Gregg International School at a glance
| Curriculum | English-medium, US-based (American) curriculum |
|---|---|
| Exam boards | Not an external exam centre; prepares for onward schools |
| Stages | Early years to primary (around age 2 to 12, K3 to Grade 6) |
| Founded | 1986 |
| Accreditation | not published |
| Fee band | Mid (Tokyo) |
| Campus area | Jiyugaoka, Meguro, Tokyo |
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Curriculum and academics
Gregg International School delivers an English-medium programme based on a US (American) curriculum, covering core subjects such as mathematics, reading, writing, science and social studies, supported by art, drama, music, physical education and computing. It runs a continuous early years to primary path, roughly from age two through to the end of Grade 6, for a young cohort in an English speaking environment. The school grew out of the Gregg organisation, an English language school established in Tokyo in 1964, with the international school itself founded in 1986.
The small scale is central to how the school works: classes are intimate, teachers know every child, and the emphasis is on a settled, nurturing start to formal education rather than a large campus with extensive senior facilities. For a young child, the quality of the early foundation often matters more than the size of the site, and an English speaking primary start can be especially valuable for families who expect to move between countries. Our guide to the American curriculum explains how US-based programmes are structured and what the later stages look like, which helps when mapping the path beyond primary.
Because the school concentrates on the younger years, families plan the move to a secondary school in good time, and many transition to larger international schools in Tokyo. Knowing the staff well and being able to raise questions easily is harder at a large all-through school, which is part of the appeal here; the trade off is fewer specialist senior facilities, which is why the onward move is planned during the primary years.
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Gregg International School fees
Gregg International School fees sit in the mid band for Tokyo. As a smaller primary focused school, the fee structure is usually simpler than at large all-through campuses, but families should still budget for charges beyond the headline tuition.
- Registration and application: a one-off charge when you apply.
- Annual tuition: billed per year, often by term.
- Extras: lunch, materials, uniform where required and activities.
For a wider view of how Tokyo schools compare on price, see our guide to international school fees in Tokyo, which breaks the market into low, mid and premium tiers. Ask the school how fees are structured across terms and what is included, since smaller schools sometimes bundle materials and activities differently from larger campuses. We do not quote exact figures here because the school sets them and revises them periodically.
Admissions
Entry runs through the year, subject to space in the relevant class, which suits families relocating to Tokyo outside the usual start of the school year. The admissions process for a young child typically centres on a visit, a short settling assessment and a conversation with parents about the child's background and needs.
A visit is the best way to judge whether a small, close knit setting suits your child, since the atmosphere and the relationship with staff are central to what the school offers. Because classes are small, popular age groups can fill, so it is worth contacting the school early to check current availability and to register interest for a future place if the year you need is full.
Location and who goes there
The school is in the Jiyugaoka area, in the Meguro ward of Tokyo, a popular, leafy district on the city's south west side known for its cafes, boutiques and family friendly feel. The area is well served by several private rail lines, parks and amenities, which makes the daily commute manageable for the young children the school serves.
The community is international with a mix of overseas and local families who value an English speaking primary start. Jiyugaoka combines residential calm with quick access to central Tokyo, which appeals to families who want a community feel without giving up the conveniences of the city. For a fuller picture of neighbourhoods and the wider schooling landscape, our Tokyo city guide shows where expatriate families settle.
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Frequently asked questions
How much are Gregg International School fees?
Gregg International School fees sit in the mid band for Tokyo. Expect annual tuition plus a one-off registration charge and some extras. The school publishes current figures on request.
What curriculum does Gregg International School follow?
It teaches an English-medium, US-based (American) curriculum across the early years and primary stages, covering the usual core and enrichment subjects.
What ages does Gregg International School take?
It serves young children from around age two to twelve, on a continuous early years to Grade 6 path. Families plan the move to a secondary school after primary.
Is Gregg International School an all-through school?
No. It concentrates on the early years and primary stages, so families arrange a secondary school place in good time.
When can my child start at Gregg International School?
Entry runs through the year subject to space in each class, which suits mid-year relocations. Contact the school to check current availability.
