Kobe Bilingual School
International School in Osaka
Quick answer
Kobe Bilingual School is an international school serving expat families in Osaka, with notably small class sizes averaging 10 students. Well-suited to budget-conscious families. At $5,419–$6,465/year, it sits below the Osaka average — offering strong value.
Key facts
- Curriculum: Other taught at Kobe Bilingual School.
- Tuition: $5,419–$6,465/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 10 (max 20) Osaka international school · 78 students total.
- 15 nationalities top: Japanese.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 12 school day starts at 9:00.
78
15 (Japanese)
10 avg / 20 max
Rolling
About Kobe Bilingual School
Kobe Bilingual School is a bilingual international school in Kobe for children aged 3-12, promoting local and global learning. KOBILS implements Scotland’s Curriculum for Excellence alongside the Japanese national curriculum. KOBILS strives to help develop SKILL in their students: to become Strong, Kind, Inquisitive, Life-Long Learners. They encourage children to recognise and build on their strengths while overcoming their weaknesses, whether they be in academics, sports or daily life. In this way children can be the best they can be and find their place as effective contributors to society - both now and in the future.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $5,419 – $6,465 |
| Annual tuition (local) | ¥840000-¥1002000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $7,442(+25%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $8,942 |
| Cost position in Osaka | 14th percentile(budget-friendly) |
Other
Cambridge English tests are optional
Results vary
Japanese (JSL)
Teaching assistants, differentiated learning goals and plans
We have fully trained classroom teachers with teaching experience in their home country. We work with specialists outside the school to support individual learning needs.
Yes
9:00 – 3:30
Yes
No. We can make some accommodations for students with allergies
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Osaka
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Moderately diverse
Common: Japanese
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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