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Fukuoka International School

Japan, Fukuoka

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees ¥1,902,000 - 2,296,300
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 400
Type Co-educational
Opened 1972
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Taught languages English, Japanese
Typical class size 7
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies, Leadership and Professional, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Fukuoka International School (FIS) is an IB World School in Fukuoka, Japan, serving students aged 3–18. It offers all three IB programmes: the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP). The school is located in Momochi in western Fukuoka City. Its main campus overlooks the Muromi River, and an additional campus (“The Annex”) is a short walk away and houses the Art Center and Design Lab. Facilities listed by the school include a gym, playground, science labs, multiple learning spaces and a 12,000-volume library. Beyond classes, FIS runs an after-school activities programme refreshed each trimester, with examples such as martial arts, handball, yoga and a language lab, plus seasonal athletics clubs for older students. The school also hosts community events, including a Spring Festival described as a large-scale multicultural celebration.

www.fis.ed.jp

3 Chome-18-50 Momochi, Sawara Ward, Fukuoka, 814-0006, Japan

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The Essentials

Fukuoka International School has 400 pupils, typical class sizes of 7, instruction in English.

Location
The Fukuoka International School campuses are located in the western part of Fukuoka City, in the Momochi area. The main campus overlooks the Muromi River, and the Annex is about a four‑minute walk away, housing the Art Center, Design Lab, and additional classrooms. The address is 3-18-50 Momochi, Sawara-ku, Fukuoka 814-0006, Japan, and both campuses are easily accessible by public transportation.

Stages
The school serves students aged 3 to 18, with an Elementary School (Early Years to Grade 5), a Middle School (Grades 6–8), and a High School (Grades 9–12).

Type
FIS is an IB World School that follows the IB framework. It is co‑educational and operates as a day school (no boarding facilities).

Pupil Nationality Mix
Nationalities represented among students exceed 30; the homepage notes 35+ nationalities represented, reflecting a diverse international community. The site also indicates 16 nationalities represented among staff. The exact local-to-international ratio is not published.

Additional learning support
English language support is provided through an ELL program as needed after enrollment, with bilingual staff offering translation support; a Language Development team supports learning. The school notes that some neurodiverse needs can be accommodated, but severe needs may be difficult to support given available services.

Country affiliation
Country affiliation: None listed; the school is located in Japan. (IB listing confirms the school is in Japan.)

Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation: None publicly listed. Historically, land and buildings were provided by the Japan Baptist Mission at founding, but there is no ongoing formal religious affiliation indicated.

School day structure
The school operates as a day school with an optional lunch program. Typical daily start times are not published by the school, but directories show Elementary starting around 8:30 and Secondary around 8:10, with finish times around 3:20. Lunch is provided by an external supplier (sign‑ups available) and is offered at an additional cost.

Bus service
Bus service: No in‑house school bus is advertised; families typically arrange transport via public transit or private means. The campus is described as accessible by public transportation.
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Fees

Annual tuition at Fukuoka International School ranges from JPY 1,902,000 to JPY 2,296,300 for 2026/27.

Application and one‑off entrance fees
- Application fee (includes assessment, observations and 4% handling fee): ¥52,000 (non‑refundable).
- Acceptance fee (new students): ¥350,000 (non‑refundable).
- Re‑acceptance fee (re‑enrolling students): ¥200,000 (non‑refundable).
- Development fee (new students only): ¥500,000 (non‑refundable).

Tuition fees by year group (annual amounts for the 2025/2026 school year)
- Early Years (3 & 4 years old): ¥1,702,000 per year.
- Kindergarten – Grade 5: ¥1,734,500 per year.
- Grades 6 – 8: ¥1,873,800 per year.
- Grades 9 – 10: ¥2,013,200 per year.
- Grades 11 – 12: ¥2,096,300 per year.

Per‑term / per‑installment detail by payment option
- One installment: the full annual tuition is due on 25 August. (Pay the annual amounts listed above in a single payment.)
- Two installments: the annual tuition is split into two equal installments: the first installment is due 25 August (covers August–December) and the second installment is due 25 December (covers January–June). Example two‑installment amounts (each installment = annual ÷ 2):
- Early Years: ¥851,000 per installment.
- Kindergarten – Grade 5: ¥867,250 per installment.
- Grades 6–8: ¥936,900 per installment.
- Grades 9–10: ¥1,006,600 per installment.
- Grades 11–12: ¥1,048,150 per installment.
- Nine installments: nine monthly installments are due on the 25th of each month from August through April. The August payment is higher because it covers tuition for both August and September; the school issues the exact breakdown amounts on the school fee bill. Exact nine‑installment amounts are not published in the general summary.

Annual mandatory fees (per student, per year)
- Facility fee: ¥200,000 (non‑refundable).
- Accident insurance fee: ¥4,800 (non‑refundable).
- Extension learning fee: ¥10,000 (Elementary) / ¥5,000 (Secondary) (non‑refundable).
- Yearbook fee: ¥6,000 (not charged to students who enroll after publishing).
- Library fee: ¥5,000 (non‑refundable).
- Graduation fee (Grade 12 only): ¥10,000 (non‑refundable).
- Week Without Walls (field trips/outdoor learning): approximately ¥50,000–¥120,000 (to be invoiced; not charged to students who enroll after the trip).

Other costs and optional fees
- Uniform: students in Grades 3–10 are required to purchase an FIS PHE uniform top. Additional optional uniform items (sports shorts, track pants, fleeces, hoodies, house t‑shirts, etc.) are available for purchase.
- Lunch service: an optional lunch service is available at additional cost; the school invoices families who opt in.
- Other optional charges (examples): after‑school activities, certain trips, and programme‑specific materials or excursions may incur additional charges invoiced separately.

Boarding
- Boarding is not provided; Fukuoka International School operates as a day school (no boarding fees apply).

Refunds, late enrollment and withdrawal terms
- All fees except tuition are charged in full for late enrollment or withdrawal after enrollment. Tuition is pro‑rated for late enrollment on a per‑day basis.
- For early withdrawal, tuition is charged until the last day of the month of the student's last school day.
- Withdrawals in April, May or June do not receive refunds of tuition. A Withdrawal Form must be submitted at least 15 days prior to the child's withdrawal date.
- Delayed payments may result in withholding of report cards, transcripts, letters of reference, graduation diplomas, yearbooks and other school records; two or more delayed payments may lead to suspension until payments are cleared. Re‑enrollment is not permitted while amounts for the corresponding school year remain unpaid.

Billing schedule and payment instructions
- The school issues a school‑fee bill at enrollment and at the beginning of each school year; families must keep the bill until all payments are complete. Payments are scheduled according to the chosen installment plan (one, two or nine payments) and due on the 25th of the specified month(s).
- Payment method: tuition payments must be made by bank transfer. All bank charges are the payer's responsibility. Cash, credit card and automatic bank account deduction payment options are not available. The bank transfer must be made under the child's name in the English alphabet as shown on the school‑fee bill.

Where additional fee breakdowns appear
- The school issues detailed fee breakdowns and the official school‑fee bill (showing exact installment amounts and invoiced optional items) at the time of enrollment or at the start of the school year.
Academics

Fukuoka International School teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP) for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
FIS is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the Diploma Programme (DP). The Elementary School delivers the PYP with a six-theme Program of Inquiry, integrating Inquiry, Mathematics and Language, and including specialist subjects such as Art, Music, PSPE and Drama, plus a Grade 5 PYP Exhibition. In the Elementary years, English is the language of instruction with weekly Japanese classes for Grades 1–5, and specialist subjects are delivered by specialists in Music, Art, PSPE and Drama. Middle School follows the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) with eight subject groups (Language & Literature, Language Acquisition, Mathematics, Sciences, Physical Health Education, Design, The Arts, and Individuals & Societies), plus Service as Action and a Grade 10 Personal Project. In High School, students may pursue an IB Diploma plus an FIS Diploma, or IB Courses with an FIS Diploma, or the FIS Diploma alone; the DP core comprises Extended Essay, Theory of Knowledge and CAS, and Groups 1–6 cover languages, sciences, mathematics and The Arts, while the FIS Diploma is WASC-accredited and graduates matriculate to universities worldwide.
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Admissions

Admissions
Step 1 — Review FAQs and admission requirements. Familiarize yourself with the Admissions Policy and the FAQs to confirm your child's eligibility for enrollment. Some grade levels may be full due to high demand, but spaces regularly become available because of turnover in the expatriate community, so submitting an application helps place your child on the waiting list. If questions remain, contact the Admissions Team through the inquiry channel or by phone at +81-92-841-7601.

Step 2 — Complete application forms & submit further documentation. Begin the Enrollment Application Form and gather all required documents listed in the application checklist. Items include Medical Behavioral Form, School History Form, passports for all nationalities, visa details for non-Japanese nationals, a passport-style photo, and school records from the previous two years with English translations if needed. For high school applicants, provide official transcripts, a writing sample (Grades 2–12), MAP results (within the last 6 months), a Recommendation Form, and any relevant medical/behavioral records. Prepare for MAP results as part of grade placement.

Step 3 — Pay application fees. The non-refundable Application Fee is ¥52,000 per application and covers assessment, observations, and a 4% handling fee. Payment is processed via credit card through Open Apply. Ensure the application is complete before paying, as incomplete submissions may not be considered. The fee is non-refundable.

Step 4 — Complete testing. MAP testing is used for grade placement for students in Grade 3 and above; younger students participate in an observational assessment. If English is not the home language, WiDA testing may be used. There is no pass/fail requirement for admission; testing helps determine appropriate placement and language support needs.

Step 5 — Interview with the Leadership Team. All prospective students and their families meet with the Leadership Team to assess fit with the school's IB program and community. After completing all application steps, the Admissions Team will reach out to communicate next steps and timelines.

Scholarships
International Mindedness Scholarship — Available to students in Grades 9–12 who demonstrate an international mindset and an outstanding academic record. The scholarship provides significant tuition support for three years or until graduation. Applications open in August each year, with admittance offered in April. Stage 1 requires by January 15th submission of the admissions form, two English-language school reports, two confidential recommendation forms, a one-page essay on what an international mindset means to the applicant, and a CV (submitted by email). Stage 2 consists of an interview with the IMS Committee, completion of FIS admissions assessments on the interview day, and proof of financial need. Results are announced in early March; scholarship recipients are admitted in April and placed in the grade corresponding to their most recent Japanese system completion for the remainder of the year, then move to the new grade in August. The IMS is designed to support ongoing enrollment, but the school retains the right to remove the scholarship for the next year if academic performance or behavior declines. Corporate, diplomatic, or governmental fee support disqualifies applicants. Expatriate students require an official dependent visa. The school does not provide boarding.

Waitlist
Waitlist/Pool — The school operates an Application List (Delayed Enrollment) for waitlisting when a grade level is full. Applications are welcome at any time and can continue until early April; spaces become available due to turnover, and spots are offered to students on the waiting lists in priority order. A complete application is required to be added to the waiting list. The priority order for admissions follows: Company transfers first; foreign students (neither parent nor student has a Japanese passport); dual national students (one parent has a Japanese passport); Japanese students returning from overseas or another international school in Japan (parents and student have Japanese passports); Japanese students (both parents and student have Japanese passports). Siblings receive priority within their group. English proficiency and testing considerations are addressed during the process, and English is the language of instruction.
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