American School in Brussels
Brussels Unit School
Brussels Unit School (formerly Brussels American School – BAS) changed its name in 2025. This international school welcomes 289 students, from Pre-Kindergarten (PK) to 12th grade. Located in a green setting in Sterrebeek, a Dutch-speaking municipality on the outskirts of Brussels, the school offers a nurturing environment for learning and personal development.
289
STUDENTS
33
TEACHERS
58
YEARS
The school provides a rich and varied academic programme, supported by a qualified and dedicated faculty of 33 teachers. Elementary, middle, and high school are located on the same campus, ensuring a smooth and personalised educational journey.
The American school was established in Brussels to support the U.S. military and NATO headquarters. It is part of the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA), a U.S. federal school system with about 150 schools worldwide. The DoDEA headquarters is based in Arlington, Virginia, and operates under the authority of the Secretary of Defense.
Brussels Unit School curriculum
School curriculum
> Ages 3 to 18
In elementary school (PK to 5th grade), students receive a comprehensive education including physical education, languages (French and Dutch), arts, music, IT, and library science.
In middle and high school, the school offers a wide range of subjects designed to prepare students for the challenges of the 21st century. An Advanced Placement (AP) programme offers advanced courses in math, science, languages, and world history.
Student support
5 types of support
Several support services are also available to students:
- Reading and language support (English as a Second Language)
- Educational technology
- Counseling and academic guidance
- Special education and the PSCD programme (Preschool for children with disabilities)
- Speech and occupational therapy services
The DoDEA curriculum provides a world-class education that inspires and prepares all students for success in a global, dynamic environment.
Brussels Unit School
Extracurricular activities at Brussels Unit School
Beyond the classroom, the school offers a wide range of extracurricular activities:
- After-school clubs: chess, arts, French, drama, homework help, and science
- School sports: soccer, track & field, cross-country, basketball, wrestling, tennis, and cheerleading
- Academic and cultural competitions: Model United Nations, Model NATO, Honors Band, and Chorus
Thanks to its family-oriented atmosphere and global approach, Brussels Unit School prepares its students for a bright academic and professional future in a caring, multicultural setting.
Enrollment conditions | Brussels Unit School
Brussels Unit School primarily serves children of U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) personnel. Admission is based on eligibility criteria established by DoDEA.
The school welcomes dependent children of DoD employees, U.S. federal agency civilians, and under certain conditions, children of defense-related contractors. Enrollment follows a priority system, with children of deployed military personnel admitted first. Other families may be accepted based on available space.
Contact | Brussels Unit School
Location | Brussels Unit School
> Brussels Unit School
Address : J.F. Kennedylaan 1 | 1933 Sterrebeek