At Cracow International School in Kraków, students in grades 1, 2, and 3 attend classes primarily in English, with the exception of Polish language lessons and topics related to Polish history and geography. Our approach ensures that young learners can comfortably follow lessons in English while building strong foundational knowledge.
For example, during art classes, students explore colors in English, learning both primary and secondary colors while practicing their English speaking skills in a fun and interactive way.
A sample class schedule for grades 1 and 2:
*Integrated education = mathematical, scientific, artistic contents etc.
At Cracow International School, students in grades 4–8 follow the Cambridge Programme. Most lessons are conducted in English, while Polish language, history, and geography classes are taught in Polish to ensure a strong foundation in the national curriculum.
This approach fully prepares Polish-speaking students for national exams, such as the eighth-grade state exam, while giving all students the chance to master academic subjects in English.
A sample class schedule for grades 4, 7, and 8:
