Kansai Christian School
International School in Osaka
Quick answer
Kansai Christian School provides an American curriculum with AP course options, with notably small class sizes averaging 6 students. Well-suited to budget-conscious families. At $6,723–$7,968/year, it sits below the Osaka average — offering strong value. Founded in 1970.
Key facts
- Curriculum: American taught at Kansai Christian School.
- Tuition: $6,723–$7,968/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 6 (max 12) Osaka international school · 35 students total.
- 9 nationalities top: Japanese.
- Ages: Ages 6 to 18 school day starts at Students must be in their seats by 8:15..
35
9 (Japanese)
6 avg / 12 max
Rolling
1970
About Kansai Christian School
Kansai Christian School was established in 1970 as an English-language school serving the evangelical Christian missionary community in the Kansai region. Today, over 50 years after its founding, KCS continues to provide a Biblically-based 1st-12th grade education to students from a wide variety of backgrounds.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $6,723 – $7,968 |
| Annual tuition (local) | ¥1042000-¥1235000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $8,146(+11%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $9,646 |
| Cost position in Osaka | 29th percentile(mid-range) |
American
Annual Testing (Iowa Test of Basic Skills)
Student results are most often in the categories of average to above average.
Japanese
unknown
No.
No, they must pass the English entrance test in order to be admitted.
Students must be in their seats by 8:15. – 3:25
No, they bring their own lunches.
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Class Size
Student Diversity
Less diverse
Common: Japanese
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