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. |