American School in Japan - Early Learning Center

Admissions Decisions

Admissions decisions are based on:

• alignment between the family’s educational goals and beliefs with the philosophy and teaching approaches of ASIJ
• ASIJ’s ability to maintain a balance of diversity across grade levels and divisions
• ASIJ’s current availability of resources to provide support and opportunities for the applicant

When space is limited, consideration is given:

• to siblings of current families
• to alumni
• to applicants who are part of the corporate contribution program

Admissions Timeline

We begin to receive applications in mid-November for August of the next school year. Local and overseas applicants to all grade levels may apply at this time.

For local applicants to the ELC, screening sessions are usually held in December, January and February.

We request the mid-year report cards for most applicants, often available in January.

Admission decisions usually begin in late February/early March and continue through the spring.

• Open your application account at ASIJ
• Filling out Online Application Form
• Submission of the Required Items on the Admission Portal
• Initial Review
• Decision