Kyoto International School

The school is committed to an inclusive and progressive environment that fosters passionate, collaborative, and internationally minded individuals. It focuses on holistic development—academically, socially, and emotionally—to empower students to become compassionate, responsible global citizens who contribute positively to the world. The school emphasizes research-based teaching practices and student well-being.

KIS is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and the Diploma Programme (DP). The school is currently expanding its secondary offerings, with Grade 11 opening in August 2025 and Grade 12 in 2026. Additionally, the school provides a Saturday School programme for children aged 3 to 12, which focuses on English immersion through interactive activities and projects.

The school prepares students for university through a personalized college counseling programme that begins in Grade 10. This includes individual meetings, group sessions on application systems and essay writing, and participation in university fairs to help students make informed decisions about their future academic paths.

The school provides a dedicated support team to ensure student well-being and that individual needs are met. It maintains a formal Child Safeguarding Policy, which is approved by the Executive Board and aligned with the UN Declaration of the Rights of the Child and the International Task Force on Child Protection.

The school welcomes applications from families in the local and international communities. It is a non-profit institution that does not offer boarding facilities and is unable to support student visa applications. Prospective families are encouraged to book a tour to experience the school's environment.

The school operates on a semester-based system, with co-curricular activities and Bukatsu clubs running for 12-week blocks each semester. The school calendar is approved by the Executive Board.

The school operates across two locations: the Juraku Campus and the Taiken Campus. Facilities include a school library designed as a whole-school space for cooperative learning, research, and reading. To support its expansion to a full K-12 programme, the school is currently enhancing its facilities and opening a second campus.

The school offers a wide range of co-curricular activities, including free teacher-led 'Bukatsu' clubs such as calligraphy, gardening, reading, board games, photography, dance, fitness, sports, and STEM. Paid specialized lessons are also available, including aikido, coding, drama, basketball, ikebana, and piano. Additionally, the school hosts a vibrant summer day camp featuring hands-on projects, crafts, physical activities, and local day trips.