The Japanese School Singapore - Changi

The Changi Campus is located at 11 Upper Changi Road North, Singapore 507657, in the eastern part of Singapore near the Simei area. It is accessible by bus from nearby routes and is a modest drive from Simei MRT on the East-West Line. The campus sits within a residential and educational precinct that serves the eastern suburbs. (Addresses and transport details are published by the school.)

The Japanese School Singapore operates separate primary campuses in Clementi and Changi, and a secondary campus in West Coast. The Changi Campus houses the Primary School for its students in that location, while the Clementi Campus also serves Primary students. The West Coast Campus houses the Junior High/Secondary division.

The school is a private international school. It serves both boys and girls across its campuses and runs as a day school with no boarding facilities. The day is structured as a single full-day session across campuses.

Pupil nationality mix is not publicly disclosed. Admission is generally limited to residents of Singapore who are members of the Japanese Association of Singapore, indicating a primary Japanese expatriate user base, with some international and local students in smaller numbers.

The Singapore Japanese School provides Special Needs transfers for students requiring additional support. There is a dedicated process with an Education Support Committee, and support may include in-class or pull-out arrangements; however, some medical or highly dependent needs may not be accommodated. The admissions process for SEN involves detailed documentation and a committee review.

The school is a Japanese international school operating in Singapore. It is registered as a private overseas educational facility under Singapore's private education framework and follows Japanese educational regulations for admission and curriculum.

There is no religious affiliation noted for the school; it operates as a secular, international Japanese school.

The school runs a full-day schedule. Primary lessons start around 8:40 with 45-minute periods and 10-minute breaks, lunch from 12:20 to 13:10, and early release at 14:25 on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays (with 15:30 release on Tuesdays and Thursdays for additional lessons). Secondary lessons start at 8:45 and run 50-minute periods, with the day ending at 15:50. Most students travel home by school bus after the day ends.

Bus service is provided by The Japanese School Cooperative (日本人学校協同組合), run by parents and company representatives. Routes include lines such as 5, 37, and 2, with the school-front bus stop at Upper Changi Road North (B01, B02). Registration as a cooperative member is required to use the bus service, and there are guidelines for conduct and operation.

The Changi Campus teaches according to the Japanese Ministry of Education's Course of Study, delivering the same content as Japanese elementary schools; core subjects—Japanese language, mathematics, science, social studies, life studies, music (part), home economics, and physical education (excluding swimming)—are taught with Japanese textbooks by Japanese teachers. An English program supplements the curriculum with native English instruction and English immersion in music and swimming taught by local teachers; from Year 1, English is taught for three hours per week, with a focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing in small classes. Moral education, special activities, and integrated study time build social skills and international understanding; higher grades include clubs and student committees, and the integrated studies time addresses Singaporean culture and international perspectives. The school also runs events and experiential activities such as sports day, music concerts, and seasonal events introducing Japanese culture (e.g., calligraphy and Tanabata) and encourages interaction with local schools and excursions. Nine years of schooling, comprising six years of primary and three years of secondary, are compulsory under Japanese Education Law; the secondary program at the West Coast campus is a three-year curriculum to prepare for high school, with English immersion introduced since 1995.

The Japanese School Singapore supports social and emotional learning (SEL) through structured school life practices that foster values, cooperation, and student leadership. Morning assemblies are held regularly to address students and reinforce fellowship and positive behavior. A monthly Students' Assembly provides opportunities for student-led announcements and performances, contributing to classroom citizenship. A Student Council with specialized committees (e.g., Assembly, Social Life, Health/Hygiene, Environment, etc.) gives students a voice in school life. Extra-Curricular Activities across sports and cultural clubs are encouraged for the mental, physical, and moral development of students. These elements collectively contribute to SEL within the school's framework.

The school does not publicly disclose information about a dedicated Special Educational Needs (SEN) program on publicly accessible pages. Changi Campus notes that it teaches Japanese primary students with varying English fluency levels, indicating attention to language needs but not a formal SEN structure. Admissions materials reference “special arrangements for admissions” for students requiring special consideration, but these relate to entry procedures rather than ongoing SEN services. There is no explicit listing of a specialist SEN unit or dedicated staff for SEN on the public site. Therefore, the school does not publicly disclose detailed SEN provisions.

The school provides English as an Additional Language (EAL) support for Japanese primary students with varying English proficiency. ESL teachers are employed at the Clementi Campus to teach English to younger learners with different levels of prior exposure. The school describes English education with native-speaking teachers and small-class, immersion-based delivery. English immersion is used in some subjects to encourage practical use of English beyond the classroom. The English Education pages show a strong emphasis on communicative English and immersion, supported by native staff.

Mental wellbeing is supported through regular school life activities that foster community and personal development. Morning assembly and English immersion assemblies reinforce positive behavior and a sense of belonging. A monthly Students' Assembly and a Student Council with specialized committees promote student voice, collaboration and responsibility. Extra-Curricular Activities provide opportunities for peer interaction and confidence-building across sports and culture. Health support is available on-site via a Sickbay at the Clementi Campus, and a Health/Hygiene Committee helps address wellbeing concerns. The site also maintains a Privacy Policy to safeguard student information.

Safeguarding and child protection are supported through on-site health resources and governance structures. A Sickbay is available at the Clementi Campus to address health concerns and emergencies. The Student Council includes a Health/Hygiene Committee that monitors health and safety issues, supporting a safe school environment. The school maintains a Privacy Policy to safeguard student data and personal information. These features indicate concrete safeguarding mechanisms across health, safety and data protection.

1. Eligibility is defined by Japanese educational law. The applicant must be within the age group designated by the law and reside in Singapore. The parent must be a member of the Japanese Association of Singapore; in general, enrollment of Singapore citizens is not permitted unless the Singapore government approves.

2. Obtain the School Prospectus at the school general office; the handbook is not mailed. The prospectus provides enrollment details and other information beyond the homepage.

3. Campus viewing and admissions inquiries are handled at the school general office. The school operates on weekdays from 9am to 4pm for such matters.

4. Application forms are available as Form 1 and Form 2 for prospective applicants.

5. Donations accompany admission in addition to entrance and tuition fees. Corporate donations are required if a parent works for a Japanese company; personal donations are required if the parent works for a foreign-owned enterprise or is self-employed. The personal donation is $3,000 per family (excluding GST).

6. The Singapore Japanese School is registered with the Committee for Private Education; the Registration Number is 201112919Z and the registration period runs from 06 July 2024 to 05 July 2030.

7. Enrollment data (as of April 2025) shows 746 primary students at Clementi, 531 at Changi, and 410 in the secondary program, with 1,687 total students taught by 144 teachers across three campuses.

8. Campuses include two Primary campuses (Clementi and Changi) and a West Coast Campus for the Secondary School. Clementi Campus is 95 Clementi Road; Changi Campus is 11 Upper Changi Road North; West Coast Campus is at 201 West Coast Road.

9. The Secondary School has adopted an English immersion programme since 1995, with subjects such as Physical Education, Arts and Home Economics taught in English by English-speaking specialists.

10. The education structure comprises 9 years of schooling: 6 years of Primary and 3 years of Secondary education.