International School of Nagano Shimauchi Campus

International School of Nagano (ISN) Shimauchi Campus is one of the IB-accredited preschool campuses in the ISN network, serving young children ages 3 to 6 in the Matsumoto area of Nagano Prefecture. As an International Baccalaureate World School authorized for the IB Primary Years Programme, the Shimauchi Campus delivers inquiry-based early childhood education in an English immersion environment. The campus is part of ISN broader network spanning Matsumoto, Nagano City, Nakano, and Saku, bringing internationally recognized education to families throughout Nagano Prefecture. ISN Shimauchi focuses specifically on the critical preschool years, nurturing young learners natural curiosity and love of learning through play-based, inquiry-driven activities conducted entirely in English. The school philosophy connects children to Nagano distinctive natural environment and local culture while preparing them as globally minded individuals. Shimauchi Campus families include remote workers who have relocated to Nagano from Tokyo and other urban centers, international professionals, and locally based Japanese families seeking bilingual education. The campus maintains small class sizes and employs experienced early childhood educators who create warm, stimulating learning environments. ISN network-wide approach ensures curriculum consistency and quality across all locations.