The British School in Tokyo
- A Level
- IB Diploma
- IGCSE
- Own curriculum
- +1
Per yearabout USD 18.7K–19.4K
JPY 2.96M–3.07M · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-10-28)
About
The British School in Tokyo is a non-selective school for students aged 3 to 18. It offers a broad, balanced curriculum based on the National Curriculum for England, adapted for international students in Japan, across a Primary campus and a Secondary campus.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
A Level · IB Diploma · IGCSE
Ages
Ages 3–18
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Selectivity
- Open entry
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 |
|---|---|
| Primary (Nursery to Year 6, Reception in | JPY 2,960,000≈ USD 18.7K |
| Secondary Year 7 to Year 9 | JPY 2,980,000≈ USD 18.8K |
| Secondary Year 10 to Year 13 | JPY 3,070,000≈ USD 19.4K |
| per year | |
|---|---|
| Primary (Nursery to Year 6, Reception in | JPY 2,960,000 (about USD 18.7K) |
| Secondary Year 7 to Year 9 | JPY 2,980,000 (about USD 18.8K) |
| Secondary Year 10 to Year 13 | JPY 3,070,000 (about USD 19.4K) |
Source: school website (bst.ac.jp) · checked 2026-10-28 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| The British School in Tokyo (this school) | JPY 2,960,000 (about USD 18.7K) | JPY 3,070,000 (about USD 19.4K) |
| 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) |
| Shinagawa International School | JPY 2,575,000 (about USD 16.3K) | JPY 2,900,000 (about USD 18.3K) |
| 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 (bst.ac.jp) · checked 2026-10-28 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- JPY 40,000
- Enrolment fee
- JPY 500,000
- Capital levy
- JPY 100,000
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
- Financial aid
- Yes
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explained
The IB's four programmes
Schools often run only some of the four. Highlighted boxes are the ones this school offers.
- IB PYPNot here
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)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
A Level
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–18
The British university-entrance qualification: usually 3–4 subjects studied in depth for two years; UK universities make offers on these grades.
IGCSE
Ages 14–16, 2 years · Ages 14–16
A subject-by-subject qualification taken around age 16 in British-style schools — usually 5–10 subjects studied over two years.
British curriculum
Early years to sixth form · Ages 3–18
Follows the English National Curriculum; pupils usually take IGCSEs around age 16 and A Levels in the last two years.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Academics
- Performing arts
- Sport
- Visual arts
- Outdoor education
Exam results
- A Level · Top grades
- 51% · 2026
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- English support (EAL)
- Yes
- Learning support (SEN)
- Advanced
- Nurse on site
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Library
Sports
- Football
- Cricket
- Swimming
- Netball
- Basketball
- Volleyball
- Badminton
- Tennis
- Table tennis
- Running
Arts
- Music
- Drama
- Art
- Photography
- Sewing and textiles
After-school activities
- Music ensembles
- Sports clubs
- Language clubs
- Debating
- Chess and Shogi
- VEX Robotics
- Drama
- Taiko Drumming
- Yoga
- Aikido
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Source: Read from the school's website
- Accreditations
- COBIS, IB, WASC
- Memberships
- COBIS, COIS, fobisia, JCIS
The essentials
Source: Read from the school's website
Additional learning support
The Learning Support team and assistants give in-class and extra support across all year groups. ASDAN alternative courses are offered for students with special needs.
- ASDAN courses
- Social and emotional support
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Source: Read from the school's website
Governance and ownership
The Board of Trustees sets the school's aims, budget and policies and monitors performance. It has at least 16 members, including the Principal, and meets five times a year.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
A broad curriculum based on the National Curriculum for England, adapted for international students aged 3 to 18. Secondary students take IGCSE and A Level exams.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Exam results
2026 results: 72% of IGCSE grades were A*-A (9-7) and 51% of A Level grades were A*-A. Graduates go on to universities including Cambridge and Imperial College London.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Source: Read from the school's website
Special educational needs (SEN)
Practical, skills-based ASDAN courses are offered in primary and secondary for students with special needs.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
English as an additional language (EAL)
EAL specialists work with students, teachers and families to build English proficiency so students can access all subjects.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Mental wellbeing
The counselling team offers one-to-one, class and transition sessions. A medical centre with three nurses is on call during the school day.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Safeguarding
A trained Designated Safeguarding Lead team handles concerns, and the policy follows DfE Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. Contacts are listed per campus.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
Source: Read from the school's website
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The PTA represents all parents and runs volunteer-led events such as coffee mornings, fundraisers and wellbeing seminars.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Source: Read from the school's website
Extra-curricular facilities
The BST Outdoors programme and residential trips let students learn beyond the classroom.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Source: Read from the school's website
Academic and intellectual
Academic clubs include Maths, STEM, Debating, Chess and Shogi, MUN and VEX Robotics.
- Maths
- STEM
- Debating
- Chess and Shogi
- MUN
- VEX Robotics
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Arts and creative
Arts activities include music ensembles and choirs, drama, art and photography.
- Music ensembles
- Choirs
- Drama
- Art & Craft
- Photography
- Japanese Calligraphy
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Cultural and language
Language clubs cover French, Spanish, Chinese, Korean and Japanese, alongside cultural activities such as taiko and Bollywood dance.
- French
- Spanish
- Chinese
- Korean
- Japanese
- Taiko Drumming
- Bollywood Dance
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Social and hobbies
Leisure clubs include board games, Scrabble and film review.
- Board Games
- Scrabble Club
- Film Review
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Lifestyle and wellbeing
Health and wellbeing activities include yoga, aikido and fitness sessions.
- Yoga
- Aikido
- Fitness Warriors
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Source: Read from the school's website
Language provision
Language clubs in French, Spanish, Chinese, Korean and Japanese are offered, plus Japanese enrichment for primary pupils.
- French
- Spanish
- Chinese
- Korean
- Japanese
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
Scholarships
Bursary support is available, and a trustees' committee with the Principal and Bursar reviews applications.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
Azabudai Hills Campus: 1-3-3 Azabudai, Minato-ku, Tokyo; Showa Campus: 1-7-57 Taishido, Showa Women's University 5th Bldg, Setagaya-ku
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