Okinawa Christian School International
- American
- AP
Per yearabout USD 6.82K–7.33K
JPY 1.08M–1.16M · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-10-29)
About
Christian K-12 school in Yomitan, Okinawa, Japan, offering an English-medium, American-style program with a Bible-based curriculum. Accredited by WASC and ACSI.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
American · AP
Ages
Ages 5–18
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Founded
- 1957
- Religion
- christian
- Ownership
- Non-profit
- School day
- 08:00-16:00
- School bus
- Yes
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 |
|---|---|
| Elementary School (K-G5) | JPY 1,080,000≈ USD 6.82K |
| Middle School (G6-8) | JPY 1,120,000≈ USD 7.07K |
| High School (G9-12) | JPY 1,160,000≈ USD 7.33K |
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| per year | |
|---|---|
| Elementary School (K-G5) | JPY 1,080,000 (about USD 6.82K) |
| Middle School (G6-8) | JPY 1,120,000 (about USD 7.07K) |
| High School (G9-12) | JPY 1,160,000 (about USD 7.33K) |
Source: school website (ocsi.org) · checked 2026-10-29 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Okinawa Christian School International (this school) | JPY 1,080,000 (about USD 6.82K) | JPY 1,160,000 (about USD 7.33K) |
| Okinawa AMICUS International | JPY 643,000 (about USD 4.06K) | JPY 821,000 (about USD 5.19K) |
Source: school website (ocsi.org) · checked 2026-10-29 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- JPY 40,000
- Enrolment fee
- JPY 240,000
- Capital levy
- 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 2026-10-29)
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
- Scholarships
- Yes
- Financial aid
- Yes
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explainedAmerican curriculum · AP
American curriculum
Kindergarten to Grade 12 · Ages 5–18
Grade-by-grade like US schools; students graduate by earning course credits, often with AP courses in high school.
AP
High school, by subject · Ages 15–18
College Board's university-level courses that high-school students choose subject by subject, with exams scored 1–5 each May.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Academics
- Service
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Sports
- Basketball
- Flag Football
- Running
- Martial Arts
Arts
- Choir
- Crafts
- Ballet
After-school activities
- Basketball
- Choir
- Coding
- Crafts
- Games
- Running
- Martial Arts
- Ballet
- Young Engineers
- Flag Football
- French
- Programming
- Scouts
- Worship
- Bible Study
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Accreditation and memberships
Source: Read from the school's website
- Accreditations
- WASC, ACSI
- Memberships
- EARCOS, JCIS
More details
Source: Read from the school's website
The essentials
Additional learning support
The counselling team provides academic, social and career guidance along with small-group support.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Country affiliation
Follows an American-style approach and American curriculum, taught in English.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
School day structure
Regular school days run 8:00 to 16:00, with separate hours for early dismissal days and summer break.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bus service
Several bus routes cover central and southern Okinawa. Seats may be waitlisted, and routes and stop times are not published online.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Food options
On-site chefs run the lunch service, monthly menus are published, and birthday treat deliveries can be arranged.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Governance and ownership
The volunteer Board sets mission and vision under a policy governance model, and the Senior Leadership Team implements them.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
A Bible-based program aiming at EAGLES outcomes covering academics, learning skills and service.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing
The counselling team supports academic, emotional and spiritual growth, with pastoral counselling and weekly chapel.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Safeguarding
A designated safeguarding lead is named, and student safety is stated as the first priority.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
History
Founded in 1957 for missionary children. Classes have been held at the current Yomitan campus since 1996.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community
Connects the community through an alumni group, a Parent Teacher Fellowship, and links to local churches.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Parent Teacher Fellowship supports prayer, relationships, events and communication between families and the school.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Facilities overview
A spacious campus with ocean views and learning spaces that include integrated technology.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
Long-term plans include a new gym and improved athletic fields over the next 20 to 30 years.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Academic and intellectual
After-school options include coding, programming and Young Engineers lessons.
- Coding
- Programming
- Young Engineers
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Arts and creative
Choir, crafts and ballet are offered as after-school activities.
- Choir
- Crafts
- Ballet
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Cultural and language
Social and hobbies
Secondary students can join circles during school hours, such as worship, Bible study, student council and debate.
- Worship
- Bible Study
- STUCO
- Debate
- Youth Group
- NJHS
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community and service
A designated week of service is held each year.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Lifestyle and wellbeing
Physical clubs include running, martial arts and elementary basketball.
- Running
- Martial Arts
- Elementary Basketball
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Language provision
Teaching is in English, with French offered as an after-school lesson.
- English
- French
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Accreditations
Accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI).
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Scholarships
A University Scholarship Award fund and a Tuition Assistance Fund are available.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Waitlist
Bus seats may be placed on a waiting list when routes are full.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
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