Kunimoto Alberta International School

Kunimoto Alberta International School is located at 8-15-33 Kitami, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo 157-0067, Japan. The campus sits in a quiet residential area of Setagaya and is a short walk from Kitami Station on the Odakyu Line.

KAIS is a six-year program for girls, spanning Grade 7 to Grade 12. It combines the Alberta curriculum with the Japanese local curriculum, with Grades 7–9 following the Alberta stream and Grades 10–12 offering the Alberta Double Diploma Program.

KAIS is a private, all-girls school that operates as part of Kunimoto Gakuen.

Public materials do not publish exact numbers on nationalities represented; KAIS emphasizes global citizenship and diversity as part of its Alberta/Japanese double diploma program.

An English language support framework is provided through the English Lab, including access to native-English teachers and Eiken preparation. An Overseas English Training Fee applies for Grade 8 and Grade 11.

KAIS holds Tier 3 accreditation from Alberta Education in Canada, enabling the Alberta diploma on graduation.

Not specified in KAIS materials.

Hours of operation and the bell schedule are defined in the policy document. Doors are opened at 7:00am, and the policy includes a Bell Schedule and Hours of Operation.

KAIS does not offer a school bus service.

Kunimoto Alberta International School (KAIS) is a 6-year, all-girls program within Kunimoto Gakuen in Tokyo, offering Grades 7–12. KAIS combines the Alberta curriculum with the Japanese national curriculum, delivering a double diploma program in which students graduate with both a Japanese high school diploma and an Alberta high school diploma. The Alberta program centers on the Three E's: critical thinking and problem solving; creativity/innovation and leadership; and communication with a sense of responsibility to society, plus ICT literacy and independence. The curriculum is a double diploma stream with Alberta-accredited courses taught in English by Alberta-qualified teachers, alongside Japanese-language subjects taught by Japanese teachers; a Grade 10 timetable shows ELA 10, Social Studies 10, Science 10, and Math 10 among Alberta-aligned credits. A Global Studies course was launched in 2025 and is integrated into KAIS as part of the Alberta/Japanese DD program. The campus is located near Kitami Station in Setagaya, Tokyo, with facilities such as Ariki Memorial Hall, a library, a computer room, and athletic facilities.

KAIS formalizes Social and Emotional Learning through its policy framework. The school explicitly includes Self-Advocacy and Self-Efficacy as core expectations, with students encouraged to speak up for what they need and to build confidence, supported by Grade Coordinators, Grade Level Counselors, teachers and parents. Respectful Communication and Interactions are emphasized, with a climate that promotes dignity and a duty to report and not tolerate bullying. The policy also notes that staff model positive behavior and are responsible for fostering a safe, respectful, and collaborative learning environment. Professional Growth Plans for all staff reinforce ongoing staff development to support student well-being and SEL-related learning.

KAIS adopts an inclusive education approach under the Kunimoto Inclusive Ed Policy. The Alberta-based policy states that all students belong and receive a quality education regardless of ability, disability, language, cultural background, or age, and that supports and services are provided to access and succeed. It emphasizes that the success of inclusive education relies on engagement from students, parents, staff and the community. The school describes individualized program plans for all students based on strengths and goals. The policy does not list specific SEN categories; rather, it frames SEN support through inclusive education and required supports.

EAL support is provided through the English Lab, where native English teachers are available and tutors provide English language support; EIKEN preparation is offered in the lab. KAIS also highlights Alberta Education's emphasis on English language literacy and numeracy as foundational to learning, which underpins the EAL approach. The faculty page indicates a diverse staff with Alberta-licensed teachers contributing to the Alberta program. English language support is integrated into the Alberta-program pathway, with core classes increasingly delivered in English starting in Grade 8. The Alberta Diploma pathway aims to build English proficiency to a level suitable for graduation and further study.

KAIS supports mental wellbeing through a safety-oriented and inclusive school climate, with explicit statements that students deserve a safe and healthy environment. The policy outlines emergency procedures and drills to prepare for incidents, including fire, lockdown, and earthquake scenarios. There is a nurse on site for medical needs, and staff must follow procedures for illness, injury, and reporting, including accident reports to the principal. A Harassment Policy governs inappropriate behavior, with clear reporting channels, privacy protections, and steps for remediation. Students are supported in developing self-advocacy and self-efficacy, with Grade Coordinators and Grade Level Counselors playing a role in student wellbeing and decision-making.

KAIS has comprehensive safeguarding provisions. Medical care is available on site via a nurse, with established procedures for illness, injury, and emergency medical attention. Emergency procedures for fire, lockdowns, and evacuations are documented, and students are to be escorted to designated safe meeting points. A robust Harassment Policy sets out definitions, reporting, and protective measures, including privacy considerations and corrective actions. The school also emphasizes a safe climate and anti-bullying stance, requiring respectful interactions and zero tolerance for bullying, with clear expectations for staff and students.

1. Decide on the KAIS Alberta International School program and your child's grade. KAIS is a six‑year, all‑girls program located in Tokyo that begins at Grade 7 and combines the Alberta curriculum with the Japanese local curriculum, offering a Double Diploma pathway in high school. The Alberta component is integrated within Kunimoto Gakuen, and KAIS students typically pursue both the Alberta and Japanese diplomas on graduation. 2. Prepare and submit the online Application Form. Interested families apply by completing the Application Form through the KAIS admissions portal, selecting either the junior/senior high track or the KAIS track integrated with the Alberta program. The form collects basic student information and program preferences. 3. Pay the non‑refundable Application Fee and gather required documents. The non‑refundable Application Fee is ¥25,000; the admissions materials indicate there is a defined list of supporting documents to prepare, which is outlined on the Admission Form. 4. Participate in an admission interview and take the admission test. All applicants must attend an admission interview and complete an admission test; further details about the test and required components are provided in the Admission Form. 5. Wait for the test results and admission decision. Parents will be notified of the test results and whether admission is granted, with next steps provided if admission is offered. 6. Complete enrollment and pay the required fees. If admitted, families finalize enrollment by paying the relevant one‑time fees (such as Application Fee, Registration Fee, Facility Fee, School Uniform, Tablet, and Overseas English Training Fee where applicable) and the annual fees (Tuition, Maintenance Fee, PTA Fee, Students Council Fee, Books and Course Supplies). The 2024/2025 fee schedule shows both Grade 7–9 and Grade 10–12 structures and notes that overseas training fees may be paid in installments and are subject to currency and policy changes.

KAIS offers scholarships and merit-based awards. The school provides a structured scholarship system with tiered options for middle school and a separate high school framework, plus a Kanagawa resident tuition subsidy and an annual financial‑assistance option for economically challenged students. Middle School scholarships (S1–S3) are awarded based on percentiles or test scores and result in exemptions from the enrollment procedure fee (320,000 yen) and partial or full tuition waivers: S1 (85%+): enrollment procedure fee exempt and 480,000 yen per year tuition waived for 3 years; S2 (75%+): enrollment procedure fee exempt and 480,000 yen per year tuition waived for 1 year; S3 (65%+): enrollment procedure fee exempt only. High School scholarships (for the Double Diploma course) are based on entrance results or internal grades; the scholarship covers Japanese tuition (480,000 yen) but not the Canadian tuition (600,000 yen). Scholarships are reviewed annually based on grades and attendance, and new recipients are determined each year. In addition, there is a Kanagawa Prefecture tuition subsidy for eligible Kanagawa residents, and an economic‑hardship tuition reduction program. Details and application steps are published on the KAIS scholarship page and are subject to annual policy revisions.

KAIS does not publish a waitlist policy on official admissions materials, and public listings indicate there is no waiting list for KAIS. There is no published waitlist process or pool system beyond standard admission notifications.