Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
350 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
35 |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Language support |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Japanese |
| External examinations or assessments available |
IB Diploma |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Learning support |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Assessment |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
FIS is an inclusive school and does not require a pass/fail admissions test. However, for placement purposes only, students whose home language is not English must take an English language placement assessment and all students from G3 and above are required to complete a MAP (math and reading) assessment. Students who are Grade 2 and below will undergo a short observation. |
| Waiting list |
Due to increasing demand, some of FIS grade levels are full and currently have waiting lists. Because of the mobile nature of the community, spots do come up regularly, and FIS encourages all interested families to submit an application. Applicants will only be added to the waiting lists once a full application is received. When spots become available, places will be offered to the students on FIS waiting lists in the priority order listed above. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
FIS uses a rolling admissions policy, however, spaces are limited. An admission application can be accepted at any time during the school year, up until early April. |
| School start time |
Elementary: 8:30
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| School finish time |
15:20 |
| Supervised care before/after school |
The school day finishes at 15:20 and there is no supervision for students after this time. |
| School bus service available |
No |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
No |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
30+ after-school activities |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
| Facilities at the school |
Library |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Fukuoka International School is an IB World School located in Fukuoka, Japan. FIS' experienced team of international educators provides an inspirational, inquiry-led IB education for students aged 3-18. Passionate about a balanced education and educating the whole child, FIS hopes to instill a lifelong love of learning in its students. |