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International Montessori schools in Tokyo, Japan
The Montessori School Of Tokyo, Tokyo:
The Montessori School of Tokyo (MST) offers educational opportunities for students unrivalled by any other school in central Tokyo, eastern Japan. Together with the close to 100 families who form our school community, we cultivate an atmosphere of joy, wonder and appreciation for life. We invite you to join us at MST as we offer the opportunity for a vibrant and fresh vision of education for your child.
Mission Statement:
"Stimulating curiosity while developing independence in thought and action”
Our mission statement reflects our belief in what a quality school should do. We wish to engender a love of learning as well as an acceptance of personal responsibility for intellectual growth as well as social interaction. We believe that The Montessori School of Tokyo (MST) offers educational opportunities for students unrivalled by any other school in Tokyo.
Accreditation:
MST is fully accredited by The International Montessori Council.
Philisophy:
The Montessori philosophy is based on a profound respect for each child as a unique human being.
Programs:
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.
Core Values:
Our core values of Confidence, Respect and Compassion, are reflected throughout the school community, as is the universal Montessori approach, allowing students to transition seamlessly from other Montessori schools around the world.
Address:
3-5-13 Minami Azabu, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan
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
- 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, Nagoya
Courses / Programs
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.
- 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
Courses / Programs
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)
- 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)
Ohana International School in Tokyo
Courses / Programs
Ohana International School in Tokyo is an inclusive preschool with a difference, located in Azabu-juban, and catering for children between the ages of 18 months and 5 years. We also offer before-school & after-school child care, after-school tutoring programs and summer schools.Ohana staff aim to create a warm, caring environment that reflects their philosophy and at the same time provides an infinite number of opportunities for children to develop a “love of learning.” The learning programme is designed to build on the strengths of each child, valuing families and their ethnicity as well as everyone’s contribution to the school. The school honors the uniqueness of each child and his or her faith, religion, family, and culture.
The owners of Ohana International School in Tokyo are experienced educators who believe in developing the whole child. Shelley Sacks and Darren Winney have a combined 40 years of experience in teaching, especially in Early Childhood Education, in countries including South Africa, Australia, the UK, Taiwan, and Japan.
- Regular preschool program for children aged 18 months–5 years from 8:30am–2pm. Half-day option available.
- Before- and after-school care available 7:30am–6pm.
- After-school tutoring 2.30–6pm for children enrolled with Ohana or enrolled in other schools.
- A Me & My Mom program three mornings per week.
- After-School Classes in Phonics and Literacy, and Art, Design, and Technology.
- Summer School includes sessions on Wonderful Water, Kids in the Kitchen, and Cool Construction.
- Before- and after-school care available 7:30am–6pm.
- After-school tutoring 2.30–6pm for children enrolled with Ohana or enrolled in other schools.
- A Me & My Mom program three mornings per week.
- After-School Classes in Phonics and Literacy, and Art, Design, and Technology.
- Summer School includes sessions on Wonderful Water, Kids in the Kitchen, and Cool Construction.
Hello Kids Myogadani - International English Preschool, Bunkyo-ku
Courses / Programs
Give your child the opportunity to learn English in a supportive and loving environment with Hello Kids Myogadani! Conveniently situated in Bunkyo ward in central Tokyo, we provide immersion-based preschool and kindergarten programs in English. We also offer English language classes in the afternoons and on Saturdays for preschool, kindergarten and elementary school students (up to age 10).At Hello Kids Myogadani, we pride ourselves on our high-quality curriculum, class structure and dedicated teaching team. While our focus is on teaching the English language, we also help our students to develop social skills, fine and gross motor skills, problem solving skills, and leadership qualities. Our different class programs and special events were created with the simple goal of encouraging and nurturing each student, helping to direct their talent and ambition, and helping them to become their very best.
Our English immersion school is located directly in front of Hisakata Park and comprises two beautiful schools - our Main school and our Annex school. Our school is only a 10 minute train ride from Tokyo station on the Tokyo Metro Marunouchi subway line, and roughly 25 minutes from Shibuya.
- 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)
- 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 Easter, the Star Festival, Children's Day, Halloween & Christmas
- English Kindergarten (ages 4-6)
- Afternoon English Language Classes (ages 3-5 & 5-8)
- Saturday English Language Classes (ages 3-5 & 6-10)
- 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 Easter, the Star Festival, Children's Day, Halloween & Christmas
Ookayama International School, Tokyo
Courses / Programs
Ookayama International School (OIS) in Tokyo, Japan offers an alternative to the larger international schools in Tokyo. The school offers distance learning programs for grades 7-12 (ages 12 - 18) and students must attend our school to participate in them. We provide a fully accredited American high school education which has helped numerous students go on to higher education in Japan and overseas. Distance learning allows for many unique opportunities not available in the more traditional school system. Students are enrolled on distance learning programs at North Dakota Center for Distance Education or at The University of Nebraska-Lincoln Independent Study High School. These programs are fully accredited through the North Central Association Commission and School Improvement (NCACASI) and the Commission on International and Trans-Regional Accreditation (CITA). There are well over 200 different courses available for study.
Students may enroll at any time during the year, and if need be, set an individual pace for their work. Courses are also available for part-time students and those who have taken a break from education. Older students can take classes outside normal school hours.
- Distance learning middle & high school programs for Grades 6 - 12.
Graduation from OIS is not based on age or grade, but rather on credits earned.
Graduation from OIS is not based on age or grade, but rather on credits earned.