Greetings from the Head of Campus

Alex Robinson

Head of ISN Nagano Campus

Hello, my name is Alex Robinson. I am the Head of Campus at the International School of Nagano—Nagano Campus. I am thrilled to welcome parents and students into a perfect environment that embraces outdoor play and real-world learning opportunities. It is a delight to be part of a community where the environment naturally supports an open mindset and growth. I am deeply committed to fostering a welcoming, encouraging, and supportive learning experience for every student. My goal is to ensure that each child feels valued and responsible for reaching their full potential.

READ MORE

At ISN students are guided to learn and build multidisciplinary skills through an inquiry-based curriculum that encourages communication, curiosity, and confidence. Here, students become strong lifelong learners, who grow from important parts of the school to invaluable members of the greater community. 

I have 20 years of experience in education across all levels and various backgrounds and nationalities. I have a thorough understanding of how people learn and grow throughout their educational journey.I am excited to collaborate with teachers, students, and parents to create a dynamic educational experience. Together, we can inspire our students to become lifelong learners and compassionate global citizens.

Timetable

Below is an example of a weekly timetable of the 5-year-old (Milky Way) class (School Year 2025-2026).

MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday
07:30 – 09:20Reception / IB time(free play, centers, craft) / Clean up time
09:30 – 10:00Morning Circle Time / Tea break
10:00 – 11:40
10:55 – 11:35
UOI
UOI
Free Play
Centers
Craft
Park
Dance
Leave school
10:15

Lesson
10:40-11:10

Arrive school
11:40
UOI
Free Play
Centers
Craft
Park
Music
9:15-9:45


UOI
Free Play
Centers
Craft
Park
UOI
Free Play
Centers
Craft
Park
11:40 – 13:00Lunch, clean up, free play
13:00 – 14:00ReadingWritingReadingSwimming
(Bi-weekly)

Leave school
13:00

Lesson
13:30-14:00

Arrive school
14:30
UOI
Free Play
Centers
Craft
Park
etc


Japanese
13:30-14:00
Phonics
14:00 – 15:00UOI
Free Play
Centers
Craft
Park
UOI
Free Play
Centers
Craft
Park
UOI
Free Play
Centers
Craft
Park
UOI
Free Play
Centers
Craft
Park
UOI
Free Play
Centers
Craft
Park
15:00 – 15:15Snack time
15:20 – 15:45Afternoon Circle Time: Story / Developmental goals / Best students / Songs

Extracurricular Activities

Spring

April

  • Welcome Ceremony
  • Observation Day
  • Spring Festival

May

  • Class Photoshoot

June

  • Observation Day
  • School Open Day

Summer

July

  • Bus Trip
  • Summer School
  • P.E. Lesson Observation Day

August

  • Afternoon Circle Observation Day
  • Play Date
  • Science Fair

September

  • Sports Festival
  • Dance Lesson Observation Day
  • IB Workshop for Parents

Autumn

October

  • Autumn Festival
  • Parent-Teacher Conferences
  • Security Drill
  • Bus Trip
  • Halloween Party

November

December

  • Christmas Show
  • Puppet Show

Winter

January

  • Swimming Lesson Observation Day

February

  • IB Workshop for Parents
  • Music Concert
  • Tennis Lesson Observation Day

March

  • Graduation Ceremony

Staff

Admissions

School Fees

Preschool 2026 – 2027
CategoryCostPayment TimeNotes
Entrance Fee2-Year-Old Class: JPY35,000
3-Year-Old Class and Older: JPY150,000
During the Admission ProcessIncludes facility fee for the first year.
Tuition Fee2-Year-Old Class: JPY70,000 per Month
3-Year-Old Class and Older: JPY88,000 per Month
End of the Previous MonthAdmission is possible from the day after the child’s 2nd birthday. For children in the 3-year-old to 5-year-old classes, kindergarten tuition subsidy applies, with a maximum exemption amount of JPY37,000 per month. From 2025, the 2-year-old class tuition will be JPY70,000 per month.
T-Shirt
Sweatshirt:
Half-zipped
Full-zipped
JPY3,800

JPY5,500
JPY6,000
HatJPY1,600
Extended Childcare FeeJPY7,000 per Month
JPY7,000 per Session
End of the Previous Month
As Needed
Advance registration is required by the end of the previous month. For one-time use, registration is not required.
School Lunch FeeJPY9,000 per MonthEnd of the Previous MonthIf a student brings their own lunch due to allergies or other circumstances, a school lunch management fee of JPY4,000 will be charged.
Emergency Extended Childcare FeeJPY1,000 per 10 MinutesAs NeededPlease adhere to the designated pick-up time.
Shuttle Bus FeeJPY9,000 per MonthEnd of the Previous MonthAdvance registration is required.
Facility FeeJPY125,000 per YearOnce a Year, in March of the Previous YearFrom the second year after enrollment.
  • The above fees are subject to change without prior notice. Event participation fees will be collected separately during the event periods throughout the year. At ISN, we kindly request parents’ cooperation with tasks and contributions of supplies on a voluntary basis. Thank you for your understanding.

Admission Procedure

1. Enrollment policy

ISN Preschool, Elementary and Middle School accept children aged 2 to 14 for admission without discrimination based on gender, race, religion, or nationality. Children requiring special accommodation may be admitted if the school determines that it can sufficiently support their development and that they can integrate successfully into the school environment without issues for other students.

2. Orientation

For admission inquiries, please contact each campus directly. Orientation visits can be arranged on weekdays, at 9:30AM or at 3:15PM (reservation is required). Visits include a 30 minute Classroom tour and a 30 minute Explanation/Q&A session.

Contact Information: 026-217-7166

3. Capacity

2-Year-Old Class:
2 classes, 12 students per class (1 homeroom teacher + 1 assistant teacher per class)

3-Year-Old Class:
1 class, 20 students (1 homeroom teacher + 1 assistant teacher)

4-Year-Old Class:
1 class, approximately 25 students (1 homeroom teacher + 1 assistant teacher)

5-Year-Old Class:
1 class, approximately 25 students (1 homeroom teacher + 1 assistant teacher)

4. Hours

Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Holidays: Saturdays, Sundays, public holidays, Summer holidays, New Year holidays.

5. Application Form Submission

Application Period
From September 1 to September 15. Applications will close once the maximum number of applicants is reached.

Please fill out the admission application form specifically prepared by the school for Category 1 Certification and submit it to the school.

  1. Submit the admission application form (submissions by mail are also accepted).
    If the maximum capacity is reached on the application day, subsequent applications will be placed on the waiting list, subject to availability.
  2. A notice for payment of the admission registration fee will be sent by mail. Once the payment is confirmed, an admission approval letter will be mailed.
  3. Admission materials (school handbook, annual event schedule, etc.) will be sent around February 2025.

If the number of applications during the application period exceeds the available slots, selection will be made according to school regulations:

  1. The child’s siblings are already enrolled at ISN.
  2. One or both parents use English as part of daily communication at home.

6. Payment Method

We kindly request that childcare fees, English program fees, and other costs be paid via automatic withdrawal from your account each month. The withdrawal will occur on the 28th of the preceding month (or the next business day if the 28th falls on a weekend or holiday).

7. Waiting List

If a spot becomes available, the parents on the waiting list will be contacted first.

Sibling Discount

When siblings attend ISN, the following discounts apply to tuition fees for the second and subsequent children. Please note that families benefiting from special campaign pricing are not eligible for the sibling discount. Additionally, the sibling discount does not apply to costs other than tuition and facility/system management fees.

Second ChildThird Child Onwards
If 2 or more siblings are enrolled in ISN PreschoolTuition Fee 30% DiscountTuition Fee 40% Discount
If siblings are enrolled in ISN Elementary and PreschoolTuition Fee 15% DiscountTuition Fee 20% Discount
Facility FeeDiscount AvailableDiscount Available

Instagram

Contact

Address〒381-0033 Nagano Prefecture, Nagano City, Minami Takada 2-5-6
Phone Number026-217-7166
Student AgeAge 3 – 6
Facility TypeNon-Certified Childcare Facility (Eligible for Free Early Childhood Education)
Company in ChargeWIP, LLC

TOP / Nagano Campus Preschool