Bogaerts International School - North Campus vs Montgomery International School

	B Bogaerts International School - North Campus Brussels, Belgium	M Montgomery International School Brussels, Belgium
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €12,950 - 29,500	Fees / year €27,650 - 35,400
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 5 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Pupils	Pupils 550	Pupils 200
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size 15
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English, French
Opened	Opened —	Opened 2007
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location —	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 —	Stages Elementary through secondary (PYP, MYP, and DP) for ages 5–19.
School type	School type —	School type Private international IB World School
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation —	Country affiliation Belgium
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	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 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 —	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 —	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 —	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 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 —	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 —	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 —	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 —	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 —	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 —	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 —	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 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 —	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 —	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 —	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 —	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 —	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 —	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 —	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 —	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 —	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 —	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 —	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 —	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 —	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 —	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.
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