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Shinagawa International School - Aoyoko Campus

Japan, Tokyo

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Japanese
Fees ¥2,450,000 - 2,775,000
Ages 3 - 5 years
Pupil numbers 450
Type Co-educational
Opened 2007
Bus Service Yes
Part of
Shinagawa International School Tokyo
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP)
Taught languages Japanese
Typical class size 20
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, STEM
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten
Introduction

Shinagawa International School’s Aoyoko Campus is its Early Learning Center for children aged 3 to 5 in Minamishinagawa, Shinagawa (Tokyo). Children begin with the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) Early Years curriculum, which was introduced at this facility in 2025 and is delivered through a play-based approach that encourages curiosity, inquiry and exploration. The campus includes a safe outdoor playground for physical development, creativity and social interaction. SIS teaches in English (with Japanese taught as a subject) and the school also offers a school bus service with features such as GPS tracking and bus attendants. Families can also access SIS after-school activities (school-wide) that include options like art, music, drama, coding and sports.

This campus is part of Shinagawa International School Tokyo

5 Chome-12-4 Minamishinagawa, Shinagawa City, Tokyo 140-0004, Japan

The Essentials

Shinagawa International School - Aoyoko Campus has 450 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English, Japanese.

Location
The Aoyoko Campus is located at 5-12-4 Minamishinagawa, Shinagawa, Tokyo 140-0004. It is close to several transit options, including about a 5-minute walk from Aomono-Yokocho Station, 7 minutes from Oimachi Station, and 15 minutes from Shinagawa Seaside Station. The campus sits in Shinagawa Ward in a well-connected residential area with easy public transport access.

Stages
SIS operates across three campuses: the Aoyoko Campus (Early Learning Center for preschool), the Seaside Campus (Grades 1–3), and the Samezu Campus (Grades 4–12).

Type
The school is co-educational and runs as a day school. It is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP). Boarding facilities are not offered.

Pupil Nationality Mix
The student body represents more than 40 nationalities. The most represented nationalities are Japanese and Korean, each around 20% of students. The overall local-to-international ratio is not published, but the distribution indicates a predominantly international student body with a smaller local Japanese component.

Additional learning support
Shinagawa International School offers Learning Support for students who require additional assistance. A Learning Support fee of 500,000 JPY per year applies if required, with no fee for ELC students except for Kindergarten.

Country affiliation
No formal country affiliation; the school operates as an international IB World School in Japan.

Religious affiliation
No religious affiliation.

School day structure
Preschool to Kindergarten hours are 8:30 am–2:30 pm. Grades 1–12 follow 8:30 am–3:00 pm.

Bus service
A school bus service is available. It primarily serves preschool and primary grades, with limited availability for secondary. Buses are equipped with seat belts and GPS tracking, and bus attendants supervise riders. Route details are provided to families as part of the admissions process.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
All students are required to wear the SIS uniform. The uniform policy is mandatory across all grades, and uniform items must be purchased through official suppliers.

Food Options
An optional lunch service is available, with meals served on site. The lunch program offers a variety of meals for students.

Governance and Ownership
Shinagawa International School operates as a non-profit organization governed by the SIS School Board. The Board oversees policy, financial management, and the school's strategic direction.
Fees

Annual tuition at Shinagawa International School - Aoyoko Campus ranges from JPY 2,450,000 to JPY 2,775,000 for 2026/27.

Application fee

- One-time, non-refundable application fee: JPY 40,000.

Enrollment fee

- One-time, non-refundable enrollment fee: JPY 1,000,000 per student, payable within one week of confirmation of the student's admission.

Maintenance fee

- Annual, non-refundable maintenance fee: JPY 250,000 per student.

Tuition — structure and instalments

- Tuition is charged per academic year and is payable in three instalments (three term payments).

Tuition — published annual totals by year group (2025–2026)

- Preschool / Kindergarten (Kindergarten 1–3): JPY 2,450,000 per year.
- Grade 1 to Grade 5 (Primary): JPY 2,575,000 per year.
- Grade 6 to Grade 10 (Lower / Middle Secondary): JPY 2,675,000 per year.
- Grade 11 to Grade 12 (Upper Secondary / Diploma): JPY 2,775,000 per year.

Tuition — typical per-term instalments (published schedule for tuition instalments)

- Preschool / Kindergarten (tuition instalments shown as an example): Term 1 JPY 875,000; Term 2 JPY 675,000; Term 3 JPY 675,000 (these instalment figures correspond to the school's published term breakdown used in the fee schedule).
- Grades 1–5 (example instalments): Term 1 JPY 850,000; Term 2 JPY 750,000; Term 3 JPY 750,000.
- Secondary (example instalments shown in published fee schedule): Term instalments vary by year band (see the published term instalment breakdown for the specific grade). The school's published fee schedule provides the term-by-term instalment values aligned to the annual totals above.

Supply, learning support and other mandatory fees

- Supply fee: covers small field trips, Japanese textbooks, class novels and some stationery items (amount depends on grade and items provided).
- Learning Support Fee (if required): JPY 500,000 per year, payable in three instalments (not required for ELC except Kindergarten).
- PTA annual fee: JPY 6,000 per year.

Additional charges not included in the published fees

- The following are explicitly excluded from published tuition and must be paid separately when applicable: lunches, uniforms, non-curriculum residential and day trips, SEN support beyond the basic level, some exam fees, some sports events and tournaments, some extracurricular activities/after-school programs, and swimming. Examples of typical field trip costs are published as examples (e.g., JPY 100–1,500 depending on venue).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Fees for the academic year are fixed for August 2025–June 2026 and are reviewed annually. Changes to fees for the next school year are announced in advance.
- Tuition is payable in three instalments (three term payments). Typical published due-date pattern for term instalments follows an Autumn / Winter / Spring schedule (example published due dates used by the school: Term 1 due in June, Term 2 due in November, Term 3 due in February). Instalment dates can vary for late or mid‑year enrolments; the school issues the invoice with specific due dates.
- The enrollment fee must be paid within one week of admission confirmation. Late enrolment during the school year will require payment for the full term in which the student attends any portion.
- Late payment penalty: a late payment fee of 2% of the total payment will be charged; accounts more than one month in arrears may lead to suspension of the student's enrolment until payment is made.

Withdrawal and refund rules

- Withdrawal notice: the school requires at least one complete term's prior written notice of withdrawal, or the family must pay one complete term's fees in lieu of notice.
- Refund policy: all school fees are non‑refundable. One‑time payments and first‑term tuition are non‑refundable. In cases where a student is unable to enter Japan due to unavoidable circumstances such as government visa restrictions, tuition payments may be carried forward only once, subject to the school's policy.

Sibling discounts

- The school publishes a third‑child discount of 30% (applicable to current students); published information also indicates a second‑child discount is offered in some published schedules for siblings (see the school's fee schedule for exact application rules and eligibility).

Boarding

- Boarding is not applicable: Shinagawa International School operates multiple day‑campuses (including Aoyoko, Seaside and Samezu) and does not publish boarding fees or boarding services.

Uniforms and incidental costs

- Uniform is compulsory for all grades. Uniform costs are charged separately and vary depending on the number and type of items ordered. Lunches and many extracurricular or optional trip costs are charged in addition to tuition.

Fee payment options and currency

- All fees must be remitted in Japanese Yen. The school's published guidance and parent handbook instruct that fees be paid into the school's bank account (bank transfer) as the standard payment method for tuition and recurring charges; the admissions/billing process issues invoices with the bank account/payment instructions.

Summary of key one‑time amounts (2025–2026 fee policy)

- Application fee (one‑time): JPY 40,000.
- Enrollment fee (one‑time): JPY 1,000,000.
- Maintenance fee (annual): JPY 250,000.
- Learning Support Fee (if required): JPY 500,000 per year.

(Fees, instalment amounts and due dates above are drawn from the school's published 2025–2026 fee materials and public fee summaries; parents should use the invoice issued by the school for precise instalment amounts and the exact due dates for their child's enrolment.)
Academics

Shinagawa International School - Aoyoko Campus teaches IB (PYP) for students aged 3 to 5.

Curriculum
The Aoyoko Campus houses the Early Learning Center for ages 3–5 and delivers the IB Primary Years Programme Early Years curriculum. Introduced at this campus in 2025, the program uses a play-based, inquiry-driven approach with units of inquiry and the Perceptual Motor Programme (PMP) to develop motor, language, and social skills. The curriculum emphasizes the Approaches to Learning—Thinking, Communication, Social, Self-Management, and Research—and builds foundational language and mathematics through engaged activities. English is the language of instruction, with Japanese taught as a subject to support bilingual development. The school operates as an IB continuum, with Seaside Campus hosting Grades 1–3 (PYP) and Samezu Campus hosting Grades 4–12 (MYP/DP), ensuring alignment of pedagogy and assessment across the full program.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
SEL is supported through the IB-aligned learning environment, with the Seaside Campus noting that the curriculum supports students' language, social, emotional, and academic development in a nurturing environment.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school provides learning support for students with special needs, including EAL, upper primary math, and behavior management; formally assessed students may receive an Individual Educational Plan (IEP) or a Student Success Plan, with ongoing parent involvement.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Language learning is integral, with support for English and native languages, delivered via an EAL program that uses small-group instruction and curriculum modifications, with English proficiency assessed using WIDA standards and support planned by the EAL coordinator and homeroom teacher.

Mental Wellbeing
Counseling is offered as a student-support service; Exiting Support Services include Counseling, with transitions guided by MAP/WIDA assessments.

Safeguarding
SIS is committed to safeguarding and child protection; staff recruitment requires a clear understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and the school describes safeguarding as part of its mission and culture.
Parent Experience

History
Shinagawa International School began in 2007 in Shibuya and moved to Shinagawa Seaside in June 2018 to access larger facilities and broader programs. It operates three campuses: Aoyoko Campus (preschool–kindergarten), Seaside Campus (grades 1–3), and Samezu Campus (grades 4–12), with the Aoyoko Campus opening in 2025 to provide an IB PYP Early Years program. SIS is an IB World School and is pursuing accreditation with the Council of International Schools (CIS). The school emphasizes a multicultural community with small class sizes and a high teacher-to-student ratio, supporting personalized instruction.

Community
Shinagawa International School's community is multicultural, with students and families representing more than 40 nationalities. Parents are actively involved in school life, contributing to a collaborative environment. The school maintains an active calendar of events and after-school programs, including residential trips and a range of extracurricular activities that support learning beyond the classroom.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Parent Teacher Association (PTA) is a parent-led volunteer group focused on two main goals: to support projects that enhance the educational experience and to create an inclusive community. All families are PTA members; parents participate by volunteering at events, serving on committees or acting as class representatives. The PTA is governed by a constitution and managed by a seven-member leadership committee (president, vice president, secretary, treasurer, health and well-being coordinator, head of school, and a staff representative), with additional event coordinators and class representatives supporting activities across divisions. The PTA Handbook outlines procedures and structure. Prospective families can contact pta@sistokyo.jp to learn more and get involved.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Shinagawa International School operates three campuses: Aoyoko (Early Learning Center), Seaside (Grades 1–3), and Samezu (Grades 4–12). The Aoyoko Campus offers the IB PYP Early Years curriculum in a play-based setting and includes an outdoor playground. The Seaside Campus features spacious classrooms, dedicated music and art spaces, a gym, a well-stocked library, and a rooftop playground. The Samezu Campus provides spaces for music, visual arts, and design, a modern science lab, and a comprehensive library and media center, with access to an outdoor soccer field and an indoor gym for weather-related activity. Across campuses, libraries serve as learning hubs with resources tailored to age groups, including a Seaside library with over 15,000 volumes and laptops for online checkouts.

Sports Facilities
Seaside Campus has a gym; Samezu Campus has a gym; outdoor sports are supported by the nearby Samezu Soccer Field for sports lessons and recess, and there is an indoor gym for physical activity during extreme weather.

Academic Facilities
The Aoyoko Campus houses the Early Learning Center using the IB PYP Early Years curriculum. The Seaside and Samezu campuses offer libraries and media centers; the Seaside library has over 15,000 volumes and students use laptops for online checkouts. Samezu includes a modern science laboratory for practical science work.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Swimming classes are offered at the Konami Sports Club Swimming Pool for PYP students. The school runs more than 70 after-school programs weekly, including music, drama, sports, arts and crafts, and homework club. Programs are categorized into Academic, STEAM, and Athletics, with activities such as robotics, coding, theatre, dance, and sports.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Shinagawa International School offers a broad range of after-school programs (ASPs) that extend academic and intellectual development beyond the classroom. Examples include the Chinese Language Club, Model United Nations, Japanese language activities, Mindfulness Club, Home Economics, and a student-edited Newsletter. The school provides over 70 ASPs each week, with some activities delivered by external instructors and others that may involve material fees. ASPs run on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays to complement the core curriculum.

Arts & Creative
Arts and creative activities are available through ASPs and dedicated clubs. Current options include Arts and Crafts, Loom Bands and More, Book Illustration, Voice Training and Recording, Ballet, Origami, Drum/Percussion Ensemble, Hip-Hop Dance, Guitar, Sculpture, Drama Club, Robotics, Vision Math, Coding, Lego Construction Club, Directed Drawing, and Music Appreciation. These activities provide opportunities for collaboration and creative expression beyond classroom time. Some programs may involve external instructors and material fees.

Cultural & Language
Language learning is integral to SIS, with programs such as the Chinese Language Club and Japanese language activities. Model United Nations provides opportunities for international diplomacy and debate, and the student Newsletter supports cross-cultural communication. The school emphasizes a multicultural community and offers opportunities to engage in international-style events.

Social & Hobbies
ASPs include a wide range of sports and recreational activities, such as Football Club, Table Tennis, Yoga, Gymnastics, Taekwondo, Basketball, Volleyball, and Badminton. These programs run on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, enabling students to socialize with peers across grade levels. The breadth of options supports personal interests and peer interaction beyond regular classes.

Community & Service
Service activities are part of SIS's offerings and provide opportunities for community engagement and social responsibility. Residential trips for Grade 5 students extend learning beyond the classroom and foster teamwork and resilience, while educational field trips for secondary students include museum visits, outdoor hiking, and workshops. The Parent Teacher Association (PTA) is a parent-led organization that coordinates events and offers volunteer leadership opportunities for families.

Leadership & Professional
Student leadership opportunities include Model United Nations and other ASPs that emphasize communication and teamwork. Interdisciplinary Week Without Walls (ID WWW) offers a week-long immersive program that develops leadership, collaboration, and real-world problem solving. The PTA provides governance and volunteer leadership opportunities for families, contributing to school leadership beyond the classroom.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Wellbeing is supported through physical activity, including swimming classes for all PYP students (Preschool–Grade 5) at the Konami Sports Club pool, with weekly 45-minute sessions and additional external costs. ASPs include Yoga, Football, Table Tennis, Gymnastics, Taekwondo, Basketball, Volleyball, and Badminton, among other physical activities. Mindfulness Club and other wellness-focused offerings contribute to mental and emotional well-being as part of the program.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the language of instruction for the majority of subjects. Japanese is taught as a separate language program through JAL and Kokugo; the Kokugo Programme follows a modified version of the Japanese national curriculum adapted to English-medium instruction. EAL support is available for students in Grades 1–10 to assist non-native English speakers. In the Middle Years Programme, language learning includes English and Japanese and is tailored to students' proficiency levels.

Bilingual Teaching
English is the language of instruction for the vast majority of subjects. Japanese is taught as a separate language program through the JAL (Japanese as an Additional Language) Programme and the Kokugo Programme, which supports proficient Japanese speakers within an English-medium framework. English as an Additional Language (EAL) is provided for students in Grades 1–10 to assist non-native English speakers. At the Early Learning Center (Aoyoko Campus), language learning is integrated through the PYP Early Years approach, with activities that develop English skills alongside other languages.
Reputation

Accreditations
IB Continuum School: Authorized to implement Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP); this ensures SIS offers the full IB framework across early childhood to secondary. CIS membership with accreditation in progress: SIS is a Council of International Schools member and is undergoing accreditation, reflecting a commitment to international standards. Diploma Programme (DP) is offered for Grades 11–12 as part of the IB continuum.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Inquiry and initial contact. The Aoyoko Campus houses Shinagawa International School's Early Learning Center for ages 3–5 and operates within the IB continuum, so you can ask about the ELC program, facilities, class sizes, and the school's IB framework. The admissions team can discuss age eligibility, program fit, and next steps. This first step is typically used to clarify availability and to request information about scheduling a visit.

2. School visit. A school visit can be arranged through the admissions page or the School Visit Reservation form. A visit is highly recommended to gain a comprehensive understanding of the environment, but it is not mandatory for applicants. The visit provides an on-site sense of the Aoyoko Campus, classrooms, and learning spaces.

3. Application submission. Complete and submit the online application form and pay the non-refundable application fee of 40,000 JPY. The application form submission is a required step to move forward in the admissions process. You can initiate this via the Apply for Admission link on the site.

4. Required documents and fees. After submitting the application, provide the required supporting documents as specified by Admissions Guidelines and ensure the transfer/application fee is paid. The process includes a document screening step, and additional documents may be requested during review. This stage sets the foundation for the formal assessment that follows.

5. Assessment and interview. Successful applicants are invited to an interview and assessment. For students in Grade 1 and above, a MAP Test is administered to evaluate English, reading, and mathematics in addition to the interview. These assessments help determine fit and placement within the IB continuum.

6. Admissions decision. The admissions team reviews the interview and assessment results and notifies applicants within a few weeks. Accepted students receive an official acceptance letter and enrollment instructions; if not admitted, feedback is provided to explain the decision. A range of outcomes exists (Acceptance, Waiting Pool, Rejection) as outlined in the Admissions Guidelines.

7. Enrollment. Upon acceptance, families complete the enrollment process and arrange the required school fee payments. Enrollment details, including any bank account information, are provided as part of the Enrollment procedures. The enrollment step finalizes participation in the upcoming intake.

8. Fees context (for budgeting). For the 2025–2026 school year, fees are fixed from August 2025 to June 2026 and are typically reviewed annually with any changes announced by the end of May. It is important to verify current figures during the admissions process, as fees can be updated for the next year.

Waitlist
Waitlist/Pool: The Admissions Guidelines outline that an acceptance outcome can include a Waiting Pool in addition to Acceptance or Rejection. This Waiting Pool indicates that some applicants may be kept for consideration if spaces become available. The specific criteria, timing, and movement from Waiting Pool to Enrollment are not detailed publicly beyond this framework, and the Waiting Pool outcome is catalogued as a formal admission result.
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