32) Choosing a School in Amsterdam: When to Apply and How the Lottery Works
Dam Parenting10 Apr 2024

32) Choosing a School in Amsterdam: When to Apply and How the Lottery Works

In Amsterdam, the search for a primary school doesn't start at age five—it begins long before your child’s third birthday. In this episode of Dam Parenting, we’re joined by Isabel Cruz of Kaleidoscope Consulting to demystify the "kaleidoscope" of Dutch education.

Isabel offers a warm, honest, and direct roadmap through Amsterdam's unique school lottery system, explaining the critical deadlines (like the March 11th cutoff for many 2022-born children!) and the eight-school priority rule. We explore the diversity of educational philosophies—from Montessori and Dalton to Vrije schools—and discuss how to choose a path that aligns with your family’s values. Whether you’re overwhelmed by "AlleCijfers" data or wondering how to handle a school tour, Isabel provides the clarity you need to move forward with confidence. Check the show notes for links to Kaleidoscope Consulting and essential school-ranking resources.


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Numbers showing which secondary school the children progress to

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