A new chapter begins for your child.
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Welcome, Teddy Kids Parents.
Now he’s Theodore, ready for school.
Teddy has grown up.
A future-focused school built by the very same team, for your children.
From Teddy Kids to TISA — our roots have grown into something incredible.
Theodore International Startup Academy.
Introducing TISA.
#International_Baccalaureate #Dutch #English #Entrepreneurship #Art #Robotics #Coding #Music #Chess #Alpacas
We dare to be different:
launch real businesses 🚀, perform on stage 🎭, learn coding 🖥️, build robots with LEGO 🤖, and sharpen minds with chess ♟️ — all while nurturing deep understanding, confidence, and fun.
Your IB primary school, born in Leiden — raised by Teddy Kids parents and educators.
Some of the things TISA students do in one year :
Create 2 real business projects per year
and present them on a conference to the real entrepreneurs and company experts.
Perform 2 live theatre shows on stage
and 4 music concerts and an art showcase.
Compete in tournaments and competitions
Chess, JiuJitsu, Math, Gymnastics – you name it! Our students take prize places and medals.
Just deep understanding, confidence, and fun.
No memorizing.
No copy-pasting.
"In less than a year, our son went from not speaking English or counting… to selling his own art, winning jiu-jitsu tournaments, and saving up for a 3D printer. We never taught him entrepreneurship — TISA awakened it in him. We’re pleasantly surprised by who he’s becoming."
We’re inviting Teddy Kids families to spend a full week at TISA, completely free.
✅ For 3- and 4-year-olds
✅ Full-day program (like daycare)
✅ Snacks, meals, and activities all included
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Because we’re not just teaching school subjects — we’re teaching kids how to build.
TISA is an IB World School that specializes in entrepreneurship, business, and the arts.
We call ourselves an academy because we go beyond traditional learning — inspiring children to think independently, create projects, and become future-ready from day one.
TISA is an IB World School that specializes in entrepreneurship, business, and the arts.
We call ourselves an academy because we go beyond traditional learning — inspiring children to think independently, create projects, and become future-ready from day one.
While many international schools offer strong academics, TISA combines the IB curriculum with real-world skills — like business, public speaking, design, leadership, and cultural understanding.
Every child also joins one of two pathways — STEAM (Science & Tech) or CAD (Creative Arts & Design) — so they can go deeper into their passions early onEvery child also joins one of two pathways — STEAM (Science & Tech) or CAD (Creative Arts & Design) — so they can go deeper into their passions early on
Every child also joins one of two pathways — STEAM (Science & Tech) or CAD (Creative Arts & Design) — so they can go deeper into their passions early onEvery child also joins one of two pathways — STEAM (Science & Tech) or CAD (Creative Arts & Design) — so they can go deeper into their passions early on
Yes! TISA offers a full-day programme — but it’s designed with joy, rhythm, and variety.
We combine deep learning with movement, creativity, and play.
Children actually look forward to their days — because every hour feels alive, meaningful, and fun.
We combine deep learning with movement, creativity, and play.
Children actually look forward to their days — because every hour feels alive, meaningful, and fun.
STEAM focuses on science, technology, engineering, arts, and math, while CAD leans into creative arts, design thinking, media, and storytelling.
Both tracks include workshops in robotics, theatre, entrepreneurship, and more — kids choose what excites them and explore both before specialising.
Both tracks include workshops in robotics, theatre, entrepreneurship, and more — kids choose what excites them and explore both before specialising.
Yes. We are a proud IB World School, which means your child receives a globally respected education focused on inquiry, reflection, and international-mindedness — all while building real-world skills along the way.
Absolutely — and more.
TISA offers advanced math, exposure to classical literature, and strong language development in both Dutch and English.
But we go further — teaching kids how to apply what they learn in real situations and express themselves confidently in every setting.
TISA offers advanced math, exposure to classical literature, and strong language development in both Dutch and English.
But we go further — teaching kids how to apply what they learn in real situations and express themselves confidently in every setting.
We don’t separate emotional wellbeing from learning — they go hand in hand.
Our small class sizes, caring teachers, and mentorship approach ensure every child is seen, heard, and valued.
We teach emotional intelligence, teamwork, and self-awareness as essential life tools.
Our small class sizes, caring teachers, and mentorship approach ensure every child is seen, heard, and valued.
We teach emotional intelligence, teamwork, and self-awareness as essential life tools.
TISA keeps class sizes intentionally small — maximum 16 children per group.
This ensures personal attention, deeper relationships, and an environment where every child is encouraged to grow at their own pace.
This ensures personal attention, deeper relationships, and an environment where every child is encouraged to grow at their own pace.
Seamlessly.
TISA was born out of the Teddy Kids philosophy, so your child already understands the rhythm of love, discovery, and care.
They’ll see familiar faces, feel comfortable, and gradually grow into the next level — without feeling overwhelmed or “thrown into” school life.
TISA was born out of the Teddy Kids philosophy, so your child already understands the rhythm of love, discovery, and care.
They’ll see familiar faces, feel comfortable, and gradually grow into the next level — without feeling overwhelmed or “thrown into” school life.
Yes — and naturally.
TISA offers a bilingual environment, where both languages are used in meaningful, context-rich ways.
Children absorb vocabulary, structure, and confidence through play, storytelling, and real conversation — not just lessons.
TISA offers a bilingual environment, where both languages are used in meaningful, context-rich ways.
Children absorb vocabulary, structure, and confidence through play, storytelling, and real conversation — not just lessons.
At TISA, values aren’t a poster on the wall — they’re part of how we live.
We guide children in how to behave respectfully, present themselves confidently, and act responsibly in different environments.
Our culture is shaped by family values, global awareness, and strong interpersonal skills.
We guide children in how to behave respectfully, present themselves confidently, and act responsibly in different environments.
Our culture is shaped by family values, global awareness, and strong interpersonal skills.
Perfect — that’s exactly what we offer.
TISA is built around multiple intelligences, meaning children learn through movement, creativity, group work, and real-life problem solving.
We honour the whole child, not just their academic side.
TISA is built around multiple intelligences, meaning children learn through movement, creativity, group work, and real-life problem solving.
We honour the whole child, not just their academic side.
Children who are curious, energetic, sensitive, bold, or imaginative — they all thrive here.
Because TISA isn’t about one type of child.
It’s about giving every child the tools, support, and space they need to become exactly who they’re meant to be.
Because TISA isn’t about one type of child.
It’s about giving every child the tools, support, and space they need to become exactly who they’re meant to be.