European School of Mol

The school is defined by its multilingual and multicultural character, aiming to provide an education that prepares students for an interconnected world. It emphasizes the development of linguistic skills and cultural awareness, fostering an environment where students from diverse nationalities learn and grow together. The school promotes a digital learning environment, integrating technology into the curriculum to develop students' digital skills.

The school offers a three-year Nursery curriculum for ages 3 to 6, a five-year Primary curriculum for ages 6 to 11, and a seven-year Secondary curriculum for ages 11 to 18. The academic programme is multilingual, with all Primary pupils studying a second language from Year 1, and Secondary students studying three languages from Year 1. Digital literacy is integrated into the curriculum, with students utilizing ICT resources and Office 365 accounts.

Secondary education concludes with the European Baccalaureate examinations at the end of Year 7. This certificate is fully recognized in all European Union countries as well as several others, providing a foundation for higher education and professional success. Alumni report that the school's multilingual and multicultural environment significantly influenced their personal and professional development.

The school provides a medical service that monitors vaccinations and conducts general medical examinations for students at specific stages in the Nursery, Primary, and Secondary cycles. A school nurse is available during school hours to provide medical assistance. Additionally, the school offers student guidance and support structures within the Primary and Secondary sections to assist with pupil wellbeing and academic progress.

The school prioritizes admission for children of European Institution staff (Category I), followed by those covered by individual agreements (Category II), and finally other applicants (Category III). Prospective families are required to submit previous school reports to determine the appropriate year group, and the school encourages applicants to select the language section corresponding to their mother tongue. Interested families may visit during Open Days or by appointment, and the school provides a brochure and contact form for further inquiries.

The school operates on a standard academic year, with the school day typically running during standard business hours. While the school does not offer a boarding house on-site, it cooperates with external boarding facilities in Turnhout and Leopoldsburg that provide transportation to and from the campus. After-school care is available on campus for Nursery and Primary pupils every school day.

The school is situated on a 20-hectare green campus in a forest setting, featuring three indoor sports halls, a 25-metre indoor swimming pool, and outdoor sports fields. Campus facilities include two libraries, a school restaurant managed by an external partner, a medical service, and a multifunctional 'Domus' building used for conferences and student study. Security is maintained via 24-hour surveillance, and the site includes a dedicated play forest for younger students and a crèche for children aged 0 to 3.

The Parents' Association organizes an After-school Care Centre (Garderie) that offers various optional activities on Monday and Friday afternoons. Students also participate in projects and trips, and the school provides opportunities to obtain additional language qualifications, including the DELF (French), DELE (Spanish), and Cambridge English certificates. Weekly sports lessons feature activities such as track and field, football, and tennis.