Expert IB tutors in the Netherlands & online

At an international school in Amsterdam, The Hague or Rotterdam, or on the English IB route of a Dutch school, your child can work one-to-one with an IB graduate, a qualified teacher or a specialist with examiner experience. Lessons are live, online and booked on Central European Time, cover every Diploma subject as well as the IA, Extended Essay and TOK, and cost from €63 an hour.

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IB tutors available to families in the Netherlands

These are a few of the 700+ tutors we can match to your child: IB graduates with top scores of their own, teachers who have taught the Diploma for years, and specialists with examiner experience. Tell us the subjects and levels, and we'll suggest who fits, from €63 an hour.

Anna

Anna

IB graduate

IB Global Politics Tutor45/45 IB graduateUCL6 years' tutoring

I’m Anna! I completed the IB in 2022 with 45 points and I am now an International Relations and Spanish student at UCL. I am currently spending my year abroad studying in Buenos Aires, Argentina. During the IB, I took HL Global Politics, Spanish and Maths AI alongside SL English, Geography and Biology, and I completed my EE in Global Politics. I have been tutoring for 6 years across a range of subjects, from IB level Global Politics and Spanish, to secondary school maths and sciences. My focus often involves applying academic studies to real life examples. Grounding academic theories in practical contexts helps students to synthesise and revise class content, while learning how to apply it within exams. Outside of studying, I enjoy travel, sports (primarily rugby and running) and reading.

  • Global Politics
  • Spanish B
  • Extended Essay
  • Spanish ab initio
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Babita

Babita

IB specialist

IB Visual Arts Tutor19 years' IB teaching

I am also an IBDP Visual Arts Examiner for 2 external components, (Process Portfolio and Comparative Study), as well as examiner for (Visual Arts) Extended Essay. My IB and IGCSE students have always scored Top Grades in Visual Arts, Art and Design as well as in Extended Essay.

  • Visual Arts
  • Extended Essay
  • TOK
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Noelia

Noelia

IB specialist

IB Spanish A Lang & Lit TutorSenior examiner experienceIB workshop leaderFormer DP coordinator

Beyond teaching, I work with the International Baccalaureate as a Senior Examiner, Workshop Leader, Online Facilitator, Consultant, and Evaluation Visit Team Member, supporting schools across all four IB programmes. My tutoring style combines academic rigor with empathy and flexibility.

  • Spanish A Lang & Lit
  • Spanish B
  • Spanish A Lit
  • Spanish ab initio
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Agata

Agata

IB specialist

IB Polish A Literature TutorIB workshop leader20+ years' IB teaching

My name is Agata. I am a Polish A literature teacher and TOK & EE coordinator and examiner. I have been preparing for the IB Matura exam for over 20 years. My job is also to run workshops for Polish language teachers in the IB system. I received a PhD in humanities and have published numerous articles on Polish language teaching methodology and literary theory. However, my greatest passion is working with young people. In my teaching I focus on an individual approach to each student, I also strive to introduce concepts that are crucial for understanding literature, human being, and the contemporary world. I believe that asking questions and critical thinking are the most important skills that can be learned in school. Personally, I love exploring new places, hiking and the other outdoor activities, meeting new people. I am fascinated by the poetry of Wisława Szymborska, but I also enjoy intelligent humor and satire.

  • Polish A Lit
  • TOK
  • Extended Essay
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Samuel

Samuel

IB specialist

IB English B Tutor6+ years' IB teachingDurham University

I examine English B HL and Theory of Knowledge and teach both subjects in an international school in Spain. I have taught in the IB system for more than six years but my teaching experience goes back at least 10 more. As an examiner I have an inside line into exactly what the IB are looking for, whether it be in a TOK essay, English B writing or extended essays.

  • English B
  • TOK
  • Extended Essay
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Joel

Joel

IB specialist

IB TOK TutorIB workshop leader15+ years' teaching

I’m Joel, an experienced IB educator and curriculum leader with over fifteen years of teaching and tutoring experience in international schools across Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Latin America and China. I have supported learners in MYP and DP programmes and served as a TOK Co-Coordinator and IB Workshop Leader and Examiner. I hold a Master’s in Education in Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment, and I have designed and delivered teaching and learning experiences in IB schools. As a tutor I specialise in guiding students in IB core subjects (TOK) and Theatre, and helping them build conceptual understanding, exam-ready skills and confidence in global contexts. My tutoring style is inquiry-driven and student-centred: I help students connect their learning to real-world issues, develop clear strategies for assessments and express their thinking clearly. I draw on my experience coaching teachers and mentoring students to build a collaborative, reflective tutoring relationship where students lead their own growth. Outside tutoring I’m passionate about theatre, multilingualism and storytelling. I speak English and Swahili, enjoy cultural travel and filmmaking, and love helping learners express their ideas with confidence and creativity.

  • TOK
  • Theatre
  • Drama
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Anita

Anita

IB specialist

IB Chemistry TutorIA moderator10+ years' IB teaching

I’m Anita, and I have been teaching IB Diploma Chemistry for nearly 14 years. I also serve as an IBDP Examiner as well as IA Moderator— roles that have not only broadened my understanding of the IB curriculum but also allowed me to contribute to its ongoing development. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of working at some of the most prestigious international schools in Dubai, UAE, which has deepened my subject expertise and given me the opportunity to engage with students of diverse abilities and cultural backgrounds. Many of the schools I’ve worked with—such as Dubai International Academy, Emirates Hills where I’ve spent a significant part of my career, are recognized for their exceptionally high standards —an environment that has continually pushed me to elevate both my teaching practices and my expectations of student performance. My students find my classes focused, supportive, and exam oriented. I always strive to bring out the best in every student I teach, and the most fulfilling part of my work is guiding students to find strategies that suit their learning styles, witnessing their confidence develop, and celebrating their success as they secure admission to their chosen universities.

  • Chemistry
  • Internal Assessment
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Waqar

Waqar

IB teacher

IB Computer Science TutorHead of Computer Science15+ years' teaching

I hold a Master’s degree from MAJU Islamabad and a Bachelor’s degree from UCP Lahore. Over the years, I’ve successfully guided IB students through all aspects of the course, from mastering Paper 1 and Paper 2 topics to completing their Internal Assessments and Extended Essays with confidence.

  • Computer Science
  • Internal Assessment
  • Extended Essay
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Maxime

Maxime

IB graduate

IB Maths AA & Chemistry Tutor45/45 IB graduateUniversity of Oxford

I am an IB tutor specialising in Mathematics and Chemistry, currently studying Chemistry at the University of Oxford, and I achieved a full score of 45 in the IB Diploma, giving me a clear understanding of what it takes to succeed at the highest level. My teaching focuses on building deep understanding alongside strong exam technique, breaking down complex topics into clear, manageable steps and adapting each lesson to suit the individual needs and learning style of the student. Having recently completed the IB, I offer up-to-date insight into the curriculum, mark schemes, and what examiners are really looking for, as well as proven revision strategies that helped me achieve top results. I aim to create a supportive and focused environment where students gain confidence, improve consistently, and reach their full academic potential.

  • Chemistry
  • Maths AA
  • Biology
  • English Lang & Lit
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Valentina

Valentina

IB teacher

IB Italian A Lang & Lit Tutor10 years' tutoringPhD in Italian Studies

I’m Valentina, an experienced IB teacher and elite tutor specialising in Italian A and academic writing, with a PhD in Italian Studies and many years of experience in international education. I hold a PhD in Italian Studies from the University of Reading (UK) and currently teach IB DP Italian A, as well as MYP Italian Language and Literature, in an international school. Alongside my full-time teaching role, I work as an online IB Italian tutor (Italian A, B, and ab initio) and Extended Essay supervisor for international students. I also have a strong background as a SEN specialist, supporting students through personalised strategies, IEPs, and inclusive learning approaches. My tutoring style combines academic rigour with empathy and structure. I help students develop clear analytical thinking, strong writing skills, and confidence with IB assessment criteria. I am particularly skilled at guiding students through the Extended Essay process and supporting learners who need tailored or flexible approaches. I see tutoring as both academic guidance and mentorship. Outside teaching, I am a published poet and visual artist. I believe creativity deeply enriches learning and helps students find their own voice.

  • Italian A Lang & Lit
  • Italian A Lit
  • Italian B
  • Extended Essay
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What we support

Where a tutor helps across the Diploma

Some families book help with one coursework piece or one HL paper; others want a tutor from the first weeks of DP1 to the final exam. In both cases we look for a tutor who knows that course and how it is assessed.

  • HL & SL subjects All six subject groups, including Maths AA, Maths AI, Physics, Chemistry, Economics, English Lang & Lit, Business Management and Psychology.
  • Internal Assessments A workable question, a sound method and feedback on each draft measured against the IA criteria.
  • Extended Essay Planning, research and reflection under the new criteria that apply from the May 2027 session.
  • Theory of Knowledge Knowledge questions for the essay, and exhibition objects with a clear link to their prompt.
  • Mock exam preparation Past papers under timed conditions, with each lost mark traced back to a topic or a habit.
  • Predicted grade lifts Focused work on the subject whose grade decides a ranking, an offer or a programme’s entry rule.

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The IB in the Netherlands

The IB Diploma in the Netherlands: the vwo, schools and fees

More than 25 schools here teach the IB Diploma, from state-funded international schools to Dutch schools with an English-language IB route.

Nuffic, the Dutch organisation that publishes official diploma comparisons, rates the IB Diploma at the level of a VWO diploma. Vwo is the six-year pre-university track of Dutch secondary school that leads to research universities; the five-year havo leads to universities of applied sciences. Nuffic sets no subject conditions, so each university adds its own, as the section on Dutch universities below shows. About 4,600 students sat IB exams in the Netherlands in May 2025, the third-largest number in the IB's Africa, Europe and Middle East region, after Spain and the UK.

The schools fall into three groups. Most are state-funded international schools, often the international department of a Dutch school, which charge a parental contribution of roughly €6,000 to €12,000 a year in the DP. Private international schools, such as the International School of Amsterdam in Amstelveen and the British School in the Netherlands, charge roughly €24,000 to €33,000 a year plus capital or enrolment fees (2026-27 figures from the schools' own fee pages). The third group are Dutch schools teaching an English-language IB route beside havo and vwo, such as Alasca and DENISE in Amsterdam and the Maartenscollege's International School Groningen. The Hague area has more private international schools than any other, as our page on The Hague explains.

  • 4,639 Students who sat IB exams in the Netherlands in May 2025 (IB statistical bulletin)
  • 25+ Schools teaching the IB Diploma, by our school-by-school count (November 2026)
  • 1.5+ Average grade gain in a subject, with Lanterna

Schools we support students from

IB schools in and around Amsterdam, The Hague, Rotterdam, Eindhoven and Utrecht whose students have had lessons with our tutors

  • Amsterdam International Community School Amsterdam
  • International School of The Hague The Hague
  • Rotterdam International Secondary School Rotterdam
  • International School Eindhoven Eindhoven
  • International School Utrecht Utrecht
  • International School of Amsterdam Amstelveen
  • International School Het Rijnlands Lyceum Oegstgeest Oegstgeest
  • Nord Anglia International School Rotterdam Rotterdam
  • American School of The Hague Wassenaar
  • DENISE (De Nieuwe Internationale School Esprit) Amsterdam
Dutch universities

Applying to Dutch universities with an IB Diploma

Every Dutch university we checked accepts the full IB Diploma for general admission and then applies each programme's own subject, level and grade rules, so HL choices decide which degrees stay open. TU Delft accepts only Maths: Analysis and Approaches HL, and Maastricht University asks for at least three HL subjects. Lanterna's IB guide to Dutch universities goes through the main institutions.

Applications start in Studielink, the national registration system, after which each university runs its own portal. For 2027 entry, numerus fixus programmes, the bachelor's degrees with capped places and their own selection, close on 15 January 2027; most others close on 1 May, or 1 April for applicants who need a visa. Your child can apply to at most two numerus fixus programmes a year, and to Medicine at only one university. Groningen counts a Dutch student with an IB as an applicant with an international diploma, which changes the deadline at some of its programmes, such as University College Groningen, whose international deadline for 2027 entry (1 November 2026) has already passed.

The statutory tuition fee, which applies to EU and EEA students, is €2,771 for 2027-28. University colleges may charge more because they teach in small groups.

Key dates for 2027 entry

  • 15 January 2027 Studielink deadline for numerus fixus programmes
  • 1 April 2027 Deadline for most programmes if your child needs a visa
  • 15 April 2027 Ranking numbers for numerus fixus applicants
  • Late April 2027 May IB exams begin, running to mid-May
  • 1 May 2027 Deadline for most other bachelor’s programmes
  • Early July 2027 IB results
Beyond the three cities

IB tutoring in Eindhoven, Utrecht and other Dutch towns

International School Eindhoven, a state-funded school teaching the Diploma since 1982, shares its city with TU Eindhoven, which asks for Maths AA HL on every bachelor's programme; our Maths AA page covers what that means for DP1 choices. In Utrecht, the state-funded International School Utrecht has taught the DP since 2016 and follows the Dutch school holidays, with Utrecht University and University College Utrecht nearby.

Elsewhere, the Diploma is taught at International School Groningen in Haren, UWC Maastricht, Rivers International School in Arnhem, International School Twente in Enschede, International School Breda and Eerde International Boarding School in Ommen. Lessons are online, so a student in any of these towns has the same choice of tutors as one in a big city.

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What IB students and parents say about Lanterna

Grade 5 to 7
“He is really passionate about what he teaches. Konstantinos has an incredible knowledge about the Film IB Subject. His time management skills are great and, most importantly, he gives his students confidence in themselves.”
Ana G., student São Luís · Class of 2024 · Film
Grade 3 to 6
“She gives very clear instructions during the lessons, which makes it easier for me to understand everything. She gives me enough homework so I can improve everything and really work on it.”
Ben E., student Antwerp International School · Class of 2025 · Mathematics: Analysis & Approaches
Grade 6 to 7
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University destinations

Our students now attend

  • University of Oxford University of Oxford
  • University of Cambridge University of Cambridge
  • Harvard University Harvard University
  • Stanford University Stanford University
  • MIT MIT
  • Imperial College London Imperial College London
  • UCL UCL
  • LSE LSE
  • ETH Zürich ETH Zürich
  • National University of Singapore National University of Singapore
University destinations

Where IB students from Dutch schools go next

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Universities in the Netherlands

There are no national figures, so school lists are the best guide: International School Utrecht's destinations for 2024–26 include Erasmus University Rotterdam and Radboud University. Erasmus's selective programmes are on our Rotterdam page. English-taught places may shrink under a cabinet plan to make Dutch the default language of bachelor's degrees, though it is not law (November 2026); our English Lang & Lit page follows it. For programmes that ask for a motivation letter, see our guide to motivation letters for European universities.

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The UK, Ireland and further afield

The same Utrecht list reaches well beyond the Netherlands: UCL and Imperial College London, Trinity College Dublin, Copenhagen Business School, Luiss in Rome, IÉSEG in Paris, Loughborough and Tulane in the US. The British School in the Netherlands reports 22 students taking up places at Russell Group universities in 2022. Each country runs its own application system, and our guide for IB graduates applying abroad covers the basics.

Prices

What IB lessons cost, in euros

Every lesson is one-to-one, online and priced in euros. You choose an IB graduate, a qualified teacher or a specialist, and the hourly rate drops on bigger packages, from 3 hours up to 180.

Graduates

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Scored 40+ in the IB and 7s in the subjects they teach

from €63 an hour

Best for: skill-building, relatable mentorship, steady grade improvement

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Teachers

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Certified educators with 10+ years' IB experience

from €79 an hour

Best for: curriculum clarity & confidence building.

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Specialists

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Specialists with IB examiner and senior-marker experience

from €104 an hour

Best for: exam preparation & top-band results.

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FAQs

IB tutoring questions from families in the Netherlands

When should tutoring start if my child is applying for a numerus fixus programme?

Ideally during DP1. For 2027 entry, numerus fixus applications close in Studielink on 15 January 2027 and ranking numbers come out on 15 April, both before the IB exams begin in late April, so where a programme selects on grades, it uses the ones your child has already earned, such as DP1 results; our Internal Assessment page explains which programmes do that. The Christmas holiday, 19 December 2026 to 3 January 2027, is the last break before the January deadline and often overlaps with mocks and coursework drafts, so starting in the autumn leaves time to act on what a tutor finds.

Can a tutor help my child move from vwo into the IB Diploma?

Yes. A few state-funded schools take Dutch pupils into the DP, each on its own terms: International School Groningen at the Maartenscollege invites vwo students to make “de overstap van het vwo naar het IB Diploma Programme” (the switch from vwo to the DP), and our Rotterdam page describes RISS's rule. Often the hardest part is studying and being examined in English, with coursework marked against IB criteria. A tutor can take on the subject that feels least familiar, frequently HL maths or a science, and show how IB answers earn their marks.

Can a tutor help my child choose HL subjects with a Dutch degree in mind?

Yes. Most Dutch programmes set no IB points total; what they name is subjects and levels: TU Delft takes only Maths: Analysis and Approaches HL, and Medicine at Maastricht and Groningen asks for Biology HL among other sciences, as our Biology page sets out. A tutor who knows the degree your child is considering can check the HL and SL plan against its published rules early in DP1, then work on the subjects it names. Lanterna's article on choosing between Higher and Standard Level covers the wider trade-offs.

We live in Eindhoven or Utrecht. How can my child get an IB tutor?

Start with a free consultation on this site. ib-tutors.nl is Lanterna Education's site for families in the Netherlands, and every lesson is live and online, so a student at International School Eindhoven or International School Utrecht picks from the same 700+ tutors as one in Amsterdam. We match the tutor to your child's subjects, levels and timetable on Central European Time, and lessons start at €63 an hour.

Do lessons carry on through the meivakantie, when the IB exams begin?

They can. The Dutch May holiday falls inside the May 2027 exam window, which runs from late April to mid-May, so DP2 students are revising while younger pupils are off school; our Geography page gives the regional dates. Because lessons are online, they continue from home or wherever the family travels, and you can add hours for the papers still ahead or pause once the last exam is done.

Our school asks outside tutors for a VOG. Does that apply to lessons we book at home?

Not as the law is written. Since 1 January 2025, Dutch schools must hold a copy of the VOG (Verklaring Omtrent het Gedrag, a certificate of conduct) for anyone working as or for a private education provider in the school building during or straight after school hours, or under the school board's responsibility (Staatsblad 2024, 310). The duty sits with schools; tutoring that parents arrange themselves falls outside it. Lanterna's safeguarding policy describes how we work with students under 18.

Is a large package better value than booking a few hours at a time?

Per hour, yes: the rate falls as packages grow from 3 hours to 180, and the €63 rate applies when you book the biggest package with an IB graduate. A short package suits one goal, such as an IA draft or a set of mock papers; support across DP1 and DP2 costs less per hour on a larger one. Everything is priced in euros, and the prices section compares the tiers.

We are moving to the Netherlands partway through the Diploma. Can the same tutor continue?

Yes. Lessons are online, so your child keeps the same tutor before, during and after the move, booked in whichever time zone you are in until you arrive. A new school may teach different options within a subject or set its own coursework deadlines, so send us its subject list and the tutor will plan around it. Our Amsterdam and The Hague pages name the schools we support students from in each area.

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