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International Schools in Nagoya, Japan

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About international schools in Nagoya, Japan

Nagoya’s international schools are a relatively small network of English-medium options that mainly serve expatriate and returnee families; several schools in the city deliver the International Baccalaureate or other internationally-recognised curricula while a handful combine international programmes with Japanese national pathways. Instruction is commonly in English with Japanese language classes or bilingual tracks offered alongside, and schools vary in whether they provide the full preschool - grade-12 continuum. Annual tuition and mandatory entry or facility fees vary by school and by age, but international school fees in Japan commonly run into the low millions of yen per year with variation between early years and senior secondary. Admissions normally follow the Japanese school year (April) but many Nagoya international schools accept applications year-round and operate waiting lists, so families typically begin enquiries several months before their planned move.

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At a glance 9 schools · avg fee JPY 1,923,450
Schools listed
9
Curricula
8
Average annual fee
JPY 1,923,450
Fee range
JPY 426,600 – 4,600,000
Most common curriculum
Japanese Curriculum (7 schools)
Average school size
729 pupils
Largest by enrolment
NUCB International Junior and Senior High School
Oldest
Nagoya International School (1964)
With boarding
1
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FAQs for Japan

What curricula will my child find at international schools in Nagoya?
Many of Nagoya’s English-medium international schools offer International Baccalaureate programmes (PYP, MYP, DP), and some schools combine IB with other international syllabuses or Japanese national courses so students can transition to Japanese senior schools if required. Check each school’s curriculum authorisations and the grades covered, because not every school provides the full IB continuum from early years through to the Diploma.
How much should we budget for fees and extras?
Tuition varies by school and by year group, but parents should expect school fees and compulsory entry or facility charges to be a substantial annual cost; published guides for Japan and local school fee pages indicate totals commonly in the low millions of yen per year, with additional costs for uniforms, transport, meals and extracurriculars. Many schools publish detailed fee schedules on their websites, so compare published tuition, one-off enrolment fees and ancillary costs when budgeting.
When should we apply if we are relocating to Nagoya?
The Japanese school year begins in April, and many families plan moves to coincide with that intake, but several international schools in Nagoya accept applications and admissions interviews throughout the year. Because class sizes are limited and waiting lists are common, start enquiries and submit applications several months before your intended arrival to allow time for assessments, paperwork and any language support planning.
What language support and languages of instruction can we expect?
Most international schools in Nagoya teach primarily in English and include structured Japanese language lessons; some schools also offer bilingual programmes or English language support for students joining with limited English. If maintaining or developing Japanese is important, ask schools about the level and profile of Japanese instruction and whether they offer mother-tongue or language-acquisition support.
Do international schools in Nagoya cover all age groups and stages?
Some Nagoya international schools run from early years through to secondary (allowing continuous study to an IB Diploma), while others focus on kindergarten and elementary or on junior/senior secondary only. Check each school’s stated age range and whether they offer continuity into senior grades if you want your child to remain in an English-medium programme through graduation.
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