Sapporo International School
International School in Sapporo - Hokkaido
Quick answer
Key facts
- Curriculum: American leaving qualifications include US Diploma.
- Tuition: $3,097–$3,097/yr published in JPY, US$ equivalent.
- Avg class size: 7 (max 15) Sapporo - Hokkaido international school · 50 students total.
- 10 nationalities top: Indonesia, Egypt, Pakistan.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 15 school day starts at 9:00 AM.
- Accreditations: MSA-CESS listed accreditations.
50
10 (Indonesia, Egypt, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Japan, Nigeria, UK, Netherlands,)
7 avg / 15 max
Rolling
MSA-CESS
US Diploma
About Sapporo International School
Sapporo International School (SIS) is a multicultural and student-centered school that blends International Curriculum (CCSS) with Japanese language and culture in a safe, friendly and inclusive environment. SIS welcomes students from all backgrounds and focuses on strong academics, character development, STEM, languages, and global awareness.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states meaningful learning-support provision — still confirm it fits your child's specific need.
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.
- Learning support: moderate
- In-house specialist staff listed
- EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
Questions to ask the school
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- 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.
- Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $3,097 |
| Annual tuition (JPY) | ¥480000-¥480000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $4,147(+34%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $5,647 |
| Cost position in Sapporo - Hokkaido | 25th percentile(budget-friendly) |
American
US Diploma
US High School Diploma, and SAT, in addition to TOEIC and JLPT (for languages)
The high grade at our school is G9 (in 2026), and we are expecting to reach grade 12 in 2029
Japanese & Arabic
SIS provides the following support for students with mild learning needs: Individual learning plans prepared by teachers and the counselor. Small-group instruction for English, Japanese, or math. Extra time for some assignments or tests when needed. Regular meetings with parents to follow progress. Behavior and emotional support from the school counselor. For students with severe needs, we cooperate with external professional centers for further assessment and support.
For mild or slight learning support, our classroom teachers, together with the school counselor, can provide help inside the classroom. For severe learning needs, we guide parents to specialized centers in Sapporo, as SIS does not yet have full-time special-needs specialists.
Yes, the school has 2 levels in each language (Native and Non-Native)
9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Yes. Students may bring their own lunch or order school lunch through our partner halal food provider.
Yes. SIS provides halal meals, and we accept requests for vegetarian or allergy-sensitive options. Parents may also send meals that follow their child’s dietary needs.
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
At a Glance
Fee Position in Sapporo - Hokkaido
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Moderately diverse
Common: Indonesia, Egypt, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Japan, Nigeria, UK, Netherlands,
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