One of Poland's oldest and most vibrant cities — historic Old Market Square (Stary Rynek), Cathedral Island (Ostrów Tumski), and a lively student atmosphere. A major cultural and academic center in central Poland. Welcome to II Liceum Ogólnokształcące.
Greater Poland Voivodeship, Poland
Your home base for the Poznań leg of the exchange.
II LO im. Zamoyskiej — Founded 19th century, ~550 students
II Liceum Ogólnokształcące is one of Poznań's most prestigious high schools, founded over 100 years ago. This is a rigorous, academic school preparing students for the Polish Matura exam—the gateway to Polish and international universities. Strong tradition in humanities and sciences.
School culture is more formal than Dutch schools: teachers are authority figures (addressed as Pan/Pani), students are expected to be disciplined, and the workload is substantial. However, the school offers excellent international programs including IB (International Baccalaureate) and values student exchanges. Expect a structured, demanding, but highly respected educational experience.
One of Poland's most beautiful and historically significant cities.
Poznań's magnificent Old Market Square — colourful Renaissance townhouses and the iconic Town Hall with daily mechanical goats.
Cathedral Island — the spiritual birthplace of Poland, home to Poznań Cathedral where the first Polish rulers are buried.
Poznań's famous St. Martin's croissants — a protected regional speciality filled with white poppy seed paste.
A vast park on the site of a 19th-century Prussian fortress, now a peaceful green space with military museums.
Poland's capital — the restored Old Town, Warsaw Rising Museum, and the energy of a modern European metropolis.
Poznań has five universities and a young, vibrant atmosphere — great food, cafés, and a lively Old Town evening scene.
Dutch students stay with Polish host families for the full week—experiencing authentic Polish culture, traditions, and warmth. You'll notice differences: Polish people are more formal, direct, and family-focused. School is taken seriously, and work comes before play. But you'll also experience genuine hospitality, delicious home-cooked meals, and loyal friendships. Families are arranged and vetted by II LO's exchange coordinator.