Home thoughts from abroad

Home thoughts from abroad. The Netherlands might not be the first place one thinks about upon hearing Caldo Verde. But this traditional Portuguese green soup has recently taken on a distinctly orange flavour. Let’s find out more.

Improve how you feel, every day

The world is a complex place, with myriad problems that can sometimes feel insurmountable. It’s easy to shake your head and feel overwhelmed. However, one of the best ways to easily improve how you feel every day is by tweaking how you approach one thing...

Reflections

Reflections: After more than a decade as Chair of the Board for the ACCESS Foundation, Gary Hays looks back on his time with the organisation.

Daycare or school: Building strong foundations for the future

Children develop more rapidly during their first five years– the Foundation Years–than at any other time. From the age of three children can attend an international school. The Early Years Foundation Stage at the British School in the Netherlands (BSN) provides education for children aged...

Qualification recognition in the Netherlands

Whether contemplating a move to a new country or re-starting a career after relocating, it is important to check that your qualifications are valid. Luckily the Netherlands has established organisations to assess and validate foreign qualifications. You are only allowed to practice certain professions in...