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One World International School Tsukuba

Japan, Tsukuba

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees ¥1,230,000 - 1,470,000
Ages 3 - 11 years
Pupil numbers 250
Type Co-educational
Opened 2025
Bus Service Yes
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages Japanese
Typical class size 12
Strengths Performing Arts, STEM, Outdoor Education
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School
Introduction

One World International School Tsukuba is an international day school located at 1400 Kunimatsu, Tsukuba, Japan with its first full academic year beginning in August 2025. The school currently offers education for children aged 3 to 11, starting with Early Childhood and Primary School, and plans to open additional grade levels each year up to Grade 12 by 2033. OWIS Tsukuba’s curriculum is grounded in inquiry-based learning and the campus is a candidate school for the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP). Classes are taught in English, and there is an Academic English Preparation (AEP) programme designed to support learners whose first language is not English. Students eat lunches under teacher supervision, and the school does not have an on-site cafeteria. OWIS Tsukuba operates a school bus service on two routes to support families with student transportation.

1400 Kunimatsu, Tsukuba, Ibaraki 300-4354, Japan

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The Essentials

One World International School Tsukuba has 250 pupils, typical class sizes of 12, instruction in English.

Location
OWIS Tsukuba is located at 1400 Kunimatsu, Tsukuba, Ibaraki 300-4354, Japan, on the site of the former Tsukuba Elementary School. The campus sits in Tsukuba City in Ibaraki Prefecture and is accessible by train (nearest Tsukuba Station) and local bus routes. On-site visitor parking is available and there are car-drop-off/pick-up facilities on school days.

Stages
OWIS Tsukuba currently offers Early Childhood Education to Grade 5 (ages 3-11). The school plans to add one grade each year, with Grade 12 opening by 2033.

Type
International school within the One World International School network.

Pupil Nationality Mix
Official data on Tsukuba's pupil nationality mix is not published by the school. Third-party listings for OWIS Tsukuba indicate around five nationalities represented, with Japanese as the most common, and a local-to-international balance around 75:25.

Additional learning support
OWIS Tsukuba provides an English Language Support (AEP) programme to accelerate English development for non-native speakers. Admissions information notes that the school currently cannot accommodate students with significant special needs, though mild support may be considered in some cases.

Country affiliation
OWIS Tsukuba is part of the Global Schools Group (GSG) network; there is no formal country affiliation stated.

Religious affiliation
OWIS Tsukuba has no religious affiliation; the network operates as a secular international school.

School day structure
The standard school day runs from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Bus service
OWIS Tsukuba operates a dedicated school bus system with two buses in use. Route A runs Tsuchiura Station, Tsukuba Station, Amakubo 3-chome, and OWIS Tsukuba; Route B runs Midorino Station, Banpakukinen Koen Station, Kenkyugakuen Station, Gakuen no Mori 3-chome, and OWIS Tsukuba. The one-way bus fee is set at 70% of the termly fee, and schedules are subject to change. For detailed schedules and stops, contact the admissions team.
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Fees

Annual tuition at One World International School Tsukuba ranges from JPY 1,230,000 to JPY 1,470,000 for 2026/27.

Currency and tax
- All fees are quoted in Japanese Yen (JPY). Fees are shown inclusive of Japan's consumption tax.

Application and one‑time fees
- Application fee: JPY 30,000 (one‑time, non‑refundable).
- Registration fee: JPY 50,000 (one‑time, non‑refundable). The registration fee may be waived for certain academic years as published by the school.

Tuition and recurring term fees (by programme)
- Early Childhood (Kindergarten, Ages 3–6):
- Tuition: JPY 360,000 per term.
- Building fee: JPY 50,000 per term.
- Total recurring per term: JPY 410,000 (three terms per year). Annualised example: JPY 1,230,000 if paid for three terms.
- Primary Years Programme (Grades 1–5, Ages 6–11):
- Tuition: JPY 440,000 per term.
- Building fee: JPY 50,000 per term.
- Total recurring per term: JPY 490,000 (three terms per year). Annualised example: JPY 1,470,000 if paid for three terms.

Resource, excursion and other recurring annual charges
- Early Childhood resource/excursion fee: JPY 40,000 per year (non‑refundable).
- Primary Years resource/excursion fee: JPY 60,000 per year (non‑refundable).

Discounts
- Founding family discount: 10% off tuition for an announced period.
- Multi‑child discount: 25% off tuition (terms apply; one discount per child).

Billing schedule and payment terms
- The academic year is divided into three terms. Fees are invoiced termly. The full term fee must be paid before the ‘Last Date of Payment' shown on the invoice. Late‑payment charges apply to overdue accounts.
- Fees are inclusive of consumption tax; amounts may change if the tax structure changes.

Accepted payment methods and payment mechanics
- The school specifies that fees are paid by auto‑debit deduction as the required payment mechanism.
- Available payment methods listed for the school's commercial/consumer information include credit card and bank transfer.

Boarding
- No boarding provision or boarding fees are listed for this campus. Boarding is not applicable.

School bus (transport) fees
- A dedicated OWIS school bus service operates on routes serving the area. Bus fees are charged per term and vary by distance/stop. A one‑way service is offered at 70% of the termly fee. Exact termly amounts depend on route and stop.

School lunches, books and uniform
- A school lunch service is provided (monthly ordering) and is charged separately. The school also sells books and uniforms; these are additional costs to the fees above. Specific prices for lunches, books and uniform are not listed with the term fees.

Refunds and non‑refundability
- The application fee and registration fee are stated as non‑refundable. Resource/excursion fees are shown as non‑refundable.
- Refunds generally require approval by school management; refunds are possible only after school management approval as set out in the campus commercial information.

Notes on amounts and invoicing
- All headline amounts above are presented in Japanese Yen and are inclusive of consumption tax where stated on the school fee pages. Term totals and annualised examples are simple multiplications of the term figures and the school's three‑term structure.
Academics

One World International School Tsukuba teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 3 to 11.

Curriculum
OWIS Tsukuba offers an inquiry-based, student-centered curriculum grounded in International Baccalaureate (IB) methodology, with a strong literacy focus that includes Reader's/Writers Workshops, Guided Reading, and dedicated Quiet Reading Time. The program is values-driven, holistic, and personalized, integrating character education and well-being with academic aims, and it provides extensive English language support through Academic English Preparation (AEP), which is structured in three progressive levels. Current provision covers Early Childhood to Grade 5 (ages 3–11), with a plan to add a new grade each year and to reach Grade 12 by 2033. OWIS Tsukuba is a candidate IB World School for the Primary Years Programme (PYP), indicating IB-aligned standards while full authorization is pending. An international standards mapping shows Preschool through Year 13 aligned to US/Canada/Australia, UK, and Japan grade structures, to help families understand placement.
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Admissions Process
The admissions journey begins when you contact the OWIS Tsukuba admissions counsellor. The counsellor will act as your guide through the process, answering questions and arranging a campus visit. You'll discuss your child's needs and interests during this initial contact, helping tailor the next steps to your family. A tour of the Tsukuba campus will be scheduled as part of this first phase to give you a clear sense of the environment and programs on offer.

2. Campus Visit and Application Review
During your campus visit, the admissions counsellor walks you through the application form and directs you on how to pay the application fee online. This is the point to ask detailed questions about the curriculum, English language support, transport, and any specific needs your child may have. You should bring any required supporting documents or prior school records so the counsellor can outline exactly what will be needed for a complete submission. After this session, you'll know what to submit and how to proceed with the application.

3. Student Services and Logistics
After the application is submitted, you return to the school for a session with Student Services. They will issue uniforms, photo IDs, and arrange practical supports such as lunches and bus services if needed. This step also covers access to school resources and any orientation materials your family will use. It's a coordination point for practical arrangements that support your child's first weeks.

4. Finance and Beginning of Enrollment
The final step is meeting with the finance department to pay for the first term tuition. Once the payment is complete and all prior steps are satisfied, your child is formally ready to start at OWIS Tsukuba. If there are any pending items, the admissions team will advise on timelines and next actions.

Scholarships
3) Scholarships
OWIS Japan offers annual scholarship opportunities managed under the Global Schools Group (GSG) to support meritorious students from diverse backgrounds. The program emphasizes access to OWIS's academic pathway and aims to reward hard work and promise. Scholarships are described as annual, with each cycle having a one-month application window.

Scholarship categories that have been listed include:
- OWIS Community Scholarship for Financial Assistance (All grades EC–12; 1 year; Deed required). Current status shown as Closed.
- OWIS Excellence Scholarship for Academic Achievements (Grades 6–9; 1 year). Current status shown as Closed.
- OWIS Creativity Award (Grades 6–8; 1 year). Current status shown as Closed.
- OWIS Innovation Award (Grades 6–8; 1 year). Current status shown as Closed.

Notes:
- The scholarship program is described as annual with a monthly-like application cycle. For families interested in these opportunities, it is important to monitor the current cycle dates and eligibility details through the official scholarships information.

Waitlist
2) Waitlist / Pool
OWIS Tsukuba uses a waitlist mechanism related to nationality caps. If a transferring student's nationality would exceed the cap for OWIS in Japan, the child will be placed on a waiting list. Transfers within OWIS are given priority, which can affect the timing of admission for new entrants coming from outside the OWIS network. The school aims to accommodate as many students as possible and does not reject students solely because the grade is over-subscribed; when needed, additional sections can be created. Additionally, if a grade is very small, the school will maintain separate classes rather than merging grades.
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