What Facilities and Extracurricular Activities Does St. John's International School Offer?

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St. John's International School in Waterloo, near Brussels, describes its offering as combining "premium facilities" with an "outstanding enrichment programme." The school's own materials highlight three main areas beyond the classroom: a top performing arts centre, competitive sports programmes, and a diverse range of extracurricular activities. These are presented as ways for students to explore their passions and express their talents, alongside the school's full International Baccalaureate curriculum.

Facilities

St. John's describes its campus as having "outstanding facilities" and "premium facilities." The specific facility named in the school's materials is a top performing arts centre, which supports students interested in drama, music, and performance.

The school positions these facilities as part of a broader enrichment programme rather than as standalone amenities. In its own words, the facilities and enrichment programme exist so that the school can "see your child as an individual and tailor their learning experience to their needs."

Extracurricular Activities

The school lists three categories of activity beyond academics:

  • Performing arts — supported by the performing arts centre, giving students a dedicated space for performance-based pursuits.
  • Competitive sports programmes — team and individual sport at a competitive level.
  • Diverse extracurricular activities — a broad range of options intended to let students explore their passions and express their unique talents.

The stated purpose of these activities is holistic: the school says it provides "a holistic, rigorous and personalised education, designed to prepare learners for entry to top universities around the world and remarkable success as global citizens beyond the classroom."

How This Fits the School's Overall Approach

St. John's frames facilities and extracurriculars as part of a single package with its academic programme. The school:

  • Has operated since 1964 and describes itself as having over 60 years of academic experience.
  • Offers the full International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum path, which it says makes it one of the only schools in Brussels to do so.
  • Reported a 2025 IBDP average of 36 points, a top score of 43, and 40% of students scoring 38 points or above.
  • Emphasises a "joyful and inclusive atmosphere" and a "nurturing international community" where teachers know each student personally.

The enrichment programme is presented as complementary to that academic focus, not separate from it.

Seeing the Facilities and Activities for Yourself

Because the school's public description names the performing arts centre, sports programmes, and extracurriculars but does not list every individual activity or facility, the practical way to evaluate fit is to visit. St. John's offers three contact routes on its site:

  • Get in Touch — for direct questions about specific activities or facilities.
  • Book a Tour — to see the campus and facilities in person.
  • Discovery Days — scheduled visit events.

If your child has a specific interest — a particular sport, instrument, or arts discipline — ask about it directly through one of these routes rather than assuming it is offered, since the school's materials describe categories rather than an exhaustive list.