MEES International School - Hakusan Campus is a Bespoke Curriculum / Montessori Curriculum / Reggio Emilia Approach school in Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 2016. Annual tuition ranges from $8,418 to $10,425 USD.
Location & Getting There
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About
MEES International School Hakusan Campus is a co-educational international day school in Bunkyo Ward, central Tokyo, serving children aged 1–12 from Preschool through Grade 6. The school blends Montessori and Reggio Emilia approaches with project-based learning, strong STEM integration, and a distinctive outdoor education programme called 'MEES The Forest.' English is the primary language of instruction, with an optional bus service, lunch included in tuition, and a Makerspace/workshop supporting hands-on, technology-informed learning.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
MEES Hakusan blends Montessori and Reggio Emilia approaches with project-based learning and strong STEM integration. A distinctive feature is 'MEES The Forest,' providing regular one-day outdoor learning trips for children aged 4 and up. The school features a Makerspace/workshop, mixed-age cohorts, digital literacy and AI-informed learning, and optional bus service in central Tokyo.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Elementary Full Day | JPY 1,515,938~$ 10,073 |
| Nursery extended 2 days/week | JPY 883,910~$ 5,873 |
| Nursery extended 3 days/week | JPY 1,165,294~$ 7,743 |
| Nursery extended 4 days/week | JPY 1,437,636~$ 9,552 |
| Nursery extended 5 days/week | JPY 1,727,790~$ 11,480 |
| Preschool 2 days/week (age 1-3) | JPY 629,860~$ 4,185 |
| Preschool 3 days/week (age 1-3) | JPY 809,490~$ 5,379 |
| Preschool 4 days/week (age 1-3) | JPY 1,011,670~$ 6,722 |
| Preschool 5 days/week (age 1-6) | JPY 1,236,400~$ 8,215 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: ¥1,256,400 - 1,555,938. Application fee: $134.
Admissions Process
- 1Preschool: (1) Schedule a visit or online meeting; (2) Submit application form; (3) Enrollment invoice issued upon approval; (4) Enrollment finalized upon payment. Elementary: (1) Schedule a visit or online meeting; (2) Submit application form; (3) Application fee invoice issued and demo day scheduled; (4) If demo day successful, enrollment invoice issued; (5) Enrollment finalized upon payment. MEES reserves the right to decline applications without providing reasons.
Admissions Details
School Day
Preschool: 9:00–14:00; Nursery (extended care): 9:00–18:00; Elementary Full Day: 8:30–15:00 with lunch included. After-school activities run 14:00–18:00, including immersion, PBL/design thinking, MakerSpace, Tasty Lab, Tech Club, and more.
Student Life
Lunch is included with tuition for both Preschool and Elementary day programs. Daily meals are provided as part of the standard program.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
Mental wellbeing is supported through MEES Forest and Outdoor Education, offering regular outdoor experiences that build physical fitness, social skills, and resilience, alongside wellbeing-oriented clubs and programs.
MEES is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of every child, guided by Japan Council of International Schools (JCIS) standards. Staff follow a strict code of conduct, clear reporting protocols, and receive regular training to address risks.
Student Demographics
School Background
Governed by a Board of Advisors. Founder and Head of School is Euft van den Berg. Owner/operator is Rankukan Co., Ltd.