Tokyo International School
International School in Tokyo
Quick answer
Tokyo International School (TIS) serves 360 students aged 4 to 17 in Minato Ward (central Tokyo). The school is an IB Continuum World School (PYP, MYP, DP) with intentionally smaller cohort sizes, accredited by IBO, CIS and NEASC. Tuition $19,355-$21,290 per year. Strong fit for international expat families seeking established IB-track education in central Tokyo with personalised attention, complementing the larger ASIJ, BST and Sacred Heart options for diplomatic and corporate expat families.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB taught at Tokyo International School.
- Tuition: $19,355–$21,290/yr published annual range.
- Ages: Ages 4 to 17 school day starts at Classes commence at 8:20..
- Accreditations: IBO, CIS, NEASC verified.
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About Tokyo International School
TIS strives to successfully combine contemporary, yet rigorous teaching, learning and assessment practices, with important, family-like relationships which exist between teachers, students and parents.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $19,355 – $21,290 |
| Annual tuition (local) | ¥3000000-¥3300000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $24,723(+22%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $27,223 |
| Cost position in Tokyo | 84th percentile(premium tier) |
IB
Students from Grade 1 and above are tested annually with the MAP (Measures of Academic Progress) exams.
The examination results school wide are positive.
Japanese is taught to all students from K1 to Grade 5 with almost daily instruction from Grade 1 and above. Classes are stratified to allow for different levels of instruction, with generally a Beginner, Intermediate and Native Speaker stream for each grade. Students in the Middle School can choose to study either Japanese or Spanish.
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We have a small number of support staff who work across the school to enhance learning for all our students and work closely with a small number of students who require learning support. These services are very limited.
Yes, we offer EAL (English as Another Language) support to a limited number of students from G1-G5. Students in the Middle School (Grades 6-8) are required to have grade level English Language competency.
Classes commence at 8:20. – School finishes at 3:20.
No, TIS does not have a cafeteria. Students can either bring their food from home, or order from the catering service, Kiwi Kitchen. Ordering happens online, and there are multiple choices available each day.
Our lunch delivery services cater to many individual diets.
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