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The Horizon Sendai Campus provides counseling services with the school counselor by appointment to support student wellbeing and family needs. Counseling is available to both students and parents, reflecting a holistic approach to wellbeing within the school community. The school participates in the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP), which emphasizes inquiry-based learning and personal development, supporting social and emotional learning (SEL). Interpretation support is available to assist with communication between parents and the school, helping inclusive participation in school life. The campus operates in a bilingual English–Japanese environment, which supports social integration and intercultural understanding as part of SEL.
Public information about Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision is not disclosed on Horizon Sendai's online materials. The Primary School is described as bilingual with English immersion and a co-teaching model by international and Japanese teachers, with no explicit reference to a dedicated SEN department. No SEN staff or specialist SEN facilities are listed in the online materials. For inquiries regarding SEN, parents are encouraged to contact the school via the admissions or general contact channels. The school is IB PYP-aligned, but SEN-specific provisions are not described in the published materials.
Horizon Sendai provides English immersion, with about 50–60% of instruction delivered in English and a bilingual environment. Classes are led by a team of international and Japanese teachers, supporting English instruction and bilingual learning. All school communications are provided in both English and Japanese, and bilingual staff assist with communications between parents and the school. The school offers extensive English books and learning materials, including online English reading platforms and a bilingual library. The Open FAQ notes that children with no or limited English can enroll, with teachers employing visuals and demonstrations to support understanding.
Counseling services are available with the school counselor by appointment, supporting students and parents in school life. Counseling is described as a resource to help both students and families, reinforcing mental wellbeing as part of the school community. The IB PYP framework emphasizes personal development, well-being, and collaborative learning as part of the holistic education. The bilingual, intercultural environment supports social belonging and reduces social isolation for language learners. No additional, publicly described mental wellbeing programs beyond counseling are listed in the published materials.
A specific safeguarding or child-protection policy is not publicly disclosed in Horizon Sendai's online materials. A privacy policy is available, and the site provides a general contact route for inquiries related to admissions or other matters. The contact page explicitly notes the privacy policy and how to reach the school for inquiries. The presence of IB PYP status suggests alignment with international safeguarding norms, though explicit safeguarding procedures are not published in the materials. For safeguarding-related questions, the school can be contacted through the provided inquiry channels.
Horizon Academy Sendai Campus offers two stages: an Early Learning Centre for ages 3–5 and a Primary School for Grades 1–6. In the Early Learning Centre, the school describes its curriculum as based on the UK’s EYFS framework, with inquiry-based experiences in English. In Primary, the school states that it implements the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP) and is a PYP authorized school, with 50–60% of instruction in English and both Japanese and English homeroom teachers. The campus is located in Takamori, Sendai and the school describes the setting as a peaceful residential area surrounded by nature. Practical supports listed on the site include a school bus service and daycare options.
