European School Brussels II - Woluwe Site vs European School Brussels III

	E European School Brussels II - Woluwe Site Brussels, Belgium	E European School Brussels III Brussels, Belgium
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €4,370 - 8,195	Fees / year €4,380 - 8,195
Age range	Age range 4 - 18 years	Age range 4 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum	Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils 3,237
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Lithuanian, Portuguese, Swedish	Instruction language French, English, German, Dutch, Spanish, Czech
Opened	Opened —	Opened 1999
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Woluwe site (Nursery/Primary) - Avenue Oscar Jespers 75, 1200 Bruxelles (until 31/08/2026); Evere site (Nursery/Primary) - Avenue du Bourget 30, 1130 Haren.	Location Boulevard du Triomphe / Triomflaan, 135, 1050 Bruxelles/Brussel. The school is located in Brussels, Belgium.
Stages	Stages Nursery, Primary and Secondary levels. The Nursery/Primary program operates across two sites, Woluwe and Evere. The Secondary program is part of European School Brussels II.	Stages Nursery, Primary and Secondary.
School type	School type European School (part of the European Schools network).	School type European School
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Educational support is available for pupils with Special Educational Needs. An educational support coordinator handles the nursery/primary cycles at the Evere site (Virginie Vergught) and at the Woluwe site (Katrien Fernandez); the secondary cycle has coordinators for S1–S2 (Antonio Russo) and S3–S7 (Geraldine Gatto-Roissard).	Additional learning support General, moderate and intensive educational support are provided.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation European Schools network (Brussels European Schools).	Country affiliation Belgium
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure Before the day starts, supervision runs 8:10–8:30. After-school supervision runs until about 3:05–3:40 p.m., depending on year group. The timetable shows Nursery and P1–P5 starting around 8:30 a.m. with corresponding end times and mid-day breaks on Wednesday and Friday for some groups.	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details The school bus service provides regular departures from school to home and to nurseries.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application / Enrolment fees - No separate, recurring ‘application fee' is listed. A 25% non‑refundable deposit of the annual school fee is required from parents liable to pay school fees; this deposit is a prior condition for enrolment or continuation of studies and must be settled before the start of the school year. Tuition (minerval) — annual rates and equivalent per‑term figures (Category III) Note: the school sets minerval rates by admission category. Annual amounts and the per‑term equivalents below are presented by cycle (Nursery, Primary, Secondary). Per‑term figures are shown as the annual rate divided into three equal terms for convenience. - Category III — parents other than those covered by Category I/II (rates for pupils enrolled before 01/09/2013): - Nursery: EUR 3,566.24 per year — equivalent EUR 1,188.75 per term. - Primary: EUR 4,903.64 per year — equivalent EUR 1,634.55 per term. - Secondary: EUR 6,686.77 per year — equivalent EUR 2,228.92 per term. - Minimum fee (annual): EUR 1,783.12 — equivalent EUR 594.37 per term. - Category III — parents enrolled after 31/08/2013 (higher band): - Nursery: EUR 4,370.39 per year — equivalent EUR 1,456.80 per term. - Primary: EUR 6,009.36 per year — equivalent EUR 2,003.12 per term. - Secondary: EUR 8,194.57 per year — equivalent EUR 2,731.52 per term. - Minimum fee: 60% of the applicable minerval (per the school's fee rules). - Special rates for children of NATO/NAMSA agents and UN international civil servants (Category III): - Enrolled before 01/09/2013 (annual): Nursery EUR 7,132.48 (EUR 2,377.49 per term); Primary EUR 9,807.28 (EUR 3,269.09 per term); Secondary EUR 13,373.54 (EUR 4,457.85 per term). Minimum: EUR 3,566.24 (EUR 1,188.75 per term). - Enrolled after 31/08/2013 (annual): Nursery EUR 8,740.78 (EUR 2,913.59 per term); Primary EUR 12,018.72 (EUR 4,006.24 per term); Secondary EUR 16,389.14 (EUR 5,463.05 per term). Minimum: 60% of the applicable minerval. Billing schedule and payment terms - A 25% deposit of the annual school fee is required as a condition of enrolment or continuation; the deposit is not refundable. An invoice is issued and must be settled before the beginning of the school year. - Parents who are required to pay school fees will be invoiced for the balance; families may submit a written request for payment by instalments in cases of financial difficulty. Failure to pay school fees in full at the end of the school year may result in the pupil being removed from the school list and not admitted to any European School for the following school year. Boarding fees - Boarding is not applicable at European School Brussels II; there are no boarding fees. The school operates nursery, primary and secondary day provision. Other compulsory or routine charges and typical additional costs - Nursery (routine charges): school insurance EUR 5.00; printing/photocopying EUR 15.00; miscellaneous activities EUR 20.00. - Primary (routine charges / items that are charged to parents): school diary (EUR 5.00 — 5th year only); school insurance EUR 5.00; printing/photocopying EUR 18.00; Intermaths EUR 20.00; swimming lessons (incl. school bathing cap) EUR 150.00 (1st & 2nd years); miscellaneous activities EUR 20.00. - Secondary (routine charges / items): school diary EUR 5.00; school insurance EUR 7.00; printing/photocopying EUR 20.00; workshops EUR 20.00; student card (chip card) EUR 5.00; locker EUR 30.00 (1st year only); European Baccalaureate (BAC) registration fee EUR 94.11 (S7 only); selected course worksheets or subject‑specific materials (example: human sciences worksheets EUR 15.00 for the applicable year). - Additional optional or extra‑curricular costs (transport, canteen, extracurricular activities, school trips, music lessons, equipment, etc.) may be charged separately as required by the school or the Parents' Association services. Sibling discounts and concessions - For families with more than one child in the same fee category: - Category III (pupils enrolled before 01/09/2013): second child tuition reduced to 50% of the applicable rate; subsequent children charged at the minimum fee. - Category III (pupils enrolled after 31/08/2013): second child tuition reduced to 80% of the applicable rate; subsequent children charged at 60% of the applicable rate. Refund and cancellation policy - The 25% enrolment deposit is explicitly non‑refundable. If school fees remain unpaid at the end of the school year (or are only partially paid), the pupil may be considered removed from the school list and will not be admitted to any of the European Schools for the following school year. Requests for partial exemptions or instalment arrangements can be submitted in writing in cases of financial difficulty. Fee payment options accepted - Invoices for school charges and, where applicable, school fees are required to be paid by bank transfer within the deadline specified on the invoice. Families may request payment by instalments in writing where applicable. No credit‑card payment method is specified in the school's standard instructions for payment. Short summary (practical points for parents) - Annual tuition (minerval) is set by category and cycle; the school requires a 25% non‑refundable deposit before the school year begins, invoices the balance and requires timely payment by bank transfer. Sibling reductions apply for successive children in the same category. Routine small charges (insurance, printing, diaries, certain specific activity fees and exam registration) are charged in addition to minerval. Non‑payment can lead to removal from the school list.	Fee details Application fees - There is no separate application or registration fee charged by the European School Brussels III for enrolment into the European Schools system. Parents who are required to pay school fees are invoiced for tuition (Category III where applicable) rather than an upfront application charge. Tuition fees (Category III) — annual amounts (school year 2025/2026) - Nursery (Category III, pupils enrolled from 2013/2014 onwards): EUR 4,370.39 per year. - Primary (Category III, pupils enrolled from 2013/2014 onwards): EUR 6,009.36 per year. - Secondary (Category III, pupils enrolled from 2013/2014 onwards): EUR 8,194.57 per year. - Note: different legacy rates exist for pupils enrolled as Category III in earlier years (example: Nursery EUR 3,566.24; Primary EUR 4,903.64; Secondary EUR 6,686.77 for the older cohort). Tuition — billing schedule and per-installment amounts - Deposit and instalments: - A deposit equal to 25% of the annual tuition is required prior to enrolment. The Board of Governors' payment schedule is: first payment (deposit) on or before 30 June (before the school year starts), 50% of the annual fee payable before 1 November, and the final instalment payable before 31 March. These instalments together cover 100% of the annual tuition. - Example instalment breakdown (Category III, pupils enrolled from 2013/2014 onwards — amounts rounded to cents): - Nursery (annual EUR 4,370.39): 25% deposit EUR 1,092.60; 50% second instalment EUR 2,185.20; final 25% EUR 1,092.60. - Primary (annual EUR 6,009.36): 25% deposit EUR 1,502.34; 50% second instalment EUR 3,004.68; final 25% EUR 1,502.34. - Secondary (annual EUR 8,194.57): 25% deposit EUR 2,048.64; 50% second instalment EUR 4,097.29; final 25% EUR 2,048.64. - Payment terms and consequence of non-payment: - Parents liable for school fees undertake prompt payment on receipt of invoice. If at the end of the school year the school fee has not been paid in full, the pupil concerned will be removed from the school register and will not be admitted to the European Schools for the following school year. Standing orders from a bank are permitted for Category III payments. Contact for invoicing: IXL-INVOICING@eursc.eu. Boarding fees - Boarding is not provided by the European School Brussels III; there are no boarding fees. The school's on-site services for families are organised through the parent association (APEEE) (canteen, transport, extracurricular) rather than a boarding/internat facility. Other mandatory and optional costs - APEEE membership fee (APEEE Ixelles): an annual APEEE membership fee is required to access APEEE-run services (stated as EUR 50 per family for 2025/2026 in the canteen documentation). This membership is a prerequisite for enrolment in APEEE services (canteen, transport, extracurricular). - Canteen (APEEE-managed) — fees for 2025/2026 (per term and annual totals shown): - Nursery (example): 5 days/week — Term 1 EUR 453.60; Term 2 EUR 428.40; Term 3 EUR 239.40; Total year EUR 1,121.40. Other day-per-week options and corresponding term/year totals are listed in the APEEE canteen price schedule. - Primary (example): 5 days/week — Term 1 EUR 497.00; Term 2 EUR 476.00; Term 3 EUR 266.00; Total year EUR 1,239.00. - Secondary (example): 5 days/week — Term 1 EUR 554.40; Term 2 EUR 523.60; Term 3 EUR 231.00; Total year EUR 1,309.00. - The canteen price list contains the full matrix of fees by cycle and days-per-week. Payment options for canteen: online payment via the MyAPEEE platform, bank transfer (IBAN: BE28 3101 5132 3120; BIC: BBRUBEBB; payee: AISBL APEEE Bruxelles III – Cantine) or direct debit (mandate via info@apeeeixelles.be). Payment deadlines are published on the APEEE schedule (example deadlines shown for 2025/2026: Term 1, 15/10/2025; Term 2, 15/12/2025; Term 3, 15/03/2026). Late or returned payments may lead to suspension of access to the service. An administrative fee of EUR 15 is charged for voluntary enrolment changes. - School bus / transport (APEEE-managed): the school bus service is managed and invoiced by the APEEE. Transport places, routes and fees are administered through APEEE enrolment; fees vary by route and subscription; APEEE publishes the transport enrolment and cost information and manages payments via MyAPEEE and bank/direct-debit methods. - Extracurricular activities (APEEE-managed): extracurricular activities and individual music lessons are run by APEEE and incur separate fees; enrolment and cost details are published by APEEE and are invoiced through APEEE. Payment is handled via the APEEE platforms. - Books and school supplies: book lists and required supplies are published by the school for each language section and year group; families purchase materials according to those lists (costs vary by section and year). Book lists for 2025/2026 are provided by the school per section and year group. Refund information - Tuition / school fees (Category III): the official rules require parents to pay the full year's fees by the scheduled instalments; the school's rules emphasise prompt payment and state that non-payment will result in removal from the school register. No general automatic refund policy for annual tuition is stated in the school's published fee information; specific refund or adjustment matters (for example in cases of late arrival, early withdrawal or special circumstances) are handled through the school's invoicing office and under the regulations of the European Schools. Contact for invoicing queries: IXL-INVOICING@eursc.eu. - APEEE services (canteen/transport/extracurricular): the canteen regulation and price list specify administrative fees for voluntary changes (EUR 15) and note that late or returned payments can lead to suspension of access; refunds or credits for APEEE services are governed by APEEE rules (details in the relevant APEEE regulations and price lists). Fee payment options and practical notes - School tuition (Category III): payment by standing order from parents' bank accounts is allowed for Category III payments; parents are required to make the deposit and subsequent instalments by the published deadlines. Invoicing contact: IXL-INVOICING@eursc.eu. - APEEE-run services (canteen, transport, extracurricular): accepted payment methods include online payment via MyAPEEE, bank transfer (IBAN/BIC provided on the canteen price list), and direct debit (mandate via APEEE finance contact). APEEE issues its own invoices for these services and membership. Example bank details shown for the canteen (APEEE): IBAN BE28 3101 5132 3120 / BIC BBRUBEBB (payee AISBL APEEE Bruxelles III – Cantine). Summary (concise) - Tuition (Category III, 2025/2026 rates): Nursery EUR 4,370.39; Primary EUR 6,009.36; Secondary EUR 8,194.57 (annual). Instalments are organised as a 25% deposit, a 50% instalment and a final 25% instalment with deadlines on or around 30 June, 1 November and 31 March. APEEE charges and invoiced services (canteen, transport, extracurricular) are separate and require APEEE membership; canteen fees are invoiced per term with online/bank/direct-debit payment options. For invoicing matters contact the school invoicing office (IXL-INVOICING@eursc.eu) or the APEEE finance/contact addresses shown in the APEEE documentation.
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Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement Sportswear is used for physical education; online orders via eeb3.shop4schools.eu.
Food options	Food options Canteen is provided on site and is run by the Parents' Association (APEEE Woluwe).	Food options Canteen is managed by APEEE-B3; access to the canteen, school bus and extracurricular activities is via the APEEE-B3 online e-Enrolment; more information on the APEEE-B3 site.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership Part of the European Schools network; Brussels II operates on two sites, Woluwe and Evere, with nine language sections at Woluwe and four at Evere. The canteen, transport and extracurricular services are run by the Parents' Association (APEEE).	Governance and ownership The European School Brussels III is part of the European Schools network and is primarily for children of staff of the European institutions.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details European School Brussels II provides multilingual, multicultural education at nursery, primary and secondary levels. The Woluwe campus has three cycles: Nursery, Primary and Secondary, and nine language sections: Dutch-speaking, English-speaking, Finnish, French-speaking, German-speaking, Italian, Lithuanian, Portuguese and Swedish. It follows the European Schools curriculum and offers the European Baccalaureate diploma. In S4-S5 and S6-S7, information booklets per language section guide options and choices for progression toward the BAC. The Evere site runs Nursery and Primary with four language sections: French-speaking, German-speaking, English-speaking and Italian.	Curriculum details The European School Brussels III uses three cycles of secondary education: Observation (S1–S3), Pre-orientation (S4–S5), Orientation (S6–S7). A multilingual program: for the first three years, pupils follow a common curriculum with most subjects taught in the mother tongue. Starting from the first year of the secondary cycle, all students choose a second foreign language (L3); in S4 they may also choose a third foreign language (L4) as an option. Arts, music and physical education are taught with pupils from different language sections. In year 2 Latin can be chosen; in year 3 ICT is available as an option. The sixth and seventh years form the third cycle leading to the European Baccalaureate, with a compulsory core curriculum (L1, L2, Mathematics, at least one science, History and Geography, Philosophy, Physical Education, and Religion or Ethics) and a wide range of elective subjects to total 31–35 periods per week.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio Approximately 1:10 (about 200 teachers for over 2,000 students in secondary).	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Career guidance for S2-S7 includes higher education information with UCAS for UK universities and country-specific guidance (France, the Netherlands, Ireland, Portugal, Spain).	Higher education progression The European Baccalaureate is recognized in all European countries and is the equivalent to any national secondary diploma that allows admission to higher education in the European Union.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented A 'Challenge club' is available for gifted students from P4 and P5; these pupils are challenged in class through differentiation and additional activities.	Gifted and talented Gifted students have a capacity for talent, creativity and innovative ideas and will excel when provided with an appropriately tailored learning programme.
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The psycho-emotional balance plays a major role in learning. The school presents many initiatives to ensure the well-being of students in the secondary school. The Guidance Team coaches and listens to students and covers all language sections; they can meet at school or on Teams and communicate with parents and staff. The Educational Advisers provide guidance on conflict management, learning or emotional issues and coordinate communication between students, parents and the administration. The Care Team meets weekly to review socio-emotional, psychological or learning situations of students with special needs and to define points of action. The Secondary Programme promotes 8 Life Skills, discussed during Class Time, to foster a positive classroom dynamic.	Social & emotional learning The school fosters a respectful, friendly and collaborative atmosphere across Nursery, Primary and Secondary. A communication policy provides preventive measures and is embedded in internal Rules, Life at School materials, and the Code of Conduct. It pays particular attention to bullying, the misuse of ICT, and psychosocial risks. Measures for safety and well-being include daily hygiene and security arrangements, including on-site guards. The infirmary provides medical check-ups and first aid, while the psychology department and section advisers offer private, confidential counseling interviews to any student who requests them.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) Educational support in the secondary cycle is available for students with special educational difficulties or needs. The Secondary Educational Support Coordinators are Mr. Fabio Russo (S1-S2) and Mrs. Geraldine Gatto Roissard (S3-S7). General information on Educational Support and Inclusive Education is available through the school's services. The Care Team reviews students' socio-emotional, psychological or learning situations and defines actions for each case. The page references Educational Support guidelines and presentations on Educational Support & Inclusive Education in Secondary.	Special educational needs (SEN) Any pupil may need support at some point, and different forms and levels of educational support are provided to help pupils with difficulties or special needs. Support types include general, moderate, and intensive, and are designed to meet individual needs. Support is delivered using varied teaching methods and adapts as a pupil develops. Early identification of needs informs the support path. Educational Support Guidelines (updated 17.09.2024) govern the approach.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language The school follows the European School model of language learning. The first language (L1) is the mother tongue; the first foreign language (L2) begins in the first year of the primary cycle, with choices between French, English, and German. A third foreign language (L3) is compulsory from the first year of the secondary cycle, and from year four a fourth language (L4) can be added as an option. Language sections include FR, EN, DE, NL, ES, EL and CS across Nursery, Primary and Secondary. By the third year of secondary, humanities and Religion or Moral Ethics are taught in the L2 language.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Mental well-being is central to student support. The well-being framework includes access to school psychologists and well-being resources. The Educational Advisers provide guidance on emotional issues and coordinate with the Guidance Team and psychologists. The Guidance Team offers confidential coaching and can meet in person or via Teams. The Care Team coordinates long-term support for pupils and monitors socio-emotional and learning needs. A Secondary Programme to promote 8 Life Skills supports social-emotional development.	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is supported through confidential counseling via the psychology department and section advisers. Preventive measures and a supportive policy address psychosocial risks and promote student well-being. Attention to bullying and to misuse of ICT contributes to a safer, more caring school climate. The infirmary and medical staff support students' well-being through routine check-ups and first aid, and security measures help ensure a safe daily environment.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The school is committed to safeguarding and to creating an inclusive and safe community. Activities include dialogues on bystander intervention and healthy relationships. There is a form for witnesses or victims of sexual transgression. The information transmitted via this form is confidential and accessible only to the FLAG-team. The FLAG policy (Policy against Sexually Transgressive Behaviour) governs these protections. GDPR rules apply to data handling.	Safeguarding Safeguarding and child protection are supported by a communication policy with preventive measures embedded in Internal Rules and Life at School materials, plus the Code of Conduct and related intervention procedures. Bullying and the risk of ICT misuse, as well as psychosocial risks, receive particular attention. The infirmary and medical staff help maintain safety, and the psychology department and section advisers provide confidential counseling. Security arrangements, including on-site guards, help ensure a safe environment. Safeguarding procedures are integrated into school rules and policies.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Two campuses serve European School Brussels II: Woluwe and Evere. The Woluwe site offers Nursery, Primary and Secondary cycles, along with nine language sections; the Evere site offers Nursery and Primary cycles with four language sections. The school provides libraries for nursery/primary and for secondary, study rooms for S1–S7, and a canteen for meals. A multipurpose hall named Salle Poly is used for events and activities. The European Commission runs a paid after-school care on both sites.	Facilities overview The European School Brussels III provides a library and a Documentation Center serving Nursery, Primary and Secondary cycles. The secondary cycle library houses more than 18,000 printed documents in eight languages and offers 7 computers for pupil use, with an online catalogue and borrowing system. The Documentation Center houses pedagogical resources for teachers and staff. The canteen is run by the APEEE, which also manages the school bus service and a broad range of extracurricular activities for pupils.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Physical education is delivered on-site at the Evere site for P1–P2; P3–P5 travel by bus to NATO facilities for PE and swim at the NATO pool. In secondary, PE attire consists of a T-shirt; bottoms may be shorts, leggings or navy jogging pants, with the sports kit available via the webshop. The school schedules and uses spaces such as Salle Poly to support indoor activities and events.	Sports facilities Gym/Changing Rooms are available for physical education. The Physical Education department organises regular sports events, including tournaments such as Eurosport and cross-country days, as well as other sports activities and school-wide sports days.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Libraries exist at the maternel/primaire (Woluwe and Evere) and at the secondary level, with S1–S7 study rooms available for use during free periods. For science, lab coats are required for science classes and can be purchased online. Detailed information about educational materials and labs is provided in the school materials sections and libraries information pages.	Academic facilities The library catalogue is online and accessible to pupils, with borrowing for general books and a study space for homework and research. The secondary library provides a space for study and work. The Documentation Center contains more than 2,500 pedagogical books to support teaching staff.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Extracurricular activities are part of school life, including events like concerts and public speaking competitions, and the European Schools' Science Symposium. The school hosts activities such as Europe's Got Talent and other performances regularly. There is a canteen, transport arrangements, and the European Commission after-school care available on both Woluwe and Evere sites.	Extra curricular facilities Extracurricular activities are offered and coordinated by APEEE; from nursery onward, pupils can engage in music, arts or sport activities.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History —	History The European School Brussels III opened its doors in 1999. The school celebrated its 25th anniversary. European Schools are public establishments created jointly by the European Union and the governments of the member states. There are currently thirteen European Schools across Europe, including Brussels III in Ixelles.
Community	Community Music education is central, and a concert is organized every year for nursery and primary pupils. Public speaking workshops and a yearly competition are part of pupil life. The Green Team's clothing swap promotes environmental awareness and sustainability. Pupils' Committee exists in the Secondary, and the school hosts events such as the European Schools' Science Symposium and Europe's Got Talent.	Community Springfest is EEB3's annual whole-school spring festival that involves the entire school community. The festival is put together with the help of teachers, administrators, school staff and the parents' association, the APEEE. During Springfest, the Act, the Music Festival, the Fashion Show, Games, Workshops, a Haunted House, food and drinks, and sports tournaments take place. Planning begins in the fall term and recruitment for participants starts in the first week of school.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association APEEE Woluwe is the Parents Association linked to European School Brussels II Woluwe. The association is listed in the External Links section of the site. The external link label is 'APEEE Woluwe' and points to woluweparents.org. The association maintains a website at woluweparents.org. External Links provides access to this PTA. The Woluwe PTA's website is woluweparents.org.	Parent teacher association The Parents Association of the European School Brussels III, in close collaboration with the school, offers a wide range of extracurricular activities to children from nursery to secondary. The mission is to provide activities to students of all language sections in a friendly and fun environment to enrich their lives through exploring, art, sports and musical and theatrical expressions. The program is inclusive and brings students from all language sections together by sharing interests and developing friendships across language barriers. Activities are selected based on continuation of successful activities, their educational value, proposals from students and parents, inclusiveness, infrastructure and timetable. Most activities are offered in French, but instructors speak English, German, Dutch and other languages. At the end of the school year there are many presentations and shows for parents to attend.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The school follows the European Schools curriculum and offers the European Baccalaureate diploma. It participates in Juvenes Translatores, a translation competition organized by the European Commission. It hosts and engages in the European Schools' Science Symposium.	Academic & intellectual The school offers mathematics Olympiads and Olympiades biologie physique chimie as part of its extracurricular programme. Students participate in the ESSS Science Symposion to engage in scientific inquiry and collaboration. Model United Nations (MUN) and TEDx provide platforms for research, debate and public speaking beyond standard classes. The Learning to Learn initiative supports developing study strategies and lifelong learning skills.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Music education is an integral part of the curriculum, with an annual concert for nursery and primary pupils. Secondary students participate in theatre-related activities, and industry input is provided by talks such as a film producer visiting S7 theatre class. The Brussels European Schools ecosystem hosts student performances such as Europe's Got Talent.	Arts & creative Arts are a core part of student life through theater performances and Improvisation théâtrale. Ateliers ART offer hands-on art sessions, while the EEB3 Rockband and the EEB3 Academy Awards – Film Music project support music and film creativity. School events include School Concert and Gala Concert, and FAMES – a festival of arts and music for EE.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Like all European Schools, EEBII provides multilingual and multicultural education. The Woluwe site has nine language sections: Dutch-speaking, English-speaking, Finnish, French-speaking, German-speaking, Italian, Lithuanian, Portuguese and Swedish. The Evere site has four language sections: French-speaking (from Nursery to P5), German-speaking (from Nursery to P4), English-speaking (from Nursery to P4) and Italian (from Nursery to P3).	Cultural & language The school fosters language and cultural engagement through Model United Nations (MUN). The Career Forum (Forum des Métiers / Jobs' Day) exposes students to different professions and languages in practical settings. The Keys to Current Affairs (Les clés de l'actualité) project broadens cultural awareness and language skills, while Bal du Bac (Baccalaureate Ball) provides a traditional cultural event.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Music concerts are held annually for nursery and primary pupils. Public speaking competitions are organised for Brussels European Schools, with weekly workshops to prepare. The secondary Green Team runs a clothing swap to promote sustainability and social responsibility.	Social & hobbies Eurosport and Mini Eurosport offer student-friendly sports activities and competitions. The Cross event and a range of social gatherings, including Coffee Corner, foster teamwork and community bonds. Springfest is a major student-led celebration that supports social engagement beyond the classroom.
Community & service	Community & service Footfest 2026 is a charity event organized by the school. The Green Team runs a clothing swap to promote environmental stewardship and community involvement. The Brussels school community also engages in sustainability-minded initiatives and mobility projects as part of broader regional programs.	Community & service The Humanitarian Crisis in Europe (European Commission presentation) and Children's rights in the world engage students in global citizenship and social responsibility. Mediation is listed to develop conflict-resolution and constructive communication. Bien-être à l'école (Wellbeing at school) focuses on fostering a caring and supportive school community, alongside topics on relational and emotional life.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional There is a Pupils' Committee that provides student leadership and coordinates projects; its statutes govern structure. The school provides career guidance, higher education and alumni resources for students.	Leadership & professional Forum des Métiers (Job Day) provides career exposure and networking with professionals. Mini-enterprises offer student-led entrepreneurship experiences. TEDx and MUN develop leadership, public speaking and diplomatic skills. Topoi is included among projects that promote critical thinking and communication.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Eurosport Laeken 2026 shows the school's active involvement in sport. Music education and concerts contribute to wellbeing and cultural life. The Green Team clothing swap promotes environmental stewardship and community wellbeing.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Bien-être à l'école is a dedicated wellbeing project at school. Ecology trip for S4 combines outdoor learning with environmental awareness. Mediation supports peaceful, constructive communication within the school community. Springfest and other events contribute to a balanced, vibrant school life that supports students' social and emotional wellbeing.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision Languages taught: Woluwe—Dutch-speaking, English-speaking, Finnish, French-speaking, German-speaking, Italian, Lithuanian, Portuguese and Swedish; Evere—French-speaking (from Nursery to P5), German-speaking (from Nursery to P4), English-speaking (from Nursery to P4) and Italian (from Nursery to P3). The Woluwe cycle covers Nursery, Primary and Secondary; the Evere cycle covers Nursery and Primary. The school provides multilingual and multicultural education at nursery, primary and secondary levels.	Language provision Languages taught include seven language sections: French, English, German, Dutch, Spanish, Greek and Czech. L1 is taught in the pupil's mother tongue (French, English or German); L2 is the first foreign language (French, English or German) and begins in primary. L3 is compulsory from secondary and may be any EU official language other than L1 or L2, provided seven pupils choose it. L4 is optional from the fourth year of secondary. Slovak SWALS pupils are enrolled into the German, English or French section and receive Slovak language instruction.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching Multilingual education through language sections; Woluwe has nine language sections (Dutch-speaking, English-speaking, Finnish, French-speaking, German-speaking, Italian, Lithuanian, Portuguese and Swedish) and Evere has four (French-speaking, German-speaking, English-speaking and Italian).	Bilingual teaching The school uses a multilingual European School pedagogy with language sections in French, English, German, Dutch, Spanish, Greek and Czech. The learning of mother tongue (L1) is the fundamental principle, and L2 is chosen from French, English or German and starts in primary. A third foreign language (L3) is compulsory from the first year of secondary and may be any EU official language other than L1 or L2, provided seven pupils choose it; a fourth language (L4) is optional from the fourth year of secondary. Humanities and Religion/Moral Ethics are taught in the L2 language from the third year of secondary.
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Eligibility request via the Enrolments Portal to access the online application form. The link to the enrolment or transfer application becomes available as from 7 January 2025 on the intranets of the European institutions and from the enrolment secretariats of the Brussels school/site corresponding to the first preference. 2. The online procedure is organized in two steps: eligibility request via the enrolments portal to access the online application form, followed by the submission of the enrolment or transfer application once access has been granted. Applications must be submitted online via the Enrolment Portal and, where applicable, attachments in PDF (see Annex V of the Enrolment Policy) within the required deadlines. 3. Language section selection and L1: A fundamental principle is that pupils are enrolled in the language section corresponding to their mother tongue/dominant language (L1) where a section exists; if no L1 section exists, pupils are enrolled in a vehicular language section and attend SWALS as L1. The Director determines L1 and changes to L1 require compelling pedagogical reasons; should a new language section be created, SWALS pupils with that language as L1 transfer automatically to the new section; L1 determination is definitive in principle. 4. Calendar, deadlines and information sessions: The calendar and enrolment procedure are published and deadlines apply for online submission; as of 7 January 2025 the enrolment link is available via intranets and enrolment secretariats. The enrolment secretariats will be closed from 21 July to 15 August 2025. 5. Information sessions and welcome tour: Individual visits or Open Days are not organised due to limited access to the Woluwe site; a welcome meeting followed by a guided tour will be arranged before the start of the new school year. For pedagogical information, refer to the School's website and the enrolment contacts listed. 6.	Admissions 1. The Brussels European Schools are primarily intended for the children of the staff of the European institutions. Pupils are admitted to Nursery in September of the calendar year in which the child reaches four years of age. Pupils are admitted to Primary Year 1 in September of the calendar year in which the child reaches six years of age. To determine the level at which the child should be enrolled, consult the Table of equivalence of teaching levels/grade groups before submitting your enrolment application. 2. Enrolment will take place online through the Enrolment Portal. The link to the Enrolment Portal is communicated at the beginning of Phase I and is not communicated outside of the Enrolment Phases. It will be available on the intranets of the European institutions and upon request to the enrolment secretariats of the Brussels schools/sites. Children already enrolled for the ongoing school year will be enrolled automatically for the following school year; No re-enrolment is necessary. 3. The Terms and Conditions of Admission apply to enrolment. The Brussels Schools are primarily intended for the children of the staff of the European institutions. Age requirements and level placement are described above.
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