American School of The Hague

The school fosters a student-centered community grounded in the values of communication, respect, integrity, empathy, and responsibility. It emphasizes inquiry-based learning, encouraging students to take ownership of their education, develop critical thinking skills, and gain the global perspective necessary to engage with real-world challenges.

The school offers a comprehensive academic program spanning from preschool through grade 12, divided into Elementary, Middle, and High School divisions. The curriculum emphasizes STEM (robotics, coding, engineering), the arts (fine arts, music, theater), and peace and diplomacy (Model United Nations, debate). High school students have the option to pursue the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) or the US College Board Advanced Placement (AP) pathway.

The school reports that its students consistently exceed global averages in academic performance. It is the only school in the Netherlands to offer the US College Board Advanced Placement (AP) pathway and also provides the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), with students regularly achieving high IB scores. Graduates are prepared for success at top universities worldwide.

The school provides dedicated support for all learners, including neurodiverse students. On-campus specialists and counselors work with students to provide individualized support, help set goals, and navigate academic or personal challenges. While language support is available for younger students, it is limited at the high school level.

The school accepts applications year-round for students aged 3 to 18. Admission requirements vary by grade level, with English proficiency assessments required for applicants entering grades 9 through 12. Families are encouraged to inquire online, schedule a campus tour, and submit an application through the school's admissions portal.

The school operates on a standard academic calendar featuring holidays and all-school breaks. The daily schedule for the Early Childhood Center (preschool to grade 2) runs from 08:30 to 15:15, while the main campus (grades 3 to 12) operates from 08:30 to 15:30; both divisions have early dismissal at 14:30 or 14:40 on Wednesdays.

The school operates two campuses in Wassenaar: a main campus for grades 3–12 and a dedicated Early Childhood Center for ages 3–grade 2, housed in a renovated 17th-century farmhouse. The main campus features a purpose-built STEM Center, the area’s largest English-language library, a theater, a fitness center, a home economics classroom, and extensive indoor and outdoor athletic facilities. Both sites provide healthy dining options through an on-campus cafeteria managed by Eurest.

Students participate in a wide range of clubs, activities, and competitive athletics designed to develop new talents and skills. Signature offerings include Model United Nations (MUN), speech and debate, community service, and various performing arts opportunities such as band, strings, and musical theater. Students may also engage in cross-grade level exchanges and leadership roles through the Student Senate, Student Voice Initiative, and Student Ambassador programs.