Shinagawa International School - Samezu Campus vs Yoyogi International School - Jinnan Campus

	S Shinagawa International School - Samezu Campus Tokyo, Japan	Y Yoyogi International School - Jinnan Campus Tokyo, Japan
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year ¥2,575,000 - 2,900,000	Fees / year ¥2,568,000 - 2,685,000
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 7 - 14 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), American Curriculum, British Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 450	Pupils 120
Typical class size	Typical class size 20	Typical class size 15
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 2007	Opened 1999
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Shinagawa International School has three campuses in Shinagawa Ward, Tokyo: Aoyoko Campus (Preschool–Kindergarten), Seaside Campus (Primary), and Samezu Campus (Secondary). The Aoyoko Campus is in Minamishinagawa; Seaside sits near Shinagawa Seaside Station, and Samezu is also located in Minamishinagawa. The campuses are accessible by multiple rail lines: Aoyoko is about 5 minutes from Aomono-Yokocho, 7 minutes from Oimachi, and 15 minutes from Shinagawa Seaside; Seaside is about 5 minutes from Shinagawa Seaside and Aomono-Yokocho, and 15 minutes from Oimachi; Samezu is about 7 minutes from Shinagawa Seaside, 3 minutes from Aomono-Yokocho, and 15 minutes from Oimachi.	Location Yoyogi International School operates two campuses in Shibuya, Tokyo. The Yoyogi Campus (Kindergarten–Grade 1) is near the West Gate of Yoyogi Park and is within a short walk from Yoyogi-koen Station (Chiyoda Line) and Yoyogi-Hachiman Station (Odakyu Line). The Jinnan Campus (Grade 2–8) is located about 700 meters south of Yoyogi Park, in the Shibuya area, and about a 10-minute walk from Shibuya Station and Yoyogi-koen Station. The campuses are centrally located, with access to nearby parks, cultural venues, and city amenities.
Stages	Stages The school offers an IB continuum: Early Learning Center (ELC) for ages 3–5 at the Aoyoko Campus; Primary Years Programme across Seaside (Grade 1–3) and Samezu (Grade 4–5); Middle Years Programme (MYP) for Grades 6–10; and Diploma Programme (DP) for Grades 11–12.	Stages The Yoyogi Campus houses Kindergarten through Grade 1, while the Jinnan Campus serves Grades 2–8. This structure supports a progression from early years to middle elementary on separate sites.
School type	School type Co-educational day school with no boarding facilities.	School type The school operates as a co-educational day school. There is no indication of boarding facilities.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix Students come from more than 40 countries. The most common nationalities are not publicly disclosed, and a detailed local-to-international ratio is not published.	Pupil nationality mix Families come from more than 30 countries, and about 70% of the student body are foreign nationals. Nationalities are capped at a maximum of one third of a class to maintain diversity.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Learning support includes English as an Additional Language (EAL) and other supports. EAL is delivered in small groups with push‑in and pull‑out sessions, with English proficiency assessed using WIDA standards. For formally assessed students, an Individual Educational Plan (IEP) may be created; for others, a Student Success Plan is used to support inclusion in mainstream classes.	Additional learning support English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is offered, with an EAL fee published in tuition information. The admissions process also provides for learning support considerations and behavioural concerns disclosures. Class sizes are small, with a maximum of 16 students per class in Kindergarten.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation No formal country affiliation is listed.	Country affiliation No formal country affiliation is stated; the school is located in Japan. The host country is Japan.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation No religious affiliation is listed.	Religious affiliation No religious affiliation is indicated; the school follows an international IB framework and secular program components.
School day structure	School day structure Preschool–Kindergarten: instructional hours from 8:30 am to 2:30 pm; Grades 1–12: 8:30 am to 3:00 pm.	School day structure Kindergarten classes run from 8:30 to 15:30. After-school activities run from 15:45 to 16:45. Details about daily schedules for other grades are not publicly published, but after-school programs are available at both campuses.
Bus service details	Bus service details A safe school bus service operates, primarily for preschool and primary students with limited availability for secondary students. Buses have seat belts, GPS tracking, and attendants. There are eight routes (School Bus 1–8) serving various areas; routes and times may adjust based on demand. Parents can register by contacting the school.	Bus service details A morning and afternoon bus service is offered with fees separate from tuition. Three dedicated buses operate routes serving areas such as Roppongi, Aoyama, Shirokane, Shinjuku, Ichigaya, and Meguro; routes for 2025–2026 are published by the school. For specific route details, contact admissions.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application and Admission Fees - Application fee: JPY 40,000 (one‑time, non‑refundable; payable on submission of each student's application). - Enrollment fee (registration): JPY 1,000,000 (one‑time, non‑refundable; payable within one week of confirmation of admission). Tuition — amounts and term schedule (three installments per school year) Tuition is charged per academic year and payable in three installments (Term 1, Term 2, Term 3). The following shows each term amount and the annual total for the 2025–2026 school year: - Preschool – Kindergarten: Term 1 JPY 875,000; Term 2 JPY 675,000; Term 3 JPY 675,000. Annual total JPY 2,225,000. - Grades 1–5: Term 1 JPY 850,000; Term 2 JPY 750,000; Term 3 JPY 750,000. Annual total JPY 2,350,000. - Secondary (Grades 6–10): Term 1 JPY 950,000; Term 2 JPY 750,000; Term 3 JPY 750,000. Annual total JPY 2,450,000. - Secondary (Grades 11–12): Term 1 JPY 950,000; Term 2 JPY 800,000; Term 3 JPY 800,000. Annual total JPY 2,550,000. Additional recurring educational fees shown per term (where applicable): - EAL fee (if required): Term 1 JPY 200,000; Term 2 JPY 150,000; Term 3 JPY 150,000. Annual total JPY 500,000. - Daycare service (charged at JPY 2,000/hour): Term 1 JPY 275,000; Term 2 JPY 200,000; Term 3 JPY 275,000. Annual total JPY 750,000 (dependent on hours used). (The school states that tuition is charged per year and is payable in three installments.) Maintenance, supply and support fees - Maintenance fee: JPY 250,000 per student per year (annual, non‑refundable). - Supply fee: Charged to cover small field trips, Japanese textbooks, class novels and some stationery items; amount depends on grade/use and is charged separately. - Learning support fee (if required): JPY 500,000 per year, payable in three installments. Additional and optional costs - Lunches: not included in tuition; charged separately. - Uniforms: compulsory for all grades; cost varies by items ordered. - PTA annual fee: JPY 6,000. - School excursions / field trips and non‑curricular residential/day trips: charged as required (examples of single–event charges range from JPY 100 to JPY 1,500 depending on the activity). - Some exam fees, some sports events/tournaments, some extracurricular activities/ASPs, and swimming: may be charged separately. Sibling discounts - A 20% discount on the second child's tuition is available for families with children enrolled before the 2025–2026 school year. For parents enrolling after the 2025–2026 school year, a 10% discount is available on the tuition fees for the second and any additional siblings. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition schedule: the annual tuition is split into three instalments (Term 1, Term 2, Term 3) and billed accordingly. - Application fee: due on submission of the application. Enrollment fee: payable within one week from confirmation of admission. Maintenance and other annual fees are charged as stated. - Late enrolment: students joining after the start of the school year are charged by academic term; attendance for any portion of a term requires payment for the full term. - Late payment: a 2% fee is added to late tuition payments; accounts in arrears by more than one month may result in suspension of the student until the balance is cleared. - Withdrawal notice: parents must provide not less than one complete term's prior written notice; otherwise one complete term's fees are payable in lieu of notice. Refund information - All school fees are non‑refundable. One‑time payments and first‑term tuition are non‑refundable. If travel to Japan is prevented by unavoidable circumstances such as government visa restrictions or entry regulations, tuition payments may be carried forward once. Fee payment options and contact for payment arrangements - All fees are to be remitted in Japanese yen (JPY). - The school accepts bank transfers for donations and publishes bank details for remittance; the accounting contact is accounting@sistokyo.jp for payment enquiries and arrangements. Use of bank transfer for payments and invoicing is in practice for the school's financial transactions. Notes - Tuition and fees shown above are fixed for the August 2025 to June 2026 school year and are reviewed annually. Any changes for the next school year are announced by the end of May.	Fee details Application & enrolment fees - Application Fee: JPY 33,000 (non-refundable). Applicants may pay the application fee by bank transfer or by credit card. - Registration Fee: JPY 330,000 (listed as an enrolment fee, non-refundable for new students). - Campus Development and Maintenance Fee: JPY 440,000 (listed as an enrolment fee, non-refundable for new students). Annual tuition and term breakdown (tuition payable by term) - Primary Years Programme (Kindergarten – Grade 5) - Educational Development Fee: JPY 150,000. - Annual tuition: JPY 2,568,000, payable in three term payments of JPY 856,000 each. - Middle School Programme (Grades 6–8) - Educational Development Fee: JPY 188,000. - Term payments shown as JPY 895,000 per term (three terms), which corresponds to total term payments of JPY 2,685,000. The published term amounts and the single-line annual figure differ in the original listing; the term-by-term values are JPY 895,000 / JPY 895,000 / JPY 895,000. - EAL (English as an Additional Language) fee - JPY 110,000 per term; annual total JPY 330,000 when taken for the full year. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition is charged by term and is payable per term. Payment instructions are issued on the school invoice. Ten percent tax is included in all tuition and fees. - For students enrolling after the school year has started, tuition and bus fees are prorated by the week. No sibling discount is available. - Payment should be made by bank transfer under the child's name, using the account code shown on the invoice. The school accepts bank transfers; the application fee can also be paid by credit card. International bank transfers may carry a JPY 2,500 bank charge notation and parents are asked to ensure any bank charges are covered so the full amount is received. Boarding fees - Boarding is not offered at these campuses; there are no boarding fees listed. The school operates day campuses with classes assigned to the Yoyogi and Jinnan locations. Other costs and optional charges - Uniforms: Wearing a uniform is required. School-sold tops (light blue polo shirts, PE shirts, hoodies with logo) are purchased via the school's uniform order form; plain dark blue bottoms may be purchased by parents or via the school order form. Uniform payments are processed by bank transfer per the invoice. Specific item prices are set through the uniform order form rather than in the tuition listing. - Bus service: A morning and afternoon bus service is available; the bus fee is charged separately from tuition. Routes and detailed information are provided for the school year; bus fees and route-specific pricing are supplied by the school on request. Bus fees are also prorated for mid-term enrolment. - Additional program fees: Summer school and activity programs have separate pricing and payment rules (example: week/session pricing and refund rules for summer programs). These are charged in addition to regular tuition when applicable. Refund information - Enrolment fees listed as “non-refundable” (application fee, registration fee and campus development/maintenance fee are charged per new student and identified as non-refundable). The application fee is explicitly non-refundable in all cases. - For optional programs such as summer camps, if the program is cancelled by the school the full funds will be refunded or redirected; some program pages specify no refunds or cancellations after the payment due date. Fee payment options and bank details - Accepted methods: bank transfer is the primary payment method for tuition and most school invoices; the application fee may also be paid by credit card through the school's payment form. Bank transfer instructions (bank name, branch, account number, SWIFT code and international-transfer notes) are provided on the school payment pages and must be used exactly as instructed (payer name should match the child's name). Parents are requested to ensure international transfer charges are covered so the full invoiced amount is received. Notes and practical points - All amounts above are shown in Japanese yen (JPY) and include tax where specified. - Enrollment is confirmed upon payment of the tuition fee (corporate/embassy sponsorship procedures differ and can require a payment agreement and registration fee). The application process requires payment of the non-refundable application fee before an application is considered complete.
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Uniform is compulsory for all grades. Uniforms can be ordered throughout the year, and the overall cost depends on the number of items ordered. The uniform policy promotes unity within the school.	Uniform requirement Uniforms are required for all students. The uniform includes a light blue polo shirt, PE shirts, and a logo hoodie ordered via the uniform form; bottoms must be plain dark blue (pants, shorts, skirt, or skort) and may be purchased from any store or via the uniform form. Uniforms are generally ready about one week after payment.
Food options	Food options An optional lunch service is available, offering a variety of meals. Dietary options are not specified on the site.	Food options —
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership Shinagawa International School operates as a non-profit organization governed by a School Board. The Board defines the school's Vision, Mission, and policies and oversees strategic planning, financial management, and risk management, as well as the recruitment and performance assessment of the Head of School. The school is a member of the Council of International Schools (CIS) and is currently undergoing accreditation.	Governance and ownership The school is operated by Yoyogi International School Inc., a registered Japanese corporation. The CEO and founder is Yuko Muir, who serves as Chairman of the Board. The Board of Advisors provides strategic guidance and is by invitation.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The Samezu Campus serves students from Grade 4 through Grade 12, delivering the IB continuum: Primary Years Programme (PYP) in Grades 4–5, Middle Years Programme (MYP) in Grades 6–10, and the Diploma Programme (DP) in Grades 11–12. The Primary Years Programme (PYP) uses a transdisciplinary, inquiry-based approach organized around six themes: Who We Are, Where We Are In Place And Time, How We Express Ourselves, How The World Works, How We Organize Ourselves, and Sharing the Planet, with knowledge, concepts, skills, and dispositions developed through units of inquiry. In the Middle Years Programme (Grades 6–10), language and literature are taught in English and Japanese, language acquisition in Japanese, and the program covers Mathematics, Individuals and Societies, Sciences, PHE, Design, and Arts (Visual Arts and Music), with an emphasis on Approaches to Learning and the Personal Project. The Diploma Programme (Grades 11–12, commencing in 2024–25) offers Group 1 English A and Japanese A; Group 2 Japanese B and ab initio; Group 3 Business Management and Environmental Systems and Societies; Group 4 Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Computer Science, and Environmental Systems and Societies; Group 5 Mathematics (Applications and Interpretation SL or Analysis and Approaches HL) and includes the DP core—Theory of Knowledge (TOK), the Extended Essay (EE), and Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS)—with college counseling support. The school provides English-language instruction with EAL and Japanese language support, and campus groupings are Aoyoko Campus (Preschool–Kindergarten), Seaside Campus (Grade 1–3), and Samezu Campus (Grade 4–12).	Curriculum details The school is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP). The curriculum is drawn from the US Common Core and the UK National Curriculum and is delivered through inquiry-based learning for international and global-minded students. English is the language of instruction, with Japanese taught as an additional language. Yoyogi Campus serves Kindergarten through Grade 1, while Jinnan Campus serves Grades 2 through 8. Class hours are 8:30 to 3:30 with a student–teacher ratio of 16:1 in Kindergarten, 18:1 in Grades 1–5, and 20:1 in Grades 6–8.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio Kindergarten 16:1; Grades 1–5 18:1; Grades 6–8 20:1.
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Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression High School (MYP) Grade 9 will start in August 2026. The expansion includes pursuing authorization for the Diploma Programme (DP) for Grades 11–12.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning Shinagawa International School's guiding statements state that it cultivates a multicultural community that supports academic, social, and personal success, and it fosters a respectful, inclusive environment with a 1:6 teacher–student ratio.	Social & emotional learning —
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) SIS Samezu Campus (Grade 4–12) provides Learning Support for students with additional needs, including EAL and behavior management, with an Individual Educational Plan (IEP) or a Student Success Plan as appropriate.	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The EAL program uses small-group instruction and curriculum modifications, offering both 'push in' and 'pull out' sessions; English proficiency is assessed using WIDA standards, and enrollment and ongoing support are coordinated by the EAL coordinator and homeroom teacher.	English as an additional language The language of instruction is English. Japanese is taught as an additional language, or at native level for native speakers.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is supported through Counseling as part of the school's Learning Support framework, with ongoing support and counseling services to help students.	Mental wellbeing —
Safeguarding	Safeguarding SIS is committed to safeguarding, with the school describing itself as committed to child safeguarding in its safeguarding and welfare practices.	Safeguarding —
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Shinagawa International School (SIS) operates three campuses: Aoyoko (Preschool–Kindergarten), Seaside (Grades 1–3), and Samezu (Grades 4–12). The Samezu Campus features spacious classrooms, a gym, dedicated spaces for music, visual arts, and design, a modern science lab, and a library/media center. The Seaside Campus provides spacious classrooms, a gym, a well-stocked library, and a rooftop playground. The Aoyoko Campus houses the Early Learning Center with an outdoor playground. Outdoor recreation is supported by the Samezu Athletic Park and Samezu Soccer Field, and the Seaside Campus features an outdoor rooftop play area. A Konami Sports Center is located nearby for swimming lessons and other activities.	Facilities overview The Jinnan Campus is a modern facility for Grades 2–8. It is located on the 9th and 10th floors at 7-1 Udagawacho, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0042. The campus features a Tech Lab with 3D printers, bright classrooms filled with natural light, and a Creative Studio space. The design supports collaborative, hands-on learning as part of Yoyogi International School's IB-aligned program. The Jinnan Campus opened in Spring 2025.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Samezu Campus includes a gym and uses the nearby Samezu Soccer Field and Samezu Athletic Park for outdoor sports and recess. The Seaside Campus has its own gym and an outdoor rooftop play area, supporting physical education in all weather. The Aoyoko Campus includes an outdoor playground for younger children as part of outdoor activity. Konami Sports Center is located nearby and provides swimming lessons for SIS students.	Sports facilities PE classes and after-school sports activities use nearby facilities rather than on-site spaces. After-school programs include sports offered through external providers or school-led activities at both the Yoyogi and Jinnan campuses.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Samezu Campus features a modern science lab and a comprehensive library and media center. The Seaside Campus has a well-stocked library with more than 15,000 volumes and a library program that supports the PYP curriculum. The libraries on the Seaside and Main Campuses offer flexible, welcoming spaces for collaborative study and independent work, with laptops for online checkouts. The Main Campus hosts music rooms, visual arts spaces, and a design room, and there are English as an Additional Language classrooms and Japanese classrooms to support language development.	Academic facilities The Jinnan Campus features a Tech Lab with 3D printers, bright classrooms filled with natural light, and a Creative Studio space. These spaces support project-based and cross-disciplinary learning as part of the campus's academic program. The campus opened in Spring 2025 on the 9th and 10th floors at 7-1 Udagawacho.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Extracurricular activities include swimming classes and 70+ after-school programs. Swimming classes are held at the nearby Konami Sports Club Swimming Pool and are led by Konami coaches with SIS staff; there is an additional cost. After School Programs (ASPs) run on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, offering activities across music, drama, sports, arts and crafts, and homework club. Programs cover academic clubs (for example, Model United Nations and language clubs), STEAM (robotics, coding, and design), and athletics (basketball, volleyball, badminton, yoga, Taekwondo). Some specialized programs may incur material fees.	Extra curricular facilities After-school activities offer a diverse range of options in sports, arts, and academic clubs. Staff-led programs run during the late afternoon (15:45–16:45) Monday through Friday, with some clubs hosted at both Yoyogi and Jinnan campuses. External providers also offer activities such as Pilates, Tae Kwon Do, and Soccer. The ASA catalog is updated each term.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Shinagawa International School originated in 2007 in Shibuya, Tokyo. The school relocated to Shinagawa Seaside in June 2018 to support growth and provide modern facilities. It now operates across three campuses—Aoyoko Campus (Early Learning Center), Seaside Campus (Grades 1–3), and Samezu Campus (Grades 4–12)—forming an IB continuum from early years through secondary. The school is governed by a dedicated school board and participates in international accreditation processes, including membership in the Council of International Schools (CIS) with accreditation in progress. The Parent Teacher Association is a parent-led body that collaborates with the school to support programs and community initiatives.	History Yoyogi International School opened in 1999 with a mission to develop life-long learners and caring global citizens. The founder and CEO is Yuko Muir. A second campus, the Jinnan Campus, opened in Spring 2025 to serve Grades 2–8 and is located at 7-1 Udagawacho, Shibuya, Tokyo. The Yoyogi Campus serves Kindergarten–Grade 1 while the Jinnan Campus serves Grades 2–8, both in Shibuya. The school is an IB World School authorized for the Primary Years Programme and uses a curriculum that combines the US Common Core and the UK National Curriculum.
Community	Community Shinagawa International School maintains a diverse, multicultural community drawn from more than 40 nationalities, with families actively participating in school life. The Life at SIS section highlights a wide range of experiences, including after-school programs and residential trips that connect learning with real-world contexts. The school hosts a calendar of community and cultural events throughout the year, including a Winter Performance, International Children's Day activities, Japanese Culture Day, numeracy and science weeks, and a year-end celebration, all organized with PTA involvement.	Community Yoyogi International School emphasizes community engagement and offers a range of after-school activities across both campuses. After-school activities include staff-led programs and external clubs in areas such as Pilates, Tae Kwon Do and Soccer. Internal clubs are available for K–Grade 1 at Yoyogi Campus and for Grades 2–8 at Jinnan Campus. The school maintains a PTA called Friends of Yoyogi that promotes parental involvement, supports new families, and funds charities and new resources.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association The SIS PTA is a parent-led volunteer group focused on two main goals: to support projects that enhance the educational experience and to create an inclusive community. All families are members, and the PTA is governed by a seven-member leadership committee (president, vice president, secretary, health coordinator, accountant, school lunch coordinator, and a staff representative) with monthly meetings to plan activities. The PTA also coordinates events such as Family Picnic, World Teachers' Day, Family Fun Day, Open House, Winter Performance, International Children's Day, Japanese Culture Day, Numeracy & Science Week, Literacy Week, Year-end Performance, and Year Book, and supports field trips and fundraising activities. The PTA Handbook provides details on roles, election processes, and annual dues (10,000 yen), as well as procedures for handing over responsibilities. Parent volunteers contribute to communications, decorations, and day-of-event support.	Parent teacher association Friends of Yoyogi is the PTA of Yoyogi International School. Its mission is to promote, build and expand parents' commitment to the community while enriching children's educational journey. They work with the school to support new families joining the school and fundraise for charities and new resources for students. Activities include regular coffee mornings, monthly family picnics in Yoyogi Park, parent social events, UN Day planning and sharing, Halloween and Christmas decorating, book and uniform swaps, and home–school connections. The PTA helps create a supportive, engaged parent community around both campuses. The Friends of Yoyogi complements the school by fostering connections among families.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Shinagawa International School offers a broad slate of after‑school programs (ASPs) that emphasize academic enrichment and STEM. On Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, students can participate in over 70 ASPs each week, with programs rotating annually. Academic options include the Chinese Language Club, Japanese, Mindfulness Club, Newsletter, and Model United Nations, while STEAM offerings cover Robotics, Coding, Vision Math, Lego Construction, Book Illustration, Drama Club, and related topics. Some activities may involve material fees and are led by SIS staff or external instructors.	Academic & intellectual The school offers after-school activities across sports, arts, and academic clubs. Internal clubs are offered at the Yoyogi Campus for Kindergarten through Grade 1, and at the Jinnan Campus for Grades 2–8. External clubs include Soccer, Volleyball, Taekwondo, Pilates, Junior Coding, and Coding. Activities run 15:45–16:45, Monday to Friday, at both campuses, with term-by-term review and updates to the offerings.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Arts and creative activities are delivered through ASPs that span performing arts, visual arts, and design. Options include Ballet, Hip‑Hop Dance, Drum/Percussion Ensemble, Guitar, Voice Training and Recording, and Drama Club, along with visual arts such as Arts and Crafts, Loom Bands, Origami, Book Illustration, Sculpture, and Music Appreciation. These programs support creative expression, performance skills, and visual artistry across the school. Some activities may carry material fees and are run by school staff or external specialists.	Arts & creative Music and Art are part of the Primary Years Programme. Visual Arts and Design are included in the Secondary Years Programme. The Jinnan Campus has a Creative Studio space and a Tech Lab with 3D printers to support creative projects. These facilities enable students to pursue artistic and design-oriented work as part of their broader learning.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Cultural and language activities feature language clubs such as Chinese Language Club and Japanese language sessions, complemented by global‑minded programs like Model United Nations. The school calendar includes events such as Japanese Cultural Day and other cultural celebrations, along with International Children's Day, STEAM Day, and Literacy Week. Interdisciplinary Week Without Walls (ID WWW) and educational field trips further deepen cross‑cultural understanding.	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Social and hobby activities are a core part of the ASPs, with more than 70 options weekly that span music, drama, sports, arts and crafts, and social clubs. Athletics options include Football Club, Table Tennis, Yoga, Gymnastics, Taekwondo, Basketball, Volleyball, and Badminton, allowing students to pursue shared interests and build friendships across grades. These programs are designed to foster social interaction, collaboration, and personal interests beyond the classroom.	Social & hobbies Internal clubs operate for Kindergarten through Grade 1 at the Yoyogi Campus and for Grades 2–8 at the Jinnan Campus. External clubs include Soccer, Volleyball, Taekwondo, Pilates, Junior Coding, and Coding. After-school activities run from 15:45 to 16:45, Monday to Friday, and the term offerings are reviewed each term.
Community & service	Community & service Community and service activities are integrated into student life, including service activities and residential trips as part of experiential learning. The Parent Teacher Association (PTA) coordinates volunteering and community events, with all families automatically belonging to the PTA and encouraged to participate. Primary‑level residential trips and secondary‑level educational field trips help foster community, social responsibility, and real‑world engagement.	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Leadership development is supported through participation in Model United Nations and through immersive experiences like Interdisciplinary Week Without Walls (ID WWW), which includes projects in social entrepreneurship and collaborative problem solving. Experiential learning activities, including residential trips and field trips, are designed to build independence, resilience, and leadership skills. The PTA also provides leadership opportunities for parents to contribute to the school community.	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Wellbeing and physical wellness are supported by swimming classes at the Konami Sports Club, with SIS staff and external coaches, as well as indoor gym facilities at the Samezu Campus. Outdoor recreation is facilitated by access to the Samezu Soccer Field and other nearby athletic facilities, supporting PE and after‑school sports. ASPs also include Yoga and other mindfulness and fitness activities to promote physical and mental health.	Lifestyle & wellbeing The Physical Education program aligns with the IB Primary Years Programme framework. It emphasizes holistic development, personal and social growth, and outdoor learning near Yoyogi Park. The program highlights outdoor appreciation, seasonal activities, and opportunities for a cross-country team and running club. The school's location near Yoyogi Park provides access to outdoor spaces and community resources that support wellbeing.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision English is the primary language of instruction across the Early Learning Center through Secondary. English as an Additional Language (EAL) classes are offered for students in Grades 1–10 to support non-native English speakers. Japanese language instruction is delivered through a Japanese as an Additional Language (JAL) program and a Kokugo program for proficient Japanese speakers; Kokugo follows a modified version of the national curriculum and is taught within the English-dominant program. Language learning is integral to SIS, with ongoing support for English and for students' native languages.	Language provision The school teaches in English, and Japanese is offered as an additional language (or at native level for native speakers). The English as an Additional Language (EAL) program supports English language development and follows WIDA standards; it is aligned with IB PYP philosophies. EAL and homeroom teachers maximize co-planning, co-teaching and co-assessing time to integrate content, language, and literacy instruction. All of our teachers are language teachers.
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Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards Not disclosed on site
Accreditations	Accreditations - IB Continuum School (PYP, MYP, DP): Shinagawa International School is authorized to implement the IB Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, and Diploma Programme, providing a single IB framework from early years through the end of secondary. This continuum supports consistent international standards across grade levels, including the Diploma Programme for Grades 11–12. - Council of International Schools (CIS) accreditation process underway: The school states that CIS accreditation is in progress, signaling an ongoing commitment to meeting international accreditation standards and continuous educational excellence.	Accreditations IB World School (fully authorized) with PYP; CIS accreditation (2025)
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Inquiry: Begin by reaching out with questions about Shinagawa International School (SIS) and its IB-aligned programmes. You can ask about facilities, the IB frameworks (PYP, MYP, DP), and the learning approach to determine fit for your child. The admissions team can provide guidance on requirements and next steps, and there is no obligation to proceed after an inquiry. 2. School Visit (highly recommended but not mandatory): Arrange a visit through the admissions page or the School Visit Reservation form to see classrooms, talk with staff, and observe the campus culture. A visit helps families understand daily routines, student life, and how SIS supports multilingual and international students. This step is not mandatory for applicants, but it is strongly encouraged for a comprehensive understanding of the environment. 3. Application Submission: Complete the application form and submit it along with the required application fee. Prepare any documents requested during the application process for a smooth review. This step is essential to move forward in the admissions process. 4. Interview – Assessment: After submitting the application, applicants undergo an interview and assessment. For students in Grade 1 and above, MAP Tests assess English, reading, and math levels as part of the evaluation. The admissions team will review the results after the interview and assessment. 5. Admission Decision and Acceptance: Admission decisions are communicated within a few weeks of the assessment. Accepted applicants receive an acceptance letter and enrollment instructions, including next steps for fee payments. 6. Enrolment: Parents complete the enrollment form and arrange the necessary school fee payments to finalize enrollment. Enrollment communications and invoices are issued to successful applicants when an acceptance is granted.	Admissions Step 1: Check eligibility. The birthday cut‑off date is 31 August, and child age must meet the requirements for the appropriate section for the 2025–2026 or 2026–2027 academic years. The Jinnan Campus serves Grades 2–8 and is located at 7-1, Udagawacho, Shibuya‑ku, Tokyo 150-0042. Step 2: Complete the online Application Form on the Apply page. You will provide basic information about your child and family and select your preferred payment method. Step 3: Pay the non‑refundable application fee of JPY 33,000. The application will not be considered complete until the payment is received. Step 4: Submit the required documents: school reports (most recent academic year), identification documents (passport/ID photographs), and the Confidential Recommendation Form completed by the current or previous school. If a school report is in a language other than English, an English translation is preferred. Step 5: The Admissions Office reviews the application and will communicate the status. Step 6: If reports and references are satisfactory and there is space in the relevant year group, the student may be invited for a screening to determine how best the School can support their learning; assessment sessions are scheduled at the School's discretion. Step 7: Admissions decisions consider factors such as space availability, English language ability, social maturity, and previous school records; applicants may be placed in a wait pool if a year group is at capacity. English is the language of instruction; EAL support is available after discussion with the Admissions Team. Conditional enrollment may be offered for English learners; the School notes it cannot enroll students whose learning needs exceed current resources. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis for the 2025–2026 year and continue to be reviewed as spaces become available. For reference, Grade placement is guided by the School's Grade Placement process and is part of the admitted decision workflow.
Scholarships	Scholarships Shinagawa International School does not advertise formal scholarships. There is a tuition sibling discount of 10% for the second and any additional siblings. A third-child discount of 30% is described as applicable to current students.	Scholarships —
Waitlist	Waitlist There is no published waitlist or pool system described in SIS admissions materials. Applications are accepted year-round with no fixed deadline. Admission decisions follow the interview/assessment process, and decisions are communicated within a few weeks; acceptance letters and enrollment instructions are sent to successful applicants.	Waitlist Wait pool: When a year group is at capacity, applicants are placed in the wait pool. Applications are accepted throughout the year and reviewed on a rolling basis, subject to space availability. The Admissions Office informs families about enrollment trends and when seats become available. The number of applicants in the wait pool is not disclosed.
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