Clarence International School is a British Curriculum / EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) school in Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 2016. Annual tuition ranges from $5,152 to $16,100 USD.
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About
Clarence International School is a British international pre-prep school in Minami-Aoyama, Tokyo, serving children from 18 months to 6 years through the EYFS framework and English National Curriculum. The school offers an arts-rich, play-based learning environment with specialist music, visual arts, outdoor learning, and introductory technology including coding and robotics. It also provides a Japanese language programme to support children's transition into local Japanese or Tokyo international schools.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
British EYFS pre-prep in the heart of Tokyo (Minami-Aoyama) serving children from 18 months to 6 years. Arts-rich curriculum with specialist music teachers and visual arts including sculpture, printmaking and ceramics. Outdoor learning through frequent visits to nearby parks and 'Muddy Parks.' Structured technology learning in Rainbow class including typing, LEGO coding, Scratch and robotics. Japanese language programme to support entry into Japanese schools and top Tokyo international schools. Dual waiting lists to preserve cultural diversity between Japanese and international families. School relocating to a larger campus in Nishi-Azabu from April 2026.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Rainbow | JPY 2,403,000~$ 15,967 |
| Blue Sky | JPY 2,403,000~$ 15,967 |
| Sunshine | JPY 2,403,000~$ 15,967 |
| Little Star - 2 days full day | JPY 1,141,000~$ 7,581 |
| Little Star - 2 days half day | JPY 769,000~$ 5,110 |
| Little Star - 3 days full day | JPY 1,631,000~$ 10,837 |
| Little Star - 3 days half day | JPY 1,081,000~$ 7,183 |
| Little Star - 4 days full day | JPY 1,951,000~$ 12,963 |
| Little Star - 4 days half day | JPY 1,432,000~$ 9,515 |
| Little Star - 5 days full day | JPY 2,403,000~$ 15,967 |
| Little Star - 5 days half day | JPY 1,727,000~$ 11,475 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: ¥769,000 - ¥2,403,000. Application fee: $134.
Admissions Process
- 1Attend a school tour with the Head of School or join a weekly online information session. 2) Submit the application online through Open Apply, acknowledging the Admissions Policy and Finance and Fee Policy. 3) Verify the child meets the stated admission criteria per the Admissions Policy. 4) No formal entrance examination; an informal in-school English assessment may be required for Blue Sky, Rainbow or Sunshine applicants. 5) The Head of School makes the final admission and year-group placement decision. 6) Offers for 1st Term admission are issued from April onwards; children may join mid-year if space is available. 7) If oversubscribed, applications join one of two separate waiting lists (Japanese or international/returning students) after the application fee is paid and documentation submitted.
Admissions Details
Two separate waiting lists are maintained to preserve cultural balance: one for prospective Japanese students and one for prospective international/returning students. Applications to join the waiting list can be made at any time after the application fee has been paid and required documentation submitted. Offers for the first term are typically issued from April onward.
School Day
Standard arrival window is 8:45–9:00am, with optional early drop-off from 8:15am for a small fee. Little Star class offers Half Day (08:45–12:30) or Full Day (08:45–14:45). Blue Sky, Rainbow and Sunshine run Monday–Friday, Full Day 08:45–14:45. An after-hours Nursery (Daycare) is open from 2:45pm to 6:00pm.
Student Life
All pupils are required to wear a school uniform including a Clarence School Pullover, Clarence School Vest, polo shirt, shorts (summer and winter variants), long or short socks, and a PE cap. Uniforms can be purchased through the School Shop or Tombow Uniform Shop.
Lunch is not provided directly by the school; parents normally order and pay the catering provider directly. If the school purchases lunch on a parent's behalf, an additional handling fee of JPY 1,100 is charged. Morning and afternoon snacks are included in the Annual Full Package option.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
Mental wellbeing is supported by a staff team providing care and emotionally supportive guidance, with emphasis on developing personal, social and emotional skills through the EYFS Personal, Social and Emotional Development framework, ensuring children feel safe, happy and included.
A formal Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy (version V2024.2.0, effective 5 February 2025) designates a Designated Safeguarding Lead, outlines safeguarding procedures, external contacts, staff training requirements and responsibilities for all staff and visitors. The policy states safeguarding is everyone's responsibility.
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School Background
Clarence International School is part of Clarence Education Asia (CEA), governed under CEAMS LLC. The group operates multiple educational brands including Rugby School Japan and Phoenix House International School.