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An International School in Kobe, Japan

We are a British international school in the Anglican tradition, providing a quality education within a positive culture of excellence and a caring family community. Come and join us! Join a Virtual Info Session today

A Caring Family Community

At St. Michael’s International School we promote cultural harmony through progressive and global education using a curriculum designed to cultivate critical thinking, enhance self-awareness and promote international mindedness. Read more

Best Practices in Primary Education

We believe our young learners deserve the very best education. This starts with providing the highest quality of teaching and learning possible delivered by amazing professionals. Read more

Security and Safety

We have a duty of care to safeguard and promote the welfare of children. The School is committed to ensuring safeguarding practice Read more
International School Located in the beautiful city of Kobe, Japan
Why St. Michael’s? A positive culture and a caring family community
Academics Best practices in Early Years and Primary education
Health & Safety A safe and caring environment where your child can thrive

St. Michael's International School

The only accredited British international school in Kansai offering a specialised Early Years and Primary education, where young learners thrive in a unique and caring environment, nurtured by eighty years of expertise. Give your child the best start in life and come join St. Michael’s International School,  the small school with a big heart.

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International School Kobe

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Why St. Michael’s?

A British international school in the Anglican tradition, provides a  quality education within a positive culture of excellence and a caring family community.

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School Life

As Early Years and Primary specialists, our unique programmes nurture the development of the whole child: the social, emotional, physical and academic aspects are all equally important.

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Admissions

Give your child the very best start in life. Let us help you make the right choice for your child’s future. Discover how to join the St. Michael’s family.

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A Team Effort
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A Team Effort

At St Michael’s International School, our strength lies in our people. As we prepared for Saturday’s annual Bazaar, there has been a strong sense of teamwork across the school, with staff working together to ensure everything is ready. From planning and organisation to sharing ideas and supporting one another, colleagues across all areas of the […]

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Language

We believe language is at the heart of learning, connection and identity. It helps children share their ideas, build friendships and understand the world around them. English is our shared language for learning and communication. It helps children take part fully in school life. At the same time, we value and celebrate each child’s home […]

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Global Action

Year 6 recently spent a valuable day at Peace and Nature, where they stepped into their role as global citizens through meaningful, hands on action. With a clear aim to give back to the local community, our learners took part in two practical projects. They planted mushrooms in wooden logs, learning how natural resources can […]

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A Love of Reading

At St Michael’s, learning to read is a key part of every child’s education. We also want children to enjoy reading and to choose books for themselves. Our aim is to help every child become a confident and independent reader. We use a range of simple and effective approaches. Paired reading is one of them. […]

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