How to choose a school for your child in Japan

When choosing a school, compare not only the language, but also the curriculum, career path, commute, and cost.

This page not only provides general information, but also organizes the order and points to check when actually preparing. For people coming to Japan from overseas, it is important to proceed with plenty of time, as each procedure can take time due to differences in language and systems.

Think about your future path

Your choice will depend on whether you want to study in Japan or abroad.

Conditions vary depending on the person and company. The most efficient way to proceed is to organize your purpose, timing, budget, and necessary language support, and then check only the parts you don't understand with a specialist.

Check your language

Look at the balance between classroom language and home language.

Conditions vary depending on the person and company. The most efficient way to proceed is to organize your purpose, timing, budget, and necessary language support, and then check only the parts you don't understand with a specialist.

See school time

Check your daily travel costs.

Conditions vary depending on the person and company. The most efficient way to proceed is to organize your purpose, timing, budget, and necessary language support, and then check only the parts you don't understand with a specialist.

See full cost

Also check expenses other than tuition fees.

If you compare only based on price, you may find out later that there are additional costs and differences in terms and conditions. It's a good idea to separate what is one-time costs and what is monthly/yearly costs and have them confirmed in writing.

Check the official information for admission conditions

Please check with the school as it changes depending on the year and grade.

Conditions vary depending on the person and company. The most efficient way to proceed is to organize your purpose, timing, budget, and necessary language support, and then check only the parts you don't understand with a specialist.

Share priorities at family meetings

When migrating or living for a long time, if only one person has the information, the burden will be uneven on the family. Share with your family what has been decided and what hasn't been decided about school, housing, work, medical care, and budget. It will be easier to adapt if you listen to your child's wishes depending on their age and review them regularly after they start living together.

Think not only about your life in Japan but also about your future.

The way you choose schools and housing will depend on whether you plan to leave Japan in a few years or are planning to settle down for a long time. If you consider the possibility of future education, job changes, and returning to your home country, you will be able to see the flexibility necessary for your current choices.

What I would like you to tell me when consulting with JCBO

If you would like to discuss individually how to choose a school for your child in Japan, please let us know your current situation, desired timing, location, budget, what has already been decided, and what has not yet been decided. JCBO organizes the consultation contents and guides you through what can be resolved with general information and what needs to be dealt with by corporate services or qualified experts.