At Cracow International School, most teachers are fully fluent non-native English speakers, and we also have several native speakers from England and America. This mix ensures students receive high-quality instruction in English while benefiting from a diverse, international teaching team.

At Cracow International School (CIS), we do not offer separate English classes for all students, as most learn English quickly through full immersion in lessons and daily school life. However, for students who struggle with the language, we provide additional support and targeted help to ensure they can keep up and succeed in the classroom.

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Each classroom typically has around 16–18 students, allowing for a personalized and supportive learning environment where teachers can give individual attention and students can actively participate.

Yes, we employ teaching assistants to support classroom learning. Additionally, we welcome Erasmus interns, who provide extra help to teachers and contribute to a dynamic, international learning environment.

At Cracow International School, we use technology in a balanced and healthy way to enhance learning. Teachers make use of interactive whiteboards in lessons, and students have access to tablets for certain activities. In the preschool, we use projectors instead of screens, ensuring that young children can benefit from visual learning without excessive screen time.

Yes, at Cracow International School, we are prepared to use virtual classroom technologies in exceptional situations. For example, during emergencies such as quarantines, we deliver lessons online via video conferencing to ensure that our students’ learning continues without interruption.

At Cracow International School, we do not practice religion as part of the general curriculum, keeping the school secular and inclusive. However, for students who speak Polish, we offer optional Catholic religion lessons in line with their needs and family preferences.

For students who do not attend religion classes, we provide alternatives. While some students are in religion lessons, the rest of the class can participate in ethics classes or spend that time in the school’s aftercare programme, ensuring everyone has meaningful and appropriate activities.

At Cracow International School, our students complete Cambridge assessments, including IGCSE and A Levels, which provide internationally recognised qualifications and prepare them for admission to universities around the world.

Yes, at Cracow International School, teachers assign homework to reinforce learning, practice skills, and prepare students for upcoming lessons.

The amount and type of homework are carefully planned to support learning without overwhelming students, encouraging independent study while maintaining a healthy balance.

Yes, at Cracow International School, we have a school psychologist whom students can contact if they need support. Additionally, if a student has an official opinion from a special education centre, the school organizes the required classes and support in line with that recommendation, ensuring that every child receives the help they need to thrive.

Yes, students have access to a school psychologist who provides support for learning, social, and emotional needs. This ensures that students can get professional guidance whenever they face challenges or need additional help in their academic or personal development.

Yes, at Cracow International School (CIS), we perform evaluations before enrolling new students to ensure they are placed in the most suitable learning environment.

For first-year primary students, we arrange a meeting with our pedagogue to check the child’s school readiness and to get to know them before the school year begins.

For students joining upper primary and high school, we conduct an English test to assess their language proficiency if they have not previously studied in English.

For high school students, we also administer a general English test to evaluate whether they are ready to learn in English and to assign them to the appropriate language group.

At Cracow International School, admissions are based on current place availability. Families are encouraged to apply early, as spaces in certain year groups, especially in upper primary and high school, may be limited.

There is no strict registration deadline, as admissions are accepted throughout the year based on available places. Families are encouraged to apply as early as possible to secure a spot, especially in popular year groups.

Students can join an academic year that has already started, provided there are available places. We work closely with new students to help them catch up with the curriculum and settle smoothly into the school community.

At Cracow International School, the preschool opens at 7:30 am, while in primary and high school, lessons usually start around 8:20 am, giving students time to settle in and begin the day ready to learn.

Preschool closes at 5:20 pm, while in primary and high school, lessons finish depending on the schedule but usually no later than 3:00 pm, with after-school care available if needed until 5.20 pm.

Yes, at Cracow International School, we provide supervised after-school care for Primary school students in the afternoon, until 5:20 pm, giving families flexibility and ensuring students are cared for in a safe, structured environment.

No, we do not provide a school bus service. Families arrange transportation for students independently.

We offer lunches through a catering company. Both vegetarian and meat options are available. In the preschool, catering is obligatory, ensuring that all children receive balanced meals during the school day.

We work with our catering company to accommodate special dietary needs whenever possible. This includes alternative options for students with specific requirements, such as vegetarian or other medically or culturally motivated diets, provided these needs are communicated in advance.

We do not require students to wear a uniform every day. However, on official Mondays, students are asked to wear the school uniform. The uniform is also required during various official events and school outings. On other days, students are free to dress in their own clothes, following the school’s dress code.

At Cracow International School, we offer a varied range of extracurricular activities tailored to different age groups and student interests.

In preschool and primary school, our annual programme is based on parents’ and students’ interests. We offer both paid classes, run by external providers, and free-of-charge activities organized by the school. For example, in the 2025/26 school year, paid classes included Ceramics, Ballet, Craft Club, Detective Club, Taekwondo, Chess, Trampolines, and Creative Dance, while school-organized activities included subject support classes, Choir, Craft Club, and Coding Club.

In high school, we run student-driven clubs organized by teachers, such as Coding Club, Charity Club, Science Club, and Art & Design Club, allowing students to explore their passions and develop new skills beyond the classroom.

Physical education is an integral part of the curriculum. In primary school, students in grades 1–3 have 3 hours of PE per week, while students in grades 4–8 have 4 hours per week. These lessons include a variety of activities designed to develop fitness, coordination, teamwork, and overall well-being.

We do not currently have school sports teams, but our students actively participate in various sports competitions, giving them opportunities to develop skills, stay active, and enjoy healthy competition.

We have science labs for both primary and high school students, and each educational stage has its own well-stocked library filled with engaging and age-appropriate books.

For younger children, our preschool has two outdoor playgrounds located just outside the building. Additionally, both primary and preschool students can enjoy a beautiful, spacious garden on the school premises, providing plenty of space for outdoor activities and recreation.

We provide sports facilities that include playgrounds for outdoor activities and a school gym for indoor physical education and sports lessons.

At Cracow International School, we are defined by a combination of academic excellence, future-ready skills, and wellbeing. We focus on developing future competencies—critical thinking, creativity, communication, and collaboration—complemented by the Cambridge learner attributes, such as resilience, curiosity, and reflective learning.

Equally important to us is student wellbeing: we strive to create a balanced environment where students can achieve high academic standards while feeling supported, motivated, and happy. This combination of future-ready skills, Cambridge values, and wellbeing defines the culture and character of our school.

At CIS, our teaching approach is student-centered, inquiry-based, and aligned with the Cambridge curriculum. We focus on active learning, encouraging students to think critically, ask questions, and engage deeply with the subject matter.

Lessons are designed to develop both academic knowledge and future-ready skills, including creativity, collaboration, communication, and problem-solving. We also emphasize personalized support, ensuring that every student can progress at their own pace and build confidence in their abilities.

Additionally, we integrate wellbeing and a balanced approach to learning, creating a positive environment where students are motivated, engaged, and prepared for both academic success and life beyond school.