Greeting from the Head of Campus

Kenneth Nicolaysen

Head of ISN Nakano Campus

Hello there!

Thank you for taking the time to visit our school and learn more about what we offer. My name is Kenneth Nicolaysen, and I am thrilled to be the head of Nakano campus at the International School of Nagano.

Initially, I started as a teacher for our Nursery class, but as of the start of our 2023 school year, I took on the role of head of the Nagano campus. It’s been quite a journey seeing how we’ve grown over the years, starting with just a few students and now having a bustling community of learners. It’s been an exciting time to be a part of this school, and I’m honored to have witnessed its evolution firsthand.

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Incorporating fun activities and games into the learning process can enhance engagement and retention of information. Having fun while learning also promotes creativity and innovation, allowing individuals to explore and develop their unique interests and talents.

Our teachers prioritize creating a fun and joyful learning environment for all their students. When learning English feels like work, students quickly lose interest. We aim to make speaking English at school a natural part of communication with teachers and friends rather than something they must actively consider. This approach helps students stay engaged and motivated to learn, leading to a stress-free and enjoyable time at school.

Learning English can be a blast, especially for our young learners who get to sing and dance their way to fluency! We ensure all lessons and activities are conducted in English to give students and teachers ample opportunities to practice the phrases and vocabulary they’re working on.

Our school is dedicated to providing a fun and nurturing environment for our students, and we would be honored to have you join our community. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or want to schedule a tour. We look forward to hearing from you soon!

Timetable

MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday
08:30 – 09:40Reception
09:30 – 10:30Morning Circle Time
09:30 – 10:30Inquiry TimePhonicsGym lessonPark visitInquiry Time
10:30 – 11:30PhonicsOutside playInquiry TimePark visitOutside play
11:30 – 13:00Lunch and recess
13:00 – 14:35Swimming lessonNap time
14:30 – 15:15Japanese MathJapanese MathJapanese MathJapanese MathProject/Club activity
15:20 – 15:40Afternoon Circle time

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 2024 – 2025
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: JPY44,000 per Month
3-Year-Old Class and Older: JPY25,000 per Month
End of Previous MonthAdmission is possible from the month after the child’s 2nd birthday. The tuition for the 3-year-old class mentioned here reflects the amount if utilizing the monthly JPY37,000 exemption under the Free Early Childhood Education and Childcare program. If the conditions for the exemption are not met, the fee for the 3-year-old class will be JPY62,000 under the 2024 special discount rate.
T-Shirt
Sweatshirt
JPY3,800
JPY4,500
HatJPY1,600
Extended Childcare FeeJPY7,000 per Month
JPY7,000 per Session
End of 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 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 Previous MonthAdvance registration is required.
Facility FeeJPY125,000 per YearOnce a Year, in March of 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 Number: 0269-38-1229

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
If 2 or more siblings are enrolled in ISN ElementaryTuition Fee 10% DiscountTuition Fee 15% Discount
Facility Fee (Preschool),
Facility Maintenance and System Management Fee (Elementary)
Discount AvailableDiscount Available

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