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The school operates across two campuses, Boulevard Saint Michel (BSM) and Boulevard Louis Schmidt (BLS), within a five-minute walk of each other. Classrooms are modern and well-equipped, with a state-of-the-art smartboard in every room. Digital learning is central: iPads are used from Year 1, personal iPads from Year 3, and Microsoft 365 Education is the hub for materials and homework. BJAB has partnered with CENTURY to generate personalized learning pathways from Year 3, with data dashboards for teachers to tailor instruction. Beebots, Lego Robotics and Strawbees support hands-on STEAM learning, and outdoor learning is a core element with forest trips each term and use of Cinquantenaire Park facilities.
The school has access to nearby sports facilities including swimming, golf, and tennis. Regular use of Cinquantenaire Park's outdoor facilities supports sport and PE activities. Regular inter-school fixtures are organized, enabling students to compete against peers from around Belgium. Residential trips include sports tours.
Modern, well-equipped classrooms support creativity and concentration. State-of-the-art smartboards are in every classroom. iPads are integrated from Year 1, with personal iPads from Year 3, and Microsoft 365 Education is the hub for materials and homework. Beebots, Lego Robotics and Strawbees provide hands-on STEAM learning in the curriculum. CENTURY AI generates personalized learning pathways from Year 3, with dashboards to tailor instruction.
Extracurricular activities include Arts and Crafts, Chess, Coding, Debating, Drama, Eco Club, Fitness, French Conversation & Games, Football, Guitar, Gymbaroo, Hockey, Homework Club, Karate, Netball, Photography, Piano, Projects, Scottish Dancing, Ukulele, Violin and Yoga. Not every activity is offered each term.
British Junior Academy of Brussels (BJAB) is a centrally located international school in Etterbeek, providing a tailored British education from Early Years through to the Senior years. Following the National Curriculum for England, the school is currently expanding its secondary offering to include Year 12 and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) by September 2026. Known for its small class ratios and a "vertical tutoring" system in the Senior School, BJAB fosters a supportive community where students receive individual attention from specialist teachers. The curriculum includes Cambridge IGCSEs for Year 10 and 11, with a strong emphasis on both English and French proficiency, including preparation for local Belgian exams like the CEB. As a member of the Round Square network, the school prioritizes global citizenship and character development. Students benefit from diverse co-curricular activities ranging from the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award to student-led drama productions and specialized annual STEAM fairs.
