Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
309 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
27 |
| Most common nationality |
Japanese |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
30% Japanese, 70% non-Japanese |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Japanese, Chinese |
| Max. number of students per class |
18 |
| Average number of students per class |
16 |
| External examinations or assessments available |
IGCSE |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Upon applying, your child will be evaluated based on two tests. The first is an externally moderated online computer test that assesses Mathematics, English, and Non-Verbal Reasoning. The second is an English writing test, where your child will be asked to write a short piece on a specific topic. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
To secure your child’s place at our school, applications should be submitted early in the academic year (from September to January). |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Examples of activities include, but are not limited to: Ikebana, |
| Sports activities included |
Golden and Green Season: Focused on golf, tennis and cycling, these seasons extend the opportunity to enjoy the natural setting of Appi Kogen. Students will enjoy these activities, at minimum, twice per week and, for those wishing to develop expertise, perhaps three to four times per week. White Season: All Harrow Appi students ski or snowboard at least twice during the week. Additionally, many will also take the opportunity of weekend skiing, enjoying the slopes four times or more.
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| Grades/ages available for boarding |
Ages 11 - 18 years old |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Set amongst the mountains of Appi Kogen, Iwate Prefecture, Harrow International School Appi Japan is a one-of-a-kind educational offering in Asia – a place where world-class education combines with a full boarding experience in stunning Japanese nature. Harrow Appi welcomes students aged 11 to 18 (Year 7 to 13), offering a full boarding education and mirrors the traditions of Harrow School in the UK. Aligned with Harrow’s esteemed British international curriculum, we provide a 24/7 distraction-free learning environment to allow our students to achieve exceptional academic outcomes and access the world’s top universities. |