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Laurus International School of Science - Bunkyo

Japan, Tokyo

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 0 - 16 years
Pupil numbers 1500
Type Co-educational
Opened 2025
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages English
Typical class size 20
Strengths STEM, Languages, Outdoor Education
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Preschool, Kindergarten
Introduction

Laurus International School of Science, Bunkyo is a STEM-focused preschool and kindergarten campus in Tokyo's Bunkyo ward, opened July 2025 as the eighth Laurus Preschool & Kindergarten. Serving ages 0 to 16, the campus offers a Bespoke Curriculum built on inquiry-based STEM learning and an all-English Preschool School Life that nurtures social, emotional, physical and cognitive development. A Day at Preschool describes a safe space for growth, while Kindergarten School Life combines hands-on science experiments with outdoor play and opportunities to develop communication skills. The campus is near Kasuga Station and Korakuen Station, and operates Monday–Friday from 8:30 to 18:00, with a 5-hour option (9:00–14:00) and a full-day option (8:30–18:00); a School Bus service is available. In January 2026 it became eligible for the Early Childhood Education and Care Fee Exemption Program, reducing monthly fees. Extracurriculars include Mother & Toddler programs, Afterschool ESL/Science and music, and seasonal STEM camps.

B202 L-age Koishikawa, 1-17-1 Koishikawa, Bunkyo‑ku, Tokyo 112-0002, Japan

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The Essentials

Laurus International School of Science - Bunkyo has 1,500 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.

Location
Located in Koishikawa, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo, the Bunkyo campus is at B202 L-age Koishikawa, 1-17-1 Koishikawa, 112-0002. It opened in July 2025 as Laurus International School's 8th Preschool & Kinder garten. It is a 5-minute walk from Kasuga Station (Toei Mita and Oedo Lines) and a 7-minute walk from Korakuen Station (Tokyo Metro Marunouchi and Nanboku Lines). Hours are Mon–Fri 8:30–18:00 (public holidays may affect hours).

Stages
Preschool and Kindergarten programs for ages 10 months to 6 years. They are part of Laurus International School's Preschool & Kindergarten offerings.

Type
Preschool & Kindergarten; international STEM program. Curriculum builds a foundation through inquiry-based STEM learning.

Country affiliation
Japan

School day structure
Hours: Mon–Fri 8:30–18:00. Enrollment options include a 5-hour option (9:00–14:00) and a Full Day option (8:30–18:00).

Bus service
A school bus service is available, subject to age and height restrictions.
Diving Deeper
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Fees
Monthly tuition (by age group and schedule)

- Kindergarten (ages 3–6) — students attend 5 days per week:
- 5-hour option (09:00–14:00): JPY 128,000 per month.
- Full-day option (08:30–18:00): JPY 177,000 per month.

- Preschool (ages 1.5–3) — students may attend 1–5 days per week (monthly rates):
- 1 day/week — 5-hour: JPY 39,000; full-day: JPY 56,000.
- 2 days/week — 5-hour: JPY 65,000; full-day: JPY 94,000.
- 3 days/week — 5-hour: JPY 83,000; full-day: JPY 122,000.
- 4 days/week — 5-hour: JPY 105,000; full-day: JPY 155,000.
- 5 days/week — 5-hour: JPY 128,000; full-day: JPY 177,000.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition is billed and charged on a monthly basis. "Days" in the fee schedule refers to the fixed number of days per week a child is enrolled.
- Entrance fee and some charges are due at enrolment or annually as specified below.

One-off and annual charges

- Entrance Fee: JPY 120,000 — payable upon enrolment.
- Educational Service Charge: JPY 90,000 — charged annually.
- Maintenance Fee: JPY 50,000 — charged annually.

Other applicable costs (examples and optional services)

- Materials and printed texts — costs provided on enrolment.
- School uniform — costs provided on enrolment.
- Lunch — optional; lunch pricing and availability are provided separately.
- School bus — optional; a school bus service is available subject to age and height restrictions (schedules/fees provided separately).

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not applicable for this campus (Preschool & Kindergarten). No boarding fees apply.

Subsidy / fee exemption note

- The Bunkyo preschool became eligible for Japan's Early Childhood Education and Care Fee Exemption Program as of January 2026; as a result a portion of the monthly fees from January onward will be exempted under that program.

Refunds and cancellation (where published)

- Seasonal programmes and short courses run by the school include specific cancellation and refund terms (for example: cancellation windows, a small handling fee, and limited refunds after stated deadlines). These seasonal programme terms are published with their enrolment details.
- A specific, general refund policy for monthly preschool/kindergarten tuition is not published in the school's public tuition page.

Fee payment options

- Bank transfer (domestic bank account details are published in parent/handbook documents and school payment instructions).
- For seasonal events and short-term programmes, payment channels include cash payments at major convenience stores in Japan or internet banking; international bank transfer instructions and handling fees are provided where applicable.

Summary of what is provided and what to note

- Monthly tuition rates by attendance pattern and by preschool vs kindergarten are published above and billed monthly. Entrance, educational service and maintenance charges are listed with payment timing. Optional costs (materials, uniform, lunch, bus) are charged in addition and are detailed to families at enrolment.
- The campus participates in the Early Childhood Education and Care Fee Exemption Program from January 2026, which reduces part of the monthly fee for eligible families.
- Published seasonal/short-course payment methods and cancellation terms include convenience-store payment and internet banking, and standard cancellation/refund windows; domestic bank transfer details are used for other school payments.
Academics

Laurus International School of Science - Bunkyo teaches Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 0 to 16.

Curriculum
Build a strong foundation through inquiry-based STEM learning. Preschool School Life emphasizes social, emotional, physical and cognitive skills in an all-English setting. A Day at Preschool describes a safe learning space for the little ones to grow with confidence. Kindergarten School Life features science experiments, outdoor play, learning to communicate and more.
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Admissions

Admissions
Step 1: The Bunkyo school serves ages 10 months to 6 years. Enrolment options include a 5-hour day (9:00–14:00) and a full-day option (8:30–18:00). Afterschool programs and Seasonal Camps are available at this location. Mother & Toddler programs are available at this location. Step 2: Enrollment can be initiated by starting an application or joining a school tour. Admissions Overview and Admissions FAQ provide information on requirements, timelines and policies. A School Bus service is available, subject to age and height restrictions. Hours are Mon–Fri, 8:30–18:00. Step 3: Tuition & Fees information is available to understand costs and payment schedules. Admissions guidance is provided via Admissions Overview and FAQ. Enroll Now or Join a School Tour to complete enrollment.
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