United School of Tokyo
International School in Tokyo
Quick answer
United School of Tokyo provides an American curriculum with AP course options, with a highly diverse student body of 40 nationalities. Well-suited to families seeking a premium families. Tuition of $1,700,000–$2,000,000/year is in line with Tokyo averages.
Key facts
- Curriculum: American taught at United School of Tokyo.
- Tuition: $10,968–$12,903/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 14 (max 16) Tokyo international school · 230 students total.
- 40 nationalities top: American.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 14 school day starts at 8:15 am for Grade 5-Grade 8; 8:30 am for Kinder - Grade 4; 8:45 am for Pre-school and pre-Kindergarten.
230
40 (American)
14 avg / 16 max
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About United School of Tokyo
UST a unique school founded by teachers and parents to provide affordable, quality educational opportunities for families in Tokyo. UST is a popular choice for parents who are looking for a holistic, child-centric school community with good balance between a rigorous international curriculum and daily Japanese program, with great emphasis on creativity, outdoor education, community service and charity.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $10,968 – $12,903 |
| Annual tuition (local) | ¥1700000-¥2000000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $15,936(+34%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $18,436 |
| Cost position in Tokyo | 31th percentile(mid-range) |
American
Starting from Grade 4, all students complete a standardized diagnostic test in Math and English called i-Ready. This diagnostic test is conducted three times a year to help teachers better identify students' areas of need and trace progress throughout the year. Based on the test results, struggling students would then receive individualized support.
More than half of students place within 80-99% of National Norm.
UST teaches Japanese every day. The classes are level-based. In addition to Japanese, a Spanish elective is offered in Middle School.
Our learning support specialist provides push-in and pull-out services for students whose individual requirements can be met within the mainstream classroom. We also work with independent specialists who conduct assessments and provide additional services that go outside of the scope of a learning support specialist (e.g. speech therapy, occupational therapy, ABA therapy etc. ).
Yes. UST has a learning support specialist and a school counselor.
The school provides ESL and learning support services, and tutoring after school.
8:15 am for Grade 5-Grade 8; 8:30 am for Kinder - Grade 4; 8:45 am for Pre-school and pre-Kindergarten – 3:15 pm
No. However, we have an organic lunch catering service that delivers lunches daily and could be ordered by parents.
The catering company does.
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Student Diversity
Highly diverse
Common: American
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