Child care in Tokyo: International preschools in Japan, daycare center for toddlers & preschoolers, kindergarten programs & early childhood education in the Setagaya area
Daizawa International School: 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.
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.
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).
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”.
- 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
Discovery International School in Nagoya, Japan provides Reggio Emilia inspired, play-oriented educational programs in English for preschoolers and afternoon elementary students of all nationalities. Our programs are guided by modern international research on childhood development and language acquisition. Children at Discovery partner with peers and teachers to engage in deep, subject-integrated learning projects which stem from children's play interests and questions.
Literacy learning is workshop oriented and provided on a one-to-one basis. Children's work is documented as it progresses both on our walls and online. Always, the child's voice is the center of our attention! We are located on the eastern border of Nagoya, in Nagakute Town. Come and Discover joyful, child-driven learning!
- Day Preschool
- After School Programs Ages Pre4 - K
- After School Programs Elementary 1-3
- After School Native / Fluent Speakers Programs
- Summer School
- Parent Seminars
*Programs to expand in April 2011.
Imagine International Preschool offers a unique English-speaking learning environment for children ages 18 months to 6 years old in the heart of Yokohama in Minatomirai area of Nishi-ku ward.
Opened in 2003, Imagine’s teaching philosophy is based on the Reggio Emilia approach through which children’s interests and strengths are the catalyst for projects that children and teachers are highly motivated to learn about and discover together.
Imagine children are encouraged to think as individuals, use their initiative and have a broad understanding of the world around them.
With a low student to teacher ratio, all children are nurtured carefully by the experienced teaching staff.
International Preschool Programs (Taught in English)
- Ages 18 months to 6 years
Toddler Class (18 months-3 years)
- Available as 2, 3 or 5 days per week (days are pre-determined)
- Full Day Program (8:00-18:00)
- Short Day Program (9:30-14:30)
- Morning Program (9:30-11:30)
Preschool Class (3-6 years)
- 5 days per week
- Full Day Program(8:00-18:00)
- Short Day Program(9:30-14:30)
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