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Yoyogi International School - Jinnan Campus

Japan, Tokyo

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees ¥2,568,000 - 2,685,000
Ages 7 - 14 years
Pupil numbers 120
Type Co-educational
Opened 1999
Bus Service Yes
Part of
Yoyogi International School
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), American Curriculum, British Curriculum
Taught languages English, Japanese
Typical class size 15
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, STEM
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary
Introduction

The Jinnan Campus serves students from Grade 2 to Grade 8. The school is an authorised IB World School offering the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP), and the school states that learning in the upper grades incorporates a project-based learning approach. English is the main language of instruction, with Japanese taught as part of the programme. Class sizes are capped, with students limits ranging from approximately 18 students in lower grades to 20 in middle school. After-school activities for Jinnan Campus students include sports such as soccer and volleyball, creative arts activities, Pilates and coding programmes.

This campus is part of Yoyogi International School

7-1 Udagawacho, Shibuya, Tokyo 151-0042, Japan

The Essentials

Yoyogi International School - Jinnan Campus has 120 pupils, typical class sizes of 15, instruction in English.

Location
Yoyogi International School operates two campuses in Shibuya, Tokyo. The Yoyogi Campus (Kindergarten–Grade 1) is near the West Gate of Yoyogi Park and is within a short walk from Yoyogi-koen Station (Chiyoda Line) and Yoyogi-Hachiman Station (Odakyu Line). The Jinnan Campus (Grade 2–8) is located about 700 meters south of Yoyogi Park, in the Shibuya area, and about a 10-minute walk from Shibuya Station and Yoyogi-koen Station. The campuses are centrally located, with access to nearby parks, cultural venues, and city amenities.

Stages
The Yoyogi Campus houses Kindergarten through Grade 1, while the Jinnan Campus serves Grades 2–8. This structure supports a progression from early years to middle elementary on separate sites.

Type
The school operates as a co-educational day school. There is no indication of boarding facilities.

Pupil Nationality Mix
Families come from more than 30 countries, and about 70% of the student body are foreign nationals. Nationalities are capped at a maximum of one third of a class to maintain diversity.

Additional learning support
English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is offered, with an EAL fee published in tuition information. The admissions process also provides for learning support considerations and behavioural concerns disclosures. Class sizes are small, with a maximum of 16 students per class in Kindergarten.

Country affiliation
No formal country affiliation is stated; the school is located in Japan. The host country is Japan.

Religious affiliation
No religious affiliation is indicated; the school follows an international IB framework and secular program components.

School day structure
Kindergarten classes run from 8:30 to 15:30. After-school activities run from 15:45 to 16:45. Details about daily schedules for other grades are not publicly published, but after-school programs are available at both campuses.

Bus service
A morning and afternoon bus service is offered with fees separate from tuition. Three dedicated buses operate routes serving areas such as Roppongi, Aoyama, Shirokane, Shinjuku, Ichigaya, and Meguro; routes for 2025–2026 are published by the school. For specific route details, contact admissions.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniforms are required for all students. The uniform includes a light blue polo shirt, PE shirts, and a logo hoodie ordered via the uniform form; bottoms must be plain dark blue (pants, shorts, skirt, or skort) and may be purchased from any store or via the uniform form. Uniforms are generally ready about one week after payment.

Governance and Ownership
The school is operated by Yoyogi International School Inc., a registered Japanese corporation. The CEO and founder is Yuko Muir, who serves as Chairman of the Board. The Board of Advisors provides strategic guidance and is by invitation.
Fees

Annual tuition at Yoyogi International School - Jinnan Campus ranges from JPY 2,568,000 to JPY 2,685,000 for 2026/27.

Application & enrolment fees
- Application Fee: JPY 33,000 (non-refundable). Applicants may pay the application fee by bank transfer or by credit card.
- Registration Fee: JPY 330,000 (listed as an enrolment fee, non-refundable for new students).
- Campus Development and Maintenance Fee: JPY 440,000 (listed as an enrolment fee, non-refundable for new students).

Annual tuition and term breakdown (tuition payable by term)
- Primary Years Programme (Kindergarten – Grade 5)
- Educational Development Fee: JPY 150,000.
- Annual tuition: JPY 2,568,000, payable in three term payments of JPY 856,000 each.
- Middle School Programme (Grades 6–8)
- Educational Development Fee: JPY 188,000.
- Term payments shown as JPY 895,000 per term (three terms), which corresponds to total term payments of JPY 2,685,000. The published term amounts and the single-line annual figure differ in the original listing; the term-by-term values are JPY 895,000 / JPY 895,000 / JPY 895,000.
- EAL (English as an Additional Language) fee
- JPY 110,000 per term; annual total JPY 330,000 when taken for the full year.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition is charged by term and is payable per term. Payment instructions are issued on the school invoice. Ten percent tax is included in all tuition and fees.
- For students enrolling after the school year has started, tuition and bus fees are prorated by the week. No sibling discount is available.
- Payment should be made by bank transfer under the child's name, using the account code shown on the invoice. The school accepts bank transfers; the application fee can also be paid by credit card. International bank transfers may carry a JPY 2,500 bank charge notation and parents are asked to ensure any bank charges are covered so the full amount is received.

Boarding fees
- Boarding is not offered at these campuses; there are no boarding fees listed. The school operates day campuses with classes assigned to the Yoyogi and Jinnan locations.

Other costs and optional charges
- Uniforms: Wearing a uniform is required. School-sold tops (light blue polo shirts, PE shirts, hoodies with logo) are purchased via the school's uniform order form; plain dark blue bottoms may be purchased by parents or via the school order form. Uniform payments are processed by bank transfer per the invoice. Specific item prices are set through the uniform order form rather than in the tuition listing.
- Bus service: A morning and afternoon bus service is available; the bus fee is charged separately from tuition. Routes and detailed information are provided for the school year; bus fees and route-specific pricing are supplied by the school on request. Bus fees are also prorated for mid-term enrolment.
- Additional program fees: Summer school and activity programs have separate pricing and payment rules (example: week/session pricing and refund rules for summer programs). These are charged in addition to regular tuition when applicable.

Refund information
- Enrolment fees listed as “non-refundable” (application fee, registration fee and campus development/maintenance fee are charged per new student and identified as non-refundable). The application fee is explicitly non-refundable in all cases.
- For optional programs such as summer camps, if the program is cancelled by the school the full funds will be refunded or redirected; some program pages specify no refunds or cancellations after the payment due date.

Fee payment options and bank details
- Accepted methods: bank transfer is the primary payment method for tuition and most school invoices; the application fee may also be paid by credit card through the school's payment form. Bank transfer instructions (bank name, branch, account number, SWIFT code and international-transfer notes) are provided on the school payment pages and must be used exactly as instructed (payer name should match the child's name). Parents are requested to ensure international transfer charges are covered so the full invoiced amount is received.

Notes and practical points
- All amounts above are shown in Japanese yen (JPY) and include tax where specified.
- Enrollment is confirmed upon payment of the tuition fee (corporate/embassy sponsorship procedures differ and can require a payment agreement and registration fee). The application process requires payment of the non-refundable application fee before an application is considered complete.
Academics

Yoyogi International School - Jinnan Campus teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), American Curriculum, British Curriculum for students aged 7 to 14.

Curriculum
The school is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP). The curriculum is drawn from the US Common Core and the UK National Curriculum and is delivered through inquiry-based learning for international and global-minded students. English is the language of instruction, with Japanese taught as an additional language. Yoyogi Campus serves Kindergarten through Grade 1, while Jinnan Campus serves Grades 2 through 8. Class hours are 8:30 to 3:30 with a student–teacher ratio of 16:1 in Kindergarten, 18:1 in Grades 1–5, and 20:1 in Grades 6–8.

Student Teacher Ratio
Kindergarten 16:1; Grades 1–5 18:1; Grades 6–8 20:1.

Higher Education Progression
High School (MYP) Grade 9 will start in August 2026. The expansion includes pursuing authorization for the Diploma Programme (DP) for Grades 11–12.
Wellbeing

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The language of instruction is English. Japanese is taught as an additional language, or at native level for native speakers.
Parent Experience

History
Yoyogi International School opened in 1999 with a mission to develop life-long learners and caring global citizens. The founder and CEO is Yuko Muir. A second campus, the Jinnan Campus, opened in Spring 2025 to serve Grades 2–8 and is located at 7-1 Udagawacho, Shibuya, Tokyo. The Yoyogi Campus serves Kindergarten–Grade 1 while the Jinnan Campus serves Grades 2–8, both in Shibuya. The school is an IB World School authorized for the Primary Years Programme and uses a curriculum that combines the US Common Core and the UK National Curriculum.

Community
Yoyogi International School emphasizes community engagement and offers a range of after-school activities across both campuses. After-school activities include staff-led programs and external clubs in areas such as Pilates, Tae Kwon Do and Soccer. Internal clubs are available for K–Grade 1 at Yoyogi Campus and for Grades 2–8 at Jinnan Campus. The school maintains a PTA called Friends of Yoyogi that promotes parental involvement, supports new families, and funds charities and new resources.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Friends of Yoyogi is the PTA of Yoyogi International School. Its mission is to promote, build and expand parents' commitment to the community while enriching children's educational journey. They work with the school to support new families joining the school and fundraise for charities and new resources for students. Activities include regular coffee mornings, monthly family picnics in Yoyogi Park, parent social events, UN Day planning and sharing, Halloween and Christmas decorating, book and uniform swaps, and home–school connections. The PTA helps create a supportive, engaged parent community around both campuses. The Friends of Yoyogi complements the school by fostering connections among families.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The Jinnan Campus is a modern facility for Grades 2–8. It is located on the 9th and 10th floors at 7-1 Udagawacho, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0042. The campus features a Tech Lab with 3D printers, bright classrooms filled with natural light, and a Creative Studio space. The design supports collaborative, hands-on learning as part of Yoyogi International School's IB-aligned program. The Jinnan Campus opened in Spring 2025.

Sports Facilities
PE classes and after-school sports activities use nearby facilities rather than on-site spaces. After-school programs include sports offered through external providers or school-led activities at both the Yoyogi and Jinnan campuses.

Academic Facilities
The Jinnan Campus features a Tech Lab with 3D printers, bright classrooms filled with natural light, and a Creative Studio space. These spaces support project-based and cross-disciplinary learning as part of the campus's academic program. The campus opened in Spring 2025 on the 9th and 10th floors at 7-1 Udagawacho.

Extra Curricular Facilities
After-school activities offer a diverse range of options in sports, arts, and academic clubs. Staff-led programs run during the late afternoon (15:45–16:45) Monday through Friday, with some clubs hosted at both Yoyogi and Jinnan campuses. External providers also offer activities such as Pilates, Tae Kwon Do, and Soccer. The ASA catalog is updated each term.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school offers after-school activities across sports, arts, and academic clubs. Internal clubs are offered at the Yoyogi Campus for Kindergarten through Grade 1, and at the Jinnan Campus for Grades 2–8. External clubs include Soccer, Volleyball, Taekwondo, Pilates, Junior Coding, and Coding. Activities run 15:45–16:45, Monday to Friday, at both campuses, with term-by-term review and updates to the offerings.

Arts & Creative
Music and Art are part of the Primary Years Programme. Visual Arts and Design are included in the Secondary Years Programme. The Jinnan Campus has a Creative Studio space and a Tech Lab with 3D printers to support creative projects. These facilities enable students to pursue artistic and design-oriented work as part of their broader learning.

Social & Hobbies
Internal clubs operate for Kindergarten through Grade 1 at the Yoyogi Campus and for Grades 2–8 at the Jinnan Campus. External clubs include Soccer, Volleyball, Taekwondo, Pilates, Junior Coding, and Coding. After-school activities run from 15:45 to 16:45, Monday to Friday, and the term offerings are reviewed each term.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The Physical Education program aligns with the IB Primary Years Programme framework. It emphasizes holistic development, personal and social growth, and outdoor learning near Yoyogi Park. The program highlights outdoor appreciation, seasonal activities, and opportunities for a cross-country team and running club. The school's location near Yoyogi Park provides access to outdoor spaces and community resources that support wellbeing.
Languages

Language Provision
The school teaches in English, and Japanese is offered as an additional language (or at native level for native speakers). The English as an Additional Language (EAL) program supports English language development and follows WIDA standards; it is aligned with IB PYP philosophies. EAL and homeroom teachers maximize co-planning, co-teaching and co-assessing time to integrate content, language, and literacy instruction. All of our teachers are language teachers.
Reputation

Awards
Not disclosed on site

Accreditations
IB World School (fully authorized) with PYP; CIS accreditation (2025)
Admissions

Admissions
Step 1: Check eligibility. The birthday cut‑off date is 31 August, and child age must meet the requirements for the appropriate section for the 2025–2026 or 2026–2027 academic years. The Jinnan Campus serves Grades 2–8 and is located at 7-1, Udagawacho, Shibuya‑ku, Tokyo 150-0042. Step 2: Complete the online Application Form on the Apply page. You will provide basic information about your child and family and select your preferred payment method. Step 3: Pay the non‑refundable application fee of JPY 33,000. The application will not be considered complete until the payment is received. Step 4: Submit the required documents: school reports (most recent academic year), identification documents (passport/ID photographs), and the Confidential Recommendation Form completed by the current or previous school. If a school report is in a language other than English, an English translation is preferred. Step 5: The Admissions Office reviews the application and will communicate the status. Step 6: If reports and references are satisfactory and there is space in the relevant year group, the student may be invited for a screening to determine how best the School can support their learning; assessment sessions are scheduled at the School's discretion. Step 7: Admissions decisions consider factors such as space availability, English language ability, social maturity, and previous school records; applicants may be placed in a wait pool if a year group is at capacity. English is the language of instruction; EAL support is available after discussion with the Admissions Team. Conditional enrollment may be offered for English learners; the School notes it cannot enroll students whose learning needs exceed current resources. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis for the 2025–2026 year and continue to be reviewed as spaces become available. For reference, Grade placement is guided by the School's Grade Placement process and is part of the admitted decision workflow.

Waitlist
Wait pool: When a year group is at capacity, applicants are placed in the wait pool. Applications are accepted throughout the year and reviewed on a rolling basis, subject to space availability. The Admissions Office informs families about enrollment trends and when seats become available. The number of applicants in the wait pool is not disclosed.
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