What is a typical class size at IAS Warsaw?

Grades PreKG-KG have a maximum of 14 students, Grades 1-4 have a maximum of 18 students, and Grades 5-12 have a maximum of 24 students per class.

What curriculum does the International American School of Warsaw follow?

IAS is an accredited American school following American Common Core Standards. In grades 11-12, students choose between the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (IBDP) and the American High School Diploma (HSDP).

What diploma tracks are offered at IAS Warsaw?

IAS offers two diploma tracks: the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (IBDP) and the American High School Diploma (HSDP). Both are recognized by universities worldwide.

Does my child need to speak English to enter IAS Warsaw?

Students entering 10th grade should have minimum B1+ English proficiency. For lower grades, IAS accepts students at all English levels with a pull-out EAL program providing up to 8 hours per week at no additional cost.

Where do IAS Warsaw students come from?

The student body represents over 40 countries with no dominant cohort. Each classroom may have students from as many as 10 different countries, resembling a United Nations community.

What is IAS Warsaw's average IB exam score?

The IAS IB cohort consistently scores above world averages. The school achieved an average score of 33.8 compared to the world average of 32.1, with a top score of 42.

What universities do IAS Warsaw graduates attend?

IAS graduates attend top universities worldwide including Oxford, Cambridge, MIT, University of California, King's College London, UCL, and many more, with emphasis on UK, USA, and EU institutions.

Where do IAS Warsaw teachers come from?

IAS provides an international faculty from many nations including the USA, Britain, Ireland, Scotland, France, India, Turkey, Pakistan, and Poland. All humanities courses are taught by native English speakers.

Does IAS Warsaw offer extracurricular activities?

Yes. Every Wednesday after school is reserved for clubs including art, dance, sport, student newspaper (IAS Times), theatrical performances, football, basketball, chess, and handball. Clubs may vary yearly.

Is there a school uniform at IAS Warsaw?

Students are not required to wear school uniforms, but the school upholds a dress code to ensure appropriate standards are followed.

Reminder: Opening Ceremony 2023/2024

Dear Parents and Students,

We trust you enjoyed a rejuvenating summer and are excited to welcome you back for the 2023/2024 academic year at IAS. Our opening ceremony will be held tomorrow, Friday, 1st of September.

Highlights of the Opening Ceremony:

– Welcome address by the administration

– Introduction to homeroom teachers

– Distribution of class schedules and an overview of school policies

– Locker assignments for students

For parents wishing to purchase textbooks, payments can be made at the main school office. However, to streamline the process, we highly recommend making payments online or before the opening ceremony week. Textbooks will be distributed in classrooms from September 4th.

Opening Ceremony Timings:

Dembego 12 (Pre-KG to grade 4)

10:00 – Opening Address

10:15 – Homeroom Teacher Meetings

Dembego 18 (grades 5 to 8 )

11:00 – Opening Address

11:15 – Homeroom Teacher Meetings

Dembego 18 (grades 9 & 10)

13:00 – Opening Address

13:15 – Homeroom Teacher Meetings

Dembego 18 (grades 11 & 12)

15:00 – Opening Address