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Canadian Curriculum International Schools in Japan

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About international schools in Japan

Canadian-curriculum international schools in Japan generally deliver a Canadian provincial K - 12 programme (many run programmes licensed or patterned after provinces such as British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario or Prince Edward Island) and often hold provincial accreditation or international accreditation so credits and teacher certification map back to Canada. Instruction is predominantly in English, with Japanese language taught as part of the timetable and some schools offering French or bilingual tracks alongside the Canadian curriculum. Fees sit within the broader international-school market in Japan and typically range from the low-millions of yen per year into the mid-millions depending on grade level, boarding options and one-off capital or enrollment charges. Admissions follow two common rhythms: many schools accept students on a Japanese April or an international August/September cycle and a large number also run rolling or mid-year intakes for available places, so families relocating at short notice should check seat availability and assessment requirements early.

Compare 6 Canadian Curriculum international schools in Japan. Filter by curriculum, fees (average JPY 1,722,627), location, and more to find the right international school now.

At a glance 6 schools · avg fee JPY 1,722,627
Schools listed
6
Curricula
7
Average annual fee
JPY 1,722,627
Fee range
JPY 682,000 – 3,100,000
Most common curriculum
Canadian Curriculum (6 schools)
Average school size
432 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Bunka Suginami Canadian International School
Oldest
Columbia International School (1988)
With boarding
1

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FAQs for Japan

How does a Canadian curriculum in Japan differ from an IB or British curriculum?
A Canadian curriculum follows the learning outcomes and credit structure of a specific Canadian province, emphasising provincial standards, credit accumulation and routes to a Canadian diploma; assessment and reporting will look like what students in that Canadian province experience. These schools may also offer internationally recognised assessments (for example Advanced Placement or IB courses alongside provincial programmes), but the core sequence and graduation requirements are set by the named province rather than by the IB or UK exam boards.
What do typical fees include and what extra costs should we expect?
Published tuition usually covers classroom tuition but often excludes one-time enrollment or capital fees, school lunch or bus services, uniforms, textbooks, elective trips and some extracurricular activities. Families should budget additionally for registration/application fees, occasional capital levies, school trips, music or exam fees and, if applicable, boarding and visa-related costs.
When should we apply if we are relocating to Japan?
Start enquiries as soon as you know your moving window because many Canadian-curriculum schools publish main intake timelines for April and August/September and will fill places before the year starts; several also operate rolling admissions for mid-year transfers if space exists. Contact admissions early to learn about assessment tests, required records and any entrance interviews so you can meet the school’s specific deadlines and supporting-document requests.
What language support is available if my child’s English is not strong?
Most Canadian-curriculum schools in Japan expect English to be the primary language of instruction but provide English language support or ESL programmes to help students access the curriculum and to accelerate language development. Schools vary in the intensity of support, so check whether they offer small-group withdrawal, in-class learning-support, or tailored language pathways and how progress is assessed.
What should we look for when comparing Canadian-curriculum schools in Japan?
Compare which Canadian province’s curriculum the school follows and whether it is formally accredited or partnered with that province, the language(s) of instruction and availability of second-language programmes, published fee structures and what they cover, and the school’s approach to assessments and university or diploma destinations. Also review class sizes, learning-support services, admissions testing requirements, and practical matters such as location, transport and pastoral care for relocating families.
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