Aichi International School vs NUCB International Junior and Senior High School

	A Aichi International School Nagoya, Japan	N NUCB International Junior and Senior High School Nagoya, Japan
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year ¥1,089,000 - 1,331,000	Fees / year ¥596,900 - 1,093,900
Age range	Age range 3 - 12 years	Age range 12 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, Canadian Curriculum, Japanese Curriculum	Curriculum IB (MYP), IB (DP), Japanese Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 100	Pupils 3,000
Typical class size	Typical class size 15	Typical class size 15
Instruction language	Instruction language English, Japanese	Instruction language English, Japanese
Opened	Opened 2006	Opened 2003
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Aichi International School is located at Nijigaoka 3-4, Meito Ward, Nagoya, Aichi. The campus sits in a quiet residential district opposite Nijigaoka Park. It is about a 15-minute walk from Hoshigaoka Station on the Higashiyama Line and roughly a 10-minute drive from the Nagoya Exit of the Tomei/Meishin Expressways, with parkland in the immediate surrounds supporting a calm learning environment.	Location NUCB International Junior and Senior High School is located at 1-16 Hirojihonmachi, Showa-ku, Nagoya, Aichi 466-0841, Japan. The campus sits in Showa Ward in Nagoya and is part of the NUCB education group. It is accessible by public transport and sits near other NUCB facilities.
Stages	Stages AIS uses a nine-year framework: three years of kindergarten and six years of elementary school. Kindergarten classes are taught exclusively in English, while the elementary program is bilingual in English and Japanese (approximately 70% English and 30% Japanese) for Grades 1–6, accommodating students aged 3–12.	Stages The school operates as a six-year integrated junior-senior high program. It offers the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the IB Diploma Programme (DP) for secondary students. The school serves students typically aged 13–18.
School type	School type Co-educational international school serving boys and girls aged 3–12.	School type Private, co-educational day school. Boarding facilities are not offered.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix There is no published count of nationalities or local/international ratios. Admission policy states there is no restriction on nationality or religion, and an International Class exists. Enrollment data shows 688 students in total (353 male / 335 female) as of May 1, 2025.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Class sizes range from 10 to 20 students per class, enabling individualized attention. All teachers are certified to deliver the full curriculum. The school uses external assessments such as the ISA for Grades 3–6 and EIKEN Institute-based assessments for elementary students.	Additional learning support The school runs an English for International Understanding program with ten native English instructors in small classes to develop oral English. Public documentation of dedicated SEN facilities is not listed; language support is a prominent feature.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Japan	Country affiliation Affiliations include UNESCO ASPnet (ASPnet member) and Council of International Schools (CIS). The school is located in Japan.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation Not specified	Religious affiliation No formal religious affiliation is stated; admissions policies indicate no restriction on nationality or religion.
School day structure	School day structure Morning care for kindergarten starts at 8:00 AM. After-care is offered for kindergarten from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM and for elementary students from 4:15 PM to 5:00 PM.	School day structure Publicly published start times are not stated; after-school activities end around 17:30–18:00 depending on the season. A timetable exists for class days, and the school provides after-school programs.
Bus service details	Bus service details AIS offers a bus service: a 5-minute ride from Hoshigaoka Bus Terminal bound for Irinaka. Timetables for the nearest stop (Nishiyama Elementary School) are provided, and additional transit information can be found via Nagoya City public transportation resources.	Bus service details Bus service details are not publicly published; inquiries should be directed to admissions for transport options.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application and Enrollment Fees - Application fee (paid with the application form): JPY 22,000 for Kindergarten; JPY 33,000 for Elementary (Grades 1–6). - Enrollment (admission) fee (one-time, amount depends on age/grade at entry): - Kindergarten: JPY 330,000 (age 3); JPY 220,000 (age 4); JPY 110,000 (age 5). - Elementary: JPY 440,000 (Grades 1–3); JPY 220,000 (Grade 4); JPY 110,000 (Grade 5); JPY 55,000 (Grade 6). Annual Tuition (by program) - Kindergarten (Ages 3–5): JPY 1,089,000 per school year. - Elementary School (Grades 1–6): JPY 1,331,000 per school year. Tuition — per term breakdown (calculated by number of months in each term) - The school year runs April through March and is divided into three terms: Term 1 (April–July = 4 months), Term 2 (September–December = 4 months), Term 3 (January–March = 3 months). Term payments are calculated by the number of months in the term. - Kindergarten (annual JPY 1,089,000): - Monthly basis used for term calculation: JPY 99,000 (JPY 1,089,000 ÷ 11 months). - Term 1 (4 months): JPY 396,000. - Term 2 (4 months): JPY 396,000. - Term 3 (3 months): JPY 297,000. - Total for the year: JPY 1,089,000. - Elementary (annual JPY 1,331,000): - Monthly basis used for term calculation: JPY 121,000 (JPY 1,331,000 ÷ 11 months). - Term 1 (4 months): JPY 484,000. - Term 2 (4 months): JPY 484,000. - Term 3 (3 months): JPY 363,000. - Total for the year: JPY 1,331,000. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition may be paid either in a single annual payment or on a term basis (term amounts are calculated by number of months in each term). Both annual and term payments are collected by electronic withdrawal from the family's financial institution. A handling charge of JPY 3,300 is applied to termly installment payments. - The application fee is submitted at the same time as the application form. Facilities, supplies and other one-time / recurring fees - School facilities fee: - Kindergarten (Ages 3–5): JPY 206,800. - Elementary (Grades 1–6): JPY 227,480. - Supply fee: - Kindergarten: JPY 88,000. - Elementary: JPY 96,800. - Additional likely costs (charged as applicable): school uniform; school bag (elementary); textbooks; school lunch (if ordered); violin lessons for elementary students; costs for special events and activities. These items are noted as additional costs beyond the amounts listed above. Boarding fees - Boarding is not applicable. No boarding fees are listed for Aichi International School's Kindergarten or Elementary programs. Refund information - No explicit refund policy or refund schedule is published within the school's tuition, admission, and application materials. Fee payment options - Primary payment collection method for tuition is electronic withdrawal (direct debit) from the family's financial institution. A termly installment incurs a JPY 3,300 administrative charge. The application form instruction requires submission of the applicable application fee when the application form is submitted. Specific alternate payment methods (for example, credit card or wire transfer) are not specified in the published fee materials.	Fee details Application / Entrance fees - Admission (one‑time): JPY 500,000. - No separate, publicly posted ‘‘application only'' fee or separate exam fee schedule is published on the school's publicly available admissions/fees pages; the school's published one‑time charge is presented as the Admission fee above. Tuition fees (by year / per term information) - Published annual tuition (single headline amount for enrolled students): JPY 2,100,000 per year. The school presents this as the annual tuition figure rather than as a per‑grade breakdown. - The school does not publish a public per‑grade fee table or a per‑term numerical breakdown on its publicly accessible tuition and admissions pages; the published figure is given as an annual amount. Installment and loan options are described separately (see Billing schedule and Payment terms below). Boarding and recurring annual charges - Boarding fee (full boarding): JPY 1,550,000 per year. The boarding fee is stated to include utilities and three meals per day; additional charges apply for special menus to meet allergies or dietary restrictions (e.g., Halal, vegetarian). - Education enhancement fee: JPY 450,000 per year. Total example (headline components published together) - One‑time admission + annual charges (headline components published by the school): Admission JPY 500,000; Tuition JPY 2,100,000/year; Boarding JPY 1,550,000/year; Education enhancement fee JPY 450,000/year. These four items are the school's published headline fee components. Other costs and fees (additional, typically billed separately or charged alongside tuition) - Uniforms, study materials and textbooks, health/medical examinations, group insurance, student projects, CAS and extracurricular activity costs, and other consumables or program costs are additional and will be charged in addition to the headline tuition/boarding/education enhancement fees. The school notes these items as separate expected expenses. - The school provides each incoming student with an Apple laptop as part of enrollment (noted in the school materials). Billing schedule and payment terms - The school publishes the annual amounts above but does not publish a detailed public calendar of exact fee due dates or a per‑term invoice schedule on the tuition/fees pages that are publicly available. Where payment splitting and support are described, the school references dedicated payment support plans and partner loan options (see next section). - The school offers a tuition payment support plan run through a third‑party (Orico). That support plan permits分割 (installment) payment of school fees and uses automatic monthly deduction; the plan description specifies monthly automatic debits and a fixed interest rate for the split payment service. Specifics such as minimum/maximum amounts, application process, and the monthly debit date (automatic bank transfer on the 27th) are described in the school's published support plan material. - The school lists partner education‑loan arrangements (for example, a partnered SMBC Finance Service loan and other bank loan options) as available payment pathways; these partner products may include repayment choices such as interest‑only payments while in school or other education‑loan specific terms. These are presented as optional financing routes rather than as changes to the headline tuition figures. Refund information - No detailed, itemized refund schedule (for withdrawal, visa denial, late arrival, or term‑by‑term pro‑rata refunds) is published on the school's publicly available tuition, admissions, download, or scholarships pages. A specific refund policy and precise refund conditions were not located on the public fee pages. Because no public refund schedule appears on those pages, specific refund terms (eligibility, deadlines, or proportional refund percentages) are not available from the school's posted fee materials. Parents should treat refund terms as unspecified in the school's published fee summaries. Fee payment methods and practical options - Installment payment: Available via the school's announced tuition support plan (Orico) with automatic bank debit; the plan documentation sets out automatic debit details and a fixed interest rate for split payments. - Education loans: The school lists partner education‑loan products (e.g., SMBC Finance Service and other local bank options) for families who prefer loan financing; those partner programs describe their own application and repayment terms. - No explicit, detailed list of all accepted instant payment methods (for example, which credit cards the school will accept for school fee payment or whether international wire transfers are accepted) is published on the headline tuition pages. The school's payment support pages indicate bank automatic debit and partner‑loan methods; other payment modalities may be available through Admissions/Finance on request but are not itemized in the publicly posted tuition summary. Discounts / reductions affecting fees - The school publishes scholarship and discount schemes that reduce headline fees for eligible applicants or returning families. Examples include dormitory scholarships, sibling discounts, and affiliation discounts (for graduates of affiliated schools or children of NUCB alumni) that can reduce admission or tuition amounts. These are applied according to the scholarship rules the school publishes. Practical notes and contact - The figures above are the school's published headline amounts for tuition, boarding, admission, and education enhancement fees on the school's fees pages. The school's fee pages also note that some items (special dietary menu charges, uniforms, insurance, materials, extracurricular charges, and similar costs) are additional. - Admissions Office contact (for payment queries and final, binding fee schedules and refund terms): NUCB International College Admissions Office, Sagamine 4‑4, Komenoki‑cho, Nisshin, Aichi 470‑0193; Tel: +81‑561‑73‑8181; Email: info@ic.nucba.ac.jp. Use the Admissions/Download materials for the full admissions guidebook and the school's published scholarship pages for details on reductions and eligibility.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements NUCB International College (NIC) operates a full-boarding IB World School on its Nagoya campus. Boarding life is supervised by House Supervisors (live-in counsellors) and House Mentors, who provide daily life support and regular individual counselling. The school maintains a network of on-site dormitories, including Sagamine I-III Dormitory, Sanbongi Campus Dormitory, Komenoki, Meito, Chiyoda, and Higashiyama Annex, with study and dining facilities on site. The dining hall is available for meals, and dorms include kitchen facilities for resident use.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Aichi International School requires uniforms for all students. There are winter and summer uniforms for both the kindergarten and elementary levels, with winter uniforms worn to the Entrance Ceremony in April. Elementary students and Dolphin/Orca kindergarten wear uniforms daily, while Turtle class children wear them on designated days; the uniform policy is inclusive with gender-neutral options, and purchasing details are provided in separate uniform purchase forms for kindergarten and for elementary (girls and boys).	Uniform requirement The school uses a navy-based uniform with gold accents to reflect the Frontier Spirit. Details about the uniform are indicated in school communications, noting navy as the base color and gold as an accent.
Food options	Food options Aichi International School does not have a cafeteria. The FAQ notes that the school can provide school lunch, ordered from a school lunch delivery company, or students may bring lunch from home.	Food options On-campus dining is provided via a dining hall located on the NIC campus, with terraces for al fresco meals. Dormitory facilities include in-room kitchens and shared cooking spaces, enabling residents to prepare their meals. No specific dietary options are listed on the pages reviewed.
House system	House system —	House system NIC uses a house system with four houses: Pearl, Jade, Sapphire, and Ruby, with students assigned to a house on entry. Houses compete in sports, academics, and other activities, earning points that contribute to each house's overall standing.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school building is owned by the operating company Nip Co., Ltd. (NIP). AIS is operated by this company, and no broader group ownership is described on the site.	Governance and ownership NUCB International College is part of the Kurimoto Educational Institute (KEI), the parent organization that also operates Nagoya University of Commerce and Business's institutions and Nagoya International Junior and Senior High School. KEI oversees KEI's international schools and universities, promoting international accreditation and global leadership education.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Aichi International School follows a nine-year program consisting of three years of kindergarten (100% English) and six years of bilingual elementary education (English and Japanese). Kindergarten is taught entirely in English, while the elementary program delivers about 70% English and 30% Japanese. The curriculum aligns with Japan's Ministry of Education (MEXT) guidelines and the British Columbia curriculum, supporting bilingual learning across subjects. In elementary, international teachers teach English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Art, Music, Digital Technology, and PE, while Japanese teachers cover Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies under MEXT. Assessment includes internal Criterion-Referenced Testing in core Japanese subjects for all grades; external ISA examinations in English and Math for Grades 3–6; EIKEN IBA Reading and Listening for all elementary students; and EIKEN Junior Silver/Gold tests for kindergarten. Aichi International School is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).	Curriculum details NUCB International Junior and Senior High School offers a six-year Integrated Junior and Senior High School program, plus two Senior High tracks: International Studies and General Studies. Instruction is primarily in English, with an English-for-International Understanding program and a team of native-English instructors to support language development. In 2021 an International Class was established for upper English-proficiency students, with English courses taught by native instructors and additional Japanese language support as needed. The senior high offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (DP); the school has been an IB World School since 2014 and is pursuing the Middle Years Programme (MYP) as a candidate. The curriculum is complemented by TOEIC preparation, United Nations General Assembly simulations, and international exchanges with partner schools in multiple countries; the school also holds Article 1 MEXT accreditation and CIS membership.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning Aichi International School supports social and emotional learning through a Health & Well-being Action Team that fosters an inclusive, safe learning environment and raises awareness of health, safeguarding, and Covid-19 precautions for students and staff.	Social & emotional learning NUCB International Junior and Senior High School supports SEL through its English for International Understanding program, with ten native-English instructors in small classes to foster oral communication and intercultural understanding. The program promotes humanistic values in a bilingual environment and aims to develop a frontier spirit—independence, critical and creative thinking, and intellectual courage—while preparing students to be compassionate citizens of the world. Students in all programs study English more hours per week and have the chance to travel abroad at least once during their time at NIHS. After-school programs include TOEIC preparation, a United Nations General Assembly debate simulation in English, and student exchange agreements with seven countries, supporting collaboration and intercultural empathy. NIHS became a member of the Council of International Schools in 2022, and CIS identifies wellbeing as one of its four drivers, underscoring a formal emphasis on student wellbeing. The school also provides a School Counseling service with confidential sessions (counseling days on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays, about 27 sessions per year), offering support for social and emotional wellbeing.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The school states a commitment to meeting diverse learner needs but does not publicly disclose specific SEN provision or designation, and it is not described as a specialist SEN institution.	Special educational needs (SEN) The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision, including which kinds of SEN it can support or whether it operates as a specialist SEN institution. Public materials mainly describe IB/MEXT accreditation, English language support, and general welfare services rather than a formal SEN framework. The existence of health and counseling services indicates a welfare focus, but explicit SEN staff or programs are not described in the publicly available materials. As such, SEN-specific provisions are not listed on NIHS's publicly accessible pages. For those seeking SEN-specific arrangements, direct inquiry to the admissions or welfare staff is advised.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language Aichi International School offers a 100% English curriculum in the kindergarten and a bilingual English–Japanese program in the elementary school, with about 70% English and 30% Japanese instruction in elementary.	English as an additional language English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is provided through the English for International Understanding program, which features ten native-English instructors delivering instruction in small classes to strengthen oral communication and intercultural competence. English is intensified across all study programs, with more English hours per week than in typical schools, and students have opportunities to study abroad during their time at NIHS. The school supports language development through after-school TOEIC preparation and international exchange activities, contributing to an immersive English-language learning environment. The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme is offered in English within a bilingual setting, reinforcing language development for EAL students.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is supported through the Health & Well-being Action Team and the Stay Safe Program, which promote well-being, safeguarding, and safety education for students and staff.	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is supported through a dedicated School Counseling service, with counseling days on the second and fourth Tuesdays and additional sessions throughout the year, totaling about 27 appointments. Counseling occurs in a dedicated counseling room where students can engage in art, psychological activities, or confidential conversations, with confidentiality emphasized and parental consultations available. The counseling service operates within a broader wellbeing framework highlighted by NIHS's CIS affiliation, which identifies wellbeing as a core driver of student learning. Counseling hours are 10:00–17:00 on designated days, and schedules may vary around events, according to the counselor's and school's arrangements. These provisions reflect a formal approach to supporting student mental health and wellbeing.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Safeguarding is underpinned by AIS's Child Protection Policy, with internal reporting to the Student Guidance Leader, and practical safeguarding education via the Stay Safe Program.	Safeguarding Safeguarding is supported through NIHS's health service, which promotes a healthy and safe school life and provides professional nursing care for students' physical and emotional wellbeing. The health center runs regular health checks, infection prevention measures, and safety procedures (including emergency response with AED training and heat‑stroke prevention measures such as WBGT monitoring and digital signage). The school communicates attendance policies related to infectious diseases and provides confidential counseling as part of safeguarding students' emotional safety. There is a general policy page, but a standalone, publicly disclosed safeguarding or child protection policy is not detailed in the available materials.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Aichi International School operates in a state-of-the-art building constructed in 2005 that houses 12 classrooms, a library, a concert hall, open-area learning centers, heated floors, and a courtyard. Directly across from the school is Nijigaoka Koen, a large park, providing immediate outdoor space. The building's design uses natural wood framing and abundant windows and skylights to admit ample daylight. The concert hall features a two-storey cathedral ceiling, a balcony, and decorative stained glass. AIS began a long-term development plan in 2025 to upgrade internet infrastructure, expand catering for school events, and renovate toilets and flooring, with additional improvements under consideration. These elements collectively support a safe, engaging, and well-resourced learning environment.	Facilities overview NUCB International Junior and Senior High School sits on a high-function, open-design cluster-dome campus. A bright central atrium acts as a social hub and can host performances, with wireless internet available throughout the building. Classrooms are equipped with large screen displays (150-inch) and a World Online Classroom supports joint lessons with overseas partners, enabled by a robust online learning setup. The academic facilities include a bright science laboratory, an Active Learning Lab, and an electronic library located in the atrium area to support research and study. Outdoor facilities comprise two artificial-turf grounds (East Ground and West Ground) and three lit hard tennis courts, along with a cooking/culinary laboratory used for home economics and language activities.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities East Ground covers about 7,000 square meters with high-function artificial turf, and East Ground is complemented by a similar West Ground for PE and outdoor activities. Three well-lit hard tennis courts are available for tennis and physical education classes. These outdoor spaces support a range of sports and after-school activities.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The school provides a library and open-area learning centers to support study and collaborative work. The facilities emphasize natural light and flexible spaces suited to a range of academic activities; there is no explicit listing of dedicated science or computer laboratories on the facilities page.	Academic facilities The campus features a central, well-lit atrium and consists of modern classrooms with 150-inch screens to enhance instruction. A World Online Classroom enables interactive, cross-border teaching and learning. The school houses a dedicated science laboratory with bright lighting and ample space for experiments, an Active Learning Lab for collaborative work, and an electronic library on the atrium floor for digital resources. Wireless LAN is available across the campus to support technology-enabled learning.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	Extra curricular facilities The central atrium serves as a multipurpose space for events and gatherings, including performances. A cooking practice room resembling a restaurant kitchen supports home economics and English-language activities. The World Online Classroom and the electronic library support cross-cultural projects and independent research, while the campus hosts various after-school programs and clubs that align with the IB and MEXT initiatives.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History AIS was founded in 2006 as an integrated kindergarten and elementary school in Nagoya. Its roots trace back to the Kamiyashiro English childcare program and Nagoya International Preschool, which opened in 2000 after the Kamiyashiro center began in 1993. In July 2006 the Kamiyashiro program was established as CAI, a social welfare corporation, and the Nagoya operation relocated to a site near Nijigaoka Park. AIS earned accreditation from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges for kindergarten through grade 4 in 2008, and, after a 2013 Visiting Committee, accreditation extended through grade 6 with full reaccreditation in 2020. The first elementary graduates appeared in 2012, and by 2021 AIS graduates continued to enter international junior high schools and top Japanese schools. AIS will celebrate its 20th anniversary in 2026.	History Nagoya International Junior and Senior High School opened in 2003, launching a six-year integrated junior-high and high-school program. The largest share of graduates goes on to Nagoya University of Commerce and Business (NUCB), reflecting the school's close connection with NUCB. In 2014 the school earned UNESCO Associated School status and International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) authorization, marking a shift toward international standards. The institution was designated a Super Global High School Associate in 2015 and later recognized for the Glocal-type high-school reform project in 2019. It began pursuing IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) candidacy in 2021, joined the Council of International Schools (CIS) in 2022, and became part of the WWL consortium in 2022, reflecting its ongoing international partnerships. The school is noted as the region's only secondary school that is both Article 1 MEXT-accredited and an IB World School.
Community	Community AIS maintains a globally diverse community of students, teachers, and parents from various cultural backgrounds. The school offers a 100% English curriculum in kindergarten and a bilingual English–Japanese program in elementary, with about 70% of elementary instruction in English and 30% in Japanese. The community is described as richly diverse and family-inclusive, with open house days and opportunities for parents to engage in school life. Public-facing materials highlight events such as a Thanksgiving Lunch, earthquake safety drill, Halloween party, Spelling Bee, and a Global Star Festival, among other activities. Regular activities include Sports Day and Graduation ceremonies, reflecting an active school life that brings families together.	Community The school emphasizes an English-forward, bilingual learning environment as part of its English for International Understanding program, with ten native-English instructors and small classes. It offers three course paths—the six-year Integrated program, the International Studies program, and the General Studies program—while maintaining a strong focus on English instruction and opportunities to travel abroad at least once. After-school programs include TOEIC preparation, and the school runs English-language activities such as a United Nations General Assembly debate simulation and multiple international student exchanges with partner schools in seven countries. In 2018, Nagoya International Junior and Senior High School's football program collaborated with AC Milan to adopt Milanese training methods. These elements contribute to a broad, internationally oriented school community.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association AIS public materials do not describe a separate Parent Teacher Association by name; instead, family involvement is integrated into school life through a calendar of events that engages students, parents and staff. Notable events include the November 2025 Thanksgiving Lunch and Tokai Earthquake Safety Drill, the 2025 Halloween Party, and 2025 Spelling Bee and Talent Show, as well as the 2025 Sports Day and Graduation ceremonies. Open House sessions for prospective families are offered, featuring information sessions, Q&A, and campus tours. These events demonstrate a collaborative, family-oriented approach to community life at AIS.	Parent teacher association The school maintains an active Parents Association that participates in school events. Open Campus admissions events for both middle and high school include a dedicated segment for interaction with current students and the Parents Association, providing opportunities for questions and engagement with families. The Open Campus entries for 2026 explicitly note participation by current students and the Parents Association during campus activities. The school also runs community programs such as Pioneer Kids English Camp, which engages families and local children in English-language activities. These elements illustrate ongoing parent involvement and collaboration between the school and families. Other international-education activities, such as the International Understanding Lecture series and broader community outreach programs, further involve families and alumni in the school's global-learning mission.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Aichi International School provides academic and intellectual enrichment beyond the classroom through a bilingual, dual-language curriculum that covers English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Art, Music, Digital Technology, and PE. International teachers teach roughly 70% of the elementary curriculum, with field trips offered throughout the year to reinforce learning in real-world contexts. The school supports language growth with AIS Eiken test targets by grade, guiding students toward higher-level English proficiency. AIS also offers pathways to future study through its Future Paths program, helping graduates move into international schools or Japanese junior high options.	Academic & intellectual NIC offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) and has achieved IB World School candidacy. The Bridging Programme supports Year 9 entrants with three months of intensive English, mathematics, science, social studies, and the arts, running from early April to the end of June. Case Method-based learning is integral to NIC's approach, including Harvard-style case method classes such as an Entrepreneurial Leadership session. NIC students have earned medals in international competitions, including nine awards at the PhysicsBowl Asian region in 2025.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Arts and creative activities include a structured violin program embedded in the elementary music curriculum, with weekly lessons for upper grades and bi-weekly lessons for younger students. The school hosts musical performances, including end-of-term concerts in the AIS hall and occasional external Christmas concerts. Drama Club is offered after school, fostering creativity, confidence, and teamwork while developing English skills. AIS also periodically hosts student-led events and festivals, such as Spelling Bee and the Global Star Festival.	Arts & creative The Engage Programme offers arts and creative options, including Photography, Manga, Creative Writing, Band, and Ikebana. NIC participates in the Sagamine Festival, a campus-wide event with live music and performances, and students may run booths or showcase talents. The Yukata event and other cultural enrichment activities provide cultural experiences for students. The festival and related arts activities highlight student performances and creative presentations on campus.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language AIS emphasizes cultural and language learning through events that celebrate both Japanese and international cultures. The calendar includes Tanabata in July and Setsubun in February, along with monthly theme days that raise awareness of global issues (e.g., World Wildlife Day, World Children's Day). The school hosts Halloween celebrations and other cross-cultural activities, fostering intercultural understanding. In language, the elementary program provides a bilingual environment with about 70% English and 30% Japanese instruction, while violin and other arts activities support language and cultural engagement.	Cultural & language Cultural Exchange Nights are held during Well-being Programme evenings, featuring culture and language exchange, games, movie nights, seasonal parties, and sports nights. The Language Program offers intensive language courses and intercultural experiences, with destinations at partner universities such as Queen's University, McGill University, the University of Alberta, and the University of Manchester. NIC students participate in cross-cultural events through Sagamine Festival, CAS activities, and IB-related cultural programs. IB-related CAS activities and university festival participation provide formal avenues for cultural engagement and service.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies AIS offers an after-school program that expands students' world beyond regular classes. Available activities include Junior and Primary English, private ESL, Japanese language lessons, Tea Ceremony, Drama Club, Soccer Club, Kan-Ken (Kanji) study, Computer Skills, and Yoga Club, with sessions running about 30 weeks per year. Drama Club and the other enrichment options are designed to build social skills, confidence, and teamwork, often integrating language development. The after-school schedule provides specific days and times for each activity.	Social & hobbies The Engage Programme includes a broad range of sports and sedentary activities, such as Football, Photography, Manga, Creative Writing, Public Speaking, Band, Chess, and more. In-house Evening Activities on Saturdays feature Culture Language Exchange Nights, Game Night, Movie Night, Seasonal Party, and Sports Night, fostering social interaction and peer bonding. NIC also participates in social and cultural events such as the Sagamine Festival, with student-led booths and performances. There are additional recreational activities and events, including annual trips and sports programs that contribute to social life on campus.
Community & service	Community & service AIS lists community service as part of its extracurricular offerings and emphasizes global awareness through monthly theme days focused on international issues. While the site confirms community service as an aspect of extracurricular life, it does not detail specific volunteer programs or charity activities. The school also notes ongoing engagement with the local community and wider global community through events and experiences.	Community & service NUCB's international volunteer program offers Volunteer Projects across 35 countries, with around 800 projects to choose from. The IB Diploma Programme's CAS framework includes Creativity, Activity, and Service, with NIC students engaging in community-oriented projects such as SDG-themed activities at Sagamine Festival. Sagamine Festival activities include charitable donations of profits to charity organizations, and NIC students participate in community-focused events as part of CAS and campus life. NIC also participates in university-level events that include service and community engagement components.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional AIS supports students' future pathways through its Future Paths program, designed to guide graduates into international schools or Japanese junior high schools as appropriate. Since its first graduates in 2012, the school reports that 71 students have progressed to a variety of international and private junior high schools in Japan and beyond. The Future Paths materials outline options and considerations for continuing education in English-language environments as well as potential Japanese-entry routes.	Leadership & professional The Engage Programme provides leadership opportunities and cross-year collaboration, with activities designed to develop leadership and teamwork. Harvard Case Method lectures and sessions, such as the Entrepreneurial Leadership class, build leadership and decision-making skills. Participation in Sagamine Festival and related projects emphasizes leadership and project management across student groups. NIC's open programs and festival activities offer practical leadership experiences in a real-world, multicultural setting.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Wellbeing and physical development are integrated into school life through a robust sports program. Elementary students have sports lessons three times a week, with exposure to sports from other countries (e.g., cricket, netball, field hockey) and off-site swimming lessons seven times a year taught by professional instructors. Kindergarten students participate in park-adjacent activities and seasonal outdoor play, withSports Day held annually in June. The After-school Program also includes a Yoga Club (from age five), plus other fitness and recreation activities.	Lifestyle & wellbeing The Well-being Programme for Grades 10–12 includes Saturday workshops, in-house activities, and excursions to support transition, social and self-management skills, and examination preparation. In-house Evening Activities on Saturdays offer Culture Language Exchange, Game Night, Movie Night, Seasonal Party, and Sports Night for social and mental well-being. NIC runs an annual Ski Trip to Furano, combining sports, culture, and environmental learning, and the Summer Camp 2026 includes life-skills development, cross-cultural experiences, team-building, dorm life experiences, and extracurricular activities. These programs collectively support physical and mental health as part of daily life at NIC.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision Languages taught are English and Japanese. Kindergarten is conducted entirely in English, while the elementary level delivers bilingual instruction (English and Japanese). Non-native speakers receive language support, including JaSL (Japanese as a Second Language) and ESL/JSL-focused after-school options. Additional language learning is supported through an After-school Language Learning Program that boosts both English and Japanese proficiency.	Language provision English is the primary language of instruction. In the IB Diploma Programme, Japanese language courses are offered, including Japanese B and Japanese A language options. The school provides Japanese language support for non-native speakers through after-school or weekend programs to improve proficiency, particularly for students transitioning into English-dominant instruction. Overall, English is taught more hours per week than at ordinary schools, and the program supports bilingual coursework where applicable.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching Aichi International School offers a bilingual English–Japanese program in the elementary grades (Grades 1–6) and a 100% English curriculum in the kindergarten. Kindergarten students are aged 3 to 5, while the elementary program serves students from Grade 1 through Grade 6. In the elementary program, about 70% of instruction is in English and 30% is in Japanese. Evidence of the dedicated language structure is shown in the school's mission and curriculum descriptions.	Bilingual teaching NUCB International Junior and Senior High School provides a bilingual learning environment focused on English. English is the language of instruction for the school's programs, and ten native English instructors teach in small classes with an emphasis on oral communication. The school offers three tracks—a six-year Integrated Junior-Senior program, an International Studies program, and a General Studies program—each prioritizing English and including international opportunities such as travel abroad. The school is an IB World School, with instruction that includes English and, in some contexts, Japanese as part of the program offerings.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs AIS runs a 100% English immersion program for kindergarten (ages 3–5). All-English instruction is typical in the kindergarten, with a classroom environment that supports full English immersion. In the elementary years, instruction is bilingual (approximately 70% English, 30% Japanese). The school also supports Japanese language acquisition for non-native speakers as part of its bilingual model.	Immersion programs An International Class was established in April 2021 for upper-English-proficiency students; all English courses in this class are taught by native instructors. There is after-school or Saturday Japanese language support for students who need to strengthen Japanese proficiency. The school emphasizes English immersion through its international programs, and students have opportunities to participate in overseas study and exchanges. NUCB International Junior and Senior High School is an IB World School with a global-focused curriculum.
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Accreditations	Accreditations Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) — WASC accreditation indicates AIS meets established quality standards and engages in ongoing school improvement; AIS is currently accredited for Kindergarten through Grade 6, having been first accredited in 2008 (initially for K–G4) and undergoing a full reaccreditation visit in February 2020.	Accreditations NUCB International Junior and Senior High School holds several formal accreditations and designations. The school is an official IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) World School, authorized to offer the IB Diploma Programme. It is designated as an Article 1 MEXT accredited school in Japan, and it has been a member of the Council of International Schools (CIS) since September 2022. The school is currently pursuing accreditation from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Application windows and calendar for April 2026 entry: Aichi International School operates on an April–March academic year. For the April 2026 intake, Kindergarten applications open on September 1, 2025; Grade 1 applications open on September 22, 2025; and applications for Grades 2 and above open on September 1, 2025. Applications for the 2025–2026 school year remain open until all places are filled. Entry to each grade is determined by the child's age as of April 2. 2. Submitting the application and fees: Complete the AIS application form and submit the applicable application fee with the form to ensure the application is considered. The application forms are provided as PDFs for Kindergarten and Elementary, and the process emphasizes submitting the application form together with the fee. A notice also states that applications for 2026 are now open and invites inquiries for more information. 3. Application review and acceptance notice: After the school reviews the submitted application form, families will be notified of acceptance. This review step determines next steps for the family and the student. The page also offers a contact avenue for additional information during the review process. 4. Testing and interview requirements: Testing for Grade 1 includes an interview or speaking test and a written test conducted in both English and Japanese. The admission process also indicates that testing details are part of the process, with language assessment as a key component. 5. Rolling admissions and waitlist: The school operates rolling admissions for mid-year transfers, accepting applications as long as spaces are available. If no spaces are available, applicants are placed on a waiting list. School visits or online visits can be arranged if needed to support the process. 6. Enrollment timing and age-based placement: Students may join AIS at various points during the school year, but placement into a specific grade is determined by the child's age as of April 2. The AIS year runs from April to March, with scheduled breaks, and the overall policy allows entry anytime during the year. 7. Class capacity and availability: Class capacity is published by grade and reflects limited spots in several classes. As of the published availability for the 2025–2026 year, some grades show few spots left or are full with waiting lists, indicating that early application is beneficial for securing a place.	Admissions Step 1: Entry and application fee payment. Submit the online application form and pay the application fee to access the My Page application portal. After payment you will gain access to the My Page portal to manage your submission. Incomplete or inaccurate information can delay the review. Step 2: CAT4 Online Examination. Applicants are required to take the CAT4 online examination as part of the admissions process. The exam is completed online and contributes to the overall evaluation of each applicant. Step 3: Submitting application documents. In My Page, upload the listed documents: Personal Information and Declaration form, the Application Form, an English essay (roughly 500 words), academic transcript and attendance record for Grade 7 to 9, a recent portrait photo, and a family photo. For international applicants, provide a photocopy of passport or residence card and a financial statement demonstrating the ability to support the applicant for the duration of the programme. Optional documents include evidence of English proficiency and annual tax statements; two referee references should be submitted directly to the school. Step 4: Interview. After the documents are reviewed, applicants will be contacted to schedule the final interview; if the document review is unsuccessful, no interview will be conducted. Step 5: Application Result. Admissions decisions are based on the submitted documents, CAT4 results, and the interview. The result is communicated within two weeks after the interview. Step 6: Enrolment and capacity. Enrollment is limited to 75 students in Grade 10. Enrollment follows the admission result. Applications for the 2025/2026 cycle opened on October 1, 2025 and are reviewed on a rolling basis. Stage 2 and Stage 3 may not open if full capacity is reached. Enrolment occurs after admission to secure a seat; exact steps may be provided after the offer.
Scholarships	Scholarships AIS does not advertise a separate school-specific scholarship program. The school notes that it is certified as an unlicensed childcare facility and qualifies for the government's free early childhood education and childcare program, which can reduce costs for eligible families. There is no indication of AIS offering its own scholarships or tuition waivers.	Scholarships NUCB International College offers several scholarships. The Academic Scholarship provides either 90%, 60%, or 30% of the first-year tuition, renewed annually for recipients who remain in the top 20% of the cohort. The Housing Scholarship provides 360,000 JPY over one year (30,000 JPY per month) toward boarding fees, with a maximum of three new students per year. The Affiliation Scholarship covers 50% of the admission fee for students progressing from the affiliated middle school or who are children of NUCB alumni. The Sibling Discount offers 10% off tuition for siblings of current or former students. Scholarships are awarded automatically based on eligibility; no separate application is required. There are no NUCB loans or grants for this program, and there is no application fee waiver.
Waitlist	Waitlist AIS uses a waitlist as part of its rolling admissions. For mid-year transfers, applications are considered as long as spaces exist; when spaces are filled, applicants are placed on a waiting list. If needed, AIS offers school visits or online visits to support applicants during the process.	Waitlist There is no publicly described waitlist or pool system. Admissions operate on a rolling basis with capacity constraints. Stage 2 and Stage 3 may not open if full capacity is reached.
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