NLCS Kobe
- British
Per yearabout USD 17.7K–18.3K
JPY 2.8M–2.9M · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-11-04)
About
An academically ambitious international school in the Kansai area of Japan, part of the NLCS family of schools.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
- Managed by NLCS International under contract. See all 6 schools of NLCS International
Info checked 2026-11-09 · 2026-27 school year
Curriculum
British
Ages
Ages 6–12
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Selectivity
- Selective
- Open days
- 2026-11-16
- 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 |
|---|---|
| Grade 1-3 | JPY 2,800,000≈ USD 17.7K |
| Grade 4-6 | JPY 2,900,000≈ USD 18.3K |
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| per year | |
|---|---|
| Grade 1-3 | JPY 2,800,000 (about USD 17.7K) |
| Grade 4-6 | JPY 2,900,000 (about USD 18.3K) |
Source: school website (nlcskobe.jp) · checked 2026-11-04 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| NLCS Kobe (this school) | JPY 2,800,000 (about USD 17.7K) | JPY 2,900,000 (about USD 18.3K) |
| Canadian Academy | JPY 2,100,000 (about USD 13.3K) | JPY 3,370,000 (about USD 21.3K) |
| St. Michael's International School | JPY 1,590,900 (about USD 10K) | JPY 1,779,000 (about USD 11.2K) |
| Deutsche Schule Kobe International | JPY 1,609,000 (about USD 10.2K) | JPY 1,876,950 (about USD 11.9K) |
| Marist Brothers International School | JPY 1,916,000 (about USD 12.1K) | JPY 2,317,000 (about USD 14.6K) |
| Ascot International School Japan | JPY 1,321,000 (about USD 8.34K) | JPY 1,971,000 (about USD 12.4K) |
Source: school website (nlcskobe.jp) · checked 2026-11-04 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- JPY 35,000
- Enrolment fee
- JPY 400,000
- Capital levy
- JPY 410,000
- Bus
- JPY 300,000
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 2026-11-04)
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explainedBritish curriculum
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
- Languages
- Performing arts
- Visual arts
- Service
- Sport
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- Learning support (SEN)
- Basic
- Mother-tongue programmes
- Japanese
- School bus
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Library
Sports
- Badminton
Arts
- Music
- Drama
- Visual arts
- Design
After-school activities
- Music
- Drama
- Sport
- Debating
- Creative arts
- Service
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More details
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The essentials
Additional learning support
An academically selective school. Pastoral care does not cover clinical or highly specialised support, so needs should be discussed early.
School website · Checked 2026-11-07
Country affiliation
An international school in Kansai, Japan, which describes itself as having a Japanese heart.
School website · Checked 2026-11-07
Bus service
School buses run Kobe and Osaka routes with staff accompanying students. Pick-up and drop-off times and stops are fixed.
School website · Checked 2026-11-07
Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements
The planned Mount Rokko campus from 2028 will offer both day and boarding options.
School website · Checked 2026-11-07
Food options
The junior school canteen serves nutritionally balanced hot lunches each day, and children and staff eat together.
School website · Checked 2026-11-07
House system
A house system brings students together across year groups, and the school held its first house competition.
School website · Checked 2026-11-07
Governance and ownership
NLCS Kobe is part of the NLCS family of schools, with a network including schools in London, Jeju, Singapore and Dubai.
School website · Checked 2026-11-07
Academics
Curriculum
Taught mainly in English, the senior curriculum covers English, maths and sciences, humanities, arts and design, PE, and Japanese language and culture.
School website · Checked 2026-11-07
Wellbeing
Social and emotional learning (SEL)
Pastoral care aims to build confidence, belonging, healthy relationships and emotional awareness through staff relationships and an induction and buddy system.
School website · Checked 2026-11-07
Safeguarding
The school has a safeguarding policy and a safeguarding team, with the policy published on its policy page.
School website · Checked 2026-11-07
Parent experience
History
The NLCS legacy begins in London in 1850, and the family now has schools across several countries.
School website · Checked 2026-11-07
Community
Staff and children dine together and share school events, with an emphasis on fostering community.
School website · Checked 2026-11-07
Facilities
Facilities overview
The junior campus has bright classrooms, specialist science, music and drama rooms, a large assembly hall, a library and indoor and outdoor play spaces.
School website · Checked 2026-11-07
Sports facilities
Senior students use large sport spaces on the current campus, and the new Mount Rokko campus will add sport facilities.
School website · Checked 2026-11-07
Academic facilities
Specialist science, music and drama rooms, well-equipped classrooms and a library are available.
School website · Checked 2026-11-07
Extra-curricular activities
Academic and intellectual
Students take part in academic competitions such as the Junior Mathematical Challenge.
- Junior Mathematical Challenge
School website · Checked 2026-11-07
Arts and creative
Music, drama, visual arts and design activities are offered.
- music
- drama
- visual arts
- design
School website · Checked 2026-11-07
Leadership and professional
Clubs, societies and leadership roles build teamwork and leadership skills.
School website · Checked 2026-11-07
Languages
Language provision
Lessons are delivered mainly in English, with Japanese language and literature as an integral part of the programme.
- English
- Japanese
School website · Checked 2026-11-07
Bilingual teaching
Students develop bilingual proficiency in English and Japanese, supporting intercultural understanding.
School website · Checked 2026-11-07
Reputation
Accreditations
A candidate school for the PYP and MYP, pursuing IB World School authorisation. Candidate status does not guarantee authorisation.
School website · Checked 2026-11-07
Admissions
Admissions
Families start with an enquiry form, then receive guidance through the application steps, including an age and grade guide.
School website · Checked 2026-11-07
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
1 Chome-17 Koyochonaka, Higashinada Ward, Kobe, Hyogo 658-0032, Japan
Approximate location. Please use the address above for the exact spot.
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