One World International School, Tsukuba (OWIS Tsukuba): Inquiry-based, K-12 Education in Tsukuba
Backed by a Proven Legacy of Global Success
Discover the OWIS difference in Tsukuba
Personalised, Student-Centred Learning
Inquiry-led learning helps students build on their strengths, explore their interests, and take ownership of their learning journey.
With small class sizes (up to 18 students), teachers can give each child the attention and feedback they need to thrive.
Multicultural, Inclusive Community
Join a truly international school environment where diversity is valued and every child feels seen.
Through a culture of kindness, inclusion, and strong student support, OWIS Tsukuba helps learners develop a genuine sense of belonging and confidence.
Leadership Development
Nurtured through Personal, Social, and Emotional Learning (PSEL), students build self-awareness, emotional regulation, confidence, and empathy.
With inquiry-led learning, student agency, and real leadership roles such as the House system and House captains, students practise responsible decision-making, teamwork, and calculated risk-taking.
Building Towards K12 Education
OWIS Tsukuba is currently accepting admissions for Early Childhood Education to Grade 6 (ages 3-12)
We intend to open a new grade every year, with Grade 12 opening by 2031
AGE 3-5 YEARS
Early Childhood
Our well-designed early years education provides children with a strong foundation for their academic and socio-emotional development.
AGE 5-11 YEARS
Primary School
Our Primary Programme nurtures the natural curiosity in children to make them inquisitive and experiential learners through curriculum-based activities.
AGE 11-16 YEARS
Junior Secondary School
Our international curriculum will promote critical thinking and creativity, so young learners will be well-prepared for the challenges of high school.
Grade 8 will open in 2027
Grade 9 will open in 2028
Grade 10 will open in 2029
AGE 16-18 YEARS
Senior Secondary School
A rigorous and goal-oriented learning experience that will prepare learners for a fruitful university life and a well-defined career path.
Grade 11 will open in 2030
Grade 12 will open in 2031
OWIS Tsukuba Curriculum
At OWIS Tsukuba, we offer K12 international education that combines strong academic foundations with values-led development, helping students think critically, learn independently, and grow into confident international citizens.
1. Inquiry-Based – Students ask questions, explore curiosities, and engage with ideas through real-world, problem-solving learning experiences.
2. Student-Driven – Student-led projects build ownership, helping learners focus on their strengths, interests, and personal goals.
3. Research-Backed – We use evidence-based practices to strengthen learning outcomes, such as genre-based writing, Reader’s/Writer’s Workshops, Guided Reading, and dedicated Quiet Reading Time.
4. Place-Based – We connect curriculum concepts to real experiences, using local resources to make learning authentic, meaningful, and relevant.
5. Real-World Applicable – Learning is designed around practical application, strengthening numeracy and problem-solving students can use with confidence.
6. STEM Focused – Our STEM learning is strengthened through a dedicated Design, Innovation, and Technology strand, hands-on projects, and spaces that encourage experimentation and creative problem solving.
7. Scientific – Students build science skills through a clear framework (planning, investigating, analysing, evaluating), helping them think like scientists and apply learning with purpose.
8. Holistic – Our after-school activities, competitive sports, and enrichment programmes support character, confidence, teamwork, and personal passions.
10. Effective Educators – Learning is delivered by certified, experienced educators who guide students with expertise, consistency, and high expectations, supported by global best practices.
Why Families Choose OWIS Tsukuba?
Innovation in Academics
We blend globally recognized 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, personalized care, and strong parent partnerships, we foster not just academic growth, but emotional well-being and a strong sense of belonging.
Leadership Development
At OWIS Tsukuba, leadership is nurtured from the inside out. With a personalized, 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 to live and succeed anywhere by promoting international-mindedness, cross-cultural communication, and adaptability.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of learning environment can my child expect at OWIS Tsukuba?
OWIS Tsukuba offers a safe, nurturing, and student-centred environment where children are encouraged to explore, ask questions, and grow with confidence. The campus combines modern learning spaces with a natural setting, creating a balanced atmosphere that supports both academic focus and overall wellbeing.
What curriculum and teaching approach does OWIS Tsukuba follow?
OWIS Tsukuba delivers an inquiry-based international curriculum that emphasises critical thinking, independent learning, and real-world application. The programme is designed to build strong academic foundations while helping students develop into confident, globally minded individuals.
Will my child be able to continue their full school journey at OWIS Tsukuba?
Yes, OWIS Tsukuba is gradually expanding into a full K–12 school, adding one grade each year. This means students can continue their education within the same school environment over time, ensuring continuity in learning, teaching approach, and community.
English Language Support
At OWIS Tsukuba, we offer a range of English language support options to help students build confidence and succeed in an international learning environment:
- Academic English Preparation (AEP) classes provide structured, in-school language support to strengthen everyday and academic English.
- Transition Programmes support a smooth move into our international, inquiry-based curriculum.
- International Learning Environment – As an English-speaking school with an international faculty and diverse student community, students practise English naturally every day through lessons, friendships, and school activities.
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.…”
Chris Larter
Founding Head of School, OWIS Tsukuba
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OWIS Tsukuba is a member of The Global Schools Group (GSG), a cooperative network of International Schools
Updates & Announcements
Last updated on 2026-06-22
Register by July 2027 to apply
Date: November 8th 2026
Learn about our curriculum, programmes, and offerings from our Esteemed Head of School.
For students aged 3-5. Read our Subsidy page to learn more
April-June Transition Programmes
Our year-round Immersive English Transition programme and April-June Kindergarten Transition programme strengthen essential scholastic and language skills, ensuring students start the academic year confidently in August.
Enjoy up to four weeks of exciting summer activities! Register here
(July 13th to August 7th)
OWIS Tsukuba Featured on ACCS TV!
See our students proudly showcase their inquiry projects and learning journeys to families, community members, and distinguished guests, including local government, education, and industry leaders.
👉 Register here
![One World International School Tsukuba [Official]](https://owis.org/jp/wp-content/uploads/sb-instagram-feed-images/owis.tsukuba.webp)
🎓 OWIS Tsukuba invites you to our Post-Secondary Education Fair!
Whether your child is planning to study in Japan or explore global opportunities abroad, this event is a fantastic opportunity to meet admissions representatives and explore diverse academic pathways.
🗓 Date: Monday, October 19, 2026
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Location: OWIS Tsukuba (1400 Kunimatsu, Tsukuba, Ibaraki)
👥 Format: Open fair format with live university presentations starting at 13:30
🏫 Featured Institutions Include:
• Lakeland University Japan (Japan)
• Tsuru University (Japan)
• SHL Switzerland (Switzerland)
• Brillantmont International School (Switzerland)
• British University Vietnam (Vietnam)
• Butte College (USA)
✨ All are welcome to attend! Spark inspiration and chart the best course for your child’s future.
👉 Swipe to view the full presentation schedule!
🔗 Register your interest here: https://share.hsforms.com/1UTuINu-vTYG-TMzoW8C0XA1jol3
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OWISつくば 高等教育・進路フェア（Post-Secondary Education Fair）開催のご案内!
国内大学への進学をご検討の方も、海外留学やグローバルな進路をお探しの方も、大学の担当者と直接話して将来の選択肢を広げられる絶好の機会です。
🗓 日程： 2026年10月19日（月）
⏰ 時間： 13:00 – 17:00
📍 場所： OWISつくば（茨城県つくば市国松1400）
👥 形式： オープンフェア形式（13:30より参加機関によるプレゼンテーション開始）
🏫 参加予定校・機関：
・レイクランド大学ジャパンキャンパス（日本）
・都留文科大学（日本）
・SHLスイス（スイス）
・ブリヤモン・インターナショナル・スクール（スイス）
・ブリティッシュ・ユニバーシティ・ベトナム（ベトナム）
・ビュート・カレッジ（アメリカ）
✨ どなたでもご参加いただけます！ お子さまの未来の可能性を広げる第一歩として、ぜひお気軽にお越しください。
👉 プレゼンテーションのタイムスケジュールはスワイプしてご確認ください！
🔗参加申し込み・詳細はこちら：[https://share.hsforms.com/1UTuINu-vTYG-TMzoW8C0XA1jol3](https://share.hsforms.com/1UTuINu-vTYG-TMzoW8C0XA1jol3)
#OWISつくば #学校説明会 #進路フェア #国内進学 #海外留学 #インターナショナルスクール #つくば
#OWISつくば #学校説明会 #進路フェア #国内進学 #海外留学 #インターナショナルスクール #つくば](https://owis.org/jp/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png)
🎓 OWIS Tsukuba invites you to our Post-Secondary Education Fair!
Whether your child is planning to study in Japan or explore global opportunities abroad, this event is a fantastic opportunity to meet admissions representatives and explore diverse academic pathways.
🗓 Date: Monday, October 19, 2026
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Location: OWIS Tsukuba (1400 Kunimatsu, Tsukuba, Ibaraki)
👥 Format: Open fair format with live university presentations starting at 13:30
🏫 Featured Institutions Include:
• Lakeland University Japan (Japan)
• Tsuru University (Japan)
• SHL Switzerland (Switzerland)
• Brillantmont International School (Switzerland)
• British University Vietnam (Vietnam)
• Butte College (USA)
✨ All are welcome to attend! Spark inspiration and chart the best course for your child’s future.
👉 Swipe to view the full presentation schedule!
🔗 Register your interest here: https://share.hsforms.com/1UTuINu-vTYG-TMzoW8C0XA1jol3
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OWISつくば 高等教育・進路フェア（Post-Secondary Education Fair）開催のご案内!
国内大学への進学をご検討の方も、海外留学やグローバルな進路をお探しの方も、大学の担当者と直接話して将来の選択肢を広げられる絶好の機会です。
🗓 日程： 2026年10月19日（月）
⏰ 時間： 13:00 – 17:00
📍 場所： OWISつくば（茨城県つくば市国松1400）
👥 形式： オープンフェア形式（13:30より参加機関によるプレゼンテーション開始）
🏫 参加予定校・機関：
・レイクランド大学ジャパンキャンパス（日本）
・都留文科大学（日本）
・SHLスイス（スイス）
・ブリヤモン・インターナショナル・スクール（スイス）
・ブリティッシュ・ユニバーシティ・ベトナム（ベトナム）
・ビュート・カレッジ（アメリカ）
✨ どなたでもご参加いただけます！ お子さまの未来の可能性を広げる第一歩として、ぜひお気軽にお越しください。
👉 プレゼンテーションのタイムスケジュールはスワイプしてご確認ください！
🔗参加申し込み・詳細はこちら：[https://share.hsforms.com/1UTuINu-vTYG-TMzoW8C0XA1jol3](https://share.hsforms.com/1UTuINu-vTYG-TMzoW8C0XA1jol3)
#OWISつくば #学校説明会 #進路フェア #国内進学 #海外留学 #インターナショナルスクール #つくば
Behind every good result is a child who kept trying. 🌱
Strong roots grow quietly: through late nights, small wins and a determination no one sees. The OWIS Excellence Scholarship is our way of noticing that effort and giving it room to grow.
📅 18 November | 🕙 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
📍 OWIS Tsukuba
🎓 Grades 3-7 | ✅ Free application
Scholarships are limited. Register today and let your child’s hard work be seen.
👉 https://owis.org/jp/events-and-webinars/owis-excellence-scholarship-for-academic-achievements/
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すべての素晴らしい成果の裏には、努力を重ねてきた子どもたちの姿があります!🌱
大きく成長するための強い根は、目に見えないところで少しずつ育まれていきます。夜遅くまでの勉強、小さな成功体験、そして諦めずに挑戦し続ける強い意志。
OWIS Excellence Scholarship（奨学金制度）は、そんな子どもたちの努力を認め、さらなる成長の機会を提供するためのものです。
📅 11月18日 | 🕙 10:00～12:00
📍 OWISつくば校
🎓 小学3年生～中学1年生相当（Grade 3～7）
✅ 応募無料
奨学金の募集枠には限りがあります。
お子さまのこれまでの努力が、未来への新たな一歩につながるように。
ぜひこの機会にお申し込みください！
👉 https://owis.org/jp/events-and-webinars/owis-excellence-scholarship-for-academic-achievements/
#OWISTsukuba #OWISScholarship #InternationalSchool #Tsukuba #AdmissionsOpen
Behind every good result is a child who kept trying. 🌱
Strong roots grow quietly: through late nights, small wins and a determination no one sees. The OWIS Excellence Scholarship is our way of noticing that effort and giving it room to grow.
📅 18 November | 🕙 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
📍 OWIS Tsukuba
🎓 Grades 3-7 | ✅ Free application
Scholarships are limited. Register today and let your child’s hard work be seen.
👉 https://owis.org/jp/events-and-webinars/owis-excellence-scholarship-for-academic-achievements/
=================
すべての素晴らしい成果の裏には、努力を重ねてきた子どもたちの姿があります!🌱
大きく成長するための強い根は、目に見えないところで少しずつ育まれていきます。夜遅くまでの勉強、小さな成功体験、そして諦めずに挑戦し続ける強い意志。
OWIS Excellence Scholarship（奨学金制度）は、そんな子どもたちの努力を認め、さらなる成長の機会を提供するためのものです。
📅 11月18日 | 🕙 10:00～12:00
📍 OWISつくば校
🎓 小学3年生～中学1年生相当（Grade 3～7）
✅ 応募無料
奨学金の募集枠には限りがあります。
お子さまのこれまでの努力が、未来への新たな一歩につながるように。
ぜひこの機会にお申し込みください！
👉 https://owis.org/jp/events-and-webinars/owis-excellence-scholarship-for-academic-achievements/
#OWISTsukuba #OWISScholarship #InternationalSchool #Tsukuba #AdmissionsOpen
"What makes OWIS Tsukuba different?"
We asked our Head of School, Chris Larter, and his answer is why so many families are choosing us. 🌱
Watch now, then come see it in person. Even better, meet Chris yourself and hear it directly from him.
👉 Book a Campus Tour: https://owis.org/jp/school-tour/
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OWIS Tsukubaが他の学校と違う理由は何でしょうか？」
私たちはHead of SchoolのChris Larterに聞いてみました。🌱
そして、彼の答えこそが、多くのご家庭にOWIS Tsukubaを選んでいただいている理由です。
ぜひ動画をご覧ください。
そして次は、実際にキャンパスへ足を運んで、その魅力を感じてみませんか？
さらに、Chris本人に会って、直接その答えを聞いてみてください。
👉 キャンパスツアーを予約する：https://owis.org/jp/ja/school-tour/
#OWISTsukuba #インターナショナルスクール #つくば #キャンパスツアー
#OWISTsukuba #InternationalSchool #Tsukuba #BookATour
"What makes OWIS Tsukuba different?"
We asked our Head of School, Chris Larter, and his answer is why so many families are choosing us. 🌱
Watch now, then come see it in person. Even better, meet Chris yourself and hear it directly from him.
👉 Book a Campus Tour: https://owis.org/jp/school-tour/
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OWIS Tsukubaが他の学校と違う理由は何でしょうか？」
私たちはHead of SchoolのChris Larterに聞いてみました。🌱
そして、彼の答えこそが、多くのご家庭にOWIS Tsukubaを選んでいただいている理由です。
ぜひ動画をご覧ください。
そして次は、実際にキャンパスへ足を運んで、その魅力を感じてみませんか？
さらに、Chris本人に会って、直接その答えを聞いてみてください。
👉 キャンパスツアーを予約する：https://owis.org/jp/ja/school-tour/
#OWISTsukuba #インターナショナルスクール #つくば #キャンパスツアー
#OWISTsukuba #InternationalSchool #Tsukuba #BookATour
🦉 Meet the newest member of the OWIS Tsukuba community!
From the foot of Mount Tsukuba, our guardian is ready to explore, discover and grow alongside our community of learners.
Welcome to OWIS Tsukuba, Tsuku! 💙
Want to meet the guardian of OWIS Tsukuba? Book a campus tour with us: https://owis.org/jp/school-tour/
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🦉 OWIS Tsukubaに新しく仲間入りしたメンバーをご紹介します！
筑波山のふもとで、私たちの学びのコミュニティとともに、探究し、発見し、成長していくOWIS Tsukubaの守り役。
OWIS Tsukubaへようこそ、Tsuku（ツク）！💙
OWIS Tsukubaの守り役、Tsukuに会ってみませんか？
キャンパスツアーをぜひご予約ください：https://owis.org/jp/ja/school-tour/
#OWISTsukuba #MeetTsuku #OWISMascot #InternationalSchool #Tsukuba
🦉 Meet the newest member of the OWIS Tsukuba community!
From the foot of Mount Tsukuba, our guardian is ready to explore, discover and grow alongside our community of learners.
Welcome to OWIS Tsukuba, Tsuku! 💙
Want to meet the guardian of OWIS Tsukuba? Book a campus tour with us: https://owis.org/jp/school-tour/
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🦉 OWIS Tsukubaに新しく仲間入りしたメンバーをご紹介します！
筑波山のふもとで、私たちの学びのコミュニティとともに、探究し、発見し、成長していくOWIS Tsukubaの守り役。
OWIS Tsukubaへようこそ、Tsuku（ツク）！💙
OWIS Tsukubaの守り役、Tsukuに会ってみませんか？
キャンパスツアーをぜひご予約ください：https://owis.org/jp/ja/school-tour/
#OWISTsukuba #MeetTsuku #OWISMascot #InternationalSchool #Tsukuba