Bogaerts International School - South Campus vs International Montessori Schools - Savoorke
Bogaerts International School - South Campus and International Montessori Schools - Savoorke are both in Brussels, about 12 km apart. Both schools offer IB programmes, and International Montessori Schools - Savoorke also offers Montessori. Published annual fees are €12,050 - 28,800 at Bogaerts International School - South Campus and €14,200 - 36,120 at International Montessori Schools - Savoorke, which puts International Montessori Schools - Savoorke roughly 23% higher. Bogaerts International School - South Campus takes pupils from 3 to 18, and International Montessori Schools - Savoorke from 1 to 18.
Two campuses in Belgium: North Campus in Diegem (Bessenveldstraat 25, 1831 Diegem) and South Campus in Uccle (Rue Engeland 555, 1180 Uccle).
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Stages
Stages
North Campus offers Early Childhood Education (Ages 3-5), Primary Years (Ages 6-11), Secondary Years (Ages 11-16) and the IB Diploma Programme (Ages 16+). South Campus offers IB Primary Years Programme (Ages 3-12), IB Middle Years Programme (Ages 11-16) and IB Diploma Programme (Ages 16+).
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School type
School type
International school with two campuses offering IB Programmes across the IB Continuum (PYP, MYP, DP).
School type
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Pupil nationality mix
Pupil nationality mix
The learning community represents over 50 nationalities. The student body comprises both local Belgian families and families from around the world. 50+ nationalities are represented; 42 languages are spoken.
Pupil nationality mix
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Additional learning support
Additional learning support
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Additional learning support
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Country affiliation
Country affiliation
Belgium.
Country affiliation
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Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation
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Religious affiliation
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School day structure
School day structure
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School day structure
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Bus service details
Bus service details
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Bus service details
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Fees
Fees
Fee details
Fee details
Application fee
- EUR 1,000 one‑time application/admission fee payable on acceptance. This application fee is charged per student and is non‑refundable.
Tuition fees — annual (by year group and corporate/private rates)
- South Campus (published annual amounts): - Early Years (Early Childhood): EUR 12,050 (private); EUR 16,800 (corporate). - Primary Years (PYP 1–5): EUR 17,250 (private); EUR 22,000 (corporate). - Middle Years (MYP 1–5): EUR 21,700 (private); EUR 26,450 (corporate). - Diploma Programme (DP1–2): EUR 24,050 (private); EUR 28,800 (corporate).
- North Campus (published annual amounts): - Early Years (Early Childhood): EUR 12,050 (private); EUR 16,800 (corporate). - Primary Years (PYP 1–5): EUR 17,250 (private); EUR 21,800 (corporate). - Secondary Years (MYP/Secondary 1–5): EUR 21,700 (private); EUR 26,250 (corporate). - Diploma Programme (DP1–2): EUR 24,050 (private); EUR 28,600 (corporate).
Payment schedules and instalment (per‑payment) detail
- General payment options and percentage breakdowns (same schedule applies to the published annual tuition above): - 1 instalment (single payment): 100% due on the instalment due date. A 5% discount on tuition is offered when paying the full annual tuition in one instalment by the stated due date. - 2 instalments (semi‑annual): 50% + 50%. - 3 instalments (tri‑annual): 40% + 30% + 30% (percentages applied to the annual tuition). - 4 instalments (quarterly): 30% + 30% + 20% + 20% (percentages applied to the annual tuition).
- Typical instalment due‑date patterns used by the school (dates vary by campus and by year; the school issues the precise due dates on the invoice): - South Campus examples: 1‑instalment due end of August; 2‑instalments due end of August and end of January; 4‑instalments spaced across the academic year. - North Campus examples: 1‑instalment due end of July; 2‑instalments due end of July and end of December; 4‑instalments spaced across the academic year.
Per‑payment examples (private tuition — South Campus) using the school's instalment percentages
Other compulsory / optional fees and typical charges
- Application/admission fee: EUR 1,000 (one‑time, non‑refundable). - Canteen / school lunch: published as an additional yearly charge (school lists a canteen charge in the range of approx. EUR 1,250–1,350 per year depending on campus/season). - School bus / transport: charged separately (published ranges noted; some campus listings show approx. EUR 2,600 to EUR 3,600 per year depending on route/service). - EAL (English as an Additional Language) support: published as a separate charge (examples shown: EUR 750 per year or EUR 1,500 per year depending on campus/service level). - Learning support / SEN support: invoiced separately (example published: EUR 750 per semester; additional specialised support costs invoiced to families). - Extracurricular activities, trips, exam fees, books, supplies, uniforms, calculators, photos, yearbook and optional enrichment trips: invoiced separately (extracurricular starts from published amounts, e.g. from approximately EUR 1,000). - DP2 IB administrative fee and other small annual administrative charges are published as applicable (examples shown in the school's schedule).
Boarding / accommodation fees
- The school presents fees for day services and transport; there is no published boarding fee schedule. Transport is charged separately; the school operates as a day school campus model and does not publish boarding accommodation charges.
Refunds, withdrawal and refund schedule
- Minimum notice: one term's written notice is required for withdrawal. Fees for early withdrawal are prorated according to the Financial Regulations and the chosen instalment plan. In many cases a student who withdraws on or after 1 December will be charged the full annual tuition for that year. - Forced withdrawals (for disciplinary, attendance or academic reasons) do not entitle the family to a refund of tuition for the applicable semester/year; additional service fees are non‑refundable. - Withdrawal of optional services (e.g., canteen, transport, EAL) normally requires notice and is subject to a 3‑month notice/settlement process; balances may be refunded or offset on the next invoice after the notice period.
Late payment and penalties
- Late payments incur interest at 1% per month on overdue amounts. Administrative reminder charges (example: EUR 50 per second reminder and EUR 50 for a third reminder) are applied; continued non‑payment may lead to withholding of academic records and suspension of attendance until outstanding debts are cleared.
Fee payment options and banking details
- Primary payment method published: bank transfer (IBAN/BIC) to the school's account(s). The structured communication number shown on each invoice must be included with each payment. Specific bank details published for the two campuses: - South Campus bank account: - IBAN: BE45 3630 2981 3089 - BIC/SWIFT: BBRUBEBB - Bank: ING - North Campus bank account: - IBAN: BE86 0689 4469 5050 - BIC/SWIFT: GKCCBEBB - Bank: Belfius
Administrative and billing notes
- Corporate billing: when a company or institution pays (fully or partially), the corporate fee table applies automatically; invoicing arrangements are handled through the school's enrolment/finance team. - The school's Financial Regulations set the binding terms and must be accepted during enrolment; the school issues invoices with the exact due dates and structured communication that must be used for payments. Late payments and disputed invoices are handled according to the Financial Regulations.
Summary
- Application fee: EUR 1,000 (one‑time, non‑refundable). Annual tuition is published by year group (private and corporate rates shown above). Multiple instalment options are available (annual, semi‑annual, tri‑annual, quarterly) with a 5% discount for single‑payment of the full annual tuition; bank transfer to the school's IBAN/BIC is the published payment route and the invoice's structured communication number must be used. Withdrawal and refund rules are set out in the Financial Regulations (minimum one term's notice; prorated charging; forced withdrawals carry no refund).
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Diving deeper
Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements
Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements
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Uniform requirement
Uniform requirement
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Uniform requirement
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Food options
Food options
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Food options
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House system
House system
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House system
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Governance and ownership
Governance and ownership
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Governance and ownership
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Academics
Academics
Curriculum details
Curriculum details
Bogaerts International School has two Brussels campuses: North Campus in Diegem near NATO and South Campus in Uccle. It offers an IB continuum from Early Years to the IB Diploma Programme. North Campus Primary Years uses Learning Through Concepts and Connections, a transdisciplinary, inquiry-based approach with six explorations per year, taught in English with French as an additional language, and the curriculum includes English Language & Literature, French as an Additional Language, Humanities, Sciences, Physical Education, Visual Arts and Music. South Campus Primary Years Programme (Ages 3-12) uses a transdisciplinary, inquiry-based model that integrates language, mathematics, social studies, art and science across six learning units; Early Years (3-5) uses four units, and the PYP Exhibition occurs around age 11. Secondary Years on North Campus connect disciplines such as Psychology, Computer Service, English Language & Literature, Additional Languages (French & Spanish), Integrated Humanities, Mathematics, Visual Arts, Design, Physical and Health Education and Music, and lead into the Diploma Programme (DP) for ages 16+, which features core elements Extended Essay, Theory of Knowledge and CAS, with three Higher Level and three Standard Level courses.
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Student teacher ratio
Student teacher ratio
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Student teacher ratio
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Exam results
Exam results
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Exam results
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Higher education progression
Higher education progression
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Higher education progression
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Gifted and talented
Gifted and talented
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Gifted and talented
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Academic calendar
Academic calendar
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Academic calendar
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Wellbeing & support
Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning
Social & emotional learning
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Social & emotional learning
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Special educational needs (SEN)
Special educational needs (SEN)
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Special educational needs (SEN)
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English as an additional language
English as an additional language
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English as an additional language
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Mental wellbeing
Mental wellbeing
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Mental wellbeing
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Safeguarding
Safeguarding
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Safeguarding
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Safeguarding policy
Safeguarding policy
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Safeguarding policy
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Facilities
Facilities
Facilities overview
Facilities overview
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Facilities overview
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Sports facilities
Sports facilities
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Sports facilities
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Academic facilities
Academic facilities
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Academic facilities
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Extra curricular facilities
Extra curricular facilities
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Extra curricular facilities
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Parent experience
Parent experience
History
History
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History
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Community
Community
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Community
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Parent teacher association
Parent teacher association
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Parent teacher association
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Extra-curricular
Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual
Academic & intellectual
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Academic & intellectual
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Arts & creative
Arts & creative
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Arts & creative
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Cultural & language
Cultural & language
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Cultural & language
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Social & hobbies
Social & hobbies
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Social & hobbies
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Community & service
Community & service
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Community & service
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Leadership & professional
Leadership & professional
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Leadership & professional
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
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Language provision
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Bilingual teaching
Bilingual teaching
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Bilingual teaching
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Immersion programs
Immersion programs
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Immersion programs
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Reputation
Reputation
Awards
Awards
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Awards
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Accreditations
Accreditations
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Accreditations
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Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
1. Our dedicated admissions team is available to answer questions and guide you through every step of the process. If you have questions before applying, reach out by phone during office hours or by email. Get in touch using the contact options provided. 2. Visiting the school. You can visit BIS during an Open Day or arrange a campus tour to meet with our admissions team. Schedule a meeting using the provided link. This helps you learn about BIS and ask questions. 3. Registering your child. To request a place, fill out the application form and the required checklist items. Once the application fee is received, we will continue with the admission process. This advances you to the pupil assessment stage. 4. Pupil assessment and trial. We require two full years of transcripts or reports, which are assessed by our admissions team. If approved, your child will be invited for a trial day (or an online interview). This session is part of the admission process. 5. Offer of a place. The school will email an offer within one week after the assessment and trial. The offer email confirms the next enrolment steps. You will then proceed with enrolment. 6. Completion. Completion is the final step and confirms enrolment. Please confirm your enrolment decision within two weeks. Welcome to the Bogaerts community.
