Admissions for the 2026/2027 school year at IAS Warsaw are now open. Whether your family has just arrived in Warsaw, is planning a move, or is looking for a change from your current school, here is everything you need to know about applying. We accept students year-round, including mid-year transfers, which matters if your relocation timeline does not align neatly with September. This guide covers who we are, what we offer, and what the application process looks like.
Who Is IAS Warsaw?
IAS Warsaw, formally the International American School of Warsaw, was founded in 1989 as the first private American school in post-Communist Poland. We have been running for over 35 years, which means there is a real track record behind everything on this page. The school serves students from Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12, ages 4 to 18.
IAS Warsaw is triple accredited by the International Baccalaureate Organization, Cognia (the main American accreditation body), and the Polish Ministry of Education. That combination is unusual. Most international schools hold one or two accreditations. Triple accreditation means the school is independently verified to meet the academic standards of three different systems simultaneously.
The school community includes students from more than 40 nationalities. The student-teacher ratio is 7:1, and the maximum class size is 18 students. The campus is in Ursynow, near Metro Kabaty and the Kabaty forest, with two buildings: Lower Elementary at ul. Dembego 12 and the Upper School at ul. Dembego 18.
Three Diploma Pathways
The International American School of Warsaw is the only school in Warsaw that offers three full diploma pathways: the IB Diploma Programme, the American High School Diploma, and the Polish Matura. Your child does not need to choose at the point of enrollment. The choice is typically made around Grade 10, and the school’s college counselor supports families through that decision.
The IB Diploma is designed for students planning to study at universities in the UK, Netherlands, Germany, and across Europe. It is a rigorous two-year programme completed in Grades 11 and 12, and The International American School of Warsaw has been an authorized IB school since 2006. For students targeting US or Canadian universities, the American High School Diploma, accredited by Cognia, provides the transcripts and course structure that American admissions offices expect.
For families who plan to stay in Poland, or whose children may want to study at a Polish university including Polish medical schools, the Polish Matura is essential. IAS Warsaw’s accreditation by the Polish Ministry of Education means the school meets national Polish standards, which makes this pathway fully legitimate. This flexibility is one of the most practical reasons to choose IAS as an international school Warsaw families rely on when circumstances change.
What Makes the Classroom Different
The 7:1 student-teacher ratio is not a marketing figure. With a maximum of 18 students per class, teachers at IAS Warsaw have time to notice things. They notice when a student who usually participates has gone quiet. They notice when someone who has been struggling starts to click. They give feedback on drafts before they are graded, not just after.
For children who are shy, adjusting to a new country, or working at either end of the ability range, that kind of environment makes a real difference. Students who are advanced get pushed further. Students who need more support get it without having to ask. There is nowhere to disappear in a class of 18, and that is the point.
Support for Families Relocating to Warsaw
IAS Warsaw understands what it is like to move to a new country with children. The school accepts students throughout the year, so your September deadline does not have to align with ours. Families applying in November or February or April are treated the same as families applying in June.
For students arriving without English as their primary language, IAS has a dedicated EAL (English as an Additional Language) programme with dedicated classes and support built into the weekly schedule. Language liaisons who speak Chinese, Ukrainian, and Turkish are available to help families navigate the transition. Many parents say the first term is harder on them than on their children, and the school has seen enough of those transitions to know what actually helps.
The International American School of Warsaw runs a school bus service across Warsaw, covering major residential areas. The parent community of 40 nationalities means your family will quickly find others who have done what you are doing. If you are looking for an expat school Warsaw families recommend for mid-year starts and genuine community, this is the environment we have built over 35 years.
How to Apply
The application process at IAS Warsaw is straightforward. Here is what it looks like in practice.
- Contact admissions. Email [email protected] or call +48 22 649 14 40. Tell us your child’s age, grade, and expected start date. The admissions team will confirm whether a place is available and answer any initial questions.
- Schedule a visit. Come on a regular school day, not just an open house. Walk the hallways, see a class in session, and talk to a teacher. You will learn more in 30 minutes on campus than from any brochure or website.
- Submit your application. Complete the online application form at ias.edu.pl/recruitment/apply-now/. You will need your child’s previous school records and any relevant documents.
- Confirmation and next steps. The admissions team will follow up to confirm placement and walk you through the enrollment paperwork.
Tuition is paid in 10 monthly installments, with nothing due in July or August. Monthly fees start from approximately 5,800 PLN for Kindergarten and go up to approximately 8,800 PLN for Grades 10 to 12. Sibling and loyalty discounts are available. A one-time enrollment fee of 4,000 PLN reserves your child’s place. Full fee details are available from the admissions team.
What Is Coming in 2026/2027
The 2026/2027 year includes some genuinely interesting things worth knowing about.
IAS is begining its renovations of classrooms and unique spaces during the summer. We are also developing as an IB MYP candidate school, expanding the International Baccalaureate framework into the Middle School years. Alongside this, an AI literacy programme is now integrated across all grade levels, preparing students to understand and work with the tools that are already reshaping how knowledge is produced and applied. These are not initiatives on a roadmap. They are happening in classrooms now.
Come and See the School
If you are considering IAS for your child, the best thing you can do is visit. Not a brochure, not a video, not this article. Come and see the school on a normal day. You will know within 20 minutes whether it is the right fit. The campus is small enough that you can see the whole thing in one visit, and the admissions team will make time to talk through your specific situation.
Admissions for international school Warsaw 2026/2027 enrollment are open now, and we accept applications year-round. Get in touch to arrange a visit or to ask any questions.
[email protected] | +48 22 649 14 40 | ias.edu.pl/recruitment/apply-now/
