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Columbia International School (Tokorozawa)
Canadian Ontario OSSD school in Tokorozawa, Saitama (within Tokyo expat catchment).
Curriculum
Canadian, Ontario OSSD
Fees, annual
USD 1775–2097k
Ages
5 to 18
Pupils
~500
Founded
1988
Fees
| Fee | Age | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kindergarten 1 - Kindergarten 3 | 3 | Annual | $1,774,500 |
| Grade 1 - Grade 5 | 6 | Annual | $2,022,000 |
| Grade 6 - Grade 12 | 11 | Annual | $2,097,000 |
| Application Fee | One-time | $25,000 | |
| Entrance Fee | One-time | $210,000 |
Reviews
- Parents and alumni describe a small Ontario-curriculum school outside Tokyo, around 245 students with average class size of 16, accredited by the Ontario Ministry and WASC.
- The community signal is consistent: one parent described an environment where "students' nationalities and differences are accepted and encouraged" and everyone is made to feel at home.
- A long-tenured parent of 12 years credited good sport teams, friendly cross-grade interaction and good teachers. Another parent said their child has thrived and credited the Canadian curriculum and "dedicated" teaching staff.
- A teacher voice recommended the school to job-seekers but flagged that compensation has slipped with yen depreciation, which is a workforce signal rather than a parent signal but a real factor given turnover risk.
- The school positions students for direct progression to Ontario universities via the OSSD, which is the headline academic pathway parents reference.
Head of school
Barrie McCliggott
Barrie McCliggott has been the Principal at Columbia International School since 1995. He holds a B.A. Honours from the University of Victoria, a B.Ed. from the University of Ottawa, and an M.Ed. from the University of New England. He has extensive experience in both Canada and Japan, focusing on enhancing educational practices and student outcomes.
Accreditations
- Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) 01