Learning Tree International School is a USA school in Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 2003. Annual tuition ranges from $7,683 to $13,693 USD.
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About
Learning Tree International School is a co-educational day school located in Koto-ku, Tokyo, Japan. It serves students from 6 months to 11 years of age and follows an American curriculum.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
Learning Tree offers a bilingual American curriculum pathway to IB Diploma across multiple Tokyo campuses, with very small class sizes (avg. 14) and experienced native English-speaking teachers. The school emphasises happiness and emotional wellbeing as foundations for learning. Weekly ukulele and Hula classes, ECAP from 2–3 pm, and integrated Japanese language support foster bilingual development. Healthy, preservative-free lunches with organic or low-chemical ingredients are provided daily. Guidance for post-Grade 9 international school pathways is offered.
Fees & Financials
Original currency: ¥1,146,760 - 2,043,770. Application fee: $121.
Admissions Process
- 1Transfer application fee (¥18,000 group exam or ¥80,000 private exam) to GMO Aozora Net Bank. 2) Apply online with proof of payment and applicant photo. 3) Student takes entrance exam and interview; parents also participate in an interview. 4) Results sent by mail. 5) Submit application at least seven days before exam date. 6) Upon acceptance, transfer mandatory entrance fee and spring term fee within the specified deadline to secure enrolment. Student ID issued at enrolment.
Admissions Details
School Day
Core classes run during the school day; ECAP (Extra Curricular Activity Program) runs from 2:00 to 3:00 pm on weekdays offering piano, swimming, sports, and Japanese lessons. After-school and Summer School English programs extend beyond regular hours.
Student Life
New full-time students must purchase a uniform package at enrolment: boys ¥87,160; girls ¥96,960.
Healthy lunch is provided with no preservatives; ingredients sourced from Hokkaido or western Japan, organic or low-chemical, using natural seasonings with olive or rapeseed oil. Menu emphasises fish, vegetables, and vegetarian options; chicken and pork are free-range. Meals kept above 65°C and served within 2 hours of cooking; water is reverse-osmosis filtered. Weekly pattern: Monday fish/vegetables, Tuesday vegetarian, Wednesday chicken or pork/vegetables, Thursday vegetarian, Friday fish/vegetables. Requests to remove specific foods are not accepted.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
Mental wellbeing is a core consideration. The school provides a safe and supportive environment for emotional development. An on-call school counsellor is available for emotional needs. Low student-to-teacher ratios ensure attentive support. Regular parent-teacher conferences and progress updates monitor wellbeing. After-school activities and ECAP contribute to balanced development and social engagement.
Safety and safeguarding are priorities. The school employs a video intercom system and coordinates with local authorities. Health-related matters may involve coordination with St. Luke's International Hospital. Ongoing family-teacher communication through conferences and progress reporting supports safe practices. Structured, monitored activities and an open environment reinforce safeguarding.
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School Background
private