Yes, all are native English-speakers and native Japanese-speakers within their respective subject areas. All subjects are taught in English with the exception of Japanese and G5/6 Japanese Social Studies.

We have a English Support Program as well as a Japanese Studies Program for students need language support.

Japanese. Other languages sometimes offered in after-school clubs/activities.

20 in Kindergarten; 26 in Elementary

16 in Kindergarten; 25 in Elementary

Yes. Teaching Assistants support at all levels of the school.

Technology is integrated into daily lessons in a wide variety of ways. All classes have interactive whiteboards and class sets of iPads. Additionally, students use the ICT Suite on a weekly basis.

In case of a prolonged closure, Seesaw can be used as an asynchronous learning tool.

No.

G1-6 New Group Reading Test, G3-5 International Schools Assessment (ISA), G6 Japanese National Exams, G4 Chiba City Exams

MIS students consistently outperform all international standards on the International Schools Assessment (ISA) in all academic areas. Students typically score at or above both national and prefectural standards when assessed in Japanese.

Yes, homework is given to reinforce classroom learning at the elementary level.

Varies by grade level. Typically 20-30 minutes daily.

As MIS goes up to Grade 6, students go on to either International Middle Schools or Japanese Junior High Schools.

Yes.

Our school has both a Learning Support Program which supports students with mild learning challenges in both English and Japanese.

Students are challenged and enriched/extended when needed. Students are encouraged to avail of a number of opportunities to highlight and enhance their individual talents.

We have a bilingual school counselor who is also a licensed clinical psychologist.

Yes.

Interviews and assessments are given to students prior to enrollment.

At many grade levels currently.

Please see the school website's 'Apply' page at https://www.mis.ed.jp/apply/admissionsprocess/ for details on enrollment. October/November for April Enrollment. School year runs from April to March with a modified Japanese-International School Calendar.

Yes, we do have open enrollment throughout the year.

8:50am

3:20pm for K2-G6; 1:30pm for K1

Yes, the school offers an After School Care Program for a fee until 6:30pm daily.

Yes, our school offers a number of routes serving our surrounding communities. More info at https://www.mis.ed.jp/parents/transportation/

School lunch can be ordered and is provided by an outside catering service.

No.

Yes.

The school offers a wide variety of clubs and activities on a daily basis featuring sports, arts, drama, language, culture, homework support, English language development & technology.

PE is taught across the school. After-school activities include soccer, basketball, baseball and other sports.

Yes, we have an MIS Football Club which competes locally.

Library-Media Suite, ICT Suite, iMac Media Suite, Art Room, Science Lab, Cooking Room

State-of-the-art gymnasium and large open play areas including a large grass field.

We are proud to provide a unique educational experience to both returning Japanese students and expatriates that develops students to be multilingual, internationally minded 21st Century model citizens. Our world class, award winning facilities on a spacious campus coupled with richly resourced learning environments – including integrated technology – provide our staff and students every opportunity to achieve academic success in nurturing surroundings. Our students time and time again tell us how much they love coming to MIS and, upon their return, graduates repeatedly share their appreciation for the support and challenge that they were afforded here.

Our curriculum, based on the Japanese national learning objectives, is delivered via an international teaching and learning model. This provides our students the opportunity to access both international middle schools and Japanese junior high schools. The key to any school is its staff. MIS is honored to have a diverse, highly qualified team of educators and support staff from all over the globe who offer dynamic learning opportunities and a rich assortment of extra-curricular activities. We pride ourselves in meeting the individual needs of students and ensuring their academic and socio-emotional success while nurturing global citizenship to develop students who actively contribute to our world.