Abroad International School Osaka vs One World International School Osaka

	A Abroad International School Osaka Osaka, Japan	O One World International School Osaka Osaka, Japan
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year ¥1,500,000 - 2,000,000	Fees / year ¥1,474,200 - 1,783,080
Age range	Age range 1 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 14 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), EYFS (Early years foundation stage)	Curriculum IB (PYP)
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils 250
Typical class size	Typical class size 15	Typical class size 18
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 2006	Opened 2023
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Abroad International School Osaka is located at 2-14-3 Hayashidera, Ikuno-ku, Osaka 544-0023, Japan. The new campus is in Hayashidera, Ikuno-ku. It is about a 20-minute walk from Tennoji Station (Exit 6) and about a 10-minute walk from Teradacho Station, with access to JR Loop Line and the Osaka subway.	Location OWIS Osaka is located at 3-1-39 Shariji, Ikuno-ku, Osaka 544-0022, on the site of the former Kyu-sono Elementary School. The campus sits in Osaka's Ikuno Ward and is accessible by train, city bus, and car. A dedicated OWIS School Bus operates on multiple routes, and an on-demand Ikuno-ku Shuttle Bus serves students from several stations.
Stages	Stages The school structure comprises the Early Learning Center (Infants through Kinder), Primary School (Grades 1–5), and Middle School (Grades 6–10). A High School is planned to start in the 2026-27 academic year.	Stages OWIS Osaka currently offers Early Childhood to Grade 8 (ages 3-14). Grade 12 is planned to open in 2029, with new grades added gradually to build toward a full K12 offer.
School type	School type Abroad International School Osaka is a co-educational day school. It operates as an IB Continuum School offering the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP), with the Diploma Programme (DP) planned to launch in August 2026.	School type OWIS Osaka is a co-educational day international school.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix AIS Osaka has around 190 students in total. The school serves an international community; the exact number of nationalities represented, the most common nationality, and the local-to-international ratio are not publicly published.	Pupil nationality mix OWIS Osaka presents a multicultural, international student community but does not publish a numeric breakdown of nationalities.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support The school provides an English as an Additional Language (EAL) program to support non-native English speakers. EAL uses the WIDA framework to assess language proficiency and develop individualized learning plans for students.	Additional learning support OWIS Osaka provides English Language Support through Academic English Preparation (AEP), a Four Month Transition Programme, and After-School Intensive English Clubs. All core subjects are taught in English, with targeted language support available to students as needed.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation There is no published country affiliation for AIS Osaka; it positions itself as part of an international IB World School network.	Country affiliation OWIS Osaka has no formal country affiliation; it operates as part of the global OWIS network with campuses in multiple countries.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation AIS Osaka has no religious affiliation published by the school.	Religious affiliation OWIS Osaka has no religious affiliation; religion is not practised at the school.
School day structure	School day structure Nursery/ELC hours are 9:00–15:15; Primary School runs 8:30–15:15; Middle School runs 8:20–15:15. After-School Clubs operate 15:20–16:00.	School day structure School hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm. After-school programmes and clubs extend beyond the core day as part of the ACES offering.
Bus service details	Bus service details A School Bus service is offered with routes and schedules available to families; routes and times may vary depending on demand.	Bus service details OWIS Osaka provides a dedicated school bus service with multiple routes. There is an on-demand Ikuno-ku shuttle bus serving several stations; the on-demand service charges ¥110 for children and ¥210 for adults per journey between stops.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Overview - All fees are denominated and payable in Japanese Yen (JPY). The school's published fee schedule for the 2026–27 academic year treats fees as fixed for the school year and subject to annual review. One-time fees (all grades) - Application Fee: JPY 30,000 (one time). - Enrollment Fee: JPY 250,000 (one time). - Building Fund: JPY 250,000 (one time). Annual / maintenance fees - Maintenance Fee (all applicable school levels): JPY 300,000 per year. Tuition — Early Learning Centre (ELC) - Nursery (full day) — options and term-by-term fees: - 3 days per week: Term 1 JPY 400,000; Term 2 JPY 325,000; Term 3 JPY 325,000; Total JPY 1,050,000 per year. - 4 days per week: Term 1 JPY 500,000; Term 2 JPY 375,000; Term 3 JPY 375,000; Total JPY 1,250,000 per year. - 5 days per week: Term 1 JPY 600,000; Term 2 JPY 475,000; Term 3 JPY 475,000; Total JPY 1,550,000 per year. - Nursery (half day) — options and term-by-term fees: - 3 days per week: Term 1 JPY 350,000; Term 2 JPY 275,000; Term 3 JPY 275,000; Total JPY 900,000 per year. - 4 days per week: Term 1 JPY 400,000; Term 2 JPY 325,000; Term 3 JPY 325,000; Total JPY 1,050,000 per year. - 5 days per week: Term 1 JPY 500,000; Term 2 JPY 375,000; Term 3 JPY 375,000; Total JPY 1,250,000 per year. - PreSchool through Kindergarten (full day): Term 1 JPY 600,000; Term 2 JPY 475,000; Term 3 JPY 475,000; Total JPY 1,550,000 per year. Tuition — Primary School (Grades 1–5) - Term 1: JPY 650,000; Term 2: JPY 575,000; Term 3: JPY 575,000; Total JPY 1,800,000 per year. Tuition — Secondary / Middle & High School (Grades 6–12) - Term 1: JPY 750,000; Term 2: JPY 600,000; Term 3: JPY 600,000; Total JPY 1,950,000 per year. - Additional IB Diploma Programme fee for Grade 11 & Grade 12 (when applicable): JPY 200,000 per year. Other recurring and optional costs (per published schedule) - Early Arrival supervision (08:00–08:30): fee applicable (advance reservation required). - After School Care (15:30–18:00): fee applicable (advance reservation required); late pickup policy applies and short increments counted in 30-minute blocks. - Bus care (Morning or Afternoon on the bus): Term 1 JPY 75,000; Term 2 JPY 90,000; Term 3 JPY 50,000. - Morning & Afternoon bus care (round-trip): Term 1 JPY 100,000; Term 2 JPY 125,000; Term 3 JPY 75,000. - Shuttle Bus (per term): Term 1 JPY 40,000; Term 2 JPY 50,000; Term 3 JPY 30,000. - Lunch fees (per meal, provider-dependent): Manpuku JPY 500; Children First small JPY 600 / big JPY 700. - Daycare (extension) fees (per 30 minutes): Monthly-plan JPY 3,500; advance booking JPY 650; on-the-day JPY 1,200. Full-day daycare (9:30–15:30) listed as JPY 4,600 per day. - EAL (English Additional Language) support: JPY 150,000 per term (if required). - PTA Fee: JPY 5,000 per year. - Uniform: prices vary depending on quantity ordered (uniform ordering is handled via the school's uniform order process). - Field trips and specific school events: fees vary by activity and are charged in advance where applicable. - Sibling discount: 10% discount for students with one sibling at the school; second sibling 20% discount (younger siblings receive the discount in order). Billing schedule and payment terms - Payment method: published schedule uses automatic bank transaction (bank transfer) processed on the 26th of each month. Tuition and shuttle/bus care are billed and payable by term; lunch and daycare are billed monthly. The listed prices include 10% consumption tax. Fees are reviewed annually and any changes for the next school year are announced by the end of June. Boarding - No boarding provision or boarding fees are listed in the school's published tuition and fees schedule; boarding is not applicable. Refund and cancellation information - The published 2026–27 tuition and fees schedule states that fees are fixed for the school year and are reviewed annually. No specific refund, cancellation, or withdrawal terms are published on the tuition schedule page itself. Parents should note that one-time and term fees are shown as payable amounts and that the published schedule does not include detailed refund rules on that page. Accepted payment methods and practical notes - The published payment mechanism is by bank transaction (automatic bank withdrawal) on the 26th. Lunch and daycare are collected monthly by bank transaction; tuition and bus care are payable by term. No credit-card payment option is listed in the published fee schedule. Prices shown include consumption tax.	Fee details Academic year and currency - Fees apply to Academic Year 2025–26 and are quoted in Japanese Yen (JPY). Fees include consumption tax. Application fee (one-time) - Application fee: JPY 80,000, one-time, non-refundable. This application fee applies across age groups. Early Childhood — 2, 1, & Kindergarten (Ages 3–6) - Tuition fee (per term): JPY 458,640 (term tuition; discounts not yet applied). - Building fee (per term): JPY 32,760. - Total recurring cost per term: JPY 491,400. (There are three terms per year; equivalent annual termly total: JPY 1,474,200.) - Yearly resource fee: JPY 50,000, yearly, non-refundable. - Discounts available: Founders Family Discount — 5% off tuition (promotion noted on the fees schedule); Sibling Discount — 25% off tuition (one discount may be applied per child). Primary Years — Grades 1 to 5 (Ages 6–11) - Tuition fee (per term): JPY 527,801 (term tuition; discounts not yet applied). - Building fee (per term): JPY 32,760. - Total recurring cost per term: JPY 560,561. (Three terms per year; equivalent annual termly total: JPY 1,681,683.) - Yearly resource fee: JPY 70,000, yearly, non-refundable. - Discounts available: Founders Family Discount — 5% off tuition (promotion noted on the fees schedule); Sibling Discount — 25% off tuition (one discount may be applied per child). Junior Secondary — Grades 6 to 8 (Ages 11–14) - Tuition fee (per term): JPY 561,600 (term tuition; discounts not yet applied). - Building fee (per term): JPY 32,760. - Total recurring cost per term: JPY 594,360. (Three terms per year; equivalent annual termly total: JPY 1,783,080.) - Yearly resource fee: JPY 70,000, yearly, non-refundable. - Discounts available: Founders Family Discount — 5% off tuition (promotion noted on the fees schedule); Sibling Discount — 25% off tuition (one discount may be applied per child). Billing schedule and payment terms - The school year is organised into three terms. Termly recurring fees must be paid for the full term before the invoice ‘Last Date of Payment'. The payment deadline for the first and every subsequent term is one month before school starts. Late fee charges will be applied for delayed payments. - All listed fees already include the 10% consumption tax and may change if Japan's consumption tax is revised. - Tuition and other recurring school fees (after initial fees) must be paid by auto-debit deduction only. Boarding - Boarding is not offered; OWIS Osaka operates as a day school with stated school hours and on-campus access arrangements. School bus / transport fees (additional cost, termly) - A dedicated OWIS school-bus service is available; bus fees are charged per student per term and vary by route and stop. Examples of termly bus costs by route/stop include (indicative): JPY 160,000; JPY 150,000; JPY 140,000; JPY 120,000; JPY 100,000; JPY 80,000; JPY 65,000; JPY 40,000 — exact termly cost depends on the route and stop chosen. Bus seat allocations and route schedules are managed by the school. Other costs and optional purchases - Resource fees (annual) are charged as noted above and are non-refundable. Application fees are one-time and non-refundable. - Books, uniforms, and related school materials are provided/sold as related services and are charged separately. Payment methods for purchases and related services (books, uniforms, etc.) include credit card and bank transfer for those transactions; bank-transfer fees may apply. Refund information - Application fees and the annual resource fees are stated as non-refundable. - Refunds for other items or charges are possible only with school management approval; refund requests are subject to the school's approval process. Fee payment options - Recurring tuition and term fees: auto-debit deduction only. - Purchases related to education (books, uniform, shop items): payment methods may include credit card and bank transfer; bank-transfer fees may apply. Notes on discounts and promotions - Founders Family Discount: 5% off tuition (promotion details and applicable registration dates are indicated in the school's fee schedule). Sibling Discount: 25% off tuition. Only one discount may be applied per child. Contact for payments and enquiries - For specific questions about bus routes and exact termly transport costs, contact the school's admissions or transport team. Published contact numbers and campus address are provided with the campus information.
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Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Abroad International School Osaka offers an IB continuum, with Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP) authorized, and a Diploma Programme (DP) Candidate School status established in 2025, with DP launching in August 2026. The Primary School (Grades 1–6) follows the UK National Curriculum (organized at two levels) and emphasizes inquiry-based learning, with English-language instruction and EAL support; Japanese language (Kokugo) is taught as a subject for able students. The Middle School (Grades 6–10) delivers the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), a holistic, inquiry-based framework designed to connect learning across disciplines and develop internationally minded learners. The High School (Grades 11–12) will offer the IB Diploma Programme from 2026; it is an IB DP Candidate School as of 2025, and the DP will include Core elements such as the Extended Essay, Creativity, Activity, and Service (CAS), and internal assessments. The Early Learning Centre (Ages 1–5) provides an English-language early years program in a nurturing environment, and AIS supports diverse learners with MAP testing and a Saturday School for additional English language development.	Curriculum details OWIS Osaka uses an inquiry-based, student-centered international curriculum grounded in IB methodology and Global Schools Group practices. The program emphasizes values-driven education, critical thinking, creativity, and real-world connections, delivered by certified teachers in class sizes of 18 or fewer. OWIS Osaka currently offers Early Childhood (3-5), Primary (5-11), and Junior Secondary (11-16); Senior Secondary (16-18) is planned, with the campus operating EC to Grade 8 (ages 3-14) and Grade 12 opening in 2029. The school is pursuing the IB Primary Years Programme and is a candidate for the PYP. English language support is provided through the Academic English Preparation (AEP) and transition programmes, plus after-school English clubs. Technology-rich learning is integrated through Programming & Robotics, 3D printing, Nikon Photography Studio, Apple labs, and student devices.
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Application form: The admissions process starts with filling out the application form. The form can be downloaded from the AIS Osaka homepage or completed via the online application form. You can request the form by phone or email. The completed application form can be submitted within one year of the expected date of entry. 2. Filling out and submitting the forms: After completing all mandatory fields, submit the form and bring hard copies of the documents together with your child's photo and any other required documents, or scan/send them by mail. Documents can be handed in up to one year in advance of the planned entry date. 3. Document screening, placement test and interview: Candidates undergo a document screening, placement test and interview as part of the admissions process. The school will contact you with the interview date. 4. Result notification and enrolment procedure: After the placement test and interview, Abroad International School will notify you of admission decisions. Successful applicants must complete the enrolment procedure by the designated deadline. 5. New life starts: Once enrolled, families begin their new life at Abroad International School and the school encourages broadening students' views.	Admissions Admissions Process (4-step). 1. Initial contact and campus visit. Reach out to the Osaka admissions counsellor, who will be your assistant and guide through the rest of the process. Tell them you would like a tour of the campus and set a convenient date. The counsellor provides information about OWIS Osaka's programmes and what to expect during the visit, and can advise on next steps. For relocations within Japan or from afar, the counsellor can share a relocation guide and discuss timelines (research typically 6–12 months in advance for city-to-city moves). 2. Application review and fee instructions. After you visit, the admissions counsellor reviews the application form and directs you on how to pay the online application fee. They walk you through any required documents and answer questions about program placement and entry requirements. This step ensures you understand what is needed before proceeding with the formal application. 3. On-site logistics and resources. Return to the school to meet Student Services, who will provide uniforms, photo IDs, and school resources. They can also arrange lunches and school bus services if needed. This step covers practical arrangements to support a smooth first weeks after enrollment. 4. Financing and enrollment confirmation. Meet with the finance department to pay for the first term tuition fees. Once the payment is completed, the child is ready to start school. If the application has been accepted, OWIS Osaka welcomes the child into the school community and confirms enrollment details. Language of instruction and English support (context for admissions). OWIS Osaka uses English as the language of instruction for core subjects. English language support pathways are available, including Academic English Preparation (AEP), a four-month transition programme, and After-School Intensive English clubs to support learners at different stages of language development. Relocation and ongoing inquiries. The admissions team can assist with transfers between OWIS campuses and between schools, and there is a relocation guide for moving between cities or countries within Japan. Rolling admissions are available year-round, with August (start of the academic year) and the December or April terms highlighted as advantageous entry points when possible. Fees and admissions integration (summary for families). The school outlines a fee structure for the Osaka campus that applies to the 2025–26 academic year, with term-based tuition, a building fee, a yearly resource fee, and one-time application fees. Details by grade band are provided, and discounts for families (sibling and founder/family discounts) are noted. (See Fees section for full breakdown.)
Scholarships	Scholarships Scholarships: There is no published scholarships program described on AIS Osaka's admissions or fees pages. The school lists standard one-time and annual fees and notes a variety of optional services and discounts (for example, a sibling discount), but no scholarship offerings are listed. If you are considering financial aid, the school's published materials do not detail scholarship opportunities.	Scholarships OWIS Japan Scholarships are annual awards managed under the Global Schools Group (GSG), with a one-month application cycle. These scholarships aim to support meritorious students from moderate-income families and provide access to OWIS's programs and facilities. Availability includes multiple named awards, each with its own grade eligibility and duration (typically 1 year). The current offerings include: - OWIS Community Scholarship for Financial Assistance (All grades, Early Childhood to Grade 12; 1 year; Deed required). - OWIS Excellence Scholarship for Academic Achievements (Grade 6–9; 1 year). - OWIS Creativity Award (Grade 6–8; 1 year) – listed as Closed. - OWIS Innovation Award (Grade 6–8; 1 year) – listed as Closed. These scholarships are designed to attract meritorious students and support a diverse, inclusive OWIS community across 20+ nationalities. Language: Japanese and English materials note the availability and application cycles; the OSC has a last-updated date of 2026-01-16, reflecting current offerings.
Waitlist	Waitlist Waitlist/Pool: No formal waitlist or pool policy is described on AIS Osaka's admissions pages. Enrollment timing is driven by places available: most children are admitted by August, but if vacancies exist, the school will admit students throughout the year. Admission decisions and interview requirements are communicated as part of the process, and no application is processed until all requested documents are submitted. This suggests there is no publicly stated waiting list policy.	Waitlist Waitlist or pool information is not published as a separate system. OWIS Osaka operates rolling admissions year-round, and seat availability can fluctuate as spaces fill quickly. For current seat availability, families are advised to contact the admissions team promptly. The policy indicates rolling admissions with best opportunities at the start of the academic year (August), and also in December or April when possible.
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