At Edison International School, we create a modern learning environment that prepares students for the challenges of the 21st century. We emphasise moral and social development by integrating technology with a personalised approach. Our goal is to educate independent, globally minded citizens who are ready to bring about positive change in both local and international communities.
Edison International School is a bilingual primary and secondary school located in Warsaw's Wilanów district. It follows both the Polish and British curricula, combining academic excellence with innovative, student-centered teaching. At the primary level, the school implements the international Cambridge programme, covering key subjects such as mathematics, science, English, and the arts. English is the main language of instruction, and students also have the opportunity to learn additional languages. The secondary school offers the prestigious IGCSE and A-Levels programmes, allowing students to specialize according to their interests and career goals. As an Apple Distinguished School, Edison integrates advanced technology into everyday learning. Students use iPads, robots, 3D printers and pens, and interactive educational apps, making the learning process highly engaging and dynamic. The school emphasizes the interdisciplinary STEAM approach (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics), encouraging both analytical thinking and creativity. Edison is accredited by the Council of British International Schools (COBIS), ensuring a high-quality education aligned with international standards. The school consistently achieves excellent exam results and ranks highly in national evaluations. With small class sizes and personalized teaching methods, Edison offers comprehensive support for students with diverse educational needs. The rich extracurricular programme – including sports, art, coding, science clubs, and more – nurtures initiative, teamwork, and individual passions. Students are also actively involved in charity projects, fostering responsibility and empathy. Nutritious meals are provided daily, and the school’s holistic educational philosophy prepares students to become thoughtful, responsible global citizens and future leaders.
Our Kids speaks to Agnieszka Olszewska, founder and principal of Polish-English Primary School Edison
Polish-English Primary School Edison is located in the Warsaw district of Wilanów. It’s an elementary school that implements two curricula—Polish and English.
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Central to your child's school experience is the underlying curriculum taught in the classroom. "Curriculum" refers to both what is taught and how it's taught. When considering the different curricula outlined in the next few pages, keep in mind that few schools fall neatly into one category or another. Most schools' curricula comprise a blend of best practices drawn from multiple curriculum types. Having said that, most schools do have a general overall curriculum type. These are identified for each school on OurKids.net.
Primary Curriculum: ProgressiveProgressive (sometimes called "inquiry based" or "discovery based") curricula use students' interests and their natural curiosity as the driver for instruction. Teachers provide materials, experiences, tools and resources necessary for students to investigate a topic or issue. Students are then encouraged to explore, reflect on their findings, and discuss answers, solutions, and insights.
Secondary Curriculum: Academic| Focus | Special needs |
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| Academic | Gifted |
| Subject type | offered |
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| Learning strategy and study counselling; habit formation | |
| Extra support and minor accommodations for children experiencing subclinical difficulties |
| Subject type | offered |
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| Accommodations | |
| Modifications | |
| Extra support |
| Special needs | Accomodations
Formal adjustments are made to the delivery of lessons to help mitigate the learning difficulty or exceptionality. The underlying content and expectations remain unchanged with accommodations, however. (Example: allowing a student to write tests in a quieter room). | Modifications The underlying content and expectations are modified and/or simplified for the sake of the student. (Examples: allowing student to use a calculator on a test when other students can’t; allowing students to bring word-banks or “cheat sheets” into certain tests, etc) | Remediation Research-based therapeutic measures that target and ameliorate the underlying weakness. |
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| Learning disabilities | |||
| ADHD (moderate to severe) | |||
| Dyslexia (Language-Based Learning Disability) | |||
| Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) | |||
| Dyscalculia | |||
| Dysgraphia | |||
| Language Processing Disorder | |||
| Nonverbal Learning Disorders (NLD) | |||
| Visual Perceptual/Visual Motor Deficit | |||
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| Autism | |||
| Asperger's Syndrome | |||
| Down syndrome | |||
| Intellectual disability | |||
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| Troubled behaviour / troubled teens | |||
| Clinical Depression | |||
| Suicidal thoughts | |||
| Drug and alcohol abuse | |||
| Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) | |||
| Physical | |||
| Dyspraxia (Developmental Coordination Disorder) | |||
| Blindness | |||
| Deafness | |||
| Cystic Fibrosis | |||
| Multiple physical |
| Program | offered |
|---|---|
| Full-time gifted program (parallel to rest of school) | |
| Part-time gifted program (pull-out; parallel to rest of class) |
Curriculum delivery: Acceleration and enrichment (There is an equal emphasis on acceleration and enrichment.)
| Program | offered |
|---|---|
| Custom subject enrichment (special arrangement) | |
| Custom curriculum compacting (special arrangement) | |
| Guided independent study (custom gifted arrangement) | |
| Cyber-learning opportunities (custom gifted arrangement) | |
| Formalized peer coaching opportunities (specifically for gifted learners to coach others) | |
| Custom subject acceleration (special arrangement) | |
| Career exploration (custom gifted arrangement) | |
| Project-based learning (custom gifted arrangement) | |
| Mentorships (custom gifted arrangement) |
In grade Gr. 9, EIS students perform an average of 45 mins of homework per night.
| PS | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | |
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| EIS | 0 mins | 15 mins | 15 mins | 15 mins | 30 mins | 30 mins | 30 mins | 45 mins | 45 mins | 45 mins | 45 mins |
| Site Average | 2 mins | 8 mins | 15 mins | 16 mins | 22 mins | 28 mins | 32 mins | 37 mins | 48 mins | 49 mins | 70 mins |
We offer a wide range of additional activities, both paid and free of charge.
| Sports Offered | Competitive | Recreational |
|---|---|---|
| Downhill skiing | ||
| Football | ||
| Ice Skating | ||
| Martial Arts | ||
| Running | ||
| Soccer | ||
| Swimming | ||
| Volleyball | ||
| Basketball | ||
| Cycling | ||
| Gymnastics |
| Clubs Offered |
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| Judo |
| Foreign Language Club |
| Math Club |
| School newspaper |
| Student Council |
| Yoga |
| IT Club |
| Art Club |
| Band |
| Chess Club |
| Choir |
| Community Service |
| Computer Club |
| Dance Club |
| Grade | NS | PS | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day | zł32,280 | zł30,000 | zł48,000 | zł50,400 | zł54,000 | zł60,000 | zł67,200 | ||||||||
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| Grades | Enrollment |
|---|---|
| Nursery (2,5 years) to Gr. 12 | 260 |
| % of foreign students | 30% |
| # of nationalities attending school | 6 |
| NS | PS | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | |
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| Class Size | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 |
| Services | Offered |
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| Career planning | |
| Internships | |
| Mentorship Program | |
| University counseling |
| Key Numbers | |
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| Average graduating class size | N/A |
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