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Belgium, Leuven
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Founded in 2013, the International School of Leuven opened its doors to a handful of students. It was established by IMEC, VIB, KU Leuven and Stad Leuven to meet the needs of Leuven's growing international community. From its beginnings in the playground of a local school, it has grown considerably and recently moved to a brand new permanent location in Heverlee, conveniently accessible by public transport and motorway access.
Belgian languages and culture are valued as a learning resource at ISL. The school provides a safe, child-centered learning environment that helps children become independent, creative, and reflective problem-solvers. News and events include activities such as Open Day on February 1, 2025, and a Farm Camp residential trip for Grades 1–6, demonstrating an active school community. ISL is a member of ECIS.
International School of Leuven (ISL) is an international day school founded in 2013 by IMEC, VIB, KU Leuven and Stad Leuven to meet Leuven's growing international community. The school offers the British Curriculum alongside the IPC across Early Years and Primary, with ages 2 to 12. English and Mathematics follow the UK framework, while IPC projects develop collaboration, communication, creativity and critical thinking. IPC Personal Goals—enquiry, resilience, morality, communication, thoughtfulness, cooperation, respect and adaptability—are embedded in learning. Dutch is taught to all Preschool and Primary students, with French offered in Grades 5 and 6; an Additional English Support (EAL) helps learners arriving with limited English. Specialist subjects include Physical Education and Music, with swimming provided from Preschool 2 to Grade 6. A recent move to a brand-new permanent site in Heverlee makes the school easily reachable by public transport and motorway access. ISL also engages in European projects and Erasmus.
