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Nationalities
| Number of students |
450 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
Over 40 |
| Most common nationality |
The nationalities with the highest populations at SIS are American, Japanese, UK, European, Korean, Australian, Indian, Russian, and Chinese. etc. To maintain a balanced diversity within the school population, Shinagawa International School has set a maximum limit of 25% for any single nationality. |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
%25 |
Languages
| Native English speaking teachers |
Our teaching staff represents over 18 different nationalities, with many teachers fluent in multiple languages, and all proficient in English. All homeroom teachers are native speakers from countries such as the UK, US, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. Additionally, all of our Japanese language teachers are native speakers. |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes, EAL learning support is provided |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Japanese |
Classroom
| Max. number of students per class |
22 |
| Average number of students per class |
20 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
From Preschool to Grade 2, we have team teachers in each classroom. |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
We have stand-alone STEM/Coding subjects and all classes are equipped with smart boards, iPads, and MacBooks for the teachers and students to use in the classes. All Secondary School students bring their laptops to school. The teachers use a variety of technology and apps and websites like Toddle, Zoom, Mathletics, Google Classroom, online library Raz-Kids, Fountas, and Pinnell for guided reading and many online resources to vary students' learning experience. |
| 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, we offered lessons through Zoom in times of emergencies like the recent COVID-19 quarantines. Our staff have already been trained for online education, we can do it again anytime if there is a need. |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No, we are a secular school and we welcome students from all races, religions, and cultures. |
Academics
| External examinations or assessments available |
MAP, WIDA testing, IB Diploma external exams |
| Results in these examinations |
75-100% |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes, weekly homework is given to primary and secondary students. |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
It changes according to the classes. PreK, Kindergarten students are around 20 minutes per day, primary students are a little bit longer. The secondary students have different amounts of homework according to each subject area. |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
We enrolled high school students in September 2023 and will have the first graduates by June 2026. |
Student support
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
1 SEN teacher |
| Learning support offered |
Depending on the needs of the students, one-to-one support is offered as a push-in or pull-out. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Extra support is provided by the team teachers and/or support teachers. Differentiated teaching strategies apply and additional classes are arranged. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Yes, we currently employ 2 school counselors. |
Admissions
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes, we screen the documents and assess children in a classroom setting for Early Learning Center Students. For Grade 1 and above there are language and math assessments. In addition to this, all applicants undergo a student interview with a teacher. |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
We do student-parent interviews and MAP tests for level checks on related grades. We check the English and Math levels of prospective students for Primary and Secondary School grades. Admission committee interview with students and parents. |
| Waiting list |
Depending on the school terms, we do have waiting lists for some classes. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
Because international schools accept students who may arrive in Japan from overseas at any time, applications for admission are accepted year-round. SIS Tokyo, as well, does not set a fixed application deadline. Interested applicants should first find out more about SIS Tokyo, such as by signing up for a school information session and filling out an application form. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes, though we recommend prospective parents get started at the beginning of three terms. |
School day
| School start time |
8:30 |
| School finish time |
3:15 pm, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays we offer an after-school program until 4 pm. |
| Supervised care before/after school |
Yes, up to 6 pm. |
| School bus service available |
Yes, we have 8 school bus routes. |
| School provided lunches |
Yes, parents can order lunches from KIWI KITCHEN, a local Tokyo catering service company. |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes, there are options for those who need special diets. |
| Uniform required |
Yes, there are two uniforms, a formal one and a PE uniform for PE lessons. |
Extracurricular activities
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
A wide range of ASP programs: we have ballet, swimming, calligraphy, robotics, karate, dance, guitar, soccer, basketball, drama, chess, arts and craft, origami, and coding, etc. We have badminton, volleyball, basketball, soccer, and table tennis teams currently. |
| Sports activities included |
PE Classes, swimming, soccer class, and perceptual motor program. Sports day, Field trips, Indoor sports activities. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
We organize a Sports Day and join some tournaments/competitions with other international schools. There are in-house competitions at the school. |
Facilities
| Facilities at the school |
Music rooms, art rooms, libraries, and gymnasiums at both campuses. In addition to this we have a design room and science lab at the main campus. |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Outdoor as well as indoor sports facilities (Gymnasium), swimming pool at the nearby facility, and access to Samezu Soccer Field for recess and PE lessons |
About the school
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Shinagawa International School (SIS) is a vibrant and diverse IB World School conveniently located near Shinagawa Seaside Station. As part of our ongoing growth, we are proud to be an authorized IB Continuum School implementing PYP, MYP, and DP programmes. Our school community encompasses over 40 nationalities, creating a rich tapestry of experiences and cultures. Committed to providing a holistic education, SIS caters to students from the Early Learning Center (ages 3-6), Primary School (grades 1-5), and Secondary School (grades 6-12, with grade 12 to be introduced in the 2025-2026 academic year). |
| Teaching approach of the school |
Our mission is to provide a multicultural learning community that nurtures a passion for academic, social, and personal success. |