Japan, Osaka
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The Osaka International School of Kwansei Gakuin is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), a regional accrediting organization recognised by the US Department of Education. It is also authorized to offer all three International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes: the Diploma Programme (DP) since 1994, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) since 2004, and the Primary Years Programme (PYP) since 2004. The current WASC accreditation certificate confirms continued accreditation through June 30, 2028.
Osaka International School of Kwansei Gakuin is an English-instruction K–12 school in Minoh, an Osaka suburb near Minoh National Park, around 30 minutes from Umeda. The school offers the IB continuum. This includes Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP). OIS states that the school has approximately 270 students represents 34 nationalities. A distinctive feature is its shared-campus model with sister school Senri International School, including shared PE, arts/music, sports teams and student government. The school highlights a renowned music program and competitive sports opportunities, plus student involvement in service projects. Boarding is also noted through its Global Futures Program.