Bilingual Education

High-quality education and plenty of choice, even with fewer students
Working together to build a sustainable future for secondary education in Haarlemmermeer

The number of students in Haarlemmermeer has been declining for several years. Stichting IRiS and Dunamare Onderwijs therefore intend to join forces to ensure that a broad and varied range of secondary education continues to be available in Haarlemmermeer in the future.

Our intention is for Haarlemmermeer Lyceum TTO and KSH to work together to develop a new school offering havo, vwo and gymnasium education at the Assumburg site, with both mainstream and bilingual education. A final decision will be made before Christmas.

Parents and students can find more information about our plans, along with answers to frequently asked questions, at toekomstvohaarlemmermeer.nl. We update the page regularly with the latest news about our plans.

We also have an international department (Optimist International Academy). This programme is taught entirely in English and follows a different curriculum.

Discover Your World at Haarlemmermeer Lyceum!

In an increasingly international world, it’s important not only to learn a lot about others but also about yourself. At Haarlemmermeer Lyceum, bilingual education means much more than just learning to speak English and Dutch well. We make sure that you are strong in communication, not only in English but also in Dutch. Additionally, we teach you to understand and respect other cultures and ways of thinking.

Personal development is very important to us. We help you discover who you are, what you’re good at, and where your interests lie. Our goal is to turn you into a curious, open-minded, and critical thinker, preparing you for the world around you.
Whether your dream is to become an Olympic champion, pursue a career abroad, or let your talent shine in your own city, you can achieve it all at HLML! With our bilingual education, top sports program, and international focus, you’ll have every opportunity to bring out the best in yourself. We’re here to help you discover your talents so you can develop them to the fullest.

Ready to begin your adventure?
Check out the videos at the bottom of the page and discover what’s possible for you at Haarlemmermeer Lyceum!

Have The World at Your Feet

From your first day at Haarlemmermeer Lyceum, your journey toward becoming a true global citizen begins. With every step you take, you discover more of the world around you and grow into an independent, confident young adult. Whether you join the study trip to Normandy in the second year, the city trip in the senior years, or participate in the international exchange to China, you’ll create unforgettable memories and learning experiences with us. By the time you graduate, you’ll be ready to take on the world!

Education with an international perspective for everyone

At Haarlemmermeer Lyceum, you can follow bilingual education, regardless of your academic level. Whether you’re in MAVO, HAVO, or VWO, bilingual education is accessible to everyone. You don’t need to be fluent in English; that’s what you’ll learn at our school.
You’re welcome here, even if you speak little Dutch. We have a special NT2 program for students like you, where you’ll receive intensive Dutch lessons to quickly learn the language. Our lessons are taught in Dutch, with an international perspective. This way, we ensure that you quickly feel at home and can fully develop your talents.

Learning about the world through language

At our school, learning doesn’t just happen from books — it happens by doing, discovering, and working together. We believe it’s important that you learn about the world — and about what you can contribute to it.
That’s why we take part in projects that go beyond the classroom. In Year 1, for example, you’ll work with UNICEF on Children’s Rights, discovering what fairness, respect, and equal opportunities really mean.

During our Culture Week, everything revolves around getting to know each other. You’ll hear each other’s stories, taste dishes from around the world, and celebrate together at our colourful culture market — with food and traditions from every corner of the globe.

We do this because we believe in the values of UNESCO: respect for others, care for our planet, and building a better future together.
We’re proud to be a UNESCO candidate school — a place where you learn to explore the world with an open mind and a big heart.

At the same time, we work with language-oriented subject teaching, because language really is our thing. Being able to read, write, speak, and persuade effectively is the foundation for everything you’ll learn — both at school and later in your career. We use methods such as CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning) and language-focused teaching to bring language to life in every subject: from reading for pleasure to taking part in (international) debates.

This way, we connect subjects, cultures, and languages. Because learning becomes truly fun when you see how everything fits together — and when you realise that your voice matters, wherever you go in the world.

Combine Top Sports and Bilingual Education at Haarlemmermeer Lyceum

Are you a top sports talent and want to bring out the best in yourself, both on the field and in the classroom? You can do that at our school! With our bilingual education (TTO) and top sports program, we ensure that you can combine your sports career with an excellent education. Our education prepares you for an international future – ideal if you also want to break through internationally in sports. We offer the flexibility and support you need to grow in both sports and school. This way, you don’t have to choose between your dreams – you can make both come true!