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Pastoral care is provided to all pupils. Wellbeing in school is taught as a dedicated subject in Nursery and Primary with weekly units. KiVa is an anti-bullying program operating in the school with universal lessons and indicated actions. Social and psychological services are available to support students, including a counselling team for the secondary school. A medical service is available on site to support pupil wellbeing.
European School Luxembourg I uses a whole-school approach to special educational needs. Three types of educational support are offered: general, moderate, and intensive, with strict regulations for intensive support. The SUPCO (Support Coordinator) coordinates with the relevant section and teachers to create learning plans. Support is provided in partnership with parents/guardians to maximise inclusion. The aim is for every student to reach full potential in an inclusive environment.
There are 10 language sections, including English and French. SWALS (Students Without Language Section) are available in Bulgarian, Estonian, and Latvian. First language L1 and Second language L2 provisions exist for Nursery and Primary. The school follows a multilingual, multicultural education approach as outlined in its mission. Educational support and a Team Educational Support coordinate language development and inclusion.
Wellbeing in school is taught as a dedicated subject for Nursery and Primary. The secondary school has a counselling team and access to social and psychological services. A medical service is available on site to support wellbeing. Pastoral care procedures address safeguarding and wellbeing. KiVa anti-bullying program supports a safe, supportive school climate.
Procedures to follow in case of pupils in danger are in place. The procedures cover awareness or assumption of danger, and harassment, intimidation, extortion, and violence. Forms are available in German, English and French. The principal educational adviser for the secondary school and the deputy head for the primary school ensure follow-up. A medical service supports safeguarding in emergencies.
European School Luxembourg I is a multilingual school in Luxembourg City that delivers nursery, primary and secondary education within the European Schools framework. The curriculum across three stages leads to the European Baccalaureate, with instruction offered in multiple language sections. In Nursery and Primary there are ten language sections (German, English, French, Spanish, Dutch, Portuguese, Swedish, Finnish, Lithuanian and Polish) and in Secondary there are ten additional language sections (German, English, French, Spanish, Dutch, Portuguese, Swedish, Finnish, Polish and Lithuanian). SWALS languages Bulgarian, Estonian and Latvian are also available. The school serves about 3,350 pupils with around 190 teachers. Facilities include separate Library spaces for Nursery/Primary and Secondary, a canteen service, and bus transport coordinated with local authorities; an on-site Centre Polyvalent de l'Enfance offers childcare for staff families. Extracurriculars span music and fine arts, LANGUES language activities, and a range of sport and social clubs, enriching the student experience.