Passion for Education, Community at Heart
Shinagawa International School offers an international education rooted in strong ties among students, faculty and parents.
Shinagawa International School (SIS) isn’t just a place to learn—it’s a multicultural community where students, parents and staff truly feel at home.
The school’s student-first approach is based on the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum and places an emphasis on curiosity, critical thinking and global citizenship. The close-knit community is fostered through SIS’s small class sizes. By ensuring that every student receives individual attention and support, SIS creates a learning environment where diverse ideas and perspectives are championed.
English serves as both the primary language and a tool for inclusion, bridging cultural and linguistic backgrounds to create meaningful connections. The faculty, which comes from all over the world, brings international perspectives into the classroom, enriching the learning experience. Parents are also an active part of the SIS community, joining workshops on IB learning, multilingualism and student well-being, as well as events such as the International Culture Festival and coffee mornings with school leaders.
Real-World Connections
SIS extends learning beyond the classroom, offering students opportunities to expand their community engagement through partnerships with organizations like Second Harvest and Roots & Shoots. These collaborations allow students to apply what they’ve learned in real-life situations while fostering a strong sense of social responsibility. Service learning is a key part of SIS curriculum, encouraging students to develop leadership skills while connecting their education to the wider world.
Field trips are thoughtfully designed to enhance academic and personal growth. From residential trips within Japan to international experiences such as the Yale Model United Nations in South Korea, SIS students gain new perspectives and firsthand exposure to different cultures. IB Diploma students also benefit from partnerships with universities and industry organizations, ensuring they’re well prepared for higher education and future careers.
Lifelong Learning
At SIS, curiosity drives learning. The school’s inquiry-based approach encourages students to explore big ideas across multiple subjects through transdisciplinary themes in the Primary Years Programme and interdisciplinary learning in the Middle Years Programme. This method helps students develop strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills while making meaningful connections across subjects. Themed assessments, such as Poetry Slam, Shark Tank, Invention Fair and SteamPunk, challenge them to dive deeper into learning.
Cultural exchange is also woven into everyday life at SIS. Events like Japanese Culture Day, Literacy Week and the International Cultural Festival celebrate diversity and multilingualism, helping students appreciate different traditions and perspectives. Through this rich, inclusive environment, SIS prepares students not only for academic success but also for a lifetime of global engagement.
For families looking for a nurturing, internationally minded school in Tokyo, SIS offers an environment where children are challenged to succeed and supported in their growth, paving the way for them to become the global citizens of tomorrow.
April 2025
