Marist Brothers International School is a IB Primary Years Programme / IB Middle Years Programme / IB Diploma Programme / IB school in Kobe, Japan. Founded in 1951. Annual tuition ranges from $12,000 to $14,519 USD.
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Key Details
Scholarships Available
MBIS offers scholarships and tuition assistance programs based on merit and/or need. Eligibility criteria and application guidelines are outlined in the Scholarships and Tuition Assistance Policy. Details for the 2025–2026 academic year are available in the published Fee Schedule.
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About
Marist Brothers International School is a private, coeducational day school in Kobe, Japan, offering the complete IB continuum from Primary Years through Diploma Programme. The school provides instruction in English across all programmes, with Japanese language instruction integrated in the Middle Years and Primary Years Programmes. As an IB World School since 2017, it serves students from ages 3-19 with instruction in English and Japanese.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
Offers a full continuum of IB programmes alongside an American curriculum in an English-language environment in Kobe, Japan.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Grade 1 | JPY 2,030,000~$ 13,488 |
| Grade 2 | JPY 2,030,000~$ 13,488 |
| Grade 3 | JPY 2,030,000~$ 13,488 |
| Grade 4 | JPY 2,030,000~$ 13,488 |
| Grade 5 | JPY 2,030,000~$ 13,488 |
| Grade 6 | JPY 2,158,000~$ 14,339 |
| Grade 7 | JPY 2,158,000~$ 14,339 |
| Grade 8 | JPY 2,158,000~$ 14,339 |
| Grade 9 | JPY 2,158,000~$ 14,339 |
| Grade 10 | JPY 2,158,000~$ 14,339 |
| Grade 11 | JPY 2,167,000~$ 14,399 |
| Grade 12 | JPY 2,167,000~$ 14,399 |
| Kindergarten 1 | JPY 1,791,000~$ 11,900 |
| Kindergarten 2 | JPY 1,791,000~$ 11,900 |
| Kindergarten 3 | JPY 1,791,000~$ 11,900 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: ¥1,791,000 - 2,167,000. Application fee: $402.
Admissions Process
- 1Submit an online application with required details and pay the application fee (¥60,000). 2. Upload supporting documents including academic records from the past three years, proof of identity, and a teacher/principal recommendation. 3. Interview with the Divisional Head; an English language proficiency test may be administered if needed. 4. If accepted, complete enrollment forms and pay the enrollment deposit (¥630,000). Applicants must reside in the Kansai region with at least one parent or guardian; the school does not sponsor student visas.
Admissions Details
If no space is available in the requested grade level, applicants are placed in a wait pool (not a strict sequential list). When a space becomes available, the most suitable candidate is selected from the pool.
School Day
Morning homeroom/assembly followed by first period starting around 8:50 AM, with dismissal around 3:10 PM. After-school activities and clubs continue beyond dismissal.
Student Life
Distinct summer and winter uniforms required, plus a dedicated PE kit. Winter uniform includes a blazer (mandatory for Grades 10–12), long-sleeve white shirt, sweaters or vests, and skirts or pants by grade. School ties used for different grade bands (G1–G6 and G7–G12).
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
MBIS provides Counseling Services including a Guidance Counselor for academic and university planning and a Social/Emotional Counselor for emotional intelligence and resilience. Counseling sessions are confidential and available in person or online, addressing stress, anxiety, interpersonal relationships, and personal growth. Collaboration with outside specialists is available when needed.
MBIS is committed to child protection aligned with the Japanese Act on the Prevention of Child Abuse and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. Policies align with JCIS and accrediting body standards. A dedicated Safeguarding Team responds to concerns and collaborates with parents and authorities. Staff follow a strict Code of Conduct and receive ongoing safeguarding training.
Student Demographics
School Background
private
Catholic (Marist Brothers)