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International Trilingual School of Warsaw - Karowa Campus

Poland, Warsaw

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Polish, French, Spanish, Mandarin, Japanese
Fees PLN 46,336 - 63,883
Ages 1 - 15 years
Pupil numbers 650
Type Co-educational
Opened 2001
Bus Service Yes
Part of
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge International AS Levels
Taught languages English, French, Japanese, Polish, Spanish
Typical class size 20
Strengths Languages, Academic Enrichment, Outdoor Education
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School
Introduction

The International Trilingual School of Warsaw (ITSW) Karowa Campus is located in Warsaw’s historic center, near the Copernicus Science Centre. The school operates a trilingual immersion model where students receive instruction in English, Polish, and a third elective language—French, Spanish, or Chinese. The curriculum integrates the British National Curriculum and the Polish Ministry of Education standards, with certain tracks incorporating American and French educational components. Students rotate through different languages on specific days of the week, learning core subjects like mathematics and science from native speakers in multiple languages. The Karowa facility features dedicated spaces for music and art, utilizing its proximity to the University of Warsaw library gardens for outdoor learning. A unique feature is the "simultaneous trilingualism" program, which ensures children achieve literacy and numeracy in three languages concurrently, rather than learning additional languages as isolated subjects. This approach is supported by a multicultural teaching staff representing over fifteen nationalities.

This campus is part of International Trilingual School of Warsaw

Karowa 14/16, 00-324 Warszawa, Poland

The Essentials

International Trilingual School of Warsaw - Karowa Campus has 650 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English, Polish, French, Spanish, Mandarin, Japanese.

Location

Karowa Campus – Powiśle: Nursery and Preschool; Styki Campus – Saska Kępa: Nursery and Preschool; Aldony Lower Primary Campus – Saska Kępa: Grades 1–3; Nobla Upper Primary Campus – Saska Kępa: Grades 4–8. All campuses are in Warsaw, Poland. Karowa Campus has easy access from Powiśle, City Center, and Praga.

Stages

Nursery; Preschool; Primary School (Grades 1–3; 4–6); Middle School (Grades 7–8).

Type

International nursery, preschool, primary and middle school.

Additional learning support

Individualized linguistic and academic support from native speakers; Wellbeing and Student Agency program with a wellbeing coach and specialists.

Country affiliation

Poland

School day structure

Preschool is open year-round, except for public holidays. From September to June, a full, trilingual schedule includes learning through play, language immersion, and daily rituals. In July and August, a summer program with themed activities is offered. Sample preschool day: 7:30–9:00 arrival and free play; 9:00–9:30 breakfast; 9:30–10:15 language activities; 10:15–11:15 outdoor play; 11:15–12:15 language activities; 12:15–13:00 lunch; 13:00–14:30 nap; 14:30–16:30 language activities; 16:30–17:00 snack; 17:00–18:30 departure/free play. Language distribution varies by day (English, Polish, French/Spanish/Chinese/Japanese, etc.).

Fees

Annual tuition at International Trilingual School of Warsaw - Karowa Campus ranges from PLN 46,336 to PLN 63,883 for 2026/27.

Application / enrollment fees
- Nursery (children 1–2.5 years): One-time registration fee PLN 1,920, payable when the enrollment is approved.
- Preschool (children 2.5–6 years): One-time registration fee PLN 1,920, payable when the enrollment is approved.
- Primary & Middle School (Grades 1–3 and Grades 7–8 shown): Enrollment (reservation) fee PLN 2,670, payable at registration/acceptance.

Tuition and compulsory deposits (by year group)
- Nursery (1–2.5 years; listed for 2025/26):
- One-time guarantee deposit (refundable at end of schooling): PLN 1,000.
- Monthly care payment: PLN 1,500 (payment due by the 5th working day of each month).
- Monthly language-activities payment: PLN 1,719.
- Daily holiday-month attendance (when applicable): PLN 175 per day.
- Daily meals (breakfast, lunch, snack): PLN 26.60 (billed on monthly order).

- Preschool (2.5–6 years; listed for 2025/26):
- One-time guarantee deposit (refundable at end of schooling): PLN 1,000.
- Monthly tuition (regular program): PLN 3,219, payable until the 5th working day of each month.
- Daily/holiday-month rate (when offered): PLN 175 per day.
- Daily meals (breakfast, lunch, snack): PLN 26.60 (billed on monthly order).

- Primary & Middle School (Grades 1–3; Grades 4–8 references show the same schedule/fees where listed):
- One-time tuition guarantee deposit (refundable at end of schooling): PLN 2,950.
- Enrollment (registration) fee: PLN 2,670.
- Monthly tuition: PLN 4,574.
- Daily meals (lunch): PLN 18.75.

Discounts and alternative payment options in the fee schedule
- A 10% reduction applies for the second and subsequent children.
- A 5% discount applies for full-school-year payment made in advance (annual prepayment).

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Nursery and preschool invoices are scheduled so that monthly payments are due by the 5th working day of each month.
- Monthly tuition is the published recurring charge for preschool and primary levels; the published schedules allow a discount for full-year advance payment and a sibling discount as noted above.

Boarding fees
- No boarding provision or boarding fees are listed; the school operates as nursery, preschool, primary and middle (day) provision.

Other costs and recurring charges
- Meals: Nursery and preschool daily meals are billed at PLN 26.60 per day (monthly order billing); primary daily lunch is PLN 18.75.
- Nursery language-activities charge: PLN 1,719 per month (nursery).
- Holiday-day access: daily rate PLN 175 when available (nursery/preschool).
- Guarantee deposits: refundable at the end of the student's period of schooling (amounts specified above per level).
- Uniforms, specific school-supply kits, exam fees, extracurricular club fees or transport charges are not listed in the public fee tables for the levels shown. If these items are required they are not specified in the published fee entries.

Refund and cancellation notes (as published)
- The guarantee deposit (listed as a one-time refundable deposit) is refunded at the end of schooling. No detailed public policy for pro-rata tuition refunds, withdrawal penalties, or timing of refunds was published alongside the fee tables referenced here.

Fee payment options
- Public fee tables and enrollment pages provide invoice amounts, deadlines, deposit rules and contact details for admissions, but do not specify accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer, credit or debit card, or direct debit) in the publicly displayed fee pages. Contact details for admissions are provided for arranging payment and invoicing.

Brief summary of missing details from the published fee tables
- Term (semester) fees expressed per school term are not published; fees are shown as monthly amounts and one-time charges.
- Detailed refund/cancellation policy language, explicit accepted payment methods, and any uniform/kit charges are not shown in the published fee tables for the levels referenced above.
Academics

International Trilingual School of Warsaw - Karowa Campus teaches Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge International AS Levels for students aged 1 to 15.

Curriculum

ITSW offers a trilingual curriculum taught in English, Polish, and a third language (Spanish, French, Chinese, or Japanese) from nursery through grade 8. In Grades 1–3, mathematics and science are taught bilingually (English with Polish or English with French), while language, literature, and social studies are taught trilingually (English and Polish with Spanish or French or Chinese or Japanese). OPOL (One Person – One Language) and daily language immersion with native-speaking teachers underpin the program. The curriculum is organized into trimester modules focused on UN Sustainable Development Goals, with international projects, field trips, and after-school workshops offered in six languages. In Grades 7–8, students prepare for the eighth-grade exam and Cambridge assessments (Checkpoint and IGCSE), with mentoring for the next stage of their education.

Student Teacher Ratio

Small class sizes; teachers are native speakers, with most staff trained in the United States.

Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Student Wellbeing and Agency is a core part of ITSW's approach. The Wellbeing & Student Agency program gives students space to express themselves, make decisions, and co-create their school life. The program is supported by a student government, personalized teacher care, and the presence of a wellbeing coach and specialists. It emphasizes emotional and social growth, helping students develop empathy, resilience, and agency to navigate a rapidly changing world. ITSW aims for students to feel part of a community that supports growth in harmony with themselves.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

ITSW uses three-language instruction: English, Polish, and a third language (French, Spanish, Chinese, or Japanese) across core subjects. The trilingual path uses the OPOL (One Person – One Language) method and language immersion to develop literacy and cognitive skills in all three languages. A common curriculum is delivered in English, Polish, and the chosen third language, with computer science and STEAM taught in English. Native-speaking teachers and educational specialists support students across ages. The program develops trilingual proficiency and 21st-century competencies, preparing students for local and international education. Language profiles are tailored to each student as they progress through nursery to middle school.

Mental Wellbeing

Student Wellbeing and Agency is a core part of ITSW's approach. The Wellbeing & Student Agency program gives students space to express themselves, make decisions, and co-create their school life. It is supported by a wellbeing coach and specialists and by personalized teacher care. The program aims to develop empathy, resilience, and agency in students, helping them navigate a rapidly changing world. ITSW emphasizes that students feel part of a community that supports growth in harmony with themselves.

Safeguarding

The school ensures every child feels safe, recognized, and important both in and out of the classroom. It emphasizes a secure, supportive environment as part of its wellbeing and agency approach. Students have access to a wellbeing coach and specialists who support safeguarding and welfare. Staff cultivate warmth, openness, and mutual respect to reduce risk and promote safety. The school places importance on safety and belonging as a foundation for learning.

Admissions

Admissions

1. Complete the initial application form to begin the recruitment process for ITSW nursery, preschool, primary or middle school. This first step helps ITSW get to know your child better and tailor the best, tailored educational path in the trilingual environment of ITSW. After submitting the form, ITSW will contact you to discuss the next steps in the enrollment process and invite you to a meeting at one of our campuses. The admission survey is the first and most important step to booking a place at ITSW.

2. Attend a meeting at a campus to discuss your child's needs, entry timeline, and the ITSW trilingual program. You will meet ITSW staff and discuss your questions. This meeting helps you and ITSW determine the best educational path for your child.

3. The admission survey is the first and most important step to booking a place. It begins the admissions process at ITSW and is a required step for moving forward with enrollment.

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