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Strengths Languages, Academic Enrichment, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School
Introduction
Global Wisdom International School (GWIS) operates in Tokyo's Edogawa Ward with two campuses: Funabori and Kasai. The Funabori Campus (3-1-4 Funabori, Edogawa-ku) provides a Montessori-based pre-school and kindergarten program for ages 2 to 6, emphasizing discovery and enquiry in an activity-rich environment. The Kasai Campus offers Cambridge Primary (and plans Cambridge Lower Secondary for future Grades 1–8). GWIS is officially recognized as a Cambridge International School, providing Cambridge Primary and, in future, Cambridge Lower Secondary. The school hosts a community of more than 100 students from roughly 10 nationalities, supporting an international atmosphere and cross-cultural learning. The learning approach blends hands-on Montessori practice with theories of Piaget, Vygotsky, and Bruner to balance free exploration with guided study. In addition to core curriculum, GWIS runs extensive after-school programs up to age 10, alongside arts, language development, and other extracurriculars to support holistic development. Admission is open for the 2026-27 academic year.
3-1-4 Funabori, Edogawa‑ku, Tokyo (Funabori Branch, 1F)
The Essentials
Global Wisdom International School - Funabori Campus has 101 pupils, instruction in English.
Location
Funabori Campus is in Funabori, Edogawa-ku, Tokyo, Japan (3-1-4 Funabori). It is near Funabori Station on the Toei Shinjuku Line, about 4 minutes by train from the station. A bus stop is 1 minute away, with direct bus access to nearby areas. It is walkable from Funabori, Kita-sakai, Higashi-Komatsugawa, Matsue, Ichinoe, and Higashi-Ojima.
Stages
Pre-school & Kindergarten (Ages 2–6)
Type
Kindergarten campus of an international school
Pupil Nationality Mix
More than 100 students from 10 nationalities.
Country affiliation
Japan
Bus service
Nearby bus stops are 1 minute away; direct bus 錦29 access; close to Funabori Station and other areas via bus; walkable to Funabori, Kita-sakai, Higashi-Komatsugawa, Matsue, Ichinoe, and Higashi-Ojima.
Fees
Annual tuition at Global Wisdom International School - Funabori Campus ranges from JPY 825,000 to JPY 855,000 for 2026/27.
Application and one‑time fees - Admission fee (one‑time): JPY 30,000. - Miscellaneous (annual): JPY 10,000. - Medical examination fee (annual): JPY 5,000. - School uniform: two polo shirts are provided at admission. - Insurance charge: JPY 800 per month (included in the fees).
Tuition fees — Funabori Campus (Kindergarten: Pre, K1, K2, K3) - Monthly tuition (Pre, K1, K2, K3): JPY 70,000 per month. - Term fees (term length stated below): - Term 1 (Apr–Jul, 4 months): JPY 270,000. - Term 2 (Aug–Nov, 4 months): JPY 270,000. - Term 3 (Dec–Mar, 4 months): JPY 270,000. - Total annual tuition (after term discounts): JPY 810,000. - Term/annual discounts: a term‑wise payment discount is applied (total JPY 30,000 per year; JPY 10,000 per term when paid term‑wise). - August / Summer School note: August includes a summer‑school period; if a child cannot attend August for a reason, 30% of the August fees will be refunded if the school is informed at least one month in advance.
Half‑day and daily options (Kindergarten) - Half‑day (9:00–12:00) — daily rate (per day, including materials): JPY 3,500. - Half‑day (9:00–12:00) — monthly basis (including materials): JPY 50,000. Parents may choose number of days per week.
After‑school / extended care fees - After‑school program (available after Regular or Half‑Day school) — monthly rates (five days a week): - 14:00–15:00: JPY 15,000 per month. - 14:00–16:00: JPY 25,000 per month. - 14:00–17:00: JPY 35,000 per month. - 14:00–18:00: JPY 45,000 per month. - Ad‑hoc extension: JPY 600 per 30 minutes.
Billing schedule and payment terms - Academic year is divided into three terms (Term 1 Apr–Jul, Term 2 Aug–Nov, Term 3 Dec–Mar). Term fees above represent the four‑month term totals. Monthly rates are available for relevant programs. - Fees are inclusive of tax. - Fees once paid are not refundable in general; one month's written notice is required when leaving the school. - Payment method: fees are required to be paid by bank transfer; parents are requested to bear any remittance charges. No other payment methods are listed for regular fee payments.
Boarding - Boarding is not applicable to Funabori Campus (this campus operates as a mixed Montessori kindergarten and does not offer boarding).
Other costs and optional charges - Transportation / bus service: charged separately (amount varies by route and service). Route‑based bus fees are additional to tuition. - Materials / consumables: included for half‑day daily option; other incidental materials or book charges (if any) are handled as separate items where applicable.
Refund information (summary) - General policy: fees once paid will not be refunded; a one‑month notice is required when leaving the school. - August / summer‑school exception: a 30% refund of the August fee is available if the school is informed at least one month in advance that the child will not attend August summer activities.
Fee payment options - Primary payment channel: bank transfer (parents are asked to cover bank remittance charges). No credit‑card payment option is listed for regular tuition billing.
Academics
Global Wisdom International School - Funabori Campus teaches Montessori Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary) for students aged 2 to 11.
Curriculum
Funabori Campus uses a Mixed Montessori Curriculum for Pre-school and Kindergarten (ages 2 to 6). Kasai Campus offers Cambridge Primary Curriculum and Cambridge Lower Secondary for Grade 1 to 8. The school emphasizes discovery and enquiry-based learning in an international environment. Global Wisdom International School has more than 100 students from 10 nationalities. GWIS Kasai Campus and Funabori Campus are open for admission for the 2026-27 academic year.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The Funabori Campus Pre-School & Kindergarten provides an environment designed to enhance intellectual, physical, social and emotional development. The curriculum blends Montessori methods with other international preschool approaches to foster independence and active learning. The program is activity-oriented and aimed at holistic development, developing language, social, and fine motor skills. Learning emphasizes hands-on experiences and play-based methods to connect children with the surrounding world. There is an extensive range of extracurricular programs and an after-school/aftercare option for GWIS students and children from other schools.
Safeguarding
The school complies with Tokyo Metropolitan Government rules and regulations on childcare safety, hygiene, development and overall well-being. The school maintains certification of this compliance.
Admissions
Admissions
The school offers Primary School and Kindergarten admissions for the 2026-27 academic year. Primary School Admission Process: Step 1. Send an email to info@globalwisdom.co or call the school or fill an online contact form to request an appointment/visit. Step 2. Visit the school to learn about the detailed curriculum and fill the Primary Admission Form 2026-27 (PDF) or collect it from the school. Step 3. Pay the admission fees along with the contract. Step 4. Pay tuition as invoiced and collect books, uniform, etc. Step 5. School joining. Kindergarten Admission Process: Step 1. Send an email to info@globalwisdom.co or call or fill an online contact form for an appointment/visit/free trial. Step 2. Visit the school to review curriculum and daily routines and fill the Kindergarten Admission Form 2026-27 (PDF) or collect admission forms from the school, along with a medical check-up. Step 4. Get the Medical Check-up at GWIS in partnership with Sato Clinic. Step 5. Pay the admission fees along with the contract. Step 6. Pay tuition as invoiced and collect uniform, etc. Step 7. School joining. Government subsidy information: Students are eligible for a government subsidy as part of Japan's Free Education policy. To apply, submit three forms at the ward office: Employment Certificate (就労証明書), a Reason Letter (理由書) for needing bilingual/montessori education, and a Subsidy Eligibility Application (施設等利用給付認定申請書). From September 2025, the monthly subsidy increased to 80,000 Yen for children under 2 years and 77,000 Yen for children aged 3 to 6 years. Primary Admission Form and Kindergarten Admission Form (PDFs) can be downloaded for submission. For details, contact info@globalwisdom.co or +81-80-7837-3230 (Ms. Deepika). GWIS Kasai Campus (Cambridge Primary & Cambridge Lower Secondary) and Funabori Campus (Mixed Montessori Kindergarten) are open for Admission for New Academic Year 2026-27. The school location for the Funabori Campus is 3-1-4, Funabori, Edogawa-ku, Tokyo. The Kasai Campus offers Cambridge Primary and Cambridge Lower Secondary; the Funabori Campus offers a mixed Montessori Kindergarten.
FAQs
Where is Global Wisdom International School - Funabori Campus located and how accessible is it from Funabori Station?
The Funabori Campus is in Funabori, Edogawa-ku, Tokyo (3-1-4 Funabori). It's near Funabori Station on the Toei Shinjuku Line, about 4 minutes by train. A bus stop is just 1 minute away with direct routes to nearby areas, and the campus is walkable from several local neighborhoods.
What age range does the Funabori Campus serve and what curriculum does it use?
Funabori Campus serves children aged 2 to 6 (Pre-school and Kindergarten). It uses a Mixed Montessori Curriculum designed to promote discovery and enquiry-based learning in an international environment.
Is boarding offered at the Funabori Campus?
No. Boarding is not available at the Funabori Campus, which operates as a mixed Montessori kindergarten.
What are the key tuition options and how is the term structure organized at Funabori Campus?
Kindergarten tuition is 70,000 JPY per month. The academic year is divided into three four-month terms (Apr–Jul, Aug–Nov, Dec–Mar), with each term totaling 270,000 JPY and an annual tuition of 810,000 JPY after discounts. There is a term-based discount of 10,000 JPY per term and an overall annual discount of 30,000 JPY when paying term-by-term.
Are government subsidies or financial assistance available for families?
Yes. Japan's Free Education policy provides monthly subsidies (from Sept 2025) of 80,000 JPY for children under 2 and 77,000 JPY for children aged 3–6. Applications require forms submitted to the ward office, including Subsidy Eligibility and a Reason Letter for bilingual/montessori education.
What is the admissions process for the 2026-27 academic year at Funabori Campus?
For Kindergarten and Primary, you contact the school to arrange a visit, complete the admission forms, and pay the admission fees with the contract. Kindergarten includes a medical check-up at Sato Clinic, after which you pay tuition and collect uniform, etc. The Kasai Campus is also open for Cambridge admissions for 2026-27.
What curriculum is used at Funabori Campus and how is learning delivered?
Funabori Campus uses a Montessori-based curriculum for ages 2–6, with an activity-oriented environment that supports language development, early mathematics, fine motor skills, and social growth through hands-on and inquiry-based learning.
Does Funabori Campus offer Cambridge Primary or Lower Secondary?
No. Cambridge Primary and Lower Secondary are offered at the Kasai Campus; Funabori focuses on the Mixed Montessori program for younger children (2–6).
What facilities and formats characterize the Funabori Campus?
The campus offers a Montessori-based program with a rich set of learning materials and a focus on holistic development. It also provides an extensive after-school/aftercare program for students up to age 10, with various time blocks.
Is after-school care available and what are the costs?
Yes. After-school/extended care options include 14:00–15:00 for 15,000 JPY per month, 14:00–16:00 for 25,000 JPY, 14:00–17:00 for 35,000 JPY, and 14:00–18:00 for 45,000 JPY per month. Ad-hoc extensions are charged at 600 JPY per 30 minutes.
What extracurricular offerings does GWIS Funabori provide?
GWIS Funabori offers an extensive range of after-school programs that complement the core Montessori curriculum, including arts-related activities such as art, dance and music, along with other enrichment options.
How does GWIS support language development and cross-cultural learning?
The school emphasizes language development and cross-cultural learning as part of its international community, with students from multiple nationalities and a discovery- and enquiry-based approach to learning.
How does GWIS ensure safeguarding and safety for students?
The school complies with Tokyo Metropolitan Government rules on childcare safety, hygiene, development, and wellbeing, and maintains certification of this compliance to support safe learning environments.
Is there a school uniform and what does it include?
Yes. The uniform includes polo shirts, and two polo shirts are provided at admission as part of the uniform package.
Are there houses or boarding elements at GWIS Funabori Campus?
There is no boarding and no house system mentioned for the Funabori Campus.
Is GWIS recognized as a Cambridge International School?
Yes. GWIS is officially recognized as a Cambridge International School, offering Cambridge Primary with Cambridge Lower Secondary planned for the future; the Kasai Campus currently provides Cambridge Primary and Lower Secondary.
What is the GWIS community like and what affiliations does it have?
GWIS maintains a warm, multinational community with students from over 10 nationalities and is part of the Tokyo Association of International Preschools (TAIP), aligning with local safety and wellbeing standards.
How can families inquire or arrange a visit to GWIS?
Families can email info@globalwisdom.co, call, or use the online contact form to request an appointment or campus visit. Admissions steps include a campus visit, form submission, and payment of fees, with clear guidance for both Funabori and Kasai campuses.
What happened with the Nishikasai Branch and Kasai Campus?
In April 2025, the Nishikasai Branch relocated to Kasai 3 Chome and began offering Cambridge Primary and Kindergarten. The Kasai Campus now offers Cambridge Primary and Lower Secondary, while the Funabori Campus continues with its Mixed Montessori program for ages 2–6.
