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Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction
Polish British Academy of Warsaw offers a diverse international curriculum for learners aged 5 to 14, combining a solid foundation in the British system with a wide range of global qualifications. The school begins with the EYFS and moves through primary and early secondary learning aligned to British standards, while exposing students to internationally recognised pathways. Its curriculum includes Pearson Edexcel IGCSE and Cambridge IGCSE as well as Cambridge Secondary programs, Cambridge International AS Levels and Cambridge A Levels, providing flexible options for subject choice and progression. In addition, BTEC qualifications offer practical routes alongside traditional exams. The school also incorporates IB programmes across PYP and MYP, with exposure to the Diploma Programme components. This blend enables students to explore sciences, languages, humanities, and creative subjects within a coherent international framework, supporting multiple higher education destinations. The approach emphasizes breadth, inquiry, and preparation for studies beyond national boundaries for success.
Polish British Academy of Warsaw has typical class sizes of 18, instruction in English, Polish.
Fees
Annual tuition at Polish British Academy of Warsaw ranges from PLN 44,774 to PLN 53,731 for 2026/27.
Application / Registration fee - New entrants: PLN 4,000 (one‑off, payable on admission). - Graduates of the school's Kids' Academy preschool: PLN 3,500 (one‑off). - The registration/writing‑in fee is charged once at enrolment and is non‑refundable.
Tuition fees by year group (annual amounts) - Years 0, 1, 2, 3 (early years / lower primary): PLN 44,774 per year. - Years 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 (upper primary / middle years): PLN 53,731 per year.
Tuition — per‑term / per‑installment amounts (calculated from the published annual fee) - The school allows the annual tuition to be paid in 2, 4, 6 or 10 instalments; the figures below are the annual fee divided by each instalment option and are presented as calculated amounts. - Years 0–3 (annual PLN 44,774): - 2 instalments: PLN 22,387.00 each. - 4 instalments: PLN 11,193.50 each. - 6 instalments: PLN 7,462.33 each (rounded). - 10 instalments: PLN 4,477.40 each. - Years 4–8 (annual PLN 53,731): - 2 instalments: PLN 26,865.50 each. - 4 instalments: PLN 13,432.75 each. - 6 instalments: PLN 8,955.17 each (rounded). - 10 instalments: PLN 5,373.10 each.
First year total (example) — new enrolment - For a new entrant to Years 0–3: registration fee PLN 4,000 + annual tuition PLN 44,774 = PLN 48,774 total due in the first year (registration fee charged separately at admission). - For a graduate of the Kids' Academy entering Years 0–3: registration fee PLN 3,500 + annual tuition PLN 44,774 = PLN 48,274 total due in the first year.
Billing schedule and payment terms - The annual tuition may be divided and paid in 2, 4, 6 or 10 instalments. - Children who join mid‑year are billed on a monthly pro‑rata basis: the school divides the annual fee into 10 months and charges proportionally for the calendar months attended in that school year. - The registration fee is a one‑off payment due at enrolment and is non‑refundable. - A sibling discount is available for families with more than one child enrolled.
Boarding fees - The Polish British Academy of Warsaw operates as a day school (no boarding provision listed); there are no boarding fees.
Other costs or optional charges - Optional / additional charges that may apply (published or explicitly signposted): - Extracurricular activities and after‑school clubs are charged in addition to tuition. - Lunch: the annual fee includes two meals (breakfast and a snack); lunch can be ordered separately from the catering provider at additional cost. - Workshops and psychologist support are included in the annual fee where indicated; optional services beyond the included offer may carry additional charges. - No separate compulsory uniform fee or a published uniform charge appears in the school's published fees summary.
Refund information - The registration fee is explicitly stated as a one‑off, non‑refundable payment. - Specific tuition refund or cancellation charge schedules are not detailed in the fees summary available in the school's published fees information; refunds or cancellations are handled under the school's enrolment/contract terms.
Fee payment options / practical process - The school issues a fee schedule and invoices and offers the instalment patterns above; parents are billed according to the chosen instalment plan. - The public fees summary does not list specific payment channels (for example, which card processors or bank account details) in the fee table; payment methods and invoicing details are arranged through the school finance/administration office (contact details appear with the published fee information).
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school states that the successful social and emotional development of each child is only possible with a strong and unique relationship between pupils and their teachers.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school organises Polish as a Foreign Language (PFL) and English as a Foreign Language (EFL). PFL classes are mandatory for foreign-language students whose limited knowledge of Polish makes it difficult to communicate in Polish-language classes. EFL classes are compulsory for students whose limited knowledge of English makes it difficult to participate in English-language lessons. An International Class with an English-Language Profile exists, in which classes are conducted mainly in English alongside Polish-language instruction.
Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported through the emphasis on social and emotional development and the close pupil–teacher relationships that underpin the learning environment.
Safeguarding
Polish British Academy of Warsaw recognises its responsibility to protect children. The Safeguarding Policy applies to all staff, governors, pupils, teachers and volunteers and exists to establish and maintain an environment where students feel secure, are encouraged to talk and are listened to.
FAQs
What type of school is Polish British Academy of Warsaw?
Polish British Academy of Warsaw is a private international school in Poland, operating as a Co-educational, serving students aged 5 to 14.
What curriculum does Polish British Academy of Warsaw follow?
Polish British Academy of Warsaw follows a British curriculum framework, providing students with an internationally recognised educational pathway.
What age range does Polish British Academy of Warsaw cater to?
Polish British Academy of Warsaw accepts students aged 5 to 14.
What are the fees at Polish British Academy of Warsaw?
**Application / Registration fee**
- New entrants: PLN 4,000 (one‑off, payable on admission).
- Graduates of the school's Kids' Academy preschool: PLN 3,500 (one‑off).
- The registration/writing‑in fee is charged once at enrolment and is non‑refundable.
**Tuition fees by year group (annual amounts)**
- Years 0, 1, 2, 3 (early years / lower primary): PLN 44,774 per year.
- Years 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 (upper primary / middle years): PLN 53,731 per year.
**Tuition — per‑term / per‑installment amount
Does Polish British Academy of Warsaw offer English language support?
The school organises Polish as a Foreign Language (PFL) and English as a Foreign Language (EFL). PFL classes are mandatory for foreign-language students whose limited knowledge of Polish makes it difficult to communicate in Polish-language classes. EFL classes are compulsory for students whose limit
How many students attend Polish British Academy of Warsaw?
Polish British Academy of Warsaw has approximately 282 students enrolled.
When was Polish British Academy of Warsaw founded?
Polish British Academy of Warsaw was founded in 2004.
What dining options are available at Polish British Academy of Warsaw?
Meals are provided by a catering company; breakfast and snacks are prepared on site in the school kitchen, and meals are eaten in the canteen. Children may choose from the proposed menu or bring meals
