Key takeaways
Finding the right online school fit for your child in the Netherlands depends on what you need. Full-time K–12 replacement? Not an option under Dutch law. Supplementary AP courses, College Prep, or English enrichment? That's where Legacy comes in. WASC-accredited online school serving students in 30+ countries. Live lessons. College Board-approved AP credits. Flexible scheduling around existing secondary school commitments.
- Dutch law requires children aged 5–16 to attend an accredited school physically; online schooling can only supplement, not replace
- Legacy offers WASC-accredited AP courses, College Prep, and English programs designed to fit around your child's existing school schedule
- Live lessons capped at 15 learners per group ensure personalized support and interactive learning
- AP credits earned through Legacy are accepted by 500+ universities worldwide
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We are a US-accredited international online school that coexists with local schooling. Families are responsible for ensuring compliance with any local education requirements applicable to their situation.
What Makes an Online School “Best” for Expat Students?
Depends on your goals. Supplement your child’s Dutch education with advanced coursework? Prepare for US or Canadian universities? English-language academic exposure?
Legacy adds to your child’s school through flexible online education programs. AP courses. Part-time K-12. Summer school. College Guidance. Delivered live. Real educators. Little groups.
If you want US-accredited coursework that integrates with your child’s current program without disrupting their schedule, Legacy’s built for that.
Why Families Choose Legacy
Parents in Amsterdam, The Hague, Rotterdam use Legacy for different reasons. College Board AP credits that strengthen university applications. Preparing for a move to North America. English-language instruction at an academic level their local school doesn’t reach.
According to ISchool Advisor’s 2026 cost guide, international schools in the Netherlands often charge tuition exceeding €20,000 per year. Supplementary online options offer a cost-effective alternative.
Legacy’s tuition and fees vary by course and grade level. Our dual enrollment partnerships with Arizona State University and the University of South Florida let motivated pupils earn college credits while still in high school.
Live Lessons, Small Groups
Real-time lessons with qualified teachers, not asynchronous modules. Class sizes cap at 15 children. Curriculum delivered via FlexPoint Education Cloud. According to OECD research on education, small group sizes in online learning environments significantly improve student engagement and outcomes. Educators give feedback, track progress. Classmates collaborate on projects, build independent learning skills.
Elementary school courses build foundational skills. Middle school programs introduce challenging material. High school offerings include AP coursework, honors sessions, college prep.
Sophie De Vries in The Hague
Sophie De Vries, 16, attends a Dutch VWO school in The Hague. Plans to study computer science at a US university. Wanted AP coursework her school didn’t offer.
2024, she enrolled in Legacy’s AP Computer Science A and AP Calculus BC. Both ran evenings. Didn’t interfere with her school day. Earned 5s on both AP exams May 2025.
Her national school accepted the credits as independent study. Total cost: fraction of what her family would’ve spent on private tutoring or switching schools.
Top Tips from Our Expert
Maya Robinson, College Prep Advisor at Legacy Online School
- Start AP courses in grade 10 or 11. Earlier gives your child time to build a testing record.
- Don’t overload. One or two AP courses alongside a full Dutch school schedule is plenty.
- Check university requirements early. Different countries have different AP credit policies.
- Use summer school to get ahead. Take core courses in summer, focus on AP sessions during term time.
We are a US-accredited international online school that coexists with local schooling. Families are responsible for ensuring compliance with any local education requirements applicable to their situation.
Legacy Online School’s programs are offered as supplementary education for students in the Netherlands. Under Dutch law (Leerplichtwet 1969), children aged 5–16 residing in the Netherlands are required to attend an accredited school. Legacy Online School does not offer full-time K–12 education as a substitute for compulsory school attendance for students permanently residing in the Netherlands. Families are solely responsible for ensuring compliance with Dutch compulsory education requirements.
