Kyoto International School (KIS) has been serving the beautiful city of Kyoto since 1957. KIS is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and the International Baccalaureate (IB). The school is known for its inclusive sense of community and personalised learning for every student. As a not-for-profit school KIS can channel all its resources into effective learning as well as developing students who thrive in positively influencing the global community.
International Curriculum
We are Kyoto City’s only International Baccalaureate school, offering the Primary Years Programme since 2006.
International Accreditation
We have been accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges since 1992.
International Community
We have been providing opportunities for international families since 1957.
International Competency
We develop the skills and knowledge needed to be successful in an international setting.
KIS is a member of the WIDA International School Consortium, a founding member of the JCIS, and a member of EARCOS for many years.
Regular classes are from Monday to Friday. Early Years are from 8:30 am to 2:30 pm. Primary Years, Middle School & High School start at 8:30 am and end at 3:30 pm. Wednesday have an early end time at 2:30 pm.
After-school care and extracurricular activities are also available.