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The school supports the whole child in a bilingual, nurturing environment. Small class sizes enable educators to truly know, recognize, and value each student's unique strengths and profile. Personalized guidance fosters well-being, self-confidence, and balanced development within a secure and structured learning environment. Daily immersion in French and English develops language skills and early literacy while respecting each child's pace and personality. The school fosters emotional and social development within a multicultural community representing 27 nationalities, with teachers actively supporting confidence, emotional security, and self-expression. Instruction is delivered by two native-speaking teachers per class to ensure balanced bilingual learning.
The school teaches in English and French, with daily bilingual immersion across subjects. Two native-speaking teachers, one French and one English, co-teach each class to provide balanced bilingual instruction. The program provides tailored language support from day one for children who do not speak French, with a calm, pressure-free approach. English is an academic language from day one, integrated into reading, writing, and humanities in English. After-school offerings include Playful, Immersive English that strengthens language skills through games, music, visual arts, and creative challenges. Through balanced 50/50 immersion, students learn to think and express themselves in both languages, building cognitive flexibility.
Mental well-being is central to Lennen Bilingual School's philosophy. Small class sizes and individualized guidance support emotional security and self-confidence. Teachers actively foster confidence, emotional security, and self-expression, helping students learn in a calm, supportive environment. The dual-language, caring setting promotes belonging and well-being as part of daily learning. The school's broader programs and experiences are designed to nurture curiosity, resilience, and a sense of well-being.
The school is subject to national requirements regarding educational values, learning conditions, health and safety, child protection, and institutional compliance. Policies are designed to safeguard students and ensure a safe learning environment. The admissions process begins with conversations with families to understand each child's background and needs in a trusting atmosphere. Safeguarding is embedded in governance and daily practice to support the safety and well-being of all students.
Lennen Bilingual School, established in 1960, provides a dual-language education for children aged 2 to 11 in Brussels. The primary campus is located in the Etterbeek district, adjacent to the European Quarter. The school operates a 50/50 immersion model where students alternate daily between English and French instruction. This structure allows pupils to follow the British National Curriculum alongside the French National Curriculum. Class sizes are capped at 20 students per group. A distinctive feature of the school is its "Wednesday Afternoon Club," which offers thematic workshops and cultural outings during the half-day common in Belgian school schedules. Facilities support specialized instruction in music and art, while after-school programs include coding, chess, and judo. This bilingual framework is designed to prepare students for transition into either international or national secondary education systems by providing equal fluency in both instruction languages.
