Tokyo West International School
International School in Tokyo
Quick answer
Tokyo West International School offers a multi-track IB and American programme. Well-suited to internationally mobile families. At $7,155–$12,206/year, it sits below the Tokyo average — offering strong value.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB, American taught at Tokyo West International School.
- Tuition: $7,155–$12,206/yr published annual range.
- Ages: Ages 2 to 18 age range accepted.
- Accreditations: IBO, CIS verified.
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IBO, CIS
About Tokyo West International School
Tokyo West International School believes that each and every individual has unique talents, interests, dreams, and aspirations waiting to be discovered and nurtured. As an authorized IB PYP school, TWIS “aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable, and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect” (IBO, 2024). TWIS is committed to providing a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment where students learn and grow.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states some support, but key details aren't published — confirm the gaps below before applying.
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.
- EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Learning-support provision not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
- —In-house specialist staff not listed
Questions to ask the school
- What in-house learning-support specialists do you employ (SENCo, learning-support teachers, speech & language therapist, occupational therapist), and what is each one's caseload?
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $7,155 – $12,206 |
| Annual tuition (local) | ¥1109000-¥1892000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $13,681(+41%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $16,181 |
| Cost position in Tokyo | 20th percentile(budget-friendly) |
IB, American
American High School Diploma
Japanese
unknown
English as a Second Language
Yes
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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