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Krakow is home to 10 international schools, offering families a range of curricula and price points to choose from.
Compare 10 international schools in Krakow, Poland. Filter by curriculum, fees (average PLN 37,064), location, and more to find the right international school now.
Open Future International School is a day school in Kraków serving students aged 3 to 18. It offers the International Baccalaureate continuum—PYP in the early years and primary grades, followed by MYP and DP—alongside a bespoke curriculum. Instruction is bilingual, in English and Polish, with English language development woven into daily learning. The High School follows the Polish core curriculum and IB philosophy; it is a candidate for MYP and DP and has been authorized to offer the Diploma Programme since June 2, 2023 (IB World School 050654). Founded by Anna and Karol Tomczyk, Open Future was the first Lesser Poland school to gain PYP authorization and now serves around 500 students across roughly 30 projects annually. Facilities include purpose-built kindergarten spaces with dedicated art and gym classrooms, a Primary School gym, and a High School with a 30-acre garden, science labs, a library, and a Chill Room. It collaborates with Krakow Youth Talent Factory and Open Future Psychological and Pedagogical Clinic to support well-being and inquiry-based learning.
Embassy International School Kraków offers a British international education for ages 3 to 18. Established in 2015, it is the international school in Kraków and follows a British curriculum with the International Primary Curriculum in the Primary years. The learning path begins in Early Years and continues through Primary to Secondary, culminating in A-levels taught in small groups of up to five students in AQA courses. English is the working language of learning and instruction, with Polish language lessons available for Polish citizens as required by authorities. The campus sits in a pleasant residential area near Old Town and provides 1500 square metres of classrooms, specialist rooms updated in 2016, a library, and secure grounds with both a playground and a field for football and basketball. A rich activity programme includes MUN & Debate, Chess, Maths Club, Art, Drama, Music, and language clubs such as French, Japanese, Polish, and Spanish.
Wawel International School is a private bilingual school in Poland for ages 3 to 14, delivering the Cambridge Programme alongside a bespoke curriculum. All activities are taught in English, with Polish language, history and geography taught in Polish. The preschool is English-speaking and bilingual; the primary school is bilingual. The school combines the Polish MEN core curriculum with Cambridge Primary, Lower Secondary and Cambridge Advanced (A Levels) from Grade 1. In Grades 1–3 learning is integrated; from Grade 4 it becomes subject-based. Cambridge guides progression to Lower Secondary and A Levels, supported by Global Perspectives and Jolly Phonics for language development. The campus offers a bilingual English-language environment, modern classrooms, small class sizes and regular formative assessment. Extracurriculars include robotics, ceramics, chess, maths, cooking, drama, dance, taekwondo and gymnastics. Cambridge maps Polish grades to Cambridge stages, establishing a pathway to higher levels. The school emphasizes global awareness and collaboration skills.
Cracow International School is a dual-location, non-public high school in Kraków that delivers the Cambridge International program within a broader Polish and British curricular framework. The school serves ages 3 to 18, with Cambridge Primary, Lower and Upper Secondary programs, IGCSE, AS, and A Levels, taught mainly in English. The two campuses, Olsza (Sokołowskiego 19, 19A) and Błonia (Wyczółkowskiego 7), house a kindergarten through high school with small classes and purpose-built facilities. Olsza offers two buildings with adjacent playgrounds and a nearby 5-hectare green space, while Błonia hosts the high school in a quiet central site. Beyond Cambridge accreditation (International Examination Center PL027), the school follows British and Polish curricula and offers bilingual or English-only education, including Polish national examinations. A rich extracurricular program includes robotics, ceramics, chess, journalism, theatre, dance, and sports, complemented by Erasmus+ collaborations and mental health initiatives like Młode Głowy. A diverse, welcoming community supports learners.
Located in the center of Krakow, the International Trilingual School of Cracow (ITSC) offers a tri-lingual early-childhood and primary education path for children aged 1 to 7. Founded in 2018, building on the experience of the International Trilingual School of Warsaw, ITSC Cracow provides nursery, preschool and primary schooling with immersion in English, French and Polish. Instruction follows six programs across nursery through primary: American Common Core; British National Curriculum (EYFS); Finnish National Curriculum; Programme d'Enseignement de l'Ecole Maternelle; Polish National Curriculum; and the Primary Years Programme. The languages of instruction are English, French and Polish, and content is shared across the three languages through immersion and the One Person, One Language method. The school opened its first grade in 2025, creating a continuous international education path. A central Krakow location, native-speaking teachers, and facilities including a playground, cloakroom and playroom support early multilingual development and social-emotional growth. The school community reflects a mix of origins and cultures and fosters tolerance.
The Kraków Cosmopolitan School offers the British Curriculum with Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge A Levels for learners aged 5–18. The Kraków campus is organized around a shared hub with flexible spaces across three floors to support different ages and subjects. Years 7–13 learn in dedicated science, maths, and language classrooms, enabling deeper understanding and smooth progression as academic demands grow. Immersive primary classrooms provide vibrant, engaging environments where visible work and rich resources encourage confidence, independence, and a love of learning. The Curriculum Areas include Literacy, Physical Education, Wellbeing, Creative Arts, Languages, Humanities, Extracurricular, and Mathematics. The school prepares students for internationally recognised qualifications to support next steps in education. Creative Arts spaces include shared art studios, music rooms, and a library that foster creativity and collaboration. Wellbeing and PE are supported by access to a high-quality offsite sports centre. The school nurtures creative thinking, real‑world learning, and global outlook.
Maple Bear Kraków offers a blended Canadian Maple Bear curriculum with the Polish national program, serving children aged 3 to 11 in a bilingual, English‑speaking environment. The school operates in Kraków's Park district, at Saska 25, and follows a full immersion approach that enables English language acquisition through daily activities and play. Classrooms feature two teachers and small group sizes to support individualized attention and collaboration, while teaching methods emphasize inquiry‑based learning. The program combines Canadian standards with Polish requirements, ensuring coverage of national benchmarks alongside Maple Bear materials. Enrichment activities extend learning beyond regular classroom time, reinforcing curiosity and practical understanding across subjects. The Maple Bear network supports ongoing quality assurance through MBQA processes. This setting provides an early international experience for families seeking continuity between Canadian and Polish curricula in an English‑speaking environment.
Da Vinci's International Schools in Poland offer a continuous IB program from early childhood through the final diploma. The Preschool provides the IB PYP with Candidate status and is followed by the Primary School, which teaches the PYP and MYP in English within a multilingual environment. The High School delivers the IB Diploma Programme with Pre-IB preparation. Ages range from 2 to 18, and the campus is private and day-based. The English-language instruction is complemented by a bilingual/multilingual setting that supports international-mindedness and cross-cultural understanding. The campus near Mogilskie Roundabout features a spacious interior, a large parking lot, three playgrounds, a sports field, and a school bus service for primary and high school students. Native and bilingual teachers lead small-group classes, and meals are healthy. Extracurriculars include language learning, artistic activities, and sports. This combination fosters academic growth, language development, and global awareness in a supportive, inclusive environment for families.
International School of Kraków is a not-for-profit PreK–12 international school offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and a certified American high school diploma. The Lusina campus offers learning spaces on a site since 1993. ISK delivers a vertically aligned curriculum from Early Years through Grade 12; in Grades 6–10, instruction draws on AERO, Common Core, and Next Generation Science Standards, with language, arts, technology, and physical education integrated for holistic growth. In Grades 11–12, students may pursue the IB Diploma Programme or the American High School Diploma, with the option to take IB courses for certificates. Language programming includes Polish, French, German, and Spanish, plus a Polish Bilingual Language Pathway aligned to the IB Learner Profile. Innovative programs include Learning Outside the Gates field trips and STEAM experiences. ISK is affiliated with the U.S. Department of State's Office of Overseas Schools and NEASC-accredited, with the ISK Forward 2030 initiative.
British International School of Cracow offers an English-language curriculum for ages 3 to 18. Foundation Stage follows British Early Years Foundation Stage, with English National Curriculum guiding Cambridge Primary, Cambridge Secondary, Cambridge IGCSE, and International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. The school has 30 years of experience delivering British education and has been an IB World School since 2006. Accredited by the International Baccalaureate Organisation, Cambridge International, COBIS and AQA, it teaches an English-based curriculum across the campus. With 220 students from over 35 countries, it blends traditional British practices with innovative teaching methods. Facilities include ICT and library resources and science laboratories, plus a gym for Physical Education. The school offers a complete pathway from Preschool (age 3) to the IB DP, with English as the language of instruction, located in Cracow. Extra-curriculars include theatre performances and Beyond the Classroom programs (Summer School, Ski Week, Green Camp, Mini Camp) and concerts.
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