Japanese International School

The school integrates Social and Emotional Learning through its Personal, Social and Physical Education (PSPE) programme and the Zones of Regulation framework. Students learn to identify and manage emotions, build healthy relationships, and develop self-awareness and self-control. Mindfulness, conflict resolution, and digital citizenship are regularly taught as part of classroom routines. The school’s Student Support and Well-Being team works with classroom teachers to monitor progress and guide behaviour and emotional development. SEL is embedded into the daily life of the school through assemblies, class discussions, and whole-school wellbeing initiatives.

The Japanese International School is an inclusive, mainstream primary school that supports students with additional learning needs within the general classroom setting where possible. Support includes differentiated instruction, individualised plans, and collaboration between teachers, parents, and external professionals. The school’s approach focuses on early identification and regular monitoring of each child’s progress. Specialist SEN staff or external consultants are engaged when additional expertise is required. The school is not a specialist SEN institution but works to accommodate a range of mild to moderate learning needs through flexible teaching and targeted support.

The school welcomes students from diverse linguistic backgrounds and provides language support within classroom settings to help non-native English speakers access the curriculum. English is the medium of instruction, while Mandarin or Japanese is taught as an additional language. Teachers adapt learning materials and provide vocabulary scaffolding and additional guidance during lessons. However, the school does not publicly outline a separate or formal EAL programme, and details of specialist EAL staffing are not disclosed on the website.

The school promotes mental well-being through its PSPE curriculum, pastoral care, and a nurturing school culture. Students learn strategies for emotional regulation, empathy, and resilience. Teachers receive guidance from the Student Support and Well-Being team, which provides follow-up for individual concerns. Mindfulness and reflection activities are incorporated into classroom practice, helping students manage stress and build self-confidence. Where needed, the school may refer families to external mental health professionals for additional support.

The school implements clear safeguarding measures to ensure a safe environment for all students. Staff receive regular child protection and first aid training, and facilities include designated washrooms for adults and students to maintain privacy and safety. The Student Support and Well-Being team oversees child safety and welfare, following established policies and procedures consistent with Hong Kong Education Bureau requirements. The school emphasises open communication, encouraging students to share concerns with trusted adults. While a detailed safeguarding policy document is referenced, it is not publicly available online.