Malvern College Tokyo
- IB PYP
- IB MYP
- IB Diploma
Per yearabout USD 17K–18.4K
JPY 2.69M–2.91M · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-10-28)
About
IB British-style international day school in Kodaira, Tokyo, part of the Malvern College family of schools. Offers PYP, MYP and DP from Pre-Prep (age 4) to Sixth Form (age 18).
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
IB PYP · IB MYP · IB Diploma
Ages
Ages 4–18
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Founded
- 2023
- 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 |
|---|---|
| Pre-Prep (PYP programme) | JPY 2,692,700≈ USD 17K |
| Foundation Year 1 to 3 (MYP programme) | JPY 2,800,600≈ USD 17.7K |
| Lower Sixth | JPY 2,910,000≈ USD 18.4K |
| per year | |
|---|---|
| Pre-Prep (PYP programme) | JPY 2,692,700 (about USD 17K) |
| Foundation Year 1 to 3 (MYP programme) | JPY 2,800,600 (about USD 17.7K) |
| Lower Sixth | JPY 2,910,000 (about USD 18.4K) |
Source: school website (malverncollegetokyo.jp) · checked 2026-10-28 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Malvern College Tokyo (this school) | JPY 2,692,700 (about USD 17K) | JPY 2,910,000 (about USD 18.4K) |
| The Innovation Fellowship (TIF) | JPY 2,250,000 (about USD 14.2K) | JPY 2,250,000 (about USD 14.2K) |
| Shinagawa International School | JPY 2,575,000 (about USD 16.3K) | JPY 2,900,000 (about USD 18.3K) |
| Tokyo West International School | JPY 870,000 (about USD 5.49K) | JPY 870,000 (about USD 5.49K) |
| Global Indian International School, Tokyo | JPY 1,150,449 (about USD 7.27K) | JPY 1,695,435 (about USD 10.7K) |
| Musashi International School Tokyo | JPY 1,688,000 (about USD 10.7K) | JPY 2,025,000 (about USD 12.8K) |
Source: school website (malverncollegetokyo.jp) · checked 2026-10-28 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- JPY 22,000
- Enrolment fee
- JPY 300,000
- Capital levy
- JPY 742,000
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 2026-10-28)
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
- Entry process
- Online assessment, Interview
- Scholarships
- Yes
- Financial aid
- Yes
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
- Academics
- STEM
- Performing arts
- Visual arts
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
- Gym
- Sports field
- Makerspace
- Science labs
- Music room
Sports
- Basketball
- Volleyball
- Table tennis
- Badminton
- Gymnastics
- Football
- Rugby
- Cricket
- Athletics
Arts
- Music
- Drama
- Dance
- Visual arts
After-school activities
- Choir
- Ukulele
- Drama
- Dance
- Sports teams
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Bus service
School buses run on several routes across central Tokyo areas, plus a free shuttle from Kokubunji. Stops are subject to change.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Source: Read from the school's website
Boarding arrangements
A day school with no boarding. Its pastoral system draws on the structure of British boarding schools.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Food options
A dining hall called Grub serves fresh, nutritious meals to pupils.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
House system
Every pupil is assigned to one of six Houses, led by a Housemaster or Housemistress with deputies, house assistants and personal tutors.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
Runs a continuum of IB programmes (PYP, MYP, DP) from Pre-Prep to Sixth Form, with an inquiry-led approach.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Source: Read from the school's website
Social and emotional learning (SEL)
Emphasises five Malvern Qualities for character and leadership: communication, change-making, teamwork, free thinking and pathfinding.
- Communicators
- Change Makers
- Team Builders
- Free Thinkers
- Path Finders
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
English as an additional language (EAL)
Offers English language support for pupils learning English as an additional language, including transition help for international families.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Mental wellbeing
Places pupil wellbeing alongside academics through small classes, dedicated tutor time and a pastoral team that knows each pupil.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
Source: Read from the school's website
History
Shares the heritage of Malvern College UK, founded in 1865, and joined the Malvern family through the international expansion from the late 1990s.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
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Facilities overview
A campus of about 15,577 square metres with a four-storey main building, extensive sports grounds, a landscaped garden and views of Mount Fuji from the library.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
Sports facilities include a two-storey gymnasium, an all-weather pitch, a running track and an indoor playground.
- Gymnasium
- All-weather pitch
- Running track
- Indoor playground
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
Has science laboratories, a STEAM makerspace, a large library and technology-equipped classrooms.
- Science laboratories
- Makerspace
- Library
- Interactive classrooms
- Specialist STEAM rooms
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Source: Read from the school's website
Arts and creative
Arts spaces include a music room, expressive arts room, visual arts studio and practice rooms. Choirs and instrument activities are offered.
- Music room
- Expressive arts room
- Visual arts studio
- Practice rooms
- Choir
- Ukulele
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Source: Read from the school's website
Language provision
English-medium school. The curriculum is described as inquiry-driven and bilingual.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Source: Read from the school's website
Accreditations
Recognised as an IB World School offering the PYP, MYP and DP programmes.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
Admissions
Enquiries are made through an English online form. External applicants complete an application, an online assessment and an admissions interview.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Scholarships
Scholarships cover academics, performing arts, visual arts and design, and sport, awarded by nomination or application with an interview and panel decision.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
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