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Osaka International School of Kwansei Gakuin

Part of Kwansei Gakuin Educational Foundation, Secular, Founded 1991

Updated July 2026

Co-edGender
DayType
270Students
Non-profitOwnership

Curriculum

IB PYPIB MYPIB Diploma

Accreditations

IBWASCCIS

Languages

English flagEnglishJapanese flagJapanese

Osaka International School is a K-12 English-language university preparatory school serving the international community of the Kansai region. As an IB World School, it shares a unique campus with its sister school, Senri International School, to provide a diverse and globally-minded educational experience.

Term structure

Three terms

Programme tracks

International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme
IB PYPIB MYPIB Diploma

Teaching approach

Our mission is to develop informed, caring, and creative individuals who contribute to a global community. We aim to graduate lifelong learners who are ethical, competent, culturally aware, and self-reliant.

Programmes

OIS is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP). The curriculum is taught in English and provides a K-12 continuum of learning.

Student support

EAL support
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Learning support
Unknown

Learning support

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Frequently asked questions(6)
What curriculum does Osaka International School of Kwansei Gakuin offer?
Osaka International School of Kwansei Gakuin offers IB PYP, IB MYP and IB Diploma.
How much is tuition at Osaka International School of Kwansei Gakuin?
Annual tuition at Osaka International School of Kwansei Gakuin is ¥2.3M–¥2.8M. Fees vary by year group — confirm the current schedule with the school.
Is Osaka International School of Kwansei Gakuin a day or boarding school?
Osaka International School of Kwansei Gakuin is a day school.
What accreditations does Osaka International School of Kwansei Gakuin hold?
Osaka International School of Kwansei Gakuin holds accreditations including IB, WASC and CIS.
Is Osaka International School of Kwansei Gakuin co-educational?
Osaka International School of Kwansei Gakuin is a co-ed school.
Where is Osaka International School of Kwansei Gakuin located?
Osaka International School of Kwansei Gakuin is an international school in Osaka, Japan.

Tuition & fees

Annual tuition by grade

2026-2027
Annual tuition by grade
GradeAgesAnnual
KA to Grade 54–11¥2.3M
Grade 6 to Grade 1011–16¥2.7M
Grade 11 to Grade 1216–18¥2.8M
Other fees(5)
Other fees
Application fee· Payable once, non-refundable. Due on the day of application.¥40K
Registration fee· One-time, non-refundable fee, due upon acceptance.¥330K
Enrolment feeannual· Annual PTA fee levy collected from each student.¥5K
Bus / transportper trimester· Trimester bus fees: Ashiya / Nishinomiya: ¥89,630, Minoh: ¥62,750, Senri Chuo: ¥30,250, Kitasenri: ¥28,010—
Mealsper trimester· Trimester cafeteria fees: Fall (KA/KB): ¥30,090, Fall (G1-G5): ¥33,040, Winter: ¥35,400, Spring: ¥33,040—

Admissions

OIS accepts admissions throughout the year to meet the needs of the international community, with the main intake occurring at the beginning of the academic year in late August. Prospective families should contact the school for enrolment procedures and application forms.

Calendar

The school year consists of 180 instructional days divided into three trimesters: Fall, Winter, and Spring. The academic year runs from late August to late June.

About the campus

OIS shares a unique campus with its sister school, Senri International School (SIS), which includes a library and facilities for sports, music, and arts. The school is located in the Minoh suburb of Osaka, near Minoh National Park.

Co-curriculars

OIS offers a competitive sports program with travel to international competitions, a renowned music program, and a wide range of after-school clubs. Students also participate in annual events including the All School Production, School Festival, International Fair, and Sports Day.

  • Kurt MecklemOIS Head of School
  • Stephen FraterK-12 Principal for Student Learning
  • Samantha WoodK-12 Principal for Student Life

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