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Manila Japanese School

Philippines, Manila

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Japanese
Fees ₱434,220 - 447,290
Ages 6 - 15 years
Type Co-educational, Online/Hybrid
Opened 1968
Bus Service Yes
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, Japanese Curriculum
Taught languages Japanese, English
Strengths Languages, Academic Enrichment, Sport
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Elementary, Middle School
Introduction

Manila Japanese School (MJS) follows the Japanese Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) curriculum, providing continuous education from Grade 1 through Grade 9. Instruction is primarily in Japanese by teachers dispatched directly from Japan, ensuring students maintain parity with their peers back home. MJS leverages its tropical location by offering year-round weekly swimming lessons for all grades. Another distinctive program is their localized language approach: students receive English conversation classes in small groups taught by native speakers, while those from international backgrounds can access specialized Japanese language support. Every classroom is equipped with large display monitors, and each student is issued a personal Chromebook to support daily learning. Parents and faculty frequently reference the "MJS Magic," a recognized campus tradition where the tight-knit community helps anxious new arrivals quickly adapt, find friends, and thrive. (Source: MJS Official Website - Principal's Message & Features)

www.mjs.ph

36th St. University Parkway, Post Proper Northside, Taguig, 1635 Metro Manila, Philippines

Vibes and Culture
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The Essentials

Manila Japanese School has instruction in Japanese.

Location
Manila Japanese School is located in University Park, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, Metro Manila, Philippines. The campus is in the Bonifacio Global City area and operates under an official arrangement with the Embassy of Japan in the Philippines, indicating its connection to the Japanese government. The school serves elementary and junior high students at this Taguig location.

Stages
Elementary school and junior high school.

Type
The Manila Japanese School operates as a Japanese international school. Instruction is conducted in Japanese and follows the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) curriculum guidelines.

Additional learning support
Special Needs support includes one special needs class (intellectual) in the elementary division, typically with about three students per class and open to all elementary grades. The school also maintains resource rooms and has offered special support classes for students with intellectual disabilities for several years.

Country affiliation
Affiliated with Japan; administratively attached to the Embassy of Japan in the Philippines.

Religious affiliation
No religious affiliation is stated.

School day structure
Classes are conducted in Japanese. Elementary students receive two hours weekly of English conversation; junior high students receive one hour weekly. All grades have a weekly swimming lesson, and some elementary students may have additional Japanese language classes (Fridays at 6pm) for language support. A timetable with daily start/end times is published on the site.

Bus service
The school does not directly manage bus operations; families apply to a bus operator after a transfer entrance exam and enter into an individual contract with the operator. Bus routes and seats are not reserved in advance and may be limited by capacity. The school publishes a Bus User Guide, and target areas include Bonifacio Global City, Makati, and the Alabang district (Alabang service currently limited).
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at Manila Japanese School ranges from PHP 434,220 to PHP 447,290 for 2026/27.

Application / Entrance fees

- Entrance fee (one-time, payable at enrollment): PHP 26,000.
- There is no separate numeric “application” or testing fee listed in the school's fee schedule; the one‑time charges required at admission are the entrance fee and the donation described below.

Tuition and related recurring fees (by year group, per term and per year)

- Tuition (monthly):
- Elementary (小学部): PHP 17,000 per month.
- Junior high (中学部): PHP 17,000 per month.
- Facility fee (monthly): PHP 7,000 per month (applies in addition to the monthly tuition).
- How this translates to term and annual amounts (school billing uses 3‑month terms):
- Per term (3 months): Tuition PHP 51,000; Facility fee PHP 21,000; Combined per term PHP 72,000 (for both elementary and junior high).
- Per year (12 months): Tuition PHP 204,000; Facility fee PHP 84,000; Combined per year PHP 288,000.
- Material/textbook fees (年額): set by grade; range PHP 4,220 to PHP 17,290 per year.
- Student accident/insurance fee: PHP 500 per year.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Regular billing cycle: payments are made every three months in advance. Parents pay for three months at a time on the schedule below. Overdue payments incur a monthly late interest charge of 3%.
- March: payment for April–June (3 months) — due by month end (or the preceding weekday if the month end is a weekend).
- June: payment for July–September — due by month end (or the preceding weekday if weekend).
- September: payment for October–December — due by month end (or the preceding weekday if weekend).
- December: payment for January–March — due by December 28 (or the preceding weekday if weekend).
- New or transfer students: tuition and facility fees are collected on the same 3‑month advance schedule described above.

Boarding / residential provision

- The school does not list any boarding or residential fees; there are no boarding facilities described in the school fee schedule.

Other mandatory or one‑time costs

- Donation at admission (treated as a condition of enrollment):
- Personal/individual households (e.g., self‑employed): USD 2,000 (one‑time).
- For families affiliated with government/international agencies: First child USD 500 (one‑time), second child USD 250 (one‑time), third child and subsequent children USD 250 (one‑time). Corporate (company) donation options for employed parents are handled via the school office.
- PTA annual fee: PHP 500 per household (amount referenced for the applicable year and decided at the PTA general meeting).
- School bus: Bus fares are paid directly to the bus company; the school's schedule notes that bus fees are not paid through the school but paid to the bus operator (amount depends on route and provider).
- Uniforms / ceremonial clothing / PE kit: the handbook notes that school‑specified clothing is sold through school channels (for example at orientation or explanation events) and is payable in cash at the sale; specific uniform prices are not listed in the school fee table. Other occasional class or grade collections may be taken by homerooms for specific items or activities.

Refund information (withdrawal / transfer)

- If a student withdraws during a term, tuition and facility fees for subsequent months are refunded on a monthly basis (refunds are calculated monthly; the school does not perform daily prorating). Material/textbook fees are refunded for semesters/terms occurring after the one in which the student withdraws.

Fee payment options and practical notes

- Payment methods accepted by the school office: cash or cheque at the school office, or bank transfer to the school's designated bank account. Parents may choose either method as their payment option.
- Office hours for payments and inquiries: weekdays, 08:00–12:00 and 13:00–16:00 (school may be unable to accept payments during school events). Late payments are subject to a monthly 3% interest charge.
Academics

Manila Japanese School teaches Bespoke Curriculum, Japanese Curriculum for students aged 6 to 15.

Curriculum
The Manila Japanese School teaches in Japanese and follows the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) curriculum guidelines, with most teaching delivered by instructors dispatched from Japan. The school serves elementary and junior high levels, offering English conversation lessons (two hours per week in elementary and one hour per week in junior high) and one hour of swimming for all grades each week. In elementary, there are Japanese language classes at grade level, and an optional after-hours Japanese language program on Fridays at 6pm for children from international families or those needing extra language support. The school provides special support classes for students with intellectual disabilities and maintains resource rooms to address individual needs. It uses digital learning tools (electronic whiteboards, digital textbooks) and provides Chromebooks to students, while also incorporating education for international and local understanding and career guidance. External examinations such as EIKEN and Kanken are available for students to apply to, via dedicated examination links.

Student Teacher Ratio
N/A

Exam Results
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Higher Education Progression
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Gifted and Talented
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Wellbeing
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Parent Experience
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Facilities
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Extra-Curricular Activities
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Languages
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Reputation
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Admissions overview and eligibility. The Manila Japanese School (MJS) uses a handbook to outline admission requirements and eligibility. There are two practical categories for new admissions in 2026: Category 1 covers families currently living in the Philippines with a senior kindergarten student; Category 2 covers families currently residing in Japan or elsewhere who plan to move to the Philippines after graduation from kindergarten. Category 1 has an application deadline of Wednesday, December 17, 2025; Category 2 has an application deadline of Friday, March 20, 2026. Please refer to the handbook for the exact eligibility criteria and any conditions attached to each category.

2. How to apply. To begin the process, read the MJS Handbook and confirm you meet the admission requirements before you submit the New Enrollment/Transfer Enrollment Application Form. After you submit, the school office will send an email with details on the transfer procedures. Prepare a passport (photo page of student and guardian) and a Manila Japanese Association membership card as part of the application. These steps and document requirements are specified in the admissions guidance.

3. What happens after you apply. Once the application is received, the school will email you with information on the transfer procedures and next steps. MJS states that transfer students may be admitted throughout the year, independent of the official school year or semester start. If you would like to transfer, you should contact the school office to coordinate timing and requirements.

4. Schedule and information sessions. The upcoming schedule includes a school entry test (for certain older kindergarteners) on Thursday, January 29, 2026; a School Information Session (in person and online) on Monday, February 16, 2026; and, in early April 2026, new enrollment and transfer examinations for families moving to the Philippines after completing kindergarten elsewhere. Mid-April 2026 is listed as the (tentative) entrance ceremony. These dates are published in the new-admission information.

5. Entrance examination content. For Category 1 (families in the Philippines), the entrance exam contents include a written test (Japanese and arithmetic) and an interview; for Category 2 (families moving from abroad), the entrance exams are conducted in early April 2026 and test similar language/learning abilities with a written component and an interview. In all cases, the emphasis is on assessing language ability and learning aptitude appropriate to the student's age and grade level.

6. Results and start date. The results of the transfer entrance examination are released after the exam is completed. The handbook also notes that the transfer date is the start date of the school year. If admitted, you will receive further information and be guided on the next steps and orientation.

Scholarships
Manila Japanese School does not publish a school-run scholarship program within its admissions materials. The available public materials focus on admission eligibility, application steps, and fees, with no mention of scholarships. External government or foundation scholarships exist in the region (for example, Japanese government scholarship programs administered through the Embassy and related channels), but these are not administered by MJS. Prospective families should consider external scholarship avenues if applicable.

Waitlist
There is no published waitlist system for admissions at Manila Japanese School.
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