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| The '''International School of Brussels''' ('''ISB''') is an ]-language ] located in the ] ] of ].The school serves students from preschool through high school, offering a diverse educational program on a 40-acre (16 ha) wooded campus. Catering to an international student body, it is a recognized International Baccalaureate (IB) World School. | The '''International School of Brussels''' ('''ISB''') is an ]-language ] located in the ] ] of ].The school serves students from preschool through high school, offering a diverse educational program on a 40-acre (16 ha) wooded campus. Catering to an international student body, it is a recognized International Baccalaureate (IB) World School. <ref name=":3">{{Cite web |title=Brussels, Belgium: The International School of Brussels: 2023-2024 Fact Sheet |url=https://www.state.gov/the-international-school-of-brussels-fact-sheet/ |access-date=2024-12-31 |website=United States Department of State |language=en}}</ref> James Macdonald is the current director of the school. <ref>{{Cite web |title=ISB Leadership {{!}} International School of Brussels |url=https://www.isb.be/about/leadership |access-date=2024-12-31 |website=www.isb.be |language=en-US}}</ref> | ||
| ==History== | ==History== | ||
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| The ISB campus spans 162,134.6 m² (1,745,202 sq ft) of wooded land and features academic buildings, athletic facilities, and a performing arts center.<ref name=":0">{{cite web|last=|first=|date=|title=Our Campus|url=https://www.isb.be/campus-life/our-campus|archive-url=|archive-date=|access-date=|website=ISB}}</ref> Key features include: | The ISB campus spans 162,134.6 m² (1,745,202 sq ft) of wooded land and features academic buildings, athletic facilities, and a performing arts center.<ref name=":0">{{cite web|last=|first=|date=|title=Our Campus|url=https://www.isb.be/campus-life/our-campus|archive-url=|archive-date=|access-date=|website=ISB}}</ref> Key features include: | ||
| * '''Early Childhood Centre (ECC):''' students aged {{frac|2|1|2}}–8 | * ] '''(ECC):''' students aged {{frac|2|1|2}}–8 | ||
| * '''] (ES):''' students aged 8–12 | * '''] (ES):''' students aged 8–12 | ||
| * '''] (MS):''' students aged 12–15 | * '''] (MS):''' students aged 12–15 | ||
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| ==Academics== | ==Academics== | ||
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| ISB offers a wide range of academic programs with 45 International Baccalaureate courses available to students. It is known for its commitment to inclusive education, providing opportunities for students with diverse needs, including the Intensive Learning Support (ILS) program.<ref name="ibo.org"/> | ISB offers a wide range of academic programs with 45 International Baccalaureate courses available to students. It is known for its commitment to inclusive education, providing opportunities for students with diverse needs, including the Intensive Learning Support (ILS) program.<ref name="ibo.org"/> | ||
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| Annual tuition fees vary based on grade level, ranging from €21,650 for preschool to €46,725 for grades 10-12. Additional fees apply for specialized support programs.<ref>{{Cite web |title=ISB Tuition & Fees {{!}} International School of Brussels |url=https://www.isb.be/admissions/tuitionfees |access-date=2024-02-09 |website=www.isb.be |language=en-US}}</ref> | Annual tuition fees vary based on grade level, ranging from €21,650 for preschool to €46,725 for grades 10-12. Additional fees apply for specialized support programs.<ref>{{Cite web |title=ISB Tuition & Fees {{!}} International School of Brussels |url=https://www.isb.be/admissions/tuitionfees |access-date=2024-02-09 |website=www.isb.be |language=en-US}}</ref> | ||
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==Community== | ||
| As of 2024, ISB enrolled approximately 1,300 students from 65 countries.<ref name=":3" /> The school has 229 faculty members which represent 23 nationalities, and 107 staff members representing 26 nationalities<ref>{{Cite web |title=Our Faculty & Staff {{!}} International School of Brussels |url=https://www.isb.be/community/faculty |access-date=2024-12-31 |website=www.isb.be |language=en-US}}</ref> | |||
| As of 2022, ISB enrolled approximately 1,400 students from 65 countries, making it a vibrant and multicultural educational environment.<ref name="Conlin" /> | |||
| == Leadership == | |||
| The board of trustees has approximately 18 members and three to four ex-officio members. There are also a number of honorary trustees. All the trustees are volunteers. To ensure continuity and an institutional memory in a population with a 25% turnover each year, the board strives for a balance of long-term and short-term members. Board members are appointed for three-year renewable terms, with a maximum length of service of nine years. Each member serves on one of the standing committees or on an ad hoc committee, depending on his or her area of expertise. <ref name=":3" /> The Board is responsible for setting the school's strategy, and is the guardian of the school's mission. This includes holding the school to account for delivering on all aspects of the mission, verifying that the school operates on a sound financial basis, and taking all necessary steps to ensure the long-term success of the school. <ref>{{Cite web |title=ISB Leadership {{!}} International School of Brussels |url=https://www.isb.be/about/leadership |access-date=2024-12-31 |website=www.isb.be |language=en-US}}</ref> | |||
| == Extracurricular Activities == | == Extracurricular Activities == | ||
| ISB offers extensive extracurricular programs, including: | ISB offers extensive extracurricular programs, including: | ||
| * '''Athletics:''' Sports such as basketball, cross country, football, volleyball, field hockey, and track & field. Notably, ISB is one of the few international schools to offer American football.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Godley |first=Rob |date=2024-12-21 |title=American Football |url=https://www.isb.be/co-curricular/athletics |archive-url= |archive-date= |access-date= |website=ISB}}</ref> | * '''Athletics:''' Sports such as basketball, cross country, football, volleyball, field hockey, and track & field. Notably, ISB is one of the few international schools to offer American football.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Godley |first=Rob |date=2024-12-21 |title=American Football |url=https://www.isb.be/co-curricular/athletics |archive-url= |archive-date= |access-date= |website=ISB}}</ref> | ||
| * '''Arts:''' Music programs, theater productions, and art exhibitions. | * '''Arts:''' Music programs, theater productions, and art exhibitions. <ref>{{Cite web |title=ISB Arts {{!}} International School of Brussels |url=https://www.isb.be/co-curricular/arts |access-date=2024-12-31 |website=www.isb.be |language=en-US}}</ref> | ||
| * '''Cultural Events:''' The annual International Festival celebrates the diverse cultures represented within the school community. | * '''Cultural Events:''' The annual International Festival celebrates the diverse cultures represented within the school community. | ||
| == Financial Overview == | == Financial Overview == | ||
| In the 2018-2019 academic year, ISB reported revenues of €54.17 million and expenses of €54.76 million, indicating a proactive approach to fundraising and financial management to maintain its facilities and programs.<ref name=":2">{{Cite web |last= |first= |date= |title=This is ISB / 2019-2020 Annual Report |url=https://annualreport.isb.be/2019-20/home/ |archive-url= |archive-date= |access-date= |website=ISB}}</ref> | In the 2018-2019 academic year, ISB reported revenues of €54.17 million and expenses of €54.76 million, indicating a proactive approach to fundraising and financial management to maintain its facilities and programs.<ref name=":2">{{Cite web |last= |first= |date= |title=This is ISB / 2019-2020 Annual Report |url=https://annualreport.isb.be/2019-20/home/ |archive-url= |archive-date= |access-date= |website=ISB}}</ref> | ||
| == Summer@ISB == | |||
| ISB also offers a host of different ]. Such as ] , ] and ] camp <ref>{{Cite web |title=Summer@ISB - International School of Brussels |url=https://www.isb.be/co-curricular/summer-isb |access-date=2024-12-31 |website=www.isb.be |language=en-US}}</ref> | |||
| ==References== | ==References== | ||
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Private school in Brussels, Belgium
| International School of Brussels | |
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| Location | |
| Brussels Belgium | |
| Coordinates | 50°47′20″N 4°25′1″E / 50.78889°N 4.41694°E / 50.78889; 4.41694 |
| Information | |
| Type | Private school |
| Motto | Everyone Included. Everyone Challenged. Everyone Successful. |
| Established | 1951 (1951) |
| Head teacher | James MacDonald |
| Faculty | 200 |
| Number of students | 1,350 |
| Campus | 162,134.62 m (40.06434 acres) |
| Mascot | Raiders |
| Website | www |
The International School of Brussels (ISB) is an English-language international school located in the Brussels commune of Watermael-Boitsfort.The school serves students from preschool through high school, offering a diverse educational program on a 40-acre (16 ha) wooded campus. Catering to an international student body, it is a recognized International Baccalaureate (IB) World School. James Macdonald is the current director of the school.
History
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The school was founded in October 1951 as the American School of Brussels, initially to serve U.S. Department of Defense personnel and their families residing in the area. It began with four teachers and 27 students, aged 5 to 11, at a location in Woluwe-Saint-Pierre. By 1953, the school had about 100 students and relocated to the Château des Fougères in Watermael-Boitsfort and adopted its current name.
In 1966, ISB added a high school building, followed by a new elementary school building in 1967. The entire school initially operated within the Château. ISB became the 50th International Baccalaureate school worldwide on January 1, 1977, and hosted its first International Festival the same year.
In February 2006, the school board opted to begin fundraising because it determined that the tuition charged to its students was insufficient for its needs. This decision marked a shift towards increased financial planning to support the school's operations and development.
Campus and Facilities
The ISB campus spans 162,134.6 m² (1,745,202 sq ft) of wooded land and features academic buildings, athletic facilities, and a performing arts center. Key features include:
- Early Childhood Centre (ECC): students aged 2+1⁄2–8
- Elementary School (ES): students aged 8–12
- Middle School (MS): students aged 12–15
- High School (HS): students aged 15–19
- Château des Fougères: A 19th-century building housing administrative offices with a reception area for parents.
- Athletic Facilities: Outdoor track, two gymnasiums, and 15 hectares (37 acres) of playing fields and woods.
- Performing Arts Center: A venue for concerts and theatrical productions.
- International Community Centre (ICC): Hosting additional facilities and rooms for community activities.
- Additional Features: The campus includes a theater, annex building, and various sports facilities for its extracurricular programs.
Academics
ISB offers a wide range of academic programs with 45 International Baccalaureate courses available to students. It is known for its commitment to inclusive education, providing opportunities for students with diverse needs, including the Intensive Learning Support (ILS) program.
Tuition and Finance
Annual tuition fees vary based on grade level, ranging from €21,650 for preschool to €46,725 for grades 10-12. Additional fees apply for specialized support programs.
Community
As of 2024, ISB enrolled approximately 1,300 students from 65 countries. The school has 229 faculty members which represent 23 nationalities, and 107 staff members representing 26 nationalities
Leadership
The board of trustees has approximately 18 members and three to four ex-officio members. There are also a number of honorary trustees. All the trustees are volunteers. To ensure continuity and an institutional memory in a population with a 25% turnover each year, the board strives for a balance of long-term and short-term members. Board members are appointed for three-year renewable terms, with a maximum length of service of nine years. Each member serves on one of the standing committees or on an ad hoc committee, depending on his or her area of expertise. The Board is responsible for setting the school's strategy, and is the guardian of the school's mission. This includes holding the school to account for delivering on all aspects of the mission, verifying that the school operates on a sound financial basis, and taking all necessary steps to ensure the long-term success of the school.
Extracurricular Activities
ISB offers extensive extracurricular programs, including:
- Athletics: Sports such as basketball, cross country, football, volleyball, field hockey, and track & field. Notably, ISB is one of the few international schools to offer American football.
- Arts: Music programs, theater productions, and art exhibitions.
- Cultural Events: The annual International Festival celebrates the diverse cultures represented within the school community.
Financial Overview
In the 2018-2019 academic year, ISB reported revenues of €54.17 million and expenses of €54.76 million, indicating a proactive approach to fundraising and financial management to maintain its facilities and programs.
Summer@ISB
ISB also offers a host of different Summer camps. Such as Basketball , Theatre and Soccer camp
References
- “Private PreK-12 School in Belgium: International School of Brussels.” Private PreK-12 School in Belgium | International School of Brussels, www.isb.be/.
- “Preparing Students for the Future of 70 years” https://www.isb.be/
Notes
- ^ "Brussels, Belgium: The International School of Brussels: 2023-2024 Fact Sheet". United States Department of State. Retrieved 31 December 2024.
- "ISB Leadership | International School of Brussels". www.isb.be. Retrieved 31 December 2024.
- "Our Legacy". ISB. Archived from the original on 19 January 2022.
- ^ "International School of Brussels".
- ^ Conlin, Jennifer. "International schools get serious on funds." International Herald Tribune at The New York Times. Monday October 16, 2006. Retrieved on January 4, 2014.
- "Our Campus". ISB.
- "ISB Tuition & Fees | International School of Brussels". www.isb.be. Retrieved 9 February 2024.
- "Our Faculty & Staff | International School of Brussels". www.isb.be. Retrieved 31 December 2024.
- "ISB Leadership | International School of Brussels". www.isb.be. Retrieved 31 December 2024.
- Godley, Rob (21 December 2024). "American Football". ISB.
- "ISB Arts | International School of Brussels". www.isb.be. Retrieved 31 December 2024.
- "This is ISB / 2019-2020 Annual Report". ISB.
- "Summer@ISB - International School of Brussels". www.isb.be. Retrieved 31 December 2024.
