Japan, Kyoto
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The KIU Academy campus uses a wooden building constructed with Kyoto lumber, creating a warm learning environment. The facility is organized with dedicated spaces for Elementary Area, Middle School Area, High School Area, Common Area, and University Area across floors 1F–3F. Outdoor facilities include a futsal court and a basketball court on site, plus an outdoor terrace on the second floor and an elementary playground. The on-site science laboratory (1F), art room (1F), and music room (2F) support hands-on and creative learning, while the 3F library provides study space and was enhanced in 2025 with custom-built bookshelves. The campus provides accessibility features including an elevator, accessible parking, and an ostomate-friendly multi-purpose restroom.
On-site sports facilities include a futsal court and a basketball court.
There is a science laboratory on the first floor and an art room on the first floor. A music room is on the second floor, and the third-floor library provides study space; it was enhanced in 2025 with custom-built bookshelves.
A multipurpose hall on the second floor supports performances and school gatherings.
KIU Academy in Kyotanabe, Kyoto, is a bilingual international school serving Grades 1–12. The Academy combines an American-based curriculum with Japanese curriculum awareness and delivers instruction in both English and Japanese across elementary, middle and high school programs. KIU Academy is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI), offering students a pathway that meets international and Japanese educational standards. The school’s admissions pages list a structured fee package for tuition, entrance, and other costs for annual enrollment. KIU Academy emphasizes bilingual fluency, cross-cultural communication and preparation for university study. While specific clubs and class sizes are not detailed on the official site, the Academy positions itself as a place where students gain practical bilingual skills and global perspectives designed to support further education in Japan and abroad.