Visits by British Boarding Schools

Many families considering English-language degree programmes initially think of Britain or the United States. Yet the Netherlands merits serious consideration. Tuition fees for EU citizens stand at around €2,300 per year – a fraction of UK and US costs.

A further advantage: many Dutch universities employ modern, interactive teaching formats that foster independence and actively engage students in the learning process. At the same time, the institutions are strongly international in character and offer over 2,100 English-taught degree programmes across diverse disciplines.

For those seeking an initial overview, the Dutch Universities Consortium is hosting an informative online webinar on 2 December. The consortium is an association of Dutch universities that provides prospective international students with impartial guidance – from degree structures and application routes to entry requirements.

To register: https://lnkd.in/euaeU5gd

Application deadlines for most programmes close on 15 January.

Important to note: while gaining admission to degree programmes is often straightforward, finding accommodation proves considerably more challenging. Anyone planning to study in the Netherlands should therefore begin searching for a room or shared flat as early as possible.

The spring holidays of 2026 present a distinctive opportunity: while many language programmes offer only morning classes, English boarding schools combine intensive language tuition with academic specialisms in their spring courses – from artificial intelligence to leadership and natural sciences. English in the mornings, chosen subject in the afternoons. For young people aged 13 to 17 who want more than language learning alone.

Haileybury, one of our top IB schools with a state-of-the-art Science Centre – where students are currently working on a satellite and running research projects with Stanford – focuses on thematic strands: pupils combine English tuition with a specialism of their choice: Media Experts, Young Innovators or International Relations.

Mill Hill offers English programmes in the morning alongside afternoon sessions in Creative Arts combined with either Science and Mathematics or Sport. Like Haileybury, the campus is just 30 minutes from London and features an indoor pool and cutting-edge sports facilities.

Earlscliffe in Folkestone, approximately 60 minutes from London, offers "Think Global", a course combining English language tuition with political thinking, leadership and international affairs – ideal for young people interested in global politics. A particular incentive: book two weeks and pay half price for the second week.

Sevenoaks School, one of Britain's most academically distinguished schools and a pioneer of the IB programme (the school offers exclusively the IB, not A-Levels), directs its Easter IB Revision Course at Year 13 students already in the IB programme who wish to prepare intensively for their examinations. During the summer, Sevenoaks also offers outstanding language programmes combined with Critical Thinking, Social Leadership, Creativity and Digital Skills – developed by the school's own teachers.

A welcome side effect of all courses: young people experience one or two weeks of authentic boarding school life – which can help some decide whether a longer stay at an English boarding school might be suitable. Places on spring courses typically fill quickly, so we recommend booking early.

Please contact us for details on course dates and fees:

Tel. +49 89 38 40 540 or by email to our language course specialist Monika Domokos: monika.domokos@glasmacher.de