For the greater good

Working is not always what it’s cracked up to be. There are deadlines to meet, bosses to please, and petty office drama. This doesn’t necessarily go away when you decide to volunteer, but doing something because you want to, not because it is paid, feels...

Winford Bilingual Primary School - Offering a Soft Landing for International Families

At Winford Bilingual, your journey in the Netherlands begins with warmth, understanding, and a true sense of belonging. We offer a bilingual Dutch/English curriculum, small class sizes, and personalised attention to help students thrive academically and socially. Our teachers are experienced in supporting newcomers and...

Prinsjesdag: Dutch politics and hats?

Where else in the world could you celebrate a new budget with a carriage ride, fancy horses and lots and lots of hats? On the third Tuesday in September, tens of thousands of visitors turn out in The Hague for the yearly presentation of the...

Real estate transfer tax in the Netherlands

Have you found your Dutch dream home? Apart from having the buying process concluded properly, it is of particular importance to also comprehend all aspects relating to acquiring the ownership of your new abode. A part of this acquisition process is the payment of transfer...

Settling in with a little help, especially for Expats

Being an international in a foreign country certainly comes with challenges. These have been compounded when a worldwide pandemic was added into the mix, and opportunities to meet others, socialise and network suddenly dried up. This article explore on the assistance that is available for...