CGK International School
- IB PYP
- IB MYP
Per yearabout USD 13.3K
JPY 2.11M · 2027 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-10-29)
About
CGK International School is an IB World School in Yokohama, Japan, offering continuum education from age 2 through middle school. The school runs inquiry-based project learning and a one-year study abroad option from middle school.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
IB PYP · IB MYP
Ages
Ages 2–15
Students
300
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Founded
- 2016
- School day
- 08:30-17:00
- Accreditations
- IB
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
2027 school year
Age on the first day of the school year (usually 1 September). Cut-off dates differ by school.
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| Age 3 | JPY 2,112,000≈ USD 13.3K |
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| CGK International School (this school) | JPY 2,112,000 (about USD 13.3K) | JPY 2,112,000 (about USD 13.3K) |
| Yokohama International School | JPY 2,120,000 (about USD 13.4K) | JPY 3,440,000 (about USD 21.7K) |
| Saint Maur International School | JPY 3,036,000 (about USD 19.2K) | JPY 3,859,000 (about USD 24.4K) |
| YES International School (Yokohama) | JPY 1,412,400 (about USD 8.92K) | JPY 1,588,950 (about USD 10K) |
| Kohana International School | JPY 784,000 (about USD 4.95K) | JPY 1,034,000 (about USD 6.53K) |
| Yokohama Christian School | JPY 1,630,000 (about USD 10.3K) | JPY 1,834,000 (about USD 11.6K) |
Source: school website (cgkis.com) · checked 2026-10-29 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- JPY 44,000
- Enrolment fee
- JPY 550,000
- Bus
- JPY 224,400
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 2026-10-29)
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
- Intake
- 4
- Entry process
- Eal test
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)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
- Outdoor education
- Service
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- Mother-tongue programmes
- Japanese
- School bus
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
After-school activities
- Reading Center
- Writing Center
- Stop Motion Center
- Music Center
- Arts and Crafts
- Project Center
- Programming Center
- Advanced Course
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School day structure
Preschool runs Monday to Friday 8:00-18:30, with regular hours 8:30-17:00. Afterschool runs Monday to Friday 14:30-19:00.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bus service
Preschool school bus runs six routes with three buses, plus a Yokohama Station East Exit route.
- Six morning and evening routes
- Yokohama Station East Exit route
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
Preschool and elementary follow IB PYP; middle school is an IB MYP candidate school. Inquiry-based project learning is central.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
Source: Read from the school's website
History
Opened in 2016, opened its elementary school in April 2023, and plans a high school in 2028.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community
Runs community activities for student families, international families and local partners.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Source: Read from the school's website
Academic and intellectual
Afterschool offers learning centers for reading, writing and projects, plus a Winter School for elementary students.
- Reading Center
- Writing Center
- Project Center
- Programming Center
- Winter School
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Arts and creative
Afterschool includes music and art activities.
- Music Center
- Arts and Crafts
- Stop Motion Center
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community and service
Students take part in beach cleanups and local community events.
- Beach cleanup
- Local community events
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Lifestyle and wellbeing
The CGK Outdoors Club runs regular nature activities such as hiking.
- CGK Outdoors Club
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Source: Read from the school's website
Language provision
Most activities are in English, with Japanese classes included.
- English
- Japanese class
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Immersion programmes
Young students can join short local classes abroad; a one-year study abroad program starts in the second year of middle school.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Source: Read from the school's website
Accreditations
An IB World School; the middle school is an IB MYP candidate school.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
Admissions
Enrolment is in April, with preschool screening and elementary screening by appointment. Afterschool screens English proficiency.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
2-25-2 Minaminakadori, Naka-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa 231-0006, Japan (Kannai Campus)
Approximate location. Please use the address above for the exact spot.
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