The American School in Japan

The school is committed to a mission of inspiring independent thinkers and nurturing inquisitive learners who are empowered to make a difference. Its educational approach is built on the core values of knowing, valuing, and caring for each individual, while fostering character, resilience, global citizenship, and critical thinking. The school emphasizes personalized learning, collaboration, and creativity within a supportive, student-centered environment.

The school offers an American-style college preparatory curriculum across four divisions: the Early Learning Center (Nursery–Kindergarten), Elementary School (Kindergarten–Grade 5), Middle School (Grades 6–8), and High School (Grades 9–12). The High School program includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses, concurrent enrollment, and personalized learning options such as the IMPACT program. The curriculum emphasizes early literacy and numeracy in the lower grades, while middle and high school programs focus on active inquiry, intellectual risk-taking, and self-efficacy.

Graduates pursue higher education at renowned colleges and universities worldwide, supported by personalized guidance from experienced counselors. The school hosts over 100 college admission officers annually, facilitating connections that help students navigate selective university admissions. Alumni join a global network of over 7,500 individuals who provide lifelong community, mentorship, and professional support.

The school maintains a dedicated Student Support department led by a Director of Student Support. This department focuses on fostering a supportive environment that cares for each individual, ensuring that students with varying needs are provided with the resources to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

The school welcomes inquiries from families moving to Japan and provides comprehensive information on eligibility, tuition, and the application process. Prospective families are encouraged to contact the Admissions Office to arrange individual campus tours or attend open houses. For security, all visitors must pre-register before arriving on campus.

The school operates on a standard academic year, with campuses and offices typically closed during holiday breaks, such as the period from mid-December through early January. The school is also closed for a summer break from late June through early August.

The school operates two campuses in Tokyo: the 14.33-acre Chofu campus and the Roppongi Early Learning Center. The Chofu campus features state-of-the-art facilities including a 570-seat theater, black box theater, three gyms, a 25m indoor pool, two artificial turf fields, tennis courts, and specialized music and choir rooms. The Roppongi campus is a 1,736-square-meter facility designed for young learners, featuring bright, open classrooms, a library, and access to an outdoor playground and nearby park space.

The school offers over 170 co-curricular activities, providing students with diverse opportunities to explore passions and develop skills beyond the classroom. These include athletic programs, performing arts, and various student-led initiatives, with travel opportunities available for certain programs.