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Bilingual Primary School No. 1 - Cambridge International School

Poland, Warsaw

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Polish, English
Fees PLN 26,400
Ages Not listed
Type Co-educational
Opened 2009
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary)
Taught languages English, Spanish, French
Typical class size 18
Strengths STEM, Visual and Creative Arts, Sport
Clubs Arts and Creative
Stages Preschool, Early Years, Primary School, Middle School
Introduction

Located in Warsaw, Bilingual Primary School No. 1 - Cambridge International School offers Cambridge Primary (grades 1–5) and Cambridge Lower Secondary (grades 6–8). Classes are taught exclusively in English and cover Mathematics, English as a Second Language, and Science (grades 1–6), with Biology, Chemistry and Physics from grade 7, plus ICT and Art & Design as an extracurricular club for grades 4–8. In 2016 the school earned Cambridge International Education accreditation and joined the Cambridge International Schools network, aligning with Cambridge Pathways that guide students from age 5 to 19. The Lower Secondary culminates in Cambridge Checkpoint assessments, aligned with Cambridge IGCSE benchmarks, and an integrated evaluation system supports teachers in planning. The campus has spacious classrooms, a sports hall, an outdoor field, a computer lab, a library, and an after-school facility, with a school bus service. The program emphasizes collaboration, critical thinking, ICT skills, and openness to other cultures.

ul. Wspólna 55, 05-075 Warszawa 6 Weso2a, Poland

The Essentials

Bilingual Primary School No. 1 - Cambridge International School has typical class sizes of 18, instruction in Polish, English.

Location
Located in the Warsaw district of Wesoła, at ul. Wspólna 55, 05-075 Warszawa-Wesoła, Poland. The neighbourhood is green and pleasant. The school is accessible by local transport, and a school bus is available.

Stages
Cambridge Primary (Classes 1–6) and Cambridge Lower Secondary (Classes 7–8) within an eight-year education cycle. In Class 8, students sit Cambridge Checkpoint.

Type
Private bilingual Cambridge International School

Additional learning support
On-site psychologist and pedagogue provide psychological and educational support; parents may request consultations by appointment.

Country affiliation
Poland; Cambridge International Education accreditation since 2016.

Religious affiliation
Neutral on worldview and religion.

Bus service
The school operates a school bus.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
The school runs a cafeteria. All students use the cafeteria during breaks. Lunch is provided as a two-course meal delivered by a catering company, with parents paying for lunches. Other meals, such as breakfasts, are prepared by parents/guardians at home.

Governance and Ownership
The school is governed by the Foundation's Board. The Foundation provides facilities and equipment to the school and supports its operations.
Fees

Annual tuition at Bilingual Primary School No. 1 - Cambridge International School ranges from PLN 26,400 for 2026/27.

Application and registration fees

- Recruitment (application) fee: PLN 300 — one-time payment made when submitting the child's application.
- Registration (entry) fee: PLN 3,000 — one-time payment made at the time of signing the education contract ("Umowa o Kształceniu").

Tuition fees (annual / per-academic-year detail)

- Annual tuition for the 2025/2026 academic year: PLN 26,400 per pupil (this is stated as the school's annual tuition amount).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The recruitment fee is due on application submission. The registration fee is due when signing the education contract and must be completed no later than the deadline set by the school at acceptance (requirements related to signing the contract and making the initial payment are part of the enrolment formalities).
- Detailed instalment options and scheduled tuition invoicing are administered through the school's payment panel; parents/guardians complete fee transactions and view instalment schedules via the school's payment system. Specific instalment schedules are handled through that payment portal.

Boarding fees

- Boarding: not applicable. The school is a day bilingual primary school (Dwujęzyczna Szkoła Podstawowa nr 1); no boarding or internat fees are listed.

Other payable items and regular ancillary costs

- School trips and camps (e.g., "białe i zielone szkoły"), excursions, theatre outings, external exam fees, competitions (as chosen), and textbooks for classes not covered by subsidy are additional payable items.
- Student accident insurance (NNW) is charged extra where applicable.
- School meals: PLN 15 per day (charged separately).

Refunds and contract-related returns

- Contract formalities (including the requirement to sign the "Umowa o Kształceniu" and to make the initial payment) are specified as part of the admissions process; no separate public fee refund schedule is published alongside the fee summary. Contract terms govern any refund or cancellation rules.

Fee payment methods and practical payment details

- Bank transfer: payments may be made by bank transfer to the school's account at PKO BP — 44 1020 1127 0000 1302 0286 9295. This account is used for fee payments.
- Online payment and administration: tuition and ancillary fees are processed through the school's payment panel (Inso) and the meal panel (StartEdu) for catering charges; access to instalment invoices and payment history is managed in those systems. Logging into the payment panel is required to view detailed instalment options and billing statements.

Brief summary of findings and missing public details

- Publicly listed, specific numeric items found: recruitment fee (PLN 300), registration fee (PLN 3,000), annual tuition for 2025/2026 (PLN 26,400), meal cost (PLN 15/day), and a list of additional payable items (trips, exams, textbooks not covered by subsidy, insurance).
- The school's public fee information does not include a published breakdown of tuition by individual year groups or explicit per-term / per-semester amounts, nor a detailed public schedule of instalment dates or a publicly posted refund policy; those operational details are administered through the school's enrolment/contract procedures and the payment portal. Contract terms govern payment timing and any refunds.
Academics

Bilingual Primary School No. 1 - Cambridge International School teaches Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary).

Curriculum
The Cambridge International Educational Programme is implemented at the school with Cambridge Primary for grades 1–5 and Cambridge Lower Secondary for grades 6–8. Classes are taught exclusively in English and cover Mathematics, English as a Second Language, Science (grades 1–6), Biology, Chemistry and Physics (from grade 7), ICT, and Art & Design (the latter as a club for grades 4–8). Joining the Cambridge programme earned Cambridge International School status for the school. The Cambridge Pathway provides a clear route for educational success from age 5 to 19. The Cambridge Lower Secondary culminates with Checkpoint, an assessment of Science, Mathematics and English as a Second Language, and an integrated evaluation system supports teachers in planning; Cambridge Checkpoint aligns with Cambridge IGCSE benchmarks. The programme aims to stimulate diligent learning, develop talents, strengthen information technology skills, foster teamwork and critical thinking, and promote openness to other people and cultures.

Gifted and Talented
The Cambridge Primary and Cambridge Lower Secondary programmes stimulate students to develop talents. There is an Art & Design club for classes 4–8 that provides enrichment opportunities.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school prepares students comprehensively for a good start in adult life. A high standard of teaching and intensive foreign language study takes place in a friendly and safe atmosphere. A qualified staff fosters the best possible intellectual development using modern teaching methods. Students are motivated to actively participate in the learning process. The school emphasizes digital literacy, health education, and ecological awareness. It also cultivates personal culture, respect for others, honesty, responsibility, tolerance, teamwork, emotional maturity, and assertiveness.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school provides psychological-pedagogical support for students with special educational needs. It offers additional support or tutoring sessions and consultations as needed. Support includes meetings with a psychologist or school pedagogue. The school cooperates with local psychological-pedagogical counseling centers and may implement IPET or ITN upon a parent/guardian request. IPET and ITN can be arranged to meet individual student needs, with staff coordinating to support inclusive education.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English is mandatory from class one; it is treated as both the language of instruction and the foreign language. A large share of teachers are fluent in English, enabling lessons to be delivered in English. The Cambridge Curriculum is used, with Cambridge Primary for classes 1–5 and Cambridge Lower Secondary for classes 6–8. English as a Second Language is part of the curriculum. Spanish or French is offered as additional languages.

Mental Wellbeing
The school provides mental wellbeing support with a school psychologist and a pedagogue who work together to observe and run workshops for students and teachers. Parents can request individual consultations by appointment. The Welfare and Prevention Program includes activities and meetings involving the psychologist/pedagogue, with collaboration to support student well-being. Staff receive ongoing training to support students' mental health and resilience. The school aims to maintain a safe and supportive environment that nurtures emotional maturity.

Safeguarding
The school provides care from a pedagogue and a psychologist who monitor student well-being and organize workshops. Parents may request consultations with the psychologist or pedagogue. The school cooperates with local psychological-pedagogical counseling centers and other institutions to provide guidance and specialized help. The program includes crisis support and safety education, including guidance on safe technology use. Safeguarding procedures are integrated into school operations and staff work to maintain a secure environment.
Parent Experience

History
The Bilingual Primary School No. 1 has been operating in the education market since 2009. In 2016, the Cambridge International Education Program accreditation was awarded, and the school joined Cambridge International Schools. Cambridge Assessment International Education is part of the University of Cambridge, and the Cambridge Pathway provides a learning path for students from age 5 to 19. The program at the school includes Cambridge Primary for grades 1-5 and Cambridge Lower Secondary for grades 6-8. Classes are taught in English and cover Mathematics, English as a Second Language, Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics from grade 7), ICT, and Art & Design; the Cambridge Lower Secondary culminates with Cambridge Checkpoint, an assessment aligned with Cambridge IGCSE.

Community
The school is located in Warsaw, in the Wesoła district. As part of the Erasmus+ program, the school hosted guests from Germany and Spain. The school offers a range of after-school clubs and activities, including English is Fun, Art & Craft, Creative Workshops, Needle and Thread, Let's Dance, Chess, Music Club, Explorers, Spanish Fun, Physics Puzzles, Book Meetings, Robotics, and Math Riders.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The school has a Parent Council representing the parents of students. Members are elected from class parent councils by secret ballot at the first parents' meeting each school year. The Council adopts its own regulations, operates independently, and can raise funds from parents and other sources. It provides opinions and proposals to the Director and other school bodies to support the school. The Foundation's Board collaborates with the Parent Council but retains final decision-making authority. The Council helps organize events and activities and facilitates parental involvement; its term of office lasts one year.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Located in a beautiful, green area, the school provides spacious, sunlit, modern-equipped classrooms and various extracurricular spaces. The campus features a sports hall and a playground with an outdoor sports field. It includes a computer lab (IT room), a library and a school after-school facility. A school bus serves the campus.

Sports Facilities
The school has a sports hall and an outdoor playground with a playing field.

Academic Facilities
Two Cambridge levels are offered: Cambridge Primary (grades 1–5) and Cambridge Lower Secondary (grades 6–8). Classes are conducted exclusively in English. The Cambridge curriculum includes Mathematics; English as a Second Language; Science (Class 1–6); Biology, Chemistry, Physics (from Class 7); ICT; and Art & Design, with Art & Design offered as an extracurricular club for Classes 4–8. The Cambridge Lower Secondary program ends with the Checkpoint exam, which assesses students' knowledge and skills in Science, Mathematics and English as a Second Language. An integrated evaluation system is part of the Cambridge program, indicating students' strengths and weaknesses and supporting teachers in planning instruction; the Checkpoint format is similar to the Cambridge IGCSE.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Art & Design is offered as an extracurricular club for Classes 4–8. The school encourages active participation in school clubs.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Cambridge Primary runs for grades 1–5 and Cambridge Lower Secondary for grades 6–8. Classes are taught exclusively in English. The programs aim to develop diligent knowledge, talents, ICT skills, teamwork, critical thinking, and openness to others and cultures; subjects include Mathematics; English as a Second Language; Science (grades 1–6); Biology, Chemistry, Physics (from grade 7); ICT, and Art & Design as an extracurricular club for grades 4–8. The Cambridge Lower Secondary culminates in Cambridge Checkpoint assessments, and an integrated evaluation system supports teachers in planning instruction.

Arts & Creative
Art & Design is offered as an extracurricular club for grades 4–8.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the instructional language for Cambridge Primary (classes 1-5) and Cambridge Lower Secondary (classes 6-8). English as a Second Language is taught as a subject.

Bilingual Teaching
No; classes are conducted exclusively in English.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Recruitment for Bilingual Primary School No. 1 takes place after a positive recruitment result and after Parents/Guardians fulfill the formalities specified in the School Statute. Recruitment occurs year-round, as long as the school has vacant places. The process uses additional criteria such as whether siblings are educated at Bilingual Primary School No. 1 or at Dwujęzyczne Przedszkole abc, and the order of applications. A positive recruitment outcome is required for enrollment.

2. During recruitment, the school uses additional criteria such as whether a candidate has siblings enrolled at Bilingual Primary School No. 1 or at Dwujęzyczne Przedszkole abc, and the order in which applications are received. These criteria supplement the standard evaluation and do not guarantee admission.

3. To become a student, submit the Child's Application Form (Karta zgłoszenia dziecka) to the school secretary and pay the recruitment fee. The submission initiates the admissions sequence and the school confirms receipt. The process continues with testing and interviews as part of the admissions sequence. The school informs applicants of the next steps following submission.

4. Process for Class 1 begins with submitting the Child's Application Form at the school secretary and paying the recruitment fee. This submission starts the formal admissions sequence, and the school schedules the forthcoming assessment steps. The next stages include testing and interviews.

5. For Class 1, the candidate undergoes a competency test consisting of two parts: Part I covers knowledge and skills related to preschool education and school readiness; Part II covers knowledge of the English language. The test assesses readiness and language proficiency. The results inform eligibility for the next stage of the admissions process. The test is conducted as part of the standard admissions procedure.

6. The candidate participates in a group meeting conducted by a psychologist/educational psychologist at the school. The session assesses social interaction and readiness indicators. The psychologist's observations inform the recruitment decision. The candidate's performance is considered together with other recruitment components.

7. There is a meeting/interview with the Director of the school with the Parents/Guardians. The meeting discusses the candidate's suitability for enrollment and answers questions from the Parents/Guardians. The Director records the outcome and communicates the overall decision. The meeting is a formal part of concluding the recruitment for Class 1.

8. A summary of all recruitment stages is prepared and a positive final result is issued if the candidate meets the criteria. The final result confirms admission for Class 1. The summary consolidates the assessments from testing, group session, and the Director's review.

9. The candidate must provide documents confirming readiness for schooling or other documents issued by Psychology-Pedagogical Counseling centers. The documents are required to finalize enrollment. The school reviews these documents as part of the admissions process. The documents support the readiness assessment for school placement.

10. For classes 2–8, the recruitment process includes: submitting the Child's Application Form and paying the recruitment fee; undergoing a recruitment interview with a positive result in Polish, English, and Mathematics; participating in at least two days of school-based activities with peers (duration determined individually); and providing documents confirming promotion and the results from the lower class. The admissions sequence for 2–8 follows these steps in addition to standard evaluations.

11. The Director informs Parents/Guardians of the recruitment result within 14 days after the process ends. The notification confirms whether admission is offered. The timeline provides a clear deadline for decisions and next steps.

12. Parents/Guardians who receive a positive recruitment result must, within a period set by the school (but no later than 14 days), do the following: read the Statute of Bilingual Primary School No. 1; sign the Education Agreement at the school; complete the initial payment by the signing date; and provide the required documents, including a copy of the birth certificate and a photograph for the student's card. These steps finalize enrollment.

13. Failure to complete the above formalities within the designated timeframe is equivalent to withdrawal from cooperation with the school. Enrollment is not finalized until all required steps are completed within the stated deadlines.
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