Tokyo YMCA International School vs Yoyogi International School - Jinnan Campus

	T Tokyo YMCA International School Tokyo, Japan	Y Yoyogi International School - Jinnan Campus Tokyo, Japan
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year ¥2,346,000 - 2,973,000	Fees / year ¥2,568,000 - 2,685,000
Age range	Age range 5 - 17 years	Age range 7 - 14 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), American Curriculum, British Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 190	Pupils 120
Typical class size	Typical class size 20	Typical class size 15
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1998	Opened 1999
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Tokyo YMCA International School (TYIS) is located at 2-2-20 Toyo, Koto-ku, Tokyo 135-0016. The campus is in eastern Tokyo (Koto-ku) and is most accessible by public transport, with Toyocho Station on the Tozai Line as the closest rail option (Exit 2). There is no on-site parking; nearby coin parking is available. Access is primarily by train, and TYIS offers a bus service with routes arranged based on the number of students and pick-up points at major landmarks in the area.	Location Yoyogi International School operates two campuses in Shibuya, Tokyo. The Yoyogi Campus (Kindergarten–Grade 1) is near the West Gate of Yoyogi Park and is within a short walk from Yoyogi-koen Station (Chiyoda Line) and Yoyogi-Hachiman Station (Odakyu Line). The Jinnan Campus (Grade 2–8) is located about 700 meters south of Yoyogi Park, in the Shibuya area, and about a 10-minute walk from Shibuya Station and Yoyogi-koen Station. The campuses are centrally located, with access to nearby parks, cultural venues, and city amenities.
Stages	Stages TYIS offers a full K5 program through High School. The school organizes its curriculum into K5, Elementary, Middle School, and High School, with an affiliated pre-K program provided by Tokyo YMCA International Kids Garden. Admission documents show a progression from Kindergarten through Grade 12, and age-grade mappings confirm the inclusion of Grade 10 (and beyond) as part of the high school pathway.	Stages The Yoyogi Campus houses Kindergarten through Grade 1, while the Jinnan Campus serves Grades 2–8. This structure supports a progression from early years to middle elementary on separate sites.
School type	School type TYIS is a co-educational international day school. It operates alongside an affiliated pre-K program, Tokyo YMCA International Kids Garden, which serves younger children.	School type The school operates as a co-educational day school. There is no indication of boarding facilities.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix Families come from more than 30 countries, and about 70% of the student body are foreign nationals. Nationalities are capped at a maximum of one third of a class to maintain diversity.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support TYIS provides English language support through programs such as Academic Support for Kids (ASK) for ESL/ELL learners. The school emphasises English-language instruction and multilingual development, with native teachers and language support as part of its offering; the program is described as English-based with additional language supports for students who need them.	Additional learning support English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is offered, with an EAL fee published in tuition information. The admissions process also provides for learning support considerations and behavioural concerns disclosures. Class sizes are small, with a maximum of 16 students per class in Kindergarten.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation There is no formal country affiliation; TYIS follows a North American-style curriculum and is part of the Tokyo YMCA network, including an affiliated Kids Garden program.	Country affiliation No formal country affiliation is stated; the school is located in Japan. The host country is Japan.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation TYIS has no explicit religious affiliation stated; it operates within the YMCA network and emphasizes YMCA values (Encounter, Connect, Transform) rather than a denomination.	Religious affiliation No religious affiliation is indicated; the school follows an international IB framework and secular program components.
School day structure	School day structure The standard school day typically begins around 8:30 am and ends around 2:45 pm. A school lunch is available for students, and the schedule may vary by grade level. The school employs a structured assessment and reporting framework with multiple report cycles and parent conferences.	School day structure Kindergarten classes run from 8:30 to 15:30. After-school activities run from 15:45 to 16:45. Details about daily schedules for other grades are not publicly published, but after-school programs are available at both campuses.
Bus service details	Bus service details TYIS offers a school bus service. Routes are determined by the number of students and pick-up points are located at major landmarks rather than individual homes; not all requests can be accommodated. Bus routes are finalized after all bus application forms are received, and pick-up/drop-off times can be early or late due to traffic and weather conditions.	Bus service details A morning and afternoon bus service is offered with fees separate from tuition. Three dedicated buses operate routes serving areas such as Roppongi, Aoyama, Shirokane, Shinjuku, Ichigaya, and Meguro; routes for 2025–2026 are published by the school. For specific route details, contact admissions.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application and One‑time Fees - Application Fee (first-time applicants): JPY 22,000. - Entrance Fee (one‑time, non‑refundable): JPY 275,000. - School Development Fee (one‑time, non‑refundable): JPY 220,000. Annual Tuition and Maintenance (by year group) - Tuition (annual, all divisions K–12): JPY 2,148,000 per year. - Maintenance Fee (annual, all divisions K–12): JPY 198,000 per year. - Middle School trip (annual, where applicable): JPY 110,000. - High School trip (annual, where applicable): JPY 110,000. - Example annual totals shown: - Kindergarten / Elementary — New enrollee total: JPY 2,863,000; Continuing student total: JPY 2,346,000. - Middle School — New enrollee total: JPY 2,973,000; Continuing student total: JPY 2,456,000. - High School — New enrollee total: JPY 2,973,000; Continuing student total: JPY 2,456,000. Per‑term amounts and how payments are charged - The school charges tuition on an annual basis but permits payment by equal installments across three term payments. The published installment schedule and administration fee apply. - Derived per‑term breakdown (annual tuition and maintenance divided equally across three terms): - Tuition per term (annual JPY 2,148,000 ÷ 3): JPY 716,000 per term (this is the annual tuition divided equally by three). - Maintenance per term (annual JPY 198,000 ÷ 3): JPY 66,000 per term. - Combined tuition + maintenance per term (continuing student): JPY 782,000 per term (derived). - First invoice for new enrollees will include the one‑time Application, Entrance and School Development fees in addition to the term charge; the three one‑time fees together total JPY 517,000 (JPY 22,000 + JPY 275,000 + JPY 220,000). These one‑time charges are payable at initial registration. (Per‑term amounts above are derived by equal division of annual figures; the school invoices annual and first‑time charges as noted.) Installment schedule and administration fee - Installment due dates: - Term 1: after acceptance or by the end of June of the preceding school year. - Term 2: mid October of the enrolled school year. - Term 3: mid February of the enrolled school year. - Administration fee for installment plan: JPY 15,400 per term (10% consumption tax included). - Tuition is due 10 business days after formal acceptance; for applicants accepted after June 1, tuition is due immediately upon acceptance. Registration is complete only after all invoiced fees have been paid; the student's first day of school will be 14 days after payment of all fees and tuition. Additional recurring and optional fees - ASK (Academic Support for Kids) services — fee per term: Intensive JPY 154,000; Moderate JPY 88,000; Mild JPY 44,000; Middle School ASK JPY 110,000. (G9 and up not eligible for ASK.) - School lunch (fee per term): Kindergarten JPY 42,340; Elementary JPY 48,140; Middle School and High School JPY 51,040. - Camp fees (subject to change): Fall Camp (K5–G6) JPY 44,000; Nojiri Camp (MS/HS) JPY 88,000; Ski Camp (G1–G6) JPY 88,000. - School bus (subject to change): annual and per‑term options by route: - Koto‑ku round trip annual JPY 356,400 (per term JPY 118,800); one‑way annual JPY 217,800 (per term JPY 72,600). - Other wards round trip annual JPY 475,200 (per term JPY 158,400); one‑way annual JPY 277,200 (per term JPY 92,400). - PTA fee: annual JPY 10,000 (pro‑rata if joining after Term 2: JPY 5,000; after Term 3: JPY 2,000). - Additional possible costs: fees for high school overseas university visits and other administration fees may apply. Sibling discounts and scholarships - Sibling discount on tuition: second child receives a 10% discount on the tuition fee; third child receives a 50% discount on the tuition fee (discounts apply only to tuition). - Entrance scholarship: a one‑time entrance scholarship of JPY 200,000 may be awarded under the school's scholarship process; families pay full fees initially and receive a reimbursement for the scholarship amount after enrollment processing if awarded. Refunds and mid‑term entry - Applicants who register mid‑term are charged a prorated percentage of tuition for that term. - If a student withdraws before the end of the academic year, the school will refund the tuition for the term(s) in which the student will not be attending. No refund is issued for withdrawal from the school after a term has begun; no refund for a term will be issued after that term has started. - The Entrance and School Development Fees are non‑refundable in all cases. Boarding (residency) and day‑school status - Boarding is not part of the school's offerings; the school operates as a day school and provides school‑bus services for student transport. Boarding fees are not applicable. Uniforms and other parent‑paid supplies - The school uses a uniform policy (blazer and other items are part of the required dress). Specific uniform items and costs are not listed in the published fee schedule and are purchased separately by families. Expect uniform purchase as an additional expense. Payment methods and invoicing - Fees are invoiced at acceptance; invoices include payment instructions. Bank transfer payment instructions and bank account details are used for YMCA programs and are provided with program invoices and payment instructions. Credit‑card payment is accepted for certain YMCA online transactions (for example donations); the invoiced tuition payment method is typically bank transfer as shown in YMCA program payment instructions. Parents should follow the payment instructions on the invoice. Notes on taxation and administration - All published costs are subject to Japan's consumption tax (10%) where noted; many listed amounts include the 10% consumption tax. - Tuition fees are subject to annual increases (the school indicates planned increases of approximately 5–8% annually for several years).	Fee details Application & enrolment fees - Application Fee: JPY 33,000 (non-refundable). Applicants may pay the application fee by bank transfer or by credit card. - Registration Fee: JPY 330,000 (listed as an enrolment fee, non-refundable for new students). - Campus Development and Maintenance Fee: JPY 440,000 (listed as an enrolment fee, non-refundable for new students). Annual tuition and term breakdown (tuition payable by term) - Primary Years Programme (Kindergarten – Grade 5) - Educational Development Fee: JPY 150,000. - Annual tuition: JPY 2,568,000, payable in three term payments of JPY 856,000 each. - Middle School Programme (Grades 6–8) - Educational Development Fee: JPY 188,000. - Term payments shown as JPY 895,000 per term (three terms), which corresponds to total term payments of JPY 2,685,000. The published term amounts and the single-line annual figure differ in the original listing; the term-by-term values are JPY 895,000 / JPY 895,000 / JPY 895,000. - EAL (English as an Additional Language) fee - JPY 110,000 per term; annual total JPY 330,000 when taken for the full year. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition is charged by term and is payable per term. Payment instructions are issued on the school invoice. Ten percent tax is included in all tuition and fees. - For students enrolling after the school year has started, tuition and bus fees are prorated by the week. No sibling discount is available. - Payment should be made by bank transfer under the child's name, using the account code shown on the invoice. The school accepts bank transfers; the application fee can also be paid by credit card. International bank transfers may carry a JPY 2,500 bank charge notation and parents are asked to ensure any bank charges are covered so the full amount is received. Boarding fees - Boarding is not offered at these campuses; there are no boarding fees listed. The school operates day campuses with classes assigned to the Yoyogi and Jinnan locations. Other costs and optional charges - Uniforms: Wearing a uniform is required. School-sold tops (light blue polo shirts, PE shirts, hoodies with logo) are purchased via the school's uniform order form; plain dark blue bottoms may be purchased by parents or via the school order form. Uniform payments are processed by bank transfer per the invoice. Specific item prices are set through the uniform order form rather than in the tuition listing. - Bus service: A morning and afternoon bus service is available; the bus fee is charged separately from tuition. Routes and detailed information are provided for the school year; bus fees and route-specific pricing are supplied by the school on request. Bus fees are also prorated for mid-term enrolment. - Additional program fees: Summer school and activity programs have separate pricing and payment rules (example: week/session pricing and refund rules for summer programs). These are charged in addition to regular tuition when applicable. Refund information - Enrolment fees listed as “non-refundable” (application fee, registration fee and campus development/maintenance fee are charged per new student and identified as non-refundable). The application fee is explicitly non-refundable in all cases. - For optional programs such as summer camps, if the program is cancelled by the school the full funds will be refunded or redirected; some program pages specify no refunds or cancellations after the payment due date. Fee payment options and bank details - Accepted methods: bank transfer is the primary payment method for tuition and most school invoices; the application fee may also be paid by credit card through the school's payment form. Bank transfer instructions (bank name, branch, account number, SWIFT code and international-transfer notes) are provided on the school payment pages and must be used exactly as instructed (payer name should match the child's name). Parents are requested to ensure international transfer charges are covered so the full invoiced amount is received. Notes and practical points - All amounts above are shown in Japanese yen (JPY) and include tax where specified. - Enrollment is confirmed upon payment of the tuition fee (corporate/embassy sponsorship procedures differ and can require a payment agreement and registration fee). The application process requires payment of the non-refundable application fee before an application is considered complete.
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Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The TYIS curriculum follows a North American framework and incorporates Common Core standards with a cohesive grade-level progression. Core subjects are Language Arts, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies, with co-curricular classes that enrich the curriculum and include Physical Education, Swimming, Music, Art, Computer Skills and Japanese. The program emphasizes developing independent, creative, proactive global citizens and incorporates a range of social and life-skill activities such as fall camps, ski camps, a science fair, a spelling bee, a talent show, sports day and a seasonal concert. Professional development supports teacher growth in pedagogy, inclusion and equity, technology, and discipline-specific knowledge. The Elementary curriculum is taught in English and follows North American standards, with reading support through Accelerated Reader and progress-tracking tools including i-Ready for language arts and math. The High School and Middle School programs extend these foundations, with a U.S.-style high school experience, a dual track in math and science, university guidance and SAT preparation, and opportunities for inquiry-based learning and experiential education.	Curriculum details The school is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP). The curriculum is drawn from the US Common Core and the UK National Curriculum and is delivered through inquiry-based learning for international and global-minded students. English is the language of instruction, with Japanese taught as an additional language. Yoyogi Campus serves Kindergarten through Grade 1, while Jinnan Campus serves Grades 2 through 8. Class hours are 8:30 to 3:30 with a student–teacher ratio of 16:1 in Kindergarten, 18:1 in Grades 1–5, and 20:1 in Grades 6–8.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio Kindergarten 16:1; Grades 1–5 18:1; Grades 6–8 20:1.
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Higher education progression	Higher education progression Graduates are prepared for higher education at international universities. The high school program is modeled after a U.S. high school experience and includes university guidance and SAT test prep. A dual track system supports advanced study in math and science, with elective options in arts, foreign language, information technology and vocational skills.	Higher education progression High School (MYP) Grade 9 will start in August 2026. The expansion includes pursuing authorization for the Diploma Programme (DP) for Grades 11–12.
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions The school teaches an English-based North American curriculum for K5 through 9th grade, with a High School opening starting in 2025-2026 (Grade 10). The K5 curriculum Foundation follows North American standards, including the Common Core, and offers core subjects (Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies) plus weekly co-curriculars that include physical education, swimming, music, art, computer skills and Japanese. Testing includes formative and summative assessments, supported by i-Ready language arts and math and Accelerated Reader. TYIS offers instruction in English with additional language support as needed. The school is located at 2-2-20 Toyo, Koto-ku, Tokyo 135-0016, and is accessible from Toyocho Station (Tozai Line); there is no on-site parking.	Admissions Step 1: Check eligibility. The birthday cut‑off date is 31 August, and child age must meet the requirements for the appropriate section for the 2025–2026 or 2026–2027 academic years. The Jinnan Campus serves Grades 2–8 and is located at 7-1, Udagawacho, Shibuya‑ku, Tokyo 150-0042. Step 2: Complete the online Application Form on the Apply page. You will provide basic information about your child and family and select your preferred payment method. Step 3: Pay the non‑refundable application fee of JPY 33,000. The application will not be considered complete until the payment is received. Step 4: Submit the required documents: school reports (most recent academic year), identification documents (passport/ID photographs), and the Confidential Recommendation Form completed by the current or previous school. If a school report is in a language other than English, an English translation is preferred. Step 5: The Admissions Office reviews the application and will communicate the status. Step 6: If reports and references are satisfactory and there is space in the relevant year group, the student may be invited for a screening to determine how best the School can support their learning; assessment sessions are scheduled at the School's discretion. Step 7: Admissions decisions consider factors such as space availability, English language ability, social maturity, and previous school records; applicants may be placed in a wait pool if a year group is at capacity. English is the language of instruction; EAL support is available after discussion with the Admissions Team. Conditional enrollment may be offered for English learners; the School notes it cannot enroll students whose learning needs exceed current resources. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis for the 2025–2026 year and continue to be reviewed as spaces become available. For reference, Grade placement is guided by the School's Grade Placement process and is part of the admitted decision workflow.
Scholarships	Scholarships Tuition and Fees: 2026-2027 fee schedule includes an application fee of 22,000 JPY, entrance fee 275,000 JPY, school development fee 220,000 JPY, and annual tuition and maintenance fees (Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle, High School) as published. Sibling discounts apply: 10% off for the second child and 50% off for the third child on tuition. Fees are tax-inclusive. Payment can be made in installments with an administration fee. Additional costs include school lunch, ASK services (English language supports), camp fees, bus services, and PTA fees. The first day of school is 14 days after all fees are paid; if accepted after June 1, tuition is due upon acceptance. Note: tuition may increase yearly. The school also offers a Middle School Enrollment Scholarship with its own criteria and application process.	Scholarships —
Waitlist	Waitlist —	Waitlist Wait pool: When a year group is at capacity, applicants are placed in the wait pool. Applications are accepted throughout the year and reviewed on a rolling basis, subject to space availability. The Admissions Office informs families about enrollment trends and when seats become available. The number of applicants in the wait pool is not disclosed.
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