The British School in Tokyo - Azabudai Hills Campus vs Tokyo International School

	T The British School in Tokyo - Azabudai Hills Campus Tokyo, Japan	T Tokyo International School Tokyo, Japan
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year ¥2,920,000 - 3,030,000	Fees / year ¥3,000,000 - 3,300,000
Age range	Age range 3 - 11 years	Age range 5 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), British Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Pupils	Pupils 1,300	Pupils 470
Typical class size	Typical class size 22	Typical class size 19
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 2023	Opened 1994
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location The Azabudai Hills Campus is located at 1-3-3 Azabudai, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-0041, Japan, in the Azabudai Hills development near the Tokyo Tower. The campus opened on 28 August 2023 and houses Nursery to Year 6. It is within a short walk of Kamiyacho Station and Roppongi-Itchome Station via pedestrian routes.	Location The school is located at 2-13-6 Minami Azabu, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-0047, in central Tokyo's embassy district. It is near Shirokane Takanawa Station (Namboku Line/Mita Line, Exit 4) and Azabu Juban Station (Namboku/Oedo Lines, Exit 1). The surrounding area includes landmarks such as Tokyo Tower and Shiba Park, with good access by public transport and on-foot routes.
Stages	Stages Nursery to Year 6 at the Azabudai Hills Campus (Primary). Year 7 to Year 13 are taught at the Showa Campus (Showa Women's University, Taishido, Setagaya).	Stages Tokyo International School currently serves students from Kindergarten through Grade 11, with Grade 12 planned to open in 2026-27. The school is organized into Lower School (Kindergarten to Grade 5) and Middle/Upper School (Grade 6 to 11). The IB continuum (PYP, MYP, and DP) is now available, with Grade 12 scheduled to begin in SY 2026-2027.
School type	School type Co-educational international day school. (BST operates two central Tokyo campuses for different age ranges.)	School type The school is co-educational and operates as an international IB World School. There is no on-site boarding; older students may access housing options through partner providers.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix The school represents 65+ nationalities. About one-third of BST students are neither British nor Japanese, indicating a substantial international presence; exact ratios of Japanese to other nationalities are not published.	Pupil nationality mix The student body comprises students from over 70 nationalities. No single nationality accounts for more than 20% of the population, and the largest represented nationalities are the United States and Japan. The school hosts a predominantly international student community with a small local proportion.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support BST offers Learning Support services (academic, social and emotional), English as an Additional Language (EAL), counselling and medical support; ASDAN courses are also offered as an alternative pathway.	Additional learning support TIS provides learning support and English as an Additional Language (EAL) support, along with counseling services. A dedicated learning support teacher and an EAL teacher are part of the provision to assist students with diverse learning needs.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation The school follows the English National Curriculum and positions itself as a British international school.	Country affiliation The school has no formal country affiliation and operates as a non-profit IB World School.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation Non-denominational.	Religious affiliation Religious affiliation is not listed; the school presents itself as an international IB World School without a specified religious affiliation.
School day structure	School day structure The school day generally follows a morning and afternoon timetable with breaks and lunch; typical start times for BST primary hours on the Shibuya campus are around 08:50, with 15:25 as the end of the day, and Azabudai Hills is expected to follow a similar pattern. Exact times vary by year group.	School day structure On campus from 8:00, classes begin at 8:10 and end at 15:20. Optional after-school activities run from 15:30 to 17:30, and a Beyond the Bell aftercare option extends supervision to 18:30 with additional bus options.
Bus service details	Bus service details BST operates a shuttle bus service between three stops: Azabudai Hills campus, SKG Shibuya, and the BST Showa campus.	Bus service details The school offers a bus service; there are seven school buses and after-school buses in operation. Beyond the standard after-care, there are scheduled bus departures at 4:30, 5:30, and 6:30 pm for eligible students.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application and enrolment fees - Application fee: ¥40,000. - Enrolment fee: ¥500,000 (one-time, non-refundable). - Educational resources fee: ¥680,000 (one-time, non-refundable). Tuition fees (annual and per-term by year group) - Primary School (including Nursery & Reception): Annual tuition ¥2,820,000. Term amounts: Term 1 ¥980,000; Term 2 ¥940,000; Term 3 ¥900,000. - Secondary School (Year 7 to Year 9): Annual tuition ¥2,840,000. Term amounts: Term 1 ¥990,000; Term 2 ¥950,000; Term 3 ¥900,000. - Secondary School (Year 10 to Year 13): Annual tuition ¥2,930,000. Term amounts: Term 1 ¥1,030,000; Term 2 ¥980,000; Term 3 ¥920,000. - Capital development tuition fee (payable for the whole school): Annual ¥100,000. Term amounts: Term 1 ¥40,000; Term 2 ¥30,000; Term 3 ¥30,000. Billing schedule and payment terms - Invoices are normally issued 8–14 weeks before the end of the previous term. Existing student tuition invoices must be paid in full within 4 weeks of the invoice date. New-student one-time fees must be paid in full within 2 weeks of the invoice date. The school does not accept payment of fees in cash. All school fees must be paid by bank transfer from an account in the name of the registered parent/guardian or from an account previously notified in writing. - Bank transfer details are provided separately by campus: Azabudai Hills Campus (Primary) and Showa Campus (Secondary) have distinct MUFG Bank accounts; parents are required to indicate the student's surname on transfers. Mid-term enrolment and notice period - Mid-term enrolments are billed by academic term; attendance for any portion of a term requires payment for the full term or half-term depending on enrolment date. Parents wishing to withdraw a student must give at least one complete term's written notice or pay one complete term's fees in lieu of notice. Refunds and late payment - Fees are not refunded except where the required notice has been given and a term has been wholly unattended; no other fee refunds are provided. Late or unpaid fees may result in prohibition of student attendance and withholding of records; the school will seek to reallocate places where fees remain unpaid. Items included and not included in tuition - Included in tuition: the costs of books used by all students and curriculum residential and day trips and events which, in principle, all students are expected to attend. - Not included in tuition: lunches, non-curriculum residential and day trips, specialist SEN support, some examination fees, some sports events and tournaments, instrumental (private) music lessons, and some optional activities. These incur additional charges as applicable. Sibling discounts, bursaries and special arrangements - The school does not offer sibling discounts. Families who may have difficulty paying fees can apply for special postponement of fees or consider bursary options; decisions on postponement or bursaries are handled case by case. The school operates a Corporate Contribution Programme for organisations sponsoring employee dependants. Uniforms and other routine costs - School uniform is sold through the designated supplier(s). Orders and payments for uniform can be made online; supplier payment methods include bank transfer, PayPal and credit card. Separate PE uniform suppliers apply for Secondary School items; costs for uniform items vary by item and size. - Additional routine costs that may arise include lunches, optional activities, instrumental lessons, non-curriculum trips and some exam fees; these are payable in addition to tuition and one-time enrolment charges. Boarding / residential arrangements - The school operates curriculum residentials and uses partner residential satellite facilities for school trips and outdoor programmes; these are for short-term curriculum activities rather than daily boarding provision. There is no regular full-time boarding programme for students. Fee payment options (methods accepted) - Accepted method for payment of school fees: bank transfer only (from the parent/guardian's account or a notified account). Cash is not accepted for school fee payments. Separate suppliers (uniform vendor) accept bank transfer, PayPal and credit card for uniform purchases.	Fee details One-time application / enrolment fees (new students; non‑refundable) - JPY 30,000 — Application Fee. - JPY 300,000 — Registration Fee. - JPY 900,000 — Development Fee. - One‑time fees total for new students: JPY 1,230,000. Tuition and building fees (annual payment by year group) - Kindergarten – Grade 2: Building Fee JPY 150,000; Tuition JPY 2,850,000; Annual total JPY 3,000,000. - Grade 3 – Grade 5: Building Fee JPY 150,000; Tuition JPY 2,900,000; Annual total JPY 3,050,000. - Grade 6 – Grade 9: Building Fee JPY 150,000; Tuition JPY 3,050,000; Annual total JPY 3,200,000. - Grade 10 – Grade 11: Building Fee JPY 150,000; Tuition JPY 3,150,000; Annual total JPY 3,300,000. Tuition (term payment option) — amounts and per‑term billing by year group - General schedule for term payments: Term 1 payment due by Apr 30; Term 2 payment due by Oct 31; Term 3 payment due by Jan 31 (specific dates and annual term calendar shown below). - Kindergarten – Grade 2 (Building Fee JPY 150,000): - Term 1 payment (due by Apr 30): JPY 1,130,000. - Term 2 payment (due by Oct 31): JPY 860,000. - Term 3 payment (due by Jan 31): JPY 860,000. - Grade 3 – Grade 5 (Building Fee JPY 150,000): - Term 1 (due by Apr 30): JPY 1,160,000. - Term 2 (due by Oct 31): JPY 870,000. - Term 3 (due by Jan 31): JPY 870,000. - Grade 6 – Grade 9 (Building Fee JPY 150,000): - Term 1 (due by Apr 30): JPY 1,210,000. - Term 2 (due by Oct 31): JPY 920,000. - Term 3 (due by Jan 31): JPY 920,000. - Grade 10 – Grade 11 (Building Fee JPY 150,000): - Term 1 (due by Apr 30): JPY 1,250,000. - Term 2 (due by Oct 31): JPY 950,000. - Term 3 (due by Jan 31): JPY 950,000. Billing schedule and payment terms (dates and deadlines) - Academic term calendar for the 2025–26 year: Term 1: Aug 26 – Dec 19, 2025; Term 2: Jan 12 – Mar 26, 2026; Term 3: Apr 6 – Jun 19, 2026. - For returning students, annual school fees must be paid in full by Apr 30, 2025. - For newly enrolling students, school fees are due in full according to the dates stated in the acceptance letter. - Term installment payment and formal withdrawal notice deadlines are tied to the term payment dates and must be completed by Apr 30, 2025 (Term 1 payment), Oct 31, 2025 (Term 2 payment) and Jan 31, 2026 (Term 3 payment). Optional / additional fees and regular extras - Bus service (optional): One‑way route JPY 200,000; Round‑trip JPY 340,000. - Extended childcare (Beyond the Bell) — K to G5 unlimited plan (tax included): Term 1 JPY 172,000; Term 2 JPY 118,250; Term 3 JPY 118,250. On‑demand billing is JPY 1,800 per hour (rounded to nearest 15 minutes). The Beyond the Bell program is operated by an affiliated company (TIS‑AS). - Some school activities, uniforms, school lunches, IT devices for Grade 6 and above, certain social events, private instrumental lessons, and some residential trip costs (for example transportation) are not included in the listed school fees and are charged separately. Families of students in Grade 6–11 are required to provide a laptop that meets TIS IT specifications. Boarding / student housing - Tokyo International School does not operate an on‑campus boarding program. A student housing option (facilitated through an independent housing provider) is offered for eligible international students aged 16+; fees for that housing are set by the independent provider and are not listed in the school fee schedule. Refunds and non‑refundability - The one‑time new student fees (Application Fee, Registration Fee and Development Fee) are explicitly non‑refundable. - The School Fees page specifies deadlines for payment and withdrawal notice but does not provide a detailed tuition refund schedule on the public fee page. Where refund or withdrawal consequences are material (for example term‑by‑term tuition liability after a withdrawal), such terms are administered by the Business Office and are not fully itemized on the published fee summary. Fee payment options and contact for payment administration - The public School Fees summary does not list specific payment methods (for example, which cards or bank accounts will be accepted). Fee administration, payment instructions and corporate payment arrangements (Corporate Contribution Program / CCP) are handled by the Business Office; the Business Office contact is do@tokyois.com. Notes on what is not included in this overview - Exact costs for uniforms, lunches, specific extracurricular activities, required IT equipment models and the independent student housing fees are not listed in the public fee summary. The School Fees document and related guides referenced on the school information pages provide line items for many items but do not publish every ancillary price in the public summary. Summary of sources used: fee schedule, term dates, one‑time non‑refundable fees, term payment amounts, optional service fees and notes about excluded items are drawn from the school's 2025–26 School Fees information and the Student Housing description.
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Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements BST does not offer regular on-site boarding. The school runs overnight residential trips for students from Year 1 through Year 13 as part of BST Outdoors, designed for experiential learning and outdoor education. These residential trips are trips rather than permanent living arrangements, and they form part of the school's programme rather than a boarding facility. Examples of residential experiences include trips to Hakuba Valley, Minakami, Moriumius in Miyagi, and Waku Waku Village in Tokyo.	Boarding arrangements Tokyo International School provides a student housing option via an independent provider (TIS x Itochu Student Housing) for international students aged 16+ in Grades 10–12. The school does not operate the housing facilities directly and refers families to Itochu Student Housing, which offers semi-independent living with safety and wellbeing standards. The housing includes fully furnished rooms, a dedicated school bus to the campus, and daily breakfast and dinner, with weekends and national holidays self-catered. Dormitory rooms are limited and availability is not guaranteed.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement BST requires students to wear the school uniform. Uniform items can be ordered online via Top of the Class; deliveries can be made the next business day and sent to either the Shibuya or Showa campus, with Friday collection. The secondary PE uniform is supplied by a separate provider (bstuniform.net).	Uniform requirement Lower school students wear uniforms, available for purchase through the Top of the Class online shop. Upper school students do not wear uniforms but follow a smart casual dress code.
Food options	Food options Most BST students bring lunch from home. At the Azabudai Hills Campus, lunchtime meals can be delivered to the child via Luca Deli (Nursery–Year 6) or Kiwi Kitchen (Year 3–Year 6). At the Showa Campus, Years 7–10+ can order Kiwi Kitchen for delivery, and there is a canteen run by Showa Women's University for Year 10–13.	Food options Boarding meals are provided: daily breakfast and dinner. Weekends and national holidays are self-catered.
House system	House system BST uses a four-House system: Amaterasu, Bishamon, Izanami and Tsukiyomi. Inter-House competitions take place throughout the year in various sports and arts, including Sports Day and the House Singing competition.	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership BST is governed by a Board of Trustees. The trustees' role is strategic, setting aims and the budget, appointing the senior leadership team, approving policies, and monitoring performance. The Board is composed of a minimum of 16 members, including both parent and international representatives, and trustees meet regularly with open meetings for parents and staff at least once a year. Current trustees are named on the Trustees page.	Governance and ownership Tokyo International School is a non-profit school; all funding is reinvested into the school. There is no published information indicating it is part of a larger group of schools.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The Azabudai Hills Campus houses The British School in Tokyo's Primary School from Nursery (3 years) to Year 6 and opened on 28 August 2023. The Primary curriculum is broad and balanced with foundations in the English National Curriculum, adapted for an international setting; it includes English, Maths, Science, Computing, History, Geography, Art, Design Technology, Religious Education, Music, and Physical Education, with Japanese taught from Nursery and French from Year 4. Secondary education is provided on the Showa Campus, covering Key Stage 3 (Year 7–9) and Key Stage 4 (Year 10–11) with IGCSE examinations at the end of Year 11, and a core of English Language and Literature, Maths, Science, a Modern Foreign Language (French, Japanese, Mandarin or Spanish), Core PE and Learning for Life and Work, plus electives such as Art, Business, Computer Science, Drama, Economics, Geography, History, Music and Spanish. From August 2025, Years 12–13 can pursue the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) with the IB Core and subject groups including Language and Literature, Language Acquisition, Individuals and Societies, Sciences, Mathematics and The Arts, with a full enrichment programme. From August 2024 BST also offers a BTEC Level 3 in Enterprise and Sport to complement existing A-Level options. BST emphasises broader curriculum opportunities beyond exams through music, sport, art and drama, and supports independent, inquiry-based learning across the full 3–18 age range.	Curriculum details Tokyo International School offers the International Baccalaureate continuum, including the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for Kindergarten to Grade 5, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for Grades 6–10, and the Diploma Programme (DP) for ages 16–18; Grade 12 is planned to open in SY 2026–2027, and the school currently serves students up to Grade 11. The Primary Years Programme features two classes per grade from Kindergarten to Grade 5, with Mathematics, English literacy, Science, Social Studies and Personal & Social Education as core areas, plus specialist instruction in Art, Library, Music, Physical Education and Japanese, and integrated technology and allied supports (EAL, speech therapy, counseling). The Middle Years Programme for Grades 6–10 covers Mathematics, English, Science, Individuals & Societies, Art, Music, Drama, Physical & Health Education, Japanese and Design, and includes a Service as Action component and an Advisory program, with strong technology integration and a full range of student supports. The Diploma Programme is offered to students aged 16–18 as part of the IB continuum, with Grade 11 in operation and Grade 12 scheduled to open in 2026–2027. Across the IB framework, learning is described as student-centered and inquiry-based, with university counseling and a broad co-curricular program to support holistic development.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The British School in Tokyo supports Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) through its Student Wellbeing framework. Student wellbeing is treated as both ongoing individual support and a discrete subject within BST's approach. A multidisciplinary Student Support Services team delivers SEL-related support, including Learning Support Services (Social & Emotional), English as an Additional Language (EAL), Counselling and Medical services. The team collaborates to help each student thrive academically and in extracurricular activities. Pastoral support emphasises a safe, secure, and supportive learning environment to foster emotional resilience.	Social & emotional learning The Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) support at Tokyo International School (TIS) is anchored in the Student Support framework built on Trust, Inspire, and Support, aiming to empower students academically, socially, and emotionally. The school uses an inclusive learning framework with tailored support for all students. Academic support is provided by the Learning Support team through in-class support, small-group instruction, and one-on-one sessions, with accommodations such as extended time or assistive technology to promote equitable learning opportunities. The English as an Additional Language (EAL) program offers specialized instruction and support to help students gain confidence and proficiency in English, enabling full curriculum access, including in-class support, small-group instruction, and differentiated resources and activities. A counseling team works with students, families, and teachers to foster social-emotional health, helping students develop self-awareness, manage emotions, build healthy relationships, and make responsible decisions. The school aims to create an environment where every student feels a sense of belonging and is empowered to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) Learning Support Services (including Social & Emotional) are listed as part of BST's Student Support Services, with EAL, Counselling and Medical teams also included in this multidisciplinary approach. The information does not specify particular categories of Special Educational Needs (SEN) BST can support or indicate a dedicated specialist SEN department. This suggests a broad, school-wide approach to supporting diverse learner needs rather than a standalone SEN institution. Provision is delivered through the Learning Support Services and related teams rather than a separate SEN facility. The campus structure supports these services within BST's central Tokyo campuses.	Special educational needs (SEN) Tokyo International School uses an inclusive Learning Support framework with a dedicated Learning Support Team that provides tailored academic support for students with identified learning needs. This includes in-class support, small-group instruction, and one-on-one sessions, with accommodations such as extended time or assistive technology to promote equitable learning opportunities. Admission for students with identified learning needs depends on the makeup of the current cohort and available resources, and the school welcomes such students only when it can provide the necessary support. The school is not described as a specialist SEN institution; support for identified needs is delivered by the Learning Support Team working with regular teachers, rather than a separate specialist program. The Admissions FAQ notes that the school does not publish a detailed list of specific SEN categories it can support and that admission decisions are contingent on cohort makeup and resources.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language EAL support is provided as part of BST's multidisciplinary Student Support Services. This EAL component is integrated with Learning Support, Counselling and Medical services to help students access the curriculum. The pages describe EAL as a formal element of Student Support Services but do not detail specific programmes or staffing. EAL support is described as available across BST's central Tokyo campuses. This confirms EAL is embedded within the school's wellbeing and academic support framework.	English as an additional language The English as an Additional Language (EAL) program supports students from diverse linguistic backgrounds to gain confidence and proficiency in English, enabling full access to the curriculum. EAL provision includes in-class support, small-group instruction, and differentiated classroom resources and activities. New English language learners receive support in regular classes and additional English lessons while other students study Japanese. Admissions of new English language learners depend on the language makeup of the current cohort. As an international school serving expatriate families, the school frequently provides EAL support to help students integrate and succeed.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is addressed through BST's Pastoral Support and the inclusion of Social & Emotional aspects within the Student Support Services. Pastoral Support emphasises a safe, secure, and supportive learning environment to promote emotional resilience. The Student Support Services team includes counselling resources to support students' mental health and wellbeing as part of a holistic approach. The school's wellbeing content highlights a holistic framework that links emotional health with academic and social development.	Mental wellbeing A counseling team at Tokyo International School collaborates with students, families, and teachers to foster social-emotional health. Counselors support students in developing self-awareness, managing emotions, building healthy relationships, and making responsible decisions. The school emphasizes holistic wellbeing as part of its learning approach, aiming to help students navigate school and life with resilience. The overall wellbeing framework is designed to ensure students feel supported as they engage in academically meaningful learning. Through ongoing collaboration among students, families, and staff, mental wellbeing is integrated into daily school life.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding BST is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all students, with all adults in the school sharing responsibility for safeguarding. The school provides a caring, positive, safe and stimulating environment that promotes the welfare and wellbeing of students. BST operates a Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSL) team to manage safeguarding situations and coordinate responses, supported by a wider staff network. DSLs and staff receive regular training and access best practices internationally. The Safeguarding Policy informs Trustees, staff, students, families and external providers about safeguarding responsibilities, and its guidance aligns with the DfE Keeping Children Safe in Education framework.	Safeguarding Safeguarding at Tokyo International School is described as an unwavering commitment to student welfare. Safeguarding is a proactive, comprehensive approach that aims to prevent harm and protect students from abuse, neglect, exploitation, or any situation that could compromise safety. The safeguarding team includes a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and other safeguarding professionals who serve as primary contacts for concerns and oversee policy implementation. All staff undergo rigorous safeguarding training, and recruitment includes thorough criminal background and reference checks to maintain a safe community. The DSL and safeguarding team provide guidance, ensure clear communication pathways, and uphold the school's safeguarding policies and procedures.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The Azabudai Hills Campus opened on 28 August 2023 and serves Nursery to Year 6 on a purpose-built site in central Tokyo. The main building features bright, flexible classrooms and year-group shared spaces, including two libraries (Upper School Library and Junior Library), a language classroom, a Digital Technology Studio, and an Art and Design Studio. The campus provides a range of performance and creative facilities, including an Auditorium and multiple Music Rooms. For sport and physical education, the campus includes a 25-metre indoor swimming pool, a gymnasium, a sports hall, and two sports pitches. Outdoor spaces include a roof garden and Central Park within Azabudai Hills for outdoor learning and recreation.	Facilities overview Tokyo International School will relocate to TAKANAWA GATEWAY CITY in August 2026. The new campus is designed as a 21st-century learning environment with contemporary classrooms, dedicated science labs, and spaces for design and technology, art, and language work. Architectural highlights include a library as the central learning hub, Visual Arts studios with a kiln room, a music room, and a black box theatre for performances. On-site facilities also include a large gymnasium, an outdoor play area, and safe common spaces to support wellbeing and collaboration. The campus will be integrated with TAKANAWA GATEWAY CITY, emphasizing sustainability and strong transit connectivity.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The campus includes a gymnasium for indoor PE and fitness, a sports hall for indoor activities, two outdoor sports pitches for football and other field sports, and a 25-metre indoor swimming pool for lessons and clubs. These facilities support comprehensive physical education and a wide range of sports programs.	Sports facilities The campus features a large gymnasium and an outdoor play area to support a wide range of sports and physical education.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The campus houses an Upper School Library and a Junior Library for study and research, along with a Language Classroom to support language learning. A Digital Technology Studio supports computing and design, and an Art and Design Studio provides dedicated space for visual arts. The Discovery Centre for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) learning offers hands-on inquiry spaces.	Academic facilities Modern classrooms; Science labs for Biology, Chemistry, and Physics; a Design Studio; a Library; Visual Arts studios with kiln room; a Music room with acoustically designed spaces; and a Japanese Language Room.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Music spaces include multiple Music Rooms and a suite of music studios, while the Auditorium serves as a venue for performances and exhibitions. An Art and Design Studio supports creative projects, and outdoor spaces such as the Roof Garden and Central Park enable outdoor learning and recreation.	Extra curricular facilities Over 50 diverse activities are available for students to explore interests and develop skills.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History BST was established as a trust in 1988 to provide a British-style education in Tokyo and officially opened in September 1989 with 63 students, an occasion marked by the attendance of then-Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher. By 1993 enrolment had grown to over 200 students, prompting the expansion to a Shibuya campus that opened in May 1998 to accommodate more than 300 children aged three to eleven. In 2006, part of the school moved to the Showa Women's University campus, and the Shibuya site now housesNursery to Year 3. In August 2023, BST opened the Azabudai Hills Campus for Nursery to Year 6, and the formal opening ceremony on 4 November 2023 marked a new chapter as primary pupils from BST's Showa and Shibuya campuses joined on the Azabudai Hills site.	History Tokyo International School began in 1994 as Tokyo International School Pre School with five students, serving mobile expatriate families in Tokyo. It was the first international school in Tokyo to offer a one-to-one laptop program and later earned accreditation from the Council of International Schools in 2004. IB authorization followed with the Primary Years Programme in 2005 and the Middle Years Programme in 2007. In 2013 the school moved to a purpose-built Minami Azabu campus, and in 2017 it gained non-profit status as a Gakko-Hojin with Ikuko Tsuboya Newell serving as Chair of the School Board. The school began offering Grade 10 in 2024 to complete the IB MYP, started Grade 11 in 2025, and plans to move to a new campus in August 2026 at Takanawa Gateway City.
Community	Community BST's community is guided by a Senior Leadership Team and a Board of Trustees who oversee the school's development. The school sits in central Tokyo and serves a diverse international community, fostering strong connections among families and local partners. BST also maintains active community channels, including an Alumni network and regular News & Events coverage that highlights student activities and community engagement across campuses.	Community The school describes itself as a vibrant international community of around seventy nationalities, with every member valued and having a voice. The TIS community is organized in part through the TIS Family Community (TFC), the parents' association of which all parents are automatically members. TFC volunteers coordinate support for families entering Japan, organize social events for the community, run fundraising for extras and support TIS-affiliated charities such as Playground of Hope. Social life and community engagement are coordinated via the TFC Facebook Group, with events including cocktail evenings, sake tastings, shopping trips, running clubs and taiko drumming.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association The Parent Teacher Association (PTA) welcomes and represents all BST parents, fostering a sense of engagement and belonging in both the school and the wider community. Membership is diverse, with families from many backgrounds, cultures, languages and ethnicities. Every parent is invited to get involved in whichever capacity they choose, and PTA activities are entirely volunteer-based and led by an Executive Committee of parents. Throughout the academic year, the PTA collaborates with the school administration to organise monthly, termly and annual events, including monthly coffee mornings, charity drives and fundraisers (culminating in an annual gala to support initiatives such as the Annual Fund). The PTA also hosts seminars and webinars on health and lifestyle, disaster preparedness, current events, and other topics of interest to BST families.	Parent teacher association The Parent Teacher Association at Tokyo International School operates as the TIS Family Community (TFC), and all TIS parents are automatically members. Active members support families entering Japan, organize social events for the community, run fundraising for extras, and back TIS-affiliated charities and projects such as Playground of Hope. TFC-led projects include the Cherry Blossom Fair, a fundraising committee, and coordinating parent education workshops. Regular volunteering roles include class homeroom parents, library helpers, and field trip coordinators. Social activities organized by TFC include cocktail evenings, sake tastings, shopping trips, running clubs and taiko drumming, coordinated through the TFC Facebook Group. New parents are welcome and encouraged to get involved, with a core volunteer group aiming to create a warm, inclusive community.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual BST Azabudai Hills Campus offers a broad programme of clubs and activities that extend academic learning beyond the classroom. Primary students can participate in Maths Club, STEM and Space Explorers as part of Extracurricular Clubs, with secondary students having access to KS4 Maths Club, KS5 STEP Maths Club and related academic societies such as MUN and debates. Other academically oriented options include NHK Learning Japanese Club and Japanese Language Proficiency Tests study groups, which support language development alongside subject-based inquiry. The programme is designed to foster independent learning, problem solving and collaborative skills across age ranges.	Academic & intellectual Tokyo International School participates in KPASS Academic Competitions, providing high-paced challenges beyond the classroom. Key competitions include the Model UN Club (MUN), Math Field Day, and Brain Bowl. These events develop quick thinking, teamwork, and subject-specific skills, and TIS hosts the Middle School Brain Bowl for participants across the KPASS network. The KPASS framework connects students with peers from other international schools in the Tokyo area, enhancing global awareness.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Arts and creative opportunities are a strong feature of BST, with extensive Music Clubs across primary and secondary, including Advanced Aural Training, Advanced String Ensemble, BST Windstars and the Primary Production, among others. Drama, Art and a range of visual arts activities sit alongside photography, screen printing and crafts in the extracurricular offerings, allowing students to develop performance and creative skills beyond the timetable. The Primary School also runs productions and choral/instrumental ensembles, while Secondary offers an array of music ensembles such as Orchestra, Chamber Choir and Rock Band.	Arts & creative Co-curricular Fine Arts opportunities are provided through KPASS, including the Drama Festival, Choral Festival, and Artscape (a visual arts showcase). Students can also participate in clubs such as Video Making, Manga Drawing, Guitar, and Choir, which run as part of the co-curricular program. These activities broaden creative expression, performance, and cross-cultural collaboration within the KPASS network.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Cultural and language activities are available through Language Clubs such as French Enrichment, French for Learners of French, Japanese Enrichment and Japanese as a Foreign Language Club, plus Spanish for Learners of Spanish. Externally run clubs provide access to additional language and cultural experiences, including Chinese Language Club and Korean classes, among others. These offerings support international mindedness and cross-cultural communication within the BST community at the Azabudai Hills Campus.	Cultural & language The Experiential Education program offers international experiences that extend cultural learning beyond the classroom. The Overseas Learning Trip in Grade 10 is a capstone service-learning trip that engages students directly with local communities, such as destinations like Thailand. In addition, the school runs residential journeys across Japan (Grades 3-10) and an annual Ski Trip to the Japanese Alps (Grades 6-9) to broaden horizons and resilience. The school also hosts Model UN as part of KPASS, fostering diplomacy and cross-cultural communication, and the student body represents around seventy nationalities.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Social and hobby-oriented clubs cover board games, chess and Shogi, film review, photography, knitting and various creative crafts, Lego and Lego Technic, and a range of strategy and games clubs. Extracurriculars include E-sports, Debating, Minecraft and Space-themed activities, as well as performance and visual arts clubs, enabling students to pursue personal interests and build peer connections. Externally run clubs further expand social options, from clubs focused on dance and street performance to martial arts and calligraphy.	Social & hobbies A broad range of recreational activities supports social and hobby development, including STEAM Club, Multisports, Video Making, Manga Drawing, Guitar, Speech, Rock Climbing, Choir, Introduction to Programming, and Kids-4-Kids (a community service-based club for younger students). Activities rotate seasonally so offerings change throughout the year. Space permitting, students may join multiple activities each term.
Community & service	Community & service Community service and volunteering are built into BST's club offerings, notably through Creative Crafts and Volunteering, which combines creative activities with service projects. Sustainability initiatives are also part of the extracurricular mix, encouraging students to engage with environmental and social responsibility. These experiences help students develop a sense of civic engagement and contribution to the school and wider community.	Community & service Community service and service-learning are integral to TIS beyond the classroom. The Kids-4-Kids service club provides a platform for students to plan and run fundraising activities for charities. The Experiential Education program includes a Thailand service-learning trip as part of Grade 10, offering direct engagement with local communities. The admissions FAQ notes that the school offers learning opportunities with an emphasis on service learning and residential trips.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Student leadership is a core feature of BST life. Primary students participate in their own Student Council and House Captains, with Wellbeing Ambassadors and Art Ambassadors contributing to school life and events. The Secondary School has Prefects, House Leadership Teams, a Sports Council and Subject Ambassadors, providing formal channels for student voice, event leadership and cross-curricular project leadership. These structures enable ongoing development of leadership, teamwork and organisational skills across the two campuses.	Leadership & professional Leadership development is a core component of TIS through its KPASS membership. KPASS provides a powerful platform for students to grow as leaders and reflective team members. Participation in athletics and academic competitions further develops leadership, collaboration, and strategic thinking. These opportunities are grounded in the KPASS framework and in the school's program for co-curricular activities.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing BST Outdoors provides year-round outdoor learning and residential trips, including activities such as canyoning, rafting, hiking and skiing, to promote physical activity, resilience and teamwork. The Azabudai Hills Campus itself offers wellness-focused facilities and programs, including a Wellness Program at Azabudai Hills and on-site amenities like a swimming pool, music rooms, an art and design studio and an auditorium, supporting physical, artistic and social wellbeing. Wellbeing is embedded in school life through roles like Wellbeing Ambassadors and a dedicated Wellbeing focus such as Wellbeing Week, aligned with BST's Five Ways to Wellbeing.	Lifestyle & wellbeing The co-curricular program emphasizes health and movement beyond the classroom, with a strong focus on Physical Health Education and movement through the Lower School PSPE curriculum. Upper- and lower-school activities include Outdoor Education and Adventure such as hiking, snowshoe walking, and camping, promoting resilience and environmental awareness. Facilities include an indoor gymnasium, an outdoor track and a rock climbing wall to support physical activity. Clubs such as Chess and Video Making complement wellbeing through cognitive challenge and social engagement.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision BST provides instruction based on the English National Curriculum. From Nursery onward, BST children study Japanese as part of the school's Japanese language context. English as an Additional Language (EAL) specialists support non-native English speakers to access the curriculum. The Azabudai Hills Campus includes a Language Classroom to support language work and targeted language development.	Language provision English is the language of instruction. From Kindergarten through Grade 10, students study Japanese as part of the curriculum. English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is provided for students from diverse linguistic backgrounds, including in-class support and small-group instruction. Parent-led home-language programs (Dutch, Finnish, French, German, Swedish) use school facilities.
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Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs There is no formal language immersion program described. The school operates an English-medium IB program, with Japanese taught as part of the regular curriculum from Kindergarten through Grade 10. The school offers cultural immersion experiences through Tokyo As Our Classroom that connect students with local culture and environments. Dutch, Finnish, French, German and Swedish home-language programs use school facilities but are run by parent communities rather than as official immersion programs.
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Admissions	Admissions 1. Admissions Process The British School in Tokyo operates two central Tokyo campuses: Azabudai Hills Campus for Nursery to Year 6 and Showa Campus for Year 7 to Year 13. Applications for the 2026–2027 academic year are open, with a defined timeline that begins in November and runs through summer. The school bases eligibility on age-appropriate UK year groups and a standard admissions policy; parents should confirm the child's year group and ensure eligibility before starting. 2. Complete Enquiry Form To begin, submit the Enquiry Form and create an account. An admissions representative will contact you within 1–2 business days after the form is received. Do not submit a new enquiry if you already have an account. 3. Application Forms Access to the Application Form is provided after the Enquiry Form has been received and reviewed. There is a non-refundable application fee of 40,000 JPY that must be paid on the Application Form. 4. Confirmation of Application After you have submitted all items on the application checklist and a reference is received from the child's current school or teacher, the applicant will be placed in the application pool. The school will schedule any required interview or assessment only if space is foreseen for the applicant. 5. Interview/Assessment If required, the interview or assessment appointment begins in late February and continues into late June. Scheduling depends on the reviewed documents, references, and available space in the relevant year group. 6. English Language Proficiency All subjects are taught in English, so English language proficiency is an entry requirement. If English is not the applicant's first language, the school will assess spoken and written English skills. At least one parent must be able to communicate effectively in English. 7. Admissions Decisions Admissions decisions begin in early March and continue into the summer; for year groups that are full, clarity about openings may not emerge until May or later. 8. Enrollment and Fees If space is offered and accepted, families proceed to enrolment by paying the Enrolment Fee (500,000 JPY) and the Educational Resources Fee (680,000 JPY), which are non-refundable and due within two weeks of the invoice date. The Capital Development Fee is payable for the whole school year (100,000 JPY full year; 40,000 JPY Term 1; 30,000 JPY Term 2; 30,000 JPY Term 3). Tuition is charged as shown in the annual fee schedule (primary: 2,820,000 JPY per year; secondary Year 7–9: 2,840,000 JPY; Year 10–13: 2,930,000 JPY), with term breakdowns of 980,000/990,000/1,030,000 JPY for Term 1, Term 2, and Term 3 respectively. Payments are by bank transfer and not cash, with invoices typically issued 8–14 weeks before the end of the previous term. Existing students' fees are due in full within four weeks after the invoice date. Sibling discounts are not offered, though bursaries may be considered. The Corporate Contribution Programme (CCP) provides a mechanism for organisations to sponsor education expenses for employees' children. 10. Campus and Tour Details BST's Azabudai Hills Campus serves Nursery to Year 6, while the Showa Campus serves Year 7 to Year 13; visits and tours can be arranged to experience a day in BST. English language proficiency, visa expectations (BST does not sponsor student visas; dependents must hold a visa), and space availability all influence the admissions timeline. 11. Documentation For all applicants, references from the current or previous school are required and should accompany the application. 12. Next Steps After an offer, families will receive enrollment instructions and payment details for the enrolment, capital, and resources fees. 13. Final Notes The school publishes annual tuition and enrolment figures in Japanese Yen, and fees are reviewed each year. Invoices, payment methods, and terms are subject to change with notification.	Admissions 1. Submit Online Application. Begin by submitting an online application through the school's admissions portal. The application is accompanied by a non-refundable processing fee, which is valid for one academic year. The school places students into grades based on age, with an August 31 birthday cut-off guiding grade placement. Tokyo International School offers IB programs (PYP, MYP, DP) and considers multiple factors in admissions during the review stage. 2. Submit Supporting Documents. After starting the online application, follow the documents checklist provided in the system and upload the required materials. The checklist guides what needs to be submitted; requirements may vary by age/grade and specific circumstances. Completing all items in the system is essential before the admissions team proceeds. 3. Admissions Team Review. Fully completed applications are reviewed by the Leadership Team and relevant teachers. The review considers factors such as cultural and language diversity, learning diversity, and the resources available to support the student. The process also weighs space availability and class size when determining suitability. 4. Admissions Decision. The school states that English language proficiency is a factor for admissions, but not a requirement, and that admissions are pursued only when there is sufficient support to ensure success. A seat must be identified before assessments are conducted, which may be deemed necessary at the discretion of the admissions team. There is a non-refundable processing fee for each application, and the fee remains valid for one academic year.
Scholarships	Scholarships 3. Scholarships BST offers bursaries for eligible families who are unable to afford the full fees. The bursary program is limited in scope, up to 7% of the total student roll, and bursaries are not guaranteed from year to year. Eligibility requires meeting normal admissions requirements plus demonstrable financial need, detailed financial information, and a commitment to the British education offered by BST. Bursaries can cover up to 100% of enrolment fees and up to 50% of tuition, but are not available for Nursery and Reception. Bursaries are awarded for one academic year but may be renewed, subject to reassessment of family means and satisfactory student progress; the number of bursaries and criteria may change over time. Applications are reviewed by a bursary committee, and the decision is final. The 2025–26 application window has closed; the schedule for 2026–27 will be published in February 2026. For those sponsored by an employer, the Corporate Contribution Programme (CCP) funds corporate scholarships via donations by organisations.	Scholarships Scholarships. The school describes the Corporate Contribution Program (CCP) as a mechanism for corporate funding of scholarships for the dependent children of employees. The CCP is part of Tokyo International School's fundraising framework and is designed to be tax-efficient for participating companies, with scholarships funded by corporate contributions. Details about eligibility, funding, and administration are provided through the CCP, including contact instructions for inquiries (do@tokyois.com).
Waitlist	Waitlist 2. Waitlist/Pool The British School in Tokyo uses an application pool rather than a traditional waitlist. After you submit the Enquiry Form, complete documents, and obtain a reference from your child's current school, the applicant is placed in the application pool. Interviews or assessments occur only when space is anticipated for the applicant. Admissions decisions begin in early March and continue into the summer; in year groups that are full, openings may not be clear until May or later. This pool-based process means that placement depends on space availability and the timing of reviews and interviews. BST has two campuses: Azabudai Hills Campus (Nursery–Year 6) and Showa Campus (Year 7–13), and spaces are allocated according to year group and campus availability.	Waitlist Waitlist/Pool. A formal waitlist or pool system is not described in the admissions materials. Admissions decisions hinge on space availability and current class sizes, with a maximum of 22 students per class in both lower (Kindergarten–G5) and upper (G6–G11) grades. Assessments are only performed when a seat has been identified, and space constraints drive the timing of any admissions decision.
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