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Clubs Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Middle School, Secondary School
Introduction
Sondervick International School sits on a green, modern campus in Veldhoven, near Eindhoven, and is part of Sondervick College, a long-standing Dutch secondary school. It delivers an English-language curriculum with six hours of Dutch each week to support integration, complemented by NT2 Dutch language instruction and culture. ESOL support assists students learning English as an additional language, and home-language resources plus multilingual activities help maintain linguistic roots. The International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme is offered for students, with the school's age range typically 12 to 17. The diverse student body includes American, Spanish, Indian, and Chinese backgrounds. Facilities include a modern academic block and a well-equipped sports complex. Throughout the year, students take part in sports days, company visits, and school trips (including abroad). Extra-curricular life also encompasses cultural and language activities, social and hobby clubs, and lifestyle-wellbeing programs that foster integration between international and Dutch students. It supports diversity.
Sondervick International School has 70 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.
Location
Knegselseweg 30, 5504 NC Veldhoven, Netherlands. Located on a modern campus with excellent facilities and a sports complex.
Stages
Ages 11 to 16; IB Middle Years Programme.
Type
International school offering the IB Middle Years Programme.
Pupil Nationality Mix
At least four nationalities represented: American, Spanish, Indian, and Chinese.
Additional learning support
Mentor-based support and coaching; ESOL program for learners of English; NT2 Dutch language support; resources for home languages.
Country affiliation
The Netherlands
School day structure
School day runs 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday.
Fees
Annual tuition at Sondervick International School ranges from EUR 1,250 for 2026/27.
Application fees - No separate application or registration fee is charged. The school levies a single compulsory school fee per enrolled student.
Tuition / compulsory school fee (by year group and per term) - Annual compulsory school fee: EUR 1,250 per student for the 2025/2026 academic year. This same annual amount applies across all year groups (Grades 6 through 12 / ages 11–17). - Per-term breakdown (even splits of the published annual fee): - If billed in two equal instalments: EUR 625.00 per instalment. - If billed in three equal instalments (termly split): EUR 416.67 per instalment. (The published fee is stated as an annual amount of EUR 1,250 per student; the per-term figures above are the even splits of that annual amount.)
Billing schedule and payment terms - The school's published charge is a compulsory annual school fee of EUR 1,250 per student. Textbook logistics are handled separately: compulsory textbooks are paid for by the school but parents enter into a rental agreement with the textbook supplier (Iddink) and order books directly; books are delivered to the home address before the start of the school year. Parents are responsible for providing a laptop (purchase or rental options available through a partnered supplier). Mandatory excursions, certain educational trips and examination costs (for the relevant year groups) are covered through the school's fee structure or additional arrangements described by the school.
Boarding fees - Not applicable. Sondervick International School operates as a day secondary school and does not offer boarding; there are no boarding fees.
Other costs and optional charges - Textbooks: Compulsory textbooks are paid for by the school; parents enter into a rental agreement with Iddink and place orders through that supplier. Delivery to the home address occurs before the school year begins. - Laptop: Parents are responsible for the cost of purchasing or renting a laptop. A partnered provider offers rental and purchase options together with a service/warranty/damage-and-theft package. An alternative device is available through the school if a parent is unable or unwilling to provide a laptop. - Voluntary parental contribution: A voluntary parental contribution is requested to fund extra activities (introductory programmes, cultural and sports activities, and other enrichment). Larger activities (for example some trips abroad) require separate registration and a separate voluntary contribution. Choosing not to pay the voluntary contribution does not exclude a student from activities; however, insufficient payments may lead the school to cancel an activity. - School trip insurance and cancellation: The school maintains comprehensive group travel insurance for participants in school trips, but the Board has not purchased trip cancellation insurance; parents are advised to arrange cancellation insurance themselves if they require it. Parents remain responsible for insuring personal belongings and for liability for damage caused by their child.
Refund information - Voluntary parental contributions are voluntary and paying or not paying does not exclude a student from school activities; the published materials do not set out a separate standard refund schedule for the compulsory annual school fee. Specific refund questions (for example when a student withdraws mid-year or for exceptional circumstances) are handled by the school's finance office.
Academics
Sondervick International School teaches IB (MYP), Dutch Curriculum for students aged 12 to 17.
Curriculum
English-language curriculum with Dutch language study. All subjects are taught in English with six hours of Dutch per week. NT2 Dutch language instruction and culture are provided. ESOL support helps students learning English as an additional language. Home language resources and multilingual activities support language development. The International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (IB MYP) is offered for students aged 11 to 16.
Student Teacher Ratio
Small class sizes.
Higher Education Progression
Our students go to universities all around the world.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school provides in-class support from mentors, subject teachers and deans, with guidance in social-emotional development. Every pupil can receive guidance in didactic areas, career orientation and social-emotional development. A team of specialized staff is available in-house to provide extra support and guidance beyond regular coaching. The school offers resilience training and anxiety-reduction programs, as well as homework support and dyslexia support when needed. Each day begins with a mentor who understands the student, and coaching helps foster personal development through reflection and ownership.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
A team of specialized staff is available in-house to provide extra support and guidance beyond regular coaching. Resilience training helps students face challenges with confidence. Anxiety reduction training helps students cope with stress and exam anxiety. Homework support is provided in collaboration with Spectrum Brabant for daily study guidance. Dyslexia support is provided with specialized coaches, digital tools, and individualized assistance.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The curriculum uses English in half of the lessons and Dutch in the other half; 50% of lessons are in English and 50% in Dutch. Applicants must meet at least ERK A2 in English to enroll. During the admissions process, a screening assesses proficiency in both English and Dutch.
Mental Wellbeing
Resilience training helps students face challenges with confidence. Anxiety reduction training helps students cope with stress and exam anxiety. Homework support is offered to ease academic pressures. Care and support includes guidance in social-emotional development and personal wellbeing.
Safeguarding
Anti-bullying coordination is in place. The school has three anti-bullying coordinators. Counselors are available to support students, with listed contact details. The physical and social safety of students and staff is important to us. An anti-bullying protocol is maintained for safeguarding.
Admissions
Admissions
The school welcomes international students aged 11.5 to 17 with at least one parent of international background and temporary residence in the Netherlands. Class 1 is 11.5–13; Class 2 is 13–15; Class 3 is 14–16; Class 4 is 15–17 (starting in 2026–2027). English proficiency must be at least ERK level A2; Dutch proficiency must be at least CEFR level A1 for enrollment in classes 3 and 4. If your child is new to the Netherlands, apply for 2026–2027 during the central application week in March 2026. Admission steps: 1. email with the child's full name, date of birth, residence, arrival date, motivation, and language proficiency; 2) communications officer reviews eligibility; 3) screening tests English and Dutch and assesses cognitive abilities (vmbo-gt, havo or vwo); 4) screening results are reviewed; 5) enrollment decision yields a link to complete the admission form. The school offers the IB MYP (MYP2–3) and will introduce MYP4 next year; it also offers CP and DP, with CP combining IB subjects with career-focused courses and DP preparing for higher education.
Waitlist
SIS2/MYP3 is full; join waiting list by emailing internationalschool@sondervick.nl.
FAQs
What age range does Sondervick International serve?
Sondervick International School serves students aged 12 to 17, offering the IB Middle Years Programme on a green campus in Veldhoven near Eindhoven.
What curriculum does the school follow?
English-language curriculum with all subjects in English plus six hours of Dutch per week. NT2 Dutch language instruction supports integration into the Netherlands.
Is there an application fee?
No separate application or registration fee is charged. A single compulsory school fee applies per enrolled student.
Where is the school located?
Knegselseweg 30, 5504 NC Veldhoven, on a modern campus with excellent facilities and a sports complex.
How small are the classes?
The school operates with small class sizes, approximately 70 students in total, ensuring personal attention.
What support is available?
Mentor-based support and coaching, ESOL for English learners, NT2 Dutch language support, resilience training and anxiety reduction training are provided.
Is there a bilingual pathway?
Yes, bilingual education (TTO) is offered for HAVO and VWO programmes with more than half of subjects in English from the first year.
What are the school hours?
School runs 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday.
Is there a waiting list?
Yes, SIS2/MYP3 is currently full. Join the waiting list by emailing the school.
How do I apply?
The school welcomes international students aged 11.5 to 17 with at least one parent of international background and temporary Dutch residence.
What extracurricular activities are available?
Sports days, Halloween movies, and various after-school activities are offered alongside the modern sports complex facilities.
