Admission Process

Thank you for considering Aichi International School for your child’s education.

Applications Now Open for 2025 & 2026!

★ We are currently accepting applications for both the current academic year and for 2026.

★ We are now accepting applications for the new school year starting in April 2026, as well as for mid-year admissions. Applications for new Grade 1 students starting in April 2026 will open on September 22.

★ Applications for the 2025-2026 school year will remain open until all places are filled.

★ For more information, you can contact the AIS office at 052-788-2255.

★ You are also welcome to schedule a personalized school visit at a time that is most convenient for you. You can contact AIS to book a visit at 052-788-2255 or admin@aisnagoya.net for more information.

【Application Period】

Application Schedule for April 2026 Enrollment

Grade Application Period Testing / Details
Kindergarten Applications open from September 1, 2025 Once the application form has been reviewed by the school, families will be notified of acceptance.
Grade 1 September 22 – October 10, 2025 Test period: October 20 – October 24, 2025
After the application period ends, families will be informed of their test time.
Test includes an interview/speaking test and written test in English and Japanese.
Grade 2 and above Applications open from September 1, 2025 Once the application form has been reviewed by the school, families will be notified of acceptance.

Rolling Admissions (Mid-Year Transfers)

Grade Application Period Details
Any grade Applications accepted as long as spaces are available If no spaces are available, applicants will be placed on a waiting list.
Once the application form has been reviewed by the school, families will be notified of acceptance.
School visits or online visits can also be arranged if needed.

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Applicants for admission to Aichi International School must provide evidence that they are physically and emotionally fit, of good moral character, and academically capable. All applicants must:

  • complete AIS application procedures;
  • not have been suspended or expelled from school within the past twelve months;
  • have acceptable conduct, grades and work habits;
  • agree to comply with all school and parental policies. Please read AIS Parents Rules

★ Fill out an application form here, or contact AIS at 052-788-2255 or admin@aisnagoya.net for more information.

The AIS school year runs from April through to March, with a one-month summer vacation in August and a two-week winter vacation in December and January, and a two-week vacation in March. The school year is divided into three terms: the first term runs from April to July; the second term runs from September to December; and the third term runs from January to March.

Students may join AIS anytime during the school year; however, entry to each grade is determined by the child’s age as of April 2nd.

Please contact our office [admin@aisnagoya.net] so that we could assist you in getting started with the application process.

Admission Policy

Aichi International School admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all rights, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school.

Class Capacity and Availability

Availability by class/grade for the school year April 2025-March 2026 (as of April 2025)

【Kindergarten】

Class Capacity Availability
Turtle (3-years-old 12 Few spots left – apply soon
Dolphin (4-years-old) 12 Few spots left – apply soon
Orca (5-years-old) 12 Full – waiting list only

【Elementary School】

Grade Capacity Availability
Grade 1 18 Few spots left – apply soon
Grade 2 18 Full – waiting list only
Grade 3 18 Few spots left – apply soon
Grade 4 18 Few spots left – apply soon
Grade 5 18 Few spots left – apply soon
Grade 6 18 Few spots left – apply soon