One World International School Osaka
- IB PYP
Per yearabout USD 9.13K–11.2K
JPY 1.44M–1.77M · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-10-28)
About
One World International School Osaka is a K–12 international school in Osaka. It currently offers Early Childhood to Grade 9 (ages 3–15), with higher grades planned to open each year.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
IB PYP
Ages
Ages 3–15
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Nationalities
- 20
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 |
|---|---|
| EC2-Kindergarten (ages 3-6) | JPY 1,444,800≈ USD 9.13K |
| 1-5 | JPY 1,662,600≈ USD 10.5K |
| 6-8 | JPY 1,769,100≈ USD 11.2K |
Show fee charts
| per year | |
|---|---|
| EC2-Kindergarten (ages 3-6) | JPY 1,444,800 (about USD 9.13K) |
| 1-5 | JPY 1,662,600 (about USD 10.5K) |
| 6-8 | JPY 1,769,100 (about USD 11.2K) |
Source: school website (owis.org) · checked 2026-10-28 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| One World International School Osaka (this school) | JPY 1,444,800 (about USD 9.13K) | JPY 1,769,100 (about USD 11.2K) |
| Osaka YMCA International School | JPY 670,000 (about USD 4.23K) | JPY 2,049,000 (about USD 12.9K) |
| Osaka International School of Kwansei Gakuin | JPY 2,270,000 (about USD 14.3K) | JPY 2,828,000 (about USD 17.9K) |
| Keonguk School (Baekdu Hagwon) | JPY 240,000 (about USD 1.52K) | JPY 240,000 (about USD 1.52K) |
| Move To Learn Global School | JPY 620,000 (about USD 3.92K) | JPY 1,170,000 (about USD 7.39K) |
| Osaka Gakugei Canadian International School | JPY 838,000 (about USD 5.29K) | JPY 838,000 (about USD 5.29K) |
Source: school website (owis.org) · checked 2026-10-28 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- JPY 80,000
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
- Scholarships
- Yes
- Sibling discount
- 25% off tuition fee for each subsequent student
- Financial aid
- Yes
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
- STEM
- Performing arts
- Visual arts
- Sport
- Average class size
- 18
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- English support (EAL)
- Yes
- Mother-tongue programmes
- Japanese
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Makerspace
- Library
- Swimming pool
Sports
- Soccer
- Basketball
- Volleyball
- Swimming
Arts
- Music
- Drama
- Visual arts
- Pottery
- Photography
- Hip-hop dance
After-school activities
- Soccer
- Basketball
- Volleyball
- Hip-Hop Dance
- Art
- Pottery
- Chess
- Intensive English
- After-school Childcare
- Study Hall
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More details
Source: Read from the school's website
The essentials
Additional learning support
States class sizes of 18 or fewer and comprehensive student support services.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Governance and ownership
Scholarships are managed under the Global Schools Group (GSG).
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Inquiry-based curriculum from Early Childhood to Grade 9, with a new grade planned each year up to Grade 12 in 2029.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
English as an additional language (EAL)
Provides Academic English Preparation classes, a four-month April–July transition programme, and an after-school intensive English club.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Sports facilities
Specialist PE lessons, after-school sports clubs and swimming lessons are offered.
- Physical Education
- Swimming
- Soccer
- Basketball
- Volleyball
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
Makerspace, robotics, coding and library classes support technology and literacy learning.
- Makerspace
- Robotics elective
- Coding & Programming
- Library Class
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Academic and intellectual
After-school academic options include chess, intensive English and a study hall for older students.
- Chess Club
- Intensive English
- Study Hall
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Arts and creative
Arts activities include music, drama, art, pottery, photography and hip-hop dance.
- Music
- Drama
- Art Club
- Pottery Club
- Photography & Photo Editing Club
- Hip-Hop Dance Club
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Lifestyle and wellbeing
After-school competitive sports teams build fitness, teamwork and school spirit, and represent the school locally and beyond.
- Soccer
- Basketball
- Volleyball
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Language provision
Offers English support programmes, Japanese language continuation classes, and French and German electives in secondary.
- English Support Programmes
- Japanese as a Second Language
- Kokugo
- French
- German
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Admissions
Open campus events are held on Fridays and require advance registration; scholarship applications use an online form with possible test and interview.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Scholarships
Annual scholarships cover academic, sport, creative, innovation, agency and financial assistance categories, with some currently closed.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
3-1-39 Shariji, Ikuno-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka 544-0022
Approximate location. Please use the address above for the exact spot.
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