Looking for an English-speaking school in Brussels?

This article helps you choose the right international English-speaking school offering education in English at all levels: nursery, preschool, primary, and secondary.

Although Brussels is mostly French- and Dutch-speaking, the Belgian capital has a wide range of international English-speaking schools, offering both expat and local families full immersion in the English language.

Choosing an English-speaking school comes with several important advantages:

• Academic excellence: Most English-speaking schools in Brussels follow internationally recognized programs such as the British National Curriculum, the Cambridge International Curriculum, or the International Baccalaureate (IB).
• Total language immersion: Students are fully immersed in English daily, allowing for fast and natural language acquisition in a multicultural setting.
• International opportunities: These schools are ideal preparation for higher education abroad, especially in British, American, or other international universities.

English-speaking schools in Brussels mainly follow four academic programs:

1. British National Curriculum (National Curriculum for England): Structured into Key Stages, this curriculum leads to GCSE/IGCSE and A-Level exams, which are globally recognized and respected by international universities.
2. Cambridge International Curriculum: A program centered around Cambridge assessments (IGCSE, A-Levels, etc.), also widely recognized worldwide.
3. International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme: Known for its academic rigor and balanced approach, this globally respected program is excellent preparation for international universities.
4. International Curriculum: Developed for globally mobile students, programs such as the IPC (International Primary Curriculum) or IMYC (International Middle Years Curriculum) emphasize thematic learning, critical thinking, and holistic development, often used in early years education.

As mentioned above, English-speaking schools in Brussels follow either a British or an international school program.

All of the schools below follow the National Curriculum for England or the Cambridge International Curriculum and offer preschool, primary, and secondary levels.

These schools also offer education at the preschool, primary, and secondary levels.

These schools generally attract two types of families:

• Expat families living temporarily or long-term in Brussels who want their children to continue international education in English.
• Local (Belgian) families seeking international education and strong English proficiency for their children from a young age — opening up future academic and career opportunities worldwide.