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Japan, Kyoto
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English is the primary language of instruction in the IB programmes. An authorisation indicates a bilingual option with English and Japanese as languages of instruction. Non-native English speakers receive language support, including English conversational sessions in Lower Secondary. The Diploma Programme serves students aged 16–19, with Grade 11 planned for 2025 and Grade 12 for 2026.
Kyoto International School offers bilingual instruction as part of its IB continuum. The language of instruction for IB programmes is English; an additional IB authorisation lists ENGLISH and JAPANESE as languages of instruction, indicating a bilingual option within the IB framework. The Diploma Programme is for upper secondary students aged 16–19. The school plans to complete the IB continuum through Grade 12 by 2026, with Grade 11 beginning in August 2025.
The school provides an immersive English language environment across its programmes. A dedicated Saturday School offers an English immersion program for children aged 3 to 12. This immersion complements regular classes and the IB framework to support language development.
Kyoto International School (KIS) has served Kyoto since 1957 and describes itself as the city’s only IB Continuum School. KIS offers the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP). The school currently provides learning from Early Years through Grade 10, with plans to expand to Grade 12 by 2026. KIS lists campus spaces that include classrooms, a library, a playground and a gymnasium. Student life includes a House Team system and after-school options such as Bukatsu (clubs) and activities like calligraphy, gardening, board games, dance, sport and STEM, with additional paid lessons such as coding, drama, basketball and piano.
