Musashi International School Tokyo vs UIA International School of Tokyo

	M Musashi International School Tokyo Tokyo, Japan	U UIA International School of Tokyo Tokyo, Japan
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year ¥1,608,000 - 1,819,000	Fees / year ¥1,515,200 - 2,450,700
Age range	Age range 3 - 17 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Pupils	Pupils 90	Pupils 564
Typical class size	Typical class size 10	Typical class size 23
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 2002	Opened 2010
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Musashi International School Tokyo is located in Mitaka, Tokyo, at 9-7-14 Shimorenjaku, Mitaka-shi, Tokyo 181-0013, Japan. The school operates across two Mitaka campuses: the Mitaka Main Campus, which houses the school, kindergarten, English academy, and business school, and the Mitaka Station Campus, which historically housed the English academy and international kindergarten. Both campuses are in the Mitaka area with access from JR trains, making it convenient for international families relocating to Tokyo. (Main Campus address and two-campus setup are cited sources.)	Location UIA International School of Tokyo is located at 3-14-4 Kiba, Koto-ku, Tokyo 135-0042, Japan. The campus is housed in the HAGA PAPER building along Kasaibashi-dori in Kiba, a residential district on Tokyo's eastern edge. The closest rail access is Kiba Station on the Tozai Line, about a 10–15 minute walk away, with additional nearby stations reachable by a short walk. There is no designated visitor parking space at the campus.
Stages	Stages Musashi International School Tokyo serves Kindergarten through Year 12. The Kindergarten program serves ages 3 to 6, while the main campus provides primary through upper secondary education, with Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge A Levels offered. (Kindergarten campus ages and Cambridge pathway are cited sources.)	Stages UIA serves Early Years through Upper Secondary (Grade 12). The school is organized into four sections: Early Years (EY1–EY3), Primary (Grade 1–5), Lower Secondary (Grade 6–8), and Upper Secondary (Grade 9–12).
School type	School type MIST is a co-educational day school.	School type UIA is a co-educational private day school. Boarding is not offered.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix Nationalities represented include Japanese, American, Spanish, Australian, Indian, Chinese, Korean, Brazilian, and others. The school has a Japanese majority among its students; historical data show roughly 80–90% Japanese representation in past years.	Pupil nationality mix UIA has students from more than 28 countries. Current data lists 29 nationalities represented among the student body. The site does not publish a formal local-to-international ratio.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Public materials do not specify dedicated SEN provisions. Some sources note general student support services and extended care; for specifics on Additional Learning Needs, contact admissions.	Additional learning support UIA states that it does not have facilities or resources to accommodate significant learning, emotional or physical disabilities. Enrollment requires students to function within the regular program; families must disclose any additional services being provided; documentation from professionals may be requested; the school may reevaluate the applicant. ESL support is provided for certain grade levels, including a pullout ESL option in Primary and collaborative ESL support in Secondary.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation There is no formal country affiliation listed; the school uses the Cambridge International Examinations framework (a UK-origin curriculum).	Country affiliation No formal country affiliation is listed. The school operates in Japan and offers the Cambridge Curriculum.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation There is no religious affiliation listed for the school.	Religious affiliation No religious affiliation is listed.
School day structure	School day structure Kindergarten day starts around 8:10–8:30 and runs to 14:15 for core hours, with extended care available from 14:16 to 17:00. Lunch is provided. Older-year schedules are not publicly published, but the Cambridge pathway is delivered across primary and secondary.	School day structure The school day starts at 8:40 AM. Early Years finish at 1:40 PM; Grades 1–12 finish at 3:30 PM. In Primary, there are scheduled recess and lunch periods (e.g., recess at 10:30, lunch at 12:20).
Bus service details	Bus service details A school bus service is offered. Details on routes and providers are not publicly published; families can inquire about transport options.	Bus service details UIA offers a free school bus service. Routes are developed and fixed at the start of each academic year. For Early Years, a parent must be at the bus stop wearing a lanyard; if a parent is not present, the child cannot disembark and will be returned to the Kiba campus with a penalty. The bus may arrive earlier or later depending on traffic; if the bus does not arrive within 20 minutes of the scheduled time, contact 080-1187-9407. If you need to cancel the service for the day, inform UIA in advance.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application and assessment fees - Application (entrance examination) fee by level: Elementary (Year 1–6) — JPY 34,500; Middle School — JPY 39,500; Upper Secondary (Year 10–11) — JPY 82,500; Advanced (Year 12–13) — JPY 89,500. One‑time initial (pre‑enrolment) fees - Registration fee (school registration): JPY 200,000. - Entrance (admission) fee: JPY 300,000 (amount shown for general entry level). - Campus / facilities development fee: JPY 210,000. - Example: for a Grade 1 (six‑year‑old) new enrolment the published one‑time initial fees sum to JPY 200,000 + JPY 300,000 + JPY 210,000 = JPY 710,000; the same published source shows the total first‑year cost for Grade 1 (initial one‑time fees plus the annual tuition) as JPY 2,318,000. Annual tuition fees by year group (published amounts for the 2025/2026 academic year) - Kindergarten (Kindg.1 / Kindg.2 / Kindg.3): JPY 1,637,000 per year. - Grade 1 to Grade 5 (Primary Years): JPY 1,608,000 per year. - Grade 6 to Grade 8 (Lower Secondary / Middle): JPY 1,765,000 per year. - Grade 9 to Grade 12 (Upper Secondary / IGCSE / A‑Level years): JPY 1,819,000 per year. Per‑term (three‑term calendar) — illustrative instalments (inference) - The school operates on a three‑term calendar (Term 1: Sep–Dec; Term 2: Jan–Mar; Term 3: Apr–Jul). If annual tuition is billed in three equal term instalments, each term instalment can be estimated by dividing the annual tuition by three. For example: - Kindergarten term instalment (estimated): JPY 1,637,000 / 3 ≈ JPY 545,667 per term. - Grade 1–5 term instalment (estimated): JPY 1,608,000 / 3 ≈ JPY 536,000 per term. - Grade 6–8 term instalment (estimated): JPY 1,765,000 / 3 ≈ JPY 588,333 per term. - Grade 9–12 term instalment (estimated): JPY 1,819,000 / 3 ≈ JPY 606,333 per term. Note: the per‑term figures above are calculated by dividing the published annual tuition by three; the calculation is an inference based on the published three‑term academic structure and the published annual tuition figures. The school's actual billing instalment amounts and whether fees are split equally by term should be confirmed with admissions. Billing schedule and payment terms (published guidance) - Admissions notices indicate the typical timing for fee collection during the admissions cycle: the school requires the registration (school registration) payment within two weeks of the offer/acceptance notice, and remaining initial and annual fees are generally required by the July payment deadline preceding the new school year. These payment‑timing points are stated in the school's published admissions announcements. - A published lump‑sum (one‑time) payment discount is applied in some cases (a one‑time discount for full annual payment at the start of the year is recorded in school fee summaries). Boarding / residential provision - The school does not operate boarding residential facilities; it is a day (commuter) school. Other mandatory and typical additional costs - Maintenance / school running fees, event fees and PTA membership fees are published as recurring annual charges in the school's fee breakdown for different levels (examples from published level breakdowns): maintenance/“running” fees in the JPY 120,000 range, event/activity fees ranging from JPY 100,000–150,000 depending on level, and a PTA fee of JPY 5,000. These items appear in the school's level‑by‑level fee breakdowns. - Preschool / kindergarten initial and annual figures differ from primary/secondary figures; one published preschool summary shows an initial fee set (application fee JPY 19,500; registration JPY 200,000; entrance JPY 150,000; facility fee JPY 210,000) and an annual preschool tuition figure of JPY 1,238,000. - After‑school care (child care to 17:30), extra‑curricular classes, seasonal school programs and school bus services are offered and are charged in addition to standard tuition; published school summaries note that these services carry additional fees. Bus service routes are published but specific bus fees are itemised separately. - School development / campus fees and other one‑off charges (listed above) are collected at enrolment in addition to the annual tuition amount. Sibling discounts and concessions (published variations) - Published information on sibling discounts varies between sources: one published summary records a second child discount of 5% and a third child discount of 30% on tuition; another published school summary records a second child discount of 10% and a third child discount of 15%. These differing published extracts should be noted when assessing sibling concessions. Refund / cancellation information (published availability) - The school's published admissions notices state payment deadlines and the timetable for registration and remaining fee payments, but a comprehensive, itemised refund/cancellation schedule (for example specific refund percentages by withdrawal date) is not clearly published in the accessible admissions notices and fee summaries that accompany the fee tables. Parents should note that the school's admissions material sets firm due dates for registration and remaining fees. Fee payment options (how invoices are issued and typical payment methods) - Application fees are invoiced and paid through the OpenApply admissions system used by the school; the OpenApply guidance shows how parents obtain an invoice and complete payment of the application fee via the OpenApply invoicing workflow. - OpenApply / invoicing systems commonly support payment by bank transfer and by credit card (OpenApply/related invoicing documentation lists credit card and bank transfer among accepted invoice payment methods); schools commonly issue invoices that give specific bank transfer details or a payment link. The school's admissions announcements state invoice/due‑date practices and the need to settle registration and other fees by their stated due dates. Summary of the most significant published figures - One‑time initial fees commonly published for new primary entrants: Registration JPY 200,000; Entrance JPY 300,000; Campus development JPY 210,000 (total one‑time initial ≈ JPY 710,000). Annual tuition examples (published for 2025/2026): Kindergarten JPY 1,637,000; Grades 1–5 JPY 1,608,000; Grades 6–8 JPY 1,765,000; Grades 9–12 JPY 1,819,000.	Fee details Application / Assessment Fees - Admissions (application) fee: JPY 11,000 (non‑refundable). Payment of the application fee is required on the day of assessment (cash is requested for the assessment-day payment). One‑time / Enrollment Fees (charged at enrolment) - Registration fee (one‑time): JPY 77,000. - Building / Facilities maintenance fee (one‑time): JPY 77,000. Tuition fees by year group (annual amounts) - Early Years / Kindergarten (example figures reproduced from the published fee structure): - K1 / Kindg. 1 — Total annual fees shown by published sources: approximately JPY 1,685,200. - K2 / Kindg. 2 — Total first‑year figure example (including one‑time items): JPY 1,680,200 (example breakdown in published fee documents shows an annual tuition figure plus book and one‑time fees). - K3 / Kindg. 3 — Total annual fees shown: approximately JPY 1,691,200. - Primary and Secondary (annual totals by grade, examples reproduced from published fee materials): - Grade 1 — Total annual fees shown: JPY 2,055,100. - Grade 2 — JPY 2,059,500. - Grade 3 — JPY 2,063,900. - Grade 4 — JPY 2,060,600. - Grade 5 — JPY 2,062,800. - Grade 6 — JPY 2,248,700. - Grade 7 — JPY 2,246,500. - Grade 8 — JPY 2,253,100. - Grade 9 — JPY 2,624,500. - Grade 10 — JPY 2,615,700. - Grade 11 — JPY 2,154,900. - Grade 12 — JPY 2,154,900. - Note: the figures above reflect the published annual totals used in the school's fee documents for the current academic cycle. The school's formal Fee Structure and Fee Policy documents include the detailed line‑by‑line breakdown (tuition, books, management/miscellaneous items) that make up the totals cited here. Per‑term / instalment billing - Tuition amounts are quoted as annual figures. The school publishes an official payment schedule that sets the exact instalment options, per‑term or monthly breakdowns and payment deadlines for the academic year; those payment schedule documents determine the per‑term instalment amounts and due dates. Parents are expected to follow the published payment schedule. Billing schedule and payment terms (procedural points) - Withdrawal notice: the school requires formal notice of withdrawal at least 14 days prior to the desired date of withdrawal. Transcripts/records require 14 days' notice. If fees remain unpaid at the time of withdrawal, outstanding amounts must be paid by manual bank transfer at least seven (7) days prior to the withdrawal date. - Refunds: refund rules are set out in the school's Fee Policy documents; the Withdrawal Policy directs parents to those fee policy documents for the refund schedule and conditions. Boarding / Residential fees - There is no boarding or homestay program; UIA is not a boarding school, so no boarding fees apply. Other recurring or optional costs - Textbook / book fees: published fee summaries include book fees (examples show book fees in the range shown per grade—e.g., a book fee example for Early Years/Kindergarten is noted around JPY 20,000 in published fee breakdowns). - Management / miscellaneous fees and activity fees: published fee documents show management/other miscellaneous charges and activity/insurance items as separate line items in the first‑year and annual breakdowns (examples include management fees and miscellaneous/activity fees). - After‑care / After‑school program: after‑care is available for Early Years and carries an extra fee; the school publishes a separate aftercare fee policy. - Summer school and short programs: the school offers summer‑school weeks with separate weekly fees (example published weekly fees are shown for Summer School sessions). Refunds and adjustments - The school's Withdrawal Policy requires the formal Notice of Withdrawal and payment of outstanding balances before documents are released. The published Withdrawal Policy refers parents to the Fee Policy for precise refund entitlement and timing. Specific refund percentages or pro‑rata calculations are set in the Fee Policy document. Fee‑discounts and concessions - Sibling discount: a discount is applied for multiple siblings enrolled concurrently — 10% off the tuition fee for the first (younger) sibling and 15% off for additional (younger) siblings, per the school's fee policy. Returnee waiver: in certain circumstances the registration fee (one‑time JPY 77,000) may be waived for returning students who meet the school's returnee conditions. Payment methods and where to pay - Application fee at assessment: the admissions process requires the application fee (JPY 11,000) to be paid in cash on the assessment day. - General tuition and other fees: the school's accounts office administers payment arrangements and publishes the payment schedule and acceptable payment methods; parents should use the payment instructions and account details provided by the school's accounts administration (the school lists accounts@uia.jp for payment enquiries). Summary points to note - Annual tuition figures and one‑time enrolment fees are published in the school's formal Fee Structure and Fee Policy for the 2025–2026 academic cycle; the figures shown above reflect the published annual totals and common one‑time charges (application, registration, building/facilities). - The school issues a formal payment schedule that sets the instalment amounts and deadlines; the Withdrawal Policy sets notice periods and requires settlement of outstanding balances prior to withdrawal.
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Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Musashi International School Tokyo (MIST) is an English-medium school in Mitaka, Tokyo, serving students from Kindergarten through Year 13 (ages 3–17). The curriculum follows the Cambridge International framework, starting with the Early Years Foundation Stage in Kindergarten and continuing through Cambridge Primary, Cambridge Lower Secondary, Cambridge IGCSE, and Cambridge A Levels. In Primary, students undertake the Cambridge Primary Programme with Cambridge Primary Checkpoint assessments; in Lower Secondary they progress through Cambridge Lower Secondary Checkpoints; in Upper Secondary they prepare for Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge A Levels. The school teaches in English, with Japanese taught as a language. Beyond core academics, the curriculum includes STEM, outdoor education, and service and sustainability as key learning strengths.	Curriculum details UIA International School of Tokyo delivers a Cambridge Curriculum from Early Years through Grade 12, with English as the medium of instruction. Preschool Education (K3) begins with Cambridge Curriculum Stage 1 (Dolphins, age 5) and continues through to Grade 12, culminating in A Levels. Primary (K1–Grade 5, typically ages 5–11) uses Cambridge Primary with core subjects—English, Maths, Science, Social Studies—plus a second language and access to ICT, library, and science facilities. Lower Secondary (Grades 6–8) combines Cambridge Secondary with UIA's internal curriculums, offering core subjects along with Music, Art & Design, Computing, Values Education and a second language. IGCSE pathway begins in Grade 9 with Cambridge IGCSE exams at the end of Grade 10, followed by Cambridge AS & A Levels in Grades 11–12. Assessment includes Cambridge Progression Tests and Cambridge Checkpoint, alongside ongoing classroom assessment, with English-only instruction across the school.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
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English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language —
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Facilities	Facilities
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Fees (as of January 2026): - One-time (new student) fees: Registration 200,000 JPY; Entrance 300,000 JPY (for primary/secondary levels; Kindergarten entrance may be 150,000 JPY per some preschool fee listings); Campus Development 210,000 JPY; Application fee for preschool programs is listed as 19,500 JPY in some published preschool materials. First-year total for a student entering Kindergarten or Primary (excluding any application fee) is commonly cited as 2,318,000 JPY, which includes 1,608,000 JPY annual tuition plus 710,000 JPY in one-time fees. Note that figures vary by year and program level, and the first-year total does not include an application fee if shown separately. (Sources show the 2,318,000 JPY first-year total and the 1,608,000 JPY annual tuition for the year, with the one-time fees of 200,000 + 300,000 + 210,000 JPY.) - Annual tuition (per year by grade): Kindergarten 3-year sequence: 1,637,000 JPY; Grade 1–Grade 5: 1,608,000 JPY; Grade 6–Grade 8: 1,765,000 JPY; Grade 9–Grade 12: 1,819,000 JPY. These figures reflect published 2025/2026 tuition levels by grade. (Sources show the per-year tuition by grade range.) - Other costs: The school offers bus service; meals and other activities may be available as part of or in addition to the base fees. (Bus service indicated in open directory entry.) - Notable notes: Fee structures are year- and program-specific and may change; refer to current admissions communications for the exact amounts for your child's grade. Admissions process (step-by-step, current understanding): 1. Info session or campus tour: Families can request an info session or tour through the school's admissions contact options. Sessions are offered in English and Japanese, and you can choose a date/event that fits your schedule. Completing the Info Session/Tour form or emailing the admissions team initiates this step. The school also publishes online information sessions and tours as part of its outreach. 2. Online application submission: Applications are submitted online through the school's admission process. The school has previously announced that applications for the school year are accepted via online formats. Begin the online application as early as possible to secure a seat. 3. Admissions assessment: Applicants may undergo an assessment interview and subject tests, with content varying by grade level and prior reports/transcripts. Assessments are used to determine readiness for Cambridge Primary/IGCSE/A‑Level tracks where applicable. 4. Result notification: Results are communicated within about one week after the interview, depending on grade level and space availability. 5. Registration and deposit deadlines: For accepted applicants, the registration fee is due within about two weeks after notification of the result, with the remaining initial and annual fees due by a specified date. Exact deadlines may vary by year and program. 6. Enrollment and start date: Grade placement is determined by age as of September 1, and the school year typically aligns with Cambridge program cycles (e.g., starting in September). For example, Year 1 starts when the child is of the appropriate age on the cut‑off date. Notes on current practice and pathways: In 2023–2024, the school announced that Year 1–Year 6 admissions for a September start would be in two phases to accommodate demand, and that applications for the kindergarten were being managed while floor space and class sizes were adjusted. Applications are processed online, and inquiries can be directed to the admissions team. Languages and program context: Musashi International School Tokyo uses Cambridge International programming and conducts instruction primarily in English; information about Cambridge tracks and age/grade correlations is published in school communications. Current contact options and info: The school lists an Info Session/Tour form and a direct admissions inquiry channel on its site. Sources and further reading (for the figures and process outline): OpenApply directory entry for Musashi International School Tokyo; 2023–2024 and 2024–2025 admission notices and communications; preschool fee listings from published materials; first-year and annual tuition figures from published fee schedules. (Cited sources: OpenApply directory entry for MIST; March 2023 admission notice; 2024–2025 admissions communications; International Schools Database fee data; preschool fee listings.)	Admissions 1. Review the Admissions Handbook. Download and study the Admissions Handbook to understand the full admissions process and school rules. The handbook also covers class placement, the fee structure, and bus routes, which are important for planning and timelines. This step ensures you know exactly which documents and deadlines apply to your application. 2. Apply and arrange a school tour or inquiry online. Submit the OpenApply registration of interest and you can list up to three possible tour dates. The school welcomes visitors from 9:00 to 15:00, Monday through Friday, and the on-site tour is free of charge. 3. School visit and assessment. During the visit you will receive an overview of UIA's mission, philosophy, and curriculum, followed by an in-school assessment conducted by the academic team with a prior appointment. The assessment can take place on the same day as the visit or on a different day. On the day of the assessment, bring the completed Admissions Application Form (in English or Japanese), all documents listed in Section 8 of the Admissions Handbook, and an application fee of ¥11,000 (non-refundable). Additional items required include proof of date of birth, copies of residence cards, health insurance proof, a Health History Form, a Student-Parent Agreement, copies of the last two years' report cards (for EY3 and above), a letter of recommendation, and a transfer/Leaving certificate if applicable. 4. Respond to admissions decision. After the tour and assessment, the admissions team verifies the documents and sends the results by email within five working days. The parent must acknowledge acceptance within seven business days and pay the initial invoice to secure the admission. The academic decision is final, and the school may cancel admission if any information provided is falsified. 5. Eligibility and placement details. Admissions depend on available vacancy and appropriate class placement, plus submission of all required documents and a valid visa for foreign residents. For Early Years, there may be a one-day trial class; for older grades, applicants are evaluated with a written test.
Scholarships	Scholarships Scholarships: Musashi International School Tokyo does not list scholarships in the OpenApply directory entry; there is no published scholarship program listed for this school in that directory.	Scholarships UIA offers the Future Leaders Scholarship Program for Grades 9–12. Eligible students must be in or entering Grades 9–12 and have a grade average of A* (90%) or above to be invited to apply. The process requires a written essay and an in-person interview; notices of selection or rejection are final. Scholarships are reviewed on a semester basis and must be maintained at an A* average to continue; if the average falls below 90%, the scholarship is canceled, and renewal is possible if eligibility is reestablished. The scholarship awards 50% of tuition for each eligible grade (two scholarships per grade level: Grades 9–12), and are not combinable with other tuition reductions. End-of-year continuation may be possible if eligibility criteria continue to be met. The application deadline for the current academic year is Friday, April 12th. Scholarships apply to tuition fees only and do not cover other school-related fees. Note: UIA's FAQs indicate that scholarships are not offered for applying students, which may reflect alternative or outdated guidance.
Waitlist	Waitlist Waitlist/pool: Musashi International School Tokyo does not operate a waitlist. OpenApply's directory entry for MIST shows Waiting List: No, indicating there is no formal waiting pool; spaces are allocated as they become available and applications can be submitted online.	Waitlist UIA maintains waiting pools for some year groups due to classroom size limits. Maximum seats per class are EY1: 19–21; Grade 1–12: 24. A child may be placed on the waiting list after completing the application process, passing the assessment with a positive result from the Academic Team, and paying the Admissions Application Fee of ¥11,000. The waiting-list offer is valid for one academic year; if no vacancy opens by the end of the year, families may need to reapply for the next academic year's grade level, and a student cannot be on waiting lists for two different grade levels. Priority on the waiting list is not first-come, first-served; criteria such as gender balance are considered, and the Academic Team makes the final decision. The waiting list is capped at 10 students per grade level for the academic year, and admissions may close once the limit is reached. Waitlisted students should continue their current education and may be asked to provide updated transcripts. UIA will contact families as seats become available and they must respond within 10 working days; starting dates can be chosen within a 3-month window.
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