The Japanese School
London · W3 9PU
The Japanese School in London is a day-only independent school serving London's Japanese expatriate and bicultural families. It offers a unique dual-curriculum model combining British and Japanese educational frameworks, delivered bilingually across primary and secondary phases. The school maintains strong cultural and linguistic continuity for Japanese families, while also welcoming international pupils seeking Japanese language immersion. Located in Acton, it serves approximately 294 pupils and has not yet been formally inspected by Ofsted.
- →Bilingual/bicultural curriculum maintaining Japanese language and cultural education alongside British National Curriculum
- →Natural feeder to Japanese universities and support for pupils returning to Japan with continued educational pathways
- →Smaller community feel with strong Japanese cultural events and family engagement
Who thrives here
Pupils from Japanese families on expatriate postings, children of mixed Japanese-British heritage, and international families seeking Japanese language acquisition and cultural education within a supportive day-school environment.
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Contact & visit
87 Creffield Road, Acton
London
W3 9PU
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at The Japanese School?
Day fees at The Japanese School are approximately £7,500 per year (2024/25).
How do you get into The Japanese School?
The Japanese School admits pupils at 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
Is The Japanese School a boarding school?
The Japanese School is a day school in London and does not offer boarding.
What is The Japanese School's latest inspection rating?
Ofsted rated The Japanese School “Inadequate” (2023).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Effective bilingual education maintaining Japanese fluency while developing English competence
✓Strong sense of community among Japanese expatriate families with cultural continuity
✓Smaller school size enabling pastoral attention and family engagement
Common concerns
!Limited information on transition to British sixth form or A-level pathways may concern families planning long-term UK education
!Smaller pupil cohort may limit competitive sports and extracurricular breadth compared to larger independents