International Junior Secondary School In Osaka
OWIS Junior Secondary School ranges from ages 11 to 16 (Grades 6 - Grade 10, Middle School, Middle Years Programme, Junior High School, Lower Secondary School)
An Innovative Learning Journey
Junior Secondary is a time of transition for students as they adjust to new learning methodologies, educators, and social situations. During this period, they assume greater responsibilities, enjoy newfound independence, and gradually prepare for meaningful academic challenges.
Key Features of the OWIS Osaka Junior Secondary School Programme:
Academic Excellence & Personalized Learning
Our curriculum is rooted in inquiry-based learning, blending core subjects with real-world applications. We focus on critical thinking, creativity, and adaptability, skilfully preparing students to meet and embrace the challenges of the future.
This approach is enhanced by our commitment to personalized learning, where each student’s educational journey is tailored to their unique strengths, interests, and learning styles. Through this customization, we foster each student’s talents and aspirations. Our curriculum is designed to cultivate global awareness
Unique After-School Clubs: Beyond Traditional Learning
To accompany the middle school curriculum, our after-school programmes encourage exploration, experiential learning, and foundational skill-building. We offer a wide range of extracurricular activities, from sports and arts to technology and language clubs. These activities are designed to foster diverse interests and talents, contributing to the holistic development of our students. OWIS also has some unique features like interdisciplinary projects, technology integration, and global awareness initiatives.
After-school activities may often include community involvement, where students are introduced to the concept of community service and local engagement. Such activities are supervised and structured with an emphasis on learning the value of community contribution.
Personal Growth & Development
In Middle School, we start to see student councils and community service initiatives take shape, we encourage responsibility, empathy, and effective communication.
Team activities are focused on participation and learning to work collaboratively. The emphasis is on developing teamwork, communication skills, a sense of belonging, and community awareness.
Supportive Learning Environment: A Community of Support
We provide a nurturing environment with personalised mentorship and counselling services. We support each student’s unique journey, ensuring a positive and inclusive learning experience.
Within our multicultural environment, we model core values of kindness and empathy, encouraging students to become compassionate global citizens who understand and appreciate different perspectives and cultures.
Everything you need to know about our Junior Secondary School In Osaka
- Junior Secondary School is typically the first six years of Secondary School in Western schools. If your child is currently in Middle School, Middle Years Programme, Junior High School, High school, or Secondary School, Lower Secondary School, then they may be placed in our Junior Secondary School 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.
- This programme introduces many new specialised classes so that students can find what interests them and double down on those in the next academic stage (Senior Secondary School). Our Junior Secondary School spaces include science labs, a black box theatre, an immersive reality screen room, and more.
- The OWIS Osaka Junior Secondary School has fewer classes per grade than the years before it, so spaces are limited. Current OWIS Students also get a priority on those spaces. If you are interested in sending your child to our Junior Secondary School, then we recommend you apply early to save your spot.
See What Parents Have to Say About Our Campus
“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 their teacher’s mentorship style. My children have started the PYP curriculum and are learning lots of things that I wish I had 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.”
Jeremy Carlson
Parent of Students in Early Childhood and Primary School“OWIS’s legacy and big brand presence were 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, and he is just 10 years old!“
Rahul Kaushik
Parent of Students in Early Childhood and Primary School“Each day we have been greeted by teachers with warm smiles and genuine kindness - this left a deep impression on us. What touched us even more is how many teachers already remembered my son Eric & Ethan's names. Their homeroom teacher, Ms Mariko & Ms Michelle, have offered consistent encouragement and recognition, which has deeply reassured both our children and us as parents. We truly believe th111ey will continue to thrive with this kind of support”
Arrow Xia
Parent of Students in Early Childhood and Primary School“You guys ROCK! Thank you so much for supporting Food Bank Kansai and spreading the word.”
Keizo Yamada
Executive Director of the American Chamber Of Commerce Japan (ACCJ)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.
Our Junior Secondary School Programme Teachers
Robert Marvin