Abroad International School Osaka
- IB PYP
- IB MYP
- IB Diploma
Per yearabout USD 6.63K–12.3K
JPY 1.05M–1.95M · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-11-02)
About
Co-educational international school in Osaka offering IB PYP, MYP and DP programmes from early learning to Grade 12, with English-medium instruction and an EAL program.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
IB PYP · IB MYP · IB Diploma
Ages
Ages 1–18
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Accreditations
- IB
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
2026-27 school year
Age on the first day of the school year (usually 1 September). Cut-off dates differ by school.
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| Nursery – 3 days | JPY 1,050,000≈ USD 6.63K |
| Nursery – 4 days | JPY 1,250,000≈ USD 7.89K |
| Nursery – 5 days | JPY 1,550,000≈ USD 9.79K |
| PreSchool ~ Kindergarten | JPY 1,550,000≈ USD 9.79K |
| Primary School | JPY 1,800,000≈ USD 11.4K |
| Secondary School | JPY 1,950,000≈ USD 12.3K |
| per year | |
|---|---|
| Nursery – 3 days | JPY 1,050,000 (about USD 6.63K) |
| Nursery – 4 days | JPY 1,250,000 (about USD 7.89K) |
| Nursery – 5 days | JPY 1,550,000 (about USD 9.79K) |
| PreSchool ~ Kindergarten | JPY 1,550,000 (about USD 9.79K) |
| Primary School | JPY 1,800,000 (about USD 11.4K) |
| Secondary School | JPY 1,950,000 (about USD 12.3K) |
Source: school website (osaka.abroadschools.jp) · checked 2026-11-02 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Abroad International School Osaka (this school) | JPY 1,050,000 (about USD 6.63K) | JPY 1,950,000 (about USD 12.3K) |
| Osaka YMCA International School | JPY 670,000 (about USD 4.23K) | JPY 2,049,000 (about USD 12.9K) |
| Osaka International School of Kwansei Gakuin | JPY 2,270,000 (about USD 14.3K) | JPY 2,828,000 (about USD 17.9K) |
| Keonguk School (Baekdu Hagwon) | JPY 240,000 (about USD 1.52K) | JPY 240,000 (about USD 1.52K) |
| One World International School Osaka | JPY 1,444,800 (about USD 9.13K) | JPY 1,769,100 (about USD 11.2K) |
| Korea International School | JPY 340,000 (about USD 2.15K) | JPY 460,000 (about USD 2.91K) |
Source: school website (osaka.abroadschools.jp) · checked 2026-11-02 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- JPY 30,000
- Enrolment fee
- JPY 250,000
- Capital levy
- JPY 250,000
As published by the school. Amounts change with the school year and exchange rates; please confirm with the school before applying. Converted amounts use the reference rate of the date shown. ECB reference rate (2026-11-06). Source: school website (checked 2026-11-02)
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
- Intake
- 8
- Mid-year entry
- Possible
- Entry process
- Interview
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explained
The IB's four programmes
Schools often run only some of the four. Highlighted boxes are the ones this school offers.
- IB PYPOffered
Early years to primary · Ages 3–12
The IB's primary programme. Children learn through questions and units of inquiry rather than separate subjects.
- IB MYPOffered
Middle years (ages 11–16) · Ages 11–16
The IB's middle-years programme: eight subject groups taught with links between them, ending with a personal project.
- IB DP (Diploma)Offered
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's university-entrance qualification — what people usually mean by "the IB". Six subjects plus the Extended Essay, TOK and CAS, scored out of 45.
- IB CP (Career-related)Not here
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's career-related route for the same ages as the DP: at least two DP courses plus a career-related study chosen by the school.
Last two years: DP or CP
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Languages
- Academics
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- English support (EAL)
- Yes
- School bus
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Library
Sports
- Soccer
- Karate
- Basketball
- Gymnastics
- Table tennis
- Dance
Arts
- Art and crafts
- Scrapbooking
- Classic movies
After-school activities
- Study Hall
- After School Day Care
- Kanji Club
- Karate Club
- Soccer Club
- Art and Crafts Club
- Classic Movies Club
- K-Pop Dance Club
- Recreational Maths Club
- Culture Club
- Gymnastics
- OOH Club
- Crochet Club
- Basketball Club
- Scrapbooking Club
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Additional learning support
Supports learning through the EAL programme, MAP testing and Saturday School.
- EAL Program
- MAP Testing
- Saturday School
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
School day structure
Offers after-school study hall and day care; afternoon care runs until 18:00.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bus service
Runs school buses on routes A, B and C plus a shuttle; times and routes may change.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Source: Read from the school's website
Food options
Healthy school lunch is ordered monthly; families may bring a packed lunch.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
Offers IB PYP, MYP and DP programmes with an inquiry-based approach.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Source: Read from the school's website
English as an additional language (EAL)
Runs an EAL programme supporting non-native English-speaking students.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
Source: Read from the school's website
Community
Attended a Filipino community event and donated proceeds to flood-affected areas.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Source: Read from the school's website
Academic facilities
The library hosts the after-school study hall.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Source: Read from the school's website
Academic and intellectual
Offers an after-school study hall and academic clubs such as Kanji and Maths.
- Study Hall
- Kanji Club
- Recreational Maths Club
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Arts and creative
Has arts clubs covering art and crafts, film, scrapbooking and dance.
- Art and Crafts Club
- Classic Movies Club
- Scrapbooking Club
- K-Pop Dance Club
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Cultural and language
Includes culture and Korean language clubs.
- Culture Club
- Korean Language Club
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Social and hobbies
Offers hobby clubs such as crochet, hula, unicycle and dance.
- Crochet Club
- Hawaiian Hula Club
- Unicycle Club
- Dance Club
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Lifestyle and wellbeing
Sports clubs include soccer, karate, basketball, gymnastics and table tennis.
- Soccer Club
- Karate Club
- Basketball Club
- Gymnastics
- Table Tennis
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Source: Read from the school's website
Accreditations
Authorised by the International Baccalaureate to offer PYP, MYP and DP.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
Admissions
Applicants submit a form, then complete a level assessment and interview. Age criteria apply by year level.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
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