Suzhou Japanese School
苏州日本人学校
- Japanese
Per yearabout USD 6.3K
CNY 42K · 2026 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-10-28)
About
Japanese school in Suzhou, China. It opened in April 2005 after a Japanese supplementary school started there in 1997. It serves elementary grades through junior high 3rd year.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
- Part of Japanese Schools Abroad (MEXT), a government-recognised school network abroad. See all 97 schools of Japanese Schools Abroad (MEXT)
Info checked 2026-11-06 · Fees 2026
Curriculum
Japanese
Language
Japanese
Type
Foreign national school
Fee level
- Founded
- 2005
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
2026 school year
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| all | CNY 42,000≈ USD 6.3K |
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Suzhou Japanese School (this school) | CNY 42,000 (about USD 6.3K) | CNY 42,000 (about USD 6.3K) |
| Dulwich College Suzhou | CNY 200,000 (about USD 30K) | CNY 300,000 (about USD 45K) |
| Suzhou Singapore International School | CNY 85,000 (about USD 12.7K) | CNY 267,500 (about USD 40.1K) |
| EtonHouse International School Suzhou | CNY 120,000 (about USD 18K) | CNY 200,000 (about USD 30K) |
| Suzhou Korean School | CNY 30,040 (about USD 4.5K) | CNY 42,400 (about USD 6.36K) |
Source: school website (jsscn.org) · checked 2026-10-28 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
| Grade | Per month |
|---|---|
| all grades (no grade split printed) | CNY 3,500 |
The school's document lists these amounts per period, so we show them as written.
One-off costs
- Enrolment fee
- CNY 10,000
- Capital levy
- CNY 10,000
- Bus
- CNY 820
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
- Intake
- 4
- Mid-year entry
- Possible
- Deadline
- Apply at least 2 months before the desired entry or transfer date
- Entry process
- Interview
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- Learning support (SEN)
- None
- School bus
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Sports field
- Media room
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Diving deeper
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Governance and ownership
The school is run by a steering committee with a committee chair and a principal. It is recognised by the Japanese government as an overseas educational facility.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Source: Read from the school's website
Safeguarding
Publishes school safety measures, a basic anti-bullying policy and health and hygiene measures.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
Source: Read from the school's website
Community
Has sister or partnership agreements with three Chinese local schools. Also holds education lectures and guest special lessons.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Source: Read from the school's website
Sports facilities
Has a playground field. Play equipment on the field was renewed in 2022.
- Playground field
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Source: Read from the school's website
Accreditations
Holds formal school permission from the Chinese government and is recognised by the Japanese government as an overseas educational facility.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
Admissions
Provides guidance on new and transfer admission procedures and required documents. It also covers school visits and donation information.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
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