European School Luxembourg I

The European School Luxembourg I, 23 Boulevard Konrad Adenauer, L-1115 Luxembourg, located in Kirchberg, Luxembourg City. Bus transport for pupils from outside the city is organized by the City of Luxembourg and the ATSEE transport association. Parking areas are available on site.

Three cycles: nursery, primary and secondary.

European School, Schola Europaea Luxembourg I, offering nursery, primary and secondary education.

Educational support is provided with General, Moderate and Intensive levels, coordinated by the Team Educational Support.

Affiliated with the European Schools (Schola Europaea) network.

Nursery: building open from 8:15; 8:30–16:00 on Mondays and 8:30–12:50 Tue–Fri (lunch 12:00–13:00 on Mondays). Primary: building open from 8:10; P1–P2 8:30–15:30/16:00, P3–P5 8:25–16:00; Lunchtimes vary (Mon/Wed 12:00–13:00; others 13:15–14:15). Secondary: timetable as of September 2025; building open from 7:50; lessons 8:20–16:00 with lunch breaks 11:50–14:20; first bell 8:15.

Bus transport is provided by the City of Luxembourg (VDL) and by ATSEE for pupils outside the city limits.

European School Luxembourg I follows the European Schools curriculum across Nursery, Primary and Secondary, culminating in the European Baccalaureate. In Nursery and Primary there are approximately 350 Kindergarten pupils and 1,250 in Primary, taught by about 150 teachers and 20 assistants. There are ten language sections in Nursery and Primary: German, English, French, Spanish, Dutch, Portuguese, Swedish, Finnish, Lithuanian and Polish. In Secondary there are almost 1,900 pupils taught by about 190 teachers and around 30 assistants, with ten language sections: German, English, French, Spanish, Dutch, Portuguese, Swedish, Finnish, Polish and Lithuanian. The school administers the European Baccalaureate and publishes BAC results; the European Baccalaureate Handbook and examination calendars are accessible on the site. Educational Support includes provisions for gifted pupils, including enrichment or challenge measures.

European Baccalaureate results are published on the site via a BAC Results document (Bac-results-ESL1.pdf). The European Baccalaureate Handbook and examination calendars are accessible on the site. The school provides information on part examinations and BAC examinations as part of the European Baccalaureate process.

Educational Support includes provisions for gifted pupils, including enrichment or challenge measures; the system supports giftedness within its inclusive education framework.

Pastoral care is provided to all pupils. Wellbeing in school is taught as a dedicated subject in Nursery and Primary with weekly units. KiVa is an anti-bullying program operating in the school with universal lessons and indicated actions. Social and psychological services are available to support students, including a counselling team for the secondary school. A medical service is available on site to support pupil wellbeing.

European School Luxembourg I uses a whole-school approach to special educational needs. Three types of educational support are offered: general, moderate, and intensive, with strict regulations for intensive support. The SUPCO (Support Coordinator) coordinates with the relevant section and teachers to create learning plans. Support is provided in partnership with parents/guardians to maximise inclusion. The aim is for every student to reach full potential in an inclusive environment.

There are 10 language sections, including English and French. SWALS (Students Without Language Section) are available in Bulgarian, Estonian, and Latvian. First language L1 and Second language L2 provisions exist for Nursery and Primary. The school follows a multilingual, multicultural education approach as outlined in its mission. Educational support and a Team Educational Support coordinate language development and inclusion.

Wellbeing in school is taught as a dedicated subject for Nursery and Primary. The secondary school has a counselling team and access to social and psychological services. A medical service is available on site to support wellbeing. Pastoral care procedures address safeguarding and wellbeing. KiVa anti-bullying program supports a safe, supportive school climate.

Procedures to follow in case of pupils in danger are in place. The procedures cover awareness or assumption of danger, and harassment, intimidation, extortion, and violence. Forms are available in German, English and French. The principal educational adviser for the secondary school and the deputy head for the primary school ensure follow-up. A medical service supports safeguarding in emergencies.

Enrolment is organised annually for European School Luxembourg I. For 2026-2027, the Enrolment Period runs from 2 March to 27 March 2026. Rules on admission to and operation for the European Schools of Luxembourg 2026-2027 exist; each of the two Luxembourg European Schools organises its admissions independently and gives priority to undersubscribed language sections; admission is decided on a case-by-case basis. Application forms for admission for categories I, II and III will be published; for 2026-2027 the documents will be published at the end of February 2026. Language-section routes: BG, ES, ET, FI, LT, LV, NL, PL, PT, SV should be sent to European School Luxembourg I; DE, EN and FR sections may be sent to either Luxembourg European School, with analysis by the two Schools. Documents to attach to the enrolment file include two passport photos; a birth certificate; school reports (and interim reports as applicable); custody documents if relevant; attestation from employer; certificate of residence; the Medical Service form and vaccination record; and documentation for any required educational support. A School Medical Questionnaire is provided and information about fees is available in the memorandum for parents.

Financial assistance from the CAS (Comité des Activités Sociales) supports families of pupils at the European School Luxembourg I. The CAS provides an annual budget to fund assistance for school trips and educational projects approved by the director, with the school acting as fiduciary and assistance being deducted from trip invoices. Eligibility includes household income below a defined threshold, proven financial difficulties, lack of other full coverage, and no outstanding debts to the school. The amount of aid depends on net disposable income and family size, ranging from a minimum of EUR 150 plus up to a share of trip costs (up to 50% for one child, up to 62.5% for two children, up to 83.5% for three or more children). Applications must be submitted between 15 January and 15 March for trips and travel projects; required documents include a signed application, household composition, the last three payslips for each parent, proof of child benefit, unemployment certificate if applicable, custody documentation, and any relevant educational documentation. Processing is conducted by the school's accounting department and final decisions are made by the Director; if the budget is exceeded grants are prorated and there is no administrative appeal.