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Yokohama Christian School

Japan, Tokyo

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees ¥2,007,000 - 2,126,000
Ages 2 - 11 years
Pupil numbers 40
Type Co-educational
Opened 2002
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, Christian Curriculum
Taught languages Japanese, Latin
Typical class size 8
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Primary School
Introduction

Yokohama Christian School (YCS), founded in 2002, is located in Yokohama’s historic Bluff (Yamate-cho) area and serves children from Preschool through Grade 5. The elementary program uses an American Classical Christian curriculum, including resources such as Shurley English, Saxon Math and Bible materials. The school notes that social studies draws on students’ backgrounds and the school’s Japan location. YCS also offers an enrichment program across ages that includes art, music, PE, Latin, library, technology and worship, with Japanese listed as part of enrichment in the admissions FAQ. For after-school options, the school lists clubs such as Children’s Choir, Book Club, Homework Club, Multimedia Club and Running Club. The school also describes an After School Care program with extended options.

school.yokohamaunionchurch.org

66-2 Yamatecho, Naka Ward, Yokohama, Kanagawa 231-0862, Japan

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The Essentials

Yokohama Christian School has 40 pupils, typical class sizes of 8, instruction in English.

Location
Yokohama Christian School is located at 66-2 Yamate-cho, Naka-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa 231-0862, Japan. It is in the Bluff district of Yokohama, near landmarks such as the Foreigner's Cemetery, Bluff Clinic, Ferris Girls' School, and St. Maur International School. The area is accessible by nearby subway and JR lines, including Motomachi-Chukagai Station and Ishikawa-cho Station.

Stages
Preschool (age 2–4) and Elementary (Kindergarten–Grade 5). The Elementary division is split into Lower Elementary (Kindergarten–Grade 2) and Upper Elementary (Grade 3–5).

Type
The school is a non-profit, co-educational preschool and elementary school. It is non-denominational and church-sponsored, offering Christian and classical education.

Pupil Nationality Mix
The student body includes international, bicultural, and local students. The school does not publish nationality percentages and does not require a specific nationality; applications are open to all faiths.

Additional learning support
YCS provides Learning Support, including Regular Learning Support on a case-by-case basis. English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is available from this school year, with a focus on language arts as the foundation for other subjects. The school works with families and support staff to provide appropriate academic and behavioral support.

Country affiliation
No formal country affiliation; the school operates in Yokohama, Japan.

Religious affiliation
Christian affiliation; non-denominational and church-sponsored.

School day structure
A Before School Care option runs from 7:55 a.m. to 8:25 a.m. The After School Care program ends at 3:30 p.m., with Extended After School Care available to 5:00 p.m. Regular school hours are supported by these care options.

Bus service
There is no school bus service offered at this time; families use public transport. The school notes that many families live near Yamate-cho and Honmoku and rely on public transportation.
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at Yokohama Christian School ranges from JPY 2,007,000 to JPY 2,126,000 for 2026/27.

Admission process fees

- Application fee: JPY 30,000 payable at the time of application.
- Entrance fee: JPY 300,000 payable when invoiced.

Annual fees (non-tuition)

- Registration fee: JPY 42,000 (non-refundable).
- Annual development fee: JPY 250,000 payable when invoiced.

Tuition fees (annual and per-term by year group)

- Elementary (Kindergarten – Grade 5)
- Annual tuition: JPY 1,802,000.
- Per term (two-term billing): JPY 901,000.

- Sprouts (3–4 year olds), Full Day (08:30–15:30)
- Annual tuition: JPY 1,715,000.
- Per term (two-term billing): JPY 857,500.

- Sprouts (3–4 year olds), Regular (08:30–14:30)
- Annual tuition: JPY 1,630,000.
- Per term (two-term billing): JPY 815,000.

- Seeds (2 year olds), Full Day (08:30–14:30)
- Annual tuition: JPY 1,834,000.
- Per term (two-term billing): JPY 917,000.

- Seeds (2 year olds), Regular (08:30–12:30)
- Annual tuition: JPY 1,630,000.
- Per term (two-term billing): JPY 815,000.

Additional recurring or optional fees

- Deferred payment (10-payment plan) fee: JPY 20,000 (non-refundable). Payments on this plan run from May through March with an exemption in October.
- Learning support fee (if required): JPY 40,000 per semester.
- EAL (English as an Additional Language) support fee (if required): JPY 140,000 per semester.
- After School Club Activity (1st–5th graders): Annual club registration and maintenance fee JPY 25,000.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Standard tuition billing: Full tuition is payable in two terms; payments are due May 30 and November 30.
- Deferred 10-payment plan option is available as described above (additional non-refundable fee applies).
- All fees are stated as non-refundable. A withdrawal form is required 30 days prior to leaving. Changes of days during a term are not permitted. Late payments incur a fee equal to 10% of the total outstanding invoice.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not applicable; the school operates as a preschool and elementary day school and does not list boarding options or boarding fees.

Other costs (uniform, materials, etc.)

- No separate uniform fee is listed in the published fee schedule. Other incidental or program-specific costs are not itemized in the headline fee summary; learning support, EAL support, and after-school club fees are listed above.

Refund information and related business policy

- All fees are non-refundable. A completed withdrawal form is required 30 days prior to leaving. No changes of days during the term are permitted. Late-payment penalty: 10% of outstanding invoice.

Fee payment options and instructions

- Bank transfer / direct deposit in JPY to Bank of Yokohama, Motomachi Branch. Account (ordinary): 311-1518402. Account name: Yokohama Union Church Yokohama Christian School. SWIFT code: HAMAJPJT. Payer must cover bank transfer fees. Use the student's name as the payment reference.
- PayPal: payments accepted via finance.school@yokohamaunionchurch.org (send as a gift and note the child's name; any extra charges deducted to the school will be charged to the parents on the next invoice).
- Japan Post (JP Post) transfer option is provided; account name and number are supplied in the fee instructions.

Tuition assistance

- Limited tuition assistance is available; contact the school office for details.
Academics

Yokohama Christian School teaches American Curriculum, Christian Curriculum for students aged 2 to 11.

Curriculum
Yokohama Christian School serves preschool (ages 2–4) and elementary (Kindergarten to 5th grade) students with a classical Christian education. Preschool uses the Weekday Early Education (WEE Learn) curriculum developed by the CDEA in Jacksonville, Florida, while the Elementary division uses American Classical Christian materials. The program emphasizes a classical, integrated approach to language arts, reasoning, and biblical worldview, with materials approved by the Association of Christian Schools International. Enrichment within the school day includes music, physical education, library, Japanese, and art, with computer classes for grades 2–5. Learning support includes English as an Additional Language (EAL) and behavioral/developmental/learning-differences support, and entry requirements note that elementary students should be within one year of grade-level English, while preschool has no language prerequisite.
Wellbeing
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Extra-Curricular Activities
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Reputation
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Admissions

Admissions
Step 1 — Visit: School tours are available by appointment. During the visit, the School Head will discuss your family's educational goals and how Yokohama Christian School can support them. You will be given an admissions pack with information about programs, policies, and next steps. To arrange a tour, contact the school office or submit the inquiry form.

Step 2 — Application: Submit the application and application fee, and provide the required documents: proof of age (birth certificate or passport information page), teacher recommendations or reports from previous schooling, Health History (completed by a parent/guardian), and a Medical Certificate for School Entrance (ages 5 and up). Note that the yearly amounts for different grades are payable in two terms, and you should confirm that all documents have been received before the application is considered. Your application will not be considered until all documents are received.

Step 3 — Interview & Observation: A parent and child interview is conducted to discuss your situation and future school plans. Children aged 4 years and older are evaluated on English listening and speaking abilities, while elementary-aged children are assessed in language arts and mathematics in addition to English listening and speaking. This step helps determine placement and readiness for the program.

Step 4 — Review, Decision & Enrollment: After the interview and once all required documents are received, the school reviews the application and makes a admission decision. If admitted, you will receive enrollment instructions and be invoiced according to the Fees & Tuition schedule; payments are due in two terms (May and November 30th). The fee structure includes an Application Fee, Entrance Fee, Registration Fee, Annual Development Fee, and grade-appropriate Tuition, with additional Learning Support, EAL Support, and After School Club fees as applicable. All fees are non-refundable, and late payments incur a 10% charge on the outstanding balance. If you plan to withdraw, a withdrawal form is due 30 days prior to leaving.

Scholarships
Scholarships: Limited tuition assistance is available for eligible families. Details and eligibility are determined by the school office; families are advised to contact the office for information on what aid may be available and how to apply.

Waitlist
Waitlist/Pool: For the main Yokohama Christian School admissions, a formal waitlist policy is not published on the general admissions materials. The Afternoon Class page states that admission is based on availability of space and indicates that you will be informed if there is a wait list when determining your start date. This suggests that waitlists, if any, are specific to certain programs and not described as a universal policy for the entire school.
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