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International elementary & high school in Tokyo, Japan

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Columbia International School, Tokyo:
Columbia International School, situated in Tokyo, eastern Japan, is a prominent international school which strives to develop the best ability in each student, and prepares students for the post secondary education overseas with a world recognized and accepted Ontario Secondary School Diploma (grade 12) of Canada. The high school rigorously follows the Ontario curriculum encompassing English, ESL, mathematics, geography, history, science, physical & health education, family studies, social sciences, computer, and business.

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Photo of International elementary & high school in Tokyo, JapanElementary School:
Columbia International School incorporates an unique elementary program that provides students with an English immersion curriculum, blended with a Japanese curriculum suggested by the Ministry of Education in Japan for Japanese citizens. We provide children with an immersion language program that will develop their fluency with both English and Japanese, and develop an international perspective and understanding while maintaining their identity as Japanese citizens. Subjects are taught through an integrated approach in a small collaborative class enabling much closer teacher-pupil contact.

Junior High School:
The Junior High Program (Grades 7-9) incorporates the best of western pedagogy in the delivery of the curriculum. The curriculum focuses on developing language and computer literacy, mathematical understanding and a community and global conscious in each and every student.
Upon successful completion of the Grade 9 program a student will be assigned a credit equivalency value of seven credits, three of which will qualify as compulsory. Transcripts for the last three years, including both the original and an English translation issued by the school are necessary for the assignment of these credits. Some credits obtained at other high schools may also be transferable. Both original and English transcripts issued by the school are necessary to transfer these credits.

Senior High School:
The high school follows the directives of the Ontario Ministry of Education and is entitled to grant diplomas identical to those received in the Province of Ontario. The high school is annually visited by the Ontario Ministry of Education & Training for a period of several days to certify that the high school is in compliance with the rules and regulations of the Ontario educatImage of International elementary & high school in Tokyo, Japanional system.

The educational system of Ontario
The Ministry of Education in Ontario Canada issues the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) to graduating students. The OSSD is recognized and accepted throughout the world. In order to obtain this, each student must earn 30 course credits, 18 compulsories and 12 electives. (One credit represents satisfactory completion of the learning expectations of a formal secondary course of study, requiring a minimum of 110 student-teacher contact hours.)

The academic program is structured so that a student can complete the diploma requirements in 6 years (Grade 7 to12). The school year is trimestered: Summer term (April / July); Fall term (September / December); Winter term (December / March). Student can obtain a maximum of three credits per semester. The student should experience courses covering a wide range of academic content. As part of the diploma requirements, students must complete a minimum of 40 hours of voluntary community involvement activities. These activities may be completed at any time during their years in the secondary school program (Grade 9 to12).

The community involvement requirement is designed to encourage students to develop awareness and understanding of civic responsibility and of the role they can play in supporting and strengthening their communities. CIS offers a wide range of career exploration activities to grade 7 to 12 students. The list of such activities that our school have offered to students in past years is as followed: field trips, volunteer activities, business courses, school assembly with a guest speaker, and individual employment consultation.

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Address: 153 Matsugo, Tokorozawa Saitama 359-0027, Tokyo, Japan
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New International School, Tokyo
Courses / Programs
Founded in 2001, New International School located in Tokyo, eastern Japan, is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, and recognized as a Gakko Hojin (nonprofit school). Serving 165 children of many cultural backgrounds.

At New International School, the children learn in both English and Japanese through team-taught multiage classes, a resource and thematic-based curriculum, and a combination of whole group, individual, center-based and project-based activities. Graduates have entered international high schools, private Japanese high schools and day or boarding schools abroad.
Preschool Programme for children aged 3 and 4; Primary School Programme from Grades K to 5; Middle School/High School Programme from Grades 6 to 9. Bilingual System (English/Japanese).
Global Village International Preschool, Osaka
Courses / Programs
Global Village International Preschool was founded in 2001 in northern Osaka, south of Japan, to accommodate a lack of quality English education for preschool students of all nationalities.At Global Village, children learn and play in an English-speaking environment.
While children are taught in English our curriculum incorporates a wide range of learning experiences that provide exposure to various cultures.

Children engage in a variety of activities that bring out strong points of both Western and Japanese cultures such as performing Kamishibai like "Momotaro" and "Kachi-kachi Yama" as well as giving speeches and performances to develop the confidence necessary to speak and act in front of others.
Nursery Class ( 2 - 3 years old); Pre-Kindergarten Jr. Class
(2 -4 years old); Pre-Kindergarten Class (2.6 -4.6 years old);
Kinder A Class (4 - 5 years old); Kinder B Class (5 - 6 years old). We also offer after school and Saturday classes for kindergarten and elementary school students. Programs are taught in English.
Hello Kids Myogadani - International English Preschool, Bunkyo-ku
Courses / Programs
Conveniently situated in the Bunkyo ward in central Tokyo, Hello Kids Myogadani is an English-immersion school providing a fun and comprehensive international preschool and kindergarten program for children between the ages of 1.5 to 6 years old. In addition, we offer afternoon & weekend classes for children between the ages of 3 to 10 years old. Our students range in age from 1.5 to 10 years old. 

Established in 2009, Hello Kids Myogadani focuses on teaching the English language, as well as developing fine and gross motor skills, problem solving skills, living skills, social skills and leadership qualities.

We challenge, and more importantly inspire students within an internationally-recognized curriculum, which ensures that our students gain a solid knowledge of not only English, but also science, mathematics, geography, Japanese, and other international cultures, and so much more. We pride ourselves on our curriculum, class structure and dedicated teaching team.

Our English immersion school (which comprises two beautiful schools - our Main school and our Annex school) is easily accessible by public transport, only a 10 minute train ride from Tokyo station on the Marunouchi subway line, and roughly 25 minutes from Shibuya. Both schools are located directly in front of Hisakata Park (a spacious park which we utilize daily).
English Immersion Programs for Children:
- Preschool (ages 1.5-4)
- English Kindergarten (ages 4-6)
- Afternoon English Language Classes (ages 3-5 & 5-8)
- Saturday English Language Classes (ages 3-5 & 6-10)

Activities & Excursions:
- Summer Camp in Tokyo
- 8-Day Summer Trip to Canada
- Special Music Concerts
- Sleepover / Overnight Stay at Hello Kids in Autumn
- Day Trip to Mt. Fuji
- Day Trip to Mothers Farm
- Potato-digging day, and other fun, hands-on activities including during Easter, the Star Festival, Children's Day, Halloween and Christmas
Happy Days International Preschool, Tokyo
Courses / Programs
Happy Days International Preschool is conveniently located near Ebisu Garden Place in Ebisu in central Shibuya, Tokyo. Our school is for kids aged 18 months - 5 years old where we offer developmentally appropriate, theme based curriculum which focuses on the ‘whole’ child.

The school’s curriculum is based upon the Primary Years Program and the British Foundation Stage. Our mission is to give young children the necessary knowledge and understanding, skills and processes to take on the challenges of the modern world in a positive and creative way.

At Happy Days International Preschool, we maintain a teacher / child ratio of 1:6. Indoor and outdoor play is part of our regular routine, and educational excursions and outings are built into our program. Children receive a wide range of extra curricular activities including piano lessons, ballet, dancing, art, and yoga. Our environment is safe and secure and one where children do have “Happy Days”.
Preschool & Kindergarten programs for kids aged 18 months - 5 years:

- We provide a developmentally appropriate, theme based curriculum
- Our curriculum is based upon the Primary Years Program and the British Foundation Stage
- As part of our structured routine, we provide indoor & outdoor play & educational trips
- A wide range of extra curricular activities are available
- Weekly individualized reports informing parents of their student’s progress, as well as daily feedback
Daizawa International School, Tokyo
Courses / Programs
Daizawa International School is an International preschool and kindergarten in the Setagaya area of Tokyo, Japan. We provide learning opportunities for all children from 18 months to 6 years. We provide a home-like and friendly environment for children and families.

In our program, thematic learning forms the core curriculum, with emphasis on practical life, sensorial development, social development, and creative expression. The children are encouraged to become independent thinkers, and we aim to open their eyes to a world of discovery.

We introduce the children to a wide variety of information during the year through our monthly themes. Each theme we will also be taking a look at a different culture and educating the children about the world around them.

​At Daizawa International School, we plant the right seeds and reap the fruits that bear the child's socio-emotional readiness, natural curiosity, confidence, independence, courage, and respect for others and oneself.
- Sprout Program (18 months to 2.5 years old)
- Maple Program (2.5 years to 4 years old)
- Oak Program (4 years to 6 years old)
- After-School Program
The Montessori School Of Tokyo, Tokyo
Courses / Programs
The Montessori School of Tokyo (MST) in eastern Japan is proud to provide an internationally recognized curriculum for the international student. MST is the only Montessori Elementary School in Japan accepting students from age 3 to 12.

With its beginnings as a pre-school/kindergarten in 1993, MST has grown to where it now enrolls over 150 students representing over 35 countries. Our Montessori trained teachers, come from over 10 countries around the world and are familiar with many different international settings. MST is accredited by The International Montessori Council and is a member of The Japan Council of International Schools.
Sunshine Montessori Programme - for children of 2 yrs 8 months to 6 years old; Elementary Montessori Programme including: Lower Elementary - for students 6-9 years old and
Upper Elementary - for students 9-12 years old. Classes are taught in English.