Why join for free?
Already have an account? Log In
Japan
Let the school know you're thinking of applying — they can share their prerequisites and help you through the process.
It's best to ask — circumstances can change at any time.
HIS engages in cross-institution professional development, including job-alike sessions with Seisen International School to share teaching practices. HIS partners with universities for teacher training, including a program with Shudo University where university students observe and learn about teaching. The school operates within the International Baccalaureate framework, with full IB accreditation and CIS cooperation.
The Crane documents school life and learning, providing updates about current activities and events in the school community.
The language of instruction is English. All students have the opportunity to become proficient in English and Japanese, and English Language Learning support is provided where needed. Learn Japanese is offered as a separate program to teach Japanese language to the broader community.
Volleyball teams compete in tournaments. Students participate in camping trips and other after-school events, and school updates are shared through The Crane.
The HIS PTA includes teachers and parents with automatic membership and no fees. The Momiji Fundraising Project engages the community to support HIS through an art installation and donations.
HIS collaborates with other universities and international schools for staff development, including Seisen International School and Shudo University through joint sessions and observer placements.
Sports and outdoor activities are part of school life, including volleyball and camping trips. The school hosts assemblies and community events that contribute to wellbeing and a sense of community.
Hiroshima International School (HIS) is an IB World School founded in 1962 and located in Kurakake, Asakita-ku, on the edge of Hiroshima in a quiet residential district. Students follow the IB Primary Years Programme (ages 3–11), Middle Years Programme (Grades 6–10), and Diploma Programme (Grades 11–12). English is the language of instruction, and Japanese is taught as a subject. The campus facilities listed by the school include a large gymnasium, library, music room, art room, dance studio, science laboratory and an enclosed playground. A distinctive feature is the Thousand Crane Club: each year students deliver paper cranes sent from around the world to the Children’s (Sadako) Monument in Peace Memorial Park.
