Most popular international schools in Warsaw

International European School Warsaw provides a multilingual international education for ages 3–18 within the Accredited European School (AES) framework. Located at ul. Wiertnicza 140 in Warsaw, the school serves preschool through high school and runs a bilingual English–Polish programme. In Primary, students follow Polish and British curricula; in Secondary they study Cambridge IGCSE/A‑Levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, with European Schools syllabi. From S1, all students learn a second foreign language (L3) from English, Polish, French, German, Italian or Spanish. Mother‑tongue support is available for non‑native speakers. The AES model centralises language and content across grades, with English alongside Polish language, history and geography and a broad menu of L2/L3 options. The campus includes a library, three meals daily, and transport within 20 km. After‑school clubs run 14:20–16:00, and annual events include European Day and Sports Day. AES accreditation and a broad range of clubs and languages are distinctive features.

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.

The British School Warsaw is a non-selective day school educating students from ages 2 to 18, offering a curriculum pathway that includes EYFS, British Curriculum, IPC, Cambridge IGCSE, IB Diploma Programme and Cambridge A Levels. Founded in 1992, the school operates across two campuses: an Early Years campus in Mokotów and a Primary/Secondary campus in Sadyba, each designed to inspire curiosity and well-being. The school delivers ABRSM music qualifications and supports a rich arts and science program with a Juilliard-led music curriculum and a MIT-Nord Anglia STEAM programme, alongside modern science labs and technology such as interactive whiteboards, iPads, 3D printers and drones. Students participate in Model United Nations, community service, and leadership opportunities under Nord Anglia collaborations. Facilities include three indoor sports halls, an all-weather pitch, an organic garden and multiple outdoor spaces. Global Campus connectivity connects Nord Anglia peers worldwide for collaborative learning. Wellbeing, languages and citizenship matter.

Situated in Warsaw, the International American School of Warsaw (IAS) serves students from age 4 to 18 with English-language instruction and a diploma offering. The school provides three diploma pathways—IB Diploma Programme, American High School Diploma, and Polish Matura—within KG–12, with a bespoke curriculum option as needed. Class sizes average 18 students, and the school sustains a 7:1 student‑teacher ratio to support individual attention. The Ursynów campus is a two-building permanent facility with modern teaching spaces, a library of more than 35,000 English editions, and resources. English is the primary language; Polish, French and Spanish are offered as additional languages, with EAL support for non-native speakers. IAS is triple-accredited by the International Baccalaureate Organization, Cognia, and the Polish Ministry of Education. The campus houses door-to-door transport, access to SGGW sport facilities, and swimming provisions. Extracurriculars span sports, arts, and service, and IAS hosts a College Board SAT testing center onsite.

The Canadian School of Warsaw is an IB World School delivering the Primary Years Programme in English alongside the Polish national curriculum for students aged 3 to 14. The preschool cohort (ages 3–6) follows the PYP in English, while older students study under the Polish Ministry of Education curriculum in addition to IB. The school operates on three Mokotów campuses: Preschool at 53 Krasickiego Street, and Elementary at 7 Bełska Street and 11 Olimpijska Street. It was authorized as an IB World School on January 6, 2014 (Authorization Nr 005004). The PYP uses inquiry-based, transdisciplinary learning across six themes to foster international-mindedness and action. The language program supports proficiency in English, Polish and French, aiming for at least two languages beyond the mother tongue. Facilities include a large gym, a library, an art room, and a soccer field across the three campuses. Extracurricular offerings span music, sport, foreign languages and community service, integrating with the IB and Polish curricula.

Pines Forest School in Poland blends British and Polish curricula within a forest learning model. The school operates in three areas: Pines Forest School, Pines Primary and Pines Foundation, serving ages 4 to 15. The core programme blends EYFS with British and Polish curriculum goals, with early years emphasising British targets and a progression toward stronger Polish study by Year 6 Polish Grade 5. Lessons are delivered in very small groups in Learning HUBs and outdoors in the forest, using hands-on experiences to bring subjects to life. The timetable supports literacy, maths, history, geography, science and phonics, plus enrichment such as art and design, woodwork, music, sport, cooking and photography. Language development is supported via CLIL in a bilingual/multilingual setting. Facilities include Learning HUBs with kitchenettes, toilets and showers, plus forest classroom environment, a tool area, wildlife habitats, a pond, a stream and gardens. The day runs 9:00–15:30, near Warsaw.

Multischool International School in Poland offers a bilingual Polish-English education for children aged 2 to 14, delivering both the British and Polish curricula in harmony. The school combines English instruction by native-speaking teachers with Polish Ministry of Education requirements, and two foreign languages are introduced from Grade 1 under the guidance of the Language Studies Director. Cambridge qualifications are part of the program, with Cambridge Certificates issued and partnership with Cambridge Assessment English to prepare students for exams. The school's day-to-day learning is supported by facilities in a detached building of 1,800 square meters, including a dedicated library with English and German sections, a sports room, computer room, and dedicated staff such as a speech therapist and psychologist. Extracurriculars extend the curriculum through Multisport, Multiworld, Multilanguage, Multiknowledge, and Multichallenge, along with a Mindful School Program to promote wellbeing. The history dates to 1999, with the Stefan Meller naming in 2014.

Willy-Brandt-Schule Warschau is a German-Polish encounter school in Warsaw, funded and staffed by the Federal Republic of Germany. It serves children aged 3 to 18, with a kindergarten, primary school and secondary levels I and II. The curriculum follows German general education standards and Abitur requirements based on Baden-Württemberg and Thuringia curricula. Two educational pathways are offered: a German-language program and the Polish-language 'Internationale Abteilung' where German language skills are built gradually toward the Abitur. The school is the only German Auslandsschule in Poland offering a German-system education. Instruction is delivered by native German-speaking staff and qualified local teachers. Since 2005 it operates under the Deutsch-Polnisches Schulabkommen as a joint educational institution. Notable features include practical science components, the WBS Music Academy, and athletic development through a Football Academy. A scientific cooperation with the University of Warsaw supports inquiry, internships and career events; after-school care provides a range of activities.

Monnet International School, formally Prywatne Liceum Ogólnokształcące nr 32 im. Jeana Monneta, is a Warsaw private high school that serves ages 3–18 with the International Baccalaureate across the full continuum (PYP, MYP, and DP). The Diploma Programme is taught in English and culminates in externally assessed exams. Founded in 1992, it was the first school complex in Poland to offer IB from kindergarten through high school and remains committed to the IB philosophy and Learner Profile, emphasizing holistic development and social responsibility. The campus sits in central Warsaw, with modern classrooms and a welcoming atmosphere. The school emphasizes rigorous IB training for teaching staff, a wider outlook through language exchanges (German, Spanish, Taiwanese), and experiences with science and culture figures. In high school, DP subjects span languages, humanities, sciences, mathematics and the arts, with TOK, EE and CAS integrated as core components. Extracurriculars include festivals, debates, charity initiatives, and exchanges.

Located in the heart of Warsaw, Warsaw Montessori High School is an international high school that blends Maria Montessori philosophy with the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. The school serves students aged 14 to 18 and conducts instruction in English. In Pre-IB (Years 9–10), the Polish national curriculum is integrated with the IB Learner Profile; offerings include extended English, Creative Writing, Academic Skills, Latin, Visual Arts and Drama, and a choice between standard and extended mathematics. Regular workshops in the kitchen and the carpentry shop support hands-on, place-based learning. In the IB Diploma Programme (Years 11–12), students select six courses from six groups (Languages A; Languages B; Individuals and Societies; Experimental Sciences; Mathematics; The Arts) delivered under IB World Schools standards. The school emphasizes multilingualism, international-mindedness, empathy and service, and a small, safe, inclusive environment. Graduates proceed to universities worldwide, with curricula emphasizing intellectual, emotional and social development and lifelong learners.