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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...

Grow within yourself, for yourself and by yourself

Have you been to a gym at the beginning of January? It’s busy and crowded with people talking about their new training programme as a part of their New Year’s resolutions. Go back to that same gym towards the end of December and you’ll discover...

Tiny house life

Historically, finding sanctuary for shelter, refuge, comfort and enjoyment has been a quest. Seeking housing in a densely-populated country like the Netherlands has always been a great challenge. The perfect Dutch house is a stereotype in itself; canal side townhouses, 19th century converted ships, quirky...

Just the job

Working abroad can be a choice, a necessity, and often an opportunity. While the Netherlands is an attractive country with a high employment rate and numerous opportunities for internationals, finding a job can still be a challenge. A job search in a new market could require...

Early years at The International School of The Hague

At ISH we pride ourselves on putting the child at the centre of the educational journey. Nowhere is this more exemplified in our school than at the beginning of their journey at ISH, in our Early Years section, with our four, five and six year...