Admission Introduction
DISK is an accredited IB World School for students in grades 3 to 12. DISK welcomes children of all nationalities from foreign countries all over the globe as well as from within Japan. DISK offers an international style of education; the language of instruction for all classes, except foreign language classes, is English.
Admission decisions are made based on a range of factors; student aptitude for achievement, student motivation for success, availability of class space, and ability to be successful in an English speaking environment with a challenging and well-rounded program. Each application is considered individually. Applications are accepted throughout the school year.
It is important to note that DISK is not an English language school and we, therefore, do not teach English as a foreign language. A certain level of English proficiency is a requirement for admission to DISK. While English language support is available to students with identified needs, we strive through our admissions procedures to attain a balance of English language ability in each grade that does not compromise English being the language of instruction and learning in all classes.
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Admission decisions are made based on a range of factors; student aptitude for achievement, student motivation for success, availability of class space, and ability to be successful in an English speaking environment with a challenging and well-rounded program. Each application is considered individually. Applications are accepted throughout the school year.
It is important to note that DISK is not an English language school and we, therefore, do not teach English as a foreign language. A certain level of English proficiency is a requirement for admission to DISK. While English language support is available to students with identified needs, we strive through our admissions procedures to attain a balance of English language ability in each grade that does not compromise English being the language of instruction and learning in all classes.
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Admission Philosophy
Applications are considered for all children regardless of race, nationality, religion or gender. We welcome applications from internationally-minded families who support our mission and education philosophy. DISK aims to support:
- Children of all nationalities wishing to enter tertiary education overseas or within Japan.
- Children of expatriate families living in Japan.
- Children of dual nationality.
- Returnee Japanese children or children of families planning to live in an English language based culture.
Admissions Criteria
All students applying to DISK
* Exceptions may be made in special circumstances.
- must meet minimal English language requirements.
- must meet the Age-Grade eligibility requirements* (below).
- Grade 11 will, if admitted, be enrolled in the IB Diploma Program (DP)*.
- Grade 12 students (i.e. Year 2 DP students) may not* be accepted into the program.
* Exceptions may be made in special circumstances.
Age-Grade Eligibility
The enrollment system at DISK is age-based as outlined in the chart below.
Date of Birth |
Grade for 2019-2020 |
Grade for 2020-2021 |
Grade for 2021-2022 |
9/1/2010 - 8/31/2011 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
9/1/2009 - 8/31/2010 |
4 |
5 |
6 |
9/1/2008 - 8/31/2009 |
5 |
6 |
7 |
9/1/2007 - 8/31/2008 |
6 |
7 |
8 |
9/1/2006 - 8/31/2007 |
7 |
8 |
9 |
9/1/2005 - 8/31/2006 |
8 |
9 |
10 |
9/1/2004 - 8/31/2005 |
9 |
10 |
11 |
9/1/2003 - 8/31/2004 |
10 |
11 |
12 |
9/1/2002 - 8/31/2003 |
11 |
12 |
- |
9/1/2001 - 8/31/2002 |
12 |
- |
- |
9/1/2000 - 8/31/2001 |
- |
- |
- |
Application Period
DISK accepts applications for admission throughout the school year. We are accepting new enrollments
Classes are held from mid-August to mid-June. The year is split into three trimesters; Fall, Winter, and Spring. Our main intake of new students comes at the beginning of the academic year; however, we accept admissions throughout the year in order to meet the needs of the community in Kansai, Japan, and for those from overseas.
Classes are held from mid-August to mid-June. The year is split into three trimesters; Fall, Winter, and Spring. Our main intake of new students comes at the beginning of the academic year; however, we accept admissions throughout the year in order to meet the needs of the community in Kansai, Japan, and for those from overseas.
- Applications for the 2019-2020 school year will be accepted anytime. Next years applicants will be advised of admission status in March.
