The British School in Tokyo
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- 2024年12月17日
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The British School in Tokyo (BST) is a British-style international school located in Tokyo. Currently, it has over 1,000 students from more than 65 countries. The school has two campuses: the Shibuya campus, which caters to students from Nursery to Year 3, and the Showa campus, located within Showa Pharmaceutical University in Setagaya, which serves students from Year 4 to Year 13. Starting in August 2023, a new campus in Azabudai Hills will accommodate students from Nursery to Year 6.
The British School in Tokyo Information
Location:
Shibuya Campus: 1-21-18 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo (Nursery - Year 3)
Showa Campus: 1-7-57 Taishido, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo (Year 4-13)
Azabudai Campus: 1-3-3 Azabudai, Minato-ku, Tokyo (Opening in August 2023, Nursery - Year 6)
Type: Private, Co-educational
Educational Goals
Foster each student's individual personality and potential
Draw out the best from each student
Pursue excellence in students' abilities
Develop curiosity and self-learning skills
Table of Contents
The British School in Tokyo
The British School in Tokyo (Admissions)
Early Years Foundation Stage
The seven areas of Early Years education:
Development of children’s ability to express themselves
Communication and language
English
Mathematics
Physical development for a healthy body
Developing an understanding of the world
Creative expression through art and design
Primary School
BST divides primary education into Key Stage 1 (Years 1-2) and Key Stage 2 (Years 3-6).
In both Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, students mainly study English, mathematics, science, social studies, computing, history, geography, art, design and technology, religion, music, physical education, and foreign languages (Japanese from Nursery, French from Year 4).
Secondary School (Years 7-11)
BST divides secondary education into Key Stage 3 (Years 7-9) and Key Stage 4 (Years 10-11).
Key Stage 3 focuses on deepening and broadening students’ learning, while encouraging their curiosity and interest in different subjects.
Key Stage 4 prepares students for the GCSE (General Certificate of Secondary Education) exams. BST has a curriculum combining both GCSE and its international version, the (I)GCSE.
GCSE, (I)GCSE:
GCSE and (I)GCSE are national exams taken over two years (Years 10-11) with compulsory and elective subjects. In Year 11, students take the final exams. Passing these exams signifies the completion of compulsory education in the UK.
At BST, students taking GCSE and (I)GCSE will select three electives from:
Art
Photography
French
Spanish
Computer Science
History
Geography
Physical Education
Music
Drama
Senior School (Years 12-13)
BST’s Senior School follows the British A-Level system, which serves as both a high school graduation qualification and a university entrance qualification.
A-Level:
A-Level involves studying selected subjects during Years 12 and 13, with students taking a unified exam at the end of Year 13. To enter university, students are required to study at least three subjects, and they can flexibly choose subjects based on their strengths.
BST offers the following A-Level subjects, and students must select at least three:
Biology
Business
Chemistry
Computer Science
Drama
Economics
Literature
Art
French
Mathematics
Mathematics II
Geography
History
Japanese
Music
Physical Education
Physics
Psychology
Spanish
For more details, refer to the "The British School in Tokyo A-Level Options Booklet 2023-2025" available here.
After Graduation
Many graduates of BST go on to universities not only in the UK but also in the US, Japan, Europe, and around the world.
Key Advantages of BST
Here are some key benefits of attending BST:
A seamless educational experience from Nursery to Year 13, fostering strong connections among students.
Engaging and interactive lessons that make learning enjoyable.
Graduates have the opportunity to attend prestigious universities worldwide.
The British School in Tokyo (Admissions)
Admission Requirements
As BST conducts all classes in English, students applying must demonstrate fluency in both spoken and written English. Additionally, at least one parent must be able to communicate in English.
BST follows a priority system for admission, as follows:
Siblings of current students
Students with at least one British parent
Students who have previously received British-style education and require British-style education in the future
Japanese students who have received more than four years of British-style education and require British-style education in the future
Others
Primary School Admission
Primary school students can enroll anytime if seats are available. No entrance exam is required, but students requiring EAL (English as an Additional Language) support will need to take tests in English and mathematics.
Secondary School Admission (Years 7-9)
Students in Years 7-9 can enroll anytime if seats are available. Admission requires the submission of current or previous school transcripts and recommendation letters. Non-native English speakers will need to take an English exam or attend an interview.
Secondary School Admission (Years 10-11, IGCSE)
Transferring into IGCSE mid-program can be difficult due to scheduling.
Senior School Admission
For senior school, students must have achieved at least five A*-C grades in GCSE/IGCSE subjects (including predicted grades). Admission requires a recommendation letter or transcript from the previous school and an interview with the principal or vice-principal.
Admission Process
BST’s admission process is divided into four stages:
Verify admission requirements
Complete the inquiry form
Complete the application form
Attend entrance exams/interviews (if required)
Preparation
The key points for preparation are to develop appropriate English skills and proficiency in mathematics and science for the grade being applied.
It is recommended to practice British-style grade-level tests, such as those provided by Cambridge or Oxford. For the interview, be sure to express your thoughts clearly and confidently, with a positive and engaging attitude.
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