International School of the Sacred Heart
International School in Tokyo
Quick answer
Key facts
- Curriculum: American leaving qualifications include AP.
- Tuition: $17,032–$18,968/yr published in JPY, US$ equivalent.
- 50 nationalities top: Japan, USA.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 18 school day starts at Kindergarten: 8:30 am Junior School to High School: 8:20 am.
- Accreditations: CIS, WASC verified.
570
50 (Japan, USA)
Rolling
CIS, WASC
AP
About International School of the Sacred Heart
The International School of the Sacred Heart was established as the first international school for girls in Tokyo.
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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $17,032 – $18,968 |
| Annual tuition (JPY) | ¥2640000-¥2940000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $21,960(+22%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $24,460 |
| Cost position in Tokyo | 71th percentile(above average) |
American
AP
MAP, PSAT, SAT, ACT and AP
Japanese and French
1:1 support and in-class support
Yes, K to Grade 8
Yes, ELA (English Language Acquisition)
Kindergarten: 8:30 am Junior School to High School: 8:20 am – Kindergarten: 2:50 pm Junior School: 3:00 pm Middle and High School: 3:30 pm
Yes, optional
Yes
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Tokyo
Mid-rangeSchool Profile
Student Diversity
Very diverse
Common: Japan, USA
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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