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Asuka Tsuzuki (Head of School); Kimiko Tsuzuki (Founder & Elementary Principal)
School Principal
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (DP), Japanese Curriculum
Taught languages Japanese, English
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Primary School, Middle School, High School, Secondary School, Elementary
Introduction
Linden Hall School in Fukuoka operates two campuses to serve students from 6 to 18: Elementary at Gojo, Dazaifu City, and Junior and Senior High at Futsukaichi-kita, Chikushino City. It is a day school with on-campus dormitory facilities. The Elementary program provides six years of English-immersion education, with most classes taught in English; Japanese language and moral education are taught in Japanese. The programme follows the MEXT Ichijou-Kou curriculum and is designated a Specially Exempt School. The High School offers an IB Diploma Programme and TI Course; Linden Hall was recognised as an IB World School on 4 October 2013. College counselling, overseas study opportunities, and international exchanges are provided. Facilities include glass-walled Elementary building, on-campus athletic fields and rice paddies, a dormitory, and a High School with a computer room and library. Extracurriculars span music, sport, and programming, with Round Square membership supporting leadership and service through international exchanges.
Elementary: 6-16-58 Gojo, Dazaifu City, Fukuoka 818-0125; Junior & Senior High: 3-10-1 Futsukaichi-kita, Chikushino City, Fukuoka 818-0056
The Essentials
Linden Hall School has instruction in English, Japanese.
Location
Elementary School is located at 6-16-58 Gojo, Dazaifu City, Fukuoka 818-0125. High School is located at 3-10-1 Futsukaichi-kita, Chikushino City, Fukuoka 818 0056. The campus features a bright glass-walled school building, with athletic fields and rice paddies on the grounds. On-campus facilities include a dormitory and school buses.
Stages
The school comprises an Elementary School and a High School.
Type
Day school with on-campus dormitory (boarding) facilities.
Bus service
School buses operate to and from Linden Hall School; a dormitory is available on campus.
Fees
Annual tuition at Linden Hall School ranges from JPY 1,380,000 to JPY 3,242,000 for 2026/27.
Application fees
- Elementary (Grade 1 entry and transfer applications): JPY 30,000 application fee payable within the designated application period. - High School (Grade 7 entry and other grade applications): JPY 30,000 application fee. International wire details (bank, SWIFT, branch and account name/number) are provided for payment of application fees.
One-time enrollment / admission fees (payable on acceptance)
- Elementary (paid at enrolment): - Entrance (admission) fee: JPY 300,000. - Educational Enrichment fee: JPY 350,000. - Facilities Development fee: JPY 350,000. - These enrolment/entrance fees are non-refundable once enrolment procedures are completed.
- High School (paid at enrolment): - Entrance (admission) fee: JPY 400,000. - Educational Enrichment fee: JPY 430,000. - Facilities Development fee: JPY 420,000. - These enrolment/entrance fees must be paid by the designated payment period and are non-refundable once enrolment procedures are completed.
Tuition and regular fees (by school division and equivalents)
- Elementary (regular monthly amounts): - Tuition (monthly): JPY 90,000. - School materials fee (monthly): JPY 8,000. - Parent association (supporters) fee (monthly): JPY 2,000. - Other monthly charges: language-study/field-trip reserve JPY 5,000; school lunch JPY 10,000. - Annual equivalents (straight multiplication for budgeting): Monthly tuition JPY 90,000 = JPY 1,080,000 per 12 months (or JPY 900,000 per 10-month academic-month basis).
- High School (regular monthly amounts): - Tuition (monthly): JPY 110,000. - Global Education fee (monthly): JPY 25,000. - Parent Teacher Association fee (monthly): JPY 2,000. - Friends of School Committee fee (monthly): JPY 1,500. - Other monthly charges (where applicable): Supplementary Japanese language class fee (if required): JPY 100,000; Global Student fee (applicable to dormitory students requiring a student visa): JPY 85,000; Reserve fund for school trips: JPY 15,000; School lunch: JPY 10,000. - Annual equivalents (straight multiplication for budgeting): Monthly tuition JPY 110,000 = JPY 1,320,000 per 12 months (or JPY 1,100,000 per 10-month academic-month basis).
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Application and enrolment payments: each intake has a designated payment period (dates are provided with each admissions round); enrolment/entrance fees must be paid within the stated payment window and fees paid after the closing date will not be accepted. Admission/enrolment fees are non-refundable once enrolment procedures are completed. - Recurring tuition and monthly charges are presented on a monthly basis; monthly billing is used for tuition and the listed monthly fees. Specific monthly-billing dates and the school's invoicing timetable are set by the school at enrolment and by term; parents should follow the school's payment notices.
Boarding fees (where published)
- High School dormitory: - Dormitory admission fee (one-time): JPY 100,000. - Monthly boarding fee: JPY 85,000 per month. - A separate Global Student Fee (monthly JPY 85,000) is applicable to dormitory students who require a student visa.
Other costs and typical extras
- School lunch: generally listed as JPY 10,000 per month (elementary and middle-school/early high-school grades where lunch is mandatory or opted in). - School materials / textbooks: elementary materials fee JPY 8,000 per month; high-school materials are covered by the listed monthly tuition/fees structure or by separate charges where noted. - Trip/reserve funds and activity levies: examples include a language‑study travel reserve (elementary JPY 5,000/month) and a reserve fund for school trips (high school JPY 15,000/month). Additional optional trip costs, overseas study or special programme charges may be billed separately. - Uniforms, optional extracurriculars and incidental costs: the school publishes uniform and facility information separately; parents should expect one‑off or seasonal charges for uniforms, instruments, exam fees and some extracurricular activities. (Uniform and facility details are listed in the school's facilities/uniform guidance.)
Refund information
- Admissions/enrolment fees (entrance/admission, educational enrichment and facilities development fees) are non-refundable once enrolment procedures have been completed; the school explicitly states that paid enrolment fees are not returned after acceptance and completion of enrolment paperwork.
Fee payment options
- Bank transfer is used for application and enrolment payments; the school provides domestic bank and international SWIFT details (bank name, branch, SWIFT code and account number) for transfers. Parents should use the bank transfer details supplied by the school when completing application or enrolment payments.
Summary note for budgeting
- Elementary monthly basic tuition is JPY 90,000 (monthly additions include materials JPY 8,000 and lunch JPY 10,000). High School monthly basic tuition is JPY 110,000 (monthly additions include Global Education fee JPY 25,000 and any applicable visa/dorm fees). High School boarding adds a JPY 100,000 one‑time dorm admission charge and JPY 85,000 per month for boarding. Admission/enrolment one‑time fees range from JPY 300,000–400,000 (entrance) plus educational and facilities levies; these are payable at enrolment and are non‑refundable.
Academics
Linden Hall School teaches IB (DP), Japanese Curriculum for students aged 6 to 18.
Curriculum
Elementary School provides six years of English-immersion education; almost all classes are taught in English, with Japanese language and moral education taught in Japanese. The programme follows the MEXT curriculum as an Ichijou-Kou and is designated a Specially Exempt School. The curriculum includes English, Japanese, Mathematics, Social Studies, Science, ICT, Environmental Studies, Life Skills, Home Economics, Art, Music, Physical Education and Club Activities. High School offers an IB Course (Grade 10 through 12) and a TI Course; Linden Hall High School was officially recognised as an International Baccalaureate World School on October 4, 2013. The school provides College Counselling and Overseas Study opportunities, as well as international exchange options.
Student Teacher Ratio
Small class sizes.
Higher Education Progression
Graduates gain admission to top universities worldwide, including Cambridge University (UK) and Imperial College London; acceptances span the United States, Canada, Australia, Japan and other countries.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Educational Policy focuses on developing self-confidence and resilience to set and achieve goals, and emphasizes independence, creativity, and communication skills beyond a narrow focus on numerical grades. These methods cultivate self-confidence and the resilience needed to navigate a dynamic world. The policy also integrates Diversity Education and Global Mindedness to guide students in understanding diverse values and perspectives, with opportunities such as study abroad and volunteering to deepen intercultural understanding. The Insight programme brings speakers and topics that encourage looking at issues from multiple perspectives and foster critical thinking about global questions. English Immersion Education furthers clear thinking and communication in English as part of Linden Hall's broad, globally oriented educational approach.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English Immersion Education continues to build thinking and communication in English, with nearly every class other than Japanese taught in English. The goal is not only to improve English abilities but also to develop broader communication skills, including the ability to express ideas logically and persuasively. Linden Hall High School operates a Japanese-English bilingual education programme that fosters understanding of and respect for diversity. This bilingual approach supports multilingual proficiency and readiness for global engagement.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Admissions overview: Linden Hall High School is a six-year integrated junior and senior high school. Entrance examinations are limited to the Secondary Education School Entrance Examination for sixth-grade elementary students; the general High School Entrance Examination is not conducted. The school accepts transfer students.
2. Grade 7 Semester 1 admissions for 2026: 60 places are available. Applicants may choose from three exam types, with examinations and interviews at Linden Hall High School or Online (overseas applicants). Applicants must be born between April 2, 2013 and April 1, 2014; the application package includes the Application for Admission, Candidate Examination Form and Payment Confirmation, and PLUS Forms L1–L8; English-language evidence is required for Type J or Type B applicants whose mother tongue is not English (e.g., Eiken, IELTS). The application fee is 30,000 JPY; Round 1 runs December 1–20, 2025 and Round 2 runs January 1–20, 2026. Enrollment takes place January 14–23, 2026 (Round 1) or February 17–26, 2026 (Round 2). Fees: Entrance 400,000 JPY; Educational Enrichment 430,000 JPY; Facilities Development 420,000 JPY (nonrefundable).
3. Applications to enroll in all other grades and semesters (2025): Applications are invited for transfer admissions to Grades 7-10 (Semester 2 through Semester 1). Examinations are held at Linden Hall High School or Online; Several students are admitted per grade level. Applications must be submitted at least three months before enrollment; visa processing may extend the timeline. Results are announced two working days after the examination date; enrollment procedures and fees mirror those for Grade 7 Semester 1.
4. Tuition and fees: Tuition is 110,000 JPY per month; Global Education Fee 25,000 JPY; PTA Fee 2,000 JPY; Friends of School Committee Fee 1,500 JPY. Other monthly fees include Supplementary Japanese Language Class 100,000 JPY; Global Student Fee 85,000 JPY (for dormitory students requiring a student visa); Reserve Fund for School Trip 15,000 JPY; School Lunch 10,000 JPY. Supplementary Japanese language classes are provided to students scoring below JLPT N3 or N4; the Global Student Fee applies to dormitory students; lunch is mandatory for grades 7-9 and optional for grades 10-12. Dormitory: Admission Fee 100,000 JPY; Monthly Boarding 85,000 JPY.
5. Application Forms: Downloadable Application for Admission documents include 2025 (Grade 7 Semester 1) and 2025 (Grades 7-10); available as PDF and DOCX; if mailed copies are required, submit a request via the provided link.
Scholarships
Linden Hall High School offers scholarship opportunities to exceptional applicants. Please contact highschool@lindenhall.ed.jp for more information.
FAQs
Where are Linden Hall School's campuses located in Japan?
Linden Hall has two campuses in Fukuoka, Japan: the Elementary School in Gojo, Dazaifu City, and the Junior/Senior High School in Futsukaichi-kita, Chikushino City. The school also operates on-site dormitories and school buses for student transport.
What is the age range and the basic school type at Linden Hall?
The school serves students aged 6 to 18 and operates as a two-campus, co-educational day school with on-site boarding facilities.
What curriculum do Linden Hall Elementary and High School follow?
Elementary follows six years of English-immersion education built on the Japanese MEXT curriculum (Ichijou-Kou) with Japanese language and moral education taught in Japanese. High School offers the IB Diploma Programme (Grades 10–12) and a TI course, and Linden Hall High School has been an IB World School since October 4, 2013.
Is Linden Hall an IB World School, and when was this recognition granted?
Yes. Linden Hall High School was officially recognised as an IB World School on October 4, 2013, confirming the IB Diploma Programme as part of its offerings.
How much does it cost to apply to Linden Hall, and are there non-refundable admission fees?
The application fee is 30,000 JPY. Upon acceptance, there are non-refundable enrollment/entrance fees: Elementary applicants pay 300,000 JPY (Entrance) plus 350,000 JPY (Educational Enrichment) and 350,000 JPY (Facilities Development); High School applicants pay 400,000 JPY (Entrance) plus 430,000 JPY (Educational Enrichment) and 420,000 JPY (Facilities Development).
What are the regular monthly costs for Elementary students?
Elementary monthly costs include Tuition 90,000 JPY, School materials 8,000 JPY, Parent Association fee 2,000 JPY, language-study/field-trip reserve 5,000 JPY, and School lunch 10,000 JPY. These are billed monthly as part of a recurring fee schedule.
What are the regular monthly costs for High School students?
High School monthly costs include Tuition 110,000 JPY, Global Education fee 25,000 JPY, Parent-Teacher Association fee 2,000 JPY, Friends of School Committee fee 1,500 JPY, and other charges such as Supplementary Japanese language class (if required) 100,000 JPY, Global Student fee for dormitory visa 85,000 JPY, a School Trip reserve 15,000 JPY, and School lunch 10,000 JPY.
Are there scholarship opportunities for Linden Hall High School?
Yes, Linden Hall High School offers scholarship opportunities to exceptional applicants. For details, please contact highschool@lindenhall.ed.jp.
What academic programs and outcomes can parents expect from Linden Hall's academics?
Elementary provides six years of English immersion with most classes taught in English, alongside Japanese language/moral education. High School offers the IB Diploma Programme (Grades 10–12) and TI, with college counselling and overseas study opportunities, and a track record of international exchanges.
What is the class size or student‑teacher ratio like at Linden Hall?
Linden Hall emphasises small class sizes, supporting more individualized attention and active student participation.
Where have Linden Hall graduates gained university admission?
Graduates have gained admission to top universities worldwide, including Cambridge University and Imperial College London, with acceptances in the United States, Canada, Australia, Japan and other countries.
What facilities and spaces does Linden Hall offer on its campuses?
The Elementary campus features a bright glass-walled building with on-site athletic fields and rice paddies, while the High School has a computer room, library and multiple learning facilities. There is an on-site dormitory and school buses.
Are there dedicated spaces for science, arts, or technology at Linden Hall?
Yes. The High School includes a computer room and library, with other learning facilities to support instruction, and after-school offerings cover arts and technology-related activities.
Is boarding available on campus, and what is the boarding arrangement like?
Yes. Dormitories are located on the school grounds and are operated by the Tsuzuki Ikuei Gakuen staff. Meals are provided, there is intercultural interaction through the dorms, and there is a 20:00 curfew on weekends.
What kinds of after-school or enrichment programs does Linden Hall offer?
The school runs extensive after-school enrichment including Guitar, Drums, Art, After-school English and Japanese, and private or group lessons in Piano, Violin, Soccer, Basketball, Hip-Hop Dance, and Programming, with some activities requiring extra fees.
Does Linden Hall provide international exchanges or overseas study opportunities?
Yes. There are England study tours to Oxford for Grade 6, homestays with Beaconhills College in Australia, online classes with sister schools, and various overseas study and exchange programs through Round Square.
What leadership or global citizenship opportunities does Linden Hall offer?
Linden Hall is a Round Square member (since 2018), which supports leadership and service activities, international conferences, and international exchange programs as part of its global citizenship focus.
How does Linden Hall support English language learners and bilingual education?
Elementary provides six years of English immersion with most classes in English, while High School offers a Japanese-English bilingual program and supplementary Japanese language classes for students needing additional support.
What wellbeing and safeguarding provisions are noted for Linden Hall students?
The school emphasizes self-confidence, resilience, independence, creativity and communication through its SEL-focused approach and Diversity/G global-mindedness. Specific safeguarding details are not provided in the available data.
What is known about Linden Hall's boarding meals and food provision?
In the dormitory, breakfasts and dinners are homemade and provided daily, while the school cafeteria serves year-round organic lunches prepared by chefs and registered dietitians.
