Holland International School

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Updated July 2026

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DayType

Non-profitOwnership

Curriculum

National Curriculum (England)

Languages

English

Mandarin

French

Holland International School is a primary school in Singapore offering education for children aged 1.5 to 12 years old. It provides a unique learning environment through two distinct streams—English and Dutch—both integrated with the International Primary Curriculum.

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Curriculum

National Curriculum (England)

Teaching approach

The school follows a Dutch-rooted approach that emphasizes inquiry-based learning, student ownership, and social-emotional development. It prioritizes a safe, tight-knit community where individual learning needs are met, and students are encouraged to balance academic excellence with time for play, sports, and relaxation.

Programmes

The school offers a preschool programme for children aged 18 months to 4 years, followed by primary education in either an English or Dutch stream. The English Stream follows the English National Curriculum, while the Dutch Stream follows the Dutch National Curriculum; both are blended with the International Primary Curriculum (IPC). Daily language lessons in Dutch or English are provided to all students to ensure bilingual development.

Outcomes

The school aims to foster happy, confident, and competent learners who are prepared for success in life. Students are encouraged to become global-minded, independent, and critical thinkers who take ownership of their learning journey.

Student support

EAL support

Included in fees

Learning support

Dedicated department

Learning support

The Learning Support Centre provides academic and social-emotional behavior support for students requiring extra guidance. The centre is staffed by a coordinator and support teachers who utilize specialized training, including trauma-sensitive teaching and counseling techniques, to assist student development.

Frequently asked questions(3)

What curriculum does Holland International School offer?: Holland International School offers National Curriculum (England).
Is Holland International School a day or boarding school?: Holland International School is a day school.
Where is Holland International School located?: Holland International School is an international school in Singapore, Singapore.

Tuition & fees

No published fee schedule was found for this school.

Admissions

Admissions are open throughout the year for the preschool and primary school. The school requires an application form, previous school reports, student monitoring system results, and relevant identification and vaccination documents to process enrollment. Prospective families are encouraged to book a tour or attend an open day to visit the campus.

Calendar

The school provides a holiday schedule for the academic year, which is available for download on the school's website. Families can access specific dates for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 academic years through the school's information portal.

Facilities

Library

About the campus

Located on Bukit Tinggi Road in a green, quiet area of Singapore, the campus features a school library, classrooms, and outdoor spaces. The school provides bus transport services for students and maintains a homely, green environment designed to support a small-school community feel.

Co-curriculars

A wide range of co-curricular activities (CCAs) is offered after school to develop student interests. These include recreational and competitive sports, performing arts, coding, cooking, and world languages.

Hennie SchipperActing Principal/Academic Lead
Hennie is the Academic Lead with over 23 years of experience in education. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Primary Education, in Special Educational Needs, and for Academic Support Teacher, and has her Principal’s Qualification.
Melissa ContantBusiness Leader
Melissa Contant is the Business Leader of the school.
Kerry PentneyHead of English
Kerry Pentney holds a BA from the University of Manchester and a Postgraduate Certificate in Education from the University of Cambridge. She has extensive international teaching experience, including 14 years at a bilingual school in Munich.
Marlou BrosensTeam Lead Preschool
Marlou Brosens is the Team Lead for Preschool/Early Years, with over 17 years of experience in education. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Primary Education and qualifications in educational management.
Julie Van Eibergen SanthagensTeam Lead DS groups 1 - 4
Julie has earned a Bachelor of Education degree in Groningen, the Netherlands, and has 15 years of teaching experience. She has gained extensive experience in the management team of a primary school and is a Level 2 Agile coach in education.
Jaap van OlstTeam Lead DS groups 5 - 8
Jaap van Olst holds a Bachelor of Education degree and has held positions as ICT coordinator, unit leader, and team lead upper primary. He brings a growth mindset and an eagerness to improve to his work.
Jolinda GrootheddeIEYC/IPC curriculum leader
Jolinda holds a Bachelor's degree in Education and a Master's in Special Educational Needs. As the IEYC and IPC coordinator, she is passionate about enhancing learning experiences and implementing sustainability within the curriculum.
Natascha ZijderveldLearning Support Coordinator
Natascha holds a B.Ed., mid-management, and post-HBO Coach in Education with 17+ years in Dutch and international education. She is a certified trainer in trauma-sensitive teaching, Brainblocks, counselling, and Rock & Water.