Tokyo International Progressive School is a Advanced Placement (AP) / American Curriculum school in Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 2000. Annual tuition ranges from $21,027 to $25,058 USD.
Location & Getting There
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Scholarships Available
Two-tier scholarship programme for new and returning students whose parents are solely responsible for tuition costs and require financial assistance. Not available where tuition is paid by an employer or sponsor. Tier 1: School Development Fee reduced from ¥550,000 to ¥275,000 (before tax); tuition reduced from ¥2,636,800 to ¥2,300,000 (before tax). Tier 2: Same reductions as Tier 1 plus Educational Enhancement Fee reduced to ¥0. Annual reapplication required; decisions are confidential and notified by end of April.
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About
Tokyo International Progressive School (TIPS) is a small, not-for-profit international school in Setagaya, Tokyo, serving students in Grades 4–12 with a specialisation in supporting those with mild learning differences. The school follows an American-based curriculum using Common Core standards through Grade 8 and University of Nebraska High School (UNHS) and Advanced Placement courses at the high school level, with instruction delivered in English. Very small class sizes (averaging six, capped at ten) and a multidisciplinary specialist team — including an occupational therapist, speech therapist, counselors, and learning support coordinator — define its highly individualised approach.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
TIPS specialises in supporting students with mild learning differences in a very small-class environment (average 6, capped at 10 students). It offers an individualised American-based curriculum (Common Core for Grades 4–8; UNHS and AP for Grades 9–12) leading to a US high school diploma. The school has a multidisciplinary specialist team including an occupational therapist, speech therapist, counselors, and learning support coordinator. The student-led ACE entrepreneurship programme and a diverse multinational community (22–25 nationalities) are also highlighted.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Grade 4 | JPY 3,138,300~$ 20,852 |
| Grade 5 | JPY 3,138,300~$ 20,852 |
| Grade 6 | JPY 3,138,300~$ 20,852 |
| Grade 7 | JPY 3,138,300~$ 20,852 |
| Grade 8 | JPY 3,138,300~$ 20,852 |
| Grade 9 | JPY 3,138,300~$ 20,852 |
| Grade 10 | JPY 3,138,300~$ 20,852 |
| Grade 11 | JPY 3,138,300~$ 20,852 |
| Grade 12 | JPY 3,138,300~$ 20,852 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: ¥3,138,300 - 3,740,000. Application fee: $221.
Admissions Process
- 1Initial Communication: Families inquire by phone, email, or contact form and may arrange a school visit; parents provide a brief introduction of their child so TIPS can assess fit. 2. Application: Submit application package with ¥33,000 application fee; interview with the Principal, possible English proficiency assessment and writing sample, and a 1–2 day trial period; transcripts in English required. 3. Offer of Placement: Acceptance letter and registration package sent by email within about one week if TIPS can meet the child's needs; undiagnosed students may be referred to a school psychologist. 4. Registration: Enrollment confirmed upon receipt of registration package and ¥385,000 registration fee within two weeks of offer.
Admissions Details
School Day
The school day runs from approximately 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. A lunch service is organised by the ACE class daily, with students also able to purchase lunch nearby.
Student Life
No formal uniform required. Students wear everyday clothing within a reasonable dress code. School-logo clothing is available for purchase through Land's End. A school PE T-shirt is required for Physical Education classes.
Daily lunch program organised through the student-led Entrepreneurship/ACE class. Weekly menu rotates between Domino's Pizza, Peito, Big Boy, Ryuen, and Ido Kitchen on weekdays; Snack Shack available every day. Students may also buy lunch nearby.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
Mental wellbeing is addressed through a pastoral care framework including a Teacher Advisory Programme (TAP) and Personal Counselling. Specialist staff include counselors, an occupational therapist, and a speech therapist. A Curriculum for Student Safety and Wellness integrates age-appropriate wellbeing education, covering recognition of unsafe situations and help-seeking.
The school maintains a comprehensive Child Safeguarding Policy with defined procedures and a Code of Conduct. Mandatory staff training includes a 3-hour Child Safeguarding Course (valid two years) and a suicide-prevention course for new staff, with refreshers for returning staff. A designated Child Safeguarding Team (CST) comprising counselors, the principal, and Lead and Deputy CSTs manages incidents. An incident-reporting flowchart, secure digital reporting environment, and public anonymous reporting form are in place.
Student Demographics
School Background
Not-for-profit organisation, part of the Tokyo International School Group, governed by a school board with a Chairperson.