All teachers are native-level speakers of their language of instruction

Where required, limited individual support is available to students who are non-native English speakers

Japanese, Chinese, Spanish

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9

No

All students are required to have a laptop or tablet, and the use of technology is integrated into teaching across all subjects.

Yes

All students are free to practice their religion on campus, and there is a diverse variety of student-led faith-based clubs and activities.

There are no compulsory religious activities or events; participation is voluntary at the discretion of each student.

IB Diploma

Yes

Above 90%

Limited support is available for students with minor learning needs.

An academic support team supports students through regular 1 to 1 sessions when challenges have been identified.

N/A

We have two full-time counsellors on campus.

The admissions process consists of an online application followed by an online interview and group assessment. There are no entry exams.

The interview and group assessment are designed to assess a student's fit for UWC ISAK Japan and their motivation and willingness to contribute to our community.

No

First week of December for the following August.

No

08.00

15.40

N/A

N/A

Yes

Yes

No

UWC ISAK’s dynamic Clubs & Activities program offers 30+ clubs, competitive sports, and student-led opportunities to empower students in pursuing their passions. Updated annually based on interest, it ensures students can explore and develop unique interests. Students must participate in one Core Activity, Core Sport, and have the option to join Student-Led clubs throughout the academic year.

All students participate in physical education classes throughout their time at the school. Outdoor Education excursions such as hiking, skiing and kayaking are included in the curriculum.

Ad-hoc sports competitions are organised with schools in the local area, principally Volleyball, Basketball, Soccer and Curling.

Our campus features a variety of thoughtfully designed buildings that cater to the diverse needs of our students. The Kamiyama Academic Center (KAC) serves as our main administrative building, housing classrooms, a library, study areas, and meeting rooms. Asama is home to our cafeteria and science labs, while The Accord Center (TAC) functions as a multi-purpose venue for assemblies, performances, and humanities classes. Additionally, our campus has recently added two new buildings; Creative Center and Health & Wellness Center, which will host our arts programs and provide counseling, fitness, and lifestyle services, respectively.

UWC ISAK's sports and recreational facilities include a state-of-the-art gymnasium and the natural-grass Honda sports field, offering students ample opportunities for athletic activities. In addition to these on-campus facilities, UWC ISAK's students have access to the world-class curling, skating, swimming, fitness, and martial arts facilities at nearby Kazakoshi Park. Furthermore, the stunning natural surroundings serve as an extension of its campus, providing students with unparalleled access to the breathtaking beauty of Karuizawa.

UWC ISAK Japan is a full boarding school for grades 10, 11 and 12.

UWC ISAK’s residences offer shared bedrooms, living areas, and the opportunity to live with roommates from different countries and backgrounds. Students develop their leadership and problem-solving skills through their own house management systems. Each house is supervised by a House Mentor and Residential Advisors. We also offer blended housing options with access to gender-neutral facilities.

UWC ISAK Japan is a 3-year boarding international high school in Japan developing transformational leaders for the greater good of the world.

As Japan’s first full-boarding international high school (grades 10-12), UWC ISAK is committed to educating intellectually curious, compassionate, and innovative students from around the world who are eager to make a difference.