Kohana International School
International School in Tokyo
Quick answer
Kohana International School follows the British National Curriculum with IGCSE and A-Level pathways, with notably small class sizes averaging 14 students. Well-suited to budget-conscious families. At $5,058–$6,671/year, it sits below the Tokyo average — offering strong value. Graduates leave with IGCSE and A-Levels.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British leaving qualifications include IGCSE and A-Levels.
- Tuition: $5,058–$6,671/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 14 (max 20) Tokyo international school.
- 8 nationalities top: Indian.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 18 school day starts at 9 am.
- Accreditations: CIE verified.
8 (Indian)
14 avg / 20 max
Rolling
CIE
IGCSE and A-Levels
About Kohana International School
The entire school curriculum is divided into 7 subsets 1. Academics 2. Performing Arts 3. Fine Arts 4. Club activities 5. Free Play 6. Intra-class competitions 7. External competitions
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
- Educational psychologist available
- EAL/ESL support listed
Questions to ask the school
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $5,058 – $6,671 |
| Annual tuition (local) | ¥784000-¥1034000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $9,865(+50%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $12,365 |
| Cost position in Tokyo | 4th percentile(budget-friendly) |
British
IGCSE and A-Levels
IGCSE, A Levels
We have national and international toppers.
Japanese
Shadow teacher
Yes
Yes
9 am – 01:15 for Preschool, 03:30 pm for Graders and we also have after school support until 06:00 pm.
Yes
Yes
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Tokyo
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Less diverse
Common: Indian
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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