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IB Curriculum International Schools in Tokyo, Japan

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About international schools in Tokyo, Japan

IB-curriculum international schools in Tokyo typically offer one or more IB programmes (Primary Years, Middle Years and Diploma), and many operate in English while providing structured Japanese lessons or bilingual tracks for families who want strong local-language learning. These schools range from single-programme campuses to full-continuum IB schools, and they often combine internationally recognised IB assessment with local administrative registration. Annual tuition at IB international schools in Tokyo commonly falls in the mid-hundreds of thousands to a few million yen, varying by year group, campus location and additional charges such as enrolment deposits, lunches and bus services. Admissions are a year-round mix of rolling places and fixed main intakes (commonly kindergarten/early years, Year 1, Year 6 and Year 9); relocating families are usually advised to begin enquiries 9 - 12 months before the desired start date to allow for testing, documents and waiting lists.

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At a glance 30 schools · avg fee JPY 2,367,244
Schools listed
30
Curricula
20
Average annual fee
JPY 2,367,244
Fee range
JPY 25,000 – 3,670,000
Most common curriculum
IB (PYP) (27 schools)
Average school size
598 pupils
Largest by enrolment
The British School in Tokyo - Azabudai Hills Campus
Oldest
Saint Maur International School (1872)

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FAQs for Japan

What is the difference between the IB Primary Years, Middle Years and Diploma Programmes?
The IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) is inquiry-based for early and primary-aged children, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) covers lower and middle secondary with interdisciplinary learning, and the Diploma Programme (DP) is a two-year pre-university course with external examinations for 16 - 19 year-olds. Schools may offer one programme or the full PYP - MYP - DP continuum; each programme has distinct assessment and learning goals, so check which stages a school is authorised to deliver.
How much should I budget for fees at an IB international school in Tokyo?
Tuition levels vary widely by school, campus and pupil age but many international schools in Tokyo publish annual tuitions in the low millions of yen; published guides commonly cite typical ranges around ¥2.0 - 3.8 million a year for many full-time international programmes, with some variation above or below that depending on kindergarten versus secondary levels. In addition to tuition, expect upfront application or enrolment deposits, annual maintenance or capital fees, and optional costs for meals, transport and extracurriculars.
When should we start the admissions process for a family relocating to Tokyo?
Start early: many families begin enquiries 9 - 12 months before the intended start date because popular intakes and assessment dates fill up, and schools typically require documents, testing and interviews. Tokyo schools use a mix of rolling admissions and fixed intake windows (with larger intakes at early years, Year 1, Year 6 and Year 9), so contact schools as soon as your relocation is confirmed and prepare passports, recent school reports and residency/visa documents.
What language support and instruction can we expect at IB international schools in Tokyo?
Most IB international schools in Tokyo teach primarily in English but provide structured Japanese as an additional language, and a number of schools run bilingual or dual-language programmes that integrate Japanese and English instruction. Schools commonly offer Japanese language classes, mother-tongue support where possible, and English language learning support for pupils who need it; check a school’s published language provision and evidence of outcomes before applying.
What should parents look for when visiting IB schools in Tokyo?
Ask to see a school’s IB authorisation status and recent inspection or accreditation reports, review sample timetables and language-support provision, and discuss class sizes, staff qualifications and pastoral care systems. Also clarify the full costs (tuition plus fees), the school’s approach to transitions between PYP/MYP/DP if relevant, and university/career guidance for older students so you understand both academic and logistical fit for your child.
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