Tsukuba International School
International School in Tsukuba
Quick answer
Tsukuba International School (TIS) serves 300 students aged 3 to 18 in Tsukuba, north of Tokyo — Japan's premier science-research city. The school is an IB Continuum World School (PYP, MYP, DP), accredited by IBO and CIS. Strong fit for academic and research-industry expat families on Tsukuba Science City corporate assignments (KEK, AIST, JAXA, University of Tsukuba) seeking established IB pathways outside the Tokyo internationals' commute corridor.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB taught at Tsukuba International School.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 18 school day starts at 8:30.
- Accreditations: IBO, CIS verified.
300
20 max
Rolling
IBO, CIS
About Tsukuba International School
Tsukuba International School values diversity, equality, and opportunity. TIS is a fully accredited International Baccalaureate (IB) World School nestled in Kamiya Forest in Kamigo, Tsukuba.
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.
- In-house specialist staff listed
- EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
Questions to ask the school
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
IB
IB Diploma
Japanese
unknown
Special Educational Needs
English language immersion programme
8:30 – Kindergarten: 14:20 Elementary: 13:15 G6-G12: 15:15 on Mondays and Fridays, 16:10 on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, at 14:40 on Thursdays
No, TIS does not provide a school lunch. Students bring packed lunches every day.
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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