Internationale Deutsche Schule Brüssel
iDSBSecular, Founded 1803
Updated July 2026
Curriculum
IB DiplomaAccreditations
Deutsche AuslandsschuleLanguages
English
French
German
SpanishThe International German School Brussels (iDSB) is an international school located in Wezembeek-Oppem that has provided education based on German curricula since 1803. It serves approximately 590 students from 30 nationalities, offering a comprehensive educational path from kindergarten through to secondary school graduation.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
The school is committed to the principles of identity, internationality, and integration, aiming to develop students into responsible, tolerant, and open-minded individuals. It emphasizes a family-like atmosphere where students are encouraged to think independently and develop their personalities. The pedagogical approach focuses on individual support and fostering social skills within a diverse, international community.
Programmes
The school offers a bilingual kindergarten and pre-school (German/English or German/French) for children aged 3 months to 6 years. The primary school (grades 1-4) follows a German-language curriculum with English or French instruction. The secondary level includes the Realschule (leading to Hauptschulabschluss or mittlere Schulabschluss), the Technical College (Fachoberschule) focusing on business and administration, and the Gymnasium (leading to the German International Abitur).
Outcomes
Graduates can earn the German International Abitur (DIAP), the Hauptschulabschluss, or the mittlere Schulabschluss. The school is a CertiLingua partner, allowing students to earn a label of excellence for multilingual and international competencies. Students also have the opportunity to prepare for the Cambridge English Certificates and the Dutch as a Foreign Language Certificate (CNaVT).
Student support
Learning support
The school provides a 'German as a Second/Foreign Language' (DaZ/DaF) programme to support students whose mother tongue is not German. A psychological-pedagogical service is available to assist students, and the school emphasizes inclusion as an opportunity. Catch-up courses in English and French are also offered to help students reach the required proficiency levels.
Frequently asked questions(7)
- What curriculum does Internationale Deutsche Schule Brüssel offer?
- Internationale Deutsche Schule Brüssel offers IB Diploma.
- How much is tuition at Internationale Deutsche Schule Brüssel?
- Annual tuition at Internationale Deutsche Schule Brüssel is €13.9K–€20.7K. Fees vary by year group — confirm the current schedule with the school.
- What ages does Internationale Deutsche Schule Brüssel teach?
- Internationale Deutsche Schule Brüssel enrolls students aged 0 to 18.
- Is Internationale Deutsche Schule Brüssel a day or boarding school?
- Internationale Deutsche Schule Brüssel is a day school.
- What accreditations does Internationale Deutsche Schule Brüssel hold?
- Internationale Deutsche Schule Brüssel holds accreditations including Deutsche Auslandsschule and IB.
- Is Internationale Deutsche Schule Brüssel co-educational?
- Internationale Deutsche Schule Brüssel is a co-ed school.
- Where is Internationale Deutsche Schule Brüssel located?
- Internationale Deutsche Schule Brüssel is an international school in Brussels, Belgium.
Tuition & fees
Annual tuition by grade
2025-2026| Grade | Ages | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Crèche | 0–3 | €20.7K |
| KiBi | 3–6 | €17.1K |
| KiBi+ (extended) | 3–6 | €19.3K |
| Primary School | 6–10 | €13.9K |
| Primary School+ (extended) | 6–10 | €15.8K |
| Secondary School | 10–18 | €15.3K |
| Secondary School (extended) up to grade 8 | 10–14 | €17.2K |
| Technical Secondary School (FOS) | 16–18 | €15.3K |
Source:PDFiDSB-tuition-fee-schedule-25-26-1.pdfPDFMensapreise-2025-26-inkl-OS-eng-1.pdfPDFFormular-51-EN-Application-for-reduction-of-school-fees-4_2025.pdfPDF2025-11-19_Terms-and-Condition-Online-Payment.pdf
Other fees(3)
| Enrolment fee· 1,000 € per student, 500 € from the third child. From school year 2026/27, increases to 1,500 € (750 € for the third child). | €1K |
|---|---|
| Meals· Mensa fees per half term: KiBi (100 € - 495 €), Primary School (125 € - 615 €), Secondary School Years 5-6 (130 € - 645 €) depending on days per week. Daily meal of the day: KiBi 5.20 €, GS 6.50 €, OS 6.80 €. | — |
| EAL· Language support (DaF/DaZ) costs 400 € (KiBi) or 600 € (Primary/Secondary) per weekly lesson per school half-year. Latin lessons cost 1,200 € per school half-year. | — |
Discounts
- Sibling discount: 25% - 45%
Admissions
The school welcomes applications throughout the year with no fixed deadlines. Prospective families are encouraged to contact the Welcome Office for individual consultations, school tours, or to arrange a taster day for their child. Registration is completed via an online portal, requiring documents such as birth certificates, parent passports, and previous school reports.
Calendar
The school operates a standard academic calendar and provides a dedicated holiday care programme for kindergarten children, which includes creative activities and excursions. The kindergarten care service is closed during the Christmas period and for three weeks during the summer holidays. Detailed information regarding term dates and holiday schedules is available on the school's website.
Facilities
About the campus
Located on extensive green grounds in Wezembeek-Oppem, the campus features dedicated buildings for the primary and secondary school branches. Facilities include a library, a bistro and cafeteria, and various sports areas. The school utilizes digital teaching tools, including tablets and digital whiteboards, to support modern learning.
Co-curriculars
The school offers an extensive 'School plus' programme that includes all-day activities in art, music, sports, and theater. Students participate in events such as the 'Jugend Musiziert' competition and the 'Model United Nations'. Additionally, the school promotes social engagement through partnerships with local charities and organizes events like the 'iDSB-Schoolympics'.
- Rolf LinseActing Headmaster
Rolf Linse has been headmaster of iDSB since August 2025. He joined the teaching staff in 2020, previously leading the middle school and serving as deputy headmaster. He teaches German, French, and Spanish, and has experience at schools in Germany, France, and the German International School of Silicon Valley.
- Thomas LeitheiserActing Deputy Head of School – Coordination of the Middle School (Grades 7-9)
Thomas Leitheiser has been deputy headmaster since the 2025/26 school year and coordinator for the middle school since 2024/25. He teaches German and English and has previous experience at schools in North Rhine-Westphalia and the German International School of Silicon Valley.
- Petra van den BeukelAdministrative management
Petra van den Beukel has been responsible for administrative management since 2018, having worked in the school's administration since 2004. She previously worked in marketing for large companies in Frankfurt am Main.
- Emanuel ImfeldHead of primary school
Emanuel Imfeld has been Head of Primary School since the 2024/25 school year, having previously served as deputy head since 2019. He has teaching experience in Switzerland, Germany, and South Africa, and management experience in a bilingual Montessori daycare.
- Marina FalconeDeputy head of primary school
Marina Falcone has been the deputy primary school principal since the 2024/25 school year. Since joining the iDSB in 2020, she has worked as a subject and class teacher and has experience in inclusion, digitalization, and teacher training.
- Sarah KlempinHead of the Bilingual Kindergarten with Preschool
Sarah Klempin took over as head of the Bilingual Kindergarten and Pre-school in April 2026. She has extensive international experience in early years education from roles in Istanbul, Riga, and Izmir, including as a kindergarten head at the German School in Izmir.
- Marion MontgomeryDeputy Head of the Bilingual Kindergarten with Preschool
Marion Montgomery has been at the school since 2006 and has served as deputy head of the bilingual kindergarten since June. She completed her teacher training in America and teaches the English part in the kindergarten group.
- Katharina ZettlCoordination of technical secondary school (FOS)
Katharina Zettl has been at the iDSB since 2020, teaching business and economics while leading the Fachoberschule (FOS). She has previous experience at a vocational school in Hamburg and as a certified learning coach and yoga teacher.
- Karoline KocherHead of Realschule
Karoline Kocher has been head of the Realschule since early 2017 and has been with the iDSB since 2015. She teaches chemistry, natural sciences, art, and performing arts, with over 15 years of prior teaching experience in Cologne.
- Maik OsterlandCoordinator of Upper School (Grades 10-12)
Maik Osterland has been working at the iDSB since September 2024 and serves as the head of the upper secondary school.
- Matthias VerdoodtCoordinator of Lower School (Grades 5-6)
Matthias Verdoodt has been a Dutch teacher at the iDSB since 2018 and has served as the coordinator for the lower school (grades 5-6) since September 2023.
- Annette FarcyAll-day coordinator
Annette Farcy has been responsible for all-day activities at the primary and secondary school since September 2024.