We are
Chuo International School –
Montessori+ School of Art & Science
At CIS, we believe in nurturing confident, compassionate, and curious learners who are ready to lead in a global community. With campuses in Tokyo (Chuo-ku) and Shin-Urayasu (Urayasu-shi, Chiba), we offer a warm and inclusive learning environment that combines international education with Japanese values of respect and community.
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Our Mission
Our mission is to provide a Montessori+ education enriched by the Cambridge International framework and the SDGs. We nurture curiosity, creativity, and resilience while guiding students to apply learning thoughtfully and ethically, cultivating each child’s potential in a community that is inclusive, supportive, and globally responsible.
Our History
Founded in 2016 in Tokyo, Sunshine Kids Academy began as a small international preschool. The Tokyo campus opened formally in 2020, followed by the Shin-Urayasu campus in 2021. In 2024, the Tokyo campus relocated to VORT Shintomicho. In 2025, the school launched its Lower Elementary pilot program, expanded extracurricular offerings, and continues to grow with a Montessori approach supported by a Cambridge-aligned curriculum and a strong SDG focus.
Our Core Values
Our core values shape every aspect of our community and educational approach. We emphasize integrity, respect, innovation, community, sustainability, and empathy, ensuring that our students grow into responsible and compassionate leaders.
Integrity
Upholding honesty and strong moral principles in all actions.
Community
Building collaborative relationships within and beyond our school walls.
Respect
Valuing diverse cultures, identities, and perspectives.
Sustainability
Promoting responsible use of resources and awareness of environmental impacts.
Innovation
Encouraging creativity and forward-thinking solutions.
Empathy
Developing compassion and understanding towards others.
Our Commitment to the SDGs
CIS proudly integrates the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into our daily learning. From environmental stewardship to social equity, students connect classroom lessons to real-world action — learning what it means to be responsible global citizens.
