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Inquiry-based international preschool in Ikebukuro, Tokyo, following the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), with teaching in English and Japanese.
Key facts
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Curriculum
IB PYP
Ages
Ages 1–6
Language
English, Japanese
Type
International school
- Accreditations
- IB
Curriculum and academics
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Curricula, explainedIB PYP
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 MYPNot here
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)Not here
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
Campus and school life
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Arts
- Music
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Academics
Curriculum
IB PYP inquiry-based curriculum. Children explore questions such as where water comes from, learning language, maths and science across subject areas.
- IB PYP
- Inquiry-based learning
- Transdisciplinary themes
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Parent experience
History
Previously known as Funshine Academy; now operates under the Beyondia International School Ikebukuro name.
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Extra-curricular activities
Arts and creative
In-school music lessons in violin and piano, taken during childcare hours without a separate pickup.
- Violin
- Piano
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Languages
Language provision
Bilingual teaching
Teaching is bilingual in English and Japanese. English is used as a tool for expressing ideas rather than as a separate subject.
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Reputation
Accreditations
Recognised as an IB World School.
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Location
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Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo (東京都豊島区池袋)
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