Shinagawa International School
- IB Diploma
- IB MYP
- IB PYP
Per yearabout USD 16.3K–18.3K
JPY 2.58M–2.9M · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-10-28)
About
IB school in Tokyo with three campuses, offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP) from preschool to Grade 5, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the Diploma Programme (DP) for students up to Grade 12.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
IB Diploma · IB MYP · IB PYP
Ages
Ages 3–18
Type
International school
Fee level
- Grades
- Preschool – Grade 10
- Nationalities
- 45
- Founded
- 2007
- Ownership
- Non-profit
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 |
|---|---|
| Preschool-Kindergarten | JPY 2,575,000≈ USD 16.3K |
| 1-5 | JPY 2,675,000≈ USD 16.9K |
| 6-10 | JPY 2,775,000≈ USD 17.5K |
| 11-12 | JPY 2,900,000≈ USD 18.3K |
Show fee charts
| per year | |
|---|---|
| Preschool-Kindergarten | JPY 2,575,000 (about USD 16.3K) |
| 1-5 | JPY 2,675,000 (about USD 16.9K) |
| 6-10 | JPY 2,775,000 (about USD 17.5K) |
| 11-12 | JPY 2,900,000 (about USD 18.3K) |
Source: school website (sistokyo.jp) · checked 2026-10-28 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Shinagawa International School (this school) | JPY 2,575,000 (about USD 16.3K) | JPY 2,900,000 (about USD 18.3K) |
| The Innovation Fellowship (TIF) | JPY 2,250,000 (about USD 14.2K) | JPY 2,250,000 (about USD 14.2K) |
| Capital Tokyo International School | JPY 2,882,000 (about USD 18.2K) | JPY 2,992,000 (about USD 18.9K) |
| St. Mary's International School | JPY 2,860,000 (about USD 18.1K) | JPY 3,050,000 (about USD 19.3K) |
| Global Indian International School, Tokyo | JPY 1,150,449 (about USD 7.27K) | JPY 1,695,435 (about USD 10.7K) |
| Musashi International School Tokyo | JPY 1,688,000 (about USD 10.7K) | JPY 2,025,000 (about USD 12.8K) |
Source: school website (sistokyo.jp) · checked 2026-10-28 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- JPY 40,000
- Enrolment fee
- JPY 1,000,000
- EAL support
- JPY 500,000
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
- Mid-year entry
- Possible
- Open days
- 2026-10-31, 2027-02-11, 2027-05-14
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explainedIB PYP · IB MYP · IB DP (Diploma)
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 MYPOffered
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)Offered
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
- Academics
- Languages
- Outdoor education
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
Facilities
- Library
- Gym
- Sports field
Sports
- Soccer
- Futsal
- Table tennis
Arts
- Music
- Visual arts
- Design
- Drama
After-school activities
- Table Tennis Tournament
- Futsal Tournament
- Yoga Classes
- Cooking Class
- Handcraft Workshops
Upcoming events
- Jan14ThuInfo sessionOnlineAll day
New Parent Orientation (online)
Checked 2026-10-29
Check on the school's page - May14Fri
From the school's own pages. Check again before attending.
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Sign in to requestAccreditation and memberships
Source: Read from the school's website
- Accreditations
- CIS, IB, WASC
- Memberships
- COIS
More details
Source: Read from the school's website
The essentials
Bus service
The school offers a bus service to get students to and from school.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Food options
A lunch service offering a variety of meals is provided.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Governance and ownership
The school operates as a non-profit under a School Board that oversees policy, finance and strategic planning.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
The school runs IB programmes in stages: PYP from early years, MYP and the DP, with play-based early years learning.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Safeguarding
The school follows prevent, recognise and respond procedures, with designated safeguarding leads on each campus.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
History
The PYP Early Years programme was introduced at the Aoyoko Campus in 2025.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community
Students and staff come from nearly 45 nationalities; the Community Club connects families and local neighbours.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
A parent-led volunteer PTA; all families automatically become members.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Facilities overview
Three campuses with classrooms, a gym, libraries, music and art spaces and outdoor playgrounds.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
Uses an indoor gym and a nearby soccer field for lessons and recess, plus a rooftop playground.
- Gym
- Samezu soccer field
- Rooftop playground
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
Libraries and media centres, a science lab and dedicated music, art and design spaces support learning.
- Library and media centre
- Science lab
- Music space
- Visual arts and design space
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Arts and creative
Music, visual arts, design and drama activities, with concerts and performances.
- Music
- Visual arts
- Design
- Drama
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Cultural and language
Cultural activities include a cooking class where families share dishes from their heritage.
- Cooking class
- International culture festival
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Social and hobbies
The Community Club runs shared social activities such as table tennis and futsal tournaments.
- Table tennis tournament
- Futsal tournament
- Blood donation
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Admissions
The admissions process is explained, and families can book a school visit to tour the campus.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
Aoyoko Campus: 5-12-4 Minamishinagawa, Shinagawa, Tokyo 140-0004; Seaside Campus: 4-8-8 Higashishinagawa, Shinagawa, Tokyo 140-0002; Samezu Campus: 3-6-21 Minamishinagawa, Shinagawa, Tokyo 140-0004
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