Eerde International Boarding School

The school’s educational philosophy focuses on the maximum realization of each child’s talents and potential through inquiry-based and experiential learning. It aims to develop students into critical and creative thinkers who are academically, athletically, artistically, and ethically well-rounded. The school emphasizes small class sizes and individual attention to foster the development of successful, engaged, and responsible young adults with global connections.

The school offers a comprehensive international curriculum, including the International Primary Years Curriculum and Cambridge Primary for ages 6–11. For secondary students aged 11–19, the school provides the IMYC (International Middle Years Curriculum), Cambridge Lower Secondary, and pathways leading to the IBDP (International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme). The curriculum is designed to build critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with specific preparation for IB requirements in the pre-IB years.

The school provides a Learning Enrichment programme that supports students ranging from those requiring intensive maths or English tuition to those with special educational needs or who are exceptionally gifted. Learning coaches assist with study skills and exam preparation, while a learning support expert provides individual or group subject assistance. These services are integrated with the work of life coaches to ensure the social and emotional wellbeing of students.

The school prefers direct communication with prospective families to establish individual needs rather than using standard forms. The process involves an initial contact via telephone or online platforms (WhatsApp, Skype, or WeChat), followed by a virtual or in-person campus tour and an interview to discuss the student's academic history, ambitions, and motivation. Admissions are open for day school, flexible boarding, and full boarding options.

The school is situated on a secluded country estate featuring a moated castle dating from 1715, which houses a library and a bistro for communal dining. The modern school building, added in 2011, features classrooms equipped with traditional and contemporary resources, designed with large windows for natural light. The campus includes a creative centre in the 19th-century Orangery, a sports hall, and professional kitchen facilities that provide daily nutritious meals.

Eerde offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, including sports, cultural pursuits, and outdoor activities such as hiking, running, biking, and camping in the surrounding woodlands. Students have access to a sports hall and gym, and the school maintains a partnership with local stables for equestrian activities, including riding lessons and event competitions. The school also hosts inter-house tournaments and various social events.