Tokyo YMCA International School is a Advanced Placement (AP) / American Curriculum school in Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 1998. Annual tuition ranges from $15,718 to $19,919 USD.
Location & Getting There
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Scholarships Available
A one-time entrance scholarship of JPY 200,000 may be awarded; families pay full fees initially and receive reimbursement after enrollment processing if awarded. A Middle School Enrollment Scholarship is also available with its own criteria and application process. Sibling discounts apply to tuition only: 10% off for the second child and 50% off for the third child.
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About
Tokyo YMCA International School (TYIS) is an English-language international day school in Koto-ku, Tokyo, offering a North American curriculum from Kindergarten through Grade 12 with Advanced Placement courses authorized through the College Board. The school provides a rich co-curricular program including swimming, music, art, Japanese language, and outdoor education, alongside university guidance and SAT preparation for high school students. TYIS supports English language learners through its Academic Support for Kids (ASK) program and fosters character development via the YMCA-aligned Core Essentials Value Program.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
TYIS is an authorized AP school through the College Board offering a North American curriculum in eastern Tokyo. It provides a structured ASK (Academic Support for Kids) program for English language learners at multiple intensity levels. The school emphasizes holistic development through YMCA values, outdoor education, camps, and a rich co-curricular program including swimming, music, art, and Japanese. University guidance and SAT prep are offered for high school students.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| High School (continuing) | JPY 2,456,000~$ 16,319 |
| High School (new enrollee) | JPY 2,973,000~$ 19,754 |
| Middle School (continuing) | JPY 2,456,000~$ 16,319 |
| Middle School (new enrollee) | JPY 2,973,000~$ 19,754 |
| Kindergarten/Elementary (continuing) | JPY 2,346,000~$ 15,588 |
| Kindergarten/Elementary (new enrollee) | JPY 2,863,000~$ 19,023 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: ¥2,346,000 - 2,973,000. Application fee: $147.
Admissions Process
- 1Applicants submit an application with the application fee (JPY 22,000). Non-native English speakers are evaluated through dynamic and comprehensive language assessments. Upon acceptance, the entrance fee (JPY 275,000) and school development fee (JPY 220,000) are due along with first-term tuition. Tuition is due within 10 business days of acceptance; for applicants accepted after June 1, tuition is due immediately. The student's first day is 14 days after all fees are paid. Mid-term entry is charged on a prorated basis.
Admissions Details
School Day
The standard school day begins around 8:30 am and ends around 2:45 pm. Schedule may vary by grade level. The school uses a structured assessment and reporting framework with multiple report cycles and parent conferences.
Student Life
The school has a uniform policy; a blazer and other uniform items are required dress. Specific uniform items and costs are not published in the fee schedule and are purchased separately by families.
School lunch is available for students at an additional per-term fee: Kindergarten JPY 42,340, Elementary JPY 48,140, Middle School and High School JPY 51,040 per term.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
The school emphasizes holistic development through its TYIS Value program and life-skills initiatives, including outdoor and experiential learning. Stress resilience and social-emotional growth are integrated into the curriculum via the Core Essentials Value Program.
TYIS follows standard safeguarding practices consistent with its program and campus environment; detailed policies are managed by the school administration and relevant departments.
Student Demographics
School Background
Governed by the Tokyo YMCA organization. Affiliated with Tokyo YMCA International Kids Garden for pre-K.