Experiential Early Childhood Education in Osaka
The OWIS Osaka Early Childhood Programme ranges from ages 3 to 5
(Preschool, Pre-K, Reception, Nursery, Early Years Programme)
Every Day is a New Discovery
We believe that when children gain social skills, emotional skills and confidence in the preschool years, academic learning follows naturally. Our certified, experienced, and in-house trained teachers nurture students in every area of their development and role model positive values of kindness, curiosity, and creativity.
The OWIS Early Childhood Programme sets students up for success in an international school environment as they become familiar with the campus, faculty, school culture, and language of instruction.
The first grade of our Primary School is our most in-demand grade. Since places fill quickly, the best way to guarantee your child has a place at OWIS Osaka is to enrol in the Early Childhood Programme first.
Start Your Child's Success Story, with OWIS
Inquiry-Driven Curriculum
Our inquiry-based Early Childhood programme uses a role-play, real-life, & play-based approach to learning. This style of learning encourages students to explore their environment, ask questions, and solve problems through guided and deliberate trial and error. Inquiry-based learning is known to empower children and instil in them from a young age a sense of self-reliance and skill development.
Early English Language Adoption
Students benefit from an immersive English environment for eight hours a day during their most critical years for language development. The school also arranges basic English language activities that prepare students for an optimal start for life in OWIS Osaka Primary School.
Safe, Happy, & Engaged in Learning
Our certified teachers ensure all children are happy and safe. From checking in on their emotional well-being each day, to doing risk assessments for activities, excursions, and classroom resources.
We have regular teacher training for handling conflicts and teaching children kindness and compassion at every level of the curriculum.
Our classrooms are spacious and engaging, equipped with diverse learning resources and complemented by an outdoor garden, sandbox, and fish pond, fostering exploration and self-discovery among students.
Holistic Development
The culture at OWIS Osaka promotes creativity and independent thinking.
More Reasons to Choose OWIS Osaka for Early Childhood Education?
Nurturing Lifelong Learners
We understand that every child has unique learning needs, and so we adopt personalized methodologies to ensure that every child fosters a love of lifelong learning.
Community & Inclusivity
We foster an environment where people show respect towards other cultures and celebrate diversity. Our group work promotes inclusive thinking and helps develop global citizens of the future.
Multiple Global Locations
GSF’s OWIS brand operates in multiple locations including India, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific regions, so expats have the privilege of enroling their children in schools following the same course structure.
Personalized Attention
We maintain low class sizes of 16 or fewer, creating an optimal student-teacher ratio. This translates into more focused attention towards every student in a comfortable and secure setting.
Reasonable Fees
At OWIS Osaka, we demonstrate our value of inclusivity by giving every child the right to receive high-quality education at affordable prices.
Government Subsidy
In addition, since our school is eligible for the free preschool subsidy, families who receive certification will receive up to 37,000 yen back in subsidies. Please click here for more details.
What does Early Childhood Mean?
Every country has different academic stages throughout their school systems. As an international school, our age brackets for each academic stage reflect those that are most commonly seen abroad and are in sync with other OWIS Schools in our global network. The OWIS Osaka Early Childhood Programme ranges from ages 3 – 5 and has multiple other names, including Preschool, Pre-K, Reception, Nursery, and Early Years Programme.
Check Out Our Curriculum Page to learn more about the different age brackets and academic stages of our School compared to other schools around the world.
Strong Student Protections
Every child deserves a healthy, open and safe school environment to develop their confidence and independent thinking skills. At OWIS Japan, Pastoral Care is carefully incorporated into our curriculum to look after our students’ well-being.
Pastoral Care at OWIS:
- Policy based restorative practices For conflict resolution and resolving bullying
- Modelling Positive Behaviour
- Inquiry-based project work helps students form strong interpersonal connections with others
- Teaching kindness at every level, and empowering students to build healthy relationships with themselves and others,
- Practice of Mindfulness
- Encouraging students to see the fun in learning and not feel judged for their mistakes
Enquire now to find out how your child will thrive in our nurturing school environment.
See What Parents Have to Say About Our Campus
“Sei is so happy and exhausted every day!! Thank you for your sincere support and encouragement.”
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"My son has gotten completely used to it and loves OWIS so much that he's really looking forward to going back after the winter break, saying, "I want to go early!”
"The school bus has been really helpful. Thank you so much for arranging a great bus company and for the schedule adjustments."
"Our daughter, who entered the school just two months ago, has greatly improved her English expression skills. She is happy to go to OWIS every day, and I agree with the educational philosophy of OWIS."
"Thank you to all the teachers for helping Walter adapt to the life of an international school, teaching him a lot of knowledge, especially improving his English. We are also happy to see that OWIS is getting better and better with your efforts. We will continue to recommend OWIS to our friends."
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“I really like the teachers here, they are always smiling and are really kind, and it's great to see that they hold a lot of our family’s values, my kids also seem to really enjoy his Teacher mentorship style. My children have started the PYP curriculum and are learning lots of things that I wish I learned as a kid. My child loves the gardening classes, the school pet and anything to do with nature. We love to see that the education is very tangible and hands-on.”
“OWIS’s legacy and big brand presence was a focal point for us. Our son has really enjoyed the strong exposure to science, and today I saw his presentation on economics, he knows so much more about economics than even I do not know and he is just 10 years old!“
“My favourite thing about OWIS is the freedom, my son looks very happy and free. He is particularly enjoying the science and gardening classes.”
“As parents, we carry the aspiration to gift our children with opportunities that surpass our own experiences. Growing up, I was fortunate to receive a quality education, but OWIS has elevated this to a global standard that I could only have dreamed of. The school’s commitment to fostering not just academic excellence but also cultural empathy and environmental stewardship is commendable. As I reflect on the education I received, I realise that OWIS is not just providing an education for the present but is preparing our children for a future where they can thrive and contribute positively to the world.”
“At OWIS, our children are not just students; they are young global citizens. They are learning to navigate the complexities of our interconnected world with grace and confidence. The school’s diverse community has become a second family, offering a warm and inclusive environment where our children are valued and heard.”
“The curriculum at OWIS is both challenging and enriching, encouraging our children to push boundaries and explore new horizons. The dedicated staff and state-of-the-art facilities contribute to an atmosphere where learning is a joy and curiosity is nurtured.”
Our Early Childhood Programme Teachers
Katie Melin
Mariko Okamura
Mikomi Ogawa
