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The Canadian School of Warsaw

Poland, Warsaw

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Polish
Fees PLN 42,150 - 51,000
Ages 3 - 14 years
Pupil numbers 250
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), Jordanian Curriculum
Taught languages French, English, Polish
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Primary School
Introduction

The Canadian School of Warsaw is an IB World School delivering the Primary Years Programme in English alongside the Polish national curriculum for students aged 3 to 14. The preschool cohort (ages 3–6) follows the PYP in English, while older students study under the Polish Ministry of Education curriculum in addition to IB. The school operates on three Mokotów campuses: Preschool at 53 Krasickiego Street, and Elementary at 7 Bełska Street and 11 Olimpijska Street. It was authorized as an IB World School on January 6, 2014 (Authorization Nr 005004). The PYP uses inquiry-based, transdisciplinary learning across six themes to foster international-mindedness and action. The language program supports proficiency in English, Polish and French, aiming for at least two languages beyond the mother tongue. Facilities include a large gym, a library, an art room, and a soccer field across the three campuses. Extracurricular offerings span music, sport, foreign languages and community service, integrating with the IB and Polish curricula.

Bełska 7, 02-638 Warszawa, Poland

The Essentials

The Canadian School of Warsaw has 250 pupils, instruction in English, Polish.

Location
Three campuses in the Mokotów district of Warsaw, Poland: the Preschool campus at 53 Krasickiego Street (near Dreszer Park) and the Elementary School campuses at 7 Bełska Street and 11 Olimpijska Street.

Stages
Preschool and Elementary

Type
International IB World School offering the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) for both Preschool and Elementary

Additional learning support
Psychologist / Counsellor
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
A formal school uniform is worn on regular school days; Fridays are exempt.

Food Options
Lunch is included in CSW Summer Camp.

Governance and Ownership
The school is a private educational institution run and supervised by The Canadian School of Warsaw sp. z o.o. The governing bodies are the Organ prowadzący (the governing body), the Director, and the Pedagogical Council. Pedagogical supervision is provided by the Mazowiecki Kurator Oświaty in Warsaw and by IB oversight; a Student Council represents the students.
Fees

Annual tuition at The Canadian School of Warsaw ranges from PLN 42,150 to PLN 51,000 for 2026/27.

Application / Registration fee

- A non‑refundable one‑time registration (wpisowe) fee is charged at enrolment: PLN 3,000.

Deposit (refund / security against school receivables)

- A refundable deposit for the school's receivables is charged at enrolment: PLN 4,000.

Assessment session fee (elementary only)

- A one‑time assessment / placement fee for Elementary applicants is charged: PLN 200.

Tuition fees by year group (annual and monthly options)

- Preschool — Smilies & Juniors (3–4 year‑olds): PLN 42,150 per year, or PLN 4,215 × 10 instalments.

- Preschool — Seniors & Seniors Advanced (5–6 year‑olds): PLN 45,250 per year, or PLN 4,525 × 10 instalments.

- Elementary School — Grades 1–3 (7–9 year‑olds): PLN 47,850 per year, or PLN 4,785 × 10 instalments.

- Elementary School — Grades 4–8 (10–14 year‑olds): PLN 51,000 per year, or PLN 5,100 × 10 instalments.

Discounts

- Seniority discount (for students attending the school over 3 years): PLN 100.
- Family discount (when two or more children from one family attend): PLN 200 per family.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The annual tuition is structured to be paid in 10 monthly instalments (where the instalment option is chosen). Instalments are due by the 5th day of each month. The school's published schedules use a 10‑month instalment model for the annual fee.

- A student's place is secured only after receipt of the registration fee, the refundable deposit and the first month's tuition. The tuition fee is due by the 5th of each month.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not applicable. The institution operates as a preschool and day elementary school and does not list boarding or boarding fees.

Other costs and typical additional charges

- The published fee schedule explicitly lists the registration fee, refundable deposit, assessment fee (elementary) and the annual tuition (with 10‑month instalment options) and the two discounts above. No separate uniform fee, transport fee, boarding fee or routine additional line‑item is shown in the published tuition summary. Local extra items (for example optional extracurricular activities, lunches, school trips or special course materials) are not itemised in the public tuition summary.

Refund information

- The registration (wpisowe) fee is one‑time and non‑refundable. The deposit for the school's receivables is refundable. The assessment session charge applies to Elementary applicants. Refund and cancellation details for other payments (tuition instalments, examples of partial‑term refunds, timelines and conditions) are governed by the School's Agreement / Enrollment documents and the Agreement provided at enrolment.

Fee payment options

- The publicly published tuition pages specify instalment timing and amounts and the enrolment payment requirements, but they do not list specific payment methods or bank account details on the tuition summary page. Payment method details and invoice / bank account information are provided in the School's Agreement and on the school's administrative invoices. For practical enrolment planning, payments are arranged as part of the enrolment and Agreement process.

Notes for planning

- All amounts are shown in Polish złoty (PLN) as presented in the school's published fee schedule for the 2026/2027 academic year (annual amounts and corresponding 10‑month instalment figures are listed above). Discounts for seniority and siblings apply as specified. The registration fee is payable at enrolment and is non‑refundable; the deposit is charged at enrolment and is refundable.
Academics

The Canadian School of Warsaw teaches IB (PYP), Jordanian Curriculum for students aged 3 to 14.

Curriculum
The Canadian School of Warsaw offers a Primary Year Programme (PYP) as part of the International Baccalaureate. The school became an authorized IB World School on January 6, 2014. The curriculum is a rigorous, inquiry-based programme that empowers students to take action and become lifelong learners, fostering international-mindedness through inquiry and six transdisciplinary themes: Who we are; Where we are in place and time; How we express ourselves; How the world works; How we organize ourselves; Sharing the planet. The school is registered with the Polish Board of Education and prepares students for the PET (Preliminary English Test), the FCE (First Certificate in English), and the CAE (Certificate in Advanced English). The IB programme runs in English alongside the Polish national curriculum, with language support in English, Polish and French to help students achieve proficiency in at least two languages beyond their mother tongue.

Exam Results
The school prepares students for PET, FCE and CAE English examinations; the oldest group achieve strong academic results in both Polish and international contexts. An 8th Grade Exam Results 2024 image is shown in the Elementary section, indicating published exam results.

Gifted and Talented
The school coordinates most of the mathematics and chemistry competitions and conducts classes with gifted students.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The Canadian School of Warsaw integrates social and emotional learning as a core part of its approach. Mindfulness and emotional intelligence are explicitly included in the program. The curriculum fosters caring, empathy and healthy relationships, and supports students' collaboration, self-reflection and communication. The IB-aligned program emphasizes mutual respect, tolerance and understanding within a diverse community. The preschool and elementary programs include activities such as Yoga & Mindfulness and Emotional Intelligence to develop resilience and social skills.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school provides access to professionals who support students with special needs, including a nurse, a psychologist and a speech therapist. The Preschool program explicitly states it provides support from a professional nurse, psychologist, speech therapist, and security guard. Elementary students also have access to a psychologist.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The language of instruction is English. The Preschool delivers the Primary Years Programme in English and teaches French and Polish as additional languages. The Elementary Programme uses English as the language of instruction.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported by access to a psychologist and mindfulness-based activities. The Preschool page notes a psychologist and aims to help students cope with emotional challenges and build resilience. The Elementary page confirms a psychologist is available, and mindfulness and emotional intelligence are incorporated into activities.

Safeguarding
A Child Protection Policy covers prevention, detection and response to all forms of child abuse, with staff training and reporting procedures, integrated with the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. A Health and Safety Policy is also provided, detailing procedures to protect students and informing parents of safety procedures.
Parent Experience

History
The Canadian School of Warsaw was founded on February 14, 2000 to cater for the bilingual educational needs of families with international origins. Starting with only five students, it has enjoyed rapid growth thanks to its good reputation, passion, care and an excellent team of teachers. The founders aimed to provide high-quality education at an affordable price. The school now operates on three campuses: the Preschool at 53 Krasickiego Street near Dreszer Park, and the Elementary School at 7 Bełska Street and 11 Olimpijska Street.

Community
The Canadian School of Warsaw offers a well-rounded, holistic education that fosters the growth and development of intelligent, globally conscious and caring citizens. It is known for its warm community feel and strong connection with the community, along with an extensive extracurricular programme, engaging events, and high standards of moral and ethical awareness and academic results.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Three campuses are located in the Mokotów district. The Canadian School of Warsaw provides preschool and elementary education. It combines the Polish education system with International Baccalaureate Organization programmes, supported by international pedagogy and qualified staff. Students learn through transdisciplinary, cross-curricular approaches and participate in a wide range of extracurricular activities including music, sport, foreign languages, events and community service. The 580 m2 premises include a large, fully equipped gym, a library, an art room and a soccer field, and the school has been an IB World School since January 6, 2014.

Sports Facilities
Across its campuses, a large, fully equipped gym supports physical education and school activities. A soccer field provides space for team sports and outdoor PE. The 580 m2 premises include the gym and the soccer field, with access across three Mokotów campuses. These spaces support a well-rounded physical education program.

Academic Facilities
The 580 m2 premises include a library and an art room. The Preschool delivers the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) in English for 3-, 4-, 5-, and 6-year-olds. Older groups study under the Polish Ministry of Education curriculum in addition to IB. The school has been an IB World School since January 6, 2014 (IB authorization Nr 005004).

Extra Curricular Facilities
Extracurricular activities form a wide part of the school life, including music, sport, foreign languages, events and community service. Specific programs include Karate, Ballet, Dance, Pottery, Piano, Drums, Chess, Soccer, Speech Therapy, Sports Fun & Games, Yoga & Mindfulness, Archeology, Emotional Intelligence, and Music & Movement with Elements of Hand Therapy & Sensory Integration. These activities take place across the three Mokotów campuses and are supported by the school's 580 m2 premises. Extracurricular activities complement the IB PYP and Polish curricula.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school combines Polish education methods with the International Baccalaureate framework. Learning is delivered through transdisciplinary, cross-curricular inquiry-based approaches. A wide range of extracurricular activities, including music, sport, foreign languages, entertaining school events and community service, supports a well-rounded academic experience. This approach fosters intelligent, globally conscious and caring citizens.

Arts & Creative
Arts and creative pursuits are integrated into the program. The Preschool offers Music, Rhythmics and Art as core elements of the PYP, with Coding and Chess also taught. Extra activities include Ballet, Dance, Pottery, Piano and Drums. The 580 m2 premises include a large art room to support creative work.

Cultural & Language
French is included in the curriculum, alongside English Language Arts. The PYP is delivered in English and blends international and Polish teaching approaches.

Social & Hobbies
A wide range of extracurricular activities is offered, including music, sport, foreign languages, entertaining school events and community service.

Community & Service
Community service initiatives are part of school life.

Leadership & Professional
Students and parents contribute to the school's management and participate in decision-making processes.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Yoga and Mindfulness are offered, along with sports and other physical activities. The school has space to support these activities, including a large gym and soccer field.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the language of instruction; French and Polish are taught as additional languages. The Preschool delivers the IB Primary Years Programme in English for ages 3–6, and the oldest groups have daily Polish lessons aligned with the Polish Ministry of Education curriculum.

Bilingual Teaching
Language of instruction is English. French and Polish are taught as additional languages. The Preschool uses the IB Primary Years Programme for ages 3–6 in English and has been IB-authorized since January 6, 2014. Older groups follow the Polish Ministry of Education curriculum with daily Polish lessons.
Admissions

Admissions
Preschool admissions: The Preschool accepts children aged 3–6 (with the Principal and Managing Board's consent, the Preschool may admit children older than 2½). Enrollment requires a meeting with the Principal with the Parents and child present, completion of the admission form, signing of the Agreement on Education, payment of a non-refundable one-time admission fee (tariff available), and completion of the medical form. Admission is year-round, subject to places being available; if there is no place, the child can be placed on a reserve list. The Principal decides on admission; the first-come-first-served principle does not apply. Required documents include the Admission Form, Agreement on Education (two originals), payment of the non-refundable admission fee, payment of a deposit, previous school certificates or report cards, and completed CSW documentation (consents and declarations). Scans of previous documents are initially sufficient but must be followed by signed originals, and proof of identity (ID or Passport) for both parents and child is required at submission. Downloadable documents include the Preschool Agreement and Tuition Fees. Elementary admissions: The School operates an open admission policy and welcomes new students at any time during the academic year if places are available. We accept pupils aged 6–14 (Grade 1–8) and teach in English under the IB Programme alongside the Polish national curriculum. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: Admission Form; Agreement on Education (two originals); payment of a non-refundable registration fee; payment of a deposit; previous school certificates or report cards; completed CSW documentation (consents and declarations). Scans are initially sufficient; signed originals are required later. The School requires an ID, a Passport, or an equivalent document at submission to confirm identity of both Parents and child. STEPS OF ADMISSION PROCESS: 1. Fill in the online application form ‘Apply Now'; 2) Submit report cards and school certificates (scans initially, originals later); 3) Placement testing (at the Principal's discretion, depending on documents, grade level, and language proficiency); 4) Application review (admission may be granted, denied, or the student placed on a waiting list); 5) Sign the Agreement on Education and complete the Admission Form; 6) Pay registration fees and other required payments; 7) First Grade Admission procedures (if the child attended The Canadian Preschool, School Readiness Diagnosis is needed; if not, an English/Polish test is required plus a homeroom teacher's evaluation; parents may be asked for a psychologist's opinion; testing may involve an interview with the School Principal; testing dates are communicated to parents). Contact: Tel. For enrolment policy, see the Admissions Policy document. (Citations: turn2view0, turn3view0, turn3view1)

Waitlist
Admission may be granted, denied or the School may place the student on a waiting list. (Citations: turn3view0, turn3view1)
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