Key facts
Age range 1–6
Grades Pre-K
Gender Coeducational
Faculty —
Students 15–20
Tuition ¥1,700,000 – ¥2,500,000

Poppins Active Learning International School (PALIS)

Est. 1997
Tokyo EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)

School at a Glance

Age Range 1–6
Grades Offered Pre-K
Gender Coeducational
Total Students 15–20
Faculty —
Classes per Grade —

Poppins Active Learning International School (PALIS) is a highly regarded international pre-school and kindergarten located in the prestigious Ebisu Garden Place development in Tokyo. Operating since 1997 (renovated as PALIS in 2014), it serves children from ages 11 months to 5/6 years. The school delivers "EduCare"—a proprietary, high-quality approach combining early childhood education and premium childcare. Grounded in the British Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) guidelines and recently certified as a Cambridge International School, PALIS features daily "Active Learning" programs. These cover physical development, lifesaving, science, coding, and the arts to cultivate bilingually fluent, globally-minded students.

Fees & Value

Base Currency ¥ (Japanese Yen)
Annual Tuition ¥1,700,000 – ¥2,500,000

Enrollment Fees

  • Application Fee: ¥20,000
  • Registration Fee: ¥200,000

Campus & Facilities

Library School Bus Playgrounds / Outdoor Areas

Sports Facilities

The school provides opportunities for physical activity through its annual Sports Day and physical exercise programs, including its Ojyuken Taiso program.

Arts Facilities

PALIS offers a range of arts and creative programs, including dedicated art classes where children explore painting, multimedia crafts, different materials, light, and color through hands-on projects. The school also provides music and piano lessons, with professional specialist instructors, as well as ballet classes that encourage creativity and self-expression.

Technology

PALIS incorporates technology into its active-learning approach, using technology as part of daily learning and activities. The school also offers hands-on science and exploration activities.

Learning & Curriculum

Curriculum EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
Languages English

Extracurricular Activities

PALIS offers a variety of extracurricular and enrichment activities, including seasonal Summer and Spring Programmes, Saturday School, physical activities, sports experiences, music and dance, crafts, science and exploration activities, and educational field trips. The school also organizes events such as Halloween, Christmas, New Year Concert, Sports Day, and other cultural celebrations.

Admissions

Application Process

Inquiry and school consultation → Campus visit & Trial class → Application Submission → Child assessment/evaluation → Enrollment confirmation

Entry Requirements

Child’s developmental readiness, family alignment with the "EduCare" concept, and language-exposure suitability

Assessment Tests

PALIS does not specify a formal assessment or entrance test as part of its admission process. Admission is handled through an online application, with enrollment subject to availability and the school’s selection criteria.

Interview Process

Interview with the parents.

Deadlines

Rolling admissions based on space availability throughout the school year

Required Documents

Applications are currently completed entirely online through an electronic application form, so families should contact PALIS directly for any additional documents required during the admission process.

Contact & Location

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