Tokyo YMCA International School

What sets TYIS apart from other schools is our unique combination of affordable, high-quality education, a global YMCA community, our commitment to service and our strong focus on STEM and multilingual development. At TYIS, we offer a rigorous curriculum, including prestigious AP classes, designed to give students the academic foundation needed to excel at top universities worldwide. Our approach is simple: We attract and retain the best educators, continually update our curriculum based on the latest research and data, and focus on removing any barriers to student success.
Additionally, we offer an immersive English-language environment, enabling students to develop fluency and confidence naturally. Our strong multilingual programs foster bilingual or multilingual abilities, equipping students with essential skills to thrive in a globalized world.
Finally, our vast, worldwide YMCA network connects us to a global community of staff and facilities, fostering a supportive and collaborative environment where students, parents and educators have options not available to other schools.
In essence, TYIS isn’t just a school — it’s a worldwide community committed to nurturing tomorrow’s leaders with the tools, values and experiences to succeed both academically and in life.

As our school continues to grow, we are excited to watch our graduates pursue their academic and career goals at universities that best fit their interests and aspirations. While we are still in the early stages as a secondary school and haven’t yet had our first graduating class, our academic program is built on proven, evidence-based methods and is guided by experienced educators who have a track record of helping students gain admission to top universities worldwide.
A key part of our college and career readiness strategy is our IGP (Individual Graduation Planning) program, which begins as early as Grade 8. Through the IGP process, we meet regularly with students and their families each year to create and refine personalized academic pathways that align with their university and career goals. This proactive, student-centered approach ensures that every learner is supported in reaching the school of their choice and is well-prepared for life beyond graduation.

As a parent, selecting the right school for your child is a crucial decision impacting their future. Tokyo YMCA International School provides the TYIS EDGE, an approach designed to prepare students for lifelong success through excellence, diversity, global community and service, and accessible education. This system fosters a well-rounded, inclusive environment that empowers every student academically, socially and personally.
TYIS is WASC-accredited, ensuring adherence to high educational standards with prestigious curricula like Common Core and Advanced Placement. Our STEM-focused learning promotes critical thinking, readying students for top universities globally.
Diversity is integral at TYIS, where multicultural interactions enrich the learning experience and nurture open-mindedness and global awareness. Families join a vibrant YMCA community, fostering collaboration, support and lifelong friendships.
Our ASK (Academic Support for Kids) program provides tailored support for ESL and ELL students, ensuring academic success. By creating an immersive English environment, students naturally develop fluency and confidence, while our strong language programs support bilingual development.
At TYIS, we prepare students not just for university, but for a dynamic global future, instilling in them the values of the YMCA community for life.