Our School
Camelot International School provides students with a creative and comfortable learning atmosphere in a cosy learning environment with small class sizes.
The school was founded in September 2014, starting as a primary school with only 6 students who were across different grade levels and English proficiency levels. Even under these conditions, guided by our core mission to build a solid academic foundation, we dedicated ourselves as a multi-age primary school to enabling every student to reach grade-level standards strictly in English.
Throughout our founding year and for approximately nine years following, many of our students studied under customized schedules distinct from their peers to elevate their academic standard—schedules that were reviewed and updated every term. Over the past two years, our students' academic levels have stabilized, finally allowing them to learn together following unified, class-wide timetables.
As we already had older students enrolled in our early days, we established our lower secondary division in September 2017 alongside a small cohort of students. Our upper secondary division followed with the introduction of the IGCSE Programme in September 2019 and the GCE A-Level Programme in September 2021. As an accredited Cambridge International School—still a rarity in Japan—we have grown into an institution that opens doors to higher education at universities both in Japan and around the world.
As such, our school now provides a complete educational pathway from Grade 1 to Grade 12 (UK/British System: Year 2 to 13 equivalent).*
*Please note: Our school does not offer a kindergarten class (equivalent to British Year 1).
Although we remain a compact school situated in the metropolis of Tokyo, we have grown steadily and consistently. For the 2026–2027 school year, our total enrollment has reached 85 students, supported by a faculty and staff of nearly 20 members—growing nearly tenfold since our inception. Yet, since our founding, our commitment to a learner-centered approach—aiming to further develop each student's strengths while fully supporting them to overcome their challenges—remains completely unchanged.
Inclusive School Environment
A school must first be a safe and comfortable place for any student to learn. We value the construction of an inclusive school environment where all members of the school community have mutual respect towards each other.
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Students, teachers, staff, and administrators alike should feel valued, respected, and heard, regardless of their backgrounds, abilities, or identities. In our pursuit of an inclusive school, we recognize that embracing diverse perspectives, cultures, and experiences enriches the learning journey, broadens horizons, and successfully prepares students to venture out into a globalized world.
Small Class Sizes
Our commitment to a small class environment with an average of 12 students per grade and a student-faculty ratio of 6:1 is driven by our belief that personalized attention is fundamental to fostering academic excellence and overall growth in our students.
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In such an intimate setting, our dedicated and experienced teachers can truly understand each student's unique strengths and challenges. This personalized approach allows us to tailor our teaching methods to cater to individual needs, ensuring that no student is left behind and that every student reaches their full potential.
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As an educational institution, we continuously invest in maintaining this ideal class size to ensure that every student benefits from an exceptional and tailored education. We prioritize quality over quantity, as we firmly believe that providing the necessary attention and support to each student is essential for their success both in academics and in life.
Beyond Academics
We expect students to be more than "book smart" individuals. Beyond academics, we place a strong emphasis on building social skills and emotional intelligence, as we consider them to be essential skills for overall personal growth and success in life.
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Our role is to empower students with the tools they need to navigate the complexities of the modern world and continue growing into well-rounded, independent individuals long after they graduate from Camelot. We take pride in knowing that our students not only achieve outstanding academic results, but also develop into confident, independent individuals equipped with the skills and knowledge to excel in an ever-changing world.
Access
Camelot International School is located in Itabashi Ward, Tokyo, offering convenient access from the city center.
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Our school consists of two main facilities: the Main Building (Grades 1–8 / Years 2–9) and the Annex (Grades 9–12 / Years 10–13). Both buildings are located near Kotake-mukaihara Station, which is just one stop from Ikebukuro Station via rapid train (three stops via local train) and two stops from Nerima Station on the Seibu Ikebukuro Line.
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The station offers excellent connectivity via the Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line, Yurakucho Line, and the Seibu Ikebukuro Line.
Prospective Summary of School Features for 2026-2027
School Year
The school year starts on August 31, 2026 and ends on June 30, 2027 (180 school days)
Term 1 September 2026 to December 2026
Term 2 January 2027 to March 2027
Term 3 April 2027 to June 2027
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School Hours
Doors open at 8:30 / Doors close at 17:00
Primary School 9:20 - 15:35 (9:20 - 14:40 on Fridays)
Lower Secondary School 9:10 - 15:50
Upper Secondary School 9:05 - 15:50