Axis International School

Axis International School is located in Kichijoji Hon-cho, Musashino-shi, Tokyo, Japan. The main campus address is Kichijoji Nanai Building, 1-35-14 Kichijoji Hon-cho, Musashino-shi, Tokyo 180-0004. The preschool operates in Mitaka, with directions available from Mitaka Station; the main campus is reachable from Kichijoji Station, with walking directions provided for visitors.

Axis International School provides elementary, junior high, and high school. A separate Axis Preschool serves younger children, establishing an age range from preschool through high school.

Axis International School is a private international program delivering a complete American-style curriculum in English through Griggs International Academy; a preschool program is offered as well. The school emphasizes a full academic pathway from elementary to high school, with a dedicated ESL option for language support.

Foreign-national students represent about 52% of the student body. Nationalities include 48% Japanese, 10% American, 12% Chinese, 4% Ghana, 2% German, 4% Indian, 12% Korean, 2% Lithuanian, 2% Malaysian, 2% Filipino, 2% Singaporean, 2% British, and 2% Ukrainian.

Language support is provided through an English as a Second Language (ESL) program. ESL is designed for non-native English speakers and is limited to about 10% of the student body; applicants are assessed to determine English readiness before placement.

The curriculum is based on the Griggs International Academy program and aligned with U.S. standards (Maryland State Education Department) through Griggs; official grades come from Griggs, USA. This establishes a U.S.-aligned framework for Axis's diplomas and coursework.

Axis has no formal religious affiliation; Bible study is included as part of the program, with younger students covering Bible stories and older students engaging in Bible-related discussions.

The school day begins at 9:00 AM, with 9:30 AM as the main instructional start. There is a short break around 10:50–11:00 AM, lunch from 12:00–1:00 PM, and dismissal at 2:50 PM. Preschool daily routines start earlier (opening at 8:30 AM, with a typical end-of-day around 6:00 PM for those on the bus).

Axis offers a school bus service with a monthly fee for morning and afternoon transportation (JPY 32,400). The preschool program notes that some students are picked up by the bus, with a final pick-up around 5:30 PM.

Axis International School offers a full English-language curriculum for elementary through high school based on the Griggs International Academy program, with official grades issued by Griggs, USA. All full-time students study Bible, English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies, with elementary students also studying Handwriting, Music, and Spelling. High school students may enroll in dual-credit classes if their GPA is at least 3.0, enabling up to one year of college credit; AP is offered but does not grant college credit, and the IB program is not used for college credit. Assessments include annual Stanford standardized tests for Grades 4–12, and the most recent high school class achieved an SAT average of 1340 with a GPA of 3.89. Preschool features a customized age-appropriate curriculum with emphasis on language development, music, art, science, and field trips, with small class sizes. The school operates with a low student-to-teacher ratio (about 1:8) and prepares graduates for American university pathways.

Low student-to-teacher ratio; small classes (about 1:8).

Grade 4–12 take Stanford standardized tests; the most recent high school class had an SAT average of 1340 and a GPA of 3.89; 60% of graduates go to the world's top 50 universities.

Graduates typically continue at American universities, with potential dual-credit up to one year of college credit and transfer options to other countries; graduates have pursued programs in the US, Canada, Korea, Japan, Portugal, and Russia.

No separate Gifted and Talented program is described in Axis International School pages.

Axis International School supports social and emotional learning through a holistic, values-based approach that emphasizes character development and the wellbeing of the whole person, including regular outdoor physical education and Bible-based spiritual education.

The school does not publicly disclose any dedicated SEN provision or a specialist SEN unit; ESL is described as the primary support for non-native English speakers.

An English as a Second Language program is available for non-native speakers; students lacking English are required to start with ESL classes, ESL classes are limited to no more than 10% of the total student body, and all applicants are tested to determine ESL needs.

Mental wellbeing is supported via a holistic approach that includes regular physical education and Bible classes as part of a values-based curriculum.

Safeguarding is addressed through emergency procedures for disasters (evacuation, staff supervision, and parent communications) and through related policies such as the Non-Discrimination Policy and privacy protections.

Step 1 – Eligibility: Axis International School serves elementary through high school and begins with an eligibility check to confirm the student fits the program scope. The school emphasizes strong pastoral care and a supportive environment, with the Student Services team guiding families through the application journey. Enrollment includes an assessment to determine the student's ability to complete English coursework and to confirm the appropriate grade level. If a student cannot study entirely in English, intensive private classes and a structured adjustment period are arranged, with bilingual support available to families as needed.

Step 2 – Application: Families submit an application to Axis International School. The admissions materials emphasize delivering high quality education and maintaining ongoing pastoral care and support during the process, with the Student Services team assisting applicants through the application journey. After submission, the school reviews the materials to determine fit and to plan next steps in the process. There are admission forms available to complete as part of this step.

Step 3 – Review Process: The admission review assesses the materials to determine whether the applicant is a good match for the school's program and community. The process is described as rigorous, with the school noting a strong reputation in its statements about the review. The outcome of this step leads to a decision about next steps for enrollment.

Step 4 – Success (Offer and Enrollment): If the review is favorable, the family is welcomed into a thriving student‑led learning environment. Once admitted, families move to enrollment and fee arrangements, with payment due or a payment plan set up 30 days before each semester begins. The school operates with a 12 month year for preschool and a 10 month year for other grade levels, and offers family and diplomat discounts as described in the fee schedule.

Scholarships: Axis International School does not publish a merit‑based scholarship program. They do offer tuition‑related discounts, including a 10% family tuition discount for the second enrolled child and a 50% discount for a third enrolled child when there is no company assistance and all other fees are waived. A Diplomat Discount is also available, defined as a waiver of the current consumption tax. All fees are subject to change, and last update was October 1, 2025. Fees must be paid or arranged via a payment plan 30 days before each semester begins.

There is no published waitlist or pool policy on Axis International School's admissions materials. The available admissions steps are Eligibility, Application, Review Process, and Success, with no mention of a waiting list or waiting pool.