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École Internationale Gaston Thorn - Secondary Campus

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, French, German
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 6 - 18 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 2023
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages Latin
Strengths Sport, STEM, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Secondary School
Introduction

École internationale Gaston Thorn is a public European School in Luxembourg City, welcoming students aged 6 to 18. Opened in 2022, it operates on two campuses: the primary site at 23, Rue Verte in Cessange and the Geesseknäppchen campus in Merl (shared with ENAD). The school delivers a European School curriculum with language sections in francophone, anglophone and germanophone streams, preparing students for the Baccalaureate after seven years of secondary study. The primary program is complemented by middle and upper primary levels and flexible language learning to reflect Luxembourg's diverse population. Facilities include a dedicated primary campus, a library with librarian support, a sports hall for indoor activities, and Foyer Scolaire for lunch and after-school care. Extra tutoring, targeted learning support, and a School Inclusion Commission coordinate support. The school hosts UNESCO status, a partnership with Music Conservatory Luxembourg, First Lego League, Europe Club debates, and transport service for students.

17 Rue Marguerite de Brabant, 1254 Hollerich Luxembourg

The Essentials

École Internationale Gaston Thorn - Secondary Campus has instruction in English, French, German.

Location
École internationale Gaston Thorn operates on multiple sites in Luxembourg. The Primary campus is in Kirchberg at 15, Rue Léon Hengen, L-1745 Luxembourg Kirchberg. The Primary site in Cessange is at 23, Rue Verte, L-2667 Luxembourg-Cessange. The Secondary campuses are in Merl at 17, Rue Marguerite de Brabant, L-1254 Luxembourg-Merl, and in Walferdange at 28, Route de Diekirch, L-7220 Walferdange. The Kirchberg and Merl campuses are in central Luxembourg City, the Cessange site is in the city's southern part, and the Walferdange campus lies to the northwest, with public transport access available to all locations.

Stages
Primary (P1–P5) taught in two language sections (English and French); Secondary (S1–S7) organised in three cycles (Observation S1–S3, Pre‑orientation S4–S5, Orientation S6–S7) with three language sections (English, French and German).

Type
Public European school

Additional learning support
Tailored student support is available, including General, Moderate and Intensive support; ACCU classes support new arrivals.

Country affiliation
Luxembourg

School day structure
The school is a full-day school from 8:00 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. The compulsory timetable for all S1 is 8:00–15:35 on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays and 8:00–12:15 on Tuesdays and Thursdays, with a 45-minute lunch break.

Bus service
Bus service is provided via five lines: CE1, CE2, EIGT-3, EIGT-4 and EIGT-5. The service is free for students and registration is handled by Mr. David Baillon at the school secretariat. Buses run in the morning and at the end of the school day; there is no bus service after the school daycare.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
Foyer scolaire (child-care service) offers care for enrolled children during the lunch break and after 4:15 p.m., with activities in cultural, musical, artistic or sports areas. It is optional and requires prior registration; a financial contribution is required through service vouchers (chèques-services accueil – CSA).

Governance and Ownership
The school is a public European school located in the city center of Luxembourg. The Director is Jessy Medinger; the Deputy Directors are Annick Boever (Primary) and Tom Raths (Secondary).
Fees
Application fees

- None. École Internationale Gaston Thorn is a public school and does not charge an application fee.

Tuition fees by year group

- All year groups (primary and secondary): no tuition fees apply. There are no annual or per-term tuition charges for any class level.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition billing: not applicable (no tuition to bill).
- Transport registration: when pupils use the school bus service, registration is handled by term. The school bus service is operated in coordination with public authorities and is provided without a tuition charge.
- Any charged, optional services or purchases are billed according to the vendor or service provider's own schedule and terms. The school's webshop (merchandise) is listed as a separate sales channel and is currently inactive.

Boarding fees (if applicable)

- Not applicable. École Internationale Gaston Thorn operates as a day school across its campuses; there is no boarding provision and therefore no boarding fees.

Other costs or fees (uniform, materials, meals, extracurriculars, trips, etc.)

- Compulsory school fees: none for tuition or first-time application.
- School-branded merchandise: branded items (t-shirts, hoodies, school supplies) are offered through an EIGT webshop; the webshop is currently not active. Any purchase of merchandise will be charged at the time of sale through that shop when it is open.
- Transport: school bus service is available and organised in partnership with public transport authorities; eligible pupils may use the service under the school's transport rules; this service is provided without a tuition charge. Registration for bus service is by term.
- Third-party partnerships and services: the school runs or lists extracurricular partnerships (for example with the local music conservatory). Fees for lessons, exams, equipment, or programmes supplied by external partners are set and invoiced by those partners, not by the school.

Refund information

- Tuition/application refunds: not applicable because no tuition or application fees are charged.
- Refunds for purchases (for example merchandise) follow the terms and conditions of the sales channel or third-party provider used for the sale; the school webshop is currently inactive.

Fee payment options

- For school tuition and application: not applicable (no payments required).
- For optional purchases or third-party services: payment methods depend on the specific vendor or partner. The school's merchandise channel is a separate sales channel; specific accepted payment methods are determined by that sales channel when active.
Academics

École Internationale Gaston Thorn - Secondary Campus teaches Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 6 to 18.

Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The Island team is EIGT's educational and psycho-social department, consisting of three services: SEPAS, SSE, and ESEB. It provides help and counselling to students and their families on psychological, personal, and social matters. It promotes social justice by supporting financial and cultural participation and cooperates with health services. It offers school and career guidance and organises prevention activities with external partners. It supports inclusion for pupils with special needs and prepares diagnoses. Frodo, a seven-year-old dog, is regularly present to provide comfort to students in distress.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The Island department includes a dedicated Support Team for Children with Special Needs (ESEB) and provides inclusive services. It prepares diagnoses to identify and plan support for pupils with special needs. It accompanies and advises pupils with special needs. It provides prevention and inclusion activities for all pupils. It cooperates with health services. The department includes psychologists, teachers, social workers, and other specialists.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Primary is offered in two language sections: English and French. Pupils also select a second language (L2) to study throughout their schooling. Luxembourgish is taught in all sections as part of the core curriculum. Starting in September 2025, EIGT will operate across two sites to accommodate all primary levels. Secondary education is organized into three language sections: English, French and German. For the 2025–2026 school year, S1 to S5 will be offered in English, French and German, and two Welcome classes are provided. The ACCU program provides additional language support to ensure every student, regardless of language ability, has a place within the school community.

Mental Wellbeing
The Island team includes psychologists and social workers as part of EIGT's educational and psycho-social department. It counsels students and their families on psychological, personal and social matters. It provides social justice support and cooperates with health services. It offers school and career guidance to help pupils decide about their education and careers. It organises prevention activities and collaborates with external partners to support student development. Frodo, a seven-year-old dog, provides comfort to students, and the team prioritises the overall well-being of the school community.

Safeguarding
Island undertakes prevention and safeguarding work by advising and guiding pupils in developing their personality. It prepares diagnoses for pupils with special needs to tailor safeguarding. It cooperates with health services to safeguard students. The school has a Code of Conduct that sets expectations for student behaviour and safeguarding. The Positive Behaviour Team, coordinated by Patrice Schmitt, supports safeguarding and behavioural standards across the school.
Parent Experience

History
The École internationale Gaston Thorn is a public European school located in the city center of Luxembourg. It opened in September 2022 on two campuses: the primary site at 23, Rue Verte in Cessange and the secondary site at the Geesseknäppchen campus in Merl, shared with ENAD. It is the sixth public European School in Luxembourg and offers a European School curriculum with multiple language sections. In its first year, the school began with the first two years of primary and the first two years of secondary, with francophone, anglophone and germanophone sections, comprising nine primary classes and nine secondary classes. The school is named after Gaston Thorn, a Luxembourgish politician who significantly influenced European and national policy.

Community
EIGT is a UNESCO School, officially part of the UNESCO School Network, reflecting a commitment to promoting UNESCO values of diversity, sustainability, and cultural understanding. School life features projects, year‑round events, competitions, and cooperation with external partners, including music collaborations with the Conservatoire de la Ville de Luxembourg. The life of the school is enriched by programs and networks such as the EIGT HUB, Erasmus+, EPAS, and activities under the DIMAS and Diversity Charter Luxembourg initiatives.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Parents' Committee fosters collaboration between families and the school. Its duties include representation of parents in discussions with school management and other committees; information sharing about educational topics and school life; preparation of parent representatives on the Education Council; organizing cultural and social events for the school community; and proposing ideas to improve teaching practices and student work organization. Committee Members include Ada Macinica, Adriana Sofia Margaça Simões, Alex Kockhans-Arzhantseva, Alexandra Kieffer, Bernd Buchmaier, Katia Mangani-Kirova, Michele Trapella, Najd El Harrag, Philip Czapiewski, Stuart Walker, Yasmeen Spyropoulos, and Iskra Hristova. Contact: eigtparentcommittee@gmail.com.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school operates two campuses in Luxembourg: Cessange (23, rue Verte) and Kirchberg (15, rue Léon Hengen). The Cessange campus hosts the primary program and will also welcome middle and upper primary levels, with English-speaking and French-speaking language sections and Luxembourgish integrated. A courtyard and playground are available for arrival and supervised play each day. An on-site Foyer Scolaire offers lunch and after-school care, and school transport is provided by a bus service organized by the City of Luxembourg. The EIGT library is open Monday to Friday from 9:00 AM to 1:10 PM, with remote access to the online catalogue via edulibrary.lu.

Sports Facilities
There is a sports hall available for indoor sports and tournaments. Football tournaments are organized in the sports hall. Sports days are held for primary and secondary students as part of the school sports programme. After-school care includes a range of sports activities. Extracurricular activities include sports as part of the after-school and lunch-break offerings.

Academic Facilities
Tailored academic support is offered with three levels: General, Moderate, and Intensive. General support is available for Language 1, Language 2, and Mathematics and can be provided during the corresponding lesson. Moderate support focuses on learning strategies and is organized in trimester phases. Intensive support is designed for students with more significant needs and is coordinated through the School Inclusion Commission. Support is tracked with objectives and progress shared with parents during February and July parent-teacher meetings. The library provides a study space with librarian assistance and online access to edulibrary.lu.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Extracurricular activities are offered during lunch breaks and after-school hours and include digital, musical, sports, and democracy education. EIGT Sports Day is held for secondary students. Football tournaments are organized on campus using the sports hall. First Lego League participation demonstrates engagement with STEM and teamwork. Europe Club visits and debates at the European Parliament are part of extracurricular life.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Primary education comprises a five-year cycle with three language sections: a French-speaking section, an English-speaking section and a German-speaking section. Secondary education covers seven years and is divided into three cycles: the observation cycle (S1-S3), the pre-orientation cycle (S4-S5) and the orientation cycle (S6-S7) leading to the Baccalaureate. It is a public European school located in the city center of Luxembourg.

Arts & Creative
Music is a pillar of the school's philosophy and identity. The school has a partnership with the Music Conservatory Luxembourg. Music is recognized as an intellectual and cognitive activity that helps students develop patterns, self-esteem and empathy. The piano corner is part of music activities.

Cultural & Language
Primary education comprises a five-year cycle with three language sections: a French-speaking section, an English-speaking section and a German-speaking section. The school is a public European school located in the city center of Luxembourg and reflects the diversity of the population. Teaching methods offer flexibility in language learning to help a greater number of students succeed academically and socially.

Social & Hobbies
The school is a UNESCO School and part of the UNESCO School Network, reflecting a commitment to UNESCO values of diversity, sustainability and cultural understanding. Compass Crew are the two groups working on the EIGT School development plan. Student newspapers are published as part of school life.

Community & Service
The École internationale Gaston Thorn is a signatory to the Luxembourg Diversity Charter. The school is a UNESCO School, reflecting commitment to diversity, sustainability and cultural understanding. The public European school status emphasizes inclusion and diversity within the school community.

Leadership & Professional
Life/Work Planning focuses on proactive career management through self-assessment, personal accountability, and the ability to adjust to changes and new circumstances. The orientation team supports students in navigating educational and professional opportunities, including language choices and university criteria. Democratic participation is encouraged through student and parent involvement in school development planning.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Soutien scolaire provides personalized assistance for key subjects across four phases. The secondary day runs from 8:00 to 17:20 with a lunch break and after-school activities. School transport is provided by Luxembourg City buses and the RGTR network to and from campuses.
Languages

Language Provision
Primary education comprises a five-year cycle with two language sections: French-speaking and English-speaking. Secondary education comprises seven years organized in three cycles with three language sections: French-speaking, English-speaking and German-speaking. For the 2025/26 school year, S1-S5 classes are offered in the three language sections English, French and German.

Bilingual Teaching
Secondary education has three language sections: French-speaking, English-speaking, and German-speaking. Primary education has two language sections: French-speaking and English-speaking. Secondary is organized in seven years in three cycles: the observation cycle (S1-S3), the pre-orientation cycle (S4-S5) and the orientation cycle (S6-S7) leading to the European Baccalaureate. For the 2025/26 school year, S1-S5 will be offered in the three language sections English, French and German.

Immersion Programs
Three language sections provide immersive study in English, French and German. Most subjects are taught in the mother tongue (Language 1) for each section. From S1 onward, students begin to study a second foreign language. In S3, Humanities and Life and Society are taught in the first foreign language.
Admissions

Admissions
The enrolment period for the 2026-2027 academic year runs from March 1 to March 15, 2026. Enrollment is conducted exclusively through the school's website. EIGT Primary School eligibility: residents of Luxembourg City or surrounding areas; completed pre-school; will be 6 years old before September 1 of the enrolment year. EIGT Secondary School eligibility: residents of Luxembourg City or surrounding areas; completed primary school with an ESG/ESC orientation certificate; benefit from the public international schools in Luxembourg; priority is given to students who are not currently enrolled in another secondary school in Luxembourg. EIGT is a public school with no tuition fees. Please complete the admission form to apply; upon submission, you will receive an automatic acknowledgement of receipt.
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