Belgium, Brussels
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The EEBA Community provides social-emotional support through the 'Friendship Supporters' who look after the wellbeing of primary school children; when they notice that something is wrong, they talk to the Deputy Head of Primary and together they put in place actions to solve the problem. The school also teaches eight life skills: Perseverant, Critical mind, Self-control, Hopeful, Considerate, Cooperative, Honnest, Respect.
The school supports students with special educational needs (SEN) to the extent of its available resources. Applicants are required to disclose any learning differences, social, behavioral or emotional difficulties, and any accommodations needed during the admissions process so that appropriate support can be provided.
Language sections include Francophone (French), Anglophone (English), Swedish SWaLS, and Finnish SWaLS.
Mental wellbeing is supported through the Friendship Supporters program, which addresses concerns about pupil wellbeing in primary and coordinates actions with the Deputy Head of Primary.
Safeguarding is addressed through pupil wellbeing structures: Friendship Supporters safeguard pupil wellbeing by reporting concerns and coordinating actions; Class Representatives provide student voice for safeguarding, and the Parent–Teacher Association promotes social events and involvement supporting student welfare.
European School of Bruxelles-Argenteuil (EEBA) is a private bilingual school in Belgium offering the European Schools program alongside a bespoke curriculum, from ages 3 to 18. The school provides the European Baccalaureate and the International Baccalaureate as two reference diplomas, enabling students to pursue university study across Europe and beyond. The campus is situated on the Château d'Argenteuil grounds near Waterloo, combining historic settings with modern classrooms, science laboratories, a large library, and ICT facilities. The Château's facilities host art, sewing, and woodwork workshops, a music room and concert hall, as well as a school restaurant. EEBA emphasizes language development through dedicated English and French boosts, and maintains a range of after-school activities including sports, arts, and cultural programs. Extracurriculars extend to the Duke of Edinburgh's Award, community service, and creative clubs, with Stay & Learn sessions and a Summer Camp that broaden learning beyond the classroom for all students.