Gifted Minds International School
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$19K - US$19K
Curriculum: IB · Cambridge
Age Range: 3-16
Students: Contact school
Location: Other Amsterdam, Amsterdam
Updated April 2026
In Brief
GMIS is worth investigating if you need genuine SEN or inclusive education provision alongside a recognised international curriculum - it's one of very few schools in the Amsterdam area combining IB PYP, Cambridge, and structured support pathways at this fee level. Confirm the school's current operational status directly before applying, as the website has been inaccessible at the time of writing.
GMIS sits in Hoofddorp, about 20 minutes from Amsterdam Zuid by the school's free shuttle bus via Amstelveen. It runs from Nursery through Grade 10 (ages 3-16) using a combination of IB PYP for primary and Cambridge Primary and Secondary for older years. The school operates three named learning pathways: Vermeer (mainstream), Rembrandt (inclusive support for EAL and mild learning differences), and Piet Mondrian (intensive one-to-one support for significant SEN needs). Warm breakfast and lunch are included in the fee, and field trips within the Netherlands are covered.
The inclusive model is the school's clearest point of difference in the Amsterdam market. Class sizes are capped at 24, and the stated pupil-to-teacher ratio is 12:1 across pathways. Fees for the mainstream Vermeer track run EUR 17,281-17,941 per year (Nursery full-day through Grade 10); the Rembrandt inclusive pathway adds approximately EUR 6,000 per year; Piet Mondrian intensive support fees reach EUR 24,000. Families on the Rembrandt or Mondrian tracks who need a school that will actively adapt its approach rather than just accommodate, describe this as genuinely different from mainstream provision.
There is a significant practical caveat: at the time of writing, the GMIS website (gmischool.nl) is suspended. We could not confirm the school's current operational status, fee schedule, or admissions availability independently. Contact the school directly before relying on any information in this profile, and verify it is currently enrolling. The Hauptdorp location and shuttle dependency also means the commute adds time - worth factoring in if you're based in north or east Amsterdam.
What parents value
- –Three structured learning pathways including dedicated inclusive (Rembrandt) and intensive SEN (Piet Mondrian) tracks - rare in the Amsterdam area at this fee level. Warm breakfast and lunch included.
- –Free daily shuttle from Amsterdam Zuid via Amstelveen makes the Hoofddorp location accessible without a car. Class sizes capped at 24 with a 12:1 pupil-to-teacher ratio.
- –Dual curriculum framework - IB PYP for primary, Cambridge Primary and Secondary for older years - with Dutch and French as additional languages twice weekly.
Points of consideration
- –The school website (gmischool.nl) was suspended at the time of this review. Verify current operational status and confirm enrolment availability directly with the school before applying.
- –Hoofddorp location requires either a car or the school shuttle. Allow 20-30 minutes each way from Amsterdam Zuid - more from north or east Amsterdam.
- –Intensive SEN pathway (Piet Mondrian) fees reach EUR 24,000 per year - significantly above the standard track. Confirm which pathway applies to your child and what the exact fee will be.
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Nursery (half-day) | 3 | 17,164 |
| Nursery (full-day) / K1-K2 | 4 | 19,930 |
| Grades 1-6 | 6 | 20,691 |
| Grades 7-10 | 13 | 20,691 |
| Inclusive Support Pathway (Rembrandt) | 6 | 27,678 |
Fees converted from EUR. For the most up to date and accurate figures please double check with the school.
Additional Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Registration Fee (non-refundable) | 519 |
| Security Deposit (refundable) | 1,153 |
Academic Results
Academic results have not been made publicly available by this school.
Extra Curriculars
Contact the school for details on co-curricular activities and facilities. Ask what a normal week looks like outside lessons for your child's interests.
Inspections & Accreditations
Inspection
No published inspection details are currently available.
Accreditations
Accreditation details are not publicly listed.
Memberships
Membership details are not publicly listed.
Student Body
Amsterdam's international schools serve a highly diverse student body drawn from across Europe and beyond. Contact the school for current enrolment details.
Leadership
Ramesh Mahalingam
Ramesh Mahalingam is the Principal of Gifted Minds International School. Contact the school for further details.