ISN Summer School
2027
A Pre-K and Kindergarten summer, entirely in English.

Nagano Campus Wild Nature. Full English. One Unforgettable Preschool Summer.

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— Coming Soon

Thank you for all your applications. Details for Summer School 2027 are usually announced around February.

The latest Summer School news is shared first via ISN’s Official LINE.
Information that stays the same each year — campus features, the daily schedule and what to bring — is listed below.

— Summer School 2027 / Nagano Campus

The summer program at ISN Nagano Campus is for Pre-K and Kindergarten children and runs in an “inclusion style”: participants spend the day alongside children who attend ISN every day. It is not a week of studying English — it is a week of living in English.

Dance, crafts, water play and art. The Kindergarten class also includes a special program at our Nakano Campus, set among the Kitashingo Mountains. No English ability is required to join.

Why Nagano Campus?

Three reasons to spend the summer here.

01

A Rich Variety of Hands-On Activities

Dance, crafts, water play and art. The program is built around activities that get hands and bodies moving rather than desk work, and includes field trips to experience Nagano’s nature and culture.

02

Inclusion Style, Alongside Current Students

Participants spend the day with current ISN students, who attend every day and have strong English. No English ability is required. Bilingual Japanese–English staff are always on site, so even first-time participants can join in.

03

A Special Program at Nakano Campus for the Kindergarten Class

The Kindergarten class travels to our Nakano Campus, surrounded by the majestic Kitashingo Mountains. Stepping away from a familiar setting changes how richly children spend their time in English.

The moment English clicks, the whole world opens up. — ISN Summer School
Program Overview

Nagano Campus at a Glance

For Pre-K & KindergartenNo English ability required. Children not enrolled at ISN are welcome.
Dates Summer 2027 (dates to be confirmed)In 2026 the program ran in two five-day sessions: Session 1, Mon Jul 27 – Fri Jul 31, and Session 2, Mon Aug 3 – Fri Aug 7.
Fee To be announcedIn 2026 the fee was ¥75,000 for one week / ¥150,000 for two weeks (tax included), covering materials, activities, transportation, lunch and the school bus.
Location ISN Nagano Campus
2-5-6 Minami-Takada, Nagano, Nagano 381-0033
A Day at ISN Summer

Daily Schedule

Nagano Campus (Preschool)

8:30–8:50ArrivalDrop-off
9:00Morning CircleGroup Gathering
9:45Morning ActivityInquiry-Based Learning
11:30LunchProvided Daily
12:30Afternoon ActivityCreative Sessions
15:20Snack & Afternoon CircleWrap-up & Pick-up

* The schedule above is from 2026. The 2027 schedule will be announced once confirmed. Timings may shift depending on the day’s activities.

What to Bring

What to Wear & Bring

Clothing
  • Comfortable clothes (any)* ISN uniforms are also available for purchase
  • Clothes that can get dirty are recommended
Items to Bring
  • Indoor shoes
  • Packed lunch (if not using school lunch)
  • Chopsticks, spoon and fork
  • Toothbrush & cup
  • Hand towel with a hanging loop
  • A full change of clothes
  • Water bottle (water or tea)
  • Hat with a brim
  • Water play set (swimsuit, towel, rash guard (optional), swim cap)
  • Aqua shoes for water play (must cover the toes; no sandals)
  • Nap futon (Pre-K class only)

* Please label all belongings. The list above is based on our 2026 guidance.

How to Apply

From Application to the First Day

01

Notice of Acceptance

Summer School applications are accepted only through ISN’s Official LINE. After each application period closes, we send a “Notice of Acceptance” to the email address you registered. Places are not allocated on a first-come, first-served basis; we review all applications once the period closes and contact families in turn.* This program is not first-come, first-served. After each application period closes, the office reviews all applications carefully and sends Notices of Acceptance in turn.
* Sessions that reach capacity in the first round will not hold a second round.

02

Enrollment (Payment & Details)

Together with the Notice of Acceptance, we send payment instructions and the details for the program days (what to bring and where to meet).

03

All Set

Enrollment is complete once we confirm your payment by the due date.

* If you use domain-based email filtering, please make sure you can receive emails from our office. Fees are non-refundable once paid.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

Can my child join without speaking English?

At Nagano Campus (Pre-K and up), no English ability is required at all. Bilingual Japanese–English staff are always in the office and help children enjoy activities alongside ISN students and teachers. The goal of the program is to feel the joy of being understood in English — and to go beyond it.

Can families from outside Nagano Prefecture participate?

Yes, we welcome many families from across Japan and from overseas. Our campuses are easily accessible via the Hokuriku Shinkansen and expressways, and many families combine the program with a summer trip or a visit home. We are happy to help with accommodation as well.

Is the program only for current ISN students?

Not at all — external participants are very welcome. Learning alongside current ISN students in our inclusion-style format is at the heart of the program.

Are places first-come, first-served?

No. After each application period closes, the office reviews all applications and sends Notices of Acceptance in turn. Sessions that reach capacity in the first round will not hold a second round.

For any other questions, please contact the Nagano Campus office (nagano@isnedu.org).

— Coming Soon

Details for 2027
Are in Preparation

For the Nagano Campus Summer School,
we will announce dates, fees and capacity
via ISN’s Official LINE and website as soon as they are confirmed.

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