Chicago Futabakai Japanese School

United States, Arlington Heights

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The school at a glance

Instructs in Japanese

Fees $14,667 - 15,462

Ages Not listed

Pupil numbers 695

Type Co-educational

Opened 1966

Bus Service No

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Academic offering

Curriculum Japanese Curriculum

Taught languages Japanese, English

Strengths Languages

Clubs Cultural and Language

Stages Elementary, Middle School

Introduction

Chicago Futabakai Japanese School in Arlington Heights, Illinois, is a Japanese government-approved overseas educational facility administered by the Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Chicago (JCCC). The school follows a Japanese Curriculum and operates two parallel programs: a Day School and a Japanese Saturday School, collectively known as the Chicago method. These programs educate children of JCCC member employees living in the United States and are funded by the Japanese government, Japan Overseas Educational Services, and other charitable organizations. The aim is to provide Japanese education for students abroad and to develop individuals who can contribute globally. Sumire Kindergarten is part of the Futabakai offerings, extending the program to early childhood. The Day School opened in 1978, and since 1998 the facilities have been based in Arlington Heights after moves to Skokie and Niles. The arrangement preserves a continuous Japanese schooling pathway for families residing outside Japan.

jccc-chi.org

Arlington Heights, Illinois, USA (exact postal/street address not published)

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A Japanese school in the Chicago area following the Japanese curriculum.

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Fees

入学（申込）費用

- 入会金（入学時一回のみ）: USD 500.

学費（全日校：年度額および学年別）

- 小学部（年額・授業料）: USD 11,364.
- 中学部（年額・授業料）: USD 12,159.
- 通学バス代（年額）: USD 2,874.

学費の分割（回毎）と支払い金額（全日校）

- 支払方法: 年3回分納（各期ごとの金額が定められています）。
- 小学部の各回分（年3回で均等分割）: 授業料 USD 3,788／回、通学バス代 USD 958／回、校舎整備積立金 USD 80／回、ICT準備金 USD 63／回. （これらを3回合計すると上記の年額になります）。
- 中学部の各回分（年3回で均等分割）: 授業料 USD 4,053／回、通学バス代 USD 958／回、校舎整備積立金 USD 80／回、ICT準備金 USD 63／回.
- 分割支払の標準スケジュール（期日）: 第1回（春期）・第2回（秋期）・第3回（冬期）のおおむね5月、9月、12月に相当する期日での納入が記載されています。

その他の定期的・随時費用

- 校舎整備積立金（年額）: USD 240（年額合計。上記分割金額に含まれています）。
- ICT準備金（年額）: USD 189（年額合計）。
- 教材・ドリル代: 実費（学年・科目により別途請求）。
- 事務手数料・遅延料等:
- 遅延時の滞納料（請求書1件あたり、滞納1か月につき）: USD 20。
- 証明書等の発行手数料: USD 10–30（実費・送料別）。

寮・寄宿（Boarding）

- 寮（boarding）費用: 該当なし。シカゴ双葉会日本語学校は日校（全日校）・補習校を運営しており、寄宿（ボーディング）プログラムは設定されていません。

制服・必需品等（その他の費用）

- 制服費用: 明示された一括金額は掲示されていません。教科書・学用品・ドリル等は別途実費請求となります。必要経費は学年・クラスにより変動します。

返金（退学・途中解約時）の扱い

- 入会金（USD 500）は入学時の一回支払で、入会金の返金は行われない旨が明記されています。授業料の分割納入に関しては、在籍期間に応じた支払の扱いや期日基準が規定されており、退学・途中離脱時の授業料の扱いは学校の規定に従って判断されます。具体的な返金の可否や計算方法は学年・退学時期によって異なります。

請求・支払方法（利用可能な支払手段）

- 支払手段（補習校と全日校の案内に記載されている取り扱い）: 小切手またはオンライン請求（Online Bill Payment）での支払いが標準で、Zelleやクレジットカードは受付不可と明記されています。銀行振込等については所定の案内に従います。

入学資格・会員要件（費用に関連する点）

- 保護者（法定代理人）がJCCC（Japanese Chamber of Commerce & Industry of Chicago）会員であることが入学条件とされており、JCCC入会時にはシカゴ双葉会学校施設基金相当の初回支払い（施設費）が求められる場合があります。新規入会時の施設費の目安は会員種別と登録人数に応じて規定額が示されています（例: 個人会員等ではUSD 500以上、正会員での登録人数に応じた段階別の金額など）。

まとめ（発表年度）

- 上記は全日校（Day School）の2026年度（as of April 1, 2026）に提示された授業料等の内訳です。補習校（Saturday School）の授業料・納入金については別途の案内があり、補習校側でも支払方法や年度ごとの授業料案内が用意されています。補習校の支払い手段としては小切手とOnline Bill Paymentが案内されています。

Academics

Curriculum

Chicago Futabakai Japanese School is a Japanese government-approved overseas educational facility established by the Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Chicago (JCCC). It is administered and supervised by the JCCC and operates two programs in parallel: a Day School and a Japanese Saturday School, together described as the 'Chicago method.' The Day School and Saturday School are private Japanese schools created to educate children of JCCC member employees and are funded by the Japanese government, Japan Overseas Educational Services, and other charitable organizations. The aim is to provide Japanese education for students living in the United States and to develop individuals capable of contributing globally.

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Admissions

1. Join JCCC to enroll a child in Chicago Futabakai Japanese School. The Futabakai schools are private Japanese schools founded to educate children of JCCC member employees and are financially supported by the Japanese government, Japan Overseas Educational Services, and other charitable organizations. Active and Associate level JCCC membership applicants must obtain two Board of Directors recommendations as part of the membership application; the process uses the Board of Directors Recommendation Form, the List of the Board Members, and the Recommendation Upload.

2. Pay the Futabakai School Facility Fee upon joining. The Facility Fund donation amounts depend on membership level and number of registrants: Active (Full) Member – 1 registrant: $1,000 or more; 2–3 registrants: $3,000 or more; 4–5 registrants: $5,000 or more; 6+ registrants: $9,000 or more; Associate Member – 1 registrant: $500 or more; 2–5 registrants: $1,000 or more; Individual Member – 1 registrant: $500 or more. The “Number of Registrants” refers to the number of people your JCCC membership registers for Futabakai; if registrants increase after donation, additional contributions are required; Futabakai donations are not refunded if registrants decrease.

3. After membership approval and facility fee payment, enrollment eligibility is established. Membership provides eligibility to enroll children in Chicago Futabakai Schools. Futabakai operates as Day School (全日校) and Saturday School (補習校) in Chicago.

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FAQs

Where is Chicago Futabakai Japanese School located, and what programs does it run?

The school is administered by the Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Chicago (JCCC) and operates two programs in parallel: a Day School (全日校) and a Japanese Saturday School (補習校), together described as the “Chicago method.” These programs serve Japanese education for children living in the United States and are private schools funded by the Japanese government, Japan Overseas Educational Services, and other charitable organizations. The Day School and Saturday School are based in the Chicago area and are designed to educate children of JCCC member employees and Chicagoland residents.

Who is the school primarily for?

Chicago Futabakai Japanese School educates children of JCCC member employees. It is a private, co-educational facility run under the Chicago method, with the aim of developing individuals who can contribute globally.

What is the core aim or mission of the school?

The aim is to provide Japanese education for students living in the United States and to develop globally capable individuals who can engage with the world.

How much does it cost to enroll and attend the school?

Enrollment fee is USD 500. For Day School, annual tuition is USD 11,364 for Elementary and USD 12,159 for Middle School, plus a yearly bus fee of USD 2,874. Other annual costs include a Facility Fund and ICT Fund, with payments typically made in three installments per year.

What is the admissions process like?

To enroll, families must join the JCCC. The admission process includes two Board of Directors recommendations, payment of the Facility Fund, and, after membership approval, enrollment eligibility. Note that the Saturday School has its own enrollment guidance as a related Futabakai offering.

What payment methods can I use?

Payments are usually by check or Online Bill Payment. Zelle or credit cards are not accepted, and there are specific timelines for the three annual installments (roughly spring, fall, and winter).

Is boarding available at the school?

No boarding is not offered. Chicago Futabakai operates Day School (full-time) and the Japanese Saturday School (part-time) without a boarding option.

Is there a refund policy for deposits or tuition if my plans change?

The entry fee of USD 500 is non-refundable. Tuition refunds and any remaining balances are governed by school policy and can depend on the timing of withdrawal and the program, with specifics varying by year and circumstances.

Are there any membership-based facility fees I should expect?

Yes. Facility Fund donations depend on membership level and the number of registrants. For example, Active Members have higher minimum donations for 1 registrant versus multiple registrants, and there are separate amounts for Associate and Individual members. There are also annual Facility Fund and ICT contributions in addition to textbooks and other materials.

What is the Chicago method in terms of curriculum and structure?

The Chicago method refers to Chicago Futabakai's configuration of two programs running in parallel—the Day School and the Japanese Saturday School—under government-approved overseas education guidance. This setup is designed to provide continuous Japanese education for students in the United States.

What grade levels or age ranges does the Day School serve?

The Day School offers elementary and middle school levels as part of Futabakai's offerings. The exact age range is not specified in the provided information, but the curriculum covers those grade levels.

Are there published exam results or higher-education outcomes available?

No information about exam results or university placement is provided in the available data.

What is Sumire Kindergarten and how does it fit with Futabakai offerings?

Sumire Kindergarten is part of Futabakai's offerings and complements the Day School and Saturday School, providing early childhood education as part of the Futabakai family.

What is the history of Futabakai's Chicago presence?

The Saturday School opened in May 1966 with 49 pupils and 3 teachers. The Day School opened in 1978, and the two programs moved locations several times before settling in Arlington Heights in 1998. The schools operate as the Chicago method under the administration of the JCCC.

Are Day School and Saturday School run concurrently?

Yes. Day School and the Japanese Saturday School operate concurrently as the Chicago method to deliver Japanese education in the United States.

What is the school's governance structure?

Chicago Futabakai Japanese School is a not-for-profit organization administered by the Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Chicago (JCCC). It operates as private Day School and Saturday School and is financially supported by the Japanese government, Japan Overseas Educational Services, and other charitable organizations.

Is there a school uniform or a meal program?

Uniform details and meal program information are not provided in the available data.

What can you tell me about the language provision and instruction focus?

The two Futabakai programs—Day School and Saturday School—are centered on providing Japanese education. Instruction is in Japanese and aligns with the Japanese government-approved overseas education framework.

What role does the JCCC play in admissions and community activities?

Enrollment requires JCCC membership, and admission involves Board recommendations and facility fee payments. The JCCC also hosts joint events with partners like the Consulate-General of Japan in Chicago, JETRO, and The Japan American Society of Chicago, strengthening ties between the school, the local Japanese community, and wider organizations.

What is the significance of JCCC membership for prospective families?

Membership is a prerequisite to enroll children in Chicago Futabakai Schools. The membership process includes a Board recommendation and a facility fund donation, with amounts varying by membership type and the number of registrants.

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