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Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Preschool, Kindergarten
Introduction
Laurus International School of Science – Tsukishima is located at 1-11-8 Tsukuda, 1F Pier West Square, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-0051. The school offers a bespoke curriculum alongside Cambridge Primary, Cambridge Secondary, Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge A Levels, serving learners from ages 1 to 12. The early years program is an International STEM Preschool & Kindergarten for ages 1.5–6, with inquiry-based STEM learning and an all-English learning environment. Preschool life aims to build social, emotional, physical and cognitive skills, while Kindergarten life emphasizes science experiments and outdoor play and communication. Enrolment options include a 5-hour day (9:00–14:00) and a Full Day (8:30–18:00); a School Bus service is available where appropriate. The campus is a newly established facility beside the Sumida River, in a setting close to parks and Edo-era neighborhoods. After-school options include PE, dance, rhythmic activities and the STEM Academy; Saturday School enhances English fluency; Seasonal STEM camps run year-round for Laurus and non-Laurus students.
Laurus International School of Science - Tsukishima has 1,500 pupils, instruction in English.
Location
Tsukishima, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-0051, Japan. Address: 1-11-8 Tsukuda, 1F Pier West Square, Chuo-ku. 6-minute walk from Tsukishima Station on the Yurakucho Line; 11-minute walk from Hatchobori Station on the Keiyo Line.
Stages
Preschool and Kindergarten (ages 1.5 to 6).
Country affiliation
Japan
School day structure
Enrolment options: 5-hour day (9:00–14:00); Full Day (8:30–18:00). Hours: Mon–Sat, 8:30–18:00.
Bus service
A School Bus service is available, subject to age and height restrictions.
Fees
Annual tuition at Laurus International School of Science - Tsukishima ranges from JPY 1,676,000 to JPY 1,796,000 for 2026/27.
Application / Entrance Fees - No separate application or assessment fee is listed. A one-time Entrance Fee of ¥120,000 is payable upon enrolment.
Tuition — billing basis - Tuition fees are charged on a monthly basis. ‘‘Days' in the fee schedules refers to the fixed number of days per week the child is enrolled. Two daily schedule options are available: 5-Hour (9:00–14:00) and Full-Day (8:30–18:00).
Kindergarten (age 3–6) — monthly tuition - 5 days per week: 5-Hour option ¥128,000 per month. - 5 days per week: Full-Day option ¥177,000 per month. - 6 days per week: 5-Hour option ¥136,000 per month. - 6 days per week: Full-Day option ¥191,000 per month.
Preschool (age 1.5–3) — monthly tuition (by days per week) - 1 day per week: 5-Hour option ¥39,000 per month / Full-Day option ¥56,000 per month. - 2 days per week: 5-Hour option ¥65,000 per month / Full-Day option ¥94,000 per month. - 3 days per week: 5-Hour option ¥83,000 per month / Full-Day option ¥122,000 per month. - 4 days per week: 5-Hour option ¥105,000 per month / Full-Day option ¥155,000 per month. - 5 days per week: 5-Hour option ¥128,000 per month / Full-Day option ¥177,000 per month. - 6 days per week: 5-Hour option ¥136,000 per month / Full-Day option ¥191,000 per month.
Other recurring and one‑time school fees - Educational Service Charge: ¥90,000 per year (annual charge). - Maintenance Fee: ¥50,000 per year (annual charge). - Additional items (amounts provided on enrolment or separately): materials and printed texts; school uniform; school bus (optional); lunch (optional); and other incidental items.
Bus, lunch and uniform specifics - A school bus service is available subject to age and height restrictions; bus use is optional and carries separate charges. Lunch and uniform costs are optional/charged separately and details are provided at enrolment.
Billing schedule and payment timing - Monthly tuition is billed on a monthly basis. The Entrance Fee is payable upon enrolment; the Educational Service Charge and Maintenance Fee are billed annually. No detailed invoicing dates or monthly due dates are specified in the fee schedule.
Boarding/overnight care - No boarding or overnight accommodation is offered at this campus; the school operates day programmes with stated daily hours and enrolment options.
Refunds and cancellations - The tuition and admissions fee pages do not provide a refund or cancellation policy in the published fee schedule.
Accepted payment methods and payment terms - Specific accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer, credit card) and detailed payment terms or late‑payment penalties are not specified on the published tuition and fees page.
Summary of the most important points for parents - Monthly tuition is charged by the number of days per week and by the 5‑Hour or Full‑Day option; the exact monthly amounts are listed above. Entrance Fee ¥120,000 is payable upon enrolment; two annual charges are Educational Service Charge ¥90,000 and Maintenance Fee ¥50,000. Optional services such as bus and lunch are charged separately. No boarding, refund policy details, or payment‑method details are listed in the published fee schedule.
Academics
Laurus International School of Science - Tsukishima teaches Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 1 to 12.
Curriculum
An International STEM Preschool & Kindergarten in Tsukishima for ages 1.5 to 6 years old. Laurus Curriculum builds a strong foundation through inquiry-based STEM learning. Preschool School Life builds social, emotional, physical and cognitive skills in an all-English setting. A Day at Preschool focuses on a safe learning space for young children to grow with confidence. Kindergarten School Life features science experiments, outdoor play and an emphasis on communication. Enrolment options include 5-hour (9:00–14:00) and Full Day (8:30–18:00); a School Bus service is available where appropriate.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school builds social, emotional, physical and cognitive skills in an all-English setting.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Saturday School provides English fluency support; Kindergarten classes are conducted in an all-English environment.
Safeguarding
The school creates a safe learning space for the children to grow with confidence.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Attend an Information Session. In-person school visits provide insight into the learning environment where the child will flourish. Information Sessions are held regularly, in both Japanese and English. Sign up for an Information Session or inquire about private school tours.
2. Application, Required Documents & Fees. Application forms for all year groups are available for download. Preschool and Kindergarten Application Forms, Primary School Application Form, and Secondary School Application Form are provided; check year level eligibility and additional document requirements in Useful Information. Send the documents by registered mail; learn mailing instructions by contacting the relevant location. Examination fees are: Preschool ¥2,200 (no exams; trial lesson fee); Kindergarten ¥10,000; Primary ¥25,000; Secondary ¥35,000.
3. Student Exam and Parent Meeting. Admissions assessments are required for some grade levels. New Preschool and Kindergarten students do not have an admissions assessment; a trial lesson is required. Primary and Secondary students are assessed for their English and Math competencies. Results are available within one month of completing the assessment.
4. Enrollment Notification. Enrollment Notification. Welcome to Laurus! Parents will be guided on next steps, including submission of final documents. They will also handle enrollment fees, ordering uniforms and textbooks, and preparation for the Entrance Ceremony.
FAQs
Where is Laurus International School of Science - Tsukishima located?
The Tsukishima campus is in Chuo-ku, Tokyo, at 1-11-8 Tsukuda, 1F Pier West Square. It is a short walk from Tsukishima Station on the Yurakucho Line (about 6 minutes) and from Hatchobori Station on the Keiyo Line (about 11 minutes).
What ages does the school serve in Tsukishima?
The Tsukishima program runs Preschool and Kindergarten for ages roughly 1.5 to 6. The broader Laurus network lists an overall age range of 1 to 12.
What type of school is Laurus Tsukishima (co-ed, language of instruction, etc.)?
Laurus Tsukishima is a co-educational, all-English International STEM preschool and kindergarten. The curriculum focuses on inquiry-based STEM learning and hands-on science activities.
What are the tuition options for Kindergarten at Laurus Tsukishima?
Kindergarten monthly tuition depends on days per week and option: 5 days per week gives 5-Hour at ¥128,000 or Full-Day at ¥177,000; 6 days per week gives 5-Hour at ¥136,000 or Full-Day at ¥191,000.
Is there an application fee, and what is the entrance fee?
There is no separate application or assessment fee. A one-time Entrance Fee of ¥120,000 is payable upon enrolment, plus annual Educational Service Charge of ¥90,000 and Maintenance Fee of ¥50,000.
Are transportation (bus) and lunch included in tuition?
Bus service is available but charged separately and subject to age/height restrictions. Lunch is optional and also charged separately; uniforms and other items are billed separately.
What curriculum does Laurus Tsukishima follow?
Laurus Tsukishima follows an International STEM Preschool & Kindergarten curriculum, with the Laurus Curriculum emphasizing inquiry-based STEM learning. Preschool activities focus on social, emotional, physical and cognitive development in an all-English setting, while Kindergarten includes science experiments and outdoor play.
Do Preschool or Kindergarten students have admissions exams?
Preschool and Kindergarten admissions do not require exams; a trial lesson is part of the process. For Primary and Secondary levels, English and Math assessments are used, with results available within about one month.
Is there information about class sizes or student-teacher ratios?
Class sizes and student-teacher ratios are not published in the available materials.
What is the campus like at Tsukishima?
The Tsukishima campus is a new facility beside the Sumida River, located in a calm area near parks and Edo-era neighborhoods. The campus operates Monday to Saturday from 8:30 to 18:00.
Are there facilities for sports or other academic activities on site?
Afterschool programs include PE, dance, rhythmic activities and the STEM Academy. Specific on-site sports or academic facility details are not published.
Is there a school bus, and who is eligible to use it?
Yes, a school bus service is available subject to age and height restrictions, with routes around Tsukishima. Drop-off is not offered for full-day enrollments.
What after-school programs does the school offer?
Afterschool options include PE, dance and rhythmic activities, plus the STEM Academy. Some programs like Saturday School and Seasonal STEM Camps are open to Laurus and non-Laurus students.
What is Saturday School and who can join?
Saturday School focuses on English fluency and includes Kindergarteners doing Math, Science/STEM and PE in an all-English environment. The program is open to the public and Laurus families.
What seasonal camps does Laurus Tsukishima offer?
Laurus runs Winter, Spring and Summer STEM Camps with flexible enrollment for both Laurus and non-Laurus students.
How does Laurus support wellbeing and social-emotional learning (SEL)?
SEL is integrated, with Preschool Life building social, emotional, physical and cognitive skills in an all-English setting to support wellbeing alongside learning.
Is there English language support for non-native speakers?
Yes. Saturday School provides English fluency support, and Kindergarten classes are conducted in an all-English environment.
What safeguarding measures are in place for students?
The school emphasizes safeguarding by providing a safe learning space for children to grow with confidence.
Is boarding available at this campus?
No boarding or overnight accommodation is offered at Laurus Tsukishima.
Is there a school uniform, and if so, what does it involve?
Uniform details are not specified in the available information.
