Grade 0 — Early Years
Starting from age 3: Full-day learning through play, discovery, and care.
Grade 0 is TISA International School's full-day early-years programme for children aged 3–4, based in Leiden, the Netherlands. Through play-based learning, it builds language, numeracy, creativity, and social confidence in a warm, structured environment — the perfect launchpad for the TISA journey ahead.
Ages
3–4 years old
Drop-off
7:30 – 8:30
Pick-up
17:30 – 18:30
Admission requirement: children must be fully potty-trained before joining Grade 0.
A Day in Grade 0
Every day follows a predictable, nurturing rhythm — giving young children the security to explore and grow.
7:30
8:30
School Day
9 hrs
17:30
18:30
Morning Circle & Breakfast
Children gather to start the day together with a morning circle and a nourishing breakfast.
Interactive Lessons
Structured learning in English, Dutch, math, and science through hands-on discovery.
Lunch & Outdoor Play
A shared lunch followed by free outdoor play — social skills, fresh air, and movement.
Arts, Music, Drama, Sports, Robotics & Snack
Afternoon enrichment across creative and physical disciplines, with a mid-afternoon snack.
Outdoor Free Play
Wind-down time outside while families arrive for pick-up.
Cosy reading nooks and joyful outdoor play, every single day.
What does Grade 0 teach?
A broad, integrated curriculum designed for curious minds aged 3–4.
Tuition & Fees
2025 fee schedule. All fees are listed per child.
School Tuition
€816
per month
€9,800 / year — includes all lessons, materials, and meals.
BSO (After-School Care)
€11.69
per hour
Approximately 162 hours / month available.
Sibling Discount
10%
off school tuition
Applied automatically when enrolling a second (or subsequent) sibling.
Teddy Kids Families
Special Discounts
Families currently enrolled at Teddy Kids benefit from exclusive discounts. Contact us for details.
How to Enroll
Four simple steps — starting with a free trial day for your child.
Book a School Tour
Schedule a visit to see our campus, meet the teachers, and ask all your questions.
Visit the Campus
Tour the Grade 0 classroom, outdoor areas, and get a feel for our daily rhythm.
Try a Full Day — Free
Your child spends a complete school day with us at no charge before you decide.
Free of chargeEnroll
Complete the enrolment paperwork and secure your child's place for the new school year.
What ages does Grade 0 accept?
Grade 0 is TISA's full-day early-years programme for children aged 3–4, based in Leiden, the Netherlands.
How much does Grade 0 cost?
Grade 0 costs €9,800 per year, billed monthly (from €816/month). This includes all lessons, materials, and meals.
What does a Grade 0 child learn?
Grade 0 builds language, numeracy, creativity, and social confidence through play-based learning, with a broad curriculum spanning English, Dutch, math, science, arts, and robotics.
How many hours a month is Grade 0?
Grade 0 offers approximately 162 hours per month of full-day care and learning.
What happens after Grade 0?
Grade 0 is the launchpad for the TISA journey: children move on to the IB Primary Years Programme as they grow toward age 5.
Frequently Asked Questions
Give Your Child the Best Start
Book a school tour, visit the campus, and let your child try a full day — completely free of charge.