Tokyo's French-Japanese International School

At École Internationale Franco-Japonaise of Tokyo (EIFJ), we are committed to cultivating inquiring, knowledgeable, and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect. Our official, comprehensive, and bilingual curriculum, rooted in the principles of excellence, fosters creative and ethical citizens who are empowered to think objectively, behave responsibly, and shape their own perspectives while respecting others.

Established in 2019, EIFJ serves a diverse community of students from kindergarten through middle school, including an international nursery, with a total capacity of 150 students. We are supported by AEFE towards accreditation, and have been issued a Certificate of Compliance from the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, enabling Government subsidies. As a candidate for International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme* (PYP) accreditation, we align with the IB mission, working alongside schools, governments, and international organizations to develop challenging programs of international education and rigorous assessment.

EIFJ remains open during holidays, ensuring continuous education in classrooms with a favorable teacher-student ratio that promotes high-quality learning. Our team of certified educators offers a range of programs designed to nurture active, compassionate, and lifelong learners, in a nurturing and dynamic learning environment that supports the growth and development of every student.

Mission

• Nurturing inquisitive, responsible, and compassionate individuals.
• Fostering global citizens committed to intercultural understanding and positive change

Vision

• Delivering a bilingual and comprehensive curriculum rooted in excellence.
• Empowering critical thinking, ethical action, and personal growth.
• Encouraging creative, reflective, and open-minded individuals for global impact.

Values

• Respect: Embracing diversity and empathy.
• Integrity: Promoting honesty and ethical responsibility.
• Excellence: Striving for academic and personal growth.
• Responsibility: Acting with accountability and care.
• Collaboration: Encouraging teamwork and open dialogue.

Why EIFJ Tokyo

• We have French bilingual and English courses in nursery, kindergarten, elementary and middle school;
• Our quality curriculum follows the program of the French Ministry of Education and the International Baccalaureate PYP program*;
• We have a remarkable campus totalizing about 16,000 sq feet and able to welcome 150 students from age 1 to 15;
• As of 2024, we have 110 students aged 1 to 13, of 18 nationalities, with 45 dedicated staff members and activity leaders;
• We have a favorable teachers-students ratio, essential to ensure fast learning in French, English, STEM etc., well-being and success of students: one native teacher/assistant per seven students, in elementary and middle school as well;
• We offer field trips, sport & cultural events, an alumni network, a career service, and a free coworking space for parents;
• The school is supported by Parents through its Association, ensuring reasonable annual tuition fees, given the school's excellence;
• EIFJ is inspected and supported by the AEFE, and by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, allowing international, Japanese or mixed families to receive Government subsidies ranging from 37,000 yen to 97,000 per month;
• Termly all year round after-school activities;
• We have four bus routes open all year round from different districts of Tokyo, and a cafeteria (choice of catering service or home bento);
• We have a communication application, newsletters for parents of students summarizing the class content, multiple partnerships, exhibitions, and Hexagon FC, EIFJ Tokyo's international French-Japanese soccer club, an official soccer club of Tokyo Kita-ku League for ages 3 to 15, allowing the team to participate in local and international championships!