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Global Indian International School Tokyo - Higashi Kasai Campus

Japan, Tokyo

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees ¥1,010,394 - 2,240,136
Ages 8 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1220
Type Co-educational
Opened 2006
Bus Service Yes
Part of
Global Indian International School, Tokyo
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (DP), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE
Taught languages Japanese
Typical class size 20
Strengths STEM, Academic Enrichment, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Leadership and Professional, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Global Indian International School – Higashi Kasai Campus in Tokyo offers international education pathways from upper primary through high school, featuring IB PYP, Cambridge (CLSP & IGCSE), and the IB Diploma Programme. Located in the residential Edogawa ward of eastern Tokyo, the campus combines internationally recognised curricula with a framework known as 9GEMS designed to develop varied competencies. Instruction is primarily in English, and students aged approximately 8 to 18 can pursue structured learning from primary through senior levels. The campus offers curriculum choices that support transitions to global higher education pathways and encourages participation in activities that support skills beyond academics, including technology and leadership-oriented programs. Bus services are available, and the school operates as a co-educational day school.

This campus is part of Global Indian International School, Tokyo

9 Chome-3-6 Higashikasai, Edogawa City, Tokyo 134-0084, Japan

The Essentials

Global Indian International School Tokyo - Higashi Kasai Campus has 1,220 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.

Location
The Higashi Kasai Campus is located at 9-3-6 Higashikasai, Edogawa-ku, Tokyo 134-0084, Japan. It sits in the Higashi Kasai area of Edogawa Ward, within easy reach of central Tokyo by public transport. The campus is well connected by public transport and school bus routes, with the Higashi Kasai area being a key access point near Kasai Station on the Tozai Line.

Stages
The campus serves students from Grade 4 through Grade 12 (secondary). It forms part of GIIS Tokyo's four-campus K-12 network, offering a range of curriculum pathways for upper primary to high school.

Type
The school is co-educational and operates as a day school. There are no boarding facilities at this campus.

Pupil Nationality Mix
GIIS Tokyo hosts students from more than 20 nationalities. About 45% of students are Japanese, with the remainder consisting of international families from countries including India, the United States, China, Australia, and others.

Additional learning support
English Language Proficiency Programme (ELPP) supports non-native English speakers to access mainstream classes. English as a Second Language (ESL/ELS) support is available, along with a three-language framework for continued language development.

Country affiliation
GIIS Tokyo is part of the Global Indian International School network and offers Indian CBSE alongside international curricula; the CBSE framework reflects India's national curriculum.

Religious affiliation
There is no formal religious affiliation stated for this campus.

School day structure
Start and end times vary by grade and campus. As a reference, the Nishikasai campus lists daily hours from about 8:30 to 17:30, with breaks and meals included; Higashi Kasai follows a similar daylight schedule with additional after-school options.

Bus service
A school bus service operates for GIIS Tokyo, with routes connecting Edogawa and nearby wards. Stops and routes include Higashi-Kasai Kyūchōme and other nearby areas; detailed PDF route documents are provided to families and coordinating staff.
Fees

Annual tuition at Global Indian International School Tokyo - Higashi Kasai Campus ranges from JPY 1,010,394 to JPY 2,240,136 for 2026/27.

Application & registration fees
- Registration (one-time, non‑refundable): JPY 50,000 per new enrolment.

Tuition and building fees (per term) — Higashi Kasai campus
- IB Primary Years (PYP) — Grades 3–5: Tuition JPY 486,882 per term; Building fee JPY 37,336 per term; Total recurring term charge JPY 524,218.
- Cambridge Lower Secondary Programme (CLSP) — Grades 6–8: Tuition JPY 494,748 per term; Building fee JPY 37,336 per term; Total recurring term charge JPY 532,084.
- Cambridge IGCSE — Grades 9–10: Tuition JPY 597,010 per term; Building fee JPY 37,336 per term; Total recurring term charge JPY 634,346.
- International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) — Grades 11–12: Tuition JPY 709,376 per term; Building fee JPY 37,336 per term; Total recurring term charge JPY 746,712.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Academic year and term frequency: each academic year at the Higashi Kasai campus is organised into four (4) terms; fees are charged per term (term durations are indicated on the school calendar). All term fees must be paid by the due date shown on the invoice.
- Late payment charge: a late payment penalty of JPY 100 per day applies for fees unpaid after the invoice due date.
- Preferred billing and payment flow: the first‑term / initial payment is accepted by credit card; subsequent term payments are routinely collected by GIRO (auto‑debit from a Japanese bank account). GIRO registration can be completed on the day of enrolment.

Boarding fees
- The Higashi Kasai campus does not provide boarding facilities.

Optional transport (bus) and related charges
- School transport is optional. Bus registration charges apply when first enrolling for regular routes or shuttle services; parents must submit the transport declaration form. A one‑month notice is required to cancel bus service; if insufficient notice is given, payment in lieu of notice is charged. Specific bus route fees and zonal charges are billed separately.

Other costs and items not included in term tuition
- Items and services commonly charged in addition to the term tuition include: uniforms, textbooks and stationery, some social events and residential trips, private instrumental lessons, certain examinations or board/exam fees, and IT devices where required (students in higher grades are expected to provide a laptop that meets school specifications). Books and uniform purchases have a one‑day exchange window; beyond that no exchange or refund is possible.

Sibling discounts
- Sibling tuition discounts are available: a 25% tuition discount for the second child and a 50% tuition discount for a third child; a 25% discount on bus fees is generally offered for the second and third siblings (shuttle services may be excluded from sibling discounts).

Refunds and withdrawal
- The registration fee is non‑refundable. Withdrawal is processed by submitting the online withdrawal form through the parent portal (myGIIS); additional terms regarding notice and any settlement of outstanding charges are applied as set out in the school's fee policies and the parent contract. The school notes that a student re‑joining within one year of withdrawal does not have to pay the application fee again.

Fee payment options and channels
- Accepted payment methods include: credit card (accepted for initial/first‑term payment), GIRO (preferred for subsequent term payments), the MyGIIS parent portal for online payments, and standard campus options (cash, cheque, debit/credit card) where applicable. Specific invoicing instructions and payment deadlines are stated on the term invoice.

(Amounts given are presented in Japanese yen (JPY) and reflect the figures published for the Higashi Kasai campus fee pages.)
Academics

Global Indian International School Tokyo - Higashi Kasai Campus teaches IB (PYP), IB (DP), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE for students aged 8 to 18.

Curriculum
The Higashi Kasai Campus Tokyo offers a staged international curriculum: International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IBPYP) for Grades 3–5, Cambridge Lower Secondary Programme (CLSP) for Grades 6–8, Cambridge IGCSE for Grades 9–10, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP) for senior high school. The IBPYP, CLSP, IGCSE, and IB DP pathways provide progression from primary through high school within the GIIS framework. Launched in September 2020 and located in Edogawa-ku, Tokyo, the campus occupies a spacious, green site. The Higashi Kasai Campus is described as a state-of-the-art international school in Japan, offering these internationally recognised curricula. The GIIS Tokyo network supports a holistic, globally oriented education through its 9GEMS framework.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
GIIS Tokyo Higashi Kasai Campus implements the 9GEMS holistic education framework to support students' social, emotional, and academic development, and uses the Happiness Index to monitor wellbeing while providing access to the school counselor through Healthline.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding a dedicated Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision or specialist SEN staff for GIIS Tokyo Higashi Kasai Campus.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The English Language Proficiency Programme (ELPP) is offered to support non-native English speakers at GIIS Tokyo.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported through Healthline, a confidential channel connecting students with the school counselor, and through the 9GEMS framework which promotes holistic well-being through activities.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding and safety are supported by campus security measures, including secured entry, biometric turnstiles, facial recognition, identification cards, and CCTV cameras across the campus.
Parent Experience

History
Global Indian International School Tokyo Higashi Kasai Campus opened in September 2017 as a dedicated high school campus for grades 4 to 12. It was inaugurated by Tsukasa Akimoto, Vice Minister for Land, Transport and Tourism, Government of Japan, and Sujan Chinoy, Ambassador of India to Japan. The 520-seat facility is located in Edogawa-ku and sits about three kilometres from GIIS Tokyo's original Nishi Kasai campus, which began in 2006 with fewer than 50 students. GIIS Tokyo later expanded to additional campuses, including Kita Kasai in 2023, reflecting ongoing growth of the Tokyo network.

Community
GIIS Tokyo operates across four campuses in Edogawa Ward (Nishi Kasai, Higashi Kasai, Seishincho, Kita Kasai), with Nishikasai as the flagship campus. The four-campus arrangement supports a diverse international community. Halloween celebrations across all campuses include Higashi Kasai, reflecting cross-campus engagement. GIIS Tokyo students participate in SPIC MACAY programs and cultural exchanges, including Higashi Kasai. Environmental initiatives such as the Arakawa river cleanup involve students and staff alongside local NGOs.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Parent involvement across GIIS Tokyo is evident through events that engage families from all campuses. For example, International Day of Yoga drew about 130 parents from all four GIIS Tokyo campuses to participate in IDY activities. Cross-campus Halloween celebrations also involved families from Higashi Kasai and other campuses. A river Arakawa cleanup organized with the Tokyo River Friends NGO saw student participants (35 students) and staff (5) joining volunteers, highlighting community service as a school value. The Kita Kasai campus opened in 2023 as part of GIIS Tokyo's expansion, expanding opportunities for family engagement across campuses. The Annual Sports Meet has included participation and attendance by parents and community members as part of GIIS Tokyo campus life.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
GIIS Tokyo Higashi Kasai Campus is a tech-enabled campus designed to support interactive, modern learning. Academic spaces include separate labs for Physics, Chemistry and Biology, a Maths Lab, an IT Lab, a Library, and the Britannica Learning Zone. Specialized rooms support IT, maths, science and language learning, complemented by a Multi-purpose Hall and an Audio-Visual Room. Creative spaces include a Music Room (Kindergarten), a Kindergarten Play Area, and a Yoga Room to support wellbeing and creative expression. The campus also houses outdoor play spaces, a dedicated Sports Ground for outdoor activity, and the Mahatma Gandhi Centre for Universal Values.

Sports Facilities
GIIS Tokyo Higashi Kasai Campus provides on-site outdoor play spaces with a dedicated sports ground for regular PE and outdoor activities. A Multi-purpose Hall supports indoor physical education and events. Age-appropriate activity rooms and a Yoga Room contribute to movement-based learning. Outdoor facilities and equipment are designed to support a variety of sport and fitness activities.

Academic Facilities
Academic facilities include a Library, IT Lab, Maths Lab, and separate laboratories for Physics, Chemistry and Biology. The Britannica Learning Zone provides a digital and inquiry-driven learning space. Digital classrooms and Wi-Fi-enabled spaces support technology-powered learning. Specialized rooms support language learning and other subjects, and an Audio-Visual Room enhances multimedia teaching.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Creative facilities include a Music Room for Kindergarten and a Kindergarten Play Area, plus dedicated spaces for arts and dance and other performance-related activities. Special rooms for various art forms and languages support creative expression and project-based learning. The Mahatma Gandhi Centre for Universal Values offers space and programming focused on values education. A Multi-purpose Hall supports performances, assemblies and other cultural events.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The Higashikasai campus follows the GIIS 9GEMS framework, which includes Academic Excellence as a focus area that blends innovative teaching with an experiential curriculum. The school provides course enrichment activities after each concept, such as quizzes, group projects, and short tests to reinforce understanding. Co-curricular offerings include Science Club and Innovation Club, which promote inquiry and problem solving beyond the standard curriculum. Additional clubs such as General Knowledge and Spelling and Speeches support critical thinking, research skills, and effective communication.

Arts & Creative
Arts and performing arts are central to the Higashikasai Co-Curricular program. Students can participate in Indian classical dance such as Bharatanatyam and Kathak, as well as Bollywood Dance, and study Tabla and Carnatic vocal music. Visual arts options include Origami, Cartoon Drawing, and Pen Calligraphy, with Craft Club providing hands-on projects. The offerings in performing arts and visual arts are integrated into the broader ECA/CCA framework at the campus.

Cultural & Language
Spanish Club provides language learning and cultural exposure for students. Pianica and Japanese song offerings support language learning alongside music and culture, while Spelling and Speeches develop language proficiency and public-speaking skills. These language- and culture-oriented activities complement the performing and visual arts options already available.

Social & Hobbies
A variety of social and hobby activities are available, including Board Games (Chess and Carrom) for strategic thinking and social interaction, and dance-oriented clubs such as Girls' Hip Hop. Visual and creative hobbies are supported through Cartoon Drawing and Origami, with Craft Club offering additional maker activities. These clubs encourage peer collaboration and informal skill-building outside the classroom.

Community & Service
Community involvement is part of the GIIS 9GEMS framework, with activities that include community events and charity drives to cultivate social responsibility and connection with the local community. The Community and Care emphasis is designed to foster service-minded habits and a sense of global citizenship among students.

Leadership & Professional
Leadership development is integrated into the GIIS approach, with entrepreneurship and leadership activities such as the Entrepreneurship Boot Camp. These opportunities build communication, collaboration and problem-solving skills beyond core academics. Mentoring and skills-building initiatives complement classroom learning to prepare students for future academic and professional pathways.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Wellbeing is supported through a broad sports program, including soccer, volleyball, badminton, tennis, and table tennis, with karate also offered as a physical activity. The campus highlights a Cricket Academy as part of Co-Curricular Activities. Mindfulness and meditation are emphasized within the 9GEMS framework as part of Personality Development to promote physical and mental health.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the main instructional language across the campus's pathways (IB PYP for Primary, Cambridge CLSP and IGCSE for Secondary, and IB DP for High School). ELPP supports non-native English speakers with programs such as AEPP and ESL, alongside in-school language support. A second language is available to students, with options including French, Chinese, Hindi, or Tamil. The Primary years cover Grades 2–5, Secondary covers Grades 6–10, and High School covers Grades 11–12.

Bilingual Teaching
English is the primary language of instruction across GIIS Tokyo Higashi Kasai Campus. The school provides English language support for non-native speakers through the English Language Proficiency Programme (ELPP), including after-school and in-school options such as AEPP, ELS, and ESL. A second language is offered to students, with choices including French, Chinese, Hindi, and Tamil. There is no explicit description of a fully bilingual teaching program on the Higashi Kasai Campus pages.
Reputation

Awards
RWCC 2023 — GIIS Tokyo earned prizes at the Real World Challenges Convention, including 3rd prize in the Middle School category and 2nd place in the Secondary category (plus other recognitions in wellness and business-plan competitions). GED 2024 and Mock COP 2024 — GIIS Tokyo received multiple awards for student projects at Global Excellence Day 2024 and the inaugural Mock COP event. Global Indian Star 2024 — GIIS Tokyo was acknowledged in the Global Indian Star 2024 competition for student talent. Deming Prize 2025 — GIIS Tokyo was awarded the Deming Prize for Total Quality Management, a prestigious international quality-awards honor.

Accreditations
MEXT accreditation — GIIS Tokyo is a MEXT-accredited institution, adhering to the standards set by the Japanese Ministry of Education and recognized as meeting those national norms. EFQM Certification — GIIS Tokyo was awarded the EFQM Certification in August 2024, recognizing the school as an outstanding organization under the European Foundation for Quality Management framework.
Admissions

Admissions
Step 1: Contact Us. To begin the admissions process, reach GIIS Tokyo via the admissions enquiry form, by phone, or by email. Admissions counselors respond by email or phone to arrange an in-person campus tour or a virtual tour, depending on what you prefer. The campus tour provides firsthand information on school offerings, student life, and benefits, while virtual meetings cover the admission process, the available curricula, and the subjects offered.

Step 2: Campus Visit (or Meeting). You can schedule a campus visit or a counselling meeting, either in person or online. The Admissions Team offers campus tours so you can learn about programs, facilities, student life, and the overall environment. Virtual counselling sessions help you understand the admission process, the different curriculums, and subject options before you decide how to proceed.

Step 3: Submit Application Form. After completing the application form, you must submit it along with the required documents. A one-time registration fee that is non-refundable confirms the seat and secures your spot. Students seeking scholarships will find different forms to fill out, and scholarship experts are available to guide you. Shortlisted candidates will be informed by phone and email about the next steps and may undergo a separate admission track.

Step 4: Payment Of Term 1 Fees. Once you meet the admission criteria and complete the required steps, the first term fees need to be paid before the school term begins. For admissions that occur mid-year, the fees are prorated to reflect the starting date.

Step 5: Documentation. Documentation is essential and includes Birth Certificate, Proof of Residential Address, Child's Recent Passport Size Photo, and Medical Certificate. Submitting the proper documentation is necessary; without it, applications may be rejected.

Scholarships
Scholarships are available at GIIS Tokyo and are administered under Global Schools Foundation. Sadako Ogata Scholarship Applications are currently open and target students across grades, offering support based on academic merit and financial need. Scholarship cycles run yearly and cover Grade 1 to 12, with categories spanning academia, sports, merit-cum-means, and scientific temperament; cycles last about one month. The 20th Anniversary Exclusive Scholarship for 50 Exceptional Students is one example, with eligibility including CBSE and IBDP pathways and options for grades 1–9; some awards run through March 2028. Scholarships may be offered as tuition fee waivers, and applications can be submitted via the scholarship portal. There are also scholarship experts to assist applicants, and brochures are available for download.

Waitlist
Waitlist/Pool: There is no published waitlist or pool system in the admissions materials. Admissions are open throughout the academic year and depend on seat availability. The admission review process is conducted in January each year, and shortlisted candidates are notified by phone and email about the next steps. This indicates decisions are primarily seat-driven, with a formal shortlist communicated to families as part of the process.
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