European School Brussels IV vs Lycée Français Jean Monnet

	E European School Brussels IV Brussels, Belgium	L Lycée Français Jean Monnet Brussels, Belgium
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €4,285 - 16,068	Fees / year €8,350 - 11,240
Age range	Age range 4 - 18 years	Age range 2 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum	Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, French Curriculum, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils 2,650
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language Bulgarian, German, English, Estonian, French, Italian, Dutch, Romanian	Instruction language French
Opened	Opened 2007	Opened 1907
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location European School Brussels IV (Laeken) is located at Drève Sainte-Anne 86, 1020 Brussels (Laeken). The school is accessible on foot, by bicycle, by public transport, or by car. The Schola Europea / Brussel Kadetten bus stop sits in front of the school and is served by STIB/MIVB and De Lijn buses. The Bockstael metro station and the SNCB/NMBS train station are about a ten-minute walk from the school.	Location The Lycée Français Jean Monnet is located in Brussels, Belgium, in the municipality of Uccle. The main campus for elementary, collège and lycée is at Avenue du Lycée Français, 9, 1180 Brussels. The preschool campus is at Chaussée d'Alsemberg, 1351, 1180 Brussels.
Stages	Stages Kindergarten, Primary, and Secondary	Stages Preschool, Primary, Middle & High School
School type	School type European School	School type International school; AEFE network member; follows the official French curriculum
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support Inclusive education with personalised support plans for pupils with special needs
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Belgium	Country affiliation France (AEFE network)
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure Nursery and Primary cycles follow timetables with classes starting at 08:15. End times are 15:00 on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday; 12:30 on Wednesday; 12:45 on Friday. Secondary timetable details are published by the school.	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details APEEE Bru4 provides the transport service for pupils from nursery to secondary and for all language sections between home and school in the morning and between school and home or nursery in the afternoon. Public transport to the school is readily available via SNCB, STIB, and De Lijn; bus stops sit in front of the school.	Bus service details A school bus service offers 18 routes within a 20 km radius (additional fees apply)
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Scope and academic year • The fee details below apply to the 2025/2026 academic year for the European School Brussels IV (Laeken). Application / registration fees • No separate application or one‑off registration fee is specified by the school. Parents who are liable to pay school fees are required to pay a 25% deposit of the annual school fee as a condition of enrolment; this deposit is non‑refundable. Annual tuition fees by year group (Category III pupils) — school-specific breakdown For parents liable to pay Category III charges, European School Brussels IV publishes separate annual amounts depending on parental employer status and the child's date of enrolment: • Children of international civil agents of NATO and international civil servants of the UN (serving in Brussels): - Nursery: EUR 8,569.40 per year. - Primary: EUR 11,795.06 per year. - Secondary: EUR 13,111.32 per year (for children enrolled before 01/09/2013) and EUR 16,067.78 per year (for children enrolled after 31/08/2013). • Pupils whose parents belong to other Category III (private enrolment): - Nursery: EUR 4,284.70 per year. - Primary: EUR 5,897.53 per year. - Secondary: EUR 6,555.66 per year (for children enrolled before 01/09/2013) and EUR 8,033.89 per year (for children enrolled after 31/08/2013). Standard Category 3 reference fees (European Schools consolidated figures for 2025/2026 — Brussels) • As a cross‑school reference, the Secretary‑General's consolidated Category 3 figures for Brussels for 2025/2026 are: - Nursery: EUR 4,370.39 per year. - Primary: EUR 6,009.36 per year. - Secondary: EUR 8,194.57 per year. Per‑term amounts (calculated) • Per‑term figures below are calculated by dividing the annual fee by three (annual ÷ 3) to show an equal three‑term split. Use these only as an arithmetic breakdown; the school's invoicing may follow its own schedule. • School‑specific Category III (other Category III) — per term (annual ÷ 3): - Nursery: EUR 4,284.70 → EUR 1,428.23 per term. - Primary: EUR 5,897.53 → EUR 1,965.84 per term. - Secondary: EUR 6,555.66 → EUR 2,185.22 per term; if enrolled after 31/08/2013: EUR 8,033.89 → EUR 2,677.96 per term. • NATO/UN group — per term (annual ÷ 3): - Nursery: EUR 8,569.40 → EUR 2,856.47 per term. - Primary: EUR 11,795.06 → EUR 3,931.69 per term. - Secondary: EUR 13,111.32 → EUR 4,370.44 per term; if enrolled after 31/08/2013: EUR 16,067.78 → EUR 5,355.93 per term. • Secretary‑General consolidated Brussels Category 3 (reference) — per term: - Nursery: EUR 4,370.39 → EUR 1,456.80 per term. - Primary: EUR 6,009.36 → EUR 2,003.12 per term. - Secondary: EUR 8,194.57 → EUR 2,731.52 per term. Billing schedule and payment terms • A 25% non‑refundable deposit of the annual school fee is a prior condition for enrolment or continuation of studies; an invoice for the deposit will be issued and must be paid before the start of the school year. The deposit is expressly non‑refundable. • An invoice for the school charges (balance and other charges) is sent after the start of the school year (the school issues this invoice in October for the start‑of‑year billing cycle). That invoice must be paid by bank transfer within the deadline specified on the invoice. The school permits requests for payment by instalments in cases of financial difficulty (written request). • If school fees remain unpaid or are only partly paid at year end, the pupil may be removed from the school list and will not be admitted to any European School the following school year (in accordance with the General Rules of the European Schools). Boarding / accommodation • The European School Brussels IV does not operate as a boarding school. There are no boarding fees listed. Transport and day‑time services are provided by the school or by the APEEE (parents' association) and are billed separately. Other costs and recurring charges • The school fee invoice covers items such as the compulsory standard school agenda, insurance, photocopies and similar school charges; these are billed per year and per child. Locker rental (secondary pupils) is charged for the entire Secondary cycle (seven years) and, if the pupil leaves early, the school refunds the difference pro rata. Sports kit items (primary: t‑shirt and shorts; secondary: t‑shirt) and a swimming cap for specified primary years are required and must be ordered from the school supplier. The Parents' Association (APEEE) runs the canteen, bus services and extracurricular activities; these services carry separate fees charged by the APEEE. Refund and cancellation information • The 25% enrolment deposit is non‑refundable. Locker rental is refundable pro rata if a pupil leaves before the end of the Secondary cycle. The school permits written requests for partial exemptions or instalment arrangements in cases of financial difficulty; full exonerations are not allowed. If fees remain unpaid at the end of the school year, the pupil may be removed from the rolls. Accepted payment methods • School tuition and school‑charge invoices are to be settled by bank transfer within the invoice deadline. The school's formal billing instructions indicate bank transfer as the payment method for the school fees; instalments can be requested in writing. APEEE services (canteen, buses, extracurricular activities) are administered and invoiced separately by the APEEE and follow their own payment arrangements. Sibling reductions and special conditions • For families with more than one child at the school in the same Category III group, reductions apply: for Category III pupils enrolled before 01/09/2013 the second child is charged at 50% of the rate; for Category III pupils enrolled after 31/08/2013 the second child is charged at 80% and subsequent children at 60% of the full rate. Written requests for partial exemption or instalment arrangements may be considered in cases of financial difficulty. Notes • The figures above are those published for the 2025/2026 academic year where applicable and where the school provides a school‑specific breakdown. The Secretary‑General's consolidated Category 3 figures for Brussels (2025/2026) are provided as a cross‑school reference.	Fee details Application fees - Droits de 1ère inscription (paiement unique, non remboursable) : EUR 1,200. - Acompte de réinscription : EUR 500 par élève (versé pour confirmer la réinscription ; déduit de la facturation du 1er trimestre). Si le départ de l'élève est notifié par écrit avant le 30 juin, l'acompte est restitué ; passé cette date, l'acompte reste acquis à l'établissement. Tuition fees — annual and per-trimester (by cycle / year group) - Maternelle : EUR 8,890 par an. Trimestres : 1er = EUR 3,292 ; 2e = EUR 2,667 ; 3e = EUR 2,667. - École élémentaire : EUR 8,350 par an. Trimestres : 1er = EUR 3,092 ; 2e = EUR 2,505 ; 3e = EUR 2,505. - Collège : EUR 10,140 par an. Trimestres : 1er = EUR 4,056 ; 2e = EUR 3,042 ; 3e = EUR 3,042. - Lycée : EUR 11,240 par an. Trimestres : 1er = EUR 4,496 ; 2e = EUR 3,372 ; 3e = EUR 3,372. Program / option fees (annual and per-trimester breakdowns shown where applicable) - Dispositifs linguistiques (classes à parité horaire) : EUR 160 par an (par trimestre : EUR 64 / EUR 48 / EUR 48). - Dispositif CHAMThé (classes à horaires aménagés musique et théâtre) : EUR 850 par an (par trimestre : EUR 340 / EUR 255 / EUR 255). - Sections internationales / Baccalauréat Français International (BFI) / Bachibac (secondaire) : EUR 600 par an (par trimestre : EUR 240 / EUR 180 / EUR 180). Catering, demi‑pension and related provisions - Repas-tartines (forfait 4 jours L‑Ma‑J‑V) : EUR 160 par an (par trimestre : EUR 64 / EUR 48 / EUR 48). - Demi‑pension (forfaits) : - Forfait 4 jours (L‑Ma‑J‑V) : EUR 1,240 par an (par trimestre : EUR 496 / EUR 372 / EUR 372). - Forfait 5 jours : EUR 1,560 par an (par trimestre : EUR 624 / EUR 468 / EUR 468). These options sont facturées par trimestre, tout mois commencé étant dû. Other recurring or occasional fees - Études surveillées (élémentaire) — tarifs indiqués dans la grille des prestations (forfaits et ventilations trimestrielles). - Piscine / Voyages scolaires (participation) : EUR 153 par année scolaire et par élève ; facturation dans le trimestre correspondant. - Droits d'examen (facturés selon le calendrier) : 3e (DNB) = EUR 31 ; 1re (épreuves anticipées de français) = EUR 108 ; Terminale (Baccalauréat) = EUR 214. Ces droits sont facturés aux trimestres prévus. - Frais exceptionnels (remplacement de badge, livres non rendus, dégradations volontaires, préparations à des certifications, etc.) : facturation au prix de remplacement ou selon la grille applicable ; ces montants sont ajoutés à la facturation trimestrielle. Sibling discounts and reductions - Abattements sur les frais de scolarité : 5% pour le 2e enfant scolarisé ; 25% pour le 3e enfant ; 50% pour le 4e enfant et au‑delà (l'abattement ne s'applique pas à l'élève fréquentant la classe la plus élevée). - Abattements sur la demi‑pension (forfait) : réduction spécifique pour les demi‑pensionnaires d'une même famille (barème et conditions précisés dans le règlement financier). Billing schedule and payment terms - Répartition de la facturation annuelle : facturation en trois périodes : 1er trimestre (sept.–déc.) = 40% du montant annuel ; 2e (janv.–mars) = 30% ; 3e (avr.–juin) = 30%. Les échéances indiquées pour les trimestres se répartissent au dernier jour ouvrable d'octobre, au dernier jour ouvrable de janvier, et au dernier jour ouvrable d'avril (les dates pratiques et calendriers de prélèvement sont précisés sur les factures). - Règle de facturation en cas d'arrivée ou de départ : tout mois commencé est dû ; le calcul des factures en cas d'arrivée ou de départ en cours de trimestre suit cette règle. L'inscription ou la réinscription suppose l'acceptation du règlement financier et le paiement des sommes exigibles. Payment methods and procedures - Moyens de paiement acceptés : virement bancaire et prélèvement bancaire automatique par virement SEPA (domiciliation). Le prélèvement SEPA permet une mensualisation sur demande, organisée en trois prélèvements par trimestre (prélèvements effectués les 28 des mois prévus). Les factures et relevés sont publiés sur l'espace parents (portail Skolengo) ; les communications de facturation et relances sont émises depuis les adresses de service définies par l'établissement. Aucune mention d'acceptation de carte bancaire n'apparaît dans les moyens de paiement proposés. Boarding / internat - Internat / hébergement : aucun tarif d'internat ou frais d'hébergement n'est listé dans la tarification ; le lycée fonctionne avec les prestations journalières (scolarité, demi‑pension, garderie, études surveillées) et ne facture pas de forfait internat récurrent. Refund and cancellation rules - Droits de 1ère inscription : non remboursables. Aucune rétrocession de ce montant n'est prévue. - Acompte de réinscription : restitué si le départ est notifié par écrit avant le 30 juin ; après cette date, l'acompte est acquis à l'établissement. - Arrivées/départs en cours de trimestre : facturation selon la règle « tout mois commencé est dû » ; les remboursements ou ajustements éventuels sont effectués selon cette règle et les modalités prévues au chapitre des remises et réductions. Pratiques de facturation et relances - Les factures, relances et avoirs sont déposés sur l'espace parents Skolengo ; les relances suivent un calendrier établi (rappel, 2e relance, mise en demeure puis procédure contentieuse le cas échéant). La réinscription n'est validée que si la totalité des sommes dues au titre de l'année en cours est acquittée au plus tard le 30 juin. (Notes: les montants ci‑dessus correspondent aux tarifs publiés et ventilations trimestrielles des prestations et options. Les formes de restauration, les options (sections internationales, CHAMThé, dispositifs linguistiques), les activités payantes (voyages, piscine, préparations à certifications) et les modalités de facturation sont précisées dans la grille tarifaire et le règlement financier.)
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Sports uniform is compulsory for the primary cycle. Nursery students do not wear the sports uniform.	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options Two cafeterias are run by the APEEE: one in the R building and the Snack Shack between the B and G buildings. The canteen serves hot meals and snacks during lunchtime, with registration required for pupils.	Food options On each site, a school restaurant is accessible to all students, and meals are varied and balanced. Meal preparation complies with all French legal obligations for school restaurants regarding nutrition, quality of ingredients and cooking, and the procurement policy prioritizes fresh products and, when possible, products from organic farming. The adherence to legal obligations and the charter is under the ongoing supervision of a dietitian and a school nurse, and a Restauration commission regularly reviews the service with school leadership, the provider, and parents. For lycée students, the cafeteria is available in addition to the school restaurant, offering sandwiches, salads, hot meals, and desserts; payment is via the school card, rechargeable online, and the card also functions as an electronic wallet. Menu options for the maternelle and the main campus are available via the linked menus.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is part of the European Schools system. The Board of Governors governs strategic and general policy for the European Schools network, and enrolment is coordinated by the Central Enrolment Authority (CEA).	Governance and ownership The Lycée Français Jean-Monnet is an AEFE direct-managed school (EGD) within the AEFE network of French schools worldwide.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details European School Brussels IV uses the European Schools curriculum and provides a multilingual, multicultural education from nursery to secondary, culminating in the European Baccalaureate at the end of S7. The European Baccalaureate is awarded by the Secretary General of the European Schools and is designed to enable access to higher education across the European Union. The school offers eight language sections: German, English, Bulgarian, Estonian, French, Italian, Dutch and Romanian, with Croatian available for SWALS pupils. Basic instruction is delivered in the official EU languages, and the curricula and syllabuses are the same across language sections, with a strong emphasis on mother tongue development and foreign languages. The school provides language certifications including DELF-DALF (French), DELF/DELE (Spanish), and Latinum certificates (Latinum Europaeum and Latinum Europaeum Superior). Educational support for high-potential or gifted pupils is built into the system, with appropriate challenges and options such as enrichment, tutoring, and extended periods; a Support Advisory Group oversees planning and decision-making for such pupils.	Curriculum details The school teaches the official French curriculum. Pupils can personalise their education by choosing from a large number of pathways. It is an examination centre for the Diplôme National du Brevet (DNB) and the Baccalauréat. There are more than 2,650 pupils from over 50 nationalities, six modern languages taught, and two campuses. The Baccalauréat offers four options: conventional, European, British international, and German international, and the school also prepares pupils for diplomas in German, English, Spanish and Dutch.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results The Lycée Français Jean-Monnet is an official examination centre for the Diplôme National du Brevet (DNB) and the Baccalauréat. DNB and Baccalauréat results are published by mentions. IGCSE results for 2024 show 59 pupils sat Language and Literature and 13 sat Mathematics.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression The European Baccalaureate enables admission to higher education in the European Union and in other countries, with diploma holders enjoying the same rights and benefits as other secondary school-leavers for university entry within the EU. The diploma is recognized for university admission across Belgium and abroad.	Higher education progression Graduates go on to higher education at the very best universities in France, Belgium and elsewhere. The Baccalauréat is the diploma awarded on graduating from the lycée and for entry to higher education in France or abroad. Destinations include Ghent University, ULB, UCL, Namur and Saint-Louis in Belgium; Cambridge, Oxford, LSE, Bath and Manchester in the United Kingdom; Delft, Maastricht and Rotterdam in the Netherlands; EPFL in Switzerland; and McGill and Concordia in Canada.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented High-potential or gifted pupils receive adequate challenges and support. Actions toward HP or gifted pupils include privileged tutoring, opportunities to audition for other courses, meetings with the support coordinator, academic enrichment courses, organization and methodology courses, and support to participate in projects; pupils may be allowed to take more periods than the maximum regulated, subject to documentation and advisory opinion. The school's Support Advisory Group meets at least once a year to review and plan for pupil needs.	Gifted and talented —
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The school has KiVa, a program to combat bullying. The school operates KiVa teams in both the Primary and Secondary cycles, and school psychologists support pupil wellbeing.	Social & emotional learning The school provides inclusive pathways for pupils with educational needs from kindergarten through lycée, aiming to include them and their families in the best possible conditions. The inclusive resource team includes two lead teachers, a family nurse, and a coordinator, who support pupils, parents, and teachers in implementing inclusion protocols. The team presents instructional videos on inclusive excellence in French and in English. The role of families is central, with regular consultations to support student development.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) Educational support is provided at general, moderate, or intensive levels to assist pupils with difficulties or specific educational needs. Teachers employ diversified teaching methods and the support structures are flexible and adapt to the pupil's development. Documentation includes the European School Support Policy and local SEC Charter; coordinators can be contacted for support.	Special educational needs (SEN) The school supports pupils with educational needs from nursery to lycée. The inclusive resource team helps develop individualized inclusion plans and coordinates with families and staff to implement appropriate protocols. The team comprises two lead teachers, a family nurse, and a coordinator. The school provides exam accommodations and guidance, with materials and procedures explained through videos.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language Yes We Can for English is a program for students in 4e and 3e whose English is not yet at the level required; through innovative teaching methods, they regain confidence and join in Seconde in an English group that matches the expected level.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing The school places emphasis on pupil wellbeing. KiVa forms part of the anti-bullying strategy, and school psychologists support wellbeing. A Good Behaviour Policy Annexes and a Well-Being Strategy guide the school's approach to student welfare.	Mental wellbeing School coaching is available for children who have lost confidence, are demotivated, or are experiencing academic difficulties. It identifies the student's strengths and study methods, aims to restore self‑confidence, helps the student acquire adapted study techniques, and defines a motivating plan of study. Coaching can be offered individually or in groups.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The school has a Child Protection Policy with annexes detailing safeguarding procedures. Data protection policies are in place to protect personal data and privacy.	Safeguarding Exam accommodations are available for students with certain pathologies or learning disorders, including access to facilities, extra time, and assistance. At the start of the year, contact the health service to build a file; the file is sent to the medical service of the rectorate in Lille to determine admissibility and to notify families of the authorised adaptations. Contact: marienoelle.boyat@lyceefrancais.be.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The European School Brussels IV offers nursery, primary and secondary education on the Laeken site. Nursery and primary activities are housed in Building L, while the secondary cycle is housed in Building R. The campus includes a canteen, a Primary sport hall, a Sport hall, and a Multipurpose Hall for physical education, assemblies and events. There are dedicated science laboratories and spaces for Art and Music, plus two libraries (nursery/primary and secondary) to support reading and research. The site also provides administration offices, an infirmary and school psychologists, after‑school childcare, and various year‑specific learning and social spaces, including chill-out rooms for different year groups.	Facilities overview LFJM is established in Brussels and serves students from early years to Terminale. The school follows the official French program and prepares the DNB and Baccalaureat. It is a pioneer in language learning, offering a living language from age 2.5 and several international sections. The CDI has 20,000 titles, provides internet access and spaces for group work, and hosts librarian-led projects and exhibitions. On-site dining is provided via a school restaurant or cafeteria with meals prepared to nutrition standards and overseen by a dietitian and nurse; garderie and after-school care are provided, along with a wide range of extracurricular activities.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The campus includes a Primary sport hall and a Sport hall for physical education, plus a Multipurpose Hall used for events and activities.	Sports facilities The school offers a sports programme through the Association Sportive (AS), with a range of disciplines available at lunchtime or after class for students from 6th grade to Terminale. AS activities begin from September 15.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Academic facilities include Science laboratories for hands-on experiments and dedicated Art and Music spaces. There are libraries for nursery/primary (in Building L) and for the secondary cycle (on the second floor). The school map identifies chill-out rooms for S1–S3 and for S4–S6, along with spaces for administration, the infirmary and school psychologists.	Academic facilities The CDI (Centre de Documentation et d'Information) has 20,000 titles in French and foreign languages, with internet access and spaces for group work. Librarian-led projects include the Book Week, Jean-Monnet Literary Prize and Manga Club, and a conference room hosts speakers and exhibitions. Cogni'Classe applies neuroscience and cognitive science to improve learning, with regular sessions for 6e and 2nde focusing on attention, memory and emotion regulation. The school provides orientation services with workshops and individual meetings throughout the year.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities The school organizes numerous projects and activities, including Green and Clean School, robotics, coding, Bring Your Own Device (BYOD), MotivAction, Erasmus+, the KiVa program, Somerfesto, an art exhibition and other cultural events.	Extra curricular facilities A wide range of extracurricular activities is offered: the Cine-club on Fridays during lunch, and theatre with the Corybantes; MUN club; Ambassadors en herbe program; and the lesson on contemporary issues in IEP-Sciences Politiques; the Red Cross and Amnesty groups engage in service actions; language courses offered by embassies (Arabic, Turkish, Modern Greek); Manga club and literary prizes; competitions such as Belgian math and science Olympiads; choir and orchestra with rehearsals from 6e to Terminale.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History The European School Brussels IV was inaugurated in 2007 in Berkendael (Uccle). It was moved to its current location, Laeken, in 2012.	History Founded in Brussels in 1907, the Lycée Français Jean-Monnet is part of the network of French lycées, the world's leading network of schools. Pupils follow the official French curriculum and prepare for the national examinations, namely the DNB and Baccalauréat, recognised worldwide. A pioneer in language teaching, the Lycée proposes modern language instruction for all pupils from the age of two and a half and several international sections. A broad choice of special subjects, languages and options allows all pupils to follow a personalised pathway in line with their individual plans and ambitions.
Community	Community The school operates Nursery, Primary and Secondary cycles. It has eight language sections: Bulgarian, Dutch, English, Estonian, French, German, Italian and Romanian. It counts approximately 3230 pupils.	Community The LFJM maintains an active school community with projects and events across the primary and secondary levels. Thematic projects cover topics such as sustainable development, artistic education, languages, humanities, sciences and sport. Reports, interviews and podcasts from classes and major high school events are published via Web TV and Web Radio. Actualités feature school-life news and events and opportunities for families to engage.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association APEEE Bru4 is the Parents Association of the European School Brussels IV (Laeken). It is located on the school site and has autonomous status as an AISBL. The APEEE offers transport, cantine, and after-school care. Contact: secretariat@bru4.eu.	Parent teacher association Two parent associations are present at the Lycée français Jean-Monnet: La FCPE and l'UPE, representing families and serving as interlocutors with the school management. Elections for family representatives are held in October each year, and parent representatives attend class councils to report back on atmosphere, discipline, homework, assessments and orientations. The school also lists an Alumni network (ALFBxl) with more than 3,000 members in 60 countries and ALFM Anciens des Lycées Français du Monde, plus the Lycée français Jean-Monnet Support Foundation which raises financial support from donors.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The school runs Olympiads & Competitions in Biology, Chemistry, Physics; Philolympia; Informatics; Mathematics and other competitions. WEX (Work Experience) and CAAP programs are offered as part of secondary career guidance. Erasmus+ projects and eTwinning enable international collaboration and student exchanges. Inter Schools Activities include PhiloDay, Eurosport, FAMES, ESSS, Models (Diplomacy) and 13 Stars.	Academic & intellectual The Lycée Français Jean-Monnet follows the official French curriculum and prepares pupils for the DNB and Baccalauréat. Pupils can personalise their education by choosing from a large number of pathways and a broad range of special subjects and options. Language learning is a cornerstone, with six modern languages taught and early language instruction from age two and a half, including several international sections. Graduates go on to higher education at leading universities in France, Belgium and elsewhere.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Arts Week and Flea Market are part of Primary Projects. Music and Radio Confetti are features within Primary European Hours, and Secondary participates in the Music Project. These activities provide opportunities to create, perform and present work across Primary and Secondary levels.	Arts & creative Artistic education is included as a thematic teaching strand in the curriculum. The school emphasises “Enseignement artistique” within its themes across primary and secondary levels. The Information and Documentation Centre runs projects in arts and literature, including a Manga Club and a literature week, with guest speakers and events. The primary level includes theatre experiences as part of learning.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Language certifications offered include DELE, DELF-DALF, and Latinum. Inter Schools Activities include PhiloDay, Eurosport, FAMES, ESSS, Models (Diplomacy), and 13 Stars. Erasmus+ and eTwinning enable international collaboration and exchanges.	Cultural & language Language learning is a cornerstone of the LFJM, with modern language instruction from age two and a half. The school offers several international sections. The LFJM is part of the AEFE network, enabling exchanges and international projects. Six modern languages are taught.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Secondary Projects include School Clubs, Mini-Enterprises, Project Week and XperiLAB. Pupils' Committee provides student leadership opportunities. Inter Schools Activities include PhiloDay, Eurosport, FAMES, ESSS, Models (Diplomacy) and 13 Stars.	Social & hobbies Pupils participate in cultural, sports, artistic and philanthropic activities. Life at LFJM emphasises well-being and a positive school climate. Student life includes clubs and projects such as Manga Club and other literary initiatives through the Information and Documentation Centre.
Community & service	Community & service Green & Clean School is a school-wide project promoting the environment. Solidarity is a dedicated project involving community-oriented activities. Eurosport operates with CAAP, offering volunteering opportunities for students.	Community & service The school provides inclusive education with measures for pupils with special needs. Phllanthropic activities form part of the school's cultural and social programme. There are consultative bodies that involve families and students in decisions and reflections.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional There is a Pupils' Committee that enables student governance and leadership. Career guidance is provided, including WEX & CAAP programs and guidance on option choices. A range of student-led projects under Inter Schools Activities and other clubs develops professional and entrepreneurial skills.	Leadership & professional The University Guidance and Higher Education service supports pupils in building their personal and professional projects. The orientation service organises workshops and conferences and offers individual interviews for pupils and families. The school prepares pupils for official French examinations and higher education opportunities in France, Belgium and beyond.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing KiVa anti-bullying program is implemented in the school. Sport activities and Sport PRI are offered across cycles. The school also promotes wellbeing through inclusive projects and activities such as Green & Clean School and related student initiatives.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Life and well-being at LFJM is a defined focus of the educational project. Well-being is supported through a positive school climate and dedicated initiatives. Sports and physical activity are part of the curriculum themes across levels.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision Eight language sections are offered: German (DE), English (EN), Bulgarian (BG), Estonian (ET) – up to S4 (for the 2025/26 year), French (FR), Italian (IT), Dutch (NL), Romanian (RO). Croatian (HR) is available for SWALS pupils only. The Estonian language section is not open at all levels yet; each year one more level opens until reaching S7. The school hosts approximately 3,230 students across these sections.	Language provision French is the language of instruction, with pupils following the official French curriculum and preparing for the DNB and Baccalauréat. Language instruction begins from age two-and-a-half, and LFJM offers three pathways: Classic, European, and International. English is taught to all students; from 6th grade, LVA is English, and LVB options include German, Chinese, Spanish, Italian, or Dutch depending on the pathway. The school supports bilingual/bicultural education through its British and German International Sections and its European Section, with IGCSE offered in Seconde and BF International in Première/Terminale, including English-language content and DNL in English.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The school provides multilingual and multicultural education. Instruction is delivered in the official languages of the European Union, and there are multiple language sections. Curricula and subject content (except for mother tongue) are identical across all sections.	Bilingual teaching The LFJM provides three language pathways: the Classic Section, the German International Section, and the British International Section. The International Section is a distinct group, and pupils enrolled there share history-geography and language & literature classes. Access to the International Section is by admission test.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs English is mandatory for all pupils. From 6th grade, English can be taken as LVA, and if English is chosen for LVA, LVB can be German, Chinese, Spanish, Italian, or Dutch depending on the pathway. At lycée level, sections include the European Section, the International Section, and the Classic Section, with English-language elements such as DNL in English and history-geography taught in English in the European/International tracks. The IGCSE is prepared in 2nde (and 3ème), and BF International is pursued in 1ère/Terminale with English-language components and DNL in English.
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Eligibility and language sections. The Brussels European Schools are primarily for the children of staff of European institutions. Admission uses three categories, with Category III described in Article 7.4 of the Brussels Enrollment Policy. The level of integration and age requirements are defined by the General Regulation of the European Schools (see Annex 2 for equivalences and Article 49 for age). Language sections currently open at EEB4 are BG (Bulgarian), DE (German), EN (English), ET (Estonian), FR (French), IT (Italian), NL (Dutch), RO (Romanian) and SWALS. 2. Access the two-step enrollment process. The process is organized in two steps: first, submit an eligibility request via the Enrollment Portal to gain access to the online enrollment form; second, submit the enrollment or transfer once access is granted. The Enrollment Portal link is published on the intranets of European institutions and with the Brussels Inscriptions Secretariat. If you already have a link and account, you do not need to submit a new eligibility request; your account is valid for 10 years. Children already enrolled for the current school year are automatically enrolled for the next year; no re-enrollment is necessary. 3. Submit the online enrollment or transfer with documents. The application or transfer must be submitted online via the Enrollment Portal (Portail des inscriptions), accompanied by all documents required (the list appears in Annex V of the Enrollment Policy). The online procedure and the Portal link are available on the intranets of European institutions and with the Brussels Inscriptions Secretariat; read the Brussels Enrollment Policy for 2025-2026 for details. For the 2025-2026 year, eligibility/enrollment requests are due by March 27, 2026 at 16:00, and mid-year admissions are not possible; no pupil may start schooling at a Brussels European School after April 13, 2026. 4. Read the policy and contact the admissions secretariat if needed. The Brussels Enrollment Policy for 2026-2027 is available from EURSC and on the Brussels Secretary General's Office site; read it carefully before applying. The enrollment process remains two-step (eligibility first, then enrollment) and information about the online process is provided on EU intranets and by the inscriptions secretariat.	Admissions 1. Learn about the program: The Lycée follows the official French curriculum and prepares pupils for the DNB and Baccalauréat, recognised worldwide. It is multilingual, with modern language instruction from age two and a half and several international sections. Pupils personalise their pathway through a broad choice of subjects, languages and options. 2. Registration and enrollment: Registration requests can be submitted online from January. The enrollment process is accessed through the Enrollment portal, and virtual visits are available for prospective families. 3. Open Day: An Open Day is scheduled (Saturday, 31 January 2026) to discover teaching methods, tools and projects and to meet teachers, students and associations active in the school. 4. 5. Non-French curriculum: LFJM welcomes children of all nationalities and provides main equivalences for each class; many foreign universities consider the last year of French high school equivalent to the first year of post-secondary education. 6. Class placement: The school publishes a birth-year to class mapping to help determine which class to enroll in. 7. Higher education: The French Baccalauréat enables pupils to go on to higher education anywhere in the world, and pupils can personalise pathways with language-focused subjects and options.
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