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International Schools in Okinawa, Japan

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About international schools in Okinawa, Japan

Okinawa has only a small number of full English-language international schools, so the options for expatriate families are concentrated and often serve a mix of military, academic and long-term expat households. The two main models on the island are an IB continuum school offering PYP/MYP/DP and an American-style, English-language K - 12 school with Christian foundations; both teach primarily in English and provide Japanese language classes and language-support services. Annual school costs vary: the American-style school’s published annual tuition sits around ¥1,000,000 - ¥1,080,000 for K - 12 with additional facility and materials charges, while the IB school’s senior-school tuition and facility charges are substantially higher (mid-six-figure to low-seven-figure yen totals). Admissions rhythm differs by school: the IB school follows the Japanese April academic year with autumn/winter entrance exams, while the American-style school runs on an American-style calendar and offers rolling or term-based intake where space allows, so proximity to bases, bus routes and waitlists are practical considerations for relocating families.

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At a glance 3 schools · avg fee JPY 1,155,400
Schools listed
3
Curricula
7
Average annual fee
JPY 1,155,400
Fee range
JPY 636,000 – 1,912,900
Most common curriculum
Bespoke Curriculum (1 schools)
Average school size
583 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Okinawa Christian School International
Oldest
Okinawa Christian School International (1957)
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FAQs for Japan

What curricula and languages are available at international schools in Okinawa?
You will typically find two curricula on the island: an International Baccalaureate continuum (PYP, MYP, DP) at one school and an American-style, college-preparatory English curriculum at the other. Instruction is primarily in English, with structured Japanese lessons and additional English or Japanese language support available for learners who need it.
How much should I expect to pay in tuition and extra fees?
Published tuition at the American-style school is about ¥1,000,000 - ¥1,080,000 per year for elementary through high school, plus annual facility, materials and technology fees and non-refundable enrollment charges. The IB school publishes higher senior-school tuition figures (for example, IBDP tuition and separate facilities fees that can bring total annual costs into the mid- to high-millions of yen range for older students). Both schools also charge for extras such as school bus, lunch, uniforms and school trips.
When should we apply and how competitive are places?
Timing depends on the school: the IB school follows Japan’s April academic year and runs entrance examinations and admissions events in the autumn and winter months, while the American-style school operates on an American-style calendar and accepts students on a rolling or term basis when space is available. Because there are few international places on Okinawa, some year groups may fill early and waitlists are common, so begin inquiries several months before your intended start date and confirm bus or campus access if that matters to your commute.
What ages and stages do these schools cover?
Both schools provide education from early years/preschool through to the end of secondary (K - 12), with primary, middle and high school divisions and corresponding progression routes to university or further study. Programme offerings differ by age: the IB school runs the full IB pathway across the age ranges, while the American-style school uses a US-based sequence with middle and high school courses, including AP options at the senior level.
What practical things should relocating families check before enrolling?
Check exact tuition and refundable/non-refundable fee policies, school bus routes and added costs for lunches, uniforms and IT, and whether the school offers the language help your child needs; both schools publish detailed fee schedules and bus/lunch options. Also consider commute time from your home or base, the school calendar (April vs August/September start), how long your family plans to stay on Okinawa, and whether the school’s student profile and support services fit your child’s needs.