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Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School
Introduction
Laurus International School of Science Jiyugaoka is an international STEM preschool and kindergarten campus in Tokyo that serves children from 0 to 12. In 2023 the school relocated to a bright, newly built campus in Jiyugaoka, now located at 2-17-12 Midorigaoka CREAL Terrace, Jiyugaoka 3F, Meguro, 152-0034, and operates Monday to Saturday from 8:30 to 18:00. The campus offers Bespoke Curriculum and Cambridge Primary, with a focus on building a strong foundation through inquiry-based STEM learning. The preschool and kindergarten programs are taught in an all-English setting, with Saturday School supporting English fluency. The campus provides the Mother & Toddler Program, Afterschool and Seasonal Camp, expanding learning beyond the regular day. Distinctive features include science experiments, outdoor play and communication development in Kindergarten, and a family-friendly environment welcoming non-Laurus students to extracurriculars. This campus emphasizes hands-on inquiry, problem solving, and opportunities for creative expression within an international framework worldwide today.
2-17-12 Midorigaoka CREAL Terrace Jiyugaoka 3F, Meguro 152-0034, Japan
The Essentials
Laurus International School of Science - Jiyugaoka has 1,500 pupils, instruction in English.
Location
An international STEM preschool and kindergarten located in Jiyugaoka, Meguro, Tokyo. Address: 2-17-12 Midorigaoka CREAL Terrace Jiyugaoka 3F, Meguro 152-0034. It is a 5-minute walk from Jiyugaoka Station (Toyoko Line and Oimachi Line) and an 8-minute walk from Okusawa Station (Meguro Line). A School Bus service is available, subject to age and height restrictions.
Stages
Preschool & Kindergarten (ages 10 months to 6 years)
Type
International STEM Preschool & Kindergarten
School day structure
Hours: Mon–Sat, 8:30–18:00. Enrolment options: 5-hour option (9:00–14:00) and Full Day (8:30–18:00).
Bus service
A School Bus service is available, subject to age and height restrictions.
Fees
Monthly tuition (by year group and schedule)
- Kindergarten (age 3–6) — two daily schedule options (5-hour 09:00–14:00 or Full-day 08:30–18:00). Tuition is charged monthly. - 5 days/week — ¥121,000 per month (5-hour). Per term (4 months): ¥484,000. Per year (12 months): ¥1,452,000. - 5 days/week — ¥168,000 per month (Full-day). Per term: ¥672,000. Per year: ¥2,016,000. - 6 days/week — ¥129,000 per month (5-hour). Per term: ¥516,000. Per year: ¥1,548,000. - 6 days/week — ¥181,000 per month (Full-day). Per term: ¥724,000. Per year: ¥2,172,000.
- Tuition is charged monthly; parents select the number of days per week and either the 5-hour or Full-day option. - 1 day/week — ¥37,000 per month (5-hour). Per term: ¥148,000. Per year: ¥444,000. - 1 day/week — ¥53,000 per month (Full-day). Per term: ¥212,000. Per year: ¥636,000. - 2 days/week — ¥61,000 per month (5-hour). Per term: ¥244,000. Per year: ¥732,000. - 2 days/week — ¥89,000 per month (Full-day). Per term: ¥356,000. Per year: ¥1,068,000. - 3 days/week — ¥79,000 per month (5-hour). Per term: ¥316,000. Per year: ¥948,000. - 3 days/week — ¥116,000 per month (Full-day). Per term: ¥464,000. Per year: ¥1,392,000. - 4 days/week — ¥100,000 per month (5-hour). Per term: ¥400,000. Per year: ¥1,200,000. - 4 days/week — ¥147,000 per month (Full-day). Per term: ¥588,000. Per year: ¥1,764,000. - 5 days/week — ¥121,000 per month (5-hour). Per term: ¥484,000. Per year: ¥1,452,000. - 5 days/week — ¥168,000 per month (Full-day). Per term: ¥672,000. Per year: ¥2,016,000. - 6 days/week — ¥129,000 per month (5-hour). Per term: ¥516,000. Per year: ¥1,548,000. - 6 days/week — ¥181,000 per month (Full-day). Per term: ¥724,000. Per year: ¥2,172,000.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition is charged on a monthly basis. Entrance fee and educational service charges have separate payment timing (see below). - Term structure used for per-term calculations is a 3-term year (Term 1, Term 2, Term 3), each term covering approximately four calendar months; term dates follow the school calendar. Per-term figures above are calculated as four months of monthly tuition. - Entrance Fee: ¥110,000 payable upon enrolment. Educational Service Charge: ¥85,000 payable annually. - Late or unpaid tuition policy: if tuition is delayed for more than three months, the school may require withdrawal; the student may resume only after required payments are made. Withdrawal requires notice (two months' notice for voluntary withdrawal) and fees are non-refundable as set out in the school's fee policy.
Boarding
- Boarding is not applicable to this campus; Jiyugaoka operates as a day preschool/kindergarten (hours listed as day-time operating hours).
Other costs and optional charges
- Additional, variable items that parents should expect to budget for include materials and printed texts, school uniform, school bus (optional), and lunch (optional). Details and specific prices for these items are provided at enrolment or as separate fees. - Extended pick-up / late collection fees apply when children are picked up after scheduled closing; extended-fee amounts are automatically withdrawn from the registered bank account.
Refund information
- There are no refunds for tuition, the annual membership/educational service charge, the entrance fee, or other fees in the event of disaster, unforeseeable circumstances, parental circumstances, or circumstances outside the school's control. Voluntary withdrawal procedures require two months' notice and do not result in fee refunds.
Fee payment options and billing details
- Bank transfer is documented as an accepted payment route; the school provides a corporate bank account for fee transfers and instructs parents to include transfer fees and to include the school name prefix in the transfer name. Extended fees may be collected by automatic withdrawal from the registered bank account.
Administrative fees summary
- Entrance Fee (one-time, upon enrolment): ¥110,000. - Educational Service Charge (annual): ¥85,000.
Notes on calculations in this overview
- Per-term totals shown above are calculated as four months of the stated monthly tuition in line with the school's three-term calendar; per-year totals are 12 months of the stated monthly tuition. The school charges tuition monthly and lists entrance and annual charges as separate items.
Academics
Laurus International School of Science - Jiyugaoka teaches Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary) for students aged 0 to 12.
Curriculum
Build a strong foundation through inquiry-based STEM learning.
FAQs
What ages does Laurus International School of Science - Jiyugaoka serve?
The Jiyugaoka campus serves preschool and kindergarten children aged 10 months to 6 years.
Where is the Jiyugaoka campus located and how can families reach it?
The address is 2-17-12 Midorigaoka CREAL Terrace Jiyugaoka 3F, Meguro, Tokyo 152-0034. It is a 5-minute walk from Jiyugaoka Station (Toyoko Line and Oimachi Line) and an 8-minute walk from Okusawa Station (Meguro Line). The campus operates 8:30–18:00, Monday to Saturday.
Is there a school bus available for transport?
Yes. A School Bus service is available, subject to age and height restrictions.
What is the monthly tuition for Kindergarten, and what are the daily options?
Kindergarten tuition is charged monthly with two options: 5 hours per day (09:00–14:00) at ¥121,000 per month, or full day (08:30–18:00) at ¥168,000 per month for 5 days per week. For 6 days per week the rates are ¥129,000 (5 hours) or ¥181,000 (full day) per month.
What are the additional mandatory fees payable on enrolment?
An Entrance Fee of ¥110,000 is payable on enrolment, and there is an Educational Service Charge of ¥85,000 payable annually.
How is tuition billed and what happens if payments are late?
Tuition is billed monthly. If payments are delayed for more than three months, the school may require withdrawal; voluntary withdrawal requires two months' notice and fees are non-refundable. Payment can be made by bank transfer; extended fees may be collected by automatic withdrawal.
What curriculum does the Jiyugaoka campus use?
The school builds a strong foundation through inquiry-based STEM learning, with Preschool Life focusing on social, emotional, physical and cognitive development in an all-English setting, and Kindergarten Life featuring science experiments, outdoor play and development of communication skills.
Is instruction conducted in English, and are there English-language programs?
Yes. Preschool and Kindergarten operate in an all-English setting. Saturday School provides English-language fluency, and Afterschool programs include ESL and Science.
How are STEM and science taught to early learners at Jiyugaoka?
Kindergarten includes science experiments and outdoor play to foster curiosity and communication skills, alongside English-language instruction for Math, Science/STEM and PE.
What are the campus facilities and location like at Jiyugaoka?
The campus relocated in 2023 to a bright, newly built facility in Jiyugaoka, located at CREAL Terrace, 2-17-12 Midorigaoka, Jiyugaoka 3F.
Is lunch provided, or can families send a packed lunch?
Lunch is provided by the school's catering partner, or parents may provide a packed lunch.
Is there a school bus service and what are the age/height restrictions?
A School Bus service is available, subject to age and height restrictions.
What afterschool options are available at Jiyugaoka?
Afterschool activities include PE, dance and music, and there are ESL and Science programs available.
What are Seasonal Camp and Saturday School?
Seasonal Camp offers Winter, Spring and Summer STEM experiences. Saturday School provides English-language enrichment and activities in an all-English environment.
What is the Mother & Toddler program?
Mother & Toddler is available for children from 10 months to 18 months at this location.
How does the school support social and emotional development?
An all-English setting supports social, emotional, physical and cognitive development and provides a safe space for children to grow with confidence.
Are wellbeing or safeguarding supports detailed for this campus?
The available information notes an all-English setting that supports development and a safe learning space, but there are no further safeguarding or SEN/EAL details listed.
Is boarding offered at this campus?
No. The Jiyugaoka campus operates as a day preschool/kindergarten.
What about meals and food arrangements at lunch time?
Lunch is provided by a catering partner, or children may bring a packed lunch.
Is there a house system or uniform requirement mentioned for Jiyugaoka?
There is no information listed about a house system or uniforms for this campus.
