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One World International School Tsukuba (OWIS Tsukuba)

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Updates & Announcements

Last updated on 2025-08-26

One World International School Tsukuba Inauguration Ceremony with the Mayor of Tsukuba and Governor of Ibaraki prefecture

OWIS Tsukuba Inauguration Ceremony Highlights - September 19th

Discover the OWIS difference in Tsukuba

Inquiry-Based & Student-Centered Curriculum

Balances academic rigour with holistic development, fostering a lifelong love of learning.

Strong Literacy Focus

Implements research-backed best practices, including a genre-based approach, the writing process, Reader’s/Writer’s Workshops, Guided Reading, and dedicated Quiet Reading Time.

Real-World Application

Integrates concepts with real-world experiences, utilising local resources for authentic, place-based learning.

Learn more about the amazing benefits of our curriculum

Building Towards K12 Education

OWIS Tsukuba currently offers Early Childhood Education to Grade 5 (ages 3-11)

We intend to open a new grade every year, with Grade 12 opening by 2033

English Support Programme

The OWIS Tsukuba Academic English Preparation (AEP) programme is designed to improve non-native speakers’ English proficiency, ensuring they can fully take part in an English-speaking learning environment.

Our purpose-built AEP programme is segmented into three progressive levels to accelerate student English language development and allow them to seamlessly integrate into mainstream classes.

Campus Photo Update

Gallery - Tsukuba Campus Blueprint

Campus Construction Update

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Message from the Founding Head of School: Welcoming a New Era of Learning at One World International School in Tsukuba

Welcome to One World International School, Tsukuba!

As the Founding Head of School, it is my great pleasure to introduce our new educational community. We are excited to open our doors for our first full academic year starting in August 2025.

Our vision is to offer comprehensive, inquiry-based K-12 education. We will begin with grades K-5 and plan to add a grade each year as we grow. Our mission is to provide an environment where every child is known, valued, and appreciated, fostering their unique talents, interests, and aspirations through a holistic educational approach.
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Chris Larter - Founding Head of School for One World International School Tsukuba

Chris Larter

Founding Head of School, OWIS Tsukuba

Innovation in Academics & Science at One World International School Tsukuba (Photo from OWIS Singapore)

Innovation in Academics


We blend globally recognised curricula with research-backed teaching practices, immersive STEM education, and the purposeful integration of technology. This ensures students not only master core subjects but also develop the critical thinking and future-ready skills needed to thrive in a dynamic world.

Nurturing School Environment


Our inclusive, respectful, and empowering environment makes every student feel seen, heard, and supported. Through a blend of cultural diversity, personalised care, and strong parent partnerships, we foster not just academic growth, but emotional well-being and a strong sense of belonging.

Nurturing School Environment at One World International School Tsukuba (OWIS Tsukuba) - Photo from Singapore
Leadership development at One World International School Tsukuba (OWIS Tsukuba) - Photo from Singapore

Leadership Development


At OWIS Tsukuba, leadership is nurtured from the inside out. With a personalised, inquiry-driven approach and a strong emphasis on emotional intelligence, we help students become confident, self-aware individuals who lead with empathy, integrity, and a clear sense of purpose.

Connectivity & Global Network


Our global network opens doors to enriching student exchange programmes, cross-campus virtual projects, and meaningful collaboration with peers across continents. We prepare students for a global workforce by promoting international-mindedness, cross-cultural communication, and adaptability.

Connectivity & Global Network at One World International School Tsukuba (OWIS Tsukuba) - Photo from Singapore
One World International School in Japan is proud to be part of the Global School Group (GSG)

TSUKUBA CAMPUS

1400 Kunimatsu, Tsukuba, Ibaraki 300-4354, Japan

If you have any questions about our new up-and-coming Tsukuba Campus, please contact our admissions counsellor Mrs Shashi at [email protected] or call 080-7637-6878.

Happy World Teachers' Day!Today, the 5th of October, is a day to honour educators all around the world 🎓🌍OWIS Tsukuba can continue to be a place for students’ exploration and growth thanks to the invaluable contributions of every single teacher 🌱Thank you as always to our wonderful OWIS teachers.Your innovative lessons, your warmth in supporting students, and your endless passion for education build the very culture of our school.We are incredibly proud to have you as a part of our outstanding team 🤝—----------------------------------------------Happy World Teachers' Day!本日10月5日は、世界中の教育者に敬意を表する日です🎓🌍OWISつくばが、生徒たちの探究と成長の場としてこれからも歩んでいけるのは、一人ひとりの先生方のかけがえのない貢献のおかげです 🌱皆さんのユニークな授業、学生への温かいサポート、そして教育への尽きることのない情熱が、私たちの学校の文化を築いています。素晴らしいチームの一員である皆さんを、とても誇りに思います 🤝#OWIS#OWISTsukuba#InternationalSchoolJapan#TeachersDay#WorldTeachersDay#インターナショナルスクール#日本インターナショナルスクール#OWISつくば#教師の日

Happy World Teachers` Day!

Today, the 5th of October, is a day to honour educators all around the world 🎓🌍

OWIS Tsukuba can continue to be a place for students’ exploration and growth thanks to the invaluable contributions of every single teacher 🌱

Thank you as always to our wonderful OWIS teachers.

Your innovative lessons, your warmth in supporting students, and your endless passion for education build the very culture of our school.

We are incredibly proud to have you as a part of our outstanding team 🤝

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Happy World Teachers` Day!

本日10月5日は、世界中の教育者に敬意を表する日です🎓🌍

OWISつくばが、生徒たちの探究と成長の場としてこれからも歩んでいけるのは、一人ひとりの先生方のかけがえのない貢献のおかげです 🌱

皆さんのユニークな授業、学生への温かいサポート、そして教育への尽きることのない情熱が、私たちの学校の文化を築いています。

素晴らしいチームの一員である皆さんを、とても誇りに思います 🤝

#OWIS
#OWISTsukuba
#InternationalSchoolJapan
#TeachersDay
#WorldTeachersDay
#インターナショナルスクール
#日本インターナショナルスクール
#OWISつくば
#教師の日
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On September 19th, OWIS Tsukuba proudly held its Inauguration Day ceremony! 🎉On this memorable occasion, we were honoured to welcome many distinguished guests, including the Mayor of Tsukuba and the Governor of Ibaraki, who kindly extended their warm congratulations.Our students demonstrated great confidence and talent, presenting corsages to our guests with heartfelt sincerity, and showcasing beautiful singing and musical performances ✨Our guests also had the opportunity to tour our campus and witness the vibrant learning environment at OWIS Tsukuba.We are incredibly grateful for the warm support that made this inauguration possible.We thank you from the bottom of our hearts 🙏OWIS Tsukuba is committed to growing alongside the local community, nurturing the future of our children.We look forward to your continued warm support for the future growth and community expansion of OWIS Tsukuba.—-———————————————9月19日、OWISつくばの開講式が盛大に執り行われました!🎉この記念すべき日には、つくば市長や茨城県知事をはじめ、多くの来賓の方々にお越しいただき、温かい祝辞を頂戴いたしました。生徒たちは、来賓の方々に心を込めてコサージュをお渡ししたり、美しい歌声や楽器演奏を披露したりと、堂々とした姿を見せてくれました。✨ また、来賓の方々には校舎内の見学もしていただき、OWISつくばの学びの環境をご覧いただきました。この開講式を無事に迎えられましたのも、皆様の温かいご支援のおかげです。心より感謝申し上げます。🙏OWISつくばは、これから地域の皆様と共に、子どもたちの未来を育む学び舎として成長してまいります。今後のOWISつくばの成長とコミュニティの拡大に、どうぞ温かいご声援をお願いいたします。#OWIS#OWISTsukuba#InternationalSchoolJapan#InaugurationDay#SchoolOpening#インターナショナルスクール#日本インターナショナルスクール#OWISつくば#国際教育#開校式#新学期

On September 19th, OWIS Tsukuba proudly held its Inauguration Day ceremony! 🎉

On this memorable occasion, we were honoured to welcome many distinguished guests, including the Mayor of Tsukuba and the Governor of Ibaraki, who kindly extended their warm congratulations.
Our students demonstrated great confidence and talent, presenting corsages to our guests with heartfelt sincerity, and showcasing beautiful singing and musical performances ✨

Our guests also had the opportunity to tour our campus and witness the vibrant learning environment at OWIS Tsukuba.
We are incredibly grateful for the warm support that made this inauguration possible.
We thank you from the bottom of our hearts 🙏

OWIS Tsukuba is committed to growing alongside the local community, nurturing the future of our children.
We look forward to your continued warm support for the future growth and community expansion of OWIS Tsukuba.

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9月19日、OWISつくばの開講式が盛大に執り行われました!🎉

この記念すべき日には、つくば市長や茨城県知事をはじめ、多くの来賓の方々にお越しいただき、温かい祝辞を頂戴いたしました。
生徒たちは、来賓の方々に心を込めてコサージュをお渡ししたり、美しい歌声や楽器演奏を披露したりと、堂々とした姿を見せてくれました。✨

また、来賓の方々には校舎内の見学もしていただき、OWISつくばの学びの環境をご覧いただきました。
この開講式を無事に迎えられましたのも、皆様の温かいご支援のおかげです。心より感謝申し上げます。🙏

OWISつくばは、これから地域の皆様と共に、子どもたちの未来を育む学び舎として成長してまいります。
今後のOWISつくばの成長とコミュニティの拡大に、どうぞ温かいご声援をお願いいたします。

#OWIS
#OWISTsukuba
#InternationalSchoolJapan
#InaugurationDay
#SchoolOpening
#インターナショナルスクール
#日本インターナショナルスクール
#OWISつくば
#国際教育
#開校式
#新学期
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A Welcome Message from the Head of School Chris Larter✨"At OWIS Tsukuba, we will nurture each student individually, helping them to develop their talents and encouraging them to take on new challenges.As part of the global OWIS network and the Global Schools Group, we aim to provide high-quality international education rooted in the principles of IB education.Community is also at the heart of OWIS Tsukuba.We want to be a school where every student, teacher, and parent feels that they belong – a place where we listen to each other, support one another, and grow together.The culture we build here will shape the future of our children.I am very much looking forward to embarking on this journey with you all."—-———————————————クリス・ラーター校長からのご挨拶✨️「OWISつくばでは、一人ひとりの生徒たちを温かく見守り、才能を伸ばし、様々なことに挑戦できるようサポートします。私たちは、世界中に広がるOWISのネットワーク、そしてGlobal Schools Groupの一員としてIB教育の考えに基づいた質の高い国際教育を提供することを目指しています。また、OWISつくばが大切にしているのは、コミュニティです。生徒、教師、そして保護者の皆様一人ひとりが、「自分はここにいていいんだ」と感じられる場所お互いの声に耳を傾け、支え合い、共に成長していく学校でありたいと願っています。私たちが作り上げる文化は、子どもたちの未来を形作るものとなるでしょう。皆様と共にこの旅路を歩んでいけることを、大変嬉しく思います」#OWIS#OWISTsukuba#InternationalSchoolJapan#HeadofSchoolMessage#HeadofSchool#FoundingPrincipal#インターナショナルスクール#日本インターナショナルスクール#OWISつくば#校長#校長先生

A Welcome Message from the Head of School Chris Larter✨

"At OWIS Tsukuba, we will nurture each student individually, helping them to develop their talents and encouraging them to take on new challenges.
As part of the global OWIS network and the Global Schools Group, we aim to provide high-quality international education rooted in the principles of IB education.
Community is also at the heart of OWIS Tsukuba.
We want to be a school where every student, teacher, and parent feels that they belong – a place where we listen to each other, support one another, and grow together.
The culture we build here will shape the future of our children.

I am very much looking forward to embarking on this journey with you all."

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クリス・ラーター校長からのご挨拶✨️

「OWISつくばでは、一人ひとりの生徒たちを温かく見守り、才能を伸ばし、様々なことに挑戦できるようサポートします。
私たちは、世界中に広がるOWISのネットワーク、そしてGlobal Schools Groupの一員としてIB教育の考えに基づいた質の高い国際教育を提供することを目指しています。
また、OWISつくばが大切にしているのは、コミュニティです。
生徒、教師、そして保護者の皆様一人ひとりが、「自分はここにいていいんだ」と感じられる場所お互いの声に耳を傾け、支え合い、共に成長していく学校でありたいと願っています。
私たちが作り上げる文化は、子どもたちの未来を形作るものとなるでしょう。
皆様と共にこの旅路を歩んでいけることを、大変嬉しく思います」

#OWIS
#OWISTsukuba
#InternationalSchoolJapan
#HeadofSchoolMessage
#HeadofSchool
#FoundingPrincipal
#インターナショナルスクール
#日本インターナショナルスクール
#OWISつくば
#校長
#校長先生
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Today is Respect for the Grandparents’ Day👴🏻👵🏻The warm presence of grandparents who always look out for us is a great source of comfort and support for the children.Wishing you all a day filled with smiles and happiness ✨—----------------------------------------------本日は敬老の日👴🏻👵🏻いつもあたたかく見守ってくださるおじい様・おばあ様の存在は、子どもたちの大きな心の支えになっています。皆さんにとって笑顔があふれる一日になりますように✨#OWIS#OWISTsukuba#InternationalSchoolJapan#敬老の日#インターナショナルスクール#日本インターナショナルスクール#OWISつくば#RespectForTheAgedDay#GrandparentsDay

Today is Respect for the Grandparents’ Day👴🏻👵🏻

The warm presence of grandparents who always look out for us is a great source of comfort and support for the children.

Wishing you all a day filled with smiles and happiness ✨

—----------------------------------------------

本日は敬老の日👴🏻👵🏻

いつもあたたかく見守ってくださるおじい様・おばあ様の存在は、子どもたちの大きな心の支えになっています。

皆さんにとって笑顔があふれる一日になりますように✨

#OWIS
#OWISTsukuba
#InternationalSchoolJapan
#敬老の日
#インターナショナルスクール
#日本インターナショナルスクール
#OWISつくば
#RespectForTheAgedDay
#GrandparentsDay
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Information Session: Sunday, August 10th

Come to our second information session of the year, where we will be announcing new updates regarding the construction timeline of our school, curriculum, and :

Learn about:
– The construction timelines for different facilities at the school.
– Advancements regarding the development of the curriculum. 
– Get your specific questions answered. 

Date: Sunday, August 10th. 

Time: 14:30~ 16:00 (kindly enter the hall only from 14:20 pm so that we can start promptly).

Venue: Tsukuba Civic Centre Corridoio 3F – Main Conference Room(up to 100 seats allowed).

1-10-1 Azuma, Tsukuba-shi, Ibaraki 305-0031

Nearest Station: Tsukuba Station (Tsukuba Express Line), 3-minute walk  

Parking: There is no dedicated parking, but you can park at Tonarie Tsukuba Square (excluding the Family Mart area). If you make a purchase of 100 yen or more, you can park for free for up to 3 hours.

For more details, please visit Tonarie Tsukuba Square Access.

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Spaces are limited, so save your spot! Please register using the form below:

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