Welcome to Rotterdam Event – 8 September 2026

Are you new to Rotterdam and curious to meet other internationals and newcomers? Join Rotterdam International Center for our Welcome to Rotterdam event on Tuesday September 8, 2026 at the Timmerhuis.

Zeeland International Day: 26 September 2026

Zeeland International Center invites international employees and their families, partners, international students, and foreign start-ups who have settled in Zeeland to our Year Event “Back to the Future” on Saturday, September 26, 2026. We look forward to welcoming you all to this Innovative, Informative, and Enjoyable day.

May I travel abroad during sick leave?

Dutch law contains no explicit prohibition on a sick employee traveling abroad. However, that doesn’t mean you can simply leave. An employee must always request permission for a stay abroad.

Childcare in the Netherlands: Expat Childcare Guide

To help expat parents find their way, we created the Kindergarden Expat Childcare Guide. This practical guide explains how childcare in the Netherlands works, what you can expect from Dutch daycare, and how early childcare supports your child’s social, emotional and language development.

Webinar: Screenagers Unplugged – 5 May

Parenting in the digital age isn’t easy. From endless scrolling and sleep disruption to online pressure and shrinking attention spans, today’s children are growing up in a world that never switches off.

Webinar: Dutch Wills and Testaments – 23 April

Death and taxes are people’s least favourite conversation topics and yet, we also know that it’s essential to take care of those we leave behind. Every parent should have a will to avoid legal or tax-related problems, should the un-thinkable happen.

Open afternoon at the ISE Sparrow Building – 9 April

The ISE is delighted to open the doors to their brand-new extension, the Sparrow Building, which includes additional classrooms, a welcoming cafeteria area, and a high-end theatre equipped with state-of-the-art sound and lighting.