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Brussels Belgium
International School of BrusselsDescription
Since 1951, the International School of Brussels (ISB) has delivered high quality education to students from countries around the world. Today, with 1300 students aged 3-18 and 64 different nationalities represented across the school, it is widely regarded as one of the world’s premier international schools.
- Day school tuition No Information
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Grades for day school
Pre-K/Reception -
12th Grade/Year 13 - Scholarships Available No
- Number of Students 1300
- Year founded 1951
- Boarding school tuition No Information
- Curricula US National, IB Career-related, IB Diploma, BTEC, International Early Years, International Middle Years, International Pre-School, International Primary, Advanced Placement
- Type Co-ed
Accreditations
Since 1980, ISB has been accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and by the Council of International Schools.
Tuition
Please find our tuition fee schedule here
Scholarships
We have a financial aid program which gives a maximum of 50% discount. You can find more information here.
Admissions Information
Admissions Process
Applications to ISB are now submitted online.
You will be asked to create a password so that you can login. Within the online application system you must then follow these 6 steps.
1. Complete the online application form.
2. Choose how to pay the 2,000 Euro Application and Capital Fee.
3. Upload report cards from past two years (and English translations where applicable). High school applicants must include transcripts from grade nine.
4. Upload a copy of the applicant’s passport or birth certificate.
5. Send the school questionnaire to a teacher who knows the child well. This is done within the online application process where you will find instructions.
6. For students with diagnosed learning support or special education needs: upload psycho-educational reports and ILPs/IEPs (and English translations where applicable).
- Students can join after the academic year begins Yes
- Waiting List No
- Application fee (domestic) $2000 USD
- Application fee (international) $2000 USD
Academics
- Assigns homework Yes
- Use of technology in the classroom Yes
- Language of instruction English
- ELL support Yes
- Gifted and talented student support Yes
- Learning support Yes
- Native English teachers Yes
- Languages taught Dutch, English, French
- Examinations available
Gifted and talented student support
The International School of Brussels is partnered with John Hopkins center for talented youth. Eligible students can take courses through the John Hopkins Center for Talented Youth.
Learning Support
We believe in our Mission of inclusion.
We welcome students with diverse learning needs and understand the complexity and mutual benefit of being a truly inclusive school.
We are proactive and responsive in the development of each child’s needs through a multidisciplinary team based approach.
We provide the full spectrum of Learning Support, with managed numbers to maintain balanced classes. For most students, we are able to meet their needs within the classroom with differentiated strategies, however, when students require more than differentiated support in the classroom they could receive learning support.
School Life
- Bus service Yes
- Sports teams available Yes
- Pastoral Care No
- Do students practice religion at the school No
- Most common nationality American
- School provides lunch Yes
- Supervised care before or after school Yes
- Uniform required No
- Access to an educational psychologist Yes
- Student nationalities 68
Bus Service
The ISB bus service remains the most popular and recommended mode of transport for our students travelling between home and school each day. With more than 30 buses, serving routes towards most parts of the city and surrounding areas, the benefits are clear.
School Lunch
Each day the chefs prepare fresh meals for our students, which include daily hot meals, homemade soups, fresh fruits and juices, and an extensive salad bar. Most of our products or organic and our chef loves to tell you more about it!
The ISB cafeterias under the direction of Olivier Van Dam have been awarded the Good Food label with two forks (three being the maximum). This award is an initiative within the Brussels Region to promote healthy food while respecting the environment. Receiving this award is the result of many years of hard work.
Sports Teams
53 Competitive Teams
15 different sports
>100 ISST Championship titles won by student athletes
Access to an educational psychologist
We offer collaborative approaches in referral and consultations with community mental health services, and monitoring of student mental health needs on Campus. Some assessments for learning and developmental needs are available in house as well as part of our multidisciplinary approach.
University Relations
- University counseling Yes
University Counseling
The High School provides support for students' academic and social-emotional growth both in and out of the classroom.
Each student chooses a unique path after graduation. From continuing their studies at universities around the world - to working in their field of interest with the help of our vast network of alumni - to taking some time off to pursue passions and discovery. Our experienced counsellors provide guidance and support for all students in their journey, regardless of path chosen.