Admissions
Welcome: Yokoso
Admissions
Welcome: Yokoso
Admissions
Welcome: Yokoso
Admissions
Welcome: Yokoso
Admissions
Welcome: Yokoso
Admissions
Welcome: Yokoso
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Welcome to TIS!

You are going to love our school. People really look out for each other. When you are new, classmates come to you and make you feel welcome. You can make friends and have fun when you are learning.

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There are a lot of wonderful schools in Tokyo. TIS is the truly international, family-friendly choice. Our 330+ students represent sixty nationalities. There is marked diversity; no dominant nationality or culture. We are an International Baccalaureate World School offering an international curriculum. We are located in the vibrant heart of Tokyo. Our diverse, welcoming community and friendly, family-like relationships are what makes TIS special. TIS admissions process is about finding the right fit for both the school and your family. If you would like to know more about TIS before applying, you can request information by completing an online inquiry.

Begin your journey here! Even better, discover TIS by scheduling a visit. 

Admissions Guidelines

TIS accepts students into a grade in accordance with their age. The birthday cut-off date at TIS is August 31st. Students are admitted into grade levels according to the cut-off dates below.

Factors which affect admissions include:

Cultural Diversity
Language Diversity
Learning Diversity
English Proficient Parents
English Proficient Parents
Gender Diversity
Space Availability
Class Size

20

Max Kindergarten to G5

20

Max Grade 6 to 9

2022-2023
Primary Years Program Kindergarten 5 by Aug. 31, 2022 Sept. 1, 2016 – Aug. 31, 2017
Grade 1 6 by Aug. 31, 2022 Sept. 1, 2015 – Aug. 31, 2016
Grade 2 7 by Aug. 31, 2022 Sept. 1, 2014 – Aug. 31, 2015
Grade 3 8 by Aug. 31, 2022 Sept. 1, 2013 – Aug. 31, 2014
Grade 4 9 by Aug. 31, 2022 Sept. 1, 2012 – Aug. 31, 2013
Grade 5 10 by Aug. 31, 2022 Sept. 1, 2011 – Aug. 31, 2012
Middle Years Program Grade 6 11 by Aug. 31, 2022 Sept. 1, 2010 – Aug. 31, 2011
Grade 7 12 by Aug. 31, 2022 Sept. 1, 2009 – Aug. 31, 2010
Grade 8 13 by Aug. 31, 2022 Sept. 1, 2008 – Aug. 31, 2009
Grade 9 14 by Aug. 31, 2022 Sept. 1, 2007 – Aug. 31, 2008
2023-2024
Primary Years ProgramKindergarten5 by Aug. 31, 2023Sept. 1, 2017 – Aug. 31, 2018
Grade 16 by Aug. 31, 2023Sept. 1, 2016 – Aug. 31, 2017
Grade 27 by Aug. 31, 2023Sept. 1, 2015 – Aug. 31, 2016
Grade 38 by Aug. 31, 2023Sept. 1, 2014 – Aug. 31, 2015
Grade 49 by Aug. 31, 2023Sept. 1, 2013 – Aug. 31, 2014
Grade 510 by Aug. 31, 2023Sept. 1, 2012 – Aug. 31, 2013
Middle Years ProgramGrade 611 by Aug. 31, 2023Sept. 1, 2011 – Aug. 31, 2012
Grade 712 by Aug. 31, 2023Sept. 1, 2010 – Aug. 31, 2011
Grade 813 by Aug. 31, 2023Sept. 1, 2009 – Aug. 31, 2010
Grade 914 by Aug. 31, 2023Sept. 1, 2008 – Aug. 31, 2009
Grade 1015 by Aug. 31, 2023Sept. 1, 2007 – Aug. 31, 2008

Application Procedure

Follow the checklist in the system

Fully completed applications will be reviewed by the Leadership Team and relevant teachers

We value all children not only those who are academically strong. We serve the expatriate community, as such English language proficiency is factor for admissions not a requirement. We admit students only when we have the support and resources to make them successful – we have a duty of care. Admissions of new students with specific learning requirements depends on the language and learning make up of the current cohort. Assessments are only given when deemed necessary, at our discretion and when a seat has been identified. There is a non-refundable processing fee for each application, which is valid for one academic year.

Calendar & Key School Dates

Aug. 19, 2022 Orientation for new students & families
Aug. 22, 2022 First school day for all students
Aug. 26, 2022 Parent/Teacher conferences
Sep. 19, 2022 Online Open House
Oct. 17 – 21, 2022 Fall Break
Oct. 24, 2022 Classes resume after Fall Break
Nov. 2, 2022 Online Open House
Dec. 16, 2022 Last day of school before Winter Break (noon dismissal)
Dec. 19, 2022 – Jan. 8, 2023 Winter Break
Jan. 9, 2023 Classes resume after Winter Break
Feb. 10, 2023 PYP Parent/Teacher/Student conferences
Feb. 20 – 24, 2023 Mid Winter Break + Professional Development (no school)
Mar. 27  – Apr. 1, 2023 Spring Break
Apr 14, 2023Student led conferences (no school)
Apr. 15, 2023Cherry Blossom Fair
May. 3 – 5, 2023Golden Week Holiday
Jun. 2, 2023Professional Development (no school)
Jun. 16, 2023Last day of academic school year (noon dismissal)
Jun. 19 – Jul. 7, 2023Summer School
Aug. 21, 2023Orientation for new students & families
Aug. 22, 2023First school day for all students
Aug. 25, 2023Parent/Teacher conferences (no school)
Sep. 22, 2023Professional Development (no school)
Oct. 16 – 20, 2023Fall Break
Nov. 2, 2023Noon dismissal for conferences
Nov. 3, 2023Conferences (no school)
Dec. 1, 2023Professional Development (no school)
Dec. 15, 2023Last day of school before Winter Break (noon dismissal)
Dec. 18, 2023 – Jan. 5, 2024Winter Break
Jan. 26, 2024 PYP conferences (no school)
Feb. 19 – 23, 2024 Mid Winter Break + Professional Development (no school)
Mar. 25 – 29, 2024 Spring Break
Apr. 12, 2024 Student led conferences (no school)
Apr. 13, 2024 Cherry Blossom Fair (Tentative)
May. 1 – 3, 2024 Golden Week holiday
May. 31, 2024 Professional Development (no school)
Jun. 14, 2024 Last day of academic school year (noon dismissal)
Jun. 17 – Jul. 5 , 2024 Summer School

School Fees

Our tuition & fees are fair and transparent. We also offer a Corporate Contribution Program (CCP).

School Tour

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Still wondering about our admissions process?

Check out our FAQS page or complete the inquiry form in order to receive additional information about our application process.

Apple Distinguised School

Tokyo International School is a non profit school, which is accredited by the Council of International Schools and the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.
We are a fully authorized, International Baccalaureate World School, catering for students from Kindergarten 1 (four years old) to Grade 8 (fourteen years old).