Laurus International School of Science is a Cambridge (Primary) / Cambridge (Secondary) / Cambridge IGCSE / Cambridge A Levels / Bespoke Curriculum school in Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 2001. Annual tuition ranges from $11,698 to $21,876 USD.
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About
Laurus International School of Science is a STEM-focused international day school in Tokyo, Japan, offering a continuous educational pathway from infant/toddler care through upper secondary across nine campuses in Tokyo and Kanagawa. The school follows the Cambridge International Curriculum from Primary through IGCSE and A Levels, complemented by the proprietary Laurus Innovator Program emphasising innovation and entrepreneurship. Founded in 2001, it is accredited by the Council of International Schools and holds Round Square Candidate status.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
Laurus offers a continuous STEM-focused pathway from preschool to upper secondary anchored in the Cambridge International Curriculum. The proprietary Laurus Innovator Program deepens STEM, innovation and entrepreneurship skills throughout all stages. The school operates nine campuses across Tokyo and Kanagawa, provides a bus network across central Tokyo, and connects Secondary students with real-world experts and mentors. It joined the Council of International Schools in 2024 and achieved Round Square Candidate status in 2026.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Lower Secondary | JPY 2,100,000~$ 13,953 |
| Upper Secondary | JPY 2,200,000~$ 14,618 |
| Primary (Regular) | JPY 1,970,000~$ 13,090 |
| Primary (Full Day) | JPY 2,480,000~$ 16,478 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: ¥1,746,000 - 3,265,000. Application fee: $201.
Admissions Process
- 1Attend an Information Session (in-person, held regularly in Japanese and English). 2. Submit application form, required documents and examination fee (Preschool ¥2,200; Kindergarten ¥10,000; Primary ¥25,000; Secondary ¥30,000). 3. Student assessment and parent meeting — Preschool/Kindergarten require a trial lesson; Primary and Secondary students are assessed in English and Math, with results issued within one month. 4. Enrollment notification followed by submission of final documents, enrollment fees, ordering uniforms and textbooks, and preparation for the Entrance Ceremony.
School Day
Regular school day runs 8:00–15:30; after-school activities run from 16:00–16:45 or 17:30.
Student Life
All students are required to wear school uniforms. A P.E. uniform (T-shirt, sweatshirt and trousers) is worn on days with P.E. and Karate. Winter uniforms are worn January–May and October–December; Summer uniforms are worn June–September; an adjustment period in May and October allows wearing either uniform depending on weather.
The school provides a school lunch service. If a student does not eat school lunch, they may bring lunch. Fees for the school lunch service are non-refundable.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
Emotional resilience and physical well-being are integrated into the curriculum to support students' mental well-being at every stage of development.
Student Demographics
School Background
Owned and operated by Laurus International School Co., Ltd, headquartered in Shiba, Minato-ku, Tokyo.
Round Square Candidate status (2026)