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Laurus International School of Science - Jiyugaoka

Japan, Tokyo

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 0 - 12 years
Pupil numbers 1500
Type Co-educational
Opened 2001
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary)
Taught languages English
Strengths STEM, Languages, Sport
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School
Introduction

Laurus International School of Science Jiyugaoka is an international STEM preschool and kindergarten campus in Tokyo that serves children from 0 to 12. In 2023 the school relocated to a bright, newly built campus in Jiyugaoka, now located at 2-17-12 Midorigaoka CREAL Terrace, Jiyugaoka 3F, Meguro, 152-0034, and operates Monday to Saturday from 8:30 to 18:00. The campus offers Bespoke Curriculum and Cambridge Primary, with a focus on building a strong foundation through inquiry-based STEM learning. The preschool and kindergarten programs are taught in an all-English setting, with Saturday School supporting English fluency. The campus provides the Mother & Toddler Program, Afterschool and Seasonal Camp, expanding learning beyond the regular day. Distinctive features include science experiments, outdoor play and communication development in Kindergarten, and a family-friendly environment welcoming non-Laurus students to extracurriculars. This campus emphasizes hands-on inquiry, problem solving, and opportunities for creative expression within an international framework worldwide today.

2-17-12 Midorigaoka CREAL Terrace Jiyugaoka 3F, Meguro 152-0034, Japan

The Essentials

Laurus International School of Science - Jiyugaoka has 1,500 pupils, instruction in English.

Location
An international STEM preschool and kindergarten located in Jiyugaoka, Meguro, Tokyo. Address: 2-17-12 Midorigaoka CREAL Terrace Jiyugaoka 3F, Meguro 152-0034. It is a 5-minute walk from Jiyugaoka Station (Toyoko Line and Oimachi Line) and an 8-minute walk from Okusawa Station (Meguro Line). A School Bus service is available, subject to age and height restrictions.

Stages
Preschool & Kindergarten (ages 10 months to 6 years)

Type
International STEM Preschool & Kindergarten

School day structure
Hours: Mon–Sat, 8:30–18:00. Enrolment options: 5-hour option (9:00–14:00) and Full Day (8:30–18:00).

Bus service
A School Bus service is available, subject to age and height restrictions.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
Lunch is provided by the school's catering partner, or parents may provide a packed lunch.
Fees
Monthly tuition (by year group and schedule)

- Kindergarten (age 3–6) — two daily schedule options (5-hour 09:00–14:00 or Full-day 08:30–18:00). Tuition is charged monthly.
- 5 days/week — ¥121,000 per month (5-hour). Per term (4 months): ¥484,000. Per year (12 months): ¥1,452,000.
- 5 days/week — ¥168,000 per month (Full-day). Per term: ¥672,000. Per year: ¥2,016,000.
- 6 days/week — ¥129,000 per month (5-hour). Per term: ¥516,000. Per year: ¥1,548,000.
- 6 days/week — ¥181,000 per month (Full-day). Per term: ¥724,000. Per year: ¥2,172,000.

Preschool (age 1.5–3) — monthly tuition (1–6 days/week) and calculated per-term / per-year totals

- Tuition is charged monthly; parents select the number of days per week and either the 5-hour or Full-day option.
- 1 day/week — ¥37,000 per month (5-hour). Per term: ¥148,000. Per year: ¥444,000.
- 1 day/week — ¥53,000 per month (Full-day). Per term: ¥212,000. Per year: ¥636,000.
- 2 days/week — ¥61,000 per month (5-hour). Per term: ¥244,000. Per year: ¥732,000.
- 2 days/week — ¥89,000 per month (Full-day). Per term: ¥356,000. Per year: ¥1,068,000.
- 3 days/week — ¥79,000 per month (5-hour). Per term: ¥316,000. Per year: ¥948,000.
- 3 days/week — ¥116,000 per month (Full-day). Per term: ¥464,000. Per year: ¥1,392,000.
- 4 days/week — ¥100,000 per month (5-hour). Per term: ¥400,000. Per year: ¥1,200,000.
- 4 days/week — ¥147,000 per month (Full-day). Per term: ¥588,000. Per year: ¥1,764,000.
- 5 days/week — ¥121,000 per month (5-hour). Per term: ¥484,000. Per year: ¥1,452,000.
- 5 days/week — ¥168,000 per month (Full-day). Per term: ¥672,000. Per year: ¥2,016,000.
- 6 days/week — ¥129,000 per month (5-hour). Per term: ¥516,000. Per year: ¥1,548,000.
- 6 days/week — ¥181,000 per month (Full-day). Per term: ¥724,000. Per year: ¥2,172,000.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition is charged on a monthly basis. Entrance fee and educational service charges have separate payment timing (see below).
- Term structure used for per-term calculations is a 3-term year (Term 1, Term 2, Term 3), each term covering approximately four calendar months; term dates follow the school calendar. Per-term figures above are calculated as four months of monthly tuition.
- Entrance Fee: ¥110,000 payable upon enrolment. Educational Service Charge: ¥85,000 payable annually.
- Late or unpaid tuition policy: if tuition is delayed for more than three months, the school may require withdrawal; the student may resume only after required payments are made. Withdrawal requires notice (two months' notice for voluntary withdrawal) and fees are non-refundable as set out in the school's fee policy.

Boarding

- Boarding is not applicable to this campus; Jiyugaoka operates as a day preschool/kindergarten (hours listed as day-time operating hours).

Other costs and optional charges

- Additional, variable items that parents should expect to budget for include materials and printed texts, school uniform, school bus (optional), and lunch (optional). Details and specific prices for these items are provided at enrolment or as separate fees.
- Extended pick-up / late collection fees apply when children are picked up after scheduled closing; extended-fee amounts are automatically withdrawn from the registered bank account.

Refund information

- There are no refunds for tuition, the annual membership/educational service charge, the entrance fee, or other fees in the event of disaster, unforeseeable circumstances, parental circumstances, or circumstances outside the school's control. Voluntary withdrawal procedures require two months' notice and do not result in fee refunds.

Fee payment options and billing details

- Bank transfer is documented as an accepted payment route; the school provides a corporate bank account for fee transfers and instructs parents to include transfer fees and to include the school name prefix in the transfer name. Extended fees may be collected by automatic withdrawal from the registered bank account.

Administrative fees summary

- Entrance Fee (one-time, upon enrolment): ¥110,000.
- Educational Service Charge (annual): ¥85,000.

Notes on calculations in this overview

- Per-term totals shown above are calculated as four months of the stated monthly tuition in line with the school's three-term calendar; per-year totals are 12 months of the stated monthly tuition. The school charges tuition monthly and lists entrance and annual charges as separate items.
Academics

Laurus International School of Science - Jiyugaoka teaches Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary) for students aged 0 to 12.

Curriculum
Build a strong foundation through inquiry-based STEM learning.
Parent Experience

History
Jiyugaoka School is Laurus International School of Science's preschool and kindergarten campus in Tokyo. It serves children from 10 months to 6 years and uses the Laurus Curriculum, built on inquiry-based STEM learning. In 2023, the school relocated from Den-en-chofu to a bright, newly built campus in Jiyugaoka. The campus is located at 2-17-12 Midorigaoka CREAL Terrace Jiyugaoka 3F, Meguro 152-0034, and operates Mon - Sat from 8:30 to 18:00. Mother & Toddler Program, Afterschool and Seasonal Camp are available at this location.

Community
The school has a warm, community-oriented atmosphere with the entire staff supporting children's growth in a close-knit environment. Mother & Toddler Program serves ages 10 months to 18 months. Saturday School is open to the public and provides English-language instruction with Math, Science/STEM and PE in an all-English environment. Seasonal Camp offers Winter, Spring and Summer STEM camps with flexible enrollment, and Afterschool includes activities such as PE, dance, music and ESL/Science.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Laurus Curriculum builds a strong foundation through inquiry-based STEM learning. Preschool School Life develops social, emotional, physical and cognitive skills in an all-English setting. A Day at Preschool describes a safe learning space for the little ones to grow with confidence. Kindergarten School Life features science experiments, outdoor play and development of communication skills.

Arts & Creative
Afterschool classes include PE, dance and music. Afterschool also offers ESL and Science programs. Seasonal Camp provides winter, spring and summer STEM experiences. These programs create opportunities for creative expression beyond regular classroom learning.

Cultural & Language
Preschool and Kindergarten operate in an all-English setting. Saturday School supports English fluency, and Kindergarten classes are conducted in English for Math, Science/STEM and PE. Extracurriculars at Jiyugaoka welcome non-Laurus students.

Social & Hobbies
Mother & Toddler is available for children from 10 months to 18 months. Saturday School provides English-language enrichment and activities in an all-English environment. Seasonal Camp offers Winter, Spring and Summer STEM camps. Afterschool includes PE, dance, music and ESL/Science for ongoing engagement.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
An all-English setting supports social, emotional, physical and cognitive development. The program provides a safe learning space for children to grow with confidence. In 2023, the Jiyugaoka campus relocated to a bright, impeccably maintained new campus. Hours are 8:30–18:00, Monday through Saturday, with public holidays potentially affecting these hours.
Languages

Language Provision
Preschool and Kindergarten operate in an all-English setting. Afterschool includes ESL/Science. Saturday School helps enhance English fluency, with Kindergarteners engaged in Math, Science/STEM and PE in an all-English environment.
School Events
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