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Languages
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
English as an Additional Language |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Japanese, Spanish |
Academics
| External examinations or assessments available |
IB Diploma |
School day
| School bus service available |
Yes |
Extracurricular activities
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
An After-School Activity program is run throughout the year. Students are able to pursue a variety of interests, including activities such as Basketball, Gardening, Cooking, Film-making, Programming, Drumming, Yoga, Guitar, and Visual Arts. A school bus provides transport after ASA. |
About the school
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Tohoku International School is the only international school in Tohoku offering an individualized and holistic academic program from Kindergarten through Grade 12. With a diverse staff of highly qualified, international educators, TIS has been serving the educational needs of Tohoku for nearly 50 years. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
TIS approaches to learning are designed around Thinking, Research, Social, Self-management, and Communication skills; embracing 21st century competencies as conflict-resolution, ethics, mindfulness, and the acceptance of diverse perspectives. |