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The curriculum fosters social-emotional skills as part of UPBEAT's original program. UPBEAT Elementary is built on the IB Primary Years Programme and emphasizes holistic education to develop global citizens.
The school focuses on high-level English education and discussion. Messages to families are in both English and Japanese, with translation support available for parent–teacher conferences.
Social-emotional development is a feature of the holistic education approach, supporting student well-being.
UPBEAT International School operates across three Nagoya campuses—Tempaku, Atsuta, and Nagoya District—providing continuum education from 57 days to 12 years. It is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme, with instruction in English and Japanese. The curriculum focuses on English, reading and writing, mathematics, science, social studies, and Japanese, supplemented by IT, calligraphy, music, arts and crafts, and physical education. Integrated subjects such as discussion, field trips and practical work support all-round learning within the IB framework. Facilities include a library, computer room, a first-aid room with a nurse on duty, and a nutritious hot lunch prepared by licensed chefs under a dietitian's guidance. Outdoor space features a school yard for PE and play. A UPBEAT School Bus supports transportation. Enrichment Courses run after school and on Saturdays; After School & Saturday School operates 1st through 6th grade, and UPBEAT Boys & Girls Club provides after-school inclusive activities.