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Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, Reggio Emilia Approach
Taught languages English, French
Strengths Outdoor Education, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction
Roots and Wings School is a Brussels school offering preschool, primary and secondary education under British Curriculum, including Cambridge IGCSE and A-Levels. The school serves ages 2–18 and uses a project-based approach across all stages. In preschool (2.5 to 5), two teachers care for up to 12 children in a play-based program that builds social skills, emotional awareness, imagination and self-directed learning through yoga, gardening, cooking and storytelling. Primary learning uses self-organised learning environment (SOLE) sessions and integrated themes that blend maths, sciences, language skills and the arts, with the outdoors in a wooded park acting as a second classroom. Secondary education covers the British Curriculum, preparing students for IGCSEs and A-Levels, with an individualized journey emphasizing collaboration, inclusiveness, innovation, creativity, resilience and curiosity. Founded in 2009 by Soraya Yavari, Roots and Wings is Brussels school with a multinational team and parent involvement, including sharing. The school welcomes international families.
Avenue J. Brel 30, 1200 Woluwe-Saint-Lambert, Belgium
The Essentials
Roots and Wings School has instruction in English, French.
Location
The school is located in Brussels, Belgium, in the Woluwe-Saint-Lambert area at Avenue Jacques Brel 30, 1200 Woluwe-Saint-Lambert. It has recently moved to a green setting near the woods of Woluwe-Saint-Lambert, with daily outdoor surroundings described as welcoming for learning. The woods provide a natural environment for daily activities.
Stages
Preschool; Primary; Secondary
Type
international school
Fees
Annual tuition at Roots and Wings School ranges from EUR 12,300 to EUR 14,500 for 2026/27.
Application fees
- There is no registration fee.
Tuition fees by year group (annual, per-term and per-month breakdown)
- Preschool — EUR 12,300 per year. - Per term (calculated by dividing the annual fee equally across three terms): EUR 4,100.00 per term. (Calculation is an arithmetic division of the published annual fee and the school's stated option to bill “each term”.) - Per month (if billed monthly over 12 months): EUR 1,025.00 per month. (Monthly amount is an arithmetic division of the published annual fee.)
- Reception & Primary — EUR 14,500 per year. - Per term (calculated by dividing the annual fee equally across three terms): EUR 4,833.33 per term. (Calculation is an arithmetic division of the published annual fee and the school's stated option to bill “each term”.) - Per month (if billed monthly over 12 months): EUR 1,208.33 per month. (Monthly amount is an arithmetic division of the published annual fee.)
- Secondary — EUR 14,500 per year. - Per term (calculated by dividing the annual fee equally across three terms): EUR 4,833.33 per term. (Calculation is an arithmetic division of the published annual fee and the school's stated option to bill “each term”.) - Per month (if billed monthly over 12 months): EUR 1,208.33 per month. (Monthly amount is an arithmetic division of the published annual fee.)
What the annual fee covers
- The yearly fee includes all the school material needed throughout the entire year.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Billing frequency options: the school accepts payment each term or on a monthly basis. (Specific term dates, the number of terms used for billing, and exact monthly billing schedule are not specified in the published fee summary; the per-term and per-month figures above are arithmetic divisions of the annual amounts to match the school's stated payment-frequency options.)
Boarding fees
- Boarding is not applicable. The school operates as a day school with stated daily hours for preschool, primary and secondary.
Other costs or fees (uniforms, after-school care, extracurriculars, etc.)
- School materials: included in the yearly fee. - After-school garderie: an after-school garderie runs every day from 15:00 to 17:00; the cost of the garderie depends on frequency of attendance (no fixed rate published in the fee summary). - Uniforms / uniform fees: no uniform fee or mandatory uniform is listed in the published fee summary.
Refund information
- No refund terms or a published refund policy appear in the fee summary; no specific refund amounts or conditions are provided in the published yearly-fees material.
Fee payment options (methods)
- The published information confirms the school accepts payment by term or by monthly instalments; specific payment methods (credit card, direct debit, bank transfer, etc.) are not specified in the published fee summary.
Academics
Roots and Wings School teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, Reggio Emilia Approach for students aged 2 to 18.
Curriculum
Roots and Wings uses a project-based curriculum across preschool, primary and secondary education. Preschool offers a full-time program for 2.5 to 5 year olds with 2 teachers for up to 12 children and emphasizes social skills, emotional awareness, imagination, self-directed learning, and play-based activities such as yoga, gardening, cooking, and storytelling. Primary education uses an integrated project-based approach where learning comes to life through self-organised learning environment (SOLE) sessions; themes combine maths, sciences, language skills, and arts, with the outdoors used as a second classroom in a wooded park setting to support mindfulness and practical understanding. Secondary education provides full coverage of the British Curriculum preparing students for IGCSEs and A-Levels, with co-creation of an individualized academic journey and a focus on collaboration, inclusiveness, innovation, creativity, resilience and curiosity. The outdoors continues to serve as a learning context.
Student Teacher Ratio
Preschool class size is up to 12 children with 2 teachers.
Higher Education Progression
The school provides full coverage of the British Curriculum preparing students for IGCSEs and A-Levels.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school promotes social skills. It models emotional awareness and expression. It supports self-directed learning and independent thinking. It promotes respect for self, for others and for nature. It fosters mindfulness and emotional regulation through play and project-based learning.
Mental Wellbeing
Mindfulness is emphasized in students, with the ability to focus, be present, and manage frustration and intense emotions. The approach fosters greater self-reliance and independent thinking. Outdoor learning in a wooded park supports brain development and emotional balance. The school values collaboration, empathy, and a growth mindset as part of well-being. Emotional awareness and expression are integral to daily learning and relationships.
FAQs
What curriculum does Roots and Wings School follow?
Roots and Wings uses a project-based curriculum across preschool, primary and secondary education. Preschool offers a full-time program for 2.5 to 5 year olds with 2 teachers for up to 12 children and emphasizes social skills, emotional awareness, imagination, self-directed learning, and play-based
What age range does Roots and Wings School serve?
Roots and Wings School serves students from age 2 to 18.
What are the tuition fees?
Annual fees range from approximately 12300 to 14500.
Where is Roots and Wings School located?
The school is located in Brussels, Belgium, in the Woluwe-Saint-Lambert area at Avenue Jacques Brel 30, 1200 Woluwe-Saint-Lambert. It has recently moved to a green setting near the woods of Woluwe-Saint-Lambert, with daily outdoor surroundings descri
Does Roots and Wings School have a religious affiliation?
No published religious affiliation was found for Roots and Wings School.
Does Roots and Wings School offer learning support?
No published learning support or SEN provision was found. Families should contact Roots and Wings School directly.
What languages are used for instruction?
The school offers the British Curriculum for secondary education, preparing students for IGCSEs and A-Levels.
What facilities does Roots and Wings School have?
Roots and Wings School is a small international school in Brussels, Belgium that opened in 2009. It offers preschool, primary and secondary education. The school uses a project-based approach aimed at unfolding of each child's full potential. Its setting is in the middle of a wooded park, with the o
What extracurricular activities are available?
Creativity is woven into everyday learning. In Preschool, weekly activities include creative arts, music, storytelling, acting and circus-inspired movement, along with yoga and outdoor exploration. These expressive activities are integrated with other learning through hands-on experiences such as cr
Who leads Roots and Wings School?
The school is led by Soraya Yavari.
When was Roots and Wings School established?
Roots and Wings School was established in 2009.
What is the school community like?
Roots and Wings School serves an international community in Brussels and is a small international school with a multinational team. The founder and team are dedicated to an individualized, collaborati
What are the university pathways?
The school provides full coverage of the British Curriculum preparing students for IGCSEs and A-Levels.
