The Best Primary School in Osaka
OWIS Osaka Primary School ranges from ages 6 – 11 (Kindergarten to Grade 5, aka Elementary School)
Multicultural | Inquiry-Based | Holistic Development
The OWIS Osaka Primary School Programme fosters an engaging, multicultural environment where students develop a love of lifelong learning and a sense of one-world community. This goes a long way to create responsible and confident global citizens of the future while allowing them to build flourishing careers in a global context.
The OWIS Osaka Kindergarten is our most in-demand grade level and spaces fill up quickly every year. If you are interested in sending your child to our kindergarten, then we recommend you apply early to save your spot.
See how our IB trained teachers can shape your child’s future
Our Primary Years Programme nurtures students in a one-world community that promotes tolerance and allows students to explore diverse perspectives.
Care. Commitment. Community. That’s What OWIS Osaka are all About!
Rigorous Inquiry-based Curriculum
Our student-centred inquiry-based curriculum instils a sense of engagement and joy in our students, creating love for lifelong learning. By allowing students to explore their passions and interests, students get to focus on their strengths which achieves better learning and developmental outcomes. As part of the Units of Inquiry, students they learn how to find solutions and solve problems, becoming mindful, independent thinkers. They develop critical thinking which further encourages student-agency and responsibility over their educational journey.
In addition, our IB-certified curriculum is widely recognised internationally by universities and maintains strong academic rigour, with students needing to pass academic standards in order to progress through grades.
Kind & Inclusive Environment
We nurture our students in a friendly environment, teaching them the value of compassion, care, and politeness in all their interactions with others. Our teachers are dedicated to bringing out the best in every child and help them bloom to their full potential.
As a school built on diversity, inclusivity is our strength and we do our best to inculcate the values of compassion, tolerance, and kindness in our students at every level of the curriculum. We also have full-time student support services and guidance counsellors on-hand to support children with their overall wellbeing.
Experienced & Qualified Teachers
Our experienced teachers are fully trained in the IB programme every year in-house. They work in close collaboration with our students and parents, ensuring that they meet the unique learning needs of every student. Our passionate teachers make sure that students get the best opportunity to excel academically and develop key skills needed to thrive in personally & academically.
Holistic Development
We provide well-rounded education through a perfect balance of student-centred projects, core math, science, and language, specialised classes such performative and creative arts, and a variety of after-school sports, clubs, and activities. .
Teachers are also trained to focus on the overall emotional, social, and physical wellbeing of students. We instil strong values of kindness, compassion, international mindedness, and digital citizenship that build the social awareness to flourish later in life. This not only makes school enjoyable and varied but also opens up more opportunities for them to succeed in the future.
Our Well-Balanced PYP Curriculum Promotes Holistic Development
Skill development of our students remains as one of the core objectives behind whatever we do at One World International School, Osaka. Our students learn crucial skills that not only allow them to achieve success in academics, but also help them deal with real-world scenarios.
Collaboration
We organize creative group projects that help our students learn collaboration skills.
Communication
Our regular activities are focused at developing our students’ communication skills so as to make them better equipped to deal with other people from different backgrounds.
Empowerment
Students are encouraged to set their learning path through research on topics that interest them the most and this goes a long way to promote a sense of responsibility in them.
Inquiry
With our inquiry-based curriculum, our students get the opportunity to ask questions and find answers that help them solve real-life problems.
Compassion
We teach our students the value of care, compassion, empathy, and commitment. Our students take part in community service projects, which further contributes to their holistic development.
Multicultural Mindset
We have a global community, and every member of our community is culturally-receptive. Students from diverse backgrounds work together in groups, which helps develop cultural awareness.
What You Need To Know About the OWIS Kindergarten in Osaka
- Kindergarten is considered the first year of Primary School in many schools around the Western world and is for children aged 5-6. 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 transitional year combines the nurturing elements of the Early Childhood Programme whilst also preparing them for the more rigorous academic schedule they will expect in the following years of Primary School.
- Our Kindergarten spaces are filled with interactive activities, wall installations, and fun educational materials.
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.”
“I'm glad my daughter was able to enjoy school every day and spend her time fully engaged in daily activities.”
"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."
“Thank you, Principal. You have led OWIS to complete a great business, and we are very optimistic about the future of OWIS. Thank you for your help to Walter, helping him adapt to the life of an international school and improve his English.”
“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.”
Strong Student Protections
Every child deserves a healthy, open and safe school environment to develop their confidence and independent thinking skills. At OWIS Osaka, 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 Primary School Programme Teachers
Jason Endfield
Eric Maslen
Nadia Gundarsuriya
Amber Vega
Arada Panichayatrum
Victor Castro
Hallen Sumingwa
Clarence “C.C.” Haydel
Riaan Van der Walt
Amila Endeno
