Quick summary of key school information
School details
Number of students |
300 |
Number of nationalities represented in the school |
40 |
Ratio of local students to international students |
30% local : 70% international |
Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
Language support for students not fluent in English |
English as a Second Language |
Additional language classes offered by the school |
Polish, German, French |
Max. number of students per class |
22 |
Average number of students per class |
Class sizes from 16-22. |
External examinations or assessments available |
IB Diploma, American High School Diploma, SAT |
Student access to education psychologist |
Yes |
Waiting list |
Depends on the grade level. |
Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
No deadline |
Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
School start time |
8:30 |
School finish time |
15:30 |
School bus service available |
Yes |
School provided lunches |
Yes |
Uniform required |
No |
Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
IAS provides many clubs and activities. |
Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
Sports facilities at the school |
IAS is currently using SGGW sport facilities for all PE classes. This is a state-of-the-art physical fitness facility about 5 minutes drive from the school. |
Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Founded in 1989 as one of the first international schools in Warsaw, the International American School offers a K-12 education that meets both local and international standards in an environment of openness, multiculturalism and achievement. The IAS community promotes a culture of respect, joy of learning, challenge and cooperation. |
Teaching approach of the school |
IAS' guiding mission focuses on attaining the best academic results for its students while fostering the development of dynamic, considerate and responsible world citizens. |