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WELCOME TO THE BRITISH SCHOOL WARSAW

We are one of the top British international schools in Poland that parents can trust, and that your child will love. With over 30 years’ experience of delivering high quality education, we are the British School of choice in Warsaw.

Key facts about our school

Applications open
Students can join after academic year begins  
Yearly Fees

From 49,535 zł to 120,380 zł per annum

Age range
2.5 - 18 years old
Curricula

IB, British,  and International

Nationalities
60+
Maximum students
1100
Student to teacher ratio
11:1
A BRITISH SCHOOL WITH A GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE

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At The British School Warsaw our vision is to shape a generation of creative, resilient global citizens, ready to change our world for the better.

Our British international school in Poland delivers an inclusive, rigorous and high-quality British education in a diverse and caring environment.

Our mission is to balance academic success with character building and well-being.

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WHAT OUR PARENTS SAY

Parent's Google review
My son has been a student at this school for eight years, since he was seven. Currently, he is a very global, independent fifteen-year-old, mainly due to his participation in debates, international education methods and meetings with many peers from all over the world.
Parent's Facebook review
Outstanding Teachers. Involved and supportive. Great environment. My children (3 and 5) love going to school every day.
They have this down to a science. They follow through on everything. Proud parent of British School kids. Light years ahead on every aspect of education.
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of parents say their child has a good relationship with their teachers

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PARENT TESTIMONIALS

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Our School Facilities

We have two campuses that have facilities adapted to the age and learning requirements.

Our Early Years campus is located in the sought-after residential area of Dᶏbrowskiego Street in the Old Mokotow district of Warsaw.  A purpose-built campus, it has been designed with our youngest learners in mind with space to learn, explore and play.  Our students love exploring the imaginative play equipment and mud kitchen.

The Primary and Secondary campus is conveniently located in Warsaw’s Sadyba district.  It has a dedicated IB Academy building and is packed with inspiring learning spaces equipped with the latest education technology designed to help your child become a driven and competitive learner.

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Early Years Campus
Our youngest students enjoy their own campus, complete with green and spacious outdoor learning spaces, safe and secure but with the freedom they need to explore and mature.
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Modern IB Academy
Senior students enjoy a carefully designed education environment where they can focus on achieving the results they need to attend the world's best universities.
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Sport Facilities
Our three indoor sports halls and all-weather pitch mean students can enjoy a diverse PE curriculum, building their fitness and mental resilience. 
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Bespoke Learning Areas
Our classrooms include computer labs, an advanced music technology suite, well-stocked art rooms, and purpose-built science labs.
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Our curricula

Students at The British School Warsaw learn an internationally respected curriculum, based on the best of British academics. We take pride in our excellent results at both International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) and IGCSE level, which are well above the global average.
 
Our students achieve an average IB Diploma point score significantly higher than the world average. These results ensure our students' access to the best universities in the world and a pathway to future success.

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What we offer
Driving Academic Rigour

Combining the best of British early years, primary, secondary and IBDP education through internationally recognised curricula, The British School Warsaw reimagines teaching and learning through our six pillars of education.

Early Years - Ages 2.5 to 5
Primary - Ages 5 to 11
Secondary - Ages 11 to 16
IB Diploma Programme - Ages 16 to 18

EARLY YEARS

Our Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) provides a play-based learning curriculum full of curiosity, wonder, and discovery—the perfect springboard into Primary education.
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1 to 5 years old
Early Years Foundation Stage
The EYFS curriculum gives our youngest students a balanced learning experience, preparing them for their future education by fostering the skills, interests, and confidence they need to become successful, enthusiastic learners.

PRIMARY

Our Primary curriculum provides an exciting, stimulating, and adaptable approach to education which introduces students aged 5 to 11 years to a world of new subjects and concepts. These include numeracy and mathematical reasoning, learning to justify ideas with reasons, developing confidence to ask questions and building knowledge.
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5 to 11 years old
National Curriculum for England & IPC
Tailored to meet the needs

secondary

At The British School Warsaw, we make sure that our secondary students maintain their love of learning developed in earlier school years, as we introduce in them to new ideas and skills.  A continued emphasis on the importance of core skills in literacy, numeracy and science is coupled with an introduction to research and interpretation of knowledge and sources as we empower students to become independent learners and prepare them for the academic challenges of IGCSE and IBDP.  

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11 to 16 years old
National Curriculum for England
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IB Diploma Programme

In Years 12 and 13, we offer the internationally recognised IB Diploma Programme. The skills and attributes developed through this programme are outstanding preparation for higher education and give our students the best opportunity to access the world’s top universities.  
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16 to 19 years old
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP)
Tailored to meet the needs of our international student community, and the pathway to studying in the UK.Tailored to meet the needs of our international student community, and the pathway to studying in the UK
TALK TO OUR ADMISSIONS TEAM

WE’RE HERE TO HELP

We know that choosing the right school for your child can be hard. Our international school admissions team is here to help. They’ll guide you through the process, answer any questions, and make sure you have the information you need.
  • Get in touch with us today – fill in our online enquiry form, give us a call, or send an email.
  • Visit us in Warsaw– or join us for a virtual discovery meeting.
  • We’ll walk you through our step-by-step admissions process.
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STEP-BY-STEP ADMISSIONS PROCESS

Ready to apply to TBS Warsaw? Here’s what you need to do next!
Make an enquiry
Contact our Admissions team to find out what makes our school unique - and how you can join our community.
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Enjoy a guided campus tour
A member of our Admissions team will show you around, and you’ll have the chance to ask senior members of staff any questions you might have.
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Submit an application
We accept applications all year round, and will get back to you within 24 hours of your application.
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Placement
If we think your child would benefit and thrive at our school, we’ll offer them a place.
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Place secured
Confirmation of your child’s place at TBS Warsaw is finalised once payment of the required fees and deposit are received.
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Exceptional Learning Experiences

At Nord Anglia Education, we inspire curiosity and innovative thinking in our students - giving them the tools and skills to succeed. Our educational approach uses our global reach, enabled by world-class technology, to bring our students truly transformational learning experiences.

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Our collaboration with the world leader in performing arts nurtures our students’ love of drama and music.
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There’s so much more to performing arts than what you see on stage. Children develop self-expression and self-awareness, as well as empathy, confidence, and a love of cultural exploration. Our collaboration with the world-renowned performing arts institution, The Juilliard School, enhances our drama and music programmes, promoting creativity, teamwork, and resilience among students of all ages.

Juilliard is recognised around the world as a leader in the arts. Through our exclusive collaboration, we harness their expertise and experience to create a continually evolving programme, which sparks our students’ imagination and nurtures their talents and interests.

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The MIT-Nord Anglia STEAM programme develops our students’ problem-solving skills through real-world challenges that get them thinking outside the box.
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Our global programme inspires students to look beyond individual subjects, sparking their curiosity through our hands-on interdisciplinary approach to problem-solving. Guided by the world’s leading STEAM institution, our students take part in challenges and visit MIT on a trip led by experts from the university. Our collaboration also gives our teachers the opportunity to learn from specialists in the world of STEAM, coming up with cutting-edge lessons that inspire our students in the future. 
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Students are challenged to make a difference both locally and internationally, working together to support the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
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Our collaboration with UNICEF challenges both students and teachers to think about how they can make a meaningful, positive impact on the world around them. This includes embedding the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) in our teaching and learning, using materials developed by UNICEF. Our students also take part in an annual Global Challenge, as well as local outreach opportunities in our community.

Frequently asked QUESTIONS

  • How old is the school?

    We are proud to celebrate our 30th anniversary in 2022.  The British School Warsaw was established in 1992 by Mrs Iwona Thomas in partnership with Nord Anglia Education. The school opened its doors initially for just 35 students. Since then we have grown our community of students to 1,100 across two modern campuses. We’ve also been an accredited IB school for over 20 years!

  • What are your class sizes?
    Our Pre-Nursery classes accommodate up to 16 students, Nursery classes are up to 18, Reception and Year 1 - up to 20 students. Maximum size of Primary and Secondary classes is 24 students.  Early Years and Primary classes' teachers are  supported by one or two teaching assistants. 
  • How do you ensure good behaviour and manners?
    Our school culture promotes respect for others and encourages self-expression and self-esteem. We nurture a safe, caring environment where everyone is unique, valued, and appreciated. We actively reward students for demonstrating these values and teach them during assembly and in the classroom.
  • What qualifications do your teachers have?
    We only hire the most highly qualified teachers, and all have several years’ experience, as well as a degree in teaching or a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) from the UK (or equivalent from their home country). Most of our teachers are native English speakers.
  • Do you have teaching assistants?
    Yes, each Early Years and Primary Class has one or two dedicated teaching assistants (TAs).  Caring and enthusiastic, they support our youngest learners as they begin their educational journey.
  • How do you support children with limited English joining your school?
    We have an excellent English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme to help those newcomers with little or no English. At TBS Warsaw, children learn English incredibly fast thanks to the quality of our teachers and our engaging English-speaking environment.
  • Do you have provision for children with special education needs (SEN)?
    TBS Warsaw is an inclusive school - we understand that not all children find it easy to learn. That’s why our learning support department provides targeted assistance for children who need additional help. The expert team comprises specialist teachers with experience in this area. If you believe your child needs this type of support, get in touch and we’ll see whether we can accommodate their needs.  Our goal is to ensure every student can make the most of their time at TBS Warsaw.
  • What sort of Polish programme do you have?
    Polish is an integral part of our curriculum. All native Polish students study a curriculum based on the Polish Podstawa Programowa from Year 2 to Year 11, and receive their end-of-year Polish certificates (Świadectwo). For non-Polish students, Polish is introduced as an additional foreign language from Year 1.  For Polish students, we successfully combine the best of British teaching with international programmes that comply with the requirements of the Polish Ministry of Education.
  • What other foreign languages do you offer?
    As an international school, we strongly believe in the importance of children learning the languages and cultures of other countries. From Year 4, all students can choose between French, German and Spanish.
  • Do you have afterschool activities?
    All children from Nursery onward can take part in our Learning Enrichment Activity Programme (LEAP). We offer a variety of activities which run every day of the week. Our LEAP offering is refreshed on a termly basis, and includes a wide range of music, sports, and creative activities. Most clubs are free, although occasionally we bring in outside parties to provide more specialised activities, which may require a fee.
  • How will you ensure my child settles in quickly?
    We are known for our warm welcome to new families joining the school. We will share lots of information about school life and your child’s class prior to your arrival, and our students and staff are ready to help newcomers thrive from their first day. We can also put you in touch with another family before your child starts at TBS Warsaw, and we always arrange a ‘buddy’ for new students.
  • How do you communicate with parents?
    We believe in the importance of open communication between the school and parents and we'll make sure you are kept informed of your child's progress. For Early Years and Primary students, our teachers communicate with parents about their children’s learning progress and activities through a weekly class newsletter and our communication platforms (Tapestry for Early Years, SeeSaw for Primary). There’s also a weekly school newsletter, as well as termly reports and parent meetings throughout the year and we encourage parents to get in contact should they have anything they wish to discuss.
  • What involvement do parents have at TBS Warsaw?
    Our parents are valued members of the school community, and we have a wonderfully supportive network involved in school life. Our active Parents and Teachers Association (PTA) organises numerous family and charity events, including coffee mornings, book swaps, International Fair, Burns’ night, parents’ quiz nights, and charity collections just to name a few. The PTA closely collaborate with the school leadership to support our children’s learning. TBS Warsaw simply wouldn’t be the same without our wonderful parents.