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Fukuoka International School

International School in Fukuoka

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Quick answer

Fukuoka International School (FIS) is an IB Continuum World School serving 350 students from 35 nationalities aged 3 to 18 in Kyushu, southern Japan. The school offers all three IB programmes (PYP, MYP, DP) with inquiry-led learning. Accredited by IBO, CIS and WASC. Strong fit for expat families on Fukuoka and broader Kyushu corporate assignments seeking established IB pathways, where Tokyo/Osaka internationals are too distant.

Key facts

  • Curriculum: IB taught at Fukuoka International School.
  • Tuition: $12,271–$14,815/yr published in JPY, US$ equivalent.
  • 35 nationalities expat-heavy mix.
  • Ages: Ages 3 to 18 school day starts at Elementary: 8:30 Secondary: 8:10.
  • Accreditations: IBO, CIS, WASC listed accreditations.
IBAges 3 to 18English$12,271–$14,815/yr(¥1902000-¥2296300)
Est. all-in: $14,343/yr(+6%, modeled)Moderate admissions76% data coverage
Official website
Students

350

Nationalities

35

Class Size

Not published

Admissions

Rolling

Accreditations

IBO, CIS, WASC

ibmid-range-costsmall-schooldiverse-communityinternationally-mobile

About Fukuoka International School

Fukuoka International School is an IB World School located in Fukuoka, Japan.

Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)

Special educational needs (SEN)Stated
English as an additional language (EAL)Stated

This school states some support, but key details aren't published — confirm the gaps below before applying.

Why this matters

Special-needs provision at international schools varies widely and is rarely guaranteed by the school itself — and local legal duties differ by country. Confirm what this school provides, in writing, before you commit.

  • In-house specialist staff listed
  • EAL/ESL support listed

Not published

  • —Educational-psychologist availability not stated

Questions to ask the school

  1. Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
  2. Can you support a child with my child's specific need (e.g. dyslexia, ADHD, autism), and have you done so this year? Ask for concrete examples.
  3. Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
  4. Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
Annual fees and costs for Fukuoka International School
ItemAmount
Annual tuition (USD)$12,271–$14,815
Annual tuition (JPY)¥1902000-¥2296300
Fee year2025-2026
Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate$14,343(+6%)
Est. first-year total (modeled)$15,843
Curriculum

IB

External examinations

IB Diploma

Additional languages

Japanese

Learning support

unknown

Special needs staff

Learning support

ESL / EAL support

Language support

School hours

Elementary: 8:30 Secondary: 8:10 – 15:20

School busNo
Lunch

Yes

Uniform requiredNo
After-school careNo
Listing imported: 2026-04-27Data source: scrapedConfidence: highData completeness: 76%Sources: none yet — confirm with the school

Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.

At a Glance

Fee Position in Fukuoka

Mid-range
Median
$12,271$12,271–$14,815$14,815

School Profile

AffordabilitySchool SizeDiversity
Fukuoka International School

Class size: Not published

Student Diversity

35nationalities350 students

Highly diverse

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