Navigate Dutch Education with Confidence — Your Way.
Navigating the Dutch school system can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. Whether you’re looking for a quick consultation, end-to-end guidance, or the tools to manage the process yourself, we provide the clarity and confidence your family needs. Choose the support that best fits your journey below.
- 100% independent: I accept no commissions from schools or clubs. Your child's interest comes first.
- Certified Teacher: Pedagogical expertise, not just administrative support.
- Native Dutch Guide: I speak the language, know the culture, have boots on the ground and and open doors that remain closed to others.
- Fellow Expat: I know exactly what it feels like to navigate a foreign system. I understand the overwhelm, because I have been in your shoes.
School Search Packages
Comprehensive Guidance for Your Family’s Journey.
School Search Only
For parents seeking an expert-led strategy and clear plan to handle the school admission independently.
- Pedagogical Intake & Profile Analysis
- School Search & Report
- Admission Interview Strategy
- Expat Parent Survival Library
- 3 Months Q&A Support
- Custom Sports and Hobbies Plan
- 2x School Scout Visits
- Sports and Hobby Application Management
- Parent-Teacher Meeting Preparation
- Success & Well-being Check
€850,-
Family Foundation
For parents wanting a comprehensive, long-term plan and ongoing support to
navigate the system with confidence.
- Pedagogical Intake & Profile Analysis
- School Search & Report
- Admission Interview Strategy
- Expat Parent Survival Library
- 3 Months Q&A Support
- Custom Sports and Hobbies Plan
- 2x School Scout Visits
- Sports and Hobby Application Management
- Parent-Teacher Meeting Preparation
- Success & Well-being Check
€1.500,-
Total Peace of Mind
For parents who want a full-service experience where every detail is managed for them.
- Pedagogical Intake & Profile Analysis
- School Search & Report
- Admission Interview Strategy
- Expat Parent Survival Library
- 3 Months Q&A Support
- Custom Sports and Hobbies Plan
- 2x School Scout Visits
- Sports and Hobby Application Management
- Parent-Teacher Meeting Preparation
- Success & Well-being Check
€3.500,-
The prices above apply to the search for one school. If you are looking for assistance with multiple school applications or require a tailored strategy for multiple choices, please contact me at esther@dutchschoolnavigator.nl for a custom quote or book a free discovery call.
Not entirely sure which package fits best for your family’s situation? I am happy to discuss during a free discovery call.
Strategic Advisory Session
In this 50-minute session, we move beyond general information to create a clear path forward for your family. We will focus on:
- System Navigation: A concise walkthrough of the Dutch education system, tailored to your specific situation and questions.
- Needs Analysis: A deep dive into your family’s values and your child’s personality to determine which schools truly fit.
- Strategic Roadmap: A clear, tactical action plan, including: local insights, realistic expectations, and critical deadlines.
- Q&A & Next Steps: Direct answers to your most urgent questions and a structured overview of your immediate next actions.
The result: You leave with a concrete strategy, clarity on your options, and the confidence to move forward.
Not sure which path to take? Book the Strategy Session first: if we decide a full package is a better fit for you during our call, the fee for this session will be credited toward your package.
Need support with other educational challenges?
Are you facing a specific school situation that is not the school search? Whether you’re preparing for a critical parent-teacher meeting, navigating a confusing report, or managing a complex school transition, I’m here to help.
Let’s connect: Send a brief message to esther@dutchschoolnavigator.nl. We’ll discuss your situation and determine how we can best move forward together.
Expat Parent Survival Library
Why settle for one piece of the puzzle when you can have the entire blueprint? The Parent Survival Library is our most popular digital resource, bundling all four essential manuals into one powerful toolkit. From navigating the initial school bureaucracy and mastering parent-teacher communication to decoding the social secrets of the playground and after-school life—you get every template, checklist, and insider tip in one go.
Includes all 4 digital guides: The Soft Landing Manual, Parent-Teacher Communication Tool, The Playground Playbook, and The Beyond School: The Integration Guide.
The Soft Landing Manual
Everything you need to navigate the Dutch education system, written by someone who’s taught in it. This isn’t a generic guide you could Google. It’s the insider knowledge I’ve gathered over years of teaching and consulting: how school types really work, which waiting lists actually matter, what to look for on a tour, and the classic traps that catch even the most prepared expats.
€149,-
The Parent-Teacher Communication Tool
Stop second-guessing every email and school app notification. This bilingual guide gives you plug-and-play templates for sick reports, meeting requests, playdate invitations, and special leave applications, plus insider explanations of Dutch report cards, grading systems, and the infamous 10-minute meeting. Copy, paste, fill in the blanks, and communicate with confidence.
€79,-
The Playground Playbook
Stop standing on the sidelines wondering how the Dutch schoolyard really works. This interactive toolkit takes the guesswork out of ‘speelafspraakjes’ and school traditions with the exact social codes you need to help your child belong. From our custom Schoolyard Bingo and flashcards to the audio pronunciation guide for your kids, you’ll get the cultural shortcuts to turn “recess stress” into real friendships.
€79,-
The Beyond-School Integration Guide
Integration doesn’t stop at 3:00 PM, but the maze of Dutch sports clubs and mysterious waiting lists can feel like a second job. This guide is your tactical map for life after the school bell: how to actually secure a spot on the hockey pitch, what ‘bardienst’ really requires of you, and how to manage the logistics of ‘BSO’ and school holidays without losing your mind. Stop scrolling through forums and start building your child’s local life with facts, not rumors.