Expatriates: On a Mission to Demystify

ACCESS is often approached by a variety of local service providers with the request to explain “What is an expatriate?”, or “Who are expatriates?” and, “What do expatriates want?” Sadly, in their well-intentioned search to discover what their clients want or may want, service providers...

The Teacher Who Teaches Teachers

This interview details the challenges international families face when trying to understand and integrate into the Dutch education system. The author addresses language, the unique needs of international students/families, and how these needs are addressed by Dutch schools and teachers.

Eerde International Boarding School Welcomes Students from Around the Globe

Eerde International Boarding School offers unique opportunities for students worldwide to experience boarding school life while promoting intercultural exchange. In September 2024, Eerde welcomed middle school students from Goesan, South Korea, followed by a group from Bandung, West Java, Indonesia.

Different routes to divorce in the Netherlands

Under Dutch law, a divorce petition must always be filed with the court by a lawyer. This requirement applies irrespective of whether the divorce is pursued through a joint petition, mediation or a unilateral request. As a result, legal representation is mandatory in every Dutch...

Zein Academy International Talent Programme — Autumn 2019

Are you interested in a career in international childcare, but not qualified to work with children in the Netherlands? We may have the answer… The Zein Academy International Talent Programme (ITP) is a tailor-made training programme that aims to support enthusiastic, passionate and talent looking for a...