British Primary School of Wilanow vs Thames British School Warsaw - Mokotów Primary Campus (ul. Józefa i Jana Rostafińskich 1)
British Primary School of Wilanow and Thames British School Warsaw - Mokotów Primary Campus (ul. Józefa i Jana Rostafińskich 1) are both in Warsaw, about 7 km apart. Both schools offer Cambridge (Primary) and EYFS programmes. British Primary School of Wilanow also offers Cambridge (Secondary), and Thames British School Warsaw - Mokotów Primary Campus (ul. Józefa i Jana Rostafińskich 1) also offers British. Published annual fees are close, at PLN 58,000 - 94,800 for British Primary School of Wilanow and PLN 56,000 - 85,400 for Thames British School Warsaw - Mokotów Primary Campus (ul. Józefa i Jana Rostafińskich 1). British Primary School of Wilanow takes pupils from 3 to 14, and Thames British School Warsaw - Mokotów Primary Campus (ul. Józefa i Jana Rostafińskich 1) from 2.5 to 11.
Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Curriculum
British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Pupils
Pupils
—
Pupils
800
Typical class size
Typical class size
—
Typical class size
16
Instruction language
Instruction language
English
Instruction language
English
Opened
Opened
2014
Opened
—
Bus service
Bus service
Yes
Bus service
No
Essentials
Essentials
Location
Location
British Primary School of Wilanow is located at Prymasa Augusta Hlonda 12, 02-972 Warszawa, Poland, in the Wilanów district of Warsaw. The campus is well connected by public transport and road links. Tramlines 14 and 16 offer direct links to the city centre, and bus 217 connects Wilanów with the metro system. The S2 ring road provides convenient access from southern and south-eastern districts of Warsaw.
British international school in Poland offering the Cambridge International Curriculum; COBIS accredited
School type
—
Pupil nationality mix
Pupil nationality mix
Over 40 nationalities represented on campus
Pupil nationality mix
—
Additional learning support
Additional learning support
—
Additional learning support
—
Country affiliation
Country affiliation
Poland
Country affiliation
—
Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation
—
Religious affiliation
—
School day structure
School day structure
—
School day structure
—
Bus service details
Bus service details
Public transport access via tramlines 14 and 16 and bus 217; road access via the S2 ring road
Bus service details
—
Fees
Fees
Fee details
Fee details
Scope and academic year The figures below are the published fee schedule for the 2026/27 academic year at British Primary School of Wilanów (day school for ages 3–14).
Application & admission fees - Enrolment (one‑time) fee: PLN 3,000 payable within five (5) days of signing the first Agreement. - Tuition‑fee prepayment on initial enrolment: PLN 4,500 payable within five (5) days of signing the first Agreement; treated as a prepayment and refundable in accordance with the signed Agreement. - Trial & assessment fee (when requested by the school): PLN 1,500 payable in advance (within five days before the Trial); this fee is non‑refundable but will be deducted from the enrolment charge if the applicant is offered a place. - Re‑enrolment tuition prepayment: PLN 4,500 payable according to the school's re‑enrolment timeline; refundable according to the signed Agreement.
Tuition fees — Academic year 2026/27 (PLN) Annual payment figures include the published 5% discount for an annual payment (this discount is not applicable to mid‑year entries). The school offers either a single annual payment due by 1 August or three fixed instalments due 1 August, 1 December and 1 March. Mid‑year entries are charged proportionally on a termly basis.
Billing schedule, payment deadlines and terms - Annual payment deadline: 1 August (5% discount applied to the annual amount). Three‑instalment schedule: 1 August, 1 December, 1 March. Mid‑year entries are charged proportionally on a termly basis and annual payment discount does not apply to mid‑year entries. - Tuition prepayments required at enrolment / re‑enrolment are payable within the timelines stated in the Agreement and in the Fee Schedule. These prepayments are refundable only according to the terms of the signed Agreement. - Administrative charges may be added for additional processes such as invoice corrections and repeated payment reminders. Requests for invoices and billing queries are handled by the payments team (payments@bswilanow.org); include the child's name, year group, canteen choice and bus details when requesting an invoice.
Bank / payment details - Bank transfer is used for tuition payments; separate school bank accounts are specified for different year groups (IBANs and the bank SWIFT code are published in the official fee appendix). Example accounts published are: - British Nursery of Wilanów Sp. z o.o. — IBAN: PL60 1140 1977 0000 4360 7500 1001; SWIFT/BIC: BREXPLPWMBK. - British Primary School of Wilanów Sp. z o.o. — IBAN: PL42 1140 1977 0000 3058 1600 1001; SWIFT/BIC: BREXPLPWMBK. - For billing and invoice arrangements contact payments@bswilanow.org; for enrolment/contact use admissions@bswilanow.org or the school general contact email. Administrative invoice details are issued on request.
Other fees and regular additional costs - Canteen (morning snack, lunch, afternoon snack): PLN 7,425 per year, or three payments of PLN 3,000 (1 Aug) + PLN 3,000 (1 Dec) + PLN 1,500 (1 Mar). - Breakfast service (7:30–8:00am): PLN 2,500 per year, or three payments of PLN 1,000 (1 Aug) + PLN 1,000 (1 Dec) + PLN 500 (1 Mar). - After‑school care / The Late Room (Nursery to Year 3, 3:30–5:00pm, includes evening snack): PLN 3,500 per year, or three payments of PLN 1,400 (1 Aug) + PLN 1,400 (1 Dec) + PLN 700 (1 Mar). - English language support (EAL): PLN 3,000 per term for intensive in‑class and withdrawal lessons (scope agreed after assessment). - Learning support (specialist support as required): PLN 3,000 per term (scope agreed individually after assessment). - School uniform: wearing a school uniform is compulsory from Early Years through Secondary Key Stage 3; uniform items are available via the school's listed uniform supplier. Specific uniform prices are set by the supplier. - School trips, clubs and extracurricular activities: separate charges apply for some trips, events and optional clubs; these costs are communicated to parents in advance and invoiced as applicable.
Sibling discounts - Sibling tuition reductions: 5% on the second child, 15% on the third child and 25% on the fourth child. Sibling reductions may be combined with the annual‑payment discount.
Refund and non‑refund rules - The Trial & Assessment fee (PLN 1,500) is non‑refundable but will be deducted from the enrolment charge if a place is offered and the family completes enrolment. Tuition prepayments (initial and re‑enrolment) are refundable only according to the terms of the signed Agreement. Routine tuition refunds, pro‑rata calculations for mid‑year entry and any specific refund terms are handled under the school Agreement.
Boarding - The school operates as a day school for ages 3–14; no boarding provision or boarding fees are listed in the school's published fee schedule for the 2026/27 year.
Summary of key contacts for fees and payments - Payments and invoices: payments@bswilanow.org. - Admissions and enrolment queries: admissions@bswilanow.org. - General school contact: info@bswilanow.org; phone +48 22 111 0062.
Fee details
—
Diving deeper
Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements
Boarding arrangements
—
Boarding arrangements
—
Uniform requirement
Uniform requirement
Nursery has no uniform. Reception to Year 5 wear a white BSW polo shirt, blue jumper or cardigan and grey trousers or a grey skirt, with a blue-and-white summer dress available in warmer weather. Year 6 to Year 9 wear a plain white dress shirt, blue jumper or cardigan, grey trousers or skirt, and the BSW necktie, with a blazer compulsory from Year 7; the PE kit is a navy T-shirt and navy/black shorts, with a tracksuit hoodie and trousers for cooler months, and white-soled shoes are required for PE.
Uniform requirement
—
Food options
Food options
There is a health-focused canteen on campus.
Food options
—
House system
House system
—
House system
—
Governance and ownership
Governance and ownership
Member of the International Schools Partnership (ISP) network.
Governance and ownership
—
Academics
Academics
Curriculum details
Curriculum details
Cambridge International Curriculum is taught at British Primary School of Wilanow. Polish diplomas are issued from Year 2 onwards, supporting continuity within national and international systems. The school is COBIS-accredited. Forest School provides outdoor learning adventures that foster courage, curiosity and resilience. Multilingual learning enables students to express themselves in English, Polish and French. The learning journey runs from Early Years (Age 3-5) through Primary Key Stage 1 (Age 5-7) and Primary Key Stage 2 (Age 7-11) to Secondary Key Stage 3 (Age 11-13).
Curriculum details
—
Student teacher ratio
Student teacher ratio
Maximum class sizes are Nursery 16, Reception 18, Year 1 20 and Years 2–9 22. Small class sizes and personalised planning support each student's pace and potential.
Student teacher ratio
—
Exam results
Exam results
Checkpoint results in English 43, Mathematics 42 and Science 39. These scores surpass the international averages of 34 for English, 31 for Mathematics and 31 for Science.
Exam results
—
Higher education progression
Higher education progression
Life and career pathways provide personalised guidance for university and career choices, supporting each student's chosen path. The ILOS programme offers international opportunities that develop self-leadership, teamwork and critical thinking. Through exclusive scholarships, students have opportunities to study with some of the world's most renowned institutions.
Higher education progression
—
Gifted and talented
Gifted and talented
—
Gifted and talented
—
Academic calendar
Academic calendar
—
Academic calendar
—
Wellbeing & support
Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning
Social & emotional learning
At BSW, every child is cared for, supported and encouraged to be their best. Pastoral care places students at the centre of a caring and inclusive environment where they feel safe to be themselves and confident to explore. Strong, trusting relationships between staff and students create a sense of belonging and emotional security. From daily interactions to structured wellbeing initiatives, the approach supports the moral, social, intellectual and emotional development of each student. With individual attention and a culture of kindness, students are empowered to grow into resilient, compassionate learners, proud of who they are and the community they are part of.
Social & emotional learning
—
Special educational needs (SEN)
Special educational needs (SEN)
At BSW, children with special educational needs are supported through personalised plans, in-class help and specialist care. Guided by expert staff and a strong pastoral network, they feel included, understood and empowered to thrive in both learning and life. The SENCo coordinates monitoring and targeted interventions to ensure access to the mainstream curriculum. Support is provided in-class and through specialist services to meet individual needs. The school aims to create an inclusive community that recognises each learner's strengths.
Special educational needs (SEN)
—
English as an additional language
English as an additional language
From day one, students are immersed in an English-speaking environment where all subjects are taught in English. Three specialist EAL teachers lead the program, with small-group instruction to build fluency. Tailored language assessments using CEFR help tailor each learner's progress. Polish is taught as needed, with additional support for non-Polish speakers. French is introduced as a Modern Foreign Language from Year 4 and continues through Year 9. The goal is for students to achieve at least B2 English proficiency by Secondary Key Stage 3.
English as an additional language
—
Mental wellbeing
Mental wellbeing
Pastoral care places students at the centre of a caring, inclusive environment where they feel safe to be themselves. Strong, trusting relationships with staff create belonging and emotional security. Structured wellbeing initiatives, circle times and House Learning support moral, social and emotional development. The courage to fail philosophy encourages confident risk-taking and learning from mistakes. The overall approach nurtures resilience and empowers students to be compassionate, resilient learners within the school community.
Mental wellbeing
—
Safeguarding
Safeguarding
Safeguarding is a commitment woven into every part of school life, ensuring each child feels safe, respected and supported. Our safeguarding practices meet the highest international standards, shaped by the International Schools Partnership (ISP) and the Polish Ministry of Education. Staff are fully trained, policies are regularly reviewed, and systems are built to protect and support every child's wellbeing. From entry, the school community watches over students with care and professionalism, and safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. The safeguarding team includes the Vice Principal, Head of Pastoral and Designated Safeguard Lead, and the SENCo/Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead. Key protocols include access control on all doors, CCTV across the site, an advanced fire alarm system and First Aid training.
Safeguarding
—
Safeguarding policy
Safeguarding policy
—
Safeguarding policy
—
Facilities
Facilities
Facilities overview
Facilities overview
The campus is a purpose-built, expanded Wilanów site with dedicated spaces for science, sport, the arts and outdoor exploration. Interactive classrooms with multimedia tools make learning active and personal. Forest School zones and a primary dining hall support wellbeing and healthy habits. Learning spaces include a drama studio, a dance studio, a music room, a sports hall, outdoor playgrounds and a well-resourced library, plus primary and preschool dining facilities. Multilingualism is part of the school experience, with students expressing themselves in English, Polish and French.
Facilities overview
—
Sports facilities
Sports facilities
There is a versatile indoor sports hall to support a wide range of athletic activities year-round. Outdoor playgrounds provide secure spaces for recreation and motor development.
Sports facilities
—
Academic facilities
Academic facilities
Cambridge International Curriculum guides learning, balancing academic rigour with inquiry-based learning across subjects. The campus includes dedicated spaces for science and other subjects, supported by interactive multimedia classrooms. A library supports inquiry and independent research across age groups. Drama, dance and music spaces support arts education, and primary and preschool dining facilities reflect the campus design that supports daily life and wellbeing.
Academic facilities
—
Extra curricular facilities
Extra curricular facilities
The school offers a rich selection of extracurricular clubs, sports teams, school trips and creative opportunities that helps learners uncover new passions and build lasting confidence. The enrichment programme nurtures resilience, independence and teamwork, and students participate in the House system and school competitions. Students participate in International School Partnership programmes including ISP Artists, ISP Changemakers, ISP Chess Masters, ISP Cultural Exchange, ISP Scientists, ISP Filmmakers, ISP Virtual Exchange and ISP Model United Nations.
Extra curricular facilities
—
Parent experience
Parent experience
History
History
British Primary School of Wilanow is an eight-year private primary school located in Warsaw. It operates under Polish law and the Minister of National Education's decision from October 21, 2019, No. DPPI-WIT.4038.36.2019.Ach.4. The school is registered in the City of Warsaw's private schools registry under number 122 SPN and is owned and run by British Primary School of Wilanow Sp. z o.o. The school holds COBIS accreditation and Cambridge Assessment International Education accreditation. The school is located at Prymasa Augusta Hlonda 12, 02-972 Warsaw, and runs an eight-year program from Class I to Class VIII.
History
—
Community
Community
BSW offers a rich selection of extracurricular clubs, sports teams, school trips and creative opportunities that help learners uncover new passions and build lasting confidence. The enrichment programme encourages leadership, collaboration and resilience through activities such as performing on stage, team projects, and athletic competitions within a House system. As part of International Schools Partnership, students participate in ISP programmes including ISP Artists, ISP Changemakers, ISP Chess Masters, ISP Cultural Exchange, ISP Scientists, ISP Filmmakers, ISP Virtual Exchange and ISP Model United Nations, providing international exchanges and global learning experiences. The school supports multilingualism with English, Polish and French learning, fostering a diverse, globally connected community.
Community
—
Parent teacher association
Parent teacher association
—
Parent teacher association
—
Extra-curricular
Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual
Academic & intellectual
The Cambridge International Curriculum is taught, balancing academic rigour with creative, inquiry-based learning across subjects. Polish diplomas are issued from Year 2 onwards, ensuring academic continuity within both national and international systems. Life competencies support students' development for academics, careers and personal life. Life Pathways provides personalised guidance for university and career choices.
Academic & intellectual
—
Arts & creative
Arts & creative
ArtClub runs every Thursday and Friday, offering a hands-on, design-led experience. The sessions blend visual creativity with language development as students practice English during collaboration. Art projects include architectural models, imaginary cities and inventive structures that build planning, problem-solving and spatial thinking. The new building will include dedicated spaces for music, drama, science and art.
Arts & creative
—
Cultural & language
Cultural & language
Multilingual learning enables students to express themselves in English, Polish and French. The school hosts a diverse community with over 40 nationalities on campus. As part of International Schools Partnership, students take part in international opportunities that develop critical thinking, teamwork and leadership. ISP programmes include Model United Nations, Chess Masters, Cultural Exchange, Filmmakers, Scientists, Artists, Virtual Exchange and more.
Cultural & language
—
Social & hobbies
Social & hobbies
The school offers a rich selection of extracurricular clubs, sports teams, school trips and creative opportunities that help each learner uncover new passions and build lasting confidence. Through the House system, students compete in sports and represent the school in competitions. Activities include performing on stage, collaborative projects and ISP-affiliated events such as Model United Nations and other ISP clubs. ISP opportunities connect students with peers worldwide for global experiences.
Social & hobbies
—
Community & service
Community & service
ISP Changemakers provides tools and methodologies for developing projects focused on social impact. ISP Cultural Exchange encourages reciprocal exchange and homestays across ISP schools to broaden cultural understanding. These ISP programmes foster social responsibility, environmental awareness and community engagement across international school networks.
Community & service
—
Leadership & professional
Leadership & professional
Leadership training is included as part of enrichment opportunities beyond the academic week. International opportunities through ISP offer leadership-focused activities such as Model United Nations and cross-cultural collaborations. Life and career pathways give students personalised guidance for university and career choices to prepare for life beyond school.
Leadership & professional
—
Lifestyle & wellbeing
Lifestyle & wellbeing
Forest School adventures grow courage, curiosity and resilience. Pastoral care and wellbeing are supported by trusted form tutors and pastoral leaders. The campus features a modern sports hall for physical education, a library and spaces for music, drama, science and art, contributing to wellbeing and healthy living. Activities such as Ski Week and other outdoor learning experiences further support student wellbeing.
Lifestyle & wellbeing
—
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
English, Polish and French are taught. English is the language of instruction across subjects; Polish lessons run from Year 1 (as First Language or Foreign Language) and French is taught from Year 4 as a Modern Foreign Language. CEFR-aligned language assessments target at least B2 English by Secondary Key Stage 3, and EAL support is available for learners. The school also celebrates language diversity through Mother Tongue Day and related language initiatives.
Language provision
—
Bilingual teaching
Bilingual teaching
English immersion is the core language of instruction; all subjects are taught in English. From Year 1 Polish is taught as a First Language or Foreign Language, with five weekly Polish lessons. French is taught as a Modern Foreign Language starting in Year 4 and continuing through to Year 9. English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is provided by three specialist teachers to help non-native speakers access the curriculum.
Bilingual teaching
—
Immersion programs
Immersion programs
An English immersion environment where all subjects are taught in English. Polish is taught from Year 1 as part of language learning, and French is introduced as a Modern Foreign Language from Year 4. The school supports multilingual learning with EAL provision and a multilingual staff.
Immersion programs
—
Reputation
Reputation
Awards
Awards
—
Awards
—
Accreditations
Accreditations
COBIS; Cambridge International Education; SPCC.pl; bpcc.org.pl; irishpolish.pl
Accreditations
—
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
Nursery through Year 9 (ages 3 to 14). The admissions journey comprises five steps: Enquiry, Visit, Application, Offer and Secure. Enquiry: contact the Admissions Team via the enquiry form, email or telephone for a personalised response. Visit: visit the campus or arrange an online meeting with the Admissions Officer and school staff. Application: complete the application electronically via the web form and submit the required documents, including evidence of previous education; a Trial and Assessment Day may be requested. Offer: offers are based on the application form, previous school reports and year-group availability; offers include a seven-day window to accept by email and to sign the school agreement. Secure: complete admissions paperwork and pay the required fees. Open Day: an Open Day is scheduled periodically (for example, 15 April).
Admissions
—
Scholarships
Scholarships
The school has scholarships and university partnerships through International Schools Partnership (ISP). Students gain financial support and direct pathways to top universities worldwide, with over 100 global university partnerships and more than €2.6 million in scholarships awarded to students.
