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English is the official language of instruction; English is used in most classes, with about 1 hour of Japanese class per day. All students have daily Japanese education, with JLL (Japanese Language and Literature) for native speakers and JAL (Japanese as Acquisition Language) for learners, including a four-level progression in JAL. English-language support (EAL) is available for students who need assistance with English. Optional classes include programming and dance taught in English, and Japanese-language-focused offerings such as Pygmalion and Ronri Engine.
English is the official language of instruction at CGK Kannai Campus, with Japanese taught as a second language. In Preschool, daily Japanese language classes are integrated with IB inquiry-based learning, using both English and Japanese in instruction. In Elementary, English is the primary language of instruction and Japanese is taught as a second language, with language development woven into Units of Inquiry. CGK offers JLL (Japanese Language and Literature) for native Japanese speakers and JAL (Japanese as Acquisition Language) for learners, with daily classes that support fluency.
CGK provides Japanese language immersion through the JAL program, which has four levels: Beginner, Elementary, Intermediate, and Advanced. JAL lessons emphasize language acquisition in authentic contexts and are linked with JLL and IB Units of Inquiry to integrate language with inquiry-based learning. JLL provides native-level Japanese instruction aligned with MEXT standards, supporting daily Japanese study across the program. The school also offers study-abroad initiatives and English-language support for international students studying abroad in Japan, enabling immersion experiences in English when needed.
CGK International School – Kannai Campus in Yokohama offers international education from age 2 through middle school, with a high school scheduled to open in April 2028. The school follows the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP) and is a candidate school for the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), with learning structured around inquiry, projects and concept-based teaching. English is the main language of instruction across all sections of the school. The campus is located in the Kannai area of Naka Ward, a central district of Yokohama with convenient access to multiple train stations and nearby cultural and waterfront areas. CGK provides a school bus service for eligible students and offers seasonal school programs that extend learning beyond the classroom. A distinctive feature of the school is its one-year study abroad opportunity for middle school students, reflecting its focus on global experiences and international-mindedness.
