Chuo International School

Chuo-ku, Tokyo, JapanLicensed
  • Montessori
  • British
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About

Montessori+ and Cambridge-aligned English-immersive international school with campuses in Tokyo (Chuo-ku) and Shin-Urayasu (Urayasu-shi, Chiba), serving children aged 3 to 12.

Key facts

Source: Read from the school's website

Private International school

Info checked 2026-11-06

  • Curriculum

    Montessori · British

  • Ages

    Ages 3–12

  • Language

    English

  • Type

    International school

Grades
K1 – G6
Founded
2016
Term dates
Term 1 Sept-Dec; Term 2 Jan-Mar; Term 3 Apr-July (months may vary by year)
School day
09:00-15:00

Fees

Source: Read from the school's website

GradePer term
K1 - K3 (Kindergarten, ages 3-6)JPY 260,000
G1 - G6 (Elementary, ages 6-12)JPY 358,000

The school's document states 3 payments per year.

One-off costs

Application fee
JPY 20,000
Enrolment fee
JPY 250,000

As published by the school. Amounts change with the school year and exchange rates; please confirm with the school before applying. Source: school website (checked 2026-11-02)

Admissions

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Mid-year entry
Possible
Scholarships
Yes
Sibling discount
10% off second child, 25% off third child
Financial aid
Yes

Curriculum and academics

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Curricula, explained

  • Montessori

    Early years to primary · Ages 2–12

    A method where children choose hands-on activities and work at their own pace, often in mixed-age classes.

  • British curriculum

    Early years to sixth form · Ages 3–18

    Follows the English National Curriculum; pupils usually take IGCSEs around age 16 and A Levels in the last two years.

Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide

Strengths

  • Academics
  • Visual arts
  • STEM
  • Sport
  • Service

Campus and school life

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Sports

  • Sports

Arts

  • Arts
  • Music

After-school activities

  • Academics
  • Arts
  • Music
  • Sports
  • STEM

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The essentials

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  • School day structure

    Kindergarten and elementary days start at 9:00 and end between 2:30 and 3:00 pm.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

  • Bus service

    Shin-Urayasu campus is a short distance from the station, with local buses outside it.

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Academics

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  • Curriculum

    Combines Montessori+ teaching with a Cambridge-aligned curriculum and a strong SDG focus.

    • Montessori+
    • Cambridge framework
    • SDGs

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Parent experience

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  • History

    Began in 2016 as a small Tokyo preschool; Tokyo campus opened 2020 and Shin-Urayasu in 2021.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

Extra-curricular activities

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  • Arts and creative

    Arts and music are offered in the afterschool programme.

    • Arts
    • Music

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

  • Community and service

    Service-learning and cultural programmes aim to build empathy and a global outlook.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

Languages

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  • Language provision

    Provides an English-immersive learning environment.

    • English immersion

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

Reputation

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  • Accreditations

    Approved under the Ninkagai municipal childcare system; describes itself as Cambridge-certified.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

Admissions

Source: Read from the school's website

  • Admissions

    Families apply online and can book a campus tour before applying.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

  • Scholarships

    Limited need-based financial support is available, with proof of income required.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

Location

Source: Read from the school's website

VORT Shintomicho 4th Floor, 3-5-10 Minato, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0043, Japan (Tokyo campus)

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