Thames British School Warsaw vs Thames British School Warsaw - Ochota Campus (ul. Wawelska 66/74)

	T Thames British School Warsaw Warsaw, Poland	T Thames British School Warsaw - Ochota Campus (ul. Wawelska 66/74) Warsaw, Poland
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year PLN 56,000 - 99,950	Fees / year PLN 56,000
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 5 - 11 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, IB (DP)	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary)
Pupils	Pupils 800	Pupils 800
Typical class size	Typical class size 16	Typical class size 16
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened —	Opened —
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Thames British School Warsaw operates across four campuses in the suburbs of Warsaw: Ochota (ul. Wawelska 66/74, 02-034), Włochy (ul. Gładka 31, 02-172), Mokotów Primary (ul. Józefa i Jana Rostafińskich 1, 02-593), and Mokotów High School (ul. Domaniewska 50, 02-672). The campuses serve Preschool through to High School and are part of the Thames British School Warsaw network.	Location —
Stages	Stages From the Early Years Foundation Stage to Cambridge International AS/A Levels and the IB Diploma Programme, for students aged 2.5–18.	Stages —
School type	School type Private British international school	School type —
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support AEN policy; EAL policy.	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation United Kingdom (curriculum aligned with England's National Curriculum).	Country affiliation —
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details Bus service provided by an external company; door-to-door transport with pickup points in Warsaw and suburbs.	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Tuition fees (full year and term breakdown by school stage) - Early Years (Nursery – Reception): PLN 56,000 per year. Term payments: Payment 1 PLN 22,400; Payment 2 PLN 22,400; Payment 3 PLN 3,200 (final instalment is shown net after the enrolment-credit arrangement). - Key Stage 1 (Year 1 – Year 2): PLN 72,100 per year. Term payments: Payment 1 PLN 28,840; Payment 2 PLN 28,840; Payment 3 PLN 6,420. - Key Stage 2 (Year 3 – Year 6): PLN 85,400 per year. Term payments: Payment 1 PLN 34,160; Payment 2 PLN 34,160; Payment 3 PLN 9,080. - Key Stage 3 (Year 7 – Year 9): PLN 91,600 per year. Term payments: Payment 1 PLN 36,640; Payment 2 PLN 36,640; Payment 3 PLN 10,320. - Key Stage 4 (Year 10 – Year 11, IGCSE): PLN 97,500 per year. Term payments: Payment 1 PLN 39,000; Payment 2 PLN 39,000; Payment 3 PLN 11,500. - Key Stage 5 / Sixth Form (Year 12 – Year 13, IBDP or AS/A‑Levels): PLN 99,950 per year. Term payments: Payment 1 PLN 39,980; Payment 2 PLN 39,980; Payment 3 PLN 11,990. Students in final‑stage classes choose between IBDP and AS/A‑Levels. One‑off and initial charges - Registration fee: PLN 4,000. This registration (application) charge is payable on first enrolment and is non‑refundable. - Deposit: PLN 4,000 (refundable). The deposit is charged once per family and is refundable provided all accounts are fully settled and school property is returned. - Enrolment fee (annual): PLN 8,000. This annual enrolment charge is non‑refundable but is credited in full against the final tuition payment(s) of the school year (which is why the final instalment shown in the term schedule is reduced). Billing schedule and payment terms - Fees are shown on a three‑instalment schedule (Payment 1, Payment 2, Payment 3) corresponding to the three school terms; amounts for each stage are listed above. The enrolment fee is applied to the final instalment(s), which is reflected in the Payment 3 amounts above. - Discounts affecting billing: sibling discount 10% (applies to tuition fees); embassy discount 5% (applies to tuition fees); Early Bird discount 5% available for enrolments completed in the Early Bird period; full‑year upfront payment by 31 July 2026 earns a 5% discount; a combined Early Bird + 100% up‑front option is available (8% discount when applicable). Discounts are applied in order of increasing rate and some upfront/early‑payment discounts are mutually exclusive as described in the discount policy. - Asterisk note on final instalment: where a credit/financing arrangement is requested, a re‑registration fee may be charged and will affect the final instalment. The tableed Payment 3 figures reflect the enrolment‑fee credit and any such notes. Charges paid on a continuing basis / other recurring optional fees - After‑school care (optional): PLN 2,000 per term (Term 1 PLN 2,000; Term 2 PLN 2,000; Term 3 PLN 1,000) — PLN 5,000 per year. Registration for after‑school care is required before each term. - Extra‑curricular clubs (optional): PLN 890–1,290 per term for one club (per child). Early enrolment for clubs is required before each term. - Other typical additional costs that may apply (not included in tuition): specialist external exam fees where applicable, optional trips and camps, individual instrumental tuition, school transport if arranged, paid medical or therapy services if required. Specific charges for these items are invoiced separately when applicable. Uniforms and related costs - School uniform is required for Years 1–13 (optional for Nursery–Reception). Uniform items are sold through the school's authorised supplier and can be collected from campus after purchase. Prices for uniform items are set by the supplier and are paid separately to the supplier. Boarding fees (if applicable) - Boarding is not applicable for Thames British School's Warsaw campuses (the school operates day campuses). Therefore no boarding fees apply. Refund information and credit / cancellation notes - Registration fee (PLN 4,000) is non‑refundable. The enrolment fee (PLN 8,000) is non‑refundable but is credited to the final tuition payment(s) for the school year. The deposit (PLN 4,000) is refundable provided all accounts are settled and school property is returned at the end of enrolment. Additional refunds or charges for mid‑year withdrawals, term‑time reductions, or exceptional circumstances are handled according to the school's fee policy and invoicing procedures; the published summary specifies the deposit and enrolment refund/credit rules above. Fee payment options and invoicing - The school uses a parent portal (SchoolBase) for administrative processes and invoicing. Specific accepted payment methods (for example bank transfer, credit card, direct debit) are not listed in the public fee summary; invoices and account statements are issued through the SchoolBase Portal and the school's admissions/finance office provides the exact payment instructions and account details on request. Summary of key amounts (PLN) - Registration fee: PLN 4,000 (non‑refundable). Deposit: PLN 4,000 (refundable conditional). Enrolment fee: PLN 8,000 (non‑refundable; credited to final payment). Tuition ranges by stage: PLN 56,000 (Early Years) up to PLN 99,950 (Sixth Form), with the term instalments shown above. Optional recurring charges include after‑school care (PLN 2,000/term; PLN 5,000/year) and extra‑curricular clubs (PLN 890–1,290/term).	Fee details —
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Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement The school uses a uniform to promote a sense of community among its diverse international student body. For boys (Years 1–13): shirt, trousers, polo shirt (long and short sleeves), jumper or cardigan, and sportswear. For girls (Years 1–13): shirt, skirt, polo shirt (long and short sleeves), jumper or cardigan, and sportswear. Nursery (Nursery–Reception) uniforms are optional. Uniforms are sold through an external supplier via the Thames British School shop, and purchased uniforms can be collected at the campus.	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options Meals are provided at the Wawelska, Włochy, and Mokotów campuses by a catering company. The company offers vegetarian, lactose-free, and gluten-free options to meet dietary needs. Parents have access to an online platform to order meals for their children and may choose breakfast and lunch (separately or together). Payments are made directly to the catering company.	Food options —
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is part of the Dukes Education network. It is governed by a senior leadership team led by an Executive Head of Schools with campus Heads of School responsible for governance and strategic direction.	Governance and ownership —
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Cambridge International Curriculum and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme form the core of Thames British School Warsaw. It offers a continuum from Preschool through High School (2.5 to 18/19 years). Classes are taught in English with additional Polish, Spanish or German language lessons. The school links the Polish national system with international assessment partners, and students undertake Cambridge International IGCSEs and A Levels as well as the IB Diploma Programme. The English immersion and multilingual language provision support learners' language development across the curriculum.	Curriculum details —
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Graduates are prepared for higher education at universities worldwide, with certificates recognised by universities globally.	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 —
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing —	Mental wellbeing —
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding —
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Thames British School Warsaw operates four campuses in Warsaw. The campuses offer modern, spacious learning environments and are well equipped. The language of instruction is English, with Polish, Spanish or German language lessons available. The school has an international, multicultural community with students from more than 50 nationalities. The campuses provide varied settings while delivering the same Thames experience.	Facilities overview —
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The Włochy Campus features a three-storey modern building, two gyms, a multipurpose sports area, and a brand-new playground. The facilities are designed to support students' educational and physical development. The campus provides access to a range of sport and exercise facilities. There are sport and recreational facilities available on campus.	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities IT lab with state-of-the-art computers supports digital learning. A science lab enables practical experiments. An art room provides space for creative work. A music lab and a cozy library support independent study and research.	Academic facilities —
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities A wide range of extracurricular activities is offered. Students are encouraged to participate in the school newspaper and take leadership roles in the student council. Charity markets are run as part of volunteer work. Life at the Włochy Campus includes opportunities for creative collaboration and community involvement.	Extra curricular facilities —
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Thames British School Warsaw is a private British international school in the suburbs of Warsaw. It operates three campuses: Mokotów Primary Campus, Mokotów High School Campus and Włochy Campus. It provides Cambridge International Curriculum and IB Diploma Programme for students from ages 2.5 to 18/19. It is part of the Dukes Education group, with governance led by David Fitzgerald (CEO, Chair of Governors, Dukes Education Europe), Philippe Grosskost (MD/Chair and Managing Director of Dukes Central Europe), Libby Nicholas (Dukes Representative and Group Education Director), Chris Durbin (Independent Governor), and Dr Daniela Vasile (Director of Learning Central & South Europe). More than 800 students from over 50 nationalities study at Thames, with English as the language of instruction and Polish, Spanish or German available as additional language lessons.	History —
Community	Community Thames British School Warsaw has an international, multicultural community of more than 800 students from over 50 nationalities. English is the language of instruction, with Polish, Spanish and German language lessons offered as additional languages. The school emphasises its CARE values: Collaborative and Compassionate, Authentic, Responsible and Resilient, Enlightened, which guide safeguarding and school culture. News and announcements on the site include updates such as the start of a new school year, staff introductions, and teacher workshops, reflecting ongoing community engagement.	Community —
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Robotics courses teach engineering and physics concepts. Students design, build, and program robots in teams, learning to collaborate on technical projects. They explore multiple solutions to challenges and apply engineering processes. Brain Fitness Games and Minecraft Programming support programming skills and cognitive development through engaging, project-based activities.	Academic & intellectual —
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Instrumental Music courses cover guitar, piano, and violin, focusing on developing musical creativity. Art or Drawing & Vision expands self-expression through visual arts. Dance and Ballet classes promote movement and performance skills, while Acrobatics builds strength, balance, and coordination. These programs aim to foster confidence and collaborative learning in the arts.	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	Cultural & language English courses focus on pronunciation, speaking and listening practice to support English proficiency. They are designed to help students achieve academic progress at Thames British School. The program integrates language development with other activities to strengthen communication skills.	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Chess classes include lessons, group work, individual problem-solving, and tournaments to develop strategic thinking. Tennis classes develop hand-eye coordination and fitness in group settings. Dance and Acrobatics provide expressive and physical activities that support social interaction. Ballet complements physical education with artistry and performance opportunities.	Social & hobbies —
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Judo and Kickboxing classes promote fitness, discipline, and self-control. Ballet and Dance support flexibility, balance, and healthy movement. Acrobatics builds strength and resilience.	Lifestyle & wellbeing —
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision English is the language of instruction. Polish, Spanish or German language lessons are offered.	Language provision —
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs English immersion with English as the language of instruction. Polish, Spanish or German language lessons are offered.	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Thames British School Warsaw accepts students aged 2.5 to 18 years old and conducts admissions throughout the year. The admissions process consists of six steps: 1) Complete the Enquiry Form to begin the process. 2) Book an appointment to meet the Admissions Officer, Leadership Team, and teachers to receive comprehensive information; visits to the campus or online meetings are available. 3) Submit the documents required by the Admissions Team. 4) Undergo Interviews, Trial Sessions, and Assessments: Pre-School and Primary (Year 1–Year 6) require an informal interview with the child and a 1–2 day trial session; Secondary (Year 7–Year 9) requires an online written English language test and an informal interview (a trial day may be arranged); High School – IGCSE (Year 10–Year 11) requires an online English language test and an interview; High School – IB DP or A Levels (Year 12–Year 13) requires an online English language test, an interview, and a meeting with the High School Principal or the IB DP/A Level Coordinator. A meeting with the school psychologist may be recommended for all students. 5) Admissions Decision and Enrolment Form: for accepted candidates the Enrolment Form is emailed. 6) Secure Your Place at Our School: place is secured by signing the contract. Admissions are conducted year-round.	Admissions —
Scholarships	Scholarships Thames British School offers two scholarship tracks for Upper Secondary (IGCSE) and IB Diploma Programmes: Academic Scholarship and Outstanding Merit Scholarship. Scholarships are awarded to Year 10 and Year 12 candidates who demonstrate excellent capacity through entrance examinations and the scholarship admission process. Entrance requirements include a minimum 80% in Mathematics and CEFR English at level C1. There are five scholarships awarded each year: one 100%, two 75%, and two 50% discounts on the yearly school fees. Thames Primary School alumni may also apply. Scholarships are valid for two academic years and recipients must maintain high academic results, good behaviour, and at least 90% attendance; eligibility is reviewed by a committee, and results must be certified by June 30 for continuation.	Scholarships —
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