Oakwood Tokyo International School
- IB PYP
Per yearabout USD 11.3K–16.4K
JPY 1.79M–2.6M · School year to be confirmed · Source: school website (checked 2026-11-01)
About
Early-childhood international school in Setagaya-ku, Tokyo, teaching in English from nursery to Grade 2. Follows the IB Primary Years Programme approach and is an IB PYP candidate school.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
IB PYP
Ages
Ages 3–8
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- School day
- 08:45-14:45
- Accreditations
- IB
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
School year to be confirmed
Age on the first day of the school year (usually 1 September). Cut-off dates differ by school.
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| Preschool 5 days | JPY 1,940,000≈ USD 12.3K |
| Preschool 4 days | JPY 1,790,000≈ USD 11.3K |
| Kindergarten 5 days | JPY 1,940,000≈ USD 12.3K |
| Elementary Grades 1-2 Basic | JPY 1,940,000≈ USD 12.3K |
| Elementary Grades 1-2 Full Program | JPY 2,400,000≈ USD 15.2K |
| Elementary Grades 1-2 Working Parents Support | JPY 2,600,000≈ USD 16.4K |
Show fee charts
| per year | |
|---|---|
| Preschool 5 days | JPY 1,940,000 (about USD 12.3K) |
| Preschool 4 days | JPY 1,790,000 (about USD 11.3K) |
| Kindergarten 5 days | JPY 1,940,000 (about USD 12.3K) |
| Elementary Grades 1-2 Basic | JPY 1,940,000 (about USD 12.3K) |
| Elementary Grades 1-2 Full Program | JPY 2,400,000 (about USD 15.2K) |
| Elementary Grades 1-2 Working Parents Support | JPY 2,600,000 (about USD 16.4K) |
Source: school website (oakwoodtis.com) · checked 2026-11-01 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Oakwood Tokyo International School (this school) | JPY 1,790,000 (about USD 11.3K) | JPY 2,600,000 (about USD 16.4K) |
| The Innovation Fellowship (TIF) | JPY 2,250,000 (about USD 14.2K) | JPY 2,250,000 (about USD 14.2K) |
| Global Indian International School, Tokyo | JPY 1,150,449 (about USD 7.27K) | JPY 1,695,435 (about USD 10.7K) |
| Aoba-Japan International School | JPY 1,650,000 (about USD 10.4K) | JPY 2,862,000 (about USD 18.1K) |
| Musashi International School Tokyo | JPY 1,688,000 (about USD 10.7K) | JPY 2,025,000 (about USD 12.8K) |
Source: school website (oakwoodtis.com) · checked 2026-11-01 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- JPY 20,000
- Enrolment fee
- JPY 275,000
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 2026-11-01)
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
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
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
After-school activities
- Adventure Play
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More details
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The essentials
Bus service
Operates a school bus service for families in Setagaya-ku and nearby areas, with one-way and round-trip options.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Food options
School lunch is offered for nursery and kindergarten children, chosen by number of days per week.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Teaching is based on the IB Primary Years Programme, using inquiry, play and hands-on experiences.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
English as an additional language (EAL)
Uses a scaffolded approach to English language development, meeting each child at their own level.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Safeguarding
Puts child safety and wellbeing first, with child protection, staff training, a safe environment and open communication with parents.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Safeguarding policy
Open linkSchool website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
History
Describes itself as an established international early-childhood school that has run for seven years.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Arts and creative
After-school Adventure Play includes singing, dancing and art activities taught in English.
- Singing and dancing
- Art projects
- Science experiments
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Language provision
All instruction takes place in English in an English-language learning environment.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Accreditations
IB PYP candidate school pursuing IB World School authorization; states it is a recognized ninkagai preschool.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
3-27-11 Nakamachi, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo
Approximate location. Please use the address above for the exact spot.
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