Waseda Shibuya Senior High School

Waseda Shibuya Senior High School is located at 57 West Coast Road, Singapore 127366, in a quiet residential area near the West Coast and Clementi neighborhoods.

The campus is easily accessible by public transport, with Clementi MRT station and several bus routes nearby.

Waseda Shibuya Senior High School offers a three-year senior high school program for students aged 16 to 18. Admission is based on an entrance examination.

Waseda Shibuya Senior High School is a co-educational Japanese senior high school. It offers boarding facilities for students who live outside Singapore or prefer to stay on campus.

Information regarding additional learning support is publicly unavailable at the moment.

Waseda Shibuya Senior High School is affiliated with Japan and follows the Japanese national curriculum.

Waseda Shibuya Senior High School has no religious affiliation.

Classes at Waseda Shibuya Senior High School typically start at 8:30 am and end at 3:50 pm from Monday to Friday. Students have 10-minute breaks between classes, as well as a coffee break and a lunch break during the day.

Waseda Shibuya Senior High School does not offer a dedicated school bus service.

Students typically use public transport or make their own private transport arrangements. The school is accessible by several public bus routes and is a short distance from Clementi MRT station.

Waseda Shibuya Senior High School follows the Japanese national curriculum, covering a broad range of subjects including Japanese language, mathematics, science, social studies, English, and physical education. Students also study art, music, home economics, and information technology.

The curriculum prepares students for entrance into Japanese universities, with a focus on Waseda University. In their third year, students can choose elective subjects based on their intended field of study at university. All lessons are conducted in Japanese, except for English language classes.

The school also incorporates activities such as club participation, school trips, and cultural events as part of its educational program.

Waseda Shibuya Senior High School supports students’ social and emotional development through daily homeroom sessions and teacher supervision.

Each class has a homeroom teacher responsible for student welfare and basic guidance. School events and club activities promote peer interaction and teamwork. Boarding life also encourages independence and cooperation.

There is no formal SEL program or dedicated counselling staff. Support is provided primarily by teachers within the school setting.

Waseda Shibuya Senior High School is not a specialist SEN institution and does not offer dedicated SEN programs.

Waseda Shibuya Senior High School offers English Communication classes using Waseda University's "Tutorial English" program. These classes focus on improving students’ English speaking skills through small-group instruction.

The school does not provide a dedicated EAL program for students who are not proficient in English. English is taught as a subject, not as a support for non-native speakers.

Waseda Shibuya Senior High School offers counseling services with a licensed clinical psychologist. Students can talk to the counselor about things like stress, friendships, family, study worries, or trouble adjusting to life in Singapore. Counseling is private and open to parents and staff as well.

Homeroom teachers also help look out for students and guide them to support when needed. The goal is to help students feel comfortable and supported in school and dormitory life. Students are encouraged to reach out rather than deal with problems alone.

​Based on the available information, Waseda Shibuya Senior High School does not publicly provide a detailed safeguarding or child protection policy on its website.

Check eligibility and application periods
The school accepts students who have completed Japanese compulsory education or an equivalent overseas program. Entry is available for Year 1 in April and for Year 2 depending on available spaces. Admissions details and deadlines are announced on the school’s website each academic year.

Prepare and submit application documents
Applicants need to submit academic transcripts, a completed application form, health documents, and proof of prior schooling. There is a non-refundable application fee of SGD 20, plus a screening test fee of SGD 10 and an enrolment fee of SGD 2,970 (paid upon acceptance).

Sit for the entrance examination
All applicants are required to take an entrance exam covering core academic subjects. The test is designed to assess readiness for the Japanese curriculum and is usually conducted at the school campus in Singapore or at other designated locations.

Attend an interview (if required)
Some applicants may be asked to attend an interview to assess motivation, attitude, and suitability for the school environment. Interviews may be conducted in person or online.

Receive results and complete enrollment
Successful applicants will receive an offer of admission along with instructions for fee payment and onboarding. Families must confirm acceptance and pay the enrolment fee to secure the place. Additional guidance is provided for uniform purchase, dormitory registration (if applicable), and orientation.

Waseda Shibuya Senior High School offers two merit-based scholarships for students applying through the general admissions process: the Okuma Tokubetsu Scholarship and the Okuma Scholarship.​

Okuma Tokubetsu Scholarship: Awarded to the top-performing applicant in the first entrance examination, this scholarship covers the full tuition fees for up to three years. Continuation of the scholarship each year is subject to the student's academic performance.​

Okuma Scholarship: Granted to the next nine highest-scoring applicants in the first entrance examination, this scholarship provides a 50% reduction in tuition fees.

Waseda Shibuya Senior High School does not publicly provide information regarding the operation of a waitlist or wait pool system for admissions.