Tokyo Gakugei University International Secondary School

Tokyo Gakugei University International Secondary School (TGUISS) is a unique national school affiliated with Tokyo Gakugei University, located in Nerima, Tokyo. TGUISS offers an internationally-oriented secondary education for Grades 7 through 12, serving returnee students and children with international backgrounds. The school is an authorized IB World School offering the IB Diploma Programme (DP) and is one of the few national schools in Japan to offer internationally recognized qualifications. TGUISS provides instruction in both Japanese and English, with a curriculum designed to develop globally competent students who can contribute to Japanese society and the international community. The school emphasizes cross-cultural understanding, academic rigor, and the development of inquiry skills consistent with the IB philosophy. TGUISS is closely connected to Tokyo Gakugei University's research in international education, benefiting from academic expertise and innovative teaching methods. The school serves a selective student body seeking a bilingual, internationally-minded Japanese education.