Most of them

All children that join our school with no or limited knowledge of English will receive English as an Additional Language (EAL) to accelerate their English development and allow them to fully access the curriculum.
During their first 6 weeks at BEPS, the beginners participate in the EAL "Fun Club" and receive daily a "Survival English" lesson to help them settle into our English speaking environment.
After this period, and according to the child's level, the Learning Support team and Class Teacher will recommend the appropriate number of EAL sessions for the rest of the year. Parents will be informed before the sessions begin and will receive feedback on progress at the end of each term. The number of EAL sessions is reviewed on a termly basis.

French

18

15

Yes. We have teaching assistants in our Toddlers, Pre-School and Reception groups.

At BEPS we regard technology as an integral part of students’ learning. From Reception upwards, the children visit the Computer room once a week (in half class-sized groups). Here they develop their skills at their own level. When appropriate the children also have the opportunity to use our bank of Chromebooks and iPads in their classroom.

Yes. Online learning was implemented for all year levels during the COVID-19 quarantines. Platforms: SeeSaw for Early Years, Lower School and Year 3, Google classroom for Upper School, Google Classroom and ManageBac for Secondary, ManageBac for parents. These are used alongside the established email procedures.

No

N/A

Yes. At BEPS we believe homework is important. However, it also needs to be balanced as children need time to play and engage in other activities, either at home or in the local community. Apart from reading, no homework is given during the weekend or the holidays.

It is different for every year group.

Yes

When a child needs support that can't be provided through differentiated lessons in the classroom, or following the diagnosis of a specific learning need, they can receive Special Educational Needs (SEN) support. In consultation with the classroom teacher and according to the child's level, the Learning Support team will recommend the appropriate number of sessions. Parents will be informed before the sessions begin. This support will be reviewed on a termly basis.

N/A

BEPS runs a waiting list when classes are full

Ongoing admissions during the school year

Yes

9.00

15.30 - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday; 12.30 - Wednesday

Yes

Yes

Yes

No. They all have to wear a PE kit for their PE lessons

PE lessons, Swimming lessons

Media centre, Science Lab, Maker Space, Mindfulness Space

Since 1972 BEPS International School has served the International Community of Brussels by providing quality education for children aged 2½ to 18. It is located in one of the most beautiful areas of Brussels, surrounded by the green of the Bois de La Cambre.
During their time at BEPS, children are provided with exciting learning opportunities to ensure that they reach their full potential not only academically, but also emotionally, socially and personally.
The school’s unique approach to teaching and learning and its development of international mindedness has been so successful that, as of September 2018, BEPS had expanded with a new Secondary branch.

BEPS International School is committed to providing high-quality education and developing a love of learning in our children. They are encouraged to become confident, independent learners and global citizens. Our friendly and welcoming community offers a safe, caring and stimulating environment, in which pupils are challenged to reach their full potential.
At BEPS, we want our children to engage in learning relevant to the 21st Century and beyond. They need to be able to thrive in today's world where learning is expanding and change is constant, and in tomorrow's world too. Therefore, teachers will facilitate their learning using up to date practices based on the latest research in education and neurosciences. Teachers design brain friendly learning and develop the children's ability to articulate on their learning using relevant assessment practices.