Global Wisdom International School - Funabori Campus vs Tokyo Bay International School

	G Global Wisdom International School - Funabori Campus Tokyo, Japan	T Tokyo Bay International School Tokyo, Japan
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year ¥825,000 - 855,000	Fees / year ¥804,000 - 1,084,000
Age range	Age range 2 - 11 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum Montessori Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary)	Curriculum British Curriculum, Montessori Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 101	Pupils 250
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size 15
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened —	Opened 2019
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Funabori Campus is in Funabori, Edogawa-ku, Tokyo, Japan (3-1-4 Funabori). It is near Funabori Station on the Toei Shinjuku Line, about 4 minutes by train from the station. A bus stop is 1 minute away, with direct bus access to nearby areas. It is walkable from Funabori, Kita-sakai, Higashi-Komatsugawa, Matsue, Ichinoe, and Higashi-Ojima.	Location 1-18-9 Kameido, Koto-ku, Tokyo 136-0071, Japan. The TBIS campus sits in the Kameido district in eastern Tokyo, a residential area with easy access to central Tokyo via JR lines. The nearest rail stop is Kameido Station, about a five-minute walk from the school. The surrounding area provides urban amenities and good public transport connections to other parts of Tokyo.
Stages	Stages Pre-school & Kindergarten (Ages 2–6)	Stages TBIS serves students from early years through high school, covering roughly ages 3 to 18 (Kindergarten/Pre-K to Grade 12). The school follows a Cambridge International Curriculum pathway, with Cambridge Primary material used for younger learners.
School type	School type Kindergarten campus of an international school	School type TBIS is a co-educational day school. Boarding facilities are not indicated for any year group.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix More than 100 students from 10 nationalities.	Pupil nationality mix Public information does not disclose a breakdown of pupil nationalities.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support Public information does not specify a dedicated SEN program or facilities at TBIS. The school emphasizes its Cambridge curriculum and technology-focused learning.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Japan	Country affiliation TBIS does not list a formal country affiliation; the curriculum is Cambridge International, a globally used framework.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation TBIS has no explicit religious affiliation publicly documented.
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure The school day generally runs from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with breaks and lunch incorporated into the schedule.
Bus service details	Bus service details Nearby bus stops are 1 minute away; direct bus 錦29 access; close to Funabori Station and other areas via bus; walkable to Funabori, Kita-sakai, Higashi-Komatsugawa, Matsue, Ichinoe, and Higashi-Ojima.	Bus service details Yes, a school bus service is available. Public-facing materials note that buses are available, with details on routes not publicly published.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application and one‑time fees - Admission fee (one‑time): JPY 30,000. - Miscellaneous (annual): JPY 10,000. - Medical examination fee (annual): JPY 5,000. - School uniform: two polo shirts are provided at admission. - Insurance charge: JPY 800 per month (included in the fees). Tuition fees — Funabori Campus (Kindergarten: Pre, K1, K2, K3) - Monthly tuition (Pre, K1, K2, K3): JPY 70,000 per month. - Term fees (term length stated below): - Term 1 (Apr–Jul, 4 months): JPY 270,000. - Term 2 (Aug–Nov, 4 months): JPY 270,000. - Term 3 (Dec–Mar, 4 months): JPY 270,000. - Total annual tuition (after term discounts): JPY 810,000. - Term/annual discounts: a term‑wise payment discount is applied (total JPY 30,000 per year; JPY 10,000 per term when paid term‑wise). - August / Summer School note: August includes a summer‑school period; if a child cannot attend August for a reason, 30% of the August fees will be refunded if the school is informed at least one month in advance. Half‑day and daily options (Kindergarten) - Half‑day (9:00–12:00) — daily rate (per day, including materials): JPY 3,500. - Half‑day (9:00–12:00) — monthly basis (including materials): JPY 50,000. Parents may choose number of days per week. After‑school / extended care fees - After‑school program (available after Regular or Half‑Day school) — monthly rates (five days a week): - 14:00–15:00: JPY 15,000 per month. - 14:00–16:00: JPY 25,000 per month. - 14:00–17:00: JPY 35,000 per month. - 14:00–18:00: JPY 45,000 per month. - Ad‑hoc extension: JPY 600 per 30 minutes. Billing schedule and payment terms - Academic year is divided into three terms (Term 1 Apr–Jul, Term 2 Aug–Nov, Term 3 Dec–Mar). Term fees above represent the four‑month term totals. Monthly rates are available for relevant programs. - Fees are inclusive of tax. - Fees once paid are not refundable in general; one month's written notice is required when leaving the school. - Payment method: fees are required to be paid by bank transfer; parents are requested to bear any remittance charges. No other payment methods are listed for regular fee payments. Boarding - Boarding is not applicable to Funabori Campus (this campus operates as a mixed Montessori kindergarten and does not offer boarding). Other costs and optional charges - Transportation / bus service: charged separately (amount varies by route and service). Route‑based bus fees are additional to tuition. - Materials / consumables: included for half‑day daily option; other incidental materials or book charges (if any) are handled as separate items where applicable. Refund information (summary) - General policy: fees once paid will not be refunded; a one‑month notice is required when leaving the school. - August / summer‑school exception: a 30% refund of the August fee is available if the school is informed at least one month in advance that the child will not attend August summer activities. Fee payment options - Primary payment channel: bank transfer (parents are asked to cover bank remittance charges). No credit‑card payment option is listed for regular tuition billing.	Fee details Application & one-time (first-year) fees - Application fee (one-time): JPY 20,000. - Enrolment/registration fee (one-time): JPY 60,000. - Building / Development (one-off or first-year) contribution: JPY 84,000. - Total additional one-off/first-year charges (example for a K1 entry): JPY 164,000 (sum of the three items above). Published tuition fees by year group (annual) and example per-term split - Kindergarten (K1–K3): Annual tuition JPY 804,000. If divided into three equal term payments, each term would be JPY 268,000 (804,000 ÷ 3). - Primary (Grades 1–5): Annual tuition JPY 864,000. If divided into three equal term payments, each term would be JPY 288,000 (864,000 ÷ 3). - Lower Secondary / Middle (Grades 6–8): Annual tuition JPY 894,000. If divided into three equal term payments, each term would be JPY 298,000 (894,000 ÷ 3). - Secondary (Grades 9–10): Annual tuition JPY 948,000. If divided into three equal term payments, each term would be JPY 316,000 (948,000 ÷ 3). - Upper Secondary (Grades 11–12): Annual tuition JPY 1,084,000. If divided into three equal term payments, each term would be approximately JPY 361,333 (1,084,000 ÷ 3). Note: the figures above are the school's published annual tuition amounts by grade group; per-term amounts shown are the arithmetic one-third of the annual tuition for convenience where a three-term payment plan is used. The published sources list annual fees by grade group. Billing schedule and payment terms - The publicly available fee listings for the current academic year present tuition as annual amounts by grade. No detailed public billing calendar with exact term due-dates or mandatory installment deadlines was found in the material reviewed. The per-term numbers above are shown as an illustrative equal split for three-term payment arrangements (where families choose instalments). Boarding / accommodation fees - There is no published boarding provision or boarding fees for Tokyo Bay International School; the school is presented as a day school (ages 3–18) in the available listings. No boarding fees were located. Other costs and typical additional charges - Uniform: a uniform requirement is indicated for the school; a specific published uniform price was not located. Parents should expect a separate cost for required uniform items. - School-provided lunches: school-provided lunches are listed as available; the per-term or per-year lunch charges are not published in the sources reviewed. - Transport / bus service: one public listing indicates that a bus service is available; explicit per-student transport fees were not published in the reviewed sources. - Other possible charges commonly not included in published tuition: textbooks, specialised exam fees, individual instrument lessons, residential trip costs, extracurricular activity fees and IT device purchases may apply; no comprehensive itemised list of these additional costs with prices was published in the sources reviewed. Sibling discounts - A sibling discount structure is published in third‑party listings: 20% off the second child's tuition and 30% off the third child's tuition (applies to tuition only as published by the source). Refund information - No formal, detailed public refund policy specific to Tokyo Bay International School was located in the sources reviewed. Parent reports and third‑party listings include accounts that certain fees (for example registration/enrolment fees) are treated as non‑refundable and that maintenance or other fees may be partially refundable in some circumstances; these appear in user reviews rather than in a published school refund policy. A lack of a clear published refund schedule was found during the review. Fee payment options - The reviewed public listings for the current academic year did not publish a definitive set of accepted payment methods (for example specific mention of bank transfer, credit card, or international payment providers was not found). No explicit, published payment-method table was located in the material reviewed. Summary (key figures) - One-time/first-year additional charges (example for entry year): JPY 164,000 (Application JPY 20,000 + Enrolment JPY 60,000 + Building/Development JPY 84,000). - Annual tuition by group: K: JPY 804,000; Grades 1–5: JPY 864,000; Grades 6–8: JPY 894,000; Grades 9–10: JPY 948,000; Grades 11–12: JPY 1,084,000. - Per-term examples (equal three-way split): K: JPY 268,000 / term; Grades 1–5: JPY 288,000 / term; Grades 6–8: JPY 298,000 / term; Grades 9–10: JPY 316,000 / term; Grades 11–12: approx. JPY 361,333 / term. (These per-term numbers are the arithmetic division of the annual tuition into three equal instalments for convenience; an official term schedule and official instalment amounts/due dates were not located in the public listings.) (Information above is based on the school fee figures and public listings for the current academic year as published in the sources cited.)
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Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Two polo shirts are provided as part of the school uniform.	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options —	Food options —
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership —	Governance and ownership —
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Funabori Campus uses a Mixed Montessori Curriculum for Pre-school and Kindergarten (ages 2 to 6). Kasai Campus offers Cambridge Primary Curriculum and Cambridge Lower Secondary for Grade 1 to 8. The school emphasizes discovery and enquiry-based learning in an international environment. Global Wisdom International School has more than 100 students from 10 nationalities. GWIS Kasai Campus and Funabori Campus are open for admission for the 2026-27 academic year.	Curriculum details Tokyo Bay International School teaches in English and uses a two-track curriculum that combines Montessori methods for the early years with the Cambridge International Curriculum for older students. The school serves ages 3–18 and is organized into Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, and High School. Preschool and Kindergarten follow Montessori approaches, while Elementary through High School align with the Cambridge International framework. The Cambridge pathway culminates in Cambridge IGCSE examinations and Cambridge A-Levels for the upper years. Independent profiles describe TBIS as combining Montessori for early years with the Cambridge International Curriculum.
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Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The Funabori Campus Pre-School & Kindergarten provides an environment designed to enhance intellectual, physical, social and emotional development. The curriculum blends Montessori methods with other international preschool approaches to foster independence and active learning. The program is activity-oriented and aimed at holistic development, developing language, social, and fine motor skills. Learning emphasizes hands-on experiences and play-based methods to connect children with the surrounding world. There is an extensive range of extracurricular programs and an after-school/aftercare option for GWIS students and children from other schools.	Social & emotional learning The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) provision, staff, or initiatives. No publicly accessible TBIS pages specify SEL goals, frameworks, or practices. There is no publicly available detail on SEL programs, counseling, or student support structures. Therefore, verifiable SEL details are not disclosed publicly.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision, including which kinds of needs are supported or whether it is a specialist SEN institution. No publicly accessible TBIS page details learning support services, staff, or accommodations for SEN students. It is not possible to confirm the existence of dedicated SEN staffing or facilities from public information. Therefore, verifiable SEN details are not disclosed publicly.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language The school does not publicly disclose information regarding English as an Additional Language (EAL) provision, coverage, or staff. No public TBIS page specifies EAL programs, language support, or teacher qualifications in language development. Public information does not provide explicit confirmation of EAL offerings for TBIS. Therefore, verifiable EAL details are not disclosed publicly.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing —	Mental wellbeing The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Mental Wellbeing provisions, counseling, or pastoral care. No TBIS public page outlines mental health services, counselors, or wellbeing programs. There is no publicly available detail on wellbeing frameworks or staff roles related to mental health. Therefore, verifiable mental wellbeing details are not disclosed publicly.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The school complies with Tokyo Metropolitan Government rules and regulations on childcare safety, hygiene, development and overall well-being. The school maintains certification of this compliance.	Safeguarding The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Safeguarding policies, procedures, or designated safeguarding staff. No TBIS public page provides safeguarding policy language or contact details. Therefore, verifiable safeguarding details are not disclosed publicly.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview —	Facilities overview —
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Funabori Campus offers a Montessori-based pre-school and kindergarten program for ages 2 to 6. The learning environment is activity-oriented and designed to promote holistic development through a rich set of learning materials and experiences. The program aims to build independent, active learners with strong language, early mathematics, fine motor, social, and creative skills, supported by a curriculum drawn from Montessori principles and international preschool practices. The teaching approach combines hands-on activities with guided and inquiry-based learning, grounded in theories of Piaget, Vygotsky, and Bruner to balance free exploration with structured learning.	Academic facilities —
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities GWIS Funabori provides an extensive range of extra-curricular programs. The Kindergarten Campus offers afterschool/aftercare for students up to age 10, intended for extended learning or longer care. After-school services are available to GWIS students as well as children from other schools and Japanese institutions. These programs complement the core Montessori curriculum with a variety of activities and opportunities for continued engagement.	Extra curricular facilities —
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Global Wisdom International School operates in Tokyo's Edogawa Ward. In April 2025, the Nishikasai Branch relocated to Kasai 3 Chome and began offering Cambridge Primary and Kindergarten. The Funabori Campus provides a Mixed Montessori Curriculum for preschool and kindergarten ages 2 to 6, while the Kasai Campus offers Cambridge Primary and Lower Secondary for Grades 1 to 8. GWIS is officially recognized as a Cambridge International School, providing Cambridge Primary, with Cambridge Lower Secondary planned for the future.	History Tokyo Bay International School (TBIS) was established in 2019 in Kameido, Koto-ku, Tokyo. The school is located at 1-18-9 Kameido and serves students from Kindergarten through high school, ages 3 to 18. TBIS is affiliated with the Cambridge International Curriculum and provides a technology‑enabled learning environment with robotics and STEM facilities. Public references describe TBIS as a Cambridge‑affiliated international school founded in the late 2010s (with some listings noting 2018 as the year of establishment). This history reflects TBIS's development as a Cambridge‑aligned international school in central Tokyo.
Community	Community GWIS provides a warm and welcoming environment where students learn through discovery and enquiry-based approaches. The school welcomes children from all cultures and embraces diversity and inclusion. GWIS is part of the Tokyo Association of International Preschools (TAIP) and complies with Tokyo Metropolitan Government rules on childcare safety, hygiene, development, and well-being. The school has a multinational student body with more than 100 students from 10 nationalities.	Community TBIS's community has hosted events such as a school festival in November 2019 near Kameido Station, featuring Indian culture and education, robotics demonstrations, professional performances, and food stalls. The TBIS Facebook page tbisjapan shares updates and event notices that engage families and the wider community. Family engagement is also supported through a Stay In Touch newsletter sign‑up on TBIS's site to receive updates about school life and events.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association Public information does not describe a formal PTA; instead, parent involvement appears through informal participation in events and online channels. A notable example is the 2019 school festival near Kameido Station that involved families and showcased Indian culture, robotics activities, and performances. TBIS's Facebook page provides ongoing event notices and updates for families, while the Stay In Touch newsletter sign‑up keeps families informed about school life. These channels indicate active parent and family engagement within TBIS's international community.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The school uses a Montessori-based kindergarten program at Funabori Campus (ages 2–6). The environment is activity-oriented and designed for holistic development, enabling children to be active learners. Language development and mathematical skills are emphasized, with hands-on exploration of science and social topics. An extensive range of extra-curricular programs supports intellectual growth beyond the core curriculum.	Academic & intellectual —
Arts & creative	Arts & creative The curriculum develops aesthetic sense through art, dance and music. Artistic activities are integrated to foster creativity and self-expression. A broad program of extra-curricular activities includes arts-related opportunities to supplement classroom learning.	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	Cultural & language The school has an international community with students from multiple nationalities, supporting diversity and inclusion. The school emphasizes language development and cross-cultural learning as part of campus life.	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Funabori Campus offers afterschool/aftercare for students up to age 10, including GWIS and other-school students. Aftercare provides extended learning time and recreational activities beyond regular hours. The school also offers an extensive range of after-school activities as part of its extracurricular offerings.	Social & hobbies —
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing The school complies with Tokyo Metropolitan Government rules on childcare safety, hygiene, development and overall well-being. It emphasizes safe and healthy practices across campus and supports students' well-being as part of its educational approach.	Lifestyle & wellbeing —
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision —	Language provision —
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Reputation	Reputation
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Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions The school offers Primary School and Kindergarten admissions for the 2026-27 academic year. Primary School Admission Process: Step 1. Send an email to info@globalwisdom.co or call the school or fill an online contact form to request an appointment/visit. Step 2. Visit the school to learn about the detailed curriculum and fill the Primary Admission Form 2026-27 (PDF) or collect it from the school. Step 3. Pay the admission fees along with the contract. Step 4. Pay tuition as invoiced and collect books, uniform, etc. Step 5. School joining. Kindergarten Admission Process: Step 1. Send an email to info@globalwisdom.co or call or fill an online contact form for an appointment/visit/free trial. Step 2. Visit the school to review curriculum and daily routines and fill the Kindergarten Admission Form 2026-27 (PDF) or collect admission forms from the school, along with a medical check-up. Step 4. Get the Medical Check-up at GWIS in partnership with Sato Clinic. Step 5. Pay the admission fees along with the contract. Step 6. Pay tuition as invoiced and collect uniform, etc. Step 7. School joining. Government subsidy information: Students are eligible for a government subsidy as part of Japan's Free Education policy. To apply, submit three forms at the ward office: Employment Certificate (就労証明書), a Reason Letter (理由書) for needing bilingual/montessori education, and a Subsidy Eligibility Application (施設等利用給付認定申請書). From September 2025, the monthly subsidy increased to 80,000 Yen for children under 2 years and 77,000 Yen for children aged 3 to 6 years. Primary Admission Form and Kindergarten Admission Form (PDFs) can be downloaded for submission. For details, contact info@globalwisdom.co or +81-80-7837-3230 (Ms. Deepika). GWIS Kasai Campus (Cambridge Primary & Cambridge Lower Secondary) and Funabori Campus (Mixed Montessori Kindergarten) are open for Admission for New Academic Year 2026-27. The school location for the Funabori Campus is 3-1-4, Funabori, Edogawa-ku, Tokyo. The Kasai Campus offers Cambridge Primary and Cambridge Lower Secondary; the Funabori Campus offers a mixed Montessori Kindergarten.	Admissions Step 0 — Fees (context for admission): First-year fees comprise a combination of one-time charges and annual costs. The application fee is 20,000 JPY, the enrolment fee is 60,000 JPY, and a Building Fund of 84,000 JPY is charged in the first year. The total of these first-year charges is 884,000 JPY. Ongoing annual fees vary by grade, typically ranging from 804,000 JPY to 1,084,000 JPY depending on the level, with a 20% discount for the second child and a 30% discount for the third child when applicable. Prices are illustrative for the 2025–2026 cycle and subject to change. Step 1 — Submit Online Application: The admissions process begins with submitting the online application. A non-refundable processing fee is charged for each application and the fee is valid for one academic year. This step starts the review process and indicates the family's intent to pursue admission. Follow-up steps will be communicated after the fee is received. Step 2 — Submit Supporting Documents: After submitting the online application, families are asked to provide the required supporting documents as instructed by the Admissions Team. The documents are requested to support the application and confirm eligibility and fit for the school's cohort. Timelines for document submission are provided by the Admissions Team and alignment with the review schedule is important. Step 3 — Admissions Team Review: Fully completed applications are reviewed by the Admissions Team to assess suitability, space availability, and alignment with the current cohort's language and learning makeup. The review determines whether an offer can be extended and may consider individual circumstances. Decisions at this stage reflect both academic considerations and the school's capacity. Step 4 — Admissions Decision: The school issues an admissions decision to the family once the review is complete. The decision is communicated to the family and may be contingent on space availability and other factors identified during the review. If admission is offered, next steps for enrollment and fee payment are provided. Step 5 — Enrollment, Orientation and Start Date: If admitted, families proceed with enrollment and payment of applicable fees. The school holds an Admission Ceremony in the first week of April for new entrants, and there is historically a strong pattern of admissions occurring in April; mid-year entries may be possible if vacancies exist. Final start dates and orientation details are provided as part of the admissions decision communications.
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Waitlist	Waitlist —	Waitlist Waitlist / Pool: Tokyo Bay International School operates a waitlist (wait pool) system. A waiting list exists as a channel to fill seats when vacancies arise. For the new academic year, a March 5 deadline is noted for registration, and students can join the waitlist after a fully completed application is in place; waitlisted offers are typically valid for one academic year. If a vacancy opens, those on the waitlist may be offered admission.
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