Stadspas & kindtegoed
Do you have a Stadspas in Amsterdam? Then you can also use the municipality's schemes, such as the kindtegoed (child credit). Check amsterdam.nl to see which scheme applies to you.
Funding & rights
Tutoring does not have to be a luxury.
Many parents do not know they may be entitled to funding for tutoring. On this page we list the options — so money is never a reason to give up.
Stichting Leergeld Amsterdam
Funding for tutoring on a low income
Stichting Leergeld Amsterdam helps children from families on a tight budget, so they can take part at school. One of the things you can apply for is funding for tutoring.
- For school-age children in Amsterdam (4 to 17 years)
- For families with a low income
- With a positive recommendation from the school, Leergeld reimburses up to €500 per child per school year for tutoring
- You choose the tutoring organisation yourself — Leergeld pays the tutoring provider directly
Source: leergeldamsterdam.nl (consulted November 2026). Conditions and amounts may change — Leergeld decides on each application itself. Focus Bijlesinstituut is not part of Leergeld.
Go to Leergeld Amsterdam ↗How to apply
Check whether you are eligible
On the Leergeld Amsterdam website you enter your postcode and see whether your application goes to them.
Ask the school for a recommendation
Leergeld asks for a positive recommendation from the school that tutoring is needed.
Submit the application
Leergeld assesses the application, often with a conversation or home visit.
Choose Focus Bijlesinstituut
Once approved, you let them know you want tutoring with us. We arrange the invoicing with Leergeld.
More options
Know your rights
Not in Amsterdam, or need more help? There are more schemes. We are happy to point you in the right direction.
Leergeld in other municipalities
Many other municipalities also have a Leergeld foundation. Where there is none, you can apply via the national portal Sam& voor alle kinderen (samenvoorallekinderen.nl).
Ask at school
Some schools offer support themselves or know local funds. The mentor or care coordinator often knows the way.
Frequently asked questions
Questions about funding
Can I do a trial lesson before the funding is arranged?
Yes. The trial lesson is always free. That way you know whether we are a good fit before you complete the application.
What if the €500 runs out?
After that you pay the normal rates. We discuss in advance how many lessons fit within the amount, so there are no surprises. If you choose group lessons or a regular weekly lesson, you can take more lessons with the same amount.
Do you help with the application?
We can explain how it works and what you need. You submit the application to Leergeld yourself; they decide whether you are eligible.
I do not live in Amsterdam. Can I still get funding?
Maybe. Check whether your municipality has a Leergeld foundation, or apply via samenvoorallekinderen.nl. Online tutoring with us is possible anywhere in the Netherlands.
Questions about funding?
Email or message us. We are happy to think along, without obligation.
- Free trial lesson
- No registration fee
- Low rates