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Abroad International School Osaka

Japan, Osaka

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees ¥1,500,000 - 2,000,000
Ages 1 - 18 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 2006
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Taught languages English, Japanese, Korean
Typical class size 15
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, STEM
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

Abroad International School Osaka is a co-educational school in Ikuno-ku, Osaka, serving students from age 1 through Grade 12, with learning pathways that include Early Learning Center through High School. The school is an IB Continuum School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP). The school notes the DP will launch in August 2026. In the Early Learning Center, the school states the youngest learners follow the UK EYFS framework. Support services include an EAL (English as an Additional Language) programme and a school bus service with published routes/schedules. After-school options include Study Hall in the library and a range of clubs such as soccer, karate, art and crafts and Korean language.

2 Chome-14 Hayashiji, Ikuno Ward, Osaka, 544-0023, Japan

The Essentials

Abroad International School Osaka has typical class sizes of 15, instruction in English.

Location
Abroad International School Osaka is located at 2-14-3 Hayashidera, Ikuno-ku, Osaka 544-0023, Japan. The new campus is in Hayashidera, Ikuno-ku. It is about a 20-minute walk from Tennoji Station (Exit 6) and about a 10-minute walk from Teradacho Station, with access to JR Loop Line and the Osaka subway.

Stages
The school structure comprises the Early Learning Center (Infants through Kinder), Primary School (Grades 1–5), and Middle School (Grades 6–10). A High School is planned to start in the 2026-27 academic year.

Type
Abroad International School Osaka is a co-educational day school. It operates as an IB Continuum School offering the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP), with the Diploma Programme (DP) planned to launch in August 2026.

Pupil Nationality Mix
AIS Osaka has around 190 students in total. The school serves an international community; the exact number of nationalities represented, the most common nationality, and the local-to-international ratio are not publicly published.

Additional learning support
The school provides an English as an Additional Language (EAL) program to support non-native English speakers. EAL uses the WIDA framework to assess language proficiency and develop individualized learning plans for students.

Country affiliation
There is no published country affiliation for AIS Osaka; it positions itself as part of an international IB World School network.

Religious affiliation
AIS Osaka has no religious affiliation published by the school.

School day structure
Nursery/ELC hours are 9:00–15:15; Primary School runs 8:30–15:15; Middle School runs 8:20–15:15. After-School Clubs operate 15:20–16:00.

Bus service
A School Bus service is offered with routes and schedules available to families; routes and times may vary depending on demand.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
Boarding is not provided. The school operates as a day school with no on-site residential facilities. A school bus service is available to several routes, subject to changes based on demand. After-school care is offered from 3:30 to 18:00, with morning care from 8:00 to 8:30; late pickups incur an extra fee.

Uniform Requirement
The school requires a uniform for middle school. Uniforms are ordered online; sizes can be tried via samples and size charts in the office; delivery usually takes 2–4 weeks; if stock is available in the office, items may be handed out earlier.

Food Options
Lunch is provided through a catering service with healthy, balanced meals. Lunches are ordered monthly via a calendar; parents must place orders in advance. Students may also bring their own lunch if preferred.

Governance and Ownership
The school is part of the Abroad International School network, listing AIS Osaka among its campuses.
Fees

Annual tuition at Abroad International School Osaka ranges from JPY 1,500,000 to JPY 2,000,000 for 2026/27.

Overview
- All fees are denominated and payable in Japanese Yen (JPY). The school's published fee schedule for the 2026–27 academic year treats fees as fixed for the school year and subject to annual review.

One-time fees (all grades)
- Application Fee: JPY 30,000 (one time).
- Enrollment Fee: JPY 250,000 (one time).
- Building Fund: JPY 250,000 (one time).

Annual / maintenance fees
- Maintenance Fee (all applicable school levels): JPY 300,000 per year.

Tuition — Early Learning Centre (ELC)
- Nursery (full day) — options and term-by-term fees:
- 3 days per week: Term 1 JPY 400,000; Term 2 JPY 325,000; Term 3 JPY 325,000; Total JPY 1,050,000 per year.
- 4 days per week: Term 1 JPY 500,000; Term 2 JPY 375,000; Term 3 JPY 375,000; Total JPY 1,250,000 per year.
- 5 days per week: Term 1 JPY 600,000; Term 2 JPY 475,000; Term 3 JPY 475,000; Total JPY 1,550,000 per year.
- Nursery (half day) — options and term-by-term fees:
- 3 days per week: Term 1 JPY 350,000; Term 2 JPY 275,000; Term 3 JPY 275,000; Total JPY 900,000 per year.
- 4 days per week: Term 1 JPY 400,000; Term 2 JPY 325,000; Term 3 JPY 325,000; Total JPY 1,050,000 per year.
- 5 days per week: Term 1 JPY 500,000; Term 2 JPY 375,000; Term 3 JPY 375,000; Total JPY 1,250,000 per year.
- PreSchool through Kindergarten (full day): Term 1 JPY 600,000; Term 2 JPY 475,000; Term 3 JPY 475,000; Total JPY 1,550,000 per year.

Tuition — Primary School (Grades 1–5)
- Term 1: JPY 650,000; Term 2: JPY 575,000; Term 3: JPY 575,000; Total JPY 1,800,000 per year.

Tuition — Secondary / Middle & High School (Grades 6–12)
- Term 1: JPY 750,000; Term 2: JPY 600,000; Term 3: JPY 600,000; Total JPY 1,950,000 per year.
- Additional IB Diploma Programme fee for Grade 11 & Grade 12 (when applicable): JPY 200,000 per year.

Other recurring and optional costs (per published schedule)
- Early Arrival supervision (08:00–08:30): fee applicable (advance reservation required).
- After School Care (15:30–18:00): fee applicable (advance reservation required); late pickup policy applies and short increments counted in 30-minute blocks.
- Bus care (Morning or Afternoon on the bus): Term 1 JPY 75,000; Term 2 JPY 90,000; Term 3 JPY 50,000.
- Morning & Afternoon bus care (round-trip): Term 1 JPY 100,000; Term 2 JPY 125,000; Term 3 JPY 75,000.
- Shuttle Bus (per term): Term 1 JPY 40,000; Term 2 JPY 50,000; Term 3 JPY 30,000.
- Lunch fees (per meal, provider-dependent): Manpuku JPY 500; Children First small JPY 600 / big JPY 700.
- Daycare (extension) fees (per 30 minutes): Monthly-plan JPY 3,500; advance booking JPY 650; on-the-day JPY 1,200. Full-day daycare (9:30–15:30) listed as JPY 4,600 per day.
- EAL (English Additional Language) support: JPY 150,000 per term (if required).
- PTA Fee: JPY 5,000 per year.
- Uniform: prices vary depending on quantity ordered (uniform ordering is handled via the school's uniform order process).
- Field trips and specific school events: fees vary by activity and are charged in advance where applicable.
- Sibling discount: 10% discount for students with one sibling at the school; second sibling 20% discount (younger siblings receive the discount in order).

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Payment method: published schedule uses automatic bank transaction (bank transfer) processed on the 26th of each month. Tuition and shuttle/bus care are billed and payable by term; lunch and daycare are billed monthly. The listed prices include 10% consumption tax. Fees are reviewed annually and any changes for the next school year are announced by the end of June.

Boarding
- No boarding provision or boarding fees are listed in the school's published tuition and fees schedule; boarding is not applicable.

Refund and cancellation information
- The published 2026–27 tuition and fees schedule states that fees are fixed for the school year and are reviewed annually. No specific refund, cancellation, or withdrawal terms are published on the tuition schedule page itself. Parents should note that one-time and term fees are shown as payable amounts and that the published schedule does not include detailed refund rules on that page.

Accepted payment methods and practical notes
- The published payment mechanism is by bank transaction (automatic bank withdrawal) on the 26th. Lunch and daycare are collected monthly by bank transaction; tuition and bus care are payable by term. No credit-card payment option is listed in the published fee schedule. Prices shown include consumption tax.
Academics

Abroad International School Osaka teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), EYFS (Early years foundation stage) for students aged 1 to 18.

Curriculum
Abroad International School Osaka offers an IB continuum, with Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP) authorized, and a Diploma Programme (DP) Candidate School status established in 2025, with DP launching in August 2026. The Primary School (Grades 1–6) follows the UK National Curriculum (organized at two levels) and emphasizes inquiry-based learning, with English-language instruction and EAL support; Japanese language (Kokugo) is taught as a subject for able students. The Middle School (Grades 6–10) delivers the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), a holistic, inquiry-based framework designed to connect learning across disciplines and develop internationally minded learners. The High School (Grades 11–12) will offer the IB Diploma Programme from 2026; it is an IB DP Candidate School as of 2025, and the DP will include Core elements such as the Extended Essay, Creativity, Activity, and Service (CAS), and internal assessments. The Early Learning Centre (Ages 1–5) provides an English-language early years program in a nurturing environment, and AIS supports diverse learners with MAP testing and a Saturday School for additional English language development.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Abroad International School Osaka supports Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) through a safe and nurturing environment with a low student-to-teacher ratio that fosters authentic student–teacher relationships. The Middle School program emphasizes caring, respect, and compassion through students' actions, aiming to develop internationally minded learners. A character education program is in place to reinforce SEL across the school. The school's mission states a commitment to developing knowledgeable, caring young people who contribute positively to society and pursue personal success in life. These elements reflect a holistic approach to SEL aligned with the IB framework.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision, including types of needs supported or whether it operates as a specialist SEN institution.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The EAL (English as an Additional Language) program is designed to support non-native English-speaking students in developing reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. WIDA testing is used to determine linguistic proficiency levels and needs, with reports including scale scores and Can Do descriptors for students from Grades 1–12. On enrollment, language testing and in-class observations inform an individualized learning plan and schedule that is shared with homeroom teachers, students, and parents. Division coordinators, EAL teachers, and subject teachers collaborate to tailor EAL provision to each student's needs. The program is integrated across Grades 1–12, reflecting its scope within the school.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported by AIS Osaka's safe and nurturing environment and a wellbeing-focused policy framework. The Health & Safety Handbook emphasizes the right to study in a health- and safety-conscious environment. The Wellbeing and Behavior Policy aims to maintain a positive school climate, with emphasis on inclusivity and respectful behavior for all members of the school community. These documents collectively reinforce a structured approach to student wellbeing and social-emotional support.

Safeguarding
AIS Osaka publishes a Health & Safety Handbook, a Child Protection Policy, and a Wellbeing and Behavior Policy to maintain a safe and healthy learning environment. The Wellbeing and Behavior Policy explicitly grounds the school's safeguarding approach in creating a calm, purposeful, and inclusive climate. Together, these policies outline the school's safeguarding framework and commitments to protecting students from harm and promoting their wellbeing.
Parent Experience

History
Abroad International School Osaka is located at 2-14-3 Hayashidera, Ikuno-ku, Osaka. The exact founding year is not publicly listed, but Cambridge International Examinations approved AIS Osaka to offer the Cambridge Primary programme in 2016. It is an IB Continuum School, authorized for the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP), with the Diploma Programme (DP) scheduled to launch in August 2026; the school has been listed as an IB School since 2019. In 2023 the campus moved to a new site in Hayashidera with expanded facilities and a revised grade structure. The languages of instruction are English and Japanese.

Community
AIS Osaka maintains an active, globally minded community in Ikuno-ku. Community events occur several times a year, including visits by Fire and Police Departments to explain safety and citizen responsibilities, and World Culture events where instructors from multiple countries share their culture with students. Japanese culture days (Setsubun, Tanabata, etc.) and field trips such as farm visits and museum outings are also part of on-campus life. The annual calendar includes Grandparents' Day, Cooking Day, Sports Day, Halloween, Family Fun Night, and a Year End Performance, with Parents' Day offered as well.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Abroad PTA works closely with parents and teachers to improve the school environment and organizes a wide range of events for the school community. Notable activities include the PTA book fair held during the International Children's Festival in 2022 and ongoing family-focused events tied to cultural and academic activities. The PTA has supported fundraising efforts, such as Turkey and Syria earthquake relief fundraisers in March 2023. Staff events and appreciation activities are coordinated with PTA involvement, including meals for staff during special occasions. Regular classroom-facing opportunities for parent engagement include Parents' Day and Family/Community events, and PTA communications are accessible through the school's PTA pages and postings.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Abroad International School Osaka operates on a new campus designed to support the IB PYP, MYP, and DP programs. Nursery and the Early Learning Center occupy the 1st floor, Primary sits on the 2nd floor, and Middle School and High School are on the 3rd floor. The campus has 16 classrooms. Outdoor facilities include a gym, a swimming pool, a playground, and a new green turf area. Academic and creative facilities include a library, a science room, an art and craft room, a music room, a dedicated multimedia room, and a multipurpose room. A health room and a cafeteria with a waiting area support student well-being and daily meals, with an option for a monthly lunch program.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
AIS Osaka offers clubs and programs that support academic enrichment. Primary School After School Clubs include Science Club and Math Tutoring, and Kanji Club supports language learning. The Clubs program also includes a Recreational Maths Club and a Study Hall where students can complete homework with teacher support. The Saturday School program is organized bi-monthly and emphasizes academic, creative, social, and emotional wellbeing as part of IB-PYP concepts.

Arts & Creative
AIS Osaka provides a broad menu of arts and creative clubs beyond the classroom. The Primary After School Clubs include Fine Arts and Cooking, and Story Telling is offered at the primary level. Additional clubs cover Art and Crafts, Classic Movies, Scrapbooking, Crochet, Dance, K-Pop Dance, Hawaiian Hula, Unicycle, and Korean Language, giving students opportunities in visual arts, performing arts, and crafts. These options enable students to explore arts and media alongside regular classes.

Cultural & Language
AIS Osaka offers language and culture activities including Kanji Club (Japanese) and Korean Language Club. A Culture Club provides cross-cultural activities, and the school hosts World Culture Events and an International Culture Festival to broaden cultural understanding. World culture instructors from multiple countries participate in classrooms, enhancing international mindedness.

Social & Hobbies
AIS Osaka supports social and hobby clubs such as Karate Club and Soccer Club, as well as Basketball Club and Table Tennis. There are also Dance Club, K-Pop Dance Club, Gymnastics, Unicycle Club, and Hawaiian Hula Club, offering a wide range of physical and social activities. These clubs promote teamwork, social interaction, and recreational activity outside regular classes.

Community & Service
AIS Osaka participates in community and outreach activities. Community events are held a few times a year, including visits by Fire and Police Departments to explain safety and responsibility. World Culture Events bring language instructors from many countries into classrooms, and the International Culture Festival showcases diverse cultures. The school maintains an active PTA that collaborates with parents and teachers to enhance the school environment and organizes periodic events, and a Community Club provides additional family- and community-oriented programs.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Wellbeing is integrated through extracurriculars and IB-aligned programs. Saturday School is an immersive English program focusing on academic, creative, social, and emotional wellbeing. Sports and outdoor activities are central to life at AIS Osaka, with clubs in Soccer, Karate, Basketball, Table Tennis, Gymnastics, Dance, Unicycle, Hawaiian Hula, and K-Pop Dance, plus field trips and an annual Sports Day that promote fitness and teamwork. Community events and cultural festivals also contribute to a balanced, active school life.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the language of instruction at Abroad International School Osaka. An English as an Additional Language (EAL) program supports non-native English speakers with tailored instruction, using WIDA assessments to determine needs and to develop individualized learning plans. Japanese is taught as a subject, and is offered at the Kokugo level for able students. In the IB Diploma Programme, language of instruction includes both English and Japanese.
Reputation

Accreditations
The school is an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School offering the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP), i.e., an IB Continuum School. This status confirms the school's authorization to deliver IB curricula across all levels and maintains alignment with IB standards. The school also participates as a member of the IB in Japan Association.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Application form: The admissions process starts with filling out the application form. The form can be downloaded from the AIS Osaka homepage or completed via the online application form. You can request the form by phone or email. The completed application form can be submitted within one year of the expected date of entry.

2. Filling out and submitting the forms: After completing all mandatory fields, submit the form and bring hard copies of the documents together with your child's photo and any other required documents, or scan/send them by mail. Documents can be handed in up to one year in advance of the planned entry date.

3. Document screening, placement test and interview: Candidates undergo a document screening, placement test and interview as part of the admissions process. The school will contact you with the interview date.

4. Result notification and enrolment procedure: After the placement test and interview, Abroad International School will notify you of admission decisions. Successful applicants must complete the enrolment procedure by the designated deadline.

5. New life starts: Once enrolled, families begin their new life at Abroad International School and the school encourages broadening students' views.

Scholarships
Scholarships: There is no published scholarships program described on AIS Osaka's admissions or fees pages. The school lists standard one-time and annual fees and notes a variety of optional services and discounts (for example, a sibling discount), but no scholarship offerings are listed. If you are considering financial aid, the school's published materials do not detail scholarship opportunities.

Waitlist
Waitlist/Pool: No formal waitlist or pool policy is described on AIS Osaka's admissions pages. Enrollment timing is driven by places available: most children are admitted by August, but if vacancies exist, the school will admit students throughout the year. Admission decisions and interview requirements are communicated as part of the process, and no application is processed until all requested documents are submitted. This suggests there is no publicly stated waiting list policy.
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