Rugby School Japan
International School in Tokyo
Quick answer
Rugby School Japan follows the British National Curriculum with IGCSE and A-Level pathways, with notably small class sizes averaging 15 students. Well-suited to premium-budget and boarding families. At $32,258–$38,710/year, it sits above the Tokyo average, reflecting its premium positioning. Graduates leave with IGCSE and A-Levels.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British leaving qualifications include IGCSE and A-Levels.
- Tuition: $32,258–$38,710/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 15 (max 20) Tokyo international school · 300 students total.
- 26 nationalities top: Japanese.
- Ages: Ages 11 to 18 school day starts at 8:15.
- Accreditations: COBIS verified.
300
26 (Japanese)
15 avg / 20 max
Available
COBIS
IGCSE and A-Levels
About Rugby School Japan
Rugby School Japan is a co-educational British day and boarding school.
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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $32,258 – $38,710 |
| Annual tuition (local) | ¥5000000-¥6000000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $40,164(+13%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $42,664 |
| Cost position in Tokyo | 98th percentile(premium tier) |
British
IGCSE and A-Levels
IGCSE, A Levels
IGCSE (75% A-A*) / A Levels - no results yet
Japanese, Chinese, French, German
Personalised Learning Support classes are offered
Yes
Yes
8:15 – 17:30
Yes
Yes
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Tokyo
Mid-rangeSchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Moderately diverse
Common: Japanese
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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