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Poland, Gdansk
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The GIS programme is stimulating and holistic and encourages children to develop their full range of personal skills to become competent and enthusiastic learners. The school cultivates intercultural diversity and aims to produce compassionate, responsible, and internationally-minded citizens. Children come from thirty countries and study in an atmosphere of pluralism, mutual respect and integration. The curriculum emphasises critical thinking, language development, physical development and musical development. The English-language environment is highlighted by the motto 'English Every Day and Everywhere'.
Being confident, articulate, critical and assertive is a focus, with explicit steps to identify and address bullying or domineering behavior. Conflict resolution is used to settle disputes, involving discussion with the children and, if necessary, their parents. The approach emphasises developing respectful and socially adept individuals.
Staff have an important duty in loco parentis to guide children and maintain safety. Internet safety is addressed through dedicated workshops to develop digital skills and protect students online. The school teaches students to avoid cyberbullying, scams, and contacts with dangerous individuals.
Gdynia International School (GIS) provides an English-language international education for children aged 3 to 14. The campus at 37 Kapitańska Street, Gdynia, houses both GIS Preschool and GIS Primary School. GIS Preschool has operated since 2013 and GIS Primary School since September 2021. The programme follows the British National Curriculum (Cambridge for Primary) and meets Poland's Ministry of Education (MEN) requirements, ensuring alignment with international standards and local regulations. English is used in lessons and day-to-day communication, creating an international environment and supporting bilingual development. GIS serves international and Polish families and welcomes students from about 30 countries, reflecting intercultural diversity. The school emphasizes intercultural diversity and aims to develop compassionate, responsible citizenship. Extracurricular activities include sports, arts and clubs such as Chess, Lego-Robotics, and Spanish Club. The founder and lead educator is Kevin D'Arcy, guiding a program that integrates intercultural experiences with a family-friendly campus culture across the globe.
