Education
On this page you will find information about education in the Netherlands. For example, about primary school, secondary school and about studying at MBO, HBO or university level. And about tuition fees and other costs.
Information
BBL and BOL: two ways to take an MBO programme
In the Netherlands, you can attend intermediate vocational education (MBO) in two ways: through BBL or BOL. Both programmes give you an official MBO diploma, but the way of learning is different. In this article you will read about the difference between these two programmes.
This is how to learn Dutch yourself if you are from Ukraine
Do you want to learn Dutch and are not following a compulsory education or course? Then there are several ways you can still learn Dutch. Here you can read about the ways you can learn Dutch yourself.
Education for children from Ukraine who cannot speak Dutch yet
If you have fled from Ukraine and have children under 18 who do not speak Dutch yet, schools offer help so your child can learn Dutch and get a Dutch education.
Different types of education in the Netherlands
If you go to school in the Netherlands, you may choose what type of education you or your child receives. In this article you can read more about the different types of education.
Primary school
Children ages 4 through 12 attend primary school. The primary school has 8 groups. Children are required to attend school from the age of 5 but most children in the Netherlands attend primary school from the age of 4. On this page you can read all about primary school.
Secondary school
After primary school, children attend secondary school. Secondary school consists of different levels and years. Children up to age 16, sometimes 18, are required to attend school. On this page you can read all about secondary school.
Conditions for studying under the Temporary Protection Directive
If you have fled Ukraine and want to study in the Netherlands, you must meet certain conditions. On this page you can read more about those conditions.
Paying for your studies in the Netherlands under the Temporary Protection Directive
If you have fled from Ukraine, according to the rules, you may also study here. However, you must be able to pay for your studies yourself and you will not receive money from the Dutch government for this.
Diploma evaluation of Ukrainian diplomas in the Netherlands
If you want to study or work in the Netherlands, sometimes you need a diploma evaluation. In this article you will read how to have your Ukrainian diploma evaluated in the Netherlands.
This is how studying in the Netherlands works
After secondary school, you can continue your studies. You can study at different levels. The level of your studies depends on your secondary school diploma. In this article, you will find information about the different levels if you are going to study.
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