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Ecole Internationale Differdange and Esch-sur-Alzette - Differdange Secondary Campus

📚 Learning Moderate 🧩 Behaviour Moderate

Instructs in English, French, German

Pupils 2439

Type Co-educational

École Internationale Differdange & Esch-sur-Alzette (EIDE) Differdange Secondary Campus is a public international school in Luxembourg serving Differdange and Esch-sur-Alzette within the European Schools framework. The secondary campus, housed at Campus de l'EIDE, 3, rue John Ernest Dolibois, L-4573 Differdange (with a second site at 6, rue John Ernest Doliboes), opened in a modern building in 2022. It features a roof with 1,244 photovoltaic panels and greenspace around the campus, connected by a cycle path to town and the railway. The school follows the European Schools syllabus and offers the European Baccalaureate. In secondary, language sections are available in French, English and German; new students choose a language section and other subjects are taught in that language. Luxembourgish is compulsory. The school serves nursery through secondary, with integration sites in Esch-sur-Alzette and Schifflange. Extracurricular activities are organized by SEA and student committees, including Arts and Community service for secondary pupils.

Location

Differdange — Campus de l'EIDE, 3, rue John Ernest Dolibois, L-4573 Differdange; Campus de l'EIDE, 6, rue John Ernest Dolibois, L-4573 Differdange

Stages

Secondary

Type

Public (state) school

Additional learning support

Educational and psychosocial department (SePAS, SSE, ESEB)

Country affiliation

Luxembourg

Application fees

- There are no application or registration fees for admission to École Internationale Differdange & Esch‑sur‑Alzette; enrolment is free of charge.

Tuition fees by year group

- Nursery (M1–M2): no tuition fees; education is provided free of charge.
- Primary (P1–P5): no tuition fees; education is provided free of charge.
- Secondary (S1–S7): no tuition fees; education is provided free of charge.

Billing schedule and payment terms (day‑care / after‑school services and related billed items)

- The school's after‑school education and care service (SEA) invoices for booked modules, lunches and any additional attendance according to the applicable childcare voucher (Chèque‑Service Accueil, CSA) rules. Parents receive an invoice and amounts due must be paid on receipt. Exemptions from billing include registrations cancelled in writing at least one month in advance and duly notified illness absences under the stated conditions.
- Any attendance beyond the reserved time slots and any cancellations or modifications that do not respect notification deadlines are billed. Repeated late pickups after 19:00 are charged as detailed below.

Bank details and payment method for invoiced services

- Invoiced amounts for SEA and related services are payable by bank transfer to the account number shown on the invoice. The SEA bank accounts used for payments are: Differdange IBAN LU81 0030 3435 0663 0000 (BGL BNP PARIBAS, BIC BGLLULL) and Esch/Alzette IBAN LU93 0030 3435 0668 1000 (BGL BNP PARIBAS, BIC BGLLULL). In the event of non‑payment, the school issues reminders and may proceed with garnishment.

Boarding fees

- No boarding provision is offered; the school operates as a day school and provides optional before‑school and after‑school care (SEA) billed as described above.

Other costs and fees (textbooks, meals, activities, uniform, supplies)

- Textbooks for secondary classes are supplied via the national online textbook ordering platform mybooks.lu; families order and pay for textbooks through that service. School supplies are specified by teachers at the start of the year and are the responsibility of families.
- Lunches, extracurricular activities, school trips, excursions and holiday camp programmes may incur additional charges; such activities are billed separately or as supplements and require separate registration where applicable.
- For specific extracurricular activities (excursions, summer camps, etc.) a detailed programme and separate registration form are issued, and parents are asked to pay the indicated supplement when required.

Refunds, invoice corrections and dispute handling

- Invoice corrections (re‑billing) may be requested if an error occurred (for example, CSA contract not renewed in time) and can be submitted to the SEA administration; re‑billing requests may be processed retroactively but are subject to administrative conditions and time limits. The re‑billing process can take several months; a re‑billing request is limited to a retroactive period of 12 months and may concern a maximum of three months.
- Absences due to illness that are notified according to the SEA rules will not be billed for reserved attendance hours and meals; unnotified absences or those not meeting the notification conditions may be billed. Cancellations in writing respecting the stated notice period are exempt from billing.

Specific penalties and incidental charges

- Repeated late arrivals after 19:00 are charged at EUR 15 per quarter‑hour of delay. Any attendance exceeding the registered time slot is billed.

Fee payment options summary

- Bank transfer to the IBAN shown on the invoice is the prescribed payment method for SEA and school‑issued invoices; invoices are generated and the account details to be used appear on the invoice.
- Textbook orders and payments are handled through the national textbook platform mybooks.lu.

Practical notes for planning

- There are no tuition or registration charges for any year group; plan for possible out‑of‑pocket expenses for textbooks, school supplies, lunches, SEA childcare modules and optional activities or trips, which are invoiced separately and payable on receipt as described above.

Curriculum

The school uses the European Schools syllabus with European Baccalaureate accreditation. In secondary, there are three language sections: French, English and German. New students choose their language section from French, English and German; apart from Luxembourgish language lessons and physical education, which are taught in Luxembourgish, all other subjects are taught in the language of the chosen section. Language 1 can be French, English, German, Portuguese, Spanish or Italian; Language 2 must differ from Language 1 and is chosen from French, English and German; Language 3 can be French, English, German or Portuguese and must differ from Language 1 and Language 2; Language 4 may be any language not studied as L1, L2 or L3 and is taught at beginner level from S4. Luxembourgish is compulsory for all and Luxembourgish is taught as an integration language in S1–S3. The school serves Differdange and Esch-sur-Alzette locations within the European Schools framework.

Higher Education Progression

Graduates complete the European Baccalaureate, which is accredited and recognised across all EU countries, enabling progression to higher education in EU institutions.

Gifted and Talented

Differentiated education adapted to each student's talents and capacities.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school has an Educational and psychosocial department comprising SePAS, SSE, and ESEB. This department provides psychosocial support for pupils. The school's approach to student well-being and inclusion is supported by these services.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school has an Educational and psychosocial department (SePAS, SSE, ESEB) to support pupils with special educational needs. Integration classes are available at the Differdange and Esch-sur-Alzette campuses. Integration classes are available at 91, rue Victor Hugo, Esch-sur-Alzette and 201, rue de Noertzange, Schifflange.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

In primary, the school offers two language sections: French and English. From Primary 1, pupils choose their language section; all other subjects are taught in the language of the section. Language 1 (L1) options are French, English, German, Portuguese, Spanish and Italian. Language 2 (L2) options are French, English and German, with L2 different from L1. Luxembourgish is compulsory as an integration language for all pupils in primary and the lower secondary grades.

Mental Wellbeing

Mental wellbeing support is provided by the Educational and psychosocial department (SePAS, SSE, ESEB) as part of the school's inclusive education and student support framework.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is supported through the Educational and psychosocial department (SePAS, SSE, ESEB), which protects and supports pupils within the school community.

History

École Internationale Differdange & Esch-sur-Alzette (EIDE) is a public international school established by Luxembourg's Ministry of National Education, Children and Youth. The State provides a public education system in which every pupil can succeed regardless of home language. EIDE serves Differdange, Esch-sur-Alzette and the south of Luxembourg with international classes to integrate pupils from immigrant backgrounds and to support those temporarily residing in the Grand Duchy. The Differdange secondary campus is located at Campus de l'EIDE, 3, rue John Ernest Dolibois, L-4573 Differdange, with a second site at 6, rue John Ernest Doliboes. In September 2026, EIDE celebrated its 10th anniversary.

Community

The community is diverse, with pupils from immigrant backgrounds. Cultural activities are stimulated and organized through the school's governance to enhance community life. School life includes extracurricular activities and school trips.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

The school has a Parents' Committee as part of its representative bodies. The Education Council comprises two delegates from the Parents' Committee. The Parents' Committee appoints its delegates to the Education Council every two years at the latest by October. The Education Council has responsibilities including adopting the school charter, approving the establishment's budget, organizing weekly schedules, and stimulating cultural activities. The Parents' Committee participates in meetings and events through the Education Council to support school life. The education council is formed with representatives from teachers' committee, students' committee and parents' committee and operates under Grand-Ducal regulation.

Facilities Overview

The Differdange secondary campus is housed in a modern building inaugurated in 2022. The building emphasizes comfort and durability and features a roof with 1,244 photovoltaic panels. The design frees space for greenery and park areas around the campus. A cycle path on the line of the former funicular links the campus directly to Differdange town centre, the railway station, and public parking. The school operates from early morning to early evening: nursery and primary from 6:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.; secondary from 8:00 a.m. to 3:35 p.m. (Fridays until 12:35 p.m.).

Academic Facilities

The school follows the European Schools syllabus and is accredited to offer the European Baccalaureate. It provides multilingual education with English, French, and German sections across Differdange and Esch-sur-Alzette campuses, including primary and secondary levels. Luxembourgish is compulsory for all students, with the option to choose a lingua franca and corresponding subject offerings in multiple languages. The Differdange and Esch-sur-Alzette campuses host Nursery through Secondary (including VP and ACCU) programs, with integration sites in Esch-sur-Alzette and Schifflange. The school emphasises preparation for the European Baccalaureate within a multilingual framework.

Extra Curricular Facilities

The SEA (After-School Care) provides morning care, lunchtime activities and after-school care with clubs and workshops; catering for lunches is provided by an external service, with a buffet-style meal and supervision by SEA staff. Smartphone usage is restricted under SEA regulations, and there are defined pickup procedures for parents. Extracurricular activities and clubs operate alongside the school day, with supervised study rooms available for secondary students outside formal hours. The SEA also covers health and safety policies, allergy considerations, and fee structures for extra services.

Academic & Intellectual

The school is an accredited European School and offers the European Baccalaureate.

Arts & Creative

The Students' Committee organises cultural activities.

Cultural & Language

The school is multilingual and offers language options; the Students' Committee organises cultural activities.

Social & Hobbies

The socio-educational service provides extracurricular and after-school activities during lunch breaks or after school for secondary pupils.

Community & Service

The Educational and Psychosocial Department supports pupils' academic, personal and social development and promotes well-being, fulfilment and inclusion; it sets up projects, extracurricular and after-school activities in collaboration with teachers, SePAS and other school services.

Leadership & Professional

The Students' Committee informs pupils of their rights and duties within the school community, and organises cultural, social and sporting activities.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

The socio-educational service runs activities during lunch and after school to promote the well-being and inclusion of secondary pupils.

Language Provision

Secondary offers three language sections: French, English and German. Language 1 (L1) can be French, English, German, Portuguese, Spanish or Italian; Language 2 (L2) is another of French, English or German and must differ from L1; Language 3 (L3) is from French, English, German or Portuguese and must differ from L1 and L2; Language 4 (L4) is an optional beginner course from S4 in any language not studied as L1-L3. One of L1 or L2 must match the section language chosen, and Luxembourgish is compulsory for all pupils, taught as an integration language in S1-S3.

Bilingual Teaching

Three language sections are offered in secondary: French, English and German. New students choose a language section; all subjects are taught in the language of the section, with Luxembourgish language lessons and physical education taught in Luxembourgish. Language options are L1: French, English, German, Portuguese, Spanish or Italian; L2 must be different from L1 and drawn from French, English or German; L3 is from French, English, German or Portuguese and must differ from L1 and L2; L4 is an optional beginner course in S4 in any language not studied as L1-L3. One of L1 or L2 must be the language of the section chosen, and Luxembourgish is compulsory for all.

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École Internationale Mondorf-les-Bains

📚 Learning Moderate 🧩 Behaviour Moderate

Instructs in English, French

Ages 6 - null years

Type Co-educational

École Internationale Mondorf-les-Bains is situated at 2, route de Burmerange, L-5659 Mondorf-les-Bains, Luxembourg. The school offers the European Baccalaureate curriculum, providing an internationally recognised framework within Luxembourg's education landscape. Located in Mondorf-les-Bains, it sits within a multilingual, cross-border region that hosts international families and educational networks. The European Baccalaureate program at this school emphasizes a broad range of subjects and study across languages, aligning with the requirements of the European educational system. The campus is part of Luxembourg's diverse array of international schooling options, offering a straightforward pathway for students seeking mobility within Europe through a common examination framework. By delivering the European Baccalaureate, the school supports continuity of study for those planning to pursue higher education in Europe and beyond. This description reflects the stated curriculum and location for prospective families evaluating international schooling choices in Luxembourg. This combination provides a clear basis for families exploring international education options in the region.

Location

The school is located at 2, Route de Burmerange, L-5659 Mondorf-les-Bains, Luxembourg.

Stages

Primary and Secondary.

Country affiliation

Luxembourg

School day structure

Monday to Friday, 8:00 to 16:30

Application fees

- There are no application or registration fees charged for pupils admitted to École Internationale Mondorf‑les‑Bains (EIMLB).

Tuition fees by school year / term

- EIMLB is a public international school and does not charge tuition fees for pupils in its regular provision. There is no per‑term or per‑year tuition to be paid for students enrolled in the school's programmes for the 2026/27 academic year (and the most recent published information covering prior years shows the school operates without tuition charges for its public intake).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Because there is no tuition charged, there is no regular tuition billing schedule or tuition payment plan for enrolled pupils. Any specific charges that may apply (see “Other costs or fees” below) are billed individually as required and follow the invoicing arrangements of the responsible administrative unit (commune or school services) for that item.

Boarding / internat fees (if applicable)

- There is currently no operational full‑time boarding provision billed to parents at EIMLB. A government project to build a new EIMLB campus including an internat is being progressed; the project documents state an internat capacity and outline the construction budget, but no published parental boarding tariff schedule is in effect at this time. Any future boarding places and related fees would be established when the internat is opened and administered under the relevant ministry or school regulations.

Other costs or fees (meals, activities, transport, equipment, uniform, trips)

- School meals (restauration scolaire): the school provides access to school meal services. Meal provision is typically organised through communal/school meal schemes and may require parental contributions or payment; those meal charges are administered separately from tuition.

- Extracurricular activities, school trips and certain supervised services: these may incur separate fees charged per activity or per trip (for materials, transport, entrance fees, or specialist instruction). Such activity‑specific charges are invoiced individually when they occur.

- Transport: organised school transport or dedicated shuttle services (where available) are managed according to the relevant transport providers or communal arrangements and may require payment when applicable.

- Uniforms and textbooks: no mandatory school uniform fee schedule is published for EIMLB; standard textbook/material arrangements follow normal public‑school practice and, where a parent purchase is required, costs are charged on an individual basis. No universal uniform or textbook fee applies as a school‑wide tuition charge.

Refund information

- There is no tuition to refund for standard enrolled pupils because EIMLB does not charge tuition. For itemised charges that parents may pay directly (for example, meal fees, activity fees or trip fees), refund terms depend on the specific service provider or the individual activity's published conditions; refunds for those items are handled according to the invoice or agreement governing that specific charge.

Fee payment options

- For the school's itemised charges where payment is required (meals, trips, activities, transport), payments are processed through the appropriate administrative channels (communal services, the school's administrative office or contracted providers). Typical methods used by communal/school services in Luxembourg include direct payment to the commune or school office (bank transfer or local administrative payment procedures) and any electronic payment methods the commune or provider supports. Specific accepted payment methods for a given charge are stated on that charge's invoice or in the administrative instructions for the service.

Summary statement (fees only)

- EIMLB is a public international school that does not impose application or tuition fees for enrolled pupils. Occasional itemised charges (meals, trips, extracurricular activities, transport or specific materials) may apply and are billed separately; boarding provision is part of a planned campus development but, as of the current project documents, no parental boarding tariff schedule is in force.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school has Welfare with MESA, which includes Feel Good, MESA GOES, and Dorothy's Friends, plus a Care Team.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school has SePAS as part of Welfare, with a dedicated Support Team.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school offers English-language instruction at primary level (P1EN1) and at secondary level (S1-S3-EN).

Mental Wellbeing

Mental wellbeing is supported through MESA initiatives, including Feel Good.

Safeguarding

The school has S-Team as part of Welfare.

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Ecole Privee Notre-Dame Sainte-Sophie

📚 Learning Moderate 🧩 Behaviour None

Instructs in French, English, Lithuanian

Ages 3 - 16 years

Fees €1,620 - 4,224

Pupils 800

Type Co-educational

École Privée Notre-Dame Sainte-Sophie is a private day school in Kirchberg, offering Luxembourgish MENJE and French AEFE streams, reflecting its multilingual approach; Spillschoul preschool provides English instruction. The school has a history dating back to 1627 and serves over 800 students from over 30 nationalities, holds AEFE accreditation for its French section and joined IMS in 2024, earning the SDK label in 2025. The campus has five sports halls, a psychomotor room, a football and rugby pitch, science laboratories (physics, chemistry, biology, digital sciences, robotics), art rooms, two libraries, and two music rooms. The curriculum emphasizes sport, culture, sciences, and multilingualism, with study periods, remediation, and after-school activities. After-school care runs 7:15–18:00, offering supervision, and activities including sports, music, arts, and languages. The performing arts program features theatre productions at the Grand Théâtre Luxembourg annually.

Location

Located in the Kirchberg district of Luxembourg City, the school is set in a green, verdant area. The address is 4, rue Marguerite de Busbach, L-1014 Luxembourg. The school serves students in a modern, bright, and secure environment.

Stages

Nursery (Spillschoul), Primary (École maternelle and École élémentaire), and Secondary (Collège and Lycée) with two Lycée tracks: Lycée Classique and Lycée Général.

Type

Private day school offering Luxembourgish (MENJE) and French (AEFE) tracks.

Pupil Nationality Mix

More than 30 nationalities represented; over 800 students.

Additional learning support

Directed study, remediation, and after-school activities support student progress.

Country affiliation

Affiliated with Luxembourg MENJE and the French AEFE networks.

Application fees
- No separate application or registration fee is published for admissions; enrolment is processed via the school's online registration platform.

Tuition fees by school section (per trimester and per academic year)
- École maternelle / Spillschoul (pre-school; PS–GS / cycle 1.1–1.2)
- Tuition: EUR 1,408 per trimester — EUR 4,224 per academic year (3 trimesters).
- Sibling discounts (per trimester / per year): 2nd child EUR 1,283 (EUR 3,849 per year); 3rd child EUR 1,158 (EUR 3,474 per year); 4th child EUR 1,033 (EUR 3,099 per year).
- Pause déjeuner (canteen): EUR 149 per trimester for 1 day per week.
- Encadrement périscolaire (after-school care): Monday/Wednesday/Friday (15:30–18:00): EUR 125 per trimester per day; Tuesday/Thursday (13:30–18:00): EUR 212 per trimester per day.
- The school purchases standard manuals and routine supplies and will charge these to families at the start of the year.

- École élémentaire / Grondschoul (CP–CM2 / cycle 2.1–4.2)
- Tuition: EUR 1,289 per trimester — EUR 3,867 per academic year (3 trimesters).
- Sibling discounts (per trimester / per year): 2nd child EUR 1,164 (EUR 3,492 per year); 3rd child EUR 1,039 (EUR 3,117 per year); 4th child EUR 914 (EUR 2,742 per year).
- Pause déjeuner (canteen): EUR 142 per trimester for 1 day per week.
- Encadrement périscolaire (after-school care): Monday/Wednesday/Friday (15:30–18:00): EUR 125 per trimester per day; Tuesday/Thursday (13:30–18:00): EUR 212 per trimester per day.
- The school purchases standard manuals and routine supplies and will charge these to families at the start of the year.

- Collège (French collège, VIe–IIIe)
- Tuition: EUR 979 per trimester — EUR 2,937 per academic year (3 trimesters).
- Sibling discounts (per trimester / per year): 2nd child EUR 934 (EUR 2,802 per year); 3rd child EUR 889 (EUR 2,667 per year); 4th child EUR 844 (EUR 2,532 per year).
- Pause déjeuner (canteen): EUR 142 per trimester for 1 day per week.
- Encadrement périscolaire (study/foyer): Monday/Wednesday/Friday (15:30–18:00): EUR 115 per trimester per day; Tuesday/Thursday (14:00–18:00): EUR 193 per trimester per day.
- The tuition figure includes mandated contributions (funds) charged within the fees.

- Lycée général (7G–5G, Luxembourgish secondary general)
- Tuition: EUR 540 per trimester — EUR 1,620 per academic year (3 trimesters).
- Sibling discounts (per trimester / per year): 2nd child EUR 495 (EUR 1,485 per year); 3rd child EUR 450 (EUR 1,350 per year); 4th child EUR 405 (EUR 1,215 per year).
- Pause déjeuner (canteen): EUR 142 per trimester for 1 day per week.
- Encadrement périscolaire (study/foyer): Monday/Wednesday/Friday (15:30–18:00): EUR 115 per trimester per day; Tuesday/Thursday (14:00–18:00): EUR 193 per trimester per day.

- Lycée classique (7C–5C, Luxembourgish classical; opening Sept 2026)
- Tuition: EUR 540 per trimester — EUR 1,620 per academic year (3 trimesters).
- Sibling discounts (per trimester / per year): 2nd child EUR 495 (EUR 1,485 per year); 3rd child EUR 450 (EUR 1,350 per year); 4th child EUR 405 (EUR 1,215 per year).
- Pause déjeuner (canteen): EUR 142 per trimester for 1 day per week.
- Encadrement périscolaire (study/foyer): Monday/Wednesday/Friday (15:40–18:00 / or 15:30–18:00 depending on the cycle): EUR 115 per trimester per day; Tuesday/Thursday: EUR 193 per trimester per day.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- For most sections the stated billing schedule is: payment is due at the start of each trimester on receipt of invoice; each trimester begun is payable in full. This is the stated practice for the French maternelle and élémentaire sections and for the Luxembourgish primary/Spillschoul/Grondschoul.
- For some secondary pages the published wording also specifies that each semester begun is due in full; invoices are nonetheless issued at the start of the billing period indicated on the invoice. Parents should expect payment requests at the start of each trimester/semester and that partial-term attendance does not reduce the amount due for that period.

Boarding
- No boarding provision is published; all sections describe day-time schedules, canteen and after-school care rather than any residential or boarding service. The school operates as a day school with morning arrival, midday canteen and afternoon care up to the evening.

Other costs and common extras
- Canteen / pause déjeuner: amounts vary by section (typical: EUR 142–149 per trimester for one day per week); the exact charge depends on the section.
- After-school activities and extracurricular clubs: many clubs and music lessons carry separate fees (examples in the activities catalogue show per‑year or per‑term charges and state that club cotisations are payable to the club provider). Some music lessons are charged per individual lesson (example: EUR 35 per 30-minute lesson). Club enrolments are often billed separately and may be non-refundable for the year.
- School materials and textbooks: for some sections the school purchases textbooks and routine supplies and will invoice these at the start of the year. Families should anticipate an additional one‑off charge for manuals and consumable school supplies at the start of the school year.
- Participation funds included in tuition: the published tuition figures explicitly include statutory contributions described as a “fonds d'investissement” and a “fonds de roulement.” The amounts included vary by section (examples from published tariffs):
- Maternelle: includes a fonds d'investissement EUR 450 per year and a fonds de roulement EUR 600 per year.
- Élémentaire / Grondschoul: includes a fonds d'investissement EUR 150 per year and a fonds de roulement EUR 600 per year.
- Collège / Lycées (secondary sections): include a fonds d'investissement EUR 75 per year and a fonds de roulement EUR 240 per year.
- Uniforms: no separate school uniform fee or uniform purchase programme is indicated in the published section pages or activity materials. (No uniform charge is published.)

Refund information
- Tuition: the published terms state that each billed period begun (trimester or, where specified, semester) is due in full; this indicates there is no pro‑rata refund for a period once it has started. Parents are therefore billed for whole billing periods.
- Extracurricular clubs and paid activity options: activity catalogues and club pages state that club registrations are for the full school year and that no refund will be given for the year in many cases. Specific club or external‑provider terms apply to some activities (for example, CGDEL/CSCE or external music teachers).

Fee payment options and bank details
- Published bank payment details for transfers are provided; the school lists two accounts for bank transfer payments (Bank and Caisse d'Epargne de l'Etat and Banque Internationale à Luxembourg) with BIC/IBAN. Example IBANs published: IBAN LU28 0019 1000 2448 4000 (BCEE) and IBAN LU84 0022 1469 6102 8500 (BIL). These accounts are presented as the payment channels on tariff pages.
- Cheque-service vouchers are explicitly not accepted for school fees; they are reserved for certain child-care structures only.

Summary notes for parents
- Fees are published per trimester for the 2026/2027 academic year on the school's section pages; standard practice is trimester billing with invoices issued at the start of the billing period and the period begun payable in full. Per‑trimester amounts and sibling reductions vary by section as listed above. For paid clubs and certain optional services, separate charges apply and many club registrations are non‑refundable for the school year.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

At Sainte-Sophie School, every student is valued for their individuality. Pedagogy rests on a balance between academic rigor, personalized support and personal development. Sport, culture, sciences and multilingualism occupy a central place in learning. Programs such as supervised study, remediation, and after-school activities enable each student to progress at their own pace, develop their working methods and gain confidence. Forming curious, responsible and globally minded learners is at the heart of the school's educational mission.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school provides personalized support and remediation to help students progress at their own pace and develop their study methods. The approach centers on addressing each pupil's singular needs.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The Spillschoul offers a multilingual environment with immersion in Luxembourgish and English, with an introduction to French and German. The program focuses on developing basic literacy and numeracy alongside language skills.

Mental Wellbeing

The pastoral care program (Aumônerie) fosters spiritual life and well-being; its objectives include showing that Christian faith is joyful, developing spiritual life at Sainte-Sophie, celebrating major Christian feasts, answering questions about Catholic faith, linking celebrations to daily life, and introducing students to the Bible. There are celebrations and religious activities throughout the year.

Safeguarding

Harassment prevention is implemented through a prevention plan; all staff are trained to detect early signs of harassment and respond appropriately, with students involved to ensure a protective community. The school participates annually in the national Day Against Harassment. The infirmary provides first aid, ongoing health care and prevention; a nurse is present daily; emergency protocol references 112. For health needs, an Individualized Care Plan (PAI) can be established and medications are administered through the infirmary under PAI or emergency protocols.

History

Since 1627, Sainte-Sophie has accompanied students in their intellectual and personal development. Rooted in a strong educational tradition and open to the world, the school prepares each child to become an autonomous, curious, and responsible adult capable of adapting to tomorrow's challenges. Located in a verdant setting in the heart of Kirchberg, Sainte-Sophie welcomes students aged 3 to 16 in a modern, bright, and secure environment. The school has a 400-year history, serves over 800 students from more than 30 nationalities, and holds AEFE accreditation for its French section; it joined IMS in 2024 and earned the SDK label in 2025.

Community

Pastoral care at Sainte-Sophie is led by a team that prepares Christian celebrations and religious events. Its goals are to present Christian faith as joyful, develop spiritual life, celebrate major feasts, answer questions about Catholicism, connect feasts with daily life, and introduce the Bible. The team organizes events such as the school year opening Mass with backpack blessing, harvest festival, Advent meditations, Christmas celebrations, Lent and Easter observances, First Communion, the Octave pilgrimage, the Echternach dancing procession, and the end-of-year Mass.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

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Facilities Overview

Located in a verdant setting in the heart of Kirchberg, the École Privée Sainte-Sophie welcomes students aged 3 to 16 in a modern, bright, and secure environment. The school emphasizes sport, culture, sciences, and multilingualism, supported by facilities across disciplines. The campus features five modern sports halls, a psychomotor room, and a football and rugby pitch; science laboratories for physics, chemistry, biology, digital sciences, and robotics; art rooms with a wide range of materials; two libraries (one for foundational/primary, the other for secondary); and two music rooms with numerous instruments. A sustainability and nature program complements the learning environment, including projects like Beehives and co-opting nature through the ReNature initiative. The school also highlights its long history and global reach with numerous nationalities represented on campus.

Sports Facilities

The school has five modern sports halls, a psychomotor room, and a football and rugby pitch.

Academic Facilities

The school has laboratories for physics, chemistry, biology, digital sciences, robotics, and related disciplines; art rooms equipped with a wide range of materials; two libraries (one for foundational/primary and one for secondary); and two music rooms with numerous instruments.

Extra Curricular Facilities

The after-school service runs from 7:15 to 18:00 on school days and includes snacks, homework supervision, and a variety of activities. After-school options cover sports (e.g., rugby, fencing, dance, football, athletics), music (choir, musical initiation, solfège, individual instrument lessons), arts (painting, scrapbooking, sewing), and languages (intro to English, English for native speakers). Vacation supervision is offered with activities such as outdoor/indoor games, multisports, crafts, cooking, cinema outings, and more.

Academic & Intellectual

The after‑school program runs on school days from 7:15 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. under supervision of trained staff, and students can stay for supervised study and a range of workshops after classes. Activities include sports (rugby, fencing, dance, football, athletics), music (chorale, musical initiation, solfège, instrument lessons), arts (painting, scrapbooking, sewing) and languages (initiation to English, English for native speakers). The service also provides holiday care from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on selected vacations, with a varied activities program.

Arts & Creative

The school places theatre and the performing arts at the heart of cultural life, with students performing on stage during drama classes or school productions and studying major French texts with their French teachers. The 2025/2026 season featured three performances at the Grand Théâtre de Luxembourg, including Swan Lake reimagined by Matthew Bourne, Pessoa, and 1984 staged by the Berliner Ensemble. These experiences offer a collective, cultural, and human encounter with the arts, and help students listen, observe, feel, and reflect together.

Cultural & Language

English is integrated from the primary level and reinforced in the secondary, with an emphasis on language skills. The Lycée project includes Powerful Public Speaking and strengthened English: initiation from 7G (2 hours/week) and 5 hours/week in 6G and 5G, with additional external speakers, exhibitions, or company visits. Additional language activities include English for native speakers in after‑school programs, and English language celebrations such as Journée de la langue anglaise.

Social & Hobbies

After‑school offerings include sports (rugby, fencing, dance, football, athletics), music (chorale, éveil musical, solfège, instrument lessons), arts (painting, scrapbooking, sewing) and languages (English for native speakers and initiation to English). The program provides a snack, helps with homework, and runs until 6:00 p.m. on school days, with activities also offered during some holidays. A parents' committee for fêtes invites families to participate in school life and festive events.

Community & Service

The school has sustainability committees (FairTrade and Eco‑committee) that bring together students and teachers to promote responsible consumption and reduce environmental impact, including waste sorting and plastic reduction efforts. Projects such as the ReNature programme fund biodiversity initiatives (beehives, insect hotels, flower plantings, composters), and the Eurosolar 2025 recognition honors the use of the school's photovoltaic installation as a teaching tool. Earth Day celebrations and AlimenTERRE activities are part of school life, reflecting ongoing environmental and social responsibility efforts.

Leadership & Professional

The secondary project features Powerful Public Speaking to develop students' presentation and leadership skills. English strengthening is organized with initiation from 7G (2 hours/week) and 5 hours/week in higher classes, complemented by external speakers, exhibitions, and visits to organizations. The school also supports leadership and community involvement through a class‑parent representative system and a “comité des fêtes” that mobilizes parents for events; regular orientation meetings help guide students' project and career pathways.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

Sainte‑Sophie places sustainability and well‑being at the core of its values, with Biodiversity and energy projects highlighted through ReNature and the Eurosolar recognition for educational use of the solar installation. The school operates FairTrade and Eco‑committees to educate and engage students in sustainable practices and eco‑initiatives, including Earth Day activities and climate‑related programs. Ongoing health, nutrition, and wellness considerations are supported through the school canteen, supervision, and structured after‑school activities.

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