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Strengths Sport, Languages, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Academic and Intellectual, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Preschool, Primary School
Introduction
SVS Szczecin Vitruvian School offers the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme for students aged 3 to 12. Located in Szczecin, the campus comprises two buildings at Mickiewicza Street 49 and 51, spanning 1,700 m2 with adjacent green areas and free parking. Class sizes are capped at 18, enabling close teacher attention. The facilities include a full-size gym and multimedia classrooms equipped with interactive whiteboards and projectors. The program emphasizes inquiry-based learning across six cross-disciplinary themes, guiding students toward independence within an IB framework; the school is pursuing PYP candidate status with formal accreditation to follow. English-language support is provided by a native-speaking teacher, and students benefit from theatre, art and sports clubs, field trips to theatres, museums and cinemas and nature tours, and access to a psychologist and specialist staff. The mission emphasizes respect for cultural diversity while preserving national identities.
Szczecin Vitruvian School has 142 pupils, typical class sizes of 18, instruction in English, Polish.
Location
Aleja Wojska Polskiego 164, 71-335 Szczecin, Poland.
Stages
Primary and secondary education; includes a private primary school (SVS) and a private high school (Leonardo SVS) offering the IB Diploma Programme.
Type
Private school
Country affiliation
Poland
Bus service
Accessible by public transport; tram lines 1 and 9 serve the area near Aleja Wojska Polskiego 164.
Fees
Annual tuition at Szczecin Vitruvian School ranges from PLN 12,000 to PLN 17,800 for 2026/27.
Application fees
- A one-time, non-refundable entry (wpisowe) is required for enrollment. Students continuing from the school's kindergarten are exempt from the entry fee. - For the upper school (Prywatne Liceum Leonardo SVS) the one-time entry fee is PLN 1,000.
Tuition fees by year group (regular monthly and annual totals)
- Integrated class 0–3 (standard Polish-track class): PLN 1,100 per month — annual total: PLN 13,200 (PLN 1,100 × 12). - Integrated class 4–8 (standard Polish-track class): PLN 1,400 per month — annual total: PLN 16,800 (PLN 1,400 × 12). - English class 0–3 (IB/English-track): PLN 2,400 per month — annual total: PLN 28,800 (PLN 2,400 × 12). - English class 4–8 (IB/English-track): PLN 2,800 per month — annual total: PLN 33,600 (PLN 2,800 × 12). - Upper school (Leonardo SVS) example rates previously published: general class tuition PLN 1,000 per month and international-matura preparatory class PLN 1,400 per month (tuition paid through 12 monthly instalments in the example shown).
Per-term (per-semester) presentation
- The academic year is administered in standard school semesters (autumn/spring). For practical budgeting, the per-semester amount equals half the annual total shown above: e.g., Integrated class 0–3 — PLN 6,600 per semester; Integrated class 4–8 — PLN 8,400 per semester; English class 0–3 — PLN 14,400 per semester; English class 4–8 — PLN 16,800 per semester. (These per-semester figures are the annual totals divided by two.)
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition for primary/elementary and English-track classes is invoiced as monthly payments and is payable over a 12-month schedule (tuition is payable monthly for a period of 12 months). A discount is offered for payment of the full year in advance. - For specific year groups there are alternative instalment patterns noted in school regulations: parents of pupils in class VIII are required to settle tuition in 10 instalments (September–June). Late payments incur statutory interest; the school may, on request, agree a postponed payment date but interest applies for the postponement period. In the event of a change in tuition levels, parents are given one month's notice.
Boarding fees
- No boarding or residential fees are listed. SVS operates as a day-school model for the offered stages; no boarding service or boarding fee schedule is published.
Other costs and additional fees
- Separate additional costs that are charged on top of tuition include: lunches (school meals), workshops and extracurricular workshops, excursions and organized trips (including "green/white school" multi-day trips), and student insurance (collective insurance paid by parents). Participation in profile/additional classes or out-of-program activities is chargeable separately. - Uniform costs are not listed among the published line items; uniform or clothing costs are not specified in the published fee schedule.
Refund and cancellation policy
- Entry fees and tuition for a commenced month are non-refundable in the event of withdrawal or removal from the school. Outstanding unpaid amounts remain due and will be pursued. The school's regulations explicitly state that the entry fee (wpisowe) and tuition for the month in which a pupil's education is terminated are not refundable.
Fee payment options and administrative notes
- The published materials specify the billing schedule and instalment arrangements but do not itemize the accepted payment channels (credit card, online payment, or bank-transfer details) in the public fee list. Late-payment interest is charged at the statutory rate; the school may approve payment-date changes on request. For the upper school (Leonardo SVS) monthly-payment examples and the one-time wpisowe amount are published in recruitment information.
Academics
Szczecin Vitruvian School teaches IB (PYP) for students aged 3 to 12.
Curriculum
The school offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) programme. SVS Szczecin Vitruvian School fulfills the promise contained in its name, namely it guarantees students an ideal environment for their development. SVS philosophy is education in the spirit of respect for culture and diversity of other people, while preserving their national identity. We stimulate curiosity, creativity and sensitivity to others, and provide a climate of respect and kindness, a safe and supportive teaching environment, with openness to world progress and educational innovations. Enrollment is ongoing throughout the year.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Extracurricular activities develop social and emotional competencies. A range of activities supports social and emotional development. The school describes a safe and supportive teaching environment that fosters independence and collaboration. The approach emphasizes curiosity, creativity and sensitivity to others, contributing to students' social and emotional growth.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Speech therapy is available for speech defects and unfinished speech development, and a pedagogue provides corrective and compensatory classes. Psychological services are available, and the school offers a range of specialized therapies, including neurologopedic therapy, sensory integration therapy, Johansen's hearing therapy, reflexology therapy, and sociotherapy. Classes are small, with no more than 18 students per class, and some classes may be divided into smaller groups to support individualized attention. Teaching methods adapt to psycho-physical, emotional and sensory preferences to help each student feel safe and supported.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
80% of educational activities are conducted in English; the remaining 20% covers Polish education and related content such as history and geography, and elements of mathematics. In the initial stages, pupils may respond in Polish or their mother tongue, but they are expected to understand, speak fluently and write freely in English as they progress. School walls and classrooms are decorated with pupils' work to support natural acquisition of English, and assistants from around the world help students use English as a tool for intercultural communication.
Mental Wellbeing
The school provides a safe and supportive learning environment and uses the Good Start method and modern information technologies to support learning. Teaching is tailored to psycho-physical, emotional and sensory preferences to support well-being. Extracurricular activities promote the development of social and emotional competencies, and progress is communicated to parents through descriptive evaluations.
Safeguarding
Safety is a priority; the school ensures children feel safe in school and engaged in learning. Access to a speech therapist, a pedagogue and psychological services supports student safeguarding, with a range of therapies available to address individual needs.
Admissions
Admissions
Registration is ongoing throughout the year.
FAQs
What curriculum does Szczecin Vitruvian School follow?
Szczecin Vitruvian School offers an International Baccalaureate programme. The school offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) programme. SVS Szczecin Vitruvian School fulfills the promise contained in its name, namely it guarantees students an ideal environment for their...
Where is Szczecin Vitruvian School located?
Aleja Wojska Polskiego 164, 71-335 Szczecin, Poland.
What age range does the school serve?
Szczecin Vitruvian School serves students from age 3 to 12, covering Primary and secondary education; includes a private primary school (SVS) and a private high school (Leonardo SVS) offering the IB Diploma Programme..
How many students attend Szczecin Vitruvian School?
Approximately 142 students are enrolled at Szczecin Vitruvian School.
What are the tuition fees?
Annual tuition ranges from PHP 12,000 to PHP 17,800 depending on year group.
Is the school co-educational?
Szczecin Vitruvian School is co-educational.
When was Szczecin Vitruvian School founded?
Szczecin Vitruvian School was founded in 2009. SVS Szczecin Vitruvian School fulfills the promise of its name by guaranteeing students an ideal environment for their development. SVS philosophy is education in the spirit of respect for culture and...
What languages are taught at the school?
Foreign language classes include English and German. English is used for the majority of instructional activities, with 80% of educational activities conducted in English.
What facilities does the school offer?
SVS School is located in two buildings in the center of Szczecin at Mickiewicza Street 49 and 51, with adjacent green areas. The campus spans 1,700 m2 and provides free parking and a full-size gym. School facilities guarantee safety and comfort for children. All classrooms are spacious and bright an
Does Szczecin Vitruvian School offer special educational needs support?
Speech therapy is available for speech defects and unfinished speech development, and a pedagogue provides corrective and compensatory classes. Psychological services are available, and the school offers a range of specialized therapies, including neurologopedic therapy, sensory integration therapy,...
What is the admissions process?
Registration is ongoing throughout the year. Caregivers interested in enrolling should email szkola@svs.edu.pl, providing the child's name, date of birth and a contact phone number.
What extracurricular activities are available?
The SVS Vitruvian School provides comprehensive education from pre-school to high school. It offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) programme. The SVS philosophy emphasizes curiosity, creativity and independence in a safe, respectful learning environment, with openness to world progress and edu
Does Szczecin Vitruvian School offer a bus service?
Accessible by public transport; tram lines 1 and 9 serve the area near Aleja Wojska Polskiego 164.
Who is the head of school?
The head of school at Szczecin Vitruvian School is Beata Giebas.
