BEPS International School vs Montgomery International School

	B BEPS International School Brussels, Belgium	M Montgomery International School Brussels, Belgium
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €20,300 - 36,590	Fees / year €27,650 - 35,400
Age range	Age range 2 - 18 years	Age range 5 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (MYP), IB (DP), IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), IPC (International Primary Curriculum)	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils 200
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size 15
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English, French
Opened	Opened 1972	Opened 2007
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Brussels, Belgium. BEPS International School is located at 21-23 Avenue Franklin Roosevelt, 1050 Brussels, near the Bois de la Cambre and the University (ULB).	Location Montgomery International School is located in the heart of Brussels, Belgium, at 133 Rue du Duc, 1200 Brussels. It sits near the European institutions and NATO, with convenient access to public transport. The campus supports an international atmosphere suitable for a cosmopolitan student body.
Stages	Stages Early Years, Primary school, Secondary school.	Stages Elementary through secondary (PYP, MYP, and DP) for ages 5–19.
School type	School type International day school	School type Private international IB World School
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix 300+ students; 50+ nationalities represented.	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support EAL (English as an Additional Language) is available to help students learn English.	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation —	Country affiliation Belgium
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure Early Years & Primary: arrival from 08:30, class by 09:00, end at 15:30 (12:30 on Wednesday); After-school clubs end at 16:45 (13:45 on Wednesday); Garderie ends at 18:00 (15:00 on Wednesday). Secondary: arrival 08:30–08:50, class by 08:50, end at 15:40 (12:30 on Wednesday for MYP; 13:00 for DP/CP).	School day structure Primary hours: 8:10 am–3:30 pm, Wednesdays 8:10 am–12:05 pm; Secondary hours: 8:10 am–3:30 pm daily.
Bus service details	Bus service details Bus service is provided in collaboration with Kids Ride.	Bus service details No MIS-operated bus service. Families may use external providers (Infinities or Kid's Ride); MIS is not responsible for their operations.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Annual tuition fees by year group (amounts per academic year) - Early Years (Early Years 1–3): EUR 20,300. - Lower Primary (Year 1–Year 2): EUR 27,660. - Upper Primary (Year 3–Year 6): EUR 30,380. - Secondary MYP1–MYP3: EUR 33,585. - Secondary MYP4–MYP5: EUR 34,295. - Secondary IB DP1 & DP2 and IB CP1 & CP2: EUR 36,590. One-time application / enrolment fees (due upon application) - Registration fee: EUR 600 (applies to both Early Years/Primary and Secondary). - School Development Fund: EUR 600 (applies to both Early Years/Primary and Secondary). - Refundable deposit: EUR 800 for Early Years & Primary; EUR 1,000 for Secondary. Pro‑rated fees for mid‑year starters - The school publishes pro‑rated amounts for students who start after set dates; the published pro‑rated amounts are shown by cohort for starts after 1 January, 1 March and 1 May: - Early Years: EUR 13,195 (start after 1 Jan); EUR 9,135 (after 1 Mar); EUR 4,465 (after 1 May). - Lower Primary: EUR 17,980 (after 1 Jan); EUR 12,445 (after 1 Mar); EUR 6,085 (after 1 May). - Upper Primary: EUR 19,745 (after 1 Jan); EUR 13,670 (after 1 Mar); EUR 6,685 (after 1 May). - Secondary MYP1–MYP3: EUR 21,830 (after 1 Jan); EUR 15,115 (after 1 Mar); EUR 7,390 (after 1 May). - Secondary MYP4–MYP5: EUR 22,290 (after 1 Jan); EUR 15,435 (after 1 Mar); EUR 7,545 (after 1 May). - Secondary IB DP1/DP2 & CP1/CP2: EUR 23,785 (after 1 Jan); EUR 16,465 (after 1 Mar); EUR 8,050 (after 1 May). Billing schedule and payment terms - Invoices are payable in EUR to the school's bank account. Bank transfer details published by the school are: CBC Bank, IBAN: BE16 7320 5508 8674, SWIFT: CREGBEBB. Bank charges are the payer's responsibility. Cash payments are not accepted. - One‑time application/enrolment fees are due upon application. The refundable deposit is collected at enrolment. Refunds and early‑withdrawal rules - The refundable deposit is collected at enrolment (EUR 800 / EUR 1,000 as noted above). - Reduction on the full year tuition for students leaving school: if a student leaves between 1 September and 31 January a 25% reduction on the full year tuition is applied; after 31 January there is no reduction (0%). Boarding fees - The published fee schedule lists day‑school charges and optional day services (hot lunch, bus, after‑school clubs, garderie). No boarding fees or boarding provision are published. Other costs and optional extras - Optional services not included in the annual tuition: external hot lunch/caterer, school bus service. - Early Years & Primary optional extras: after‑school clubs and garderie (not included in tuition). - Secondary additional costs not included in the tuition may include: optional MYP assessment fees (where applicable), subject‑specific personal educational materials (e.g., graphing calculators, project art supplies, personal novels), compulsory IB DP2 and CP2 assessment fees, and the IB CP1 compulsory Global Summer Programme in Switzerland (approx. CHF 2,500, excluding flights and visas). - Upon arrival each child receives a PE kit; additional uniform or clothing costs (beyond the supplied kit) are not itemized in the published schedule. Fee payment methods - The published payment method is bank transfer in EUR to the school's IBAN; bank charges are the payer's responsibility. Cash payments are not accepted. No published reference to credit card payments or other electronic payment methods appears in the published fee information. Administrative notes (concise) - One‑time application/enrolment charges are payable at application; the annual tuition figures above are the standard published annual tuition amounts by cohort. Refund adjustments for mid‑year leaving are applied as reductions on the full year tuition as shown above. The refundable deposit is collected at enrolment. Summary of coverage and missing items - Published material provides full annual tuition amounts by year group, one‑time application and deposit amounts, pro‑rated figures for mid‑year starts, the bank account for payment (IBAN/SWIFT), a statement that cash is not accepted and a published early‑withdrawal reduction schedule. The published material does not list explicit standard per‑term invoice amounts or a published multi‑instalment billing schedule; those details are addressed in the school's payment condition documents and pro‑rata table but a standard per‑term instalment breakdown is not published in the fee schedule.	Fee details Application & registration fees - One‑time registration fee for new students: EUR 2,000. - Annual administration fee for returning students: EUR 1,650. - Waiting‑list payment: EUR 2,000 (this amount may be taken to secure a place on the waiting list and is refundable if the family chooses not to enrol after being offered a seat under the conditions described by the school). Tuition fees for the 2026/2027 academic year (annual and per‑term by year group) Note: tuition is published as an annual amount for 2026–2027; the school calendar is organised around three main teaching blocks across the academic year, so the per‑term figures below show the annual amount divided by three teaching terms (annual ÷ 3). The per‑term figures are presented to two decimal places. - PYP1–PYP5 (Grade 1–5): Annual tuition EUR 26,000 — Per term (annual ÷ 3) EUR 8,666.67. - MYP1–MYP3 (Grade 6–8): Annual tuition EUR 27,850 — Per term (annual ÷ 3) EUR 9,283.33. - MYP4–MYP5 (Grade 9–10): Annual tuition EUR 28,950 — Per term (annual ÷ 3) EUR 9,650.00. - DP1 (Grade 11): Annual tuition EUR 33,100 — Per term (annual ÷ 3) EUR 11,033.33. - DP2 (Grade 12): Annual tuition EUR 33,750 — Per term (annual ÷ 3) EUR 11,250.00. Discounts - 10% discount for the second child. - 20% discount for the third child. - 50% discount for the fourth child. What the annual tuition includes - Textbooks, online books and photocopies of the syllabus; PYP 3–5 school trip; day field trips; school hoodie and school t‑shirt (PYP and MYP only); yearbook; MYP & DP subscriptions to online resources; DP 1–2 exam fees. Additional costs (examples and typical amounts) - MYP yearly school trip (5 days/4 nights): approximate budget EUR 1,300 to EUR 1,600 (all MYP students are required to participate). - DP school trip: additional cost where applicable (amount varies by trip). - School pictures (variable). - From Grade 4 onwards, students must have their own laptop with access to Google Workspace or Microsoft Office (family purchase). - Homework club / Garderie / After‑school activities: these are charged in addition to tuition; the school's after‑school services list a standard rate of EUR 10 per hour for Homework Club (PYP 1–5) and Garderie (5:00–6:00 pm). - Hot lunch (annual charge): example published annual hot‑lunch fees for 2025–2026 were EUR 1,608 for PYP and EUR 1,488 for MYP 1–3; hot‑lunch billing is handled separately and payment instructions (bank transfer) are supplied on the hot‑lunch order form. Boarding and transport - Montgomery International School is a day school; the school does not operate its own school bus service and families typically use third‑party transport providers. There are no boarding fees. Billing schedule and payment terms (summary of published practice and available public details) - Tuition figures are published as annual amounts for the 2026/2027 academic year. The school's admissions steps indicate that the family submits enrolment documents and payment in order to secure a seat and that families are asked to upload proof of payment as part of enrolment. The public fee page does not list a detailed invoice schedule or standard instalment dates for tuition; the school's published materials (e.g., specific programme forms and admissions policy) show that payments by bank transfer with proof of payment are used for specific items. Refund information - Waiting‑list fee: the published admissions policy states that the EUR 2,000 waiting‑list payment is refundable if the family chooses not to enrol after being offered a seat (the policy specifies a two‑week confirmation window and refund conditions). - No other specific refund schedule for tuition or registration is published on the school's publicly posted tuition page for the 2026/2027 fees (refund terms for other fees are not specified in the public fee summary). Fee payment options and bank details (as shown on published school forms) - Bank transfer is used for fee payments shown on school forms. The school account shown on hot‑lunch and other school forms: Banque Fortis — IBAN BE64 0015 8979 6452 — BIC GEBABEBB (payment forms instruct families to send proof of payment). - The admissions process requires families to upload proof of payment to complete enrolment steps. Summary of key fee figures (2026/2027) - Annual tuition (PYP1–PYP5): EUR 26,000; per term EUR 8,666.67. - Annual tuition (MYP1–MYP3): EUR 27,850; per term EUR 9,283.33. - Annual tuition (MYP4–MYP5): EUR 28,950; per term EUR 9,650.00. - Annual tuition (DP1): EUR 33,100; per term EUR 11,033.33. - Annual tuition (DP2): EUR 33,750; per term EUR 11,250.00. - One‑time registration fee (new students): EUR 2,000; annual administration fee (returning students): EUR 1,650. - Hot lunch (example annual rates): PYP EUR 1,608; MYP 1–3 EUR 1,488 (hot‑lunch payments require bank transfer details and proof of payment on the order form). (Where an exact billing timetable, instalment plan schedule, or a broader set of published payment methods for tuition was not listed on the public tuition page, the school's admission materials and payment forms indicate that payment by bank transfer with proof of payment is used for named items and that families must submit payment to secure a place. For enrolment, refer to the school's admissions procedure which sets out that payment is required to secure a seat and proof of payment must be uploaded.)
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements The school operates as a day school; boarding is not provided.	Boarding arrangements Extended Day provides after-school care and activities for all age groups. Homework Club (PYP 1-5) runs 4:00–5:00 pm (10€/hour); Garderie (5:00–6:00 pm) costs 10€/hour; After School Support for Secondary (3:45–4:45 pm) is free. Extracurricular activities are offered according to demand.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options Children can bring a packed lunch or subscribe to external caterers. Belibox provides cold lunch boxes made with organic and seasonal products, and a hot lunch service by a caterer (Joe Weizman) offers warm meals. BEPS is nut-free and children must bring a water bottle every day.	Food options Lunch options include a hot lunch service for all primary and MYP 1-3 students. Students may bring their own lunches and warm them in microwaves; from age 14 (MYP4), students may go outside the school grounds for lunch with parental approval.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership Governance is led by a General Director, Pascale Hertay, and a Finance Director who serves as Deputy General Director, Charlotte Van Brussel. The leadership team also includes the Heads of IB Curricula, Early Years & Lower Primary, Secondary School, and Upper Primary School.	Governance and ownership MIS is part of the Ermitage Education Group. Jim Doherty is the CEO of the Ermitage Education Group.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details BEPS offers Early Years, Primary and Secondary education. The Secondary School follows the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP) with eight subject areas: Language and Literature, Language Acquisition, Individuals and Societies, Sciences, Mathematics, Arts, Physical and Health Education, and Design. English is the language of instruction and BEPS provides English Language Acquisition (EAL) to support students with limited English, including a six-week EAL 'Survival English' period and an EAL 'Fun Club'. The French Language Acquisition Programme develops the ability to communicate across languages and cultures within the MYP. BEPS emphasizes an inquiry‑based learning approach consistent with IB practices. Class sizes are small, with a maximum of 18 students per class.	Curriculum details The school offers an IB programme with two options: an English-language programme with French as a second language, and a bilingual English–French immersion programme. The IB continuum includes Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP).
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio Small classes with up to 18 students per class; BEPS provides EAL and Learning Support to tailor instruction to individual needs.	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results 100% pass rate for the IB Diploma Programme for seven consecutive years; average 34 points; 50% of students graduate with the bilingual or the advanced bilingual diploma.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression BEPS provides University & Career Counselling to guide students through the university process, including university applications, course selection, letters of recommendations and mock interviews, and to assist with internships and work experiences.	Higher education progression Graduates have been admitted to universities worldwide, including Bocconi University (Italy), Delft University of Technology (Netherlands), Erasmus University Rotterdam (Netherlands), Essec (France), Imperial College London (UK), King's College London (UK), KU Leuven (Belgium), Maastricht University (Netherlands), McGill University (Canada), Sciences Po Grenoble (France), Sorbonne (France), Université Libre de Bruxelles (Belgium), University College London (UK), University College of Utrecht (Netherlands), University of Amsterdam (Netherlands), University of British Columbia (Canada), University of Edinburgh (Scotland), University of Glasgow (Scotland), University of Saint Andrews (Scotland), and University of Toronto (Canada).
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning We listen to one another and support each other with empathy and kindness.	Social & emotional learning The school implements the IB curriculum with a focus on personal development. It aims to develop independent critical thinkers and to enhance students' social and communication skills.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language An EAL (English programme) is offered.	English as an additional language The school offers an English-only programme with French as a second language, and a bilingual programme with French and English immersion. Students can choose the bilingual track even if they are not fluent in French, developing proficiency in both languages.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Teachers and staff look after students' mental wellbeing.	Mental wellbeing A supportive, inclusive and open minded environment supports students' mental wellbeing. The school focuses on personal development, independence and social communication skills to help students navigate challenges and grow confidence.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding —
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview BEPS International School Brussels sits in a purpose-built campus in the heart of Brussels. In Autumn 2022, the Secondary School moved into a new building adjoining the Primary School, following major renovations designed to fit BEPS's learning approach. The building preserves its historic façade while providing spaces tailored for authentic, collaborative learning. The interior features an open floor plan with collaborative spaces for small groups and individual learning corners. A Maker Space offers resources to turn ideas into tangible designs, and a lounge and dining area supports social learning. A purpose-built Science Lab with modern infrastructure enables practical investigations and research.	Facilities overview Montgomery International School is located in the heart of Brussels in a former 1907 double hôtel de Maître building. Since January 2020, a 500 m2 additional facility was acquired 50 m from the main building to accommodate DP students. The campus includes a fully equipped science lab, a 3D printer, a comprehensive bilingual library, a study area for older students, and a space dedicated to theatre classes. The school leverages its central location to visit international institutions, museums, galleries and theatres. Theatre performances take place in a professional theatre in the capital, and field trips throughout the year visit theatres, museums, parks or festivals.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities Physical Education classes take place in nearby sport centres: V.U.B, Centre Mounier, and Centre Sportif Etterbeek. These facilities allow students to practice sports such as climbing, swimming, basketball and fencing.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Academic facilities include a purpose-built Science Lab with modern infrastructure for practical investigations. A Maker Space provides resources to bring designs to life. An open floor plan with collaborative spaces supports small-group work and flexible learning, while quiet corners offer focused study. The spaces are designed to reflect BEPS's approach to authentic, real-world learning.	Academic facilities The campus features a fully equipped science lab, a 3D printer, a comprehensive bilingual library, and a study area for older students. DP students have access to the Brussels University library (ULB) for research, and there is a dedicated space for theatre-related activities.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Beyond the classroom, BEPS offers After School Clubs with sports: Football, Judo, Yoga, Mini basket, Self defense; arts: Art and Craft, Ukulele, Drama, StoryTime, Puppet Theatre; and other activities such as Cooking Club and Discovering Nature. A Morning Club operates from 08:30 each day, and a Breakfast Club runs from 08:00 with after-school care until 18:00 (15:00 on Wednesdays). Holiday Clubs are offered during school holidays.	Extra curricular facilities Theatre performances are held in a professional theatre in Brussels. The school organises multiple field trips throughout the year to theatres, museums, parks and festivals, enriching experiences beyond the classroom.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Established in 1972 BEPS International School serves the international community of Brussels by providing education for children aged 2½ to 18. It is located in a beautiful area near the Bois de la Cambre. The school has around 300 students and a teaching body from around the world, which brings rich diversity to the learning environment. BEPS describes itself as a family and aims to welcome each member of the school community.	History Founded in 2007 by David Gerone, Montgomery International School began with a vision that no child should be left behind. In 2013, his wife Francesca Vona joined to manage the administrative side. The school adopted the International Baccalaureate programme in 2015. In 2022, MIS achieved the best IBDP score in Brussels, exceeding the global average by 5 points. In September 2023, MIS joined the Ermitage Educational Group, which includes ERMITAGE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (EIS) in Maison Lafitte and SAINTE VICTOIRE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (SVIS) in Aix en Provence; David Gerone stepped down from his role.
Community	Community BEPS fosters an international, close-knit community with students and staff from many nationalities. All parents are members of the PTA, and an energetic PTA committee organizes events that bring families, teachers and children together. The school hosts family events such as Welcome Back Picnic, Halloween or Winter party, and the Summer Fair; it also runs child-focused activities around Saint Nicolas, Halloween, and Easter Egg Hunt.	Community At Montgomery International School, a school community is an essential part of the educational experience, with the relationships between students, teachers and parents being key to a safe, encouraging learning environment. A strong community encourages students to be engaged and to feel supported. Through a dynamic Parents' Association and activities such as field trips, cross-age tutoring, student‑teacher meetings, and family‑oriented events, students develop a sense of belonging and learn cooperation, responsibility and respect, which supports academic success. The school maintains parent communication through class representatives who share updates via dedicated WhatsApp groups.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association All BEPS parents are members of the Parent-Teacher Association (PTA). An energetic PTA committee organizes events and raises funds to support school projects and charity. PTA events include Welcome Back Picnic, Halloween/Winter party, and the Summer Fair; there are also child-focused activities such as Saint Nicolas, Halloween and Easter Egg Hunt.	Parent teacher association Montgomery International School Parents' Association is the school's body focused on fostering a sense of community and building strong connections between the school, faculty and parents. The Association organizes events throughout the year to bring the community together, including a Welcome New Families Picnic, Halloween Party, Saint Nicholas Party, Quiz Night, Happy Hour, Coffee Mornings, End-of-Year Picnic, Les 15km de Woluwé, Teachers' Appreciation Day, and an International Food Festival. A parent representative is appointed per class to share important updates from the school via dedicated WhatsApp groups, ensuring parents stay informed and connected.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Learning is based on thinking. BEPS develops creative and critical thinking skills and encourages transferring knowledge across disciplines. Learning is interdisciplinary and project-based, connecting classroom work with authentic, real-world contexts. Career-based learning is integrated into the curriculum to help students understand potential life pathways from a young age.	Academic & intellectual Montgomery International School is a fully accredited IB school serving students aged 5 to 19. The IB curriculum emphasises academic rigour and personal development. The Diploma Programme develops skills in research, communication, self-management, and critical thinking. The school offers two tracks: an English-language programme with French as a second language and an advanced bilingual programme with English–French immersion.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative After-school clubs include Arts such as Art and Craft, Ukulele, Drama, StoryTime, and Puppet Theatre. They also offer sports like Football, Judo, Yoga, Mini basketball, and Self-defense, as well as other activities such as Cooking Club and Discovering Nature. Clubs are joined on a termly basis and BEPS welcomes new clubs and ideas.	Arts & creative The theatre/media class is a core part of the curriculum. Theatre is taught for two hours per week. End-of-year performances take place in a Brussels theatre, giving students a platform to showcase their work. Students create decors and costumes, reinterpret original plays or develop original scripts; past productions include A Christmas Carol, Oliver Twist, The Lion King and The Jungle Book.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language The school has 300+ students and more than 50 nationalities, reflecting a diverse international community. The BEPS community is family-oriented and inclusive, welcoming everyone, with staff and students coming from around the world.	Cultural & language Montgomery offers two tracks: an English-language programme and an Advanced Bilingual track. In the English track all subjects are taught in English with French as a second language, while the bilingual track provides immersive instruction in both French and English. In the PYP instruction is split 50% French and 50% English; in the MYP it is about 70% English and 30% French; in the DP a second language is studied as Language and Literature with another subject taught in the same language (for example History in French). The bilingual programme is designed to develop academic competency in both languages, even if students are not initially fluent.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies After School Clubs provide opportunities for social interaction and creative expression. Clubs are available on a termly basis with a range of options to choose from, including sports, arts and other activities. The school welcomes new clubs and ideas.	Social & hobbies Extracurricular activities include Art Club, Coding School in collaboration with Logiscool, and Dance. French Club and Italian lessons are offered as part of after-school programs. Piano and guitar lessons are available, taught by qualified instructors. Tennis lessons are offered in collaboration with a local club Set Wahis. Library Book Club operates for primary students, and Team Sport is organized after school, including basketball, soccer, handball and volleyball.
Community & service	Community & service BEPS describes its community as a welcoming family with a safe, caring and stimulating environment. Parents value the community and are invited to engage with the school. The BEPS community includes Parents, Alumni and Partners.	Community & service Service Learning is a core value at Montgomery International School and is integrated in both PYP and MYP. In PYP, four-week projects cover topics from environmental initiatives to arts and community outreach, including Eco Warriors, Sunshine Squad, Culinary Club and Winter Singers. In MYP, students undertake self-initiated and class-based activities linked to the curriculum, developing caring and responsible citizenship. DP students participate in CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service) and collaborate with local organizations such as Serve the City to address local and global issues.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Career-based learning is integrated into BEPS's approach, going beyond a course to provide authentic contexts. The IB framework includes Extended Essay (EE), CAS and experiential learning. Learning is interdisciplinary and project-based, helping students plan and share assessment across disciplines.	Leadership & professional University Counseling introduces students in MYP5 to ensure that their university choices align with their course selections. A yearly programme includes presentations by university representatives and opportunities to visit international higher education fairs and attend campus visits. There is additional support in DP1 and DP2 during the university application process, offered in individual meetings with a counselor and in small group sessions.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Well-being is a central part of BEPS's learning philosophy. The learning approach highlights self-management and the development of healthy habits. It also emphasizes applying learning in real-world contexts with attention to students' emotional and social well-being.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Dance classes focus on technique and body alignment, improvisation and choreography, with projects that are typically presented during school shows. Team Sport is organized by a school coach and includes activities such as basketball, soccer, handball and volleyball. Extended Day provides after-school options including Homework Club for PYP 1-5 from 4:00 to 5:00 pm, Garderie from 5:00 to 6:00 pm, and After School Support for secondary students from 3:45 to 4:45 pm. Italian language lessons are also offered free of charge to families by permanent teachers from the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision English is the language of instruction, with English language support available, including English Language Acquisition in the MYP. French is taught by specialist teachers. In Primary, BEPS uses the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) to develop international mindedness. In Secondary BEPS is an IB World School offering the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), the IB Diploma Programme (DP) and the IB Career-related Programme (CP), with Language and Literature and Language Acquisition among the subjects.	Language provision English and French are taught at Montgomery International School. In the English programme, all courses are taught in English and French is learned through Language Acquisition. The bilingual track uses both languages, with PYP 50% French and 50% English and MYP 70% English and 30% French. The Advanced Bilingual Diploma includes French Language and Literature and History taught in French, with other subjects taught in English.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The school teaches in English and French. French is taught by specialist teachers.	Bilingual teaching Two programmes start from PYP2: the English programme and the Advanced Bilingual programme. In the English programme, all subjects are taught in English, with French taught as a second language. The bilingual track provides instruction in both English and French, with the PYP balance at 50% English and 50% French and the MYP balance at 70% English and 30% French. In the Diploma Programme, the Advanced Bilingual Diploma requires French Language and Literature and History taught in French, with other subjects in English; students can choose it even if they are not fluent in French.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs English and bilingual schooling with French and English immersion courses. In the bilingual track, instruction is immersive in both languages, with PYP delivered 50% French and 50% English and MYP balancing toward English with French as a language subject; the Advanced Bilingual Diploma includes French-language study in certain subjects.
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions The school invites prospective families to arrange a private tour of BEPS and learn more about enrolment.	Admissions Schedule a virtual appointment or a school visit with the link we will send you. Meet with our Admissions Team. Apply on our Open Apply Admissions platform to begin the formal application. STEP 2: Share your child's last two years of school reports when applicable. Submit a reference when applicable. The admissions team reviews these documents to assess fit with MIS programs and language expectations. STEP 3: Grade placement is confirmed based on submitted documents and any necessary assessments. A place is offered at MIS once placement is determined. Where necessary, placement tests in Math, English and/or French may be requested to determine the best course of study. The outcome ensures registration aligns with the PYP, MYP or DP track. STEP 4: Fill out the enrolment forms on our Admissions Portal and upload the proof of payment. The enrollment forms complete the formal enrollment, and payment confirms the registration. Parents may receive confirmation that the enrollment is submitted and moving to final steps. STEP 5: Student is enrolled. Our team will be in touch to schedule a placement test (if applicable) and confirm the first day of school. You will be contacted with next steps, including start date and any onboarding information.
Scholarships	Scholarships The Financial Aid Programme supports enrolment of students who otherwise would not be able to attend BEPS due to financial reasons. It is limited to Secondary School and grants cover a percentage of the annual tuition fee; the aid budget is reviewed annually and is not guaranteed for all eligible applicants. For details, contact s.ortmans@beps.com.	Scholarships —
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