Highlights
- First British boarding ethos in Japan
- Unrivalled focus on character growth
- Enrichment via diverse global connections
Overview
Rugby School Japan (RSJ) is located in Kashiwanoha, a designated education, Innovation and entrepreneurial hub within the greater Tokyo district, Japan.
Opened in September 2023, Rugby School Japan is the second international school founded by the prestigious Rugby School group. The school is a co-educational, day and boarding school for pupils ages 11-18 years. It offers an authentic British School experience whilst embracing the advantages of being based in Japan.
The Rugby Learner Profile is a set of guidelines for our pupils. We encourage them to be Enquiring, Communicative & Collaborative, Globally Minded, Versatile, Reflective and Resilient. A Rugbeian student is encouraged to be kind and inclusive, grounded and authentic, courageous and not afraid of failure, curious and ready to ask ‘What next?’. Our ethos is ‘The Whole Person, The Whole Point’.
The facilities on the 10 acre single campus are exceptional. The purpose-built, fully WiFi and ICT networked school is located close to the University of Chiba and the University of Tokyo (Kashiwanoha Campus). Students can use 12 bespoke science laboratories, extensive music faculty, dance studio, black box theatre, art, design and technology and textile studios, library and traditional classrooms as well as the indoor swimming pool (25m), large air-conditioned Sports Hall, outdoor tennis courts and soccer/rugby pitches. A medical centre with well qualified Nurses is on site to take care of students.
All pupils and teachers in the School are members of a House (a community of about 70 day and boarding students) which plays a vital role in establishing and maintaining a strong school spirit and enabling leadership opportunities. The Houses are named after Houses in Rugby School UK and provide leadership, mentoring and teamwork opportunities. Weekly House sports and other House events including House Music are arranged as part of a busy programme.
- from 11
- to 18 years old
Co-Education
from 5,000,000 to 8,200,000 JPY
Founded in 2023
26 different nationalities
306 students
Academics
Rugby School Japan is an academically selective school with pupils from 15 countries. We offer the British curriculum preparing students for I/GCSEs, AS and A levels. Pupils are taught in English as the medium of instruction so all pupils are expected to have a level of English which allows them to access the curriculum. We pride ourselves on providing an education that is not only academically challenging but also seeks to develop the whole student. As an Apple School, our pupils use iPads until Year 10 and then they may use laptops from Years 11-13.
RSJ first IGCSE examination results will be published in August 2024. Our first A-level results will be published in August 2025.
RSJ is presently completing accreditation for COBIS and FOBISIA. We are members of the BSA and ABSA. RSJ has almost 40 highly qualified teachers primarily from the UK. Our experienced language teachers include native language speakers from Japan and France.
The School is divided into the following sections – the Lower Years consists of students in Years 7-9 (ages 11-14 years), the Middle Years for students in Years 10-11 (ages 14-16 years), follow the IGCSE programme. Our final two years – Years 12-13 (‘Sixth Form’), aged 16-18 years, who follow the A Level programme.
Curriculum
Examinations
Language of instruction
Foreign languages taught
Accreditations
Examination Boards: Cambridge (CIE), AQA, AQA-Oxford, Pearson-Edexcel
Tuition Fees for 2026
Learn more about Rugby School Japan tuition fees for 2026, including general fee details, boarding fees, and available scholarships.
Annual tuition fees
Annual tuition fees at Rugby School Japan range from JPY 5,000,000 to JPY 8,200,000, depending on the student's grade level and program.
Boarding school tuition
The annual School Fee consists of:Tuition Fee (The same for Day and Boarding Students)Boarding Fee (an additional charge only for Boarding Students: 5 days or 7 days)School Meals (All meals: 5 days or 7 days)Annual Facility Maintenance FeeA discount is available if a full year fees are paid in advance. Additional Fees 'one off' fees:Application FeeEnrolment Fee (a one off fee upon enrolling into the school)School Development Fee (a one off fee upon enrolling into the school)Uniform costiPad / Digital Device
Scholarships
Building on Rugby School UK’s long-standing tradition of excellence, RSJ offers a range of Scholarship Awards recognising pupils who demonstrate exceptional talent or ability in their chosen field. Open to all—regardless of financial background—these awards grant recipients access to outstanding teaching, world-class facilities, and the RSJ Scholars’ Programme, which includes mentoring and dedicated academic support. Scholarships are held for the duration of a pupil’s time at RSJ, subject to annual review, and are available across Academic, Expressive and Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Sport, and All-Rounder categories.
Facilities
In addition to regular classrooms, RSJ pupils enjoy access to a wide range of international-standard learning and co-curricular facilities. These include state-of-the-art science laboratories, visual art studios and gallery spaces, design and technology rooms, a medical centre, and a lecture theatre. Pupils also benefit from a 25-metre indoor swimming pool, Blackbox Theatre, Harlequin-floor dance studio, debate room, Sixth Form Centre, library, cafeteria, reading rooms, music rooms and recording studios, gymnasium, rugby and soccer fields, tennis courts, multi-purpose courts, dining hall, and common rooms.
Campus Facilities
Things to know
Enrollment phase
Rugby School Japan welcome applications throughout the year. The school year commences in September and ends in July.
Minimum Enrollment Duration
This school requires a minimum enrollment of 12 months, ensuring students have adequate time to benefit from the curriculum and educational experience.
Student Community
Rugby School Japan welcomes a vibrant community of 306 students representing 26 different nationalities.
Health & safety
Rugby School Japan is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The School’s‘Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy’ is available on the website. Health and Safety is given the highest priority and the school complies with Japanese Health and Safety as well as UK recommended Health and Safety guidelines.
Uniform
Students are required to wear school uniforms.
Student-teacher ratio
1:7
Special needs
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How much does it cost to attend Rugby School Japan?
Tuition fees for Rugby School Japan range from 5000000 to 8200000 JPY per year depending on the student’s grade and chosen program.
Does Rugby School Japan offer scholarship programs for the year 2026?
Building on Rugby School UK’s long-standing tradition of excellence, RSJ offers a range of Scholarship Awards recognising pupils who demonstrate exceptional talent or ability in their chosen field. Open to all—regardless of financial background—these awards grant recipients access to outstanding teaching, world-class facilities, and the RSJ Scholars’ Programme, which includes mentoring and dedicated academic support. Scholarships are held for the duration of a pupil’s time at RSJ, subject to annual review, and are available across Academic, Expressive and Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Sport, and All-Rounder categories.
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- Address: Rugby School Japan, 277-0882,Chiba,6-2-5 Kashiwanoha, Kashiwa City, Chiba 277-0882
