Ecole Internationale Le Verseau-ELCE

What Ecole Internationale Le Verseau-ELCE does

Ecole Internationale Le Verseau-ELCE is a private, non-profit international school founded in September 1969 in Bierges, Belgium, operating two campuses (Bierges and Gosselies) under a single legal entity following a 1996 merger with Ecole Libre de Coiffure et d'Esthétique. The school delivers kindergarten (from age 2.5), primary, and secondary education through small class sizes capped at 18-22 pupils, with secondary instruction leading to the Belgian CESS diploma. Its core academic product is differentiated by an integrated English-language curriculum delivered in partnership with VSAL (Verseau Sports, Arts & Langues), complemented by add-on programs including Model European Parliament, Model United Nations (THIMUN), the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award, a Mini-Enterprise program, and Verseau Futures university-preparation coaching. Supporting ecosystem partners include Les Amis du Verseau, APPA, PromoSport, and Pôle Hedera, alongside regulatory designations such as FELSI membership, Erasmus+ accreditation, and EPAS Expert School status.

Revenue is generated exclusively through recurring tuition and ancillary fees (after-school care at €2/hour, meals at €1-€7) administered via the APSchool (APKiosk) portal. The customer base is composed of individual families spanning Belgian and expatriate populations across 50+ nationalities, with no enterprise or institutional buyers. Distribution is direct-to-consumer through an appointment-based open-day and information-meeting funnel, supplemented by community referrals and a bilingual (French/English) website; secondary first-year enrollment participates in the Fédération Wallonie-Bruxelles 'Décret Inscription' system. The school is led by Head Teacher Helen Brown with section heads Helen Bracegirdle-Brown (Secondary) and Valerie Leva (Kindergarten and Primary), operates with 64 employees, and holds no patents, app products, or public APIs.

Name

Ecole Internationale Le Verseau-ELCE

Legal name

Ecole Internationale Le Verseau

Website

https://eiverseau.be

Company type

Private

Founded year

1969

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Ecole Internationale Le Verseau-ELCE is a private non-profit international school in Bierges and Gosselies, Belgium, founded in 1969 and serving kindergarten, primary, and secondary pupils (ages 2.5-18) from over 50 nationalities with small classes and an integrated English curriculum.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

International K-12 Education

NAICS

Educational Services (611), All Other Schools and Instruction (61169)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Comprehensive ECE Curriculum Frameworks (Birth–5) (EDACAJAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Domain-Specific Curriculum (Literacy, Numeracy, Science, SEL, Motor, Arts) (EDACAJAB), Language Development & ESL/Multilingual Learner Materials (Dual-Language, ELL) (EDACAJAI), In-Service Professional Development (Workshops/Institutes/Short Courses) (EDACAIAB)

Keywords

• International K-12 education
• Bilingual primary school
• Secondary CESS diploma
• English language immersion
• Kindergarten early childhood

Headquarters

HQ city

Bierges

HQ country

Belgium

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition and School Fees: The school generates revenue through tuition fees charged to families for educational services across kindergarten, primary, and secondary sections. Fees cover educational programs, extracurricular activities, and supplementary services like after-school care and meals.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Ecole Internationale Le Verseau-ELCE is a private international school operating Kindergarten (from age 2.5), Primary (P1-P6), and Secondary (1st-6th Year) sections across two campuses in Bierges and Gosselies, Belgium. Its core offering is a bilingual French-English education leading to the Belgian CESS diploma, complemented by enhanced English instruction through the VSAL partnership, Cambridge certification, Model European Parliament, Model United Nations, Duke of Edinburgh's International Award, and the Mini-Enterprise entrepreneurship programme.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Kindergarten Section Early childhood education programme for children from age 2.5, featuring vertical classes (Accueil/M1 and M2/M3), English workshops, music, body awareness activities, physical education, and swimming lessons starting from M3.
• Primary Section Elementary education programme (P1-P6) with small class sizes (18-22 students), active teaching methods, individualized learning, early language workshops, ethics and citizenship education, music, arts, and physical education including swimming.
• Secondary Section General secondary education programme (1st-6th Year) preparing students for the CESS diploma, with 4 classes per year of maximum 22 students each, offering academic rigour alongside personal development and extra-curricular activities.
• ELCE Gosselies (Technical and Vocational Secondary) Secondary technical and vocational school site in Gosselies, part of the same legal entity as the main Bierges campus, offering Hairdressing and Beautician programmes.
• After-School Care Service

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% of 20 students passed Cambridge English O Level in 2024, with 10 achieving top grades (A or A*)
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• Les Amis du VerseaucoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNot-for-profit association established with the sole purpose of supporting and enriching the educational experience of students at Ecole Internationale Le Verseau. Has funded the development of over 10,000 children. Supports English curriculum donations for Kindergarten and Primary students, as well as Mini-Enterprise Programme coordination.
• VSAL (Verseau Sports, Arts & Langues)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndependent not-for-profit organization (a.s.b.l.) providing small-group English lessons led by native English-speaking teachers. Coordinates the Enhanced English Programme (V+) with dedicated curriculum supporting steady progress and building strong foundations in English. Manages the 'Tolkien' English library and provides Cambridge examination preparation.
• Erasmus+coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEuropean Union funded accreditation enabling the secondary school to organize short- and long-term exchange and mobility activities (between one week and six months) for students and staff. Facilitates 3-6 month mobility programs with host families in Czech Republic, Slovakia, Poland, Turkey, France, Spain, Italy, and Iceland.
• AFSmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational exchange organization that helps organize 3-6 month student mobility programs. Students in Years 4 and 5 are selected to live with host families and study at schools in other European countries.
• PromoSportminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNon-profit association offering sporting, fun and aquatic activities in provinces of Brabant Wallon, Brussels, Hainaut, Liège and Namur. Recognized and approved by ONE. Provides after-school sports activities for students.
• APPA (Parents' Association)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAssociation of Parents with the sole objective of contributing to the harmonious development of the Verseau community by bringing members together and fostering relationships. Organizes events and supports school activities.
• Pôle Hedera (Don Bosco Hedera)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTerritorial pole for school inclusion working with Le Verseau Secondary on inclusion for children with special needs. Provides information, tools, and resources for parents, students, teachers, and school management.
• LJE (Les Jeunes Entreprises)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOrganization that coordinates the Mini-Enterprise programme at national level. Le Verseau students regularly win awards in this competition at both national and European levels.
• Cambridge UniversitymajorTechnology or IntegrationInternational examination board providing language certification. Students can sit internationally recognized English language examinations appropriate to their level, including Cambridge English O Level.
• Afnorth International SchoolminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOrganizer of the Model European Parliament conference held in The Netherlands. Le Verseau students participate annually in this government simulation program.
• THIMUN (The Hague International Model United Nations)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe first, largest and most prestigious MUN conference for high school students in the world. Le Verseau has been participating since 2006 and is one of few delegations selected to participate each year.
• European Parliament Ambassador School ProgrammecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Secondary section is recognized as an Expert School as part of the European Parliament Ambassador School Programme. Aims to increase students' awareness of European parliamentary democracy, the role of the European Parliament, and European values.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Strengths2 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/Ecole-Internationale-Le-Verseau-104752955204679
• Instagraminstagram.com/leverseau_school
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/ecole-internationale-le-verseau-elce

Compliance4 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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