Bogaerts International School - South Campus

Two campuses in Belgium: North Campus in Diegem (Bessenveldstraat 25, 1831 Diegem) and South Campus in Uccle (Rue Engeland 555, 1180 Uccle).

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+).

International school with two campuses offering IB Programmes across the IB Continuum (PYP, MYP, DP).

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.

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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.

BIS fosters a supportive, inclusive community that develops students' social and emotional skills. The North Campus Campus Life provisions include Advisory, English Language Support, Learning Support, University Counselling and Careers Forum to empower learners and support wellbeing. Homeroom advisors support students' wellbeing, safety, integration and relationships with the wider community. The RRRR (Resilience, Rights and Respectful Relationships) programme is embedded to promote social and emotional learning across year levels. The BIS experience also includes student leadership and family engagement through the Student Council and Family Engagement Network, giving students opportunities to lead, reflect and participate in school life. The overall approach shapes confident, well-rounded individuals who engage with others in a caring and collaborative learning community.

BIS is an inclusive school that supports all learners. The Learning Support Department helps teachers implement learning strategies, differentiation and accommodations to meet students' needs. BIS is committed to ensuring all students can reach their full potential through inclusive practices. The Inclusion Policy outlines BIS's approach to inclusion across campuses. BIS emphasizes proactive support and collaboration with families to address diverse learning needs.

English Language Support is provided by a team of multilingual teachers who are trained to work in plurilingual environments and to meet language needs across ages and subjects. Language development is viewed as the shared responsibility of all teachers, parents and students, and language learning is best learned in context with meaningful input in learning environments. English language priorities vary by year to tailor support to individual student needs. The North Campus language team emphasizes empowering language learners to develop communication skills and participate fully in classroom life.

BIS places wellbeing at the heart of learning. Homeroom advisors support students' wellbeing, safety, integration and relationships with the community. The Resilience, Rights and Respectful Relationships framework provides resources across primary and secondary levels to develop social, emotional and relationship skills. The university counselling program offers pathways information and guidance to support student transitions and future planning. BIS believes well-being is integral to learning and creates inclusive, caring spaces where students can express themselves and access guidance.

Safeguarding is a core commitment to creating a safe, respectful, and supportive environment for all students. The approach is guided by values of Respect, Integrity, Collaboration, Family and Innovation, as well as international and Belgian child protection standards. The safeguarding framework includes Preventive Measures, Child Protection, and Reporting Concerns, with a trained safeguarding team and procedures to address concerns promptly. Safeguarding concerns are managed by the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) in collaboration with the safeguarding team and the Head of School, in compliance with Belgian law and inter-agency procedures. BIS undertakes rigorous hiring checks, including extended security checks for local staff and extended police checks for faculty joining BIS from other countries, and maintains safeguarding policies to ensure safety and confidentiality.

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.