School Attendance
To report your child's illness or notify us of a medical or legal appointment, please use the instructions available in the ISAMS Parent Portal: Please report your child’s absence before 8:00 a.m. (this will help avoid absence notifications).
The Legal/Medical Appointments option in the ISAMS parent portal is intended only for medical visits or appointments related to legal paperwork. For example passport renewal.
Procedure for Continued Late Arrivals or Unexcused Absences
AICS monitors student absences daily, including lateness. The school is legally obligated to report unexcused absences to the Truancy Office (Bureau Leerplicht) of the local municipality where the student is registered.
Parents/guardians are responsible for informing the school via the ISAMS Parent Portal or ISAMS Parent App before 8:30 a.m. in case of expected absences or late arrivals. Please note traffic or public transportation delays may not be considered as valid excuses for late arrivals.
For more information on our school policy for attendance, please refer to our School Guide.
Requesting Extraordinary Leave
Extraordinary Leave is leave outside of designated school vacation periods for exceptional circumstances. For example a wedding of a direct family member. Extraordinary Leave can only be granted once per school year and should not fall within the first two weeks of the school year after the summer break.
To request Extraordinary Leave please complete the Request Extended leave form in the Parent portal under menu Absence and Appointments. Please complete by a minimum of 6 weeks in advance of your leave. Supporting documentation might be requested. Your request will be evaluated and you will receive a response within 2 weeks. Decisions are in line with the Guidelines for Extraordinary Leave.
Important Notice for Secondary Students in Top Sport or Talent Programs
If a student is participating in a top sport or talent program that affects their timetable, please contact the absence team. Make sure to include any relevant documentation from the organisation supporting your activity. Your request will be evaluated by the Wellbeing Department in consultation with the Dutch Truancy Office.
School Calendar
Please review the AICS Year Overview 2025-2026 Calendar for important events, exams and school holidays. The AICS Year Overview may be subject to change. The current version is always available on the website.
To contact the Absence Team please email us at Aics Absence