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NLIS supports social and emotional learning through its overall wellbeing and faith-based school climate, which the Western Association of Schools and Colleges identifies as a strength where students feel socially and emotionally supported. The school maintains open communication with students and parents in both English and Japanese. All students receive annual instruction in child protection, and puberty education is provided to Grades 4–12 in age- and gender-appropriate settings. Chapel and Bible study are conducted weekly, contributing to community and values education that underpins SEL. These elements collectively reflect NLIS's approach to student wellbeing and social-emotional development.
English is the primary language of instruction at NLIS and is used in all classrooms except Japanese classes. To support non-native speakers, the school offers Japanese for Foreigners (year-long) four days per week. After-school support includes Japanese classes for non-native speakers and tutoring to prepare for EIKEN English proficiency exams. English language development is integrated into the curriculum alongside English-language instruction throughout the school. NLIS also provides bilingual communication and language supports as part of its curriculum and accreditation assurances.
NLIS emphasizes mental wellbeing as part of its accreditation, noting that students feel socially and emotionally supported within a supportive, faith-based climate. All students receive annual instruction in child protection, and puberty education is provided to Grades 4–12 in appropriate settings, promoting wellbeing and informed decision-making. The Health program addresses personal safety, cyber safety, and related wellbeing topics. Weekly chapel and Bible study contribute to community, values, and spiritual wellbeing. The school prioritizes open communication with students and parents in English and Japanese to support wellbeing.
NLIS has a comprehensive safeguarding framework, including a Child Protection Policy Handbook, a Critical Incident Management Plan, and an E-Safety Policy. There is a zero-tolerance policy for bullying, and incidents are addressed promptly with safeguarding measures. All teachers and staff receive annual first aid training, and protection policies are reviewed annually, with regular earthquake, fire, and lockdown drills. Safe recruitment procedures require employee screening and background checks, including police clearances where available. The E-Safety Policy governs responsible technology use and online safety for students, and intimate personal care procedures uphold supervised safety standards.
New Life International School (NLIS) is an English-based Christian school in Kofu, located in Asahi and about a 10-minute walk north of Kofu Station. The school follows an American curriculum and integrates biblical values into daily learning. Its curriculum is guided by recognized U.S. standards such as Common Core and Next Generation Science Standards. NLIS provides a computer for every student in Grades 3–8 for classroom use and includes Japanese classes four days a week (with a Japanese-for-Foreigners track aligned to JLPT preparation). In high school (Grades 9–12), students can take Advanced Placement (AP) or honors courses online through SevenStar Academy with on-campus proctoring, and they complete a 50-hour service learning requirement before graduation.
