Montessori+ & Cambridge-Certified International School in Tokyo & Chiba

Chuo International School | Montessori+ School of Art & Science

Who we Are

Chuo International School offers a distinctive Montessori+ education combined with the globally recognized Cambridge Curriculum, providing a strong academic foundation for international education. Serving families in Tokyo and Chiba, CIS delivers an English-immersive learning environment that fosters academic excellence, critical thinking, creativity, and real-world skills. Our program prepares students for success in elementary school and beyond while nurturing confidence, curiosity, and a global mindset.

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Why Choose
Chuo International School?

At CIS, education goes beyond academics—we nurture the whole child through our Montessori+ and Cambridge-certified curriculum. Students develop strong academic foundations, communication skills, and global awareness in a caring, fully English environment with small class sizes and expert teachers.

Our curriculum helps students develop:

Strong academic foundations in literacy, numeracy, and science

Communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills

Cultural understanding and global citizenship

Independence, leadership, and responsibility

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Education is a natural process carried out by the child and is not acquired by listening to words but by experiences in the environment.

- Maria Montessori

Founder of the Montessori Teaching Method

Our Programs

K1 - K3 | Ages 3 - 6

Kindergarten

A joyful introduction to school life. Children explore early literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional skills through hands-on Montessori+ activities that spark curiosity and confidence.

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G1 - G3 | Ages 6 - 9

Lower
Elementary

Students develop core academic and creative skills, balancing structured learning with imagination in our Montessori+ and Cambridge frameworks.

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G4 - G6 | Ages 9 - 12

Upper Elementary

Leadership, inquiry, and confidence flourish as students deepen understanding across subjects and prepare for middle school with internationally recognized learning outcomes.

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Ages 3 - 12

Afterschool Program

Families in Tokyo and Chiba often seek safe, engaging, English-based after-school options. Our programs combine academics, arts, music, sports, and STEM activities, helping students build confidence, teamwork, and creativity.

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Student Life & Daily Routine

At CIS, every day is balanced with academics, co-curricular learning, movement, and guided reflection. Cultural programs, service-learning, and creative arts help students develop empathy, resilience, and a global perspective.

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Scholarships & Opportunities

We offer limited scholarships for families interested in a Montessori+ international education in Tokyo and Chiba. Support your child’s growth and curiosity in a thoughtfully designed learning environment.

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