Christian Academy in Japan (CAJ) — American Primary Education in Tokyo
Higashikurume-shi, Tokyo, Japan
Christian Academy in Japan (CAJ) is an international school in Higashikurume-shi, Tokyo. This profile reviews its primary curriculum, fees, campus information, and admissions questions using official sources where available.
Last reviewed: 2026-10-21
Christian Academy in Japan (CAJ) is located in Higashikurume-shi, Tokyo and serves K–G12 through US Curriculum + AP. It was founded in 1950. William Prep has verified Main campus for primary-age provision.
At a Glance
- Year Founded
- 1950
- Curriculum
- US Curriculum + AP
- Enrollment
- 500
- Tuition & Major Fees
- 2025-26: Tuition (K-Grade 5) ¥1,950,000; Application Fee ¥30,000; Entrance Fee ¥430,000; Registration Fee (annual) ¥55,000; Facilities Fee (annual) ¥170,000
Key Features and Institutional Notes
- The published grade range is K–G12; the stated curriculum is US Curriculum + AP.
- Listed as an international school; the primary directory contains Main campus.
- Programme authorisations recorded in William Prep's source file: AP. Reconfirm current status before applying.
- Institutional accreditations recorded in William Prep's source file: WASC. Reconfirm current status before applying.
- School bus: available. Boarding: not available.
Who Might Find This School a Good Fit
Might suit
- Families seeking a primary programme built around US Curriculum + AP.
- Families for whom regular travel to Higashikurume-shi, Tokyo is practical.
Might not suit
- Families requiring Article 1 status; compulsory-education treatment should be checked with the relevant municipality.
- Families requiring all parent-school communication in Japanese; the recorded parent-language note is: Not required.
- Families for whom the published fee figure (¥1,800,000–2,200,000) plus transport, meals, uniforms, and other extras would exceed budget.
This fit assessment is based on published curriculum, location, legal status, fees, and language requirements. It is not a ranking of educational quality.
Sources
- General Fee Schedule (2025-26) ↗Christian Academy in Japan · School official
- History of CAJ ↗Christian Academy in Japan · School official
- Main campus location information ↗Christian Academy in Japan (CAJ) · School official
- School website ↗Christian Academy in Japan (CAJ) · School official
Fees, admissions rules, and accreditation statuses change. Check the latest school-issued documents before making an application decision.
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