IPS International School of Wrocław - Powstańców Śląskich 2 vs Maple Bear Wrocław

	I IPS International School of Wrocław - Powstańców Śląskich 2 Wroclaw, Poland	M Maple Bear Wrocław Wroclaw, Poland
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year PLN 35,750 - 50,000	Fees / year PLN 42,600 - 50,300
Age range	Age range 2 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 11 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, Bespoke Curriculum	Curriculum Canadian Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 480	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size 16	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English, Polish
Opened	Opened 2011	Opened 2024
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location —	Location Wrocław, Tadeusza Kościuszki 84, Poland
Stages	Stages —	Stages Preschool and Elementary
School type	School type —	School type Private Canadian school and kindergarten
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation —	Country affiliation Canada-affiliated
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure Open all year round from 7:30 to 17:30, except during maintenance periods.
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details —	Fee details Application / Registration fee - Kindergarten (ages 3–5): one-time registration fee: 3,000 PLN. - Grade 0 and Primary (Grades 1–4): one-time registration fee: 3,500 PLN. - Promotional reduced registration fees are offered from time to time (examples listed previously include reduced amounts for limited periods). Tuition fees by year group (amounts and billing frequency) - Kindergarten (ages 3–5): standard tuition 3,300 PLN per month, charged over 12 months; annual total when paid monthly: 39,600 PLN. - Grade 0 and Primary School (Grade 0 up to Grade 4): standard tuition 3,900 PLN per month, charged over 12 months; annual total when paid monthly: 46,800 PLN. - The school's published fee schedule presents tuition as a monthly amount with the equivalent annual total; no separate per-term tuition figures are published in the fee schedule. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition is billed as a monthly amount payable across 12 months of the year (monthly payment is the standard arrangement). - A one-time registration fee is charged on enrollment (amounts listed above). - The published fee information includes discounts for specific payment choices: a percentage discount is offered for one-time full-year payment (a published discount example is 6%); a published sibling discount example is 10% for an additional child. Boarding fees (if applicable) - The school does not publish any boarding or residential-fee amounts; no boarding fees are listed in the school's fee schedule. The school's local information describes the building's historical uses but does not present boarding as a current feeed service. Other costs and additional charges - Uniforms: the first starter set of uniforms (four items) and a backpack are included in the registration fee; additional uniform items or replacement sets are charged separately (a uniform price list is published to parents separately). - Meals: daily catering/meals are an additional cost paid and ordered directly by parents from the school's designated catering provider; meal prices and menu options are published separately. - Transport: school-arranged transport (if requested) is available for an additional fee; transport routes and prices are published separately. - Trips and extracurriculars: school trips and some extracurricular activities are charged in addition to tuition where indicated; the fee schedule lists three extracurricular activities included weekly in tuition but also notes additional paid extracurricular options. Refunds and withdrawal - The published fee schedule does not specify a refund policy or detailed terms for withdrawals and refunds within the fee document. Parents should note that no refund terms are stated in the school's published fee schedule. Fee payment options - The published fee schedule does not list accepted payment methods (for example, bank transfer or card) or detailed invoicing/payment mechanics. No payment-method details are provided in the published fee schedule. Summary of what is included in standard tuition - Tuition includes: full-year teaching and childcare coverage as specified, educational materials, access to psychologist/counsellor, access to pedagogue and special pedagogue support, access to speech therapy, sensory integration activities, and a starter set of uniforms; three extracurricular activities per week are included in the stated tuition.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement Uniforms are required for all students; the first set of uniforms (4 items) and a backpack are included in the registration fee; a Uniforms Shop is available for purchase.
Food options	Food options —	Food options Meals are provided by a catering provider; meals are paid for separately by parents; the daily cost and dietary options (vegetarian, gluten-free, no milk or lactose, and other options) are announced in June.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership —	Governance and ownership The school is part of Maple Bear Schools Polska P.S.A.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details —	Curriculum details Polish core curriculum is implemented together with the Canadian curriculum. Classes are conducted in English with English-language immersion. The program is based on Canadian educational standards and aims to inspire students to explore the world, inquire into phenomena, and see meaningful connections between subjects such as native language, foreign language, mathematics, science, technology and sustainable development. Maple Bear Wrocław offers preschool and elementary levels.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio Two teachers per class; small class sizes.
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	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 —	Social & emotional learning —
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language English language immersion – Learning through daily English use in all activities
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing —	Mental wellbeing —
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding —
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview —	Facilities overview Wrocław Maple Bear is housed in the historic Kościuszki 84 building, opening in September 2024 as Maple Bear Wrocław. The venue has a history as a primary school and later as the Wrocław School of Jazz and Entertainment Music. The facility covers 1,411 square meters and includes a gymnasium for children and teachers, plus a verdant playground and a 700-square-meter field. Classrooms are equipped to the global standard of the Maple Bear network, and Canadian and Polish textbooks, toys and teaching aids are used. The program includes English language immersion within a blended Canadian and Polish curriculum.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities There is a gymnasium for children and teachers. There is a verdant playground and a 700-square-meter field adjacent to the building.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities —	Academic facilities English language immersion is used in all activities. The curriculum blends Canadian Maple Bear with the Polish national program. Two teachers work in every classroom. Groups are small in size.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	Extra curricular facilities Extra activities provide fun and engaging programs beyond regular classroom learning time.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History —	History In September 2024, Wrocław welcomed the opening of Maple Bear Wrocław, the second Maple Bear Polish-Canadian school and preschool in Poland, following Maple Bear Katowice. The Wrocław campus is housed in the historic Kościuszki 84 building, which formerly served as a primary school and, in the 1970s, as a boarding school. For many Wrocław residents, the address is also associated with the Wrocław School of Jazz and Entertainment Music, which opened in 1998. After the building's closure, it joined the Maple Bear network.
Community	Community —	Community —
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual —	Academic & intellectual English language immersion: The school uses daily English in all activities. The curriculum is a blended Canadian Maple Bear and Polish national curriculum. Teaching methods are inquiry-based learning. The school undergoes an annual MBQA Quality Assurance Program review by expert Canadian school administrators to support and evaluate educational practices.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language The school operates within a bilingual education framework. English language immersion is a cornerstone of learning, with daily English use across activities. The curriculum blends Canadian Maple Bear content with the Polish national curriculum. The admissions policy notes a bilingual education framework.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies Extra activities are offered beyond regular classroom learning time. These activities are fun and engaging and extend learning beyond the classroom. Participation supports collaboration and social interaction in a bilingual setting. The day emphasizes learning through play and everyday activities.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing —	Lifestyle & wellbeing The school is open year-round from 7:30 to 17:30. Two teachers are in every classroom and groups are kept small to support a safe, supportive learning environment. The bilingual English–Polish framework and English-language immersion contribute to daily well-being and language development. Uniforms Shop and other family services are available to support daily school life.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision —	Language provision English language immersion is used daily in all activities. The curriculum blends the Canadian Maple Bear program with the Polish national curriculum. The bilingual framework supports instruction in English and Polish. Polish language and content are integrated as part of the bilingual program.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching The school offers bilingual education in English and Polish.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs The school provides English language immersion with daily use of English in all activities.
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions —	Admissions 1. Schedule a Visit. The first step in the admissions process is to schedule a visit to Maple Bear Wrocław to explore the school environment, meet the Maple Bear team, and gain a deeper understanding of the bilingual curriculum. During the visit, you and your child have the chance to ask questions and see classrooms in action. This step sets the stage for a smooth transition into Maple Bear's bilingual program. 2. Visit with Your Child. Parents are encouraged to visit the school together with their child to allow the child to experience the atmosphere firsthand and participate in introductory activities. The admissions team may observe your child in an informal setting to help ensure a smooth transition if they join the Maple Bear community. This helps establish comfort and familiarity from the start. 3. English Language Assessment (if applicable). Depending on the grade level and the school's requirements, your child may be asked to complete an English language assessment to determine language proficiency and readiness for the bilingual program. The need for this test varies, and the admissions team will inform you if it is necessary. This assessment informs subsequent steps in the admissions process. 4. Final Approval. After all steps are completed, the admissions team reviews the application and notifies you of the admission decision. If approved, enrollment is completed via the parents portal and you prepare for your child's first day at Maple Bear Wrocław. This marks the completion of the admissions process.
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Waitlist	Waitlist —	Waitlist —
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