

 

International School?

International School provides education for international students who are moving to the Netherlands for a temporary stay. These students may have no knowledge of Dutch at mother tongue level. The main language is English, but, of course, we teach Dutch at all levels!

The programme varies per student but always fits the requirements of the International Baccalaureate. For the most academically able they will leave us at 18, with an IB Diploma, ready for university. For others we will find the best route for them!

Don't forget, if you are moving to the Netherlands permanently you should first contact the ISK before applying to the ISG!

or

TTO?

TTO (tweetalig onderwijs) is national bilingual education for students who are fluent in Dutch and who want to get some of their education in English. If you go to TTO, you are educated in the Dutch system at MAVO, HAVO or VWO level. As at least half the lessons are in Dutch, if a student is not fluent, the risk of failure is significant.

If you would like to go to TTO but are not sure about your level of Dutch, just contact us. Together we will find the school and level of education that suits you best.

International School Groningen offers two programmes: the Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the Diploma Programme (DP). The MYP prepares students for the DP.

 

Middle Years Programme (MYP)

The MYP is the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme for students aged 11 – 16. It is an academically challenging framework supporting a taught curriculum. The MYP is an inclusive programme and differentiated so all students can progress and achieve their best! For the most academic students the MYP is an excellent preparation for DP. For less academic students, the MYP teaches the skills required to cope in any national further education programme.

MYP promotes international mindedness: students understand and work with other cultures

MYP encourages a positive attitude to learning. Students are challenged:

  • to achieve more
  • to be open minded, creative, and think out of the box
  • to participate actively in their communities

MYP reflects real life: through global contexts students see the links between subjects and the real life issues in their community and beyond.

MYP encourages communication:

  • students are presenters
  • students are reflective
  • students are expressive
  • students are inquirers

For further information please refer to this video about the MYP:

 

 

Diploma Programme (DP)

The DP is the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. It is a two year pre-university course for students aged 16-18. It's unique curriculum is designed to give highly motivated and academically able students the skills and knowledge to prepare for further study at universities anywhere in the world.

Moving directly from MYP to DP is never guaranteed: not all students are suited for future university studies and therefore not all students can cope with the academic requirements of the DP. We will, of course, give you lots of advice and help in making the choice, and finding the best place to study after MYP.

Students who successfully complete the IB Diploma Programme demonstrate a strong commitment to learning, both in terms of their mastering of a range of subjects and in their development of skills and disciplines necessary for success in our competitive, global world.

For further information please refer to this video about the DP:

 

Subjects Offered (all subjects are offered at higher (HL) and standard level (SL) unless stated)

Group 1:

  • Dutch A Language and Literature (compulsory for Dutch residents)
  • English A Language and Literature

Groep 2:  

  • English B Language acquisition
  • French B Language acquisition (SL only)

Group 3:

  • History
  • Economics
  • Global Politics

Groep 4: 

  • Biology (HL only)
  • Chemistry
  • Physics
  • Environmental Systems and Societies (ES&S) (SL only)

Groep 5:  

  • Maths Applications and Interpretations
  • Maths Analysis and Approaches

Groep 6:  

  • Visual Arts

(correct as of Sept 2022)

International School Groningen offers two programmes: the Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the Diploma Programme (DP). The MYP prepares students for the DP.

 

Middle Years Programme (MYP)

The MYP is the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme for students aged 11 – 16. It is an academically challenging framework supporting a taught curriculum. The MYP is an inclusive programme and differentiated so all students can progress and achieve their best! For the most academic students the MYP is an excellent preparation for DP. For less academic students, the MYP teaches the skills required to cope in any national further education programme.

MYP promotes international mindedness: students understand and work with other cultures

MYP encourages a positive attitude to learning. Students are challenged:

  • to achieve more
  • to be open minded, creative, and think out of the box
  • to participate actively in their communities


MYP reflects real life: through global contexts students see the links between subjects and the real life issues in their community and beyond.

MYP encourages communication:

  • students are presenters
  • students are reflective
  • students are expressive
  • students are inquirers

 

Diploma Programme (DP)

The DP is the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. It is a two year pre-university course for students aged 16-18. It's unique curriculum is designed to give highly motivated and academically able students the skills and knowledge to prepare for further study at universities anywhere in the world.

Moving directly from MYP to DP is never guaranteed: not all students are suited for future university studies and therefore not all students can cope with the academic requirements of the DP. We will, of course, give you lots of advice and help in making the choice, and finding the best place to study after MYP.

Students who successfully complete the IB Diploma Programme demonstrate a strong commitment to learning, both in terms of their mastering of a range of subjects and in their development of skills and disciplines necessary for success in our competitive, global world.

Community and Service Actions (CAS)

Every student earns CAS points for dedicating time to the community and helping others. These points are an integrated part of the MYP and DP programmes.

 

Career and further study options


What do you want to do after you graduate from school? How do you decide which study programme to choose? Is there a programme that prepares you for what you want to do with your life, and how do you know if it is the right one?

Our careers counsellor Mr Goodijk is there for all your questions.

Teamwork

Careers counselling is based on teamwork. The mentor, subject teachers, careers counsellor, parents and students all work together to ensure that students have all the information and advice they need in order to make the right decisions. The careers choice process that leads to the right decision can be divided into four stages:

  1. Orientation. You have no idea at all and expect answers to questions like: What are my interests? What am I good at?
  2. Exploration and elimination. Try to find out what interests you most and which courses in your field of interest meet these preferences. Do you meet the entrance requirements?
  3. Going into depth. Check if your idea about these courses is realistic and if they will be the right choice for you.
  4. Take the final decision. Prepare and send in your application. Do you still have doubts?

Career and further study options


What do you want to do after you graduate from school? How do you decide which study programme to choose? Is there a programme that prepares you for what you want to do with your life, and how do you know if it is the right one?

Our careers counsellor Mr Goodijk is there for all your questions.

Teamwork

Careers counselling is based on teamwork. The mentor, subject teachers, careers counsellor, parents and students all work together to ensure that students have all the information and advice they need in order to make the right decisions. The careers choice process that leads to the right decision can be divided into four stages:

  1. Orientation. You have no idea at all and expect answers to questions like: What are my interests? What am I good at?
  2. Exploration and elimination. Try to find out what interests you most and which courses in your field of interest meet these preferences. Do you meet the entrance requirements?
  3. Going into depth. Check if your idea about these courses is realistic and if they will be the right choice for you.
  4. Take the final decision. Prepare and send in your application. Do you still have doubts?