Quick summary of key school information
School details
Most common nationality |
Japanese |
Native English speaking teachers |
Our teachers are all experienced, well-versed native English speakers. |
Language support for students not fluent in English |
Our Prekinder classes are held entirely in English but are designed to be beneficial and enjoyable to all students, whether or not they are native English speakers. |
Additional language classes offered by the school |
We offer Japanese classes throughout the day so our elementary-age students can understand Japan's cultural and linguistic values. To communicate and move throughout their community with confidence. |
Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Our youngest classes have qualified teaching assistants to help with activities, mealtimes, and toilet training. |
Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures) |
Yes |
Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No |
External examinations or assessments available |
The TerraNova3 Standardized Exam |
Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
Student access to education psychologist |
While we rely on our teachers to provide for the well-being of our students, we understand that there are times when we must consult a professional. We care about the progress of our children, whether it is their emotional or physical progress. If an expert must be consulted, we have an on-call school counselor who can assist. |
Waiting list |
Yes, approved applicants who cannot be immediately placed in a classroom because of capacity can be put on the waiting list. Administrators will inform the family as soon as space becomes available. |
Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
April 1 |
Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
School start time |
9:45 AM |
School finish time |
1:45 PM |
Supervised care before/after school |
Yes, we offer after-school English classes and our Extra Curricular Activity Program, which includes piano lessons, swimming classes, sports, and Japanese lessons. |
School bus service available |
Yes, we have a school bus service to pick up and drop off students. |
School provided lunches |
We provide healthy school lunches for those who have ordered every day for the whole term. We provide healthy school lunches for those who have ordered daily lunches for the whole term. The healthy lunch policy:
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Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
No |
Uniform required |
Yes |
Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Weekdays, between 2 and 3 pm, we run our Extra Curricular Activity Program (ECAP), including activities such as piano lessons, swimming classes, sports, and Japanese lessons, each held by teachers specializing in the field. Art, music, and other aesthetic faculties are included in our curriculum. For example, children participate in ukulele and Hula classes each week. We also hold various extra-curricular events such as Sports Day, excursions, concerts, and nature camps. |
Sports activities included |
Students go to Kiba Park daily to maintain health and wellness. On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, students will be led through a physical activity focusing on physical education by their homeroom teacher. On Tuesdays and Thursdays, students will have free play at the park to refresh themselves and build relationships with their classmates. Students are monitored by their homeroom teacher and administrative staff for their safety. |
Facilities at the school |
Organic Cafe, Library, Theater |