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CBSE / Indian Curriculum International Schools in Japan

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About international schools in Japan

CBSE and other India-curriculum schools in Japan are specialist international schools that primarily serve the Indian expatriate community while also enrolling other international and local families; several Tokyo-area schools operate CBSE programmes alongside or with pathways to IB or Cambridge qualifications. Instruction is usually in English, with Hindi and other Indian language options often available and Japanese taught as an additional language in most schools. Published tuition for community-focused Indian curriculum schools in Tokyo is commonly lower than the highest-cost international schools, with school fee schedules showing figures in the roughly ¥600,000 a year range for early and primary years and around ¥1.2 - 1.5 million for senior secondary levels. These schools usually organise admissions around the Japanese academic year (April - March), so families moving to Japan should expect April intake rounds and should prepare school records, transfer certificates and any entrance assessments well before arrival. Practical considerations for relocating families include checking a school’s CBSE affiliation and assessment pathway, arranging appropriate visa documentation and confirming transport or local-area access, since most CBSE schools in Japan are concentrated in the Greater Tokyo / Kanto region.

Compare 4 CBSE / Indian Curriculum international schools in Japan. Filter by curriculum, fees (average JPY 1,054,258), location, and more to find the right international school now.

At a glance 4 schools · avg fee JPY 1,054,258
Schools listed
4
Curricula
5
Average annual fee
JPY 1,054,258
Fee range
JPY 46,000 – 2,240,136
Most common curriculum
Indian Curriculum (4 schools)
Average school size
822 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Global Indian International School Tokyo - Kita Kasai Campus
Oldest
India International School in Japan (2004)

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FAQs for Japan

How does the CBSE curriculum in Japan compare with other international curricula such as IB or Cambridge?
CBSE follows India’s national syllabus and places emphasis on core disciplines, board examinations (Grades 10 and 12) and a mix of formative and summative assessment, while IB and Cambridge focus on inquiry, international recognition and different assessment models. Some schools in Japan offer CBSE as the primary programme but provide pathways or parallel classes for IGCSE/IB to help students access a wider set of university destinations; parents should check how a school manages subject choice, external examinations and university counselling.
What language of instruction and language support can we expect at CBSE schools in Japan?
English is normally the medium of instruction at CBSE schools in Japan, with Hindi and other Indian languages offered in many schools as second-language options; CBSE itself lists many language options in its syllabus frameworks. Japanese language classes are commonly provided to help children integrate locally, and schools will often offer additional English or Japanese support for students joining from other systems.
What are typical annual fees for CBSE/Indian curriculum schools in Tokyo?
Published fee schedules for community Indian schools in the Tokyo area show lower headline tuition than the most expensive international schools: figures posted by schools and local school guides indicate roughly ¥600,000 a year for kindergarten and primary levels and around ¥1.2 - 1.5 million for senior secondary years, while mainstream international schools in Tokyo commonly quote higher ranges. Families should always request the full fee table (tuition, capital/building fees, exam fees and extras) for the specific year because billing and additional charges vary by school.
When should we apply if we are relocating to Japan?
Most CBSE and other international schools in Japan align with the Japanese academic year that typically starts in April, so families aiming for the new school year should begin enquiries and applications many months earlier to secure places and arrange records and visas. Some schools also accept mid-year transfers when space allows, but these places are limited and often require academic reports, entrance tests or interviews.
What practical checks should relocating families make when evaluating a CBSE school in Japan?
Confirm the school’s CBSE affiliation status and whether it administers CBSE board examinations at Grades 10 and 12, review recent fee schedules and refund policies, and ask about language support, transport arrangements and how the school handles mid-year transfers. It is also sensible to visit the campus if possible, meet teaching staff, and check whether the school provides recognised secondary pathways or university counselling aligned with your child’s future plans.
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