United School of Tokyo is a American Curriculum school in Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 2014. Annual tuition ranges from $11,390 to $13,400 USD.
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Scholarships Available
The Scholarship Program provides a reduction in tuition and joining fees for eligible families. Available to students in Elementary and Middle School (Grades 1–8). Applicants must demonstrate need for international education, inability to pay full fees, native English proficiency, and high academic potential. Limited to five scholarships per year. Awards are for one academic year and may be renewed subject to satisfactory progress and reassessment of family means.
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About
United School of Tokyo (UST) is a private, co-educational international day school located in Shibuya, Tokyo, serving children aged 3 to 14 across Kindergarten, Elementary, and Middle School. Founded in 2014 by parents and teachers, UST follows an American Common Core curriculum delivered through theme-based inquiry units, with small classes of around 14–16 students drawn from 40+ nationalities. The school is distinctive for its daily Japanese instruction, 30+ extracurricular offerings, organic lunch service, and a strong emphasis on social responsibility and global citizenship.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
Small classes of approximately 14–16 students; student body of 40+ nationalities; American Common Core curriculum delivered through theme-based units; daily Japanese instruction; 30+ extracurricular classes across sports, performing arts, visual arts, games and STEAM; strong Social Responsibility programme including eco drives and a partnership with an elementary school in Cambodia; organic lunch service.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Elementary (G1-G5) | JPY 1,910,000~$ 12,691 |
| Kindergarten (K1-K3) | JPY 1,700,000~$ 11,296 |
| Middle School (G6-G8) | JPY 2,000,000~$ 13,289 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: ¥1,700,000 - 2,000,000. Application fee: $168.
Admissions Process
- 1Check availability across three divisions (Early Childhood K1–K3, Elementary G1–G5, Middle School G6–G8); annual admissions opens in October. 2. Schedule tours and interviews within the admissions window. 3. Submit enrollment application by the deadline (January 9, 2026 for 2025–2026 cycle). 4. Screening and assessments (January 12–March 30, 2026). 5. Acceptance announcements issued March 9–April 3, 2026. 6. Pay joining fees within two weeks of acceptance letter. 7. Pay Fall term tuition by April 25, 2026.
Admissions Details
No formal waitlist or pool system. Admissions operate on space availability; students may join at any time during the year if a place is available. Priority is given to international families without local educational alternatives and to Japanese families relocating back from an English-speaking setting.
School Day
Regular school day start times are not published. Extended care is available from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm. An organic lunch service is provided during the day.
Student Life
All students are required to wear the prescribed school uniform during school hours and at school-organised events off-premises. The policy promotes pride, unity, and consistent appearance while reducing distractions and supporting health and safety guidelines.
UST provides an organic lunch service for students. The program is nut-free.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
Mental wellbeing is supported through weekly Guidance classes as part of a values-based, holistic education emphasising social-emotional development, complemented by student leadership opportunities through the Student Council.
Safeguarding is governed by a formal Child Protection & Safeguarding Policy. Staff must report suspected abuse to designated safeguarding leads promptly, with a case management team and liaison with authorities as required by law.
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School Background
Organized as a kabushiki gaisha (corporation) named United School of Tokyo, founded in 2014 by parents and teachers.