
Church of Praise International Christian School
Christian, Founded 2004
Updated July 2026
Church of Praise International Christian School is a bilingual, church-based Christian school in Ikeda, Osaka, serving students from kindergarten through 9th grade. It utilizes a blend of American, Japanese public school, and proprietary curricula to create an international atmosphere.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
The school aims to train the "whole child" by fostering academic, social, and spiritual growth through a combination of rigorous study, healthy relationship building, and Biblical instruction. While the school is Christian-based, it welcomes students from various religious backgrounds and emphasizes respect during chapel and Bible times. It seeks to develop students into responsible global citizens who are fluent in both English and Japanese.
Programmes
The school offers a bilingual programme for kindergarten through 9th grade, with an equal focus on English and Japanese fluency. The curriculum integrates Japanese public school textbooks with American, Biblically-based materials, and the school also operates an online elementary school option. The junior high programme is specifically designed to prepare students for matriculation into the school's sister institution, Family of Faith Christian School in Oklahoma, USA.
Student support
Learning support
The school provides private tutoring lessons after school for students who wish to improve their skills in specific subjects. Additionally, an after-school care program is available until 5:00 pm, where teachers assist students with homework before providing time for play and snacks.
Frequently asked questions(4)
- What curriculum does Church of Praise International Christian School offer?
- Church of Praise International Christian School offers Japanese National Curriculum.
- How much is tuition at Church of Praise International Christian School?
- Annual tuition at Church of Praise International Christian School is ¥600K–¥660K. Fees vary by year group — confirm the current schedule with the school.
- Is Church of Praise International Christian School co-educational?
- Church of Praise International Christian School is a co-ed school.
- Where is Church of Praise International Christian School located?
- Church of Praise International Christian School is an international school in Osaka, Japan.
Tuition & fees
Annual tuition by grade
| Grade | Ages | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Kindergarten | — | ¥600K |
| Elementary | — | ¥660K |
| Junior High | — | ¥660K |
Other fees(3)
| Registration fee· Kindergarten Annual registration fee (tax exemption) | ¥120K |
|---|---|
| Registration fee· Elementary Annual registration fee (tax exemption) | ¥132K |
| Registration fee· Junior High Annual registration fee (tax exemption) | ¥132K |
Admissions
The school does not require an entrance examination for prospective students. Instead, it conducts an interview with the child and their parents to evaluate the student's abilities and needs and to determine if the school is a good fit. Interested families are encouraged to contact the school to schedule an interview and a tour.
Calendar
The school operates on a standard academic schedule, with office hours from 9:00 to 17:00, Monday through Friday, excluding holidays. The school year includes traditional Japanese school events such as an opening ceremony, sports day, and a closing ceremony, alongside American holiday activities and an annual Christmas program.
Facilities
About the campus
The campus is located in Ikeda, Osaka, approximately 20 minutes on foot from Ikeda Station, with a school shuttle service available in the morning and afternoon. The school maintains smaller class sizes to facilitate individualized attention and utilizes a nearby gymnasium for sports activities. Private music lessons are also conducted on the school premises.
Co-curriculars
Students from 4th grade and up may participate in weekly clubs, including a Praise Band (5th–9th grade) for instruments and vocals, a basketball club (5th–9th grade) that utilizes a nearby gymnasium, an art club (4th–6th grade), and an IT club (6th–9th grade) focused on coding, typing, and web development. Additionally, the school offers private after-school music lessons on campus for piano, guitar, drums, and bass.
Dr. Jaycie LawrencePrincipalDr. Jaycie Lawrence is the founder and principal of COPICS, having taught since 1996 across all grade levels and at universities in the U.S. and Japan. She holds a Master’s in Education, a Master’s in Church Leadership, and a Doctor’s degree in Apostolic Leadership and Applied Theology. She is a missionary who came to Japan in 1998 and established the school in 2004.
Sachiko NishiokaVice PrincipalMs. Sachiko Nishioka has been teaching at COPICS since April 2005, following over fifteen years of experience at public junior high schools and a language college in Osaka. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Doshisha University and a Master’s Degree in Education from the University of York. She is also a member of the pastoral team at Church of Praise International.
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Japanese National Curriculum