Early Years & KG English Teacher

Kyoto International School (KIS) has been serving the beautiful city of Kyoto since 1957. The school is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and the International Baccalaureate (IB). The school is known for its inclusive sense of community and personalized learning for every student. As a not-for-profit school, KIS can channel all our resources into effective learning and developing students who thrive in positively influencing the global community.

Our Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten program is available for students from 4 to 6 years of age. We use the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IBPYP) to frame our program, aiming to encourage children to develop a love of learning. We believe that children are active, competent, curious, intelligent, expressive, and compassionate. These fundamental beliefs inform all of our interactions and engagements with children. The ultimate goal is to allow space for the child to construct his or her powers of thinking through all of their expressive, communicative, and cognitive languages.

We believe a play-based approach is essential for young children’s cognitive, social, emotional, physical, and brain development. Through play, children construct meaning and define themselves as members of a learning community. Through play-based learning, young learners develop by collaborating, making judgments, learning how to learn, and becoming increasingly autonomous with the support of involved educators who understand the educational potential of play. They also begin to develop the academic skills necessary to succeed.

Our Vision:

Inspiring active learners developing global citizens.

Our Mission:

In our community, we foster passionate, collaborative, and internationally minded individuals through an engaging and supportive education.