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Japanese School of Dalian

China, Dalian

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Japanese
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 6 - 15 years
Type Co-educational
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum Japanese Curriculum
Taught languages English, Japanese
Strengths Performing Arts, Visual and Creative Arts, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Elementary, Middle School
Introduction

The Japanese School of Dalian, located along Binhai Road in the Economic and Technological Development Zone, follows the educational curriculum guidelines mandated by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan. Serving students from elementary through middle school, the institution provides instruction primarily in Japanese, alongside focused subject classes in Chinese and English. The campus features standard classrooms, specialized science labs, music rooms, and outdoor athletic grounds. A distinctive element of the school's program is its annual Exchange Learning Day with local Chinese schools, promoting cross-cultural communication and practical language application. Additionally, students participate in traditional Japanese school events, including the annual Undo-kai (Sports Day) and cultural exhibitions. The school also operates a dedicated school bus network to facilitate student commuting across major residential sectors of Dalian.

VJ8R+674, Binhai Middle Rd, Zhongshan, Dalian, Liaoning, China, 116013

The Essentials

Japanese School of Dalian has instruction in English, Japanese.

Location
The Japanese School of Dalian sits in Dalian's Development Zone (Dalian Economic and Technological Development Zone). The current campus is Wanli South 92, in the Wanli Community within the Development Zone. The move to this site was completed in 2015, relocating from the earlier campus on BinHai Middle Road in Zhongshan District. The campus is served by local buses, with nearby stops on Development Zone Bus Line 7 and proximity to ShuangD Port light-rail areas.

Stages
Grades 1–9, comprising elementary and middle school levels within a single school community.

Type
Private, co-educational; the school serves children of foreign nationals.

Additional learning support
Public sources do not list dedicated SEN facilities or programs at the school.

Country affiliation
Japan; the school is a Japanese international school (Nihonjin gakkō) recognized by Japan's Ministry of Education (MEXT).

Religious affiliation
No religious affiliation is stated.

School day structure
The school year begins in early April and runs in three terms; daily start/end times are not publicly published.
Fees
Annual tuition at Japanese School of Dalian ranges from CNY 29,800 to CNY 59,500 depending on year group. Expect an application fee of CNY 11,500 on enrolment.
Academics

Japanese School of Dalian teaches Japanese Curriculum for students aged 6 to 15.

Curriculum
The Japanese School of Dalian is a private, co‑educational Japanese international school in Zhongshan District, Dalian, offering elementary and junior high education (grades 1–9) under the Japanese education system. Instruction is conducted in Japanese and the curriculum follows the Japanese national Courses of Study (Gakushū Shidō Yōryō), with core subjects including Japanese language, social studies, mathematics, science, and a foreign language, plus moral education, physical education, music, and arts as standard components. The full program is organized into Elementary (grades 1–6) and Junior High (grades 7–9); the school does not offer a high school program. The school is located at 123 Binhai Middle Road, Zhongshan District, Dalian, in the Dalian BEST City area; its establishment was approved by China's Ministry of Education on May 23, 2000, indicating official recognition to enroll children of foreign nationals. The curriculum aligns with the standard Japan Course of Study for elementary and lower secondary, including integrated studies, moral education, and foreign language activities as applicable.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school offers a range of extracurricular activities that support social development, including autumn outings, hikes, study tours, an intramural marathon, seminars, and student exchange programs.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs provisions or whether it is a specialist SEN institution.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school follows a Japanese-language curriculum with Japanese as the primary language of instruction; no explicit EAL program is described in publicly accessible sources.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing programs or services are not publicly disclosed; public materials describe general student activities and sports rather than formal wellbeing provisions.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding policies for child protection are not publicly disclosed in accessible sources.
Parent Experience

History
The Japanese School of Dalian traces its origins to a tutoring program established by the Dalian Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry to serve children of Japanese residents in Dalian. It was designated as a Nihonjin Gakkō by Japan's Ministry of Education on April 1, 1994. The People's Republic of China's Ministry of Education approved the establishment of the school on May 23, 2000, enabling its formal operation as a Japanese school in China. Construction of the current campus was scheduled to finish in early 2013, with a move to the new campus planned for that year. In 2015 the school relocated to a campus in the Development Zone; in 2019 the attached kindergarten closed, and the school moved again the following year to its current site at 123 Binhai Middle Road in Zhongshan District, within the Dalian BEST City.

Community
The school serves a community connected to the Japanese business and expatriate network in Dalian, with enrollment of foreign-national children overseen by the Japanese Chamber of Commerce & Industry in Dalian and administered by the school council. The school calendar includes autumn outings, hikes, study tours, and an intramural marathon, along with seminars and student exchange programs, reflecting a focus on experiential and cultural learning. The school participates in local community events, including the year-end party hosted by the Japanese Chamber of Commerce & Industry in Dalian, where students perform taiko and engage with the broader community. The school sits within the Dalian BEST City area in Zhongshan District, underscoring its ties to Dalian's science and technology ecosystem.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The school is governed by a school council that includes parent representation and works closely with the Japanese Chamber of Commerce & Industry in Dalian; enrollment of foreign-national children is entrusted to the school by the chamber, and the school council administers the school. Parent involvement is organized through this structure, coordinating participation in school events and community programs. The Japanese Chamber of Commerce & Industry in Dalian coordinates admissions and community programs in collaboration with the school council. Community events include the chamber's year-end party, where Japanese School of Dalian students perform taiko, illustrating active collaboration among families, the school, and the local Japanese community. The school also offers seminars and student exchange programs that invite family participation and cross-cultural engagement. This structure strengthens ties between families and the local Japanese community in Dalian.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The Japanese School of Dalian operates from a seaside campus in Dalian and the site covers about 2,500 square meters. The complex hosts 231 students, including 50 kindergarten pupils, 142 schoolchildren, and 39 middle school students, across three terms each school year beginning in early April. The campus is located in the Dalian Economic and Technological Development Zone. The school offers activities such as autumn outings, hikes, study tours, an intramural marathon, and other sporting events, along with seminars and student exchange programs. Specific details about individual facilities such as libraries, laboratories, technology centers, music rooms, art studios, cafeterias, or outdoor spaces are not publicly disclosed on current pages.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Admissions Inquiry and Initial Contact. Begin by making an inquiry and scheduling a visit or meeting with the admissions team. The process starts with an online appointment option so families can coordinate a time to discuss eligibility, grade placement, and basic requirements. The admissions team will outline next steps and required materials during this initial contact. 2. Submit Application Materials. Complete the application and gather the documents the school requests. Typical documents include proof of the student's current enrollment and academic records, as well as any forms provided by the admissions team. Submit these materials by the specified deadline and keep copies for your records. 3. Admissions Interview and Assessment. After the application is reviewed, families are invited to participate in an admissions interview and an age-appropriate assessment. The school uses these assessments to determine placement and readiness for the Japanese curriculum. 4. Admissions Decision. The school communicates whether the applicant is accepted after reviewing the interview and assessment results. An official offer is issued if placement is approved. 5. Enrollment and Registration. Upon acceptance, families complete enrollment procedures, submit any required enrollment paperwork, and pay any applicable deposits or fees as instructed. This step formalizes the student's placement for the upcoming term. 6. School Start and Onboarding. The student begins classes on the start date for the new term. The admissions process concludes with the student's first day and any onboarding activities the school has planned. This sequence reflects the published admissions flow, including online appointment, application, exam/assessment, review, enrollment, and the start of the school year.

Scholarships
Scholarships: No scholarships are described in the publicly available admissions materials for the Japanese School of Dalian. The admissions brochure outlines the steps from inquiry to enrollment but does not list any scholarship programs or financial aid offerings.

Waitlist
Waitlist/Pool: No waitlist or pool system is described in publicly available admissions materials. The published admissions flow shows online appointment, submission and review of applications, an interview/assessment, an offer, enrollment, and the start of the school year, but there is no mention of a separate waitlist or pool.
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