Ascot International School Japan is a British Curriculum / Cambridge Primary / Cambridge Secondary / Cambridge IGCSE / Cambridge A Levels / EYFS / Japanese Curriculum school in Kobe, Japan. Founded in 2018. Annual tuition ranges from $7,712 to $12,536 USD.
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About
Ascot International School Japan is a Cambridge International and WASC-accredited school located in Kita-ku, Kobe, serving students aged 2 to 18 from Early Years through Upper Secondary. The school follows the Cambridge International Curriculum aligned with the English National Curriculum, offering pathways through IGCSE and A-levels, with Japanese language fully integrated alongside the English programme. Set on a 5-acre campus with 4 acres of woodland, the school emphasises nature-based and SDG-focused learning, maintains small class sizes of up to 15 students, and offers boarding for secondary students in separate boys' and girls' dormitories.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
Cambridge International School and WASC-accredited school in Kobe with a 5-acre campus including 4 acres of woodland used for nature-based and SDG-focused learning. Bilingual English-Japanese programme with staff described as native English speakers, many of whom are bilingual. Small class sizes of maximum 15 students. Boarding available for secondary students. Sister campus in Bangkok under the Ascot International School network.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Reception (age 4-5) | JPY 1,090,000~$ 7,243 |
| Kindergarten (age 3-4) | JPY 1,090,000~$ 7,243 |
| Nursery Full (age 2-3) | JPY 1,030,000~$ 6,844 |
| Nursery Half (age 2-3) | JPY 530,000~$ 3,522 |
| Key Stage 1 Year 1-2 (age 5-7) | JPY 1,160,000~$ 7,708 |
| Key Stage 2 Year 3-4 (age 7-9) | JPY 1,210,000~$ 8,040 |
| Key Stage 2 Year 5-6 (age 9-11) | JPY 1,320,000~$ 8,771 |
| Key Stage 3 Year 7-9 (age 11-14) | JPY 1,470,000~$ 9,767 |
| Key Stage 4 Year 10-11 (age 14-16) | JPY 1,600,000~$ 10,631 |
| Key Stage 5 Year 12-13 (age 16-18) | JPY 1,750,000~$ 11,628 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: ¥1,151,000 - 1,871,000. Application fee: $147.
Admissions Process
- 1Submit an inquiry by email or phone at any time. 2. Attend an Open House or arrange a school visit, which includes a Head of School meeting, guided tour, and optional Trial Day. 3. Submit an application in person with completed forms and the application fee (JPY 22,000). 4. Attend an interview with the Headmaster, conducted in person or online. 5. Receive an admission decision and, upon acceptance, complete enrolment steps including payment of the enrollment fee (JPY 165,000).
Admissions Details
The school does not publish a formal waitlist or pool system. Admissions are offered on a rolling basis, space permitting. If a grade is temporarily full, spaces may open later depending on availability.
Boarding Life
Separate boys' and girls' dormitories are located within walking distance of the school campus. A one-time dormitory fee of JPY 22,000 applies. Monthly weekday boarding (Monday to Friday) costs JPY 30,000, with JPY 4,000 charged per non-school day. Specific details on room types, meals, and supervision arrangements are not publicly disclosed.
Boarding is available for secondary students in separate boys' and girls' dormitories located within walking distance of the school. The exact boarding model (full, weekly, or flexi) is not published. A one-off dormitory fee of JPY 22,000 applies, with a monthly weekday fee of JPY 30,000 and JPY 4,000 per non-school day.
School Day
School opens at 8:30 a.m. Monday to Friday. Teaching runs from 8:45 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Extended care is available from 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. After-school tutoring is also offered from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Student Life
Nursery students do not wear a school uniform. From Kindergarten onwards, all students wear the school uniform daily. The uniform is described as comfortable, attractive, and easy to maintain.
School lunch is available from the school kitchen. Students may either bring their own lunch or order the daily school lunch. Lunch is supervised by staff on campus. Dietary options are not specified.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
Student wellbeing is stated as central to staff efforts. An on-site Nurse Station is located in the Early Years building. Small class sizes (maximum 15 students) support individual attention. After-school clubs provide social engagement. No separate mental health programme or counsellor role is described in public materials.
Campus safety measures include controlled access, perimeter fencing, CCTV with facial recognition, and 24/7 Secom security monitoring. Visitors are required to sign in and wear badges. End-of-day dismissal is managed by Class Teachers directly to parents or designated caretakers. The campus is described as earthquake-safe and well-ventilated.
Student Demographics
School Background
The Kobe campus operates within the Ascot International School network, which also has a sister campus in Bangkok. Formal ownership or governance details are not published.