Canadian Academy (CA)

Canadian Academy (CA), founded in 1913, stands as one of the longest-established and most respected international schools in Asia, situated on a spacious nine-acre campus on Rokko Island in Kobe, Hyogo. Serving approximately 700 highly diverse students (Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12) from over 40 nationalities, CA is a private, not-for-profit, co-educational institution. Uniquely in the region, CA offers both a day program and a sought-after boarding program for students aged 13 to 18. Academically, the school is a fully accredited IB Continuum School, offering the seamless progression of the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), and the highly rigorous IB Diploma Programme (DP) in the final two years, alongside the option of earning a U.S. High School Diploma. Instruction is entirely in English, supported by mandatory Japanese study and options for French or Spanish. The learning environment is personalized, with class sizes ranging from 14 to 22 students, and is supported by dedicated faculty from over 25 countries. The school provides robust inclusive support, including EAL (English as an Additional Language) for language development and specific Learning Support for mild to moderate learning needs. The extensive campus facilities—including a renovated library with 40,000 volumes, science labs, a stunning atrium, two gymnasia, and two full-size turf sports fields—support a strong co-curricular life. Furthermore, CA is a founding member of the prestigious Asia Pacific Activities Conference (APAC), ensuring high-level international competition and experiences in both athletics and the arts.