Enishi International School

Enishi International School is located in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan. The campus address is Kikui 2-12-32, Nishi Ward, Nagoya, 451-0044. It lies in central Nagoya with convenient transit options: from Nagoya Station, it is about a 12-minute walk or a 5-minute bus ride via bus

13 to reach the campus.

The school comprises an Early Learning Center (Foundation–Kindergarten), Primary School (Grade 1–5), Middle School (Grade 6–10), and High School (Grade 11–12). It is an IB World School authorized to offer the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP).

Enishi International School is a co-educational, day school. It operates as an international school offering IB programmes across its age range.

The school represents 23 nationalities. The languages of instruction are English and Japanese. The most common nationality is not publicly disclosed; the student body is international and diverse.

English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is available. A placement assessment determines EAL needs or other specialized assistance; the EAL program includes specialist teachers in a dedicated classroom, with additional fees if required. MAP and WIDA screenings are used to assess English and math proficiency during admissions, with transfer and transition support as needed.

There is no country-specific affiliation stated. The school operates in Japan and is governed under the Aichi Prefecture educational corporation (Gakko Hojin).

No religious affiliation is indicated in the school's materials.

Office hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm on weekdays. The Early Learning Center offers morning daycare from 8:00 am and after-school care until 6:00 pm. Primary students have a study hall until 4:30 pm, and after-school clubs run from 3:40 pm to 4:20 pm.

Enishi offers a school bus service with multiple routes: Red Bus (e.g., Nagoya Station / EIS), Blue Bus (e.g., Hoshigaoka, Motoyama, Kakuozan), Green Bus (e.g., Congress Center, Kanayama), and White Bus (additional routes). Routes connect major areas including Nagoya Station, Shiga Koen, Hoshigaoka, Motoyama, Kanayama, and surrounding districts; timetables may change with demand.

Enishi International School is an IB World School in Nagoya, Aichi, Japan, offering the full IB continuum (Primary Years Programme for Grades 1–5, Middle Years Programme for Grades 6–10, and Diploma Programme for Grades 11–12), with instruction in English and Japanese. The Early Learning Center (ELC) serves younger learners with developmentally appropriate education aligned with IB frameworks. In Primary, the PYP guides learning around six transdisciplinary themes with five subject areas, and the school supports a Japanese curriculum with Kokugo for native speakers and JAL for Japanese as an Additional Language. In Middle School (Grades 6–10), Enishi is authorized to offer the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), a five‑year framework built around eight subject groups and including the MYP Personal Project to foster inquiry, reflection, and global-mindedness. In High School (Grades 11–12), the DP is offered with two graduate pathways: the IBDP Pathway and the EIS Diploma Pathway/IB Certificate Pathway; students study six subject groups and complete the DP core (Extended Essay, Theory of Knowledge, CAS) to earn an EIS Diploma, with a minimum of 24 points. Enishi has IB authorization as an IB World School since February 5, 2019, with Diploma Programme authorization achieved on July 8, 2022.

Enishi International School emphasizes holistic education within the IB framework, combining academic rigor with personal growth. The school adopts the IB learner profile, guiding students to be inquirers, knowledgeable, open-minded, caring, and balanced, supporting social-emotional development. The Head of School emphasizes nurturing creativity, resilience, independence, and collaboration as part of daily learning. The school offers more than 30 clubs each week to develop social, teamwork, leadership, and communication skills. Dedicated counseling services are provided, including a school counselor to support students' personal and academic journeys and a college counselor to assist DP students with university planning.

Enishi International School has an inclusion/SEN policy within its MYP framework that addresses differentiation, assessment access arrangements, classroom accommodations, and curriculum modification to meet individual learning needs. The school is an IB World School and uses inclusive practices rather than presenting itself as a specialist SEN institution. English-language support and other specialized assistance are considered during admissions through a placement assessment. The school notes EAL or other specialized assistance may be required as part of the placement process. The school provides information about EAL support as a paid service when needed. The specific kinds of SEN categories the school can support are not published publicly.

EAL is considered during the admission process; all students undergo a level test and an interview, and the placement assessment determines whether EAL support or other specialized assistance is required. English-language support is available as needed and is reflected in the tuition/fees structure (EAL Support Fee is charged if required). The language of instruction is English and Japanese, aligning with the school's IB program. The admissions policy explicitly states that placement decisions may determine the need for EAL or other specialized assistance.

Enishi International School provides dedicated counseling services, including a school counselor and a college counselor who support students' personal, social, and academic development. The IB framework at EIS emphasizes holistic, balanced growth and developing affective skills to manage emotions and navigate well-being. Students are encouraged to communicate, reflect, and collaborate as part of a balanced, globally minded education. The school's learner outcomes include developing multilingual, inquiry-driven, open-minded and socially aware learners, with emphasis on social-emotional well-being and reflective practice.

Enishi International School has a Child Protection Policy that applies to all members of the learning community, including students, teachers, parents, volunteers and visitors. The policy establishes expected codes of behavior when dealing with child protection issues and ensures safeguarding is handled sensitively, professionally, and in the child's best interests. It commits to safeguarding practice consistent with statutory responsibilities, government guidance, and best-practice standards, and aligns with Japanese law regarding child protection. The policy defines the term 'child' as students under 18 and aims to maintain a safe school environment free of abuse or neglect. The full policy is available via a linked document (drive.google).

1. Determine starting year and grade placement. Enishi International School serves four levels: Early Learning Center (ELC, ages 1–6), Primary School (grades 1–5), Middle School (grades 6–10), and High School (grades 11–12). The age ranges are 1–6, 6–11, 11–16, and 16–18 respectively. Most children are admitted by August, but if vacancies exist, admission can occur throughout the year. Contact the Admissions Office to discuss starting grade availability and timing.

There are no scholarships offered by Enishi International School. A 5% discount is available for the second and third child in a family. The school also operates a Corporate Contribution Plan (CCP) for companies with expatriate employees, through which corporate contributions can support education; interested corporations should contact the Admissions Office for details.

The school does not operate a formal waitlist. Admissions are rolling and new students are admitted throughout the year when vacancies exist. Most students are admitted by August, but vacancies allow mid‑year entries as needed.