Modern Dutch Design - ACCESS Magazine 2021

Simple, inventive, original and fun design is an integral part of life in the Netherlands. The country has a long, rich and complex design history, but what exactly is Dutch design and what makes it so special? Daring to be different “It’s not for nothing...

The Best of Both Worlds: Global Learning with a Local Heart in Amersfoort

At Amersfoort International School (AIS), children don’t just learn about the world — they experience it every day. As an IB World School in the heart of the Netherlands, AIS offers a programme that is both internationally minded and closely connected to the local Dutch...

Oerol – a festival in the heart of nature

One of Europe’s foremost performing arts festivals, Oerol is as unique as its UNESCO World Heritage Site location. For ten days every summer, the festival transforms the island of Terschelling into an alternate world that pushes visitors’ senses into overdrive.  Oerol–meaning everywhere in the Terschellinger...

NAISR: An Exciting New Chapter

Nord Anglia International School Rotterdam is more than a school. It is a warm and thriving community where each child is nurtured to become the best version of themselves. Nestled in the leafy suburb of Hillegersberg, Nord Anglia International School Rotterdam (NAISR) was founded sixty...

Employee Obligations During Sick Leave: A Guide for Expats

As an expat employee in the Netherlands, you may encounter illness and long term sick leave. While this process often goes smoothly, disputes can sometimes arise between employers and employees regarding sick leave. This article aims to guide you through the ins and outs of...