International Schools & Private Schools: Private nursery school in Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan, International preschool program, Bilingual kindergarten Tokyo, Japanese immersion for kids, English language lessons for children in Japan
Ayla International School, Tokyo: Ayla International School (AIS) is a highly acclaimed International preschool and kindergarten school based in Tokyo, eastern Japan. At AIS, children learned to observe, investigate and experiment with things that interest them using both the English and Japanese Language. The programs are exclusively designed for parents who want their children to be independent, self-confident and flexible learners.
Nursery Program (Canaria Class): It's a program that encourages your child to participate and interact with other children. It's the first step towards making new friends. The program is full of funactivities such as music, art and nursery rhymes. Mission statement: Learning to make new friends
Preschool Program (Hibari & Flamingo Classes): This program is to direct, involve and encourage children to discuss and work on their ideas as a group. We focus on language art and interpersonal skills. Many short field trips and fun events are scheduled for a better learning environment. Hibari: English Immersion Flamingo: Japanese Immersion Mission statement: Learning to socialize and become more independent
Kindergarten Program (Tsubame & Kujaku Classes): A busy classroom for active learners. Investigating, Challenging young little thinkers to be more active and confident in expressing their ideas Mission statement: Learning to spell, read and write Tsubame: English Immersion Kujaku: Japanese Immersion EFL: Afternoon Program (Hikari and Asahi Classes) : For children whose first language are not English. This program is to encourage children to communicate and express themselves in English. An hour of learning activities focusing on articulation, phonics, reading and writing are included in the program. JSL: Afternoon Program (hanabi Class): For children whose first language are not Japanese. This program teaches children about Japanese culture and daily conversation through play and games.
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.
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
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.
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.
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)