Japan, Tokyo
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At MEES International School Sendagi Campus, social development is prioritized; the school emphasizes peer interactions that respect individual differences, and project-based learning fosters collaboration, communication, and confidence.
The school discusses aligning individual needs within the project-based learning framework, but does not specify categories of SEN or dedicated SEN staff, and is not described as a specialist SEN institution.
MEES provides an ES English Language Support Program for elementary students (15:00–16:00), with sessions offered 2x or 3x per week; English is the primary language of instruction.
Mental wellbeing is supported through MEES Forest and Outdoor Education, including regular outdoor activities, and mixed-age cohorts that promote resilience and social skills.
Safeguarding and child protection are guided by Japan Council of International Schools (JCIS) standards; staff follow a strict code of conduct and clear reporting protocols to ensure a secure and empowering environment.
MEES International School’s Sendagi campus in Bunkyo, Tokyo, serves children aged 1 to 6, offering preschool education grounded in a blend of Montessori principles, Reggio Emilia influences and project-based learning that encourages hands-on exploration and natural curiosity. English is the primary language of instruction, and the mixed-age classrooms support collaboration across developmental stages. The preschool’s extended nursery option runs until late afternoon and an optional bus service is available for families. The curriculum integrates science, art, language and social skills through meaningful activities and projects, designed to support early childhood growth. The school also offers an afternoon immersion program to strengthen English communication and classroom engagement. Outdoor experiences such as forest school elements are incorporated across the broader MEES community, adding elements of nature and experiential learning. MEES emphasizes personalized progress with multi-age interaction and project work to nurture confidence, problem-solving and self-expression.