Kyoto International School (KIS) — IB Primary Education in Kyoto
Kyoto (Kamigyo-ku), Kyoto, Japan
Kyoto International School (KIS) is an international school in Kyoto (Kamigyo-ku), Kyoto. This profile reviews its primary curriculum, fees, campus information, and admissions questions using official sources where available.
Last reviewed: 2026-10-21
Kyoto International School (KIS) is located in Kyoto (Kamigyo-ku), Kyoto and serves K–G12 through IB PYP / MYP / DP. It was founded in 1957. William Prep has verified 2 campuses for primary-age provision.
At a Glance
- Year Founded
- 1957
- Curriculum
- IB PYP / MYP / DP
- Enrollment
- ~350
- Tuition & Major Fees
- 2026-27: Tuition (PreK-Grade 5) ¥1,287,000; Application Fee ¥31,500; Building & Facilities Fee ¥181,000
Key Features and Institutional Notes
- The published grade range is K–G12; the stated curriculum is IB PYP / MYP / DP.
- Listed as an international school; the primary directory contains 2 campuses.
- Programme authorisations recorded in William Prep's source file: IB-PYP, IB-MYP, IB-DP. Reconfirm current status before applying.
- The directory records IB, CIS; families should also verify the current status with the relevant accreditor.
- School bus: available. Boarding: not available.
Who Might Find This School a Good Fit
Might suit
- Families seeking a primary programme built around IB PYP / MYP / DP.
- Families for whom regular travel to Kyoto (Kamigyo-ku), Kyoto 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
- Taiken campus location information ↗Kyoto International School (KIS) · School official
- School website ↗Kyoto International School (KIS) · School official
Fees, admissions rules, and accreditation statuses change. Check the latest school-issued documents before making an application decision.
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