About DISK
Doshisha International School, Kyoto (DISK) is one of the newest members of the Doshisha family of schools; DISK was established in 2011 as a part of Doshisha International Academy (DIA), in the city of Kuzigawa.
DISK is a grade 1-12 school that delivers an international curriculum designed to meet the needs of the internationally-minded community residing in the Kansai area.
DISK is a grade 1-12 school that delivers an international curriculum designed to meet the needs of the internationally-minded community residing in the Kansai area.
DISK has been on a fast track to obtain international accreditation, most notably through the prestigious International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO); DISK obtained IBO Diploma Program (DP) authorization in late 2011 and followed with the IBO Primary Years Program (PYP) authorization in early 2014. DISK has plans to become an IBO Middle Years Program (MYP) candidate school in the near future.
In addition to IB programs authorization, DISK obtained accreditation from the Western Association of Colleges and Schools (WASC) in July 2015, which further validates the quality of teaching and programs offered at the school.
As an IBO World School, DISK supports students in becoming inquiring, open-minded, caring, reflective thinkers and communicators who take risks and are principled, knowledgeable and balanced. The IBO programs provide the framework in which curriculum is delivered, DISK teachers work within the framework to extend learning experiences that cultivate the skills and knowledge necessary to be successful in a modern global community.
In keeping with developing an internationally minded community of learners DISK teachers teach students to understand others with an empathetic and compassionate disposition; they teach students to be passionate about shaping the world to be a better, and more loving place. We hope that the information provided here gives you a better picture about the DISK experience.
In addition to IB programs authorization, DISK obtained accreditation from the Western Association of Colleges and Schools (WASC) in July 2015, which further validates the quality of teaching and programs offered at the school.
As an IBO World School, DISK supports students in becoming inquiring, open-minded, caring, reflective thinkers and communicators who take risks and are principled, knowledgeable and balanced. The IBO programs provide the framework in which curriculum is delivered, DISK teachers work within the framework to extend learning experiences that cultivate the skills and knowledge necessary to be successful in a modern global community.
In keeping with developing an internationally minded community of learners DISK teachers teach students to understand others with an empathetic and compassionate disposition; they teach students to be passionate about shaping the world to be a better, and more loving place. We hope that the information provided here gives you a better picture about the DISK experience.
What is Doshisha International Academy DIA?
Doshisha International Academy (DIA) is a unique concept in Japan where two schools exist in the same building, guided by the same educational ideals. These schools are DIA Elementary School and Doshisha International School, Kyoto (DISK).
Doshisha International Academy (DIA) Elementary School
DISK is a part of the greater Doshisha International Academy organization. Our sister school DIA Elementary School, also referred to as Shotoubu, is a school which implements the Article 1 Japanese national curriculum model.
Joint Learning at DISK and DIA Elementary School
Doshisha International Academy is composed of two very different school cultures in one building. As such we have a unique opportunity to collaborate on learning activities that give all students the chance to share perspectives and different understandings.
