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Japan, Kobe
| Name | Age | Fee | Track | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 1 | 6 | 3,635,000 JPY | Primary Day School (Grades 1–6) | (First year only) Includes application fee 35,000 JPY and enrolment fee 400,000 JPY; annual charges thereafter are 3,200,000 JPY. |
| Grade 2 | 7 | 3,200,000 JPY | Primary Day School (Grades 1–6) | Recurring annual charges: 3,200,000 JPY (tuition 2,800,000 + facility maintenance 400,000). |
| Grade 3 | 8 | 3,200,000 JPY | Primary Day School (Grades 1–6) | Recurring annual charges: 3,200,000 JPY (tuition 2,800,000 + facility maintenance 400,000). |
| Grade 4 | 9 | 3,300,000 JPY | Primary Day School (Grades 1–6) | Recurring annual charges: 3,300,000 JPY (tuition 2,800,000 + facility maintenance 400,000). |
| Grade 5 | 10 | 3,300,000 JPY | Primary Day School (Grades 1–6) | Recurring annual charges: 3,300,000 JPY (tuition 2,800,000 + facility maintenance 400,000). |
| Grade 6 | 11 | 3,300,000 JPY | Primary Day School (Grades 1–6) | Recurring annual charges: 3,300,000 JPY (tuition 2,800,000 + facility maintenance 400,000). |
| Name | Fee | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Application Fee | 35,000 JPY | One-time; paid at application step |
| Name | Fee | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Enrollment Fee | 400,000 JPY | One-time; paid to confirm offer |
| Name | Fee |
|---|---|
| Uniforms | 0 JPY |
At about ¥3,300,000 a year, North London Collegiate School Kobe sits in the upper quarter of the 119 international schools in Japan with published fees. The typical school charges ¥1,931,000, and the middle half charge between ¥1,372,500 and ¥2,980,000.
See the full fee breakdown for JapanCompared on each school's annual tuition for a child of about 12, or the middle of its published range where fees are not given by age.
North London Collegiate School Kobe (NLCS Kobe) opened in September 2025 and is a co educational day school for students in Grades 1 to 7, located on Rokko Island, Kobe, with convenient access to both Kobe and Osaka. Guided by the philosophy of being an “International School with a Japanese Heart,” the school combines a globally minded education with a strong appreciation for Japanese language, culture, and values. All classes are taught in English and follow the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework, encouraging inquiry based learning, critical thinking, creativity, and international mindedness. The school also places strong emphasis on personalised pastoral care and small class sizes to support each student’s individual development. Facilities at the Rokko Island campus include dedicated spaces for science, ICT, art, music, and drama, providing students with a broad and enriching educational experience. A growing co curricular programme further supports confidence, collaboration, and leadership skills. The planned Senior School campus will open on Rokko Mountain in 2028 and will include boarding facilities, expanding the school’s provision for secondary students within a distinctive natural setting.
