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Autorisatie IB-MYP

source: Nuffic

Education in The Netherlands

Core objectives define what students should know and be able to do by the end of their primary and secondary education.

Primary education: 58 core objectives

Secondary education: depends on type of education

Primary Education

Age group: 4 - 12 years

Compulsory from the age of 5

Focus on language, maths, citizenship and social skills

Secondary Education

Age: 12+

Types of education: 

VMBO (preparatory vocational secondary education) - 4 years

HAVO (senior general secondary education - 5 years 

VWO (university preparatory education) - 6 years 

Vocational Education

MBO

Levels: 1 to 4 - from assistant to middle management training

Learning Paths: BOL (School-based Pathway), BBL (Work-based Pathway). 

Higher Education

HBO (Universities of Applied Science) - 4 years - bachelor's degree

WO (Research Universities) - 3 years for bachelor's, 1-2 years for masters' degree

Doctoral program

Secondary Education +

VMBO: focus on a combination of general education and preparation for the labor market or further education (MBO)

HAVO and VWO: focus on strong general education and preparation for higher education (HBO or University)

Secondary Education +

Special features:

Brugklas (bridge class)

Mentor program

Extracurricular activities

Secondary Education +

Examinations:

• School Exams
• Central Exams
• Assessment

Overview & Context

Public Secondary Education

7 Locations in The Hague

Governed by VO Haaglanden foundation

Overview & Context

2600 students

Divers student body:

• 85% non-western migration background
• 49,9% newcomer
• 90+ different nationalities
• 80+% from Poverty Accumulation Areas (APC)

Overview & Context

Education types:

VMBO, HAVO, VWO, Gymnasium, Practical Education (PrO)

Special programs:

• ISK (International Transition Class)
• Middle Years Program (MYP) of the International Baccalaureate (IB)

Who We Are

Ambitious & Development-Oriented

Involved & Connected

Inclusive & Proud

Mission

• Providing high quality education with high expectations

• Equipping students with the confidence and skills to navigate society

• Emphasizing respect, societal involvement, sustainability and global citizenship

Vision

Excellent Education

Collaborative Learning

Engaged with the World

Focus on (Basic) Skills

• Language and Math
• Multilingualism
• Citizenship

Focus on Basic Skills 

Language and Math 

Emphasis on core subjects: Dutch, English, Math. 

Adaptive digital programs and regular assessments. 

Multilingualism 

Utilizing home languages to support learning. 

Citizenship Education 

Developing civic and sustainability competencies in a diverse context. 

Extracurricular

• Sports
• Arts and Culture
• Study Support

Extracurricular Activities 

Sports 

Various sports programs and daily activities. 

Arts and Culture 

Dance, theater, visual arts, music. 

Study Support 

Homework institute, Saturday school, tutoring, exam training. 

    Proffessional Development

• Courses & Training

• Beginning teacher program (BSL)

• Teacher Training School (NOD Haaglanden)

Professional Development & Training 

Courses & training 

Goal: Enhance staff expertise to adapt to changing circumstances and achieve multi-year plan goals. 

Annual Training Plan: Developed for teachers and educational support staff across various locations. 

Types of Training: Can be self-selected or mandatory. 

Coaching & training beginning teachers 

Support for New Staff: Comprehensive onboarding program for new employees. 

Target Group: Specifically designed for beginning teachers (BSL). 

Teacher training school 

NOD Haaglanden: Johan de Witt, in collaboration with seven other secondary schools and four teacher training institutions, established the Network for Teacher Education (NOD) Haaglanden. 

Objective: Address both qualitative and quantitative teacher shortages in the region.