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Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Taught languages Polish, French, English
Strengths Outdoor Education, Languages, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School
Introduction
British Primary School of Wilanow is a British international school offering the Cambridge International Curriculum for Primary and Secondary, with an eight-year program for ages 3 to 14. The purpose-built campus provides dedicated spaces for science, sport, the arts and outdoor exploration, including interactive multimedia classrooms, a drama studio, a dance studio, a music room, a library and a sports hall. Life runs from Early Years (age 3–5) through Primary Key Stage 1 (5–7), Primary Key Stage 2 (7–11) to Secondary Key Stage 3 (11–13), with Polish diplomas issued from Year 2 to support continuity within national and international systems. Forest School offers outdoor learning that fosters courage, curiosity and resilience. Multilingual learning enables students to express themselves in English, Polish and French. The school is COBIS-accredited and participates in International Schools Partnership programmes, including ISP Changemakers, Cultural Exchange and Model United Nations and a broad clubs and activities programme for all ages.
Prymasa Augusta Hlonda 12, 02-972 Warszawa, Poland
The Essentials
British Primary School of Wilanow has instruction in English.
Location
British Primary School of Wilanow is located at Prymasa Augusta Hlonda 12, 02-972 Warszawa, Poland, in the Wilanów district of Warsaw. The campus is well connected by public transport and road links. Tramlines 14 and 16 offer direct links to the city centre, and bus 217 connects Wilanów with the metro system. The S2 ring road provides convenient access from southern and south-eastern districts of Warsaw.
British international school in Poland offering the Cambridge International Curriculum; COBIS accredited
Pupil Nationality Mix
Over 40 nationalities represented on campus
Country affiliation
Poland
Bus service
Public transport access via tramlines 14 and 16 and bus 217; road access via the S2 ring road
Fees
Annual tuition at British Primary School of Wilanow ranges from PLN 58,000 to PLN 94,800 for 2026/27.
Scope and academic year The figures below are the published fee schedule for the 2026/27 academic year at British Primary School of Wilanów (day school for ages 3–14).
Application & admission fees - Enrolment (one‑time) fee: PLN 3,000 payable within five (5) days of signing the first Agreement. - Tuition‑fee prepayment on initial enrolment: PLN 4,500 payable within five (5) days of signing the first Agreement; treated as a prepayment and refundable in accordance with the signed Agreement. - Trial & assessment fee (when requested by the school): PLN 1,500 payable in advance (within five days before the Trial); this fee is non‑refundable but will be deducted from the enrolment charge if the applicant is offered a place. - Re‑enrolment tuition prepayment: PLN 4,500 payable according to the school's re‑enrolment timeline; refundable according to the signed Agreement.
Tuition fees — Academic year 2026/27 (PLN) Annual payment figures include the published 5% discount for an annual payment (this discount is not applicable to mid‑year entries). The school offers either a single annual payment due by 1 August or three fixed instalments due 1 August, 1 December and 1 March. Mid‑year entries are charged proportionally on a termly basis.
Billing schedule, payment deadlines and terms - Annual payment deadline: 1 August (5% discount applied to the annual amount). Three‑instalment schedule: 1 August, 1 December, 1 March. Mid‑year entries are charged proportionally on a termly basis and annual payment discount does not apply to mid‑year entries. - Tuition prepayments required at enrolment / re‑enrolment are payable within the timelines stated in the Agreement and in the Fee Schedule. These prepayments are refundable only according to the terms of the signed Agreement. - Administrative charges may be added for additional processes such as invoice corrections and repeated payment reminders. Requests for invoices and billing queries are handled by the payments team (payments@bswilanow.org); include the child's name, year group, canteen choice and bus details when requesting an invoice.
Bank / payment details - Bank transfer is used for tuition payments; separate school bank accounts are specified for different year groups (IBANs and the bank SWIFT code are published in the official fee appendix). Example accounts published are: - British Nursery of Wilanów Sp. z o.o. — IBAN: PL60 1140 1977 0000 4360 7500 1001; SWIFT/BIC: BREXPLPWMBK. - British Primary School of Wilanów Sp. z o.o. — IBAN: PL42 1140 1977 0000 3058 1600 1001; SWIFT/BIC: BREXPLPWMBK. - For billing and invoice arrangements contact payments@bswilanow.org; for enrolment/contact use admissions@bswilanow.org or the school general contact email. Administrative invoice details are issued on request.
Other fees and regular additional costs - Canteen (morning snack, lunch, afternoon snack): PLN 7,425 per year, or three payments of PLN 3,000 (1 Aug) + PLN 3,000 (1 Dec) + PLN 1,500 (1 Mar). - Breakfast service (7:30–8:00am): PLN 2,500 per year, or three payments of PLN 1,000 (1 Aug) + PLN 1,000 (1 Dec) + PLN 500 (1 Mar). - After‑school care / The Late Room (Nursery to Year 3, 3:30–5:00pm, includes evening snack): PLN 3,500 per year, or three payments of PLN 1,400 (1 Aug) + PLN 1,400 (1 Dec) + PLN 700 (1 Mar). - English language support (EAL): PLN 3,000 per term for intensive in‑class and withdrawal lessons (scope agreed after assessment). - Learning support (specialist support as required): PLN 3,000 per term (scope agreed individually after assessment). - School uniform: wearing a school uniform is compulsory from Early Years through Secondary Key Stage 3; uniform items are available via the school's listed uniform supplier. Specific uniform prices are set by the supplier. - School trips, clubs and extracurricular activities: separate charges apply for some trips, events and optional clubs; these costs are communicated to parents in advance and invoiced as applicable.
Sibling discounts - Sibling tuition reductions: 5% on the second child, 15% on the third child and 25% on the fourth child. Sibling reductions may be combined with the annual‑payment discount.
Refund and non‑refund rules - The Trial & Assessment fee (PLN 1,500) is non‑refundable but will be deducted from the enrolment charge if a place is offered and the family completes enrolment. Tuition prepayments (initial and re‑enrolment) are refundable only according to the terms of the signed Agreement. Routine tuition refunds, pro‑rata calculations for mid‑year entry and any specific refund terms are handled under the school Agreement.
Boarding - The school operates as a day school for ages 3–14; no boarding provision or boarding fees are listed in the school's published fee schedule for the 2026/27 year.
Summary of key contacts for fees and payments - Payments and invoices: payments@bswilanow.org. - Admissions and enrolment queries: admissions@bswilanow.org. - General school contact: info@bswilanow.org; phone +48 22 111 0062.
Academics
British Primary School of Wilanow teaches Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), EYFS (Early years foundation stage) for students aged 3 to 14.
Curriculum
Cambridge International Curriculum is taught at British Primary School of Wilanow. Polish diplomas are issued from Year 2 onwards, supporting continuity within national and international systems. The school is COBIS-accredited. Forest School provides outdoor learning adventures that foster courage, curiosity and resilience. Multilingual learning enables students to express themselves in English, Polish and French. The learning journey runs from Early Years (Age 3-5) through Primary Key Stage 1 (Age 5-7) and Primary Key Stage 2 (Age 7-11) to Secondary Key Stage 3 (Age 11-13).
Student Teacher Ratio
Maximum class sizes are Nursery 16, Reception 18, Year 1 20 and Years 2–9 22. Small class sizes and personalised planning support each student's pace and potential.
Exam Results
Checkpoint results in English 43, Mathematics 42 and Science 39. These scores surpass the international averages of 34 for English, 31 for Mathematics and 31 for Science.
Higher Education Progression
Life and career pathways provide personalised guidance for university and career choices, supporting each student's chosen path. The ILOS programme offers international opportunities that develop self-leadership, teamwork and critical thinking. Through exclusive scholarships, students have opportunities to study with some of the world's most renowned institutions.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
At BSW, every child is cared for, supported and encouraged to be their best. Pastoral care places students at the centre of a caring and inclusive environment where they feel safe to be themselves and confident to explore. Strong, trusting relationships between staff and students create a sense of belonging and emotional security. From daily interactions to structured wellbeing initiatives, the approach supports the moral, social, intellectual and emotional development of each student. With individual attention and a culture of kindness, students are empowered to grow into resilient, compassionate learners, proud of who they are and the community they are part of.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
At BSW, children with special educational needs are supported through personalised plans, in-class help and specialist care. Guided by expert staff and a strong pastoral network, they feel included, understood and empowered to thrive in both learning and life. The SENCo coordinates monitoring and targeted interventions to ensure access to the mainstream curriculum. Support is provided in-class and through specialist services to meet individual needs. The school aims to create an inclusive community that recognises each learner's strengths.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
From day one, students are immersed in an English-speaking environment where all subjects are taught in English. Three specialist EAL teachers lead the program, with small-group instruction to build fluency. Tailored language assessments using CEFR help tailor each learner's progress. Polish is taught as needed, with additional support for non-Polish speakers. French is introduced as a Modern Foreign Language from Year 4 and continues through Year 9. The goal is for students to achieve at least B2 English proficiency by Secondary Key Stage 3.
Mental Wellbeing
Pastoral care places students at the centre of a caring, inclusive environment where they feel safe to be themselves. Strong, trusting relationships with staff create belonging and emotional security. Structured wellbeing initiatives, circle times and House Learning support moral, social and emotional development. The courage to fail philosophy encourages confident risk-taking and learning from mistakes. The overall approach nurtures resilience and empowers students to be compassionate, resilient learners within the school community.
Safeguarding
Safeguarding is a commitment woven into every part of school life, ensuring each child feels safe, respected and supported. Our safeguarding practices meet the highest international standards, shaped by the International Schools Partnership (ISP) and the Polish Ministry of Education. Staff are fully trained, policies are regularly reviewed, and systems are built to protect and support every child's wellbeing. From entry, the school community watches over students with care and professionalism, and safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. The safeguarding team includes the Vice Principal, Head of Pastoral and Designated Safeguard Lead, and the SENCo/Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead. Key protocols include access control on all doors, CCTV across the site, an advanced fire alarm system and First Aid training.
Admissions
Admissions
Nursery through Year 9 (ages 3 to 14). The admissions journey comprises five steps: Enquiry, Visit, Application, Offer and Secure. Enquiry: contact the Admissions Team via the enquiry form, email or telephone for a personalised response. Visit: visit the campus or arrange an online meeting with the Admissions Officer and school staff. Application: complete the application electronically via the web form and submit the required documents, including evidence of previous education; a Trial and Assessment Day may be requested. Offer: offers are based on the application form, previous school reports and year-group availability; offers include a seven-day window to accept by email and to sign the school agreement. Secure: complete admissions paperwork and pay the required fees. Open Day: an Open Day is scheduled periodically (for example, 15 April).
Scholarships
The school has scholarships and university partnerships through International Schools Partnership (ISP). Students gain financial support and direct pathways to top universities worldwide, with over 100 global university partnerships and more than €2.6 million in scholarships awarded to students.
FAQs
What curriculum does British Primary School of Wilanow follow?
British Primary School of Wilanow follows a Cambridge curriculum. Cambridge International Curriculum is taught at British Primary School of Wilanow. Polish diplomas are issued from Year 2 onwards, supporting continuity within national and international systems. The ...
Where is British Primary School of Wilanow located?
British Primary School of Wilanow is located at Prymasa Augusta Hlonda 12, 02-972 Warszawa, Poland, in the Wilanów district of Warsaw. The campus is well connected by public transport and road links. Tramlines 14 and 16 offer direct links to the city centre, and bus 217 connects Wilanów with the met
What age range does the school serve?
British Primary School of Wilanow serves students from age 3 to 14, covering Early Years (Age 3-5); Primary Key Stage 1 (Age 5-7); Primary Key Stage 2 (Age 7-11); Secondary Key Stage 3 (Age 11-13).
How many students attend British Primary School of Wilanow?
Approximately 400 students are enrolled at British Primary School of Wilanow.
What are the tuition fees?
Annual tuition ranges from PHP 1,500 to PHP 94,800 depending on year group.
Is the school co-educational?
British Primary School of Wilanow is co-educational.
When was British Primary School of Wilanow founded?
British Primary School of Wilanow was founded in 2014. British Primary School of Wilanow is an eight-year private primary school located in Warsaw. It operates under Polish law and the Minister of National Education's decision from October 21, 2019, No. D...
What languages are taught at the school?
English, Polish and French are taught. English is the language of instruction across subjects; Polish lessons run from Year 1 (as First Language or Foreign Language) and French is taught from Year 4 as a Modern Foreign Language. CEFR-aligned language assessments target at least B2 English by Seconda
What facilities does the school offer?
The campus is a purpose-built, expanded Wilanów site with dedicated spaces for science, sport, the arts and outdoor exploration. Interactive classrooms with multimedia tools make learning active and personal. Forest School zones and a primary dining hall support wellbeing and healthy habits. Learnin
Does British Primary School of Wilanow offer special educational needs support?
At BSW, children with special educational needs are supported through personalised plans, in-class help and specialist care. Guided by expert staff and a strong pastoral network, they feel included, understood and empowered to thrive in both learning and life. The SENCo coordinates monitoring and ta...
What is the admissions process?
Nursery through Year 9 (ages 3 to 14). The admissions journey comprises five steps: Enquiry, Visit, Application, Offer and Secure. Enquiry: contact the Admissions Team via the enquiry form, email or telephone for a personalised response. Visit: visit the campus or arrange an online meeting with the
What extracurricular activities are available?
The Cambridge International Curriculum is taught, balancing academic rigour with creative, inquiry-based learning across subjects. Polish diplomas are issued from Year 2 onwards, ensuring academic continuity within both national and international systems. Life competencies support students' developm
Does British Primary School of Wilanow offer a bus service?
Public transport access via tramlines 14 and 16 and bus 217; road access via the S2 ring road
What accreditations does British Primary School of Wilanow hold?
COBIS; Cambridge International Education; SPCC.pl; bpcc.org.pl; irishpolish.pl
Does British Primary School of Wilanow offer scholarships?
The school has scholarships and university partnerships through International Schools Partnership (ISP). Students gain financial support and direct pathways to top universities worldwide, with over 10
Who is the head of school?
The head of school at British Primary School of Wilanow is Tom McGrath.
