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The International School Warsaw

Poland, Warsaw

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Polish, English
Fees PLN 31,890 - 42,690
Ages 5 - 14 years
Pupil numbers 166
Type Co-educational
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum
Taught languages English, Polish, French, German, Spanish
Typical class size 18
Strengths Languages, Academic Enrichment, Performing Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School
Introduction

The International School Warsaw is a private international day school delivering a multilingual curriculum for ages 5–14 across two Warsaw campuses. Grades 0–3 study at the Działkowa Street campus and grades 4–8 at Jagielska Street, both near Kabacki Forest. The school runs a bilingual program that combines Poland's core curriculum with a Canadian program validated by international standards, taught in five languages: English, Polish, French, German and Spanish. English is taught through full immersion to support bilingualism; Polish is taught by qualified teachers and English-speaking staff contribute to language development. The Canadian program emphasizes project-based learning, communication, information management and debate, with CEFR-aligned instruction and preparation for international exams. A double primary school diploma is awarded, recognized in Poland, the USA and Canada. Facilities include modern classrooms, a sports hall, computer lab, art room, international library and 3D printers, with parallel age-appropriate spaces and a focus on hands-on learning for students.

Jagielska 2, 02-886 Warszawa, Poland

The Essentials

The International School Warsaw has 166 pupils, typical class sizes of 18, instruction in Polish, English.

Location

The International School is located in Warsaw, Poland. The Jagielska Street campus serves grades 4-8 at ul. Jagielska 2, 02-886 Warszawa; the Działkowa Street campus serves grades 0-3 at ul. Działkowa 34, 05-509 Józefosław.

Stages

Two campuses: grades 0-3 on Działkowa Street and grades 4-8 on Jagielska Street.

Type

Private international day school.

Additional learning support

Small classes (maximum 18 students) with an individualized program; each class has three permanent teachers: an early childhood teacher, a teacher assistant, and a Canadian teacher.

Country affiliation

Poland and Canada.

School day structure

Działkowa campus (grades 0-3) operates 8:00-16:00 with morning duty 7:50-8:40 and afternoon duty 15:30-17:30; Jagielska campus (grades 4-8) operates 8:00-16:00 with morning duty 7:50-8:40 and afternoon duty 15:30-17:00.

Bus service

The school offers transportation with option for one-way or return travel.

Fees

Annual tuition at The International School Warsaw ranges from PLN 31,890 to PLN 42,690 for 2026/27.

Application / Enrollment fee
- Enrollment (one-time) fee: 3,500 PLN (charged once on admission for grades 0–8).

Reservation / application deposits
- For some earlier years a reservation fee applied for Grade 1 and was non‑refundable; parents should note that reservation/deposit arrangements may exist and are billed separately when used. (Example: reservation fee 2,500 PLN for Grade 1 in the 2021/22 schedule, non‑refundable and credited toward the first tuition installment).

Tuition fees by year group (installment amount and annual total)
- Grade 0: 3,500 PLN per installment, paid in 10 installments — annual total 35,000 PLN.
- Grade 1: 3,150 PLN per installment, paid in 10 installments — annual total 31,500 PLN.
- Grade 2: 3,025 PLN per installment, paid in 10 installments — annual total 30,250 PLN.
- Grade 3: 3,025 PLN per installment, paid in 10 installments — annual total 30,250 PLN.
- Grade 4: 2,520 PLN per installment, paid in 10 installments — annual total 25,200 PLN.
- Grade 5: 2,520 PLN per installment, paid in 10 installments — annual total 25,200 PLN.
- Grade 6: 3,025 PLN per installment, paid in 10 installments — annual total 30,250 PLN.
- Grade 7: 2,630 PLN per installment, paid in 10 installments — annual total 26,300 PLN.
- Grade 8: two payment options that result in the same annual amount:
- Option I: 3,156 PLN per installment, paid in 10 installments — annual total 31,560 PLN.
- Option II: 2,630 PLN per installment, paid in 12 installments — annual total 31,560 PLN.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition is billed in either 10 or 12 installments depending on the grade; the schedule for each grade is specified above (examples: grades paid in 10 installments for many grades; some grades offer 12). Installment frequency and number define the per‑installment amount and annual total.
- Certain items are charged as one‑time payments (see "Other costs"). In some years a reservation fee (applied e.g. to Grade 1) was non‑refundable and counted toward the first tuition installment.

Boarding fees
- Boarding is not applicable; The International School operates as a day primary school (grades 0–8) and does not publish boarding or residential accommodation fees.

Other costs and recurring additional charges
- Field trips / program trips: 500 PLN (one‑time, per year) in the most recent published schedule; amounts for specific class trips (e.g. Green School) are charged separately and are paid directly to the trip operator — typical Green School range shown as 1,500–2,500 PLN.
- Textbooks and workbooks not covered by grants: deposit/advance 500 PLN (one‑time), to be settled once books are purchased.
- School supplies (Wyprawka): 300 PLN one‑time in the first semester and 300 PLN one‑time in the second semester (total typically 600 PLN per year in the 2023/24 schedule).
- Insurance: one‑time group insurance fee around 90 PLN (covers Sept 1–Aug 31, 24/7; includes school and out‑of‑school sports activities, excluding extreme sports) — shown as 90 PLN in recent published schedule.
- Example (earlier year) program charges: program trips 360 PLN and Green School 980 PLN were listed in the 2021/22 schedule; amounts vary by year and by trip.
- Additional activities (optional extracurricular clubs) have separate fees paid per activity or per semester; pricing and payment terms for these activities are published in the school's additional‑activities documents.

Uniform costs
- School uniform items are sold via the school's online uniform store; example price list items (PLN): short‑sleeve polo shirts from about 64–76 PLN depending on size; navy bomber sweatshirts from about 109–120 PLN; plaid skirts about 124–146 PLN; formal white shirts about 85–95 PLN; tie 50 PLN. Parent purchases of uniform pieces are paid separately at the listed prices.

Refunds and cancellation terms
- A reservation fee applied in earlier published materials was explicitly non‑refundable (example: 2,500 PLN reservation fee for Grade 1 in 2021/22, credited toward the first tuition installment). Beyond that specific item, a clear general refund schedule for enrollment or tuition (for mid‑year withdrawals or other cancellations) is not published in the fee tables; such terms are governed by the School's Enrollment Regulations and the Education Agreement signed at admission and by any specific billing notes. Parents should assume deposits or reservation installments may be non‑refundable when stated in the applicable fee document or agreement.

Fee payment options and accounts
- Bank transfer (PLN) is accepted for school fees; the school publishes dedicated bank accounts for the preschool (grades 0) and for the primary school (grades 1–8). Example account numbers shown for payments are: 60 1910 1048 2258 9665 5331 0001 (preschool / grades 0) and 65 1090 1883 0000 0001 5734 7561 (primary school / grades 1–8). Payments are therefore arranged by bank transfer to the appropriate account.
- Meal ordering and payment is handled through a prepayment meal system; parents prepay for lunches using the meal‑ordering application specified by the school.
- Uniform purchases are processed through the school's uniform supplier/online store.

Brief note on availability of fee schedules (summary of findings)
- The school's most recently published comprehensive fee schedule available on the school site is for the 2023/24 school year (detailed installment amounts and one‑time charges are listed above). Earlier published schedules for 2021/22 are also available and show similar categories with smaller numeric amounts. No explicit 2025/26 or 2026/27 published fee schedule was found in the school's downloadable documents at the time of this check; parents should expect annual updates and that some fees (field trips, Green School, optional activities, insurance, uniform) are billed separately from core tuition.
Academics

The International School Warsaw teaches British Curriculum for students aged 5 to 14.

Curriculum

Multilingual primary school and Canadian program for grades 0–8; classes run in parallel under the Polish curriculum by the Minister of National Education and the Canadian curriculum, with the Canadian program validated by international standards. English is taught through full immersion, enabling bilingualism. Polish classes are taught by qualified teachers in Polish and English by native-speaking teachers with substantial experience. The Canadian program emphasizes development of communication skills, project-based learning, information management, and the ability to present and debate in English, with adaptation for non-native speakers and CEFR-aligned instruction including preparation for international exams. The school teaches in five languages: English, Polish, French, German and Spanish, with immersion in English and a second foreign language as part of the program. Classes use project-based methods and include foreign and local projects, with a double diploma system culminating in a double primary school graduation certificate respected in Poland, the USA and Canada.

Student Teacher Ratio

Classes of up to 18 students.

Exam Results

Language proficiency certificates include YLE, KET, PET and FCE; Cambridge external exams are conducted in cooperation with the British Council, with many years of a 100% pass rate in these exams.

Higher Education Progression

Graduates pursue study at Polish and foreign universities; the primary school graduation certificate is respected in Poland, Canada and the USA, and graduates are prepared to transition to any curriculum in the future.

Gifted and Talented

Children with exceptional educational abilities receive additional individual support and opportunities to develop their talents.

Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school develops interpersonal skills and emphasizes clear communication, time management and personal responsibility for oneself and others. The school pursues educational goals with parents and teaches children how to show feelings, interpret the behavior of others and communicate effectively. There is an atmosphere of kindness and understanding in the school, learning about different cultures strengthens respect for diversity and develops soft competences, assertiveness and curiosity.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school teaches in five languages: English, Polish, French, German and Spanish, with full immersion in English to foster bilingualism. Polish lessons are taught by qualified teachers and English is taught by native speakers who are experienced educators. The program is adjusted for non-native speakers, and English-language preparation and Cambridge exams (YLE, KET, PET, FCE) are provided.

Mental Wellbeing

Relaxation and mindfulness classes are carried out. A psychologist is available to support students' well-being and development.

Admissions

Admissions

1. Submit the online enrollment form to enroll your child or book a trial day. The form requires information such as the grade to which the child will attend (0-8) and the school year (2024/2025, 2025/2026, 2026/2027, 2027/2028, 2028/2029). It also collects the child's name, date and place of birth, nationality, native language, previous school, and the parent's contact details. The process states that the trial day is free of charge and that submitting the form does not guarantee admission. 2. Attend a trial day. During the trial day, the child spends the full day with a class as a guest, integrates with peers, and participates in activities. The day includes several meetings to diagnose Polish core curriculum knowledge (Polish language and mathematics) and a Canadian program teacher verifies the level of English. A school psychologist also provides support during the day. 3. Review admission documents. Admission is open year-round. The school provides Enrollment Regulations and Applications for admission to grade 0-3 and grade 4-8. The enrollment form and related documents are listed under the Documents section. 4. Graduation and post-education options. Graduates receive a Polish primary school graduation certificate under the new Ministry of National Education curriculum, a Canadian certificate (including learning score report cards) recognized in the U.S. and Canada, and language certificates such as YLE, PET, KET, and PCE. A double diploma and language proficiency enable continued education not only in Poland but also abroad.

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