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Japan, Kobe
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English is the core language of instruction across MIS Shukugawa, with ESL support for non-native speakers. Japanese is taught as a language subject across Primary and Secondary, and Kindergarten includes Japanese L2 alongside English instruction. In Secondary School, additional languages are offered, including Spanish, with ESL available for non-native English speakers.
Marie International School Shukugawa uses a bilingual approach with English as the primary language of instruction and integrated Japanese language support. In Kindergarten (ages 3-6), daily English instruction is paired with Japanese L2 as part of the timetable, and English L2 is also available within the schedule. In Primary and Secondary, English remains the main language of instruction, with ESL support for non-native English speakers and Japanese taught as a language within the regular curriculum. The bilingual elements span from Kindergarten through Secondary (ages 3–15).
Immersion opportunities include seasonal English-language programs designed to maximize use of English. The English Language Acceleration Program is conducted in English with no-Japanese policy and uses TOEFL Junior materials, offered in three levels. Shukugawa Primary School participates in this program with groups such as Group A for Grade 1-2, and MIS also operates a Saturday Academy to support English proficiency across levels.
Marie International School Shukugawa is an English-medium international school located in Nishinomiya City, Hyogo Prefecture, in Japan’s Kansai region. The school offers nursery, kindergarten and primary education for children from approximately one year old through the primary years. Instruction is delivered in English and the school emphasizes small class sizes, maintaining a low teacher-to-student ratio to support close interaction between teachers and students. Marie International School operates as an “All in One School,” providing full-day care from morning to early evening, as well as seasonal programs such as summer, winter and spring schools. The campus is situated in the residential Shukugawa area, known for its local parks and convenient access to public transportation.
