Believe in children, create the future.
Inquiry-based international school in Nakameguro & Toritsudai, Tokyo
Admissions
2026 Admissions
We're taking inquiries for all three programs — Preschool, Kindergarten After School, and Elementary After School.
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Ages 1.5–6 (through the kindergarten years)
Preschool
Full Day or Half Day, 2–5 days a week. We're taking inquiries year-round.
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Ages 4–6 (kindergarten years)
Kindergarten After School
We look after your child after their regular kindergarten day, 1–5 days a week. Pick-up available within about 1 km of campus.
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Grades 1–3
Elementary After School
English and art come together after school, at both our Nakameguro and Toritsudai-Yakumo campuses.
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Why Kodomo Edu
6 Reasons Families Choose Us
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Inquiry-Based Curriculum
Project-based inquiry that turns nothing into something builds curiosity and initiative.
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Reggio Approach × SEL
We combine the dialogue and self-expression of the Reggio Emilia approach with SEL (social-emotional learning).
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Rooted in Japanese Culture
Zazen, tea ceremony, calligraphy, and seasonal traditions keep children close to Japan, too.
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96% Acceptance Rate
Six years running, our graduates have earned places at competitive international and private elementary schools.
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Partner Schools Overseas
We stay connected to partner schools in Los Angeles and Hawaii through international summer camps.
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Elementary School Guidance
Specialist advisors help families through international and private elementary school admissions.
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Our Support
Support that helps you balance work and family — at their best
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Early drop-off & extended care
Preschool offers early drop-off (Nakameguro from 8:00 AM / Toritsudai from 8:30 AM) and extended care to 6:00 PM. Elementary After School runs as late as 8:00 PM.
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After-school childcare
Elementary After School can serve as your child's after-school care, combining art and English classes with homework support.
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Pick-up service
Pick-up options are available by program: within a 1 km radius for Kindergarten After School, and from nearby elementary schools for Elementary After School.
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Childcare subsidies apply
Both campuses are eligible for Japan's early childhood education subsidy program and Meguro City subsidies (registered as licensed-exempt childcare facilities).
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Dinner service
Elementary After School extended care (to 8:00 PM) includes dinner, homework support, and English tutoring — advance notice required.
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Choose 1–5 days a week
Kindergarten and Elementary After School run 1–5 days a week, and Preschool 2–5 days — build a schedule that fits your family.
Program
Three Programs
From Preschool through elementary-age afterschool care, there's a program for every stage.
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Preschool
Reggio Emilia-inspired, SEL-based inquiry learning — turning nothing into something, every day. 2–5 days a week, Full Day or Half Day.
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Kindergarten After School
English and inquiry learning after your child's regular kindergarten day. Pick-up available within about 1 km of campus.
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Elementary After School
Art and English come together after school, at both our Nakameguro and Toritsudai-Yakumo campuses.
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For International Families
Flexible Enrollment for International Families
Whether you're in Tokyo on a diplomatic posting, a company transfer, or a digital-nomad visa, we know families like yours don't always arrive — or leave — on the usual school-year schedule. Kodomo Edu is built around that reality.
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Enroll From Just One Month
Only in Tokyo for a short while? You can enroll for as little as one month — no need to commit to a full term or school year.
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Start Mid-Year, Anytime
There's no need to wait for April. Mid-year entry is always welcome, whenever your family arrives in Tokyo.
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Pay Once, Return Anytime
Pay the enrollment fee once and you're welcome back anytime while your child is still age-eligible — even after time away (subject to availability).
See the full 5-step admission process on the Admission page, or book a tour from the reservation page.
Campuses
Two Campuses in Tokyo
Both campuses share the same Kodomo Edu approach: Reggio Emilia-inspired, SEL-based, and 100% in English.
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Nakameguro Campus
8 min walk from Nakameguro Station
3-37-10 Kamimeguro, Meguro-ku, Tokyo
Our original campus, offering all three programs: Preschool, Kindergarten After School, and Elementary After School.
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Toritsudai-Yakumo Campus
12 min walk from Toritsudaigaku Station
4-16-3 Yakumo, Meguro-ku, Tokyo 152-0023
Opening in 2026 in a quiet, green residential neighborhood. Preschool, Kindergarten After School, and Elementary After School.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
A few of the questions we hear most from international families. More on our FAQ page.
Does my child need to know English already?
No prior English is required. Many children start with little or no English and pick it up naturally through everyday play and inquiry, led by native-English-speaking teachers.
How do we choose a program?
Age is the simplest guide: Preschool for ages 1.5–6 (through kindergarten), Kindergarten After School alongside kindergarten, and Elementary After School alongside elementary school (grades 1–3). If you're not sure, a tour is the best place to talk it through.
How many days a week can my child attend?
Preschool runs 2–5 days a week, and Kindergarten and Elementary After School 1–5 days — start at whatever pace fits your family.
Can I use Japan's early-childhood-education subsidies?
Yes. We're a registered licensed childcare facility and qualify for Japan's early childhood education subsidy, as well as Meguro City's own subsidy for the Nakameguro campus. Coverage depends on your course and your ward of residence — ask us at your tour for details.
Can my employer's benefits program help cover tuition?
Yes. We accept the "Sukusuku Aido" voucher through the Benefit Station employee-benefits program (the discount amount depends on your employer).
Let's Talk
We're happy to help in English — by email, by phone, or on a campus tour.