About
Tokyo English-medium early-childhood school for children from zero English. Uses an IB PYP-based transdisciplinary curriculum and is a candidate for IB PYP authorization.
Key facts
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Curriculum
IB PYP · Own curriculum
Language
English
Type
International school
- Ownership
- For-profit
- Entry process
- Interview, Entrance test
- Accreditations
- IB
Curriculum and academics
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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
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- English support (EAL)
- Yes
- Gifted programme
- Yes
Campus and school life
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After-school activities
- Make Up Class
- After School Club
- Day Care
- Japanese entrance lessons
- Violin
- Cooking
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More details
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Academics
Curriculum
Follows IB philosophy with transdisciplinary themes across seven areas, progressing in stages from beginner to advanced.
- English
- Math
- Social
- Science
- Art/Craft
- Music
- Park
- Concentration
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Exam results
Children prepare for and sit external English and maths proficiency tests, with many passing at young ages.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Social and emotional learning (SEL)
Emphasises emotional growth and character through moral lessons and the buddy system.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
English as an additional language (EAL)
Children who cannot speak English yet are supported through joint lessons and a buddy system with older pupils.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Extra-curricular facilities
Offers three after-school options chosen by purpose, including make-up classes, a club until 16:00 or 18:00, and flexible day care.
- Make Up Class
- After School Club
- Day Care
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Arts and creative
Rhythmics, keyboard and percussion lessons, with violin learned by all children from age four.
- Rhythmics
- Keyboard
- Percussion
- Violin
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Language provision
English is used for conversation and lessons; Japanese is used only in specific situations and in after-school Japanese classes.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Immersion programmes
A daily English-only environment similar to studying abroad.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Accreditations
Is an IB PYP candidate school and is pursuing authorization as an IB World School.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Admissions
After an info session or trial, families submit forms, the child takes a test and parents have an interview, then receive a decision. Parents' English is not assessed.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
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