Montgomery International School vs The British School of Brussels

	M Montgomery International School Brussels, Belgium	T The British School of Brussels Brussels, Belgium
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €27,650 - 35,400	Fees / year €20,100 - 45,550
Age range	Age range 5 - 18 years	Age range 1 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)	Curriculum IB (DP), British Curriculum, BTEC Qualification, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels
Pupils	Pupils 200	Pupils 1,300
Typical class size	Typical class size 15	Typical class size 16
Instruction language	Instruction language English, French	Instruction language English, French
Opened	Opened 2007	Opened 1969
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
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.	Location Located in the eastern suburbs of Brussels, Belgium, at Pater Dupierreuxlaan 1, 3080 Tervuren. The campus is state-of-the-art.
Stages	Stages Elementary through secondary (PYP, MYP, and DP) for ages 5–19.	Stages Primary School (ages 1-11) and Secondary School (ages 11-18).
School type	School type Private international IB World School	School type Not-for-profit international day school.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix Pupils come from over 70 nationalities; the largest nationality represented is British at about 30%.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support EAL and AEN support are provided, including an Inclusion team, Learning Assistants, and Speech and Language Therapists; an Educational Psychologist, counsellors, and nurses are available to support students.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Belgium	Country affiliation United Kingdom (UK) curriculum; British orientation for an international school in Belgium.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
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.	School day structure The school year is divided into three terms: Term 1 runs from late August/early September to mid-December; Term 2 runs from early January to late March or early April; Term 3 runs from late April to late June or early July.
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.	Bus service details A supervised school bus service operates on many routes across Brussels and surrounding villages for pupils aged four and above. Bus fees are listed on the Fees page. There is no bus service on Wednesday lunchtimes for Lower Primary.
Fees	Fees
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.)	Fee details Application fees - Main school application fee (Kindergarten/ECC – Year 13): Payable once per child: €750. - Early Childhood Centre (ECC) application fee: Payable once per child: €750. - Note: the school's online payment form shows an alternative published breakdown for application payments (Main school: €1,000 for first child and €500 for each subsequent child; ECC: €250 for first child and €125 for each subsequent child). The school's online application payment form accepts credit-card payment. Tuition fees by year group (annual and per-term amounts) - Kindergarten: Annual fee €20,100. Per-term (calculated by dividing the published annual fee by three): €6,700.00. - Reception, Years 1–2: Annual fee €35,600. Per-term (calculated): €11,866.67. - Years 3–6: Annual fee €37,400. Per-term (calculated): €12,466.67. - Years 7–9: Annual fee €44,400. Per-term (calculated): €14,800.00. - Years 10–13: Annual fee €45,550. Per-term (calculated): €15,183.33. (Note: the school publishes annual tuition amounts and invoices fees annually; the per-term figures above are straightforward equal divisions of the published annual fee for use in a per-term view and are not presented by the school as an official instalment plan.) Early Childhood Centre (ECC) daily/session fees - ECC half-day morning session: €70 per session. - ECC full day: €128 per day. - ECC application fee (payable once per child): €750. Transport (bus) fees - Annual Brussels school bus service fee: €3,550 (per year). Per-term (calculated): €1,183.33. - Annual Antwerp/SHAPE school bus service fee: €4,180 (per year). Per-term (calculated): €1,393.33. After-school care (Garderie) and other sessional fees - Kindergarten (14:00–15:50, not Wednesdays): €20.00 per session. - Kindergarten in ECC after 16:00 and from 11:50 on Wednesdays: €10.00 per hour. - Reception to Year 6 (15:50–18:00; Reception–Year 2 on Wednesdays from 11:50): €9.00 per hour. - Pre/Post-Enrichment for Years 3–6: €9.00 per whole session. What tuition does and does not include (summary of extra costs) - Included in tuition: extensive enrichment clubs, individual iPads/laptops for Years 3–9, curricular day and residential trips up to Year 9, learning resources (textbooks/exercise books), public examination entries (A Level, BTEC, IB, IGCSE) except re-sits, basic PE kit (including swimming costume on arrival), team sports kits and subsidised fixture costs, hot lunch for Kindergarten–Year 2, and specified medical checks for new starters and certain year groups. - Not included in tuition (examples of additional payable items): Garderie beyond included times, individual instrumental tuition run by external providers and instrument rental, extra PE clothing beyond the basic kit, costs of certain residential sporting and other competitions, Years 10–13 school trips and visits run by external providers, and other course-related items. Bus fees are charged separately. Billing schedule and payment terms - Invoicing: Fees are invoiced annually. Fees for the following academic year are due in one single payment each May. - Reductions for students joining mid-year (applied as percentage reductions of the annual fee): November 10%; December 20%; January 30%; February 40%; March 50%; April 60%; May 70%; June 80%. (October: no reduction.) Withdrawal and refund policy - Notice requirement: A full academic term's written notice of withdrawal to the Principal is required in accordance with the school calendar. Failure to give a full term's notice will result in an invoice for a full academic term's fees in lieu of notice. - Refunds when a student leaves during the school year (reductions expressed as percentage of the annual fee by month of leaving): October 80%; November 70%; December 60%; January 50%; February 40%; March 30%; April 20%; May 10%; June/July no refund. Boarding - Boarding: The school is a day school (no boarding facilities). Application and invoice payment methods - Application fee payment: The online application/payment form uses a secure credit-card payment system and accepts credit-card payments for the application fee. Application fees are non-refundable. - Annual tuition invoice payment: The published fee schedule states that fees are invoiced annually and are due in a single payment each May. The fee schedule directs payment of the application by credit card via the online form; it does not publish a separate publicly listed, detailed list of all accepted payment methods for annual tuition on the fee schedule page. Other administrative and policy notes on fees - The school reserves the right to amend the published schedule of fees. Parents are responsible for payment of the total sums due regardless of any employer subsidy. The published fee schedule cancels and replaces previous fee schedules. Application fees are non-refundable. (End of fee overview.)
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
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.	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement The school does not have a formal uniform. There is a dress code and a PE kit is worn for PE.
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.	Food options The school provides hot lunch in the Early Childhood Centre, Kindergarten, Reception, Year 1 and Year 2. Kindergarten and Reception eat in their classrooms and Year 1 eat in the Tintin Hall; in Year 2 lunches are in the cafeteria. The Cafeteria is available for Year 3 and upwards; meals are freshly prepared on site and paid with a prepaid card. The Cafeteria menu offers hot meals (including vegetarian options), a salad bar, and sandwich/panini stations, with allergy information published.
House system	House system —	House system The House system adds belonging; students are placed in one of three Houses – Goodman, Pantlin, or Firman – on arrival.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership MIS is part of the Ermitage Education Group. Jim Doherty is the CEO of the Ermitage Education Group.	Governance and ownership The school is governed by a Board of Trustees and a Board of Governors. The school was founded on not-for-profit principles, and any excess proceeds from fees are reinvested back into the school. The school is The British School of Brussels vzw.
Academics	Academics
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).	Curriculum details The school offers a British-based curriculum up to age 16 (GCSE and International GCSE). Post-16, the school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma, A Levels, and BTEC vocational courses, including a bilingual IB Diploma in French/English or Dutch/English. A French-English bilingual programme runs across 10 Year Groups from Reception (age 4-5), and Dutch lessons start from age seven.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio Student-teacher ratio is 9:1. Maximum class size is 21 in Secondary and 14 in Post-16. Total enrolment is 1,363 (Secondary 873; Primary 490).
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.	Exam results GCSE 2024: 94% pass rate with 57% of grades 7 or above. A Levels 2024: 96% pass rate with 61% of grades A-B and 34% A-A. IB Diploma 2024: 97% pass rate with an average score of 35 and a top score of 44. BTEC (Level 3) 2024: 100% pass rate with 60% Distinction/Distinction; Level 2 BTEC: 100% pass rate with 72% Distinction/Distinction and 89% Merit or higher.
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).	Higher education progression Graduates progress to higher education worldwide. Destinations include Imperial College London, University of St Andrews, University of Amsterdam, McGill University, University of British Columbia, KU Leuven and other universities in the United Kingdom, Belgium, Canada, the Netherlands, the United States and beyond.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented Enrichment and outdoor learning are central to the programme, with around 200 clubs and activities, including sport, music, drama and creative pursuits. Enrichment opportunities are complemented by service learning and broader personal development experiences.
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
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.	Social & emotional learning Pastoral care is integral to BSB's offering. The school has an educational psychologist, two counsellors, speech and language therapists, and four nurses on site to support students' social and emotional needs. In Primary, the class teacher, supported by Learning Assistants and the Inclusion and Leadership team, is the first port of call for pastoral support. In Secondary, pastoral care is delivered through the tutors and Heads of Year, as well as the Access to Learning department which includes BSB's counselling service. Academically, students with English as an Additional Language (EAL) and Additional Educational Needs (AEN) are supported by dedicated departments staffed by expert teams, with help including homework clubs, a Learning Mentor, intensive English immersion programmes and working with parents. [Source: Student Support page]
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) BSB provides extensive provision for Additional Educational Needs (AEN) and English as an Additional Language (EAL). In Primary, each Year Group has a dedicated Inclusion Teacher responsible for supporting children who may have EAL, AEN and Extension and Enrichment (E&E). In Secondary, support is delivered via the Access to Learning department and targeted interventions. Academic support is bespoke, underpinned by dedicated systems and processes tailored to individual needs. AEN and EAL learners receive interventions designed to enable progress across the curriculum. Enrichment and extension opportunities are integrated into the support framework. [Source: Primary Support; Student Support page]
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.	English as an additional language EAL support is provided through dedicated departments staffed by expert teams. In Primary, each Year Group has a dedicated Inclusion Teacher who supports students with EAL, AEN and Extension and Enrichment (E&E). Help includes intensive English immersion programmes and working with parents. In Secondary, EAL support continues through the school's dedicated learning support structures. The process is bespoke and tailored to individual needs. [Source: Student Support; Primary Support]
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.	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is prioritised as part of pastoral care. The team includes an educational psychologist, counsellors, speech and language therapists and four nurses on site to support students' wellbeing. In Secondary, counselling is provided through the Access to Learning department. Support is tailored to age and need, and is integrated with academic support to help students manage challenges. [Source: Student Support]
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare, both physical and emotional, of every student. Roles and responsibilities are defined, including Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs) for Primary and Secondary and required safeguarding training for all staff. The policy includes online safety measures with filtering and monitoring systems, and clear procedures to identify and escalate safeguarding concerns and to handle incidents. Staff undergo safeguarding and child protection training at induction and at least annually; the school maintains processes and contacts with local safeguarding agencies. [Source: Safeguarding Policy PDF]
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
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.	Facilities overview Jacques Rogge Sports Centre includes a 25m indoor swimming pool, a gymnastics arena, a dance studio, a fitness suite and a multi-purpose sports hall. Outdoor facilities were renewed in 2020 and include two competitive football pitches, a full-size rugby pitch, three ring-fenced tennis courts, a 100 metre sprint lane with a long jump pit, four multi-surface areas for basketball and netball, a 300 metre track and floodlit facilities. The Brel Theatre seats 240 and includes a workshop, a green room and a dedicated costume department. There are 12 music practice rooms, a music recording studio and film-editing facilities, drama rehearsal rooms and fully equipped art studios. Three computer suites including a dedicated Apple suite, campus-wide wifi and main classrooms with interactive whiteboards, plus devices such as iPads and laptops; a CAD suite with a 3D printer; and dedicated spaces for textiles, food and nutrition are available.
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.	Sports facilities Jacques Rogge Sports Centre comprises a 25m swimming pool, gymnastics arena, dance studio, fitness suite and multi-purpose sports hall. Outdoor facilities include two competitive size football pitches, a full-size rugby pitch, three ring-fenced tennis courts, a 100 metre sprint lane with a long jump pit, four multi-surface areas for basketball and netball, a 300 metre track and floodlit facilities. BSB is the only international school in Belgium to have its own swimming pool. A traverse bouldering wall is the largest of its kind in an international school in Europe. The school also organises over 120 sports clubs per week for both primary and secondary students.
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.	Academic facilities Three computer suites include a dedicated Apple suite, campus-wide wifi and main classrooms equipped with interactive whiteboards; devices such as iPads and digital cameras are available, and secondary students are provided with laptops. There are specialist Design & Technology facilities including a CAD suite with a 3D printer, and workshops with machinery and woodworking tools. Textiles Technology workshops and fully equipped Food & Nutrition kitchen classrooms support practical learning. Fully equipped art studios provide spaces for drawing, painting, sculpture, digital art and design. Music recording studios and film-editing facilities support creative work across the arts and Technologies.
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.	Extra curricular facilities The British School of Brussels offers extracurricular activities across sport and the arts. Over 120 sports clubs are run weekly for primary and secondary students. There are three sport pathways: Academy Sport (tier 1), Competitive Sport (tier 2) and Recreational Sport (tier 3). The school has partnerships with West Ham United, Swim Swift Elite and the Special Olympics Belgium. Students compete in ISST and SCIS tournaments, complementing on-campus arts and performing arts opportunities supported by the on-site facilities.
Parent experience	Parent experience
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.	History BSB was officially created in 1969 and opened in 1970 on the present site, following the vision of Sir Dick Pantlin and a group of like-minded businessmen. The first Principal was Alan Humphries, and the founders emphasized approachable communication by having staff and students on a first-name basis. In 1981 King Baudouin attended the official opening of the auditorium, now known as the Brel Theatre. In 2016 the Jacques Rogge Sports Centre was opened, and new facilities made BSB the only international school in Belgium to offer an indoor swimming pool. BSB celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2020.
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.	Community Family Day brings together families, staff and students for games, food stalls and activities, reinforcing a sense of belonging beyond the classroom. The event features a relaxed, social atmosphere with opportunities for parents to connect with one another and with school staff. Volunteers from staff and the Families of BSB help run activities and welcome newcomers and alumni as part of a vibrant school community.
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.	Parent teacher association FoBSB is the Families of BSB, the parents' association of The British School of Brussels. It is run entirely by parent volunteers and offers a wide range of events, activities, groups and information and support services. Parents have their own Cavell House on campus, a drop‑in lounge with WiFi, Cavell Café and an information centre, plus rooms for social activities. Cavell House hosts language conversation classes, a book club, first aid courses, cookery demonstrations, a craft club, talks, pilates and more, as well as trips and off‑campus activities. FoBSB provides a welcoming space for new families and acts as a support network for all BSB parents.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
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.	Academic & intellectual The school offers around 200 clubs and activities. The school includes tennis, tag rugby, choir, and creative writing. The school provides enrichment and outdoor learning opportunities that extend learning beyond the classroom.
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.	Arts & creative The school offers choir and creative writing as enrichment activities. The school includes sustainable, creative arts projects in outdoor learning that merge artistic expression with ecological awareness. The school provides enrichment opportunities for artistic expression beyond the classroom.
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.	Cultural & language The school offers a bilingual French-English programme for Primary students. The school has English and French mother-tongue teachers delivering a 50/50 mix of French and English for ages four to 11. The school's bilingual classes follow the same broad curriculum as the English section.
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.	Social & hobbies The school provides a wide range of clubs and activities. The school offers examples including tennis, tag rugby, choir, and creative writing. The school's enrichment program emphasizes learning beyond lessons and includes outdoor learning opportunities.
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.	Community & service The school offers the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award. The Award is structured across Bronze, Silver, and Gold levels and includes volunteering, physical recreation, and skill development, plus adventurous journeys. Expeditions and service projects broaden horizons and build independence and teamwork.
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.	Leadership & professional The school runs BSB Futures, a careers programme that supports post-16 pathways. The school delivers career talks, workshops on CV writing, networking, and mentoring through the Futures team, and provides one-to-one guidance with advisers. The school builds external partnerships for events, internships, and leadership opportunities such as the Futures Captain.
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.	Lifestyle & wellbeing The school uses outdoor learning to support wellbeing and environmental stewardship. The school's Learning without Walls extends across age groups and aligns with Units of Discovery. Time spent outdoors fosters curiosity, resilience, and lifelong learning.
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.	Language provision English is the main language of tuition. A French-English bilingual programme and a Dutch language option exist for younger students. Dutch, German or Spanish are taught as additional languages in later years. Post-16 pathways include the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma, A Levels, and BTEC, with the option of a Bilingual IB Diploma in French/English or Dutch/English.
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.	Bilingual teaching The school offers a French-English bilingual programme across 10 Year Groups starting in Reception (age 4-5). A mother-tongue Dutch programme is provided for younger students. Students can study for a Bilingual IB Diploma in French/English or Dutch/English.
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.	Immersion programs In the Primary School, subjects are taught in both English and French in bilingual classes, reflecting an immersion approach. English as an Additional Language (EAL) and immersion support are available to help students access the curriculum, with progression from immersion into mainstream classes as they gain proficiency.
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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.	Admissions BSB is inclusive and non-selective with an international student body. Tours are available and new students are welcome at any time of the year. Joining at the start of the academic year in September is encouraged, but the school welcomes new students throughout the year. Year groups are assigned based on a child's calendar age against the September 1 to August 31 academic year; students coming from other systems may be placed a year above or below to stay with their peers. The Admissions team is available to help, and the school provides an application form for prospective families. Languages are taught in English with bilingual options: a French/English bilingual programme runs for children aged 4 to 14; French is taught from Kindergarten, Dutch is taught from age seven, and additional languages such as Spanish and German are available; secondary students may also learn these languages. Exam options include GCSEs and iGCSEs in Years 10–11, and in Years 12–13 students can choose the International Baccalaureate Diploma, A Levels, or BTEC. The school is located at The British School of Brussels vzw, Pater Dupierreuxlaan 1, 3080 Tervuren, Belgium. Admission enquiry can be made via the Admissions section of the site. Fees and financial information are provided on the Fees page, and the school's admissions process outlines how and when to apply.
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