School spotlight: International School of Brussels

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Snapshot: International School of Brussels

Year founded: 1951
Public or private: Private school
Profit/Not for profit: Not for profit
Governing body: Board of Trustees
Campus size: 16.00
Day or boarding: Day
Segregation type: Co-Educational
Religious affiliation: None
Curriculum: IB DP, International
Instructional language: English
Alternate instructional language: None
Start grade: Nursery
End grade: 12

About: International School of Brussels

Founded in 1951, International School of Brussels is a private, not-for-profit co-educational day school, educating students from Nursery through to Grade 12 in IB DP and International curriculum.

Accredited with Council of International Schools (CIS) and Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (MSACS), ISB is proud to be one of the top international schools in Brussels. With a community of 1350 students aged 3-18 from 70 countries, ISB is a learning community driven by a powerful mission of creating international citizens and independent learners in an environment in which everyone is included, challenged, and successful.

ISB seeks faculty and staff who are committed to seeing each of its students succeed and are focused on building a team of teachers, leaders and administrative professionals who bring passion and professionalism each day to their work.

Ethos: International School of Brussels

International School of Brussels is where opportunity and interest intersect. Students come to ISB school from around the globe – with different interests and strengths – all to embark on a journey that lasts a lifetime. ISB believes that students are not defined by just one thing, but by all of their interests and ideas combined.

ISB challenges its students to be independent learners, empowering them to become articulate communicators, curious scientists, and creative artists. More than a mission statement, this is reinforced in IBS’s curriculum as early as Kindergarten. ISB understands that students learn best when they have ownership of their learning. By the time ISB students reach upper school they are true advocates for their own learning, making independent choices while being fully supported on their journey.

From the classroom, to the fields, to the theatre and music halls – ISB students reach their potential by exploring and discovering all of their interests in new and exciting ways that will forever change their futures, preparing them for a happy, successful, and socially responsible life at and beyond school.

Location: International School of Brussels

International School of Brussels offers state-of-the art facilities located on a unique 40-acre campus surrounded by forest.

Located in an oasis of natural beauty, ISB is also perfectly situated to take advantage of all Brussels has to offer by its proximity to the centre.

As the capital of Belgium and the administrative center of the European Union, Brussels is a multicultural city that attracts people from all over the world. The city offers a rich history and culture, with numerous museums, art galleries, and architectural landmarks, as well as delicious Belgian cuisine, including waffles, chocolate, and beer. Additionally, Brussels is well-connected by public transportation, making it easy to explore the city and surrounding areas.

Benefits: International School of Brussels

Number of Contract Days: 177 teaching days; 4 professional development days held on campus.
Taxes: Average of 40% and personal social security charges of 13.07%.
Accommodation: ISB only provides accommodation for interns. However, a monthly non-taxable home office allowance is paid to faculty.
Retirement: Supplementary pension scheme, defined contribution type, 5% of gross salary increasing to 10% after three years.
Flights/Transport: Inbound flight for new hires and their dependents from point of origin at the start of the contract as well as the outbound flight at the end of the contract.
Utilities: ISB does not cover the cost of utilities, other than an internet connection at home.
Moving allowance: 2500€ for international moves; 2100€ for moves within the EU An additional amount of 420€ is accorded per dependent. The removal is billed directly to ISB to avoid teachers having to fund the cost if they accept the ISB recommended supplier.
Dependent opportunities: Free tuition for children of foreign-hire faculty and staff.
Medical: Extended medical coverage that includes hospitalization coverage, and supplementary medical/optical/dental insurance beyond the generous Belgian State system. Hospitalization insurance is extended to spouse and children.
Disability: 70% of income to retirement age in case of a serious accident or illness.
Commuting allowance: An annual public transport subscription

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