TISA Leiden – Where Young Minds Begin Their Journey to School
Starting from age 3: Full-day learning through play, discovery, and care.
Smooth transition, bright future with TISA
We're an international primary school in Leiden, welcoming students from age 3 (grade 0).
Starting here makes the transition from daycare smooth and easy.
You'll find a playful learning environment where your child explores English, Dutch, math, science, sport, music, art, and more through engaging games and activities.
Starting here makes the transition from daycare smooth and easy.
You'll find a playful learning environment where your child explores English, Dutch, math, science, sport, music, art, and more through engaging games and activities.
Why Start at Age 3?
Your child will adapt to school in a caring and fun learning environment
Smooth transition from daycare
Play-based learning with real school subjects
Personal attention in small classes
Lots of Outdoor Activities
Learning English and Dutch Daily
Music Lessons - Choir and Piano
What Makes Us Special
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Full-day SchoolChildren enjoy a full school day with balanced activities, learning, playtime, and three healthy organic meals. -
English and Dutch DailyEveryday, students are immersed in both English and Dutch, guided by two dedicated teachers to naturally build bilingual skills. -
Small GroupsWith a maximum of 16 children per class and two teachers, every child receives personal attention, nurturing their individual growth and learning. -
Hot organic mealsOur in-house cook prepares fresh, organic, and nutritious meals daily, giving children the energy they need for learning and play. -
Animal and Garden CareChildren connect with nature by caring for alpacas, goats, and rabbits in our petting zoo, and learning responsibility and empathy through hands-on experiences. -
Daily Sports SessionsSport and movement are part of every day — helping children build coordination, strength, and a lifelong love for physical activity. -
Arts ProgramArt, Music, Drama, DIY Clay and many other workshops developing creativity and imagination. -
Robotics ProgramLEGO Robotics for developing essential motor skills in this age. -
Trips and CultureOnce a month we go on a big adventure to museums, parks, theaters and many more!
Learning by Doing
Taking Care of Our Garden
Outdoor Activities and Games
Day at TISA
7:30-8:30
Drop Off
We have extended hours for the drop off.
8:30 - 9:30
Morning Circle & Healthy Breakfast
Children enjoy a morning circle and a healthy organic breakfast to prepare for a day of learning.
9:30-12:00
Engaging Lessons
Engaging Lessons
The day is filled with interactive lessons in English, Dutch, math, science, and more, using games and hands-on activities.
12:00-14:00
Lunch & Break Outside
Lunch & Break Outside
Children enjoy a freshly cooked hot lunch, followed by outdoor playtime with access to the petting zoo.
14:00-17:30
Afternoon Activities & Snack
Afternoon Activities & Snack
Arts, music, clay modeling, drama lessons, sports, and LEGO robotics to develop creativity and motor skills, with a healthy snack.
17:30-18:30
Break Outside & Pick Up
Break Outside & Pick Up
Outdoor free play in our school yard while waiting for parents to pick up their children.
Learning Through Playing
Taking Care of Our Animals
Robotics Class
See Learning in Action
Tuition
Full-day programme: both school and BSO are required.
School Fee
School tuition fee is € 9,800 per year.
— First half of the day hours
— Covers all lessons and materials
— Sibling discount -10%
*Special discounts for Teddy Kids Families apply!
— First half of the day hours
— Covers all lessons and materials
— Sibling discount -10%
*Special discounts for Teddy Kids Families apply!
€816*
Per month
BSO Fee
After-school part of our programme is subsidised by the Dutch Government (BSO-Buitenscholse opvang). You can find our registration here, with the number: 237220672.
— Second half of the day hours, full day hours (during holidays)
— Covers all lessons, workshops, materials, meals
2025: €11.69 EUR per hour; 162 hours per month.
— Second half of the day hours, full day hours (during holidays)
— Covers all lessons, workshops, materials, meals
2025: €11.69 EUR per hour; 162 hours per month.
€1,893
Per month
Ready to Start Your Journey?
1. Book a School Tour
Important: We welcome children from the age of 3 and who are fully potty trained (no diepers).
2. Visit Us & Meet Our Team
Get to know our facilities and team.
3. Try out a day — or enroll right away!
Join us for a full day free of charge!
Q&A
We are a full day school so children stay in school between 8:30 and 17:30 with drop off time between 7:30 and 8:30 and pick up time between 17:30 and 18:30.
We keep classes small (up to 16 students per 2 teachers) to ensure individual approach to each child.
BSO is part of our full day programme starting from 13:00.
We offer classes in English and Dutch.
Yes, all meals are included into tuition already.
Have some questions?
Feel free to write, call, and visit us.
Call/WhatsApp
+31 6 43 28 33 16
