Compare Affordable International Schools in Poland

Instructs in English, Polish

Ages 3 - 12 years

Fees PLN 12,000 - 17,800

Pupils 142

Type Co-educational

SVS Szczecin Vitruvian School offers the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme for students aged 3 to 12. Located in Szczecin, the campus comprises two buildings at Mickiewicza Street 49 and 51, spanning 1,700 m2 with adjacent green areas and free parking. Class sizes are capped at 18, enabling close teacher attention. The facilities include a full-size gym and multimedia classrooms equipped with interactive whiteboards and projectors. The program emphasizes inquiry-based learning across six cross-disciplinary themes, guiding students toward independence within an IB framework; the school is pursuing PYP candidate status with formal accreditation to follow. English-language support is provided by a native-speaking teacher, and students benefit from theatre, art and sports clubs, field trips to theatres, museums and cinemas and nature tours, and access to a psychologist and specialist staff. The mission emphasizes respect for cultural diversity while preserving national identities.

Location

Aleja Wojska Polskiego 164, 71-335 Szczecin, Poland.

Stages

Primary and secondary education; includes a private primary school (SVS) and a private high school (Leonardo SVS) offering the IB Diploma Programme.

Type

Private school

Country affiliation

Poland

Bus service

Accessible by public transport; tram lines 1 and 9 serve the area near Aleja Wojska Polskiego 164.

Application fees

- A one-time, non-refundable entry (wpisowe) is required for enrollment. Students continuing from the school's kindergarten are exempt from the entry fee.
- For the upper school (Prywatne Liceum Leonardo SVS) the one-time entry fee is PLN 1,000.

Tuition fees by year group (regular monthly and annual totals)

- Integrated class 0–3 (standard Polish-track class): PLN 1,100 per month — annual total: PLN 13,200 (PLN 1,100 × 12).
- Integrated class 4–8 (standard Polish-track class): PLN 1,400 per month — annual total: PLN 16,800 (PLN 1,400 × 12).
- English class 0–3 (IB/English-track): PLN 2,400 per month — annual total: PLN 28,800 (PLN 2,400 × 12).
- English class 4–8 (IB/English-track): PLN 2,800 per month — annual total: PLN 33,600 (PLN 2,800 × 12).
- Upper school (Leonardo SVS) example rates previously published: general class tuition PLN 1,000 per month and international-matura preparatory class PLN 1,400 per month (tuition paid through 12 monthly instalments in the example shown).

Per-term (per-semester) presentation

- The academic year is administered in standard school semesters (autumn/spring). For practical budgeting, the per-semester amount equals half the annual total shown above: e.g., Integrated class 0–3 — PLN 6,600 per semester; Integrated class 4–8 — PLN 8,400 per semester; English class 0–3 — PLN 14,400 per semester; English class 4–8 — PLN 16,800 per semester. (These per-semester figures are the annual totals divided by two.)

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition for primary/elementary and English-track classes is invoiced as monthly payments and is payable over a 12-month schedule (tuition is payable monthly for a period of 12 months). A discount is offered for payment of the full year in advance.
- For specific year groups there are alternative instalment patterns noted in school regulations: parents of pupils in class VIII are required to settle tuition in 10 instalments (September–June). Late payments incur statutory interest; the school may, on request, agree a postponed payment date but interest applies for the postponement period. In the event of a change in tuition levels, parents are given one month's notice.

Boarding fees

- No boarding or residential fees are listed. SVS operates as a day-school model for the offered stages; no boarding service or boarding fee schedule is published.

Other costs and additional fees

- Separate additional costs that are charged on top of tuition include: lunches (school meals), workshops and extracurricular workshops, excursions and organized trips (including "green/white school" multi-day trips), and student insurance (collective insurance paid by parents). Participation in profile/additional classes or out-of-program activities is chargeable separately.
- Uniform costs are not listed among the published line items; uniform or clothing costs are not specified in the published fee schedule.

Refund and cancellation policy

- Entry fees and tuition for a commenced month are non-refundable in the event of withdrawal or removal from the school. Outstanding unpaid amounts remain due and will be pursued. The school's regulations explicitly state that the entry fee (wpisowe) and tuition for the month in which a pupil's education is terminated are not refundable.

Fee payment options and administrative notes

- The published materials specify the billing schedule and instalment arrangements but do not itemize the accepted payment channels (credit card, online payment, or bank-transfer details) in the public fee list. Late-payment interest is charged at the statutory rate; the school may approve payment-date changes on request. For the upper school (Leonardo SVS) monthly-payment examples and the one-time wpisowe amount are published in recruitment information.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Extracurricular activities develop social and emotional competencies. A range of activities supports social and emotional development. The school describes a safe and supportive teaching environment that fosters independence and collaboration. The approach emphasizes curiosity, creativity and sensitivity to others, contributing to students' social and emotional growth.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Speech therapy is available for speech defects and unfinished speech development, and a pedagogue provides corrective and compensatory classes. Psychological services are available, and the school offers a range of specialized therapies, including neurologopedic therapy, sensory integration therapy, Johansen's hearing therapy, reflexology therapy, and sociotherapy. Classes are small, with no more than 18 students per class, and some classes may be divided into smaller groups to support individualized attention. Teaching methods adapt to psycho-physical, emotional and sensory preferences to help each student feel safe and supported.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

80% of educational activities are conducted in English; the remaining 20% covers Polish education and related content such as history and geography, and elements of mathematics. In the initial stages, pupils may respond in Polish or their mother tongue, but they are expected to understand, speak fluently and write freely in English as they progress. School walls and classrooms are decorated with pupils' work to support natural acquisition of English, and assistants from around the world help students use English as a tool for intercultural communication.

Mental Wellbeing

The school provides a safe and supportive learning environment and uses the Good Start method and modern information technologies to support learning. Teaching is tailored to psycho-physical, emotional and sensory preferences to support well-being. Extracurricular activities promote the development of social and emotional competencies, and progress is communicated to parents through descriptive evaluations.

Safeguarding

Safety is a priority; the school ensures children feel safe in school and engaged in learning. Access to a speech therapist, a pedagogue and psychological services supports student safeguarding, with a range of therapies available to address individual needs.

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International WR School

Instructs in English, Polish

Ages 6 - 12 years

Fees PLN 1 - 0

Pupils 92

Type Co-educational

WR School is a private international primary school for pupils aged 6 to 12. The Cambridge Primary Education programme is delivered within the Cambridge International Education framework, and WR School is the only school in Podkarpacie to offer it. The school provides bilingual private primary education with English-language instruction and Polish language proficiency. Lessons are conducted in small groups with an individualized approach, supported by bilingual teachers who help ensure safety and positive behavior. The curriculum blends language learning with an advanced programme and uses modern technologies to support teaching and active learning. The campus features state-of-the-art educational and sports zones, including a VR room, climbing wall, and a swimming pool with a sauna. The Kids Club offers ball pit, trampolines, and a maze. Access-controlled grounds ensure safety. A wide range of clubs and activities - arts, sports, and cultural programs - help students become active global citizens.

Location

The school is located at 146P Świlcza, 36-072 Świlcza, Poland. It is the International Primary School in Świlcza. The contact page lists +48 512 309 000 and kontakt@wrschool.eu. Administration hours are Mon-Fri 7:00–17:00.

Stages

Primary school (International Primary School in Świlcza).

Type

Private international primary school.

Country affiliation

Cambridge International Education

Application / Enrollment fee
- One-time enrollment fee: PLN 1,500.00.
- Payment method for the enrollment fee: bank transfer only; payment of the enrollment fee secures and reserves the pupil's place. The enrollment fee is non-refundable.

Tuition fees (per billing unit and year)
- Monthly tuition (paid in 10 instalments): PLN 2,480.00 per month.
- Annual tuition (one-off payment): PLN 23,560.00. A 5% discount applies for a single annual payment made by the school's stated deadline (payment deadline shown in the school's payment schedule).
- There is a single published tuition level for the school; individual year-group (grade) specific fees are not published separately — the monthly and annual amounts above apply across the school as stated in the school's fee schedule.

Sibling discounts
- Discount on tuition and enrollment fee for siblings:
- Second child: 10% reduction on the second child's tuition and enrollment fee.
- Third child: 15% reduction on the third child's tuition and enrollment fee.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Standard billing option: tuition payable in 10 monthly instalments (amounts as above).
- Alternative billing: single annual payment with a 5% discount when paid by the stated deadline.
- The school provides a named bank account for payments; parents should use bank transfer details provided for the school's account when making payments. Specific account number published in the school's payment documentation.

Boarding / residential provision
- Boarding is not applicable. The institution operates as a day primary school (non-public primary language and sports school for pupils aged for primary education). No boarding fees are published.

Other costs and fees (additional items not included in tuition)
- Textbooks and exercise materials: not included in tuition (parents pay separately).
- Language/Cambridge textbooks and Cambridge exam materials: not included.
- School trips, excursions, and white/green school camps: not included; parents pay separately for these activities.
- Insurance: not included.
- Meals (canteen): PLN 26.00 per day (full meal with dessert/podwieczorek option at a lower price listed); an alternative meal option shown at PLN 22.00 per day.
- After‑school care (extension of school day): PLN 20.00 per day for care from 16:15–17:00, or PLN 400.00 per month for regular use.
- Art kit / starter pack: PLN 260.00 per school year (one-off).
- Extracurricular sports and clubs: many activities (judo, swimming, basketball, English Club, karate, football, dance, climbing, music club, chess, theatre, art lab, etc.) are included in the tuition up to the published weekly allowance (programme limit applies). Items explicitly excluded above (textbooks, trips, insurance, meals) are charged separately.

Refund information and cancellations
- The enrollment fee is non-refundable.
- No separate tuition refund policy is published in the school's public payment document; parents should note the enrollment fee's non-refundable status and the published billing terms for instalments and annual payment.

Fee payment options and practical payment details
- Payment method explicitly cited for the enrollment fee: bank transfer only to the school's bank account (Alior Bank account number is published in the school's payment documentation). Tuition instalments and one-off payments are presented with the school's bank account details for transfer.
- No credit‑card or alternative electronic payment method is listed in the school's published payment regulations; the documentation specifies bank transfer details for payments.

Summary (key figures)
- Enrollment fee (one-time): PLN 1,500.00.
- Monthly tuition (10 instalments): PLN 2,480.00 per month.
- Annual tuition (one-off): PLN 23,560.00 (5% discount applies for on-time single payment).
- Meals, aftercare and art‑kit are charged separately (examples: PLN 26/day or PLN 22/day for meals; PLN 20/day or PLN 400/month for aftercare; PLN 260/year art kit).

(Fees and terms above are taken from the school's published payment and recruitment documents.)

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Liceum Leonardo SVS

Instructs in Polish, English

Ages 14 - 18 years

Fees PLN 1,000 - 16,800

Pupils 1375

Type Co-educational

Liceum Leonardo SVS (LO SVS) is a private high school in Szczecin, Poland, offering a bilingual curriculum in Polish and English with immersion, designed for students aged 14 to 18. The school blends interdisciplinary, holistic teaching with cross‑subject integration and project‑based learning, supporting the development of soft skills such as clear expression, listening, assertiveness, and time management. Classes are small, with a maximum of 16 students, enabling individualized guidance as students pursue either the Polish Matura, the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP), or both. Since November 2024, the Diploma Programme is delivered by an IB‑accredited partner, ensuring alignment with IB standards. Facilities include laboratories, a language library, and multimedia classrooms; teaching methods draw on neurodidactics and psychology. The timetable is single-shift with no bells, fostering a calm learning environment. The school emphasizes language immersion, openness to cultures, and environmental responsibility, supported by IB connections and partnerships to broaden students' horizons.

Location

Located in Szczecin, Poland. Address: Aleja Wojska Polskiego 164, 71-335 Szczecin. The campus is accessible by tram lines 1 and 9.

Stages

I–III classes of the high school (enrollment currently for I, II and III classes).

Type

Private high school

Additional learning support

Individualized support, remedial lessons for students with learning difficulties (including dyslexia), tutoring, and teacher consultations.

Country affiliation

Poland

School day structure

Education is in-person. English is mandatory (5 hours); second foreign language options include German, French, or Spanish; in the first class there is also art. Mentoring sessions twice weekly and extracurricular activities are offered; the library is bilingual with English.

Published fees for the academic year 2023/2024

Application / registration fee
- One‑time registration (wpisowe): PLN 1,000.

Tuition fees (by programme and year group)
- General (standard) class: PLN 1,000 per month, paid over 12 months (annual total PLN 12,000).
- Class preparing for the International Baccalaureate (międzynarodowa matura): PLN 1,400 per month, paid over 12 months (annual total PLN 16,800).

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition (czesne) is billed as 12 equal monthly instalments, payable from September through August.
- The school accepts payment by bank transfer to the school's account or in cash at the school secretariat; advance (pre‑)payment for a longer period is permitted.
- Late payments incur statutory default interest; the school may, on request, agree to postpone a payment date but interest will be charged for the period of prolongation if the agreed terms are not met.

Boarding / accommodation
- The school operates as a day school (kształcenie w formie dziennej); no boarding programme or boarding fees are provided.

Other costs and additional fees
- Meals: two‑course lunches are available for pupils for an additional fee (catered by an external provider). Meal charges are billed separately.
- Extracurricular and profile activities that are not part of the core curriculum (zajęcia dodatkowe / imprezy pozaszkolne) are charged extra.
- Collective pupil insurance is arranged but paid by parents.
- Administrative/document fees: a fee equal to the statutory stamp duty is charged for issuing duplicate official documents (e.g., duplicate certificate or duplicate student ID).
- Uniform / dress and sportswear: parents are required to provide standard school clothing and sports kit as specified in the school regulations; costs for these items are borne by parents. Dress code and required items are set out in the school regulations.

Refunds and cancellation
- The registration fee (wpisowe) and tuition for a started month are non‑refundable. In the event of resignation or removal from the school roll, amounts due but unpaid will be pursued.

Payment methods accepted
- Bank transfer to the school's account and cash payments at the school secretariat are explicitly provided as payment methods. No credit‑card payment method is specified in the published materials.

Notes on administration and enforcement
- The school's governing body sets tuition and other fees and may change fees for reasons such as inflation; any change is to be communicated to parents with one month's notice. Late payment consequences and possible arrangements for postponement are defined in school regulations.

Curriculum

The Leonardo SVS Private High School provides bilingual instruction in Polish and English with immersion, making English a natural language. Interdisciplinary holistic teaching combines cross‑subject integration and project-based learning. Soft skills are developed, including clear expression, listening, assertiveness, and time management. Classes are small, with a maximum of 16 students. Students may choose Polish Matura, the International BaccalaUREate Diploma Programme (IB DP), or both; the Diploma Programme is delivered by an IB-accredited school after accreditation in November 2024.

Student Teacher Ratio

Small classes with a maximum of 16 students.

Gifted and Talented

Individualized support for talented students includes tailored subject circles, clubs, and personalized tutoring. Enrichment initiatives include ‘Rozwiń skrzydła' to help students discover talents and passions.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Social, emotional, and cultural development is promoted through school-wide initiatives and extracurricular activities. Soft skills are developed, including clear expression of opinions and feelings, listening to others, assertiveness, and time management. The school uses an interdisciplinary, holistic approach to teaching that fosters awareness of others' needs, openness, intercultural understanding, and responsibility for the environment. We nurture individual talents and personal growth through tailored programs and a range of clubs and activities beyond the classroom. International contacts and bilingual learning strengthen language skills, especially English, and prepare graduates to contribute to a tolerant, conflict-free world.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Subject clubs are tailored to students' needs and expectations. We provide individual sessions for gifted students, students with difficulties, and dyslexic students, as well as teacher consultations.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

Two-language instruction—lessons are conducted in Polish and English, with language immersion, so English becomes a natural language. Modern teaching methods are based on neurodidactics and interdisciplinary psychology. We teach bilingual instruction in parts of the curriculum to improve language skills, continually enrich the English-language library, and equip classrooms with English-language teaching aids. International contacts strengthen language competence, particularly in English.

Mental Wellbeing

Mental wellbeing is supported through initiatives that promote social and emotional development and cultural awareness. Soft skills training includes clear expression of opinions and feelings, listening to others, assertiveness, and time management. The school fosters universal human values and intercultural understanding. Students engage in clubs and projects that promote collaboration and personal growth.

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Regent College International Primary School

Instructs in Polish, English

Ages 6 - 14 years

Fees PLN 16,320 - 18,765

Pupils 140

Type Co-educational

Regent College International Primary School is a private bilingual primary in Elbląg, Poland, part of Regent College International Schools. It blends the Polish national curriculum with extensive English-language classes, delivering Cambridge Primary programmes in English for Mathematics, Science, and other core subjects since 2019. The school offers 6–10 hours of English weekly, including conversations with native speakers, with German and French available as additional languages. For international students, some subjects may be taught in English, while Polish is offered as a Foreign Language with support. The campus sits in an elegant central building with well-equipped classrooms, a library housing English and Polish literature, and an in-house kitchen serving healthy meals. PE takes place in a gym, a swimming pool, and on a golf course. The school maintains small classes and a student-centered approach, hosts workshops, outings and international trips, and runs after-school clubs in arts, crafts, chess, and theatre opportunities.

Location

Regent College International Primary School is located in the centre of Elbląg, Poland, at Królewiecka 100, 82-300 Elbląg. The building is described as elegant and is in the city centre. The campus features well-equipped classrooms, a library with English and Polish literature, an on-site kitchen (Lovely Kitchen) serving healthy meals prepared in-house, and well-maintained grounds with on-site parking.

Stages

Primary School (Classes I–VI). Cambridge Primary programme introduced in 2019.

Type

Private bilingual primary school; part of Regent College International Schools. It operates as a private school partially funded by the Polish state and partially by parental fees.

Additional learning support

Additional learning support options are available. Some subjects (Mathematics, Science, History) may be taught in English to accommodate international learners. Polish as a Foreign Language is offered to international students, with additional support options.

Country affiliation

Poland; the Polish national curriculum is enriched with English-language classes and activities.

Application fees

- One-time, non-refundable registration fee: PLN 1,500, payable at the time of signing the contract.

Tuition fees by school year (annual and payment frequency)

- Classes I–III (Primary Years 1–3): Annual tuition PLN 16,320. This tuition may be paid in either 10 or 12 instalments. Included in this tuition are the Polish national curriculum components listed by the school and the stated English/Cambridge contact hours. Additional items are charged separately (see “Other costs”).

- Classes IV–VI (Primary Years 4–6): Annual tuition PLN 16,320. This tuition may be paid in either 10 or 12 instalments. Included in this tuition are the Polish national curriculum components and the stated English/Cambridge contact hours. Additional items are charged separately.

- Classes VII–VIII (Primary Years 7–8): Annual tuition PLN 16,320. This tuition may be paid in either 10 or 12 instalments. Included in this tuition are bilingual class features, extended mathematics and Cambridge Lower Secondary elements where indicated; additional items are charged separately.

- Note on international/foreign pupils: For foreign students the level of tuition is determined individually.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The registration fee (PLN 1,500) is payable at contract signing. Annual tuition may be billed and paid either as 10 instalments or 12 instalments, according to the school's stated payment options. The school states that monthly tuition and other fees for the coming school year are set each May. Specific ancillary charges (wyprawka/books/meals/aftercare) have their own payment deadlines as indicated below.

- The annual class kit (wyprawka) for classes 1–3 is PLN 650 and is due by 30 April. The Cambridge textbook set for class 1 is PLN 295 and is due by 30 April.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not applicable to this primary school (no boarding fees listed).

Other costs and regular additional fees

- Meals (for classes where meals are charged): lunch and second breakfast are charged at a flat rate of PLN 200 per month (the site lists this as a monthly lump-sum meal charge for the relevant year group).

- Aftercare (extended school care) for hours 14:35–17:00: PLN 100 per month (flat rate). Morning care hours (6:45–8:00) are listed as included in the tuition.

- Cambridge programme textbooks and other Cambridge programme materials: charged separately (textbook set amounts noted above where applicable).

- Extracurricular clubs and activities, insurance, excursions (cinema/theatre/trips), and activity-specific entrance or transport fees (for example occasional fees connected with using an external golf facility for PE) are charged in addition to tuition as incurred.

- Sibling discount: where siblings are enrolled, a tuition discount applies: PLN 1,800 per sibling.

Refund information

- The one-time registration fee (PLN 1,500) is explicitly non-refundable.

Fee payment options

- Bank transfer is accepted. The school maintains designated bank accounts for school payments in PLN, EUR and GBP, and separate accounts for specific items (class kits and the school kitchen / meals). Example account designations are shown for PLN, EUR and GBP school accounts and for the Lovely Kitchen meals account. Payments by bank transfer to the appropriate account are supported.

- The school provides account details for:
- School Primary PLN account
- School Primary EUR account
- School Primary GBP account
- Separate accounts for class kit payments per class and a Lovely Kitchen account for meal payments.

Summary (key figures at a glance)

- Registration (one-time, non-refundable): PLN 1,500.
- Annual tuition (Classes I–VIII): PLN 16,320 per year; payable in 10 or 12 instalments.
- Monthly meal charge (where applicable): PLN 200 per month.
- Aftercare (14:35–17:00): PLN 100 per month.
- Annual class kit (Classes 1–3): PLN 650 (due by 30 April). Cambridge set for Class 1: PLN 295 (due by 30 April).
- Sibling discount: PLN 1,800 per child.

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