UIA International School of Tokyo
International School in Tokyo
Quick answer
UIA International School of Tokyo follows the British National Curriculum with IGCSE and A-Level pathways. Well-suited to families seeking a premium families. Tuition of $1,515,200–$2,450,700/year is in line with Tokyo averages. Graduates leave with IGCSE and A-Levels.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British leaving qualifications include IGCSE and A-Levels.
- Tuition: $9,775–$15,811/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 23 (max 24) Tokyo international school · 530 students total.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 18 school day starts at 8:40 am.
- Accreditations: CIE verified.
530
23 avg / 24 max
Rolling
CIE
IGCSE and A-Levels
About UIA International School of Tokyo
UIA International School of Tokyo offers from early years to grade 12, with Cambridge IGCSE, and Cambridge A-level qualifications. Cambridge curriculum and assessments are designed to encourage students to develop and become confident, responsible, reflective, innovative, and engaged learners.
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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $9,775 – $15,811 |
| Annual tuition (local) | ¥1515200-¥2450700 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $16,493(+29%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $18,993 |
| Cost position in Tokyo | 35th percentile(mid-range) |
British
IGCSE and A-Levels
Cambridge IGCSE and A levels
The full range of our most recent achievements can be found at https://www.uia.jp/academic-performance/
Kokugo (Advanced Japanese), Japanese, French, Hindi
Depends on the grades, teaching assistants support these students.
UIA is a member of Special Education Network and Inclsuion Association. This gives the school access to resources and practitioners to support learners. We have number of staff with significant learning support backgrounds. The school has a Learner Support Policy being developed.
UIA has an English as Second Language (ESL) programme (G1-G8). The school utilises the WIDA structure and Cambridge resources to support learners.
8:40 am – 3:30 pm
No, our students are required to bring their lunch.
Since we request students to bring their own lunch, we do not offer alternative food items.
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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