International Montessori schools in and around Brussels
International Montessori Schools
International Montessori Schools Brussels consist of four Montessori schools dedicated to educating children from 15 months to 18 years. These bilingual schools are all accredited by the leading global authority in international education: the International Baccalaureate. They offer a language- and culture-rich learning environment.
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These schools provide an international and bilingual (EN-FR) Montessori programme for children aged 15 months to 12 years. Secondary students, from 12 to 18 years old, follow the International Baccalaureate curriculum.
All classes offer instruction in both English and French. The schools count approximately 300 students in total across four different and charming campuses.
Overview of the four International Montessori Schools
International Montessori School, Tervuren
Rotselaerlaan 1 & 3
Located between Brussels and Leuven, this school welcomes children from 2.5 to 11 years old in a green environment. Spread across two villas, it offers spacious learning spaces, including a library, a music area, and a learning lab.
Children benefit from a full-day programme, with after-school care until 6 PM and many outdoor activities. The school emphasizes learning through nature, with vegetable gardens, greenhouses, and animals, along with dedicated facilities for sports and creative activities.
The school is ideally located near the Tervuren park, where children regularly go for sports sessions, nature walks, and botany lessons. They also explore the Museum of Central Africa, medieval castle ruins, and other historic landmarks, enriching their learning through real-world experiences.
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International Montessori School, Savoorke
Savoorke
Located in a renovated 200-year-old farmhouse, the Savoorke campus offers a warm and peaceful setting, away from the city hustle. It welcomes children aged 14 months to 6 years, from their first steps until they transition to Rotselaerlaan School in Tervuren.
The school offers several programmes adapted to family needs, including a full-day option from 8:30 AM to 6 PM. A Parent-Baby group is also available for babies from 6 weeks to 1 year, supporting families in child development and setting up an optimal home environment.
Children grow in an exceptional natural setting, with a garden overlooking ponds, offering a unique and calming atmosphere. The school is registered with Kind en Gezin, ensuring high standards for early childhood care and development.
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International Montessori School, Hof Kleinenberg
Sint-Stevens-Woluwe
Located in a renovated farmhouse dating back to 1651, the International Montessori School Hof Kleinenberg welcomes students from 2½ to 18 years old, offering a complete educational path from early years to the International Baccalaureate (IB). The school includes several Children’s Houses, a primary and a secondary section, with IB-MYP and IB-DP programmes that open doors to top universities worldwide.
The facilities include large open classrooms, a library, a science lab, and a multifunctional space for visual and performing arts. An after-school programme is available until 6 PM for early years and primary students.
The school benefits from an exceptional natural setting with 1.5 hectares of green space, including gardens, a greenhouse, an orchard, and outdoor sports facilities. Students interact with nature and take part in activities involving horses and ponies, beekeeping, and gardening, providing a rich and immersive learning experience.
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International Montessori School, Hof ten Berg
Woluwe-Saint-Lambert
Set in a historic farmhouse dating back to 1751, the International Montessori School Hof ten Berg welcomes students from 2½ to 18 years old, offering a complete path from primary to the International Baccalaureate (IB-DP). The school comprises three distinct buildings — the Manor, Little Houses, and the Barn — surrounded by secure gardens providing a warm and safe setting.
Facilities include two-story classrooms, a modern gym, and a multipurpose space for extracurricular activities. An after-school programme is available until 6:30 PM for early years and primary students.
The school also features landscaped gardens with areas for gardening, outdoor play, and sports. Younger children enjoy sandpits and hands-on activities, while older students have access to basketball and mini-football courts, and a giant chessboard. A vegetable garden is currently under development to reinforce Montessori’s immersive and interactive learning approach.
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Why choose the International Montessori Schools?
The advantages of the International Montessori Schools
The four International Montessori Schools in Brussels offer a unique educational environment where learning takes place in natural and inspiring settings. Spread across several campuses, these schools emphasize green spaces, renovated farmhouses, and open Montessori classrooms. Thanks to their bilingual approach and the globally recognized International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes, students develop autonomy, curiosity, and critical thinking in a caring, multicultural atmosphere.
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Outside school hours
Every primary and secondary school pupil plays a musical instrument. Specialized music teachers also offer violin and piano lessons to Children’s House children. Language classes, cooking, crafts, gardening, sports, games, animal care and free play are also part of the After School Hour program.
The children eat together. They set the table, cook the food, clear the table after eating.
Many of the school’s chauffeur-driven minibuses offer door-to-door service.
Educational school trips and numerous excursions are organized throughout the year by the school for both primary and secondary pupils.
Tuition Fees 2024-2025 | International Montessori Schools
Standard tuition (for private individuals)
| Tuition Fees | |
|---|---|
| Registration fee | € 600 à € 800 |
| Tuition fees | De € 9.870 (Toddlers) à € 24.000 (IB Diploma Programme) |
| Toddler Com. and Children’s House (1½ – 6 years) 5 mornings |
€ 12.250 |
| 5 full days | € 18.215 |
| PYP 1- 5 | € 21.725 |
| MYP 1 – 5 | € 21.900 |
| DP 1- 2 | € 24.000 |
Professional tuition fee (employer-sponsored)
| Tuition Fees | |
|---|---|
| Registration fee | € 600 à € 800 |
| Tuition fees | De € 12.870 (Toddlers) à € 33.900 (IB Diploma Programme) |
| Toddler Com. and Children’s House (1½ – 6 years) 5 mornings |
€ 14.200 |
| 5 full days | € 23.865 |
| PYP 1- 2 | € 28.750 |
| PYP 3- 5 | € 31.000 |
| MYP 1 – 5 | € 32.800 |
| DP 1- 2 | € 33.900 |
Additional Services
Beyond the basic tuition, several optional services are offered for an additional fee. These include the After School Hour (ASH) programme available until 6:30 PM, as well as holiday camps during certain school breaks.
Students wishing to enhance their musical education can opt for a second instrument for an extra fee. Additionally, Specialized Educational Resources (SER) are available for individual or small group support.
A school bus service is also available to facilitate transportation.
Contact | International Montessori Schools
The International Montessori Schools invite all interested parents to schedule a private tour.
Locations | International Montessori Schools
The four International Montessori Schools are located on four separate campuses in Brussels and its surroundings, offering easy access for families living in the capital and nearby areas.
International Montessori School, Tervuren
International Montessori School, Tervuren
Adresse : Rotselaerlaan 1 | 3080 Tervuren, Belgium
International Montessori School, Tervuren
International Montessori ‘Savoorke’, Tervuren
International Montessori ‘Savoorke’, Tervuren
Adresse : Bergestraat 24 | 3080 Tervuren, Belgium
International Montessori ‘Savoorke’, Tervuren
International Montessori School ‘Hof Kleinenberg’
International Montessori School ‘Hof Kleinenberg’
Adresse : Kleinenbergstraat 97-99 | 1932 Sint-Stevens-Woluwe, Belgium
International Montessori School ‘Hof Kleinenberg’
International Montessori ‘Hof ten Berg’, Woluwe
International Montessori ‘Hof ten Berg’, Woluwe
Adresse : Hof ten Berg 22 | 1200 Woluwe-Saint-Lambert, Belgium