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Taking Steps Towards Better Health and Wellbeing

Fresh air, beautiful scenery, plenty of steps and a few challenges along the way! Our Wellness Hikes brought the St. Michael’s community outdoors for a wonderful week of adventure, teamwork and learning. Best of all, we were walking together for an important cause. As part of our Wellness Weeks, children across the school swapped their […]

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St. Michael’s Day: Celebrating Our Community

St. Michael’s Day is one of the special traditions in our school calendar. Each year, children and staff make their way to Kobe’s Anglican Cathedral for a celebration of our school, our community and the values that bring us together. There is something powerful about gathering the whole school in one place. From our youngest […]

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Celebrating 150 Years of Community

St. Michael’s International School was delighted to be represented at the Cathedral Church of St. Michael in Kobe as the Diocese of Kobe celebrated its 150th anniversary. It was a wonderful occasion, bringing people together to celebrate a remarkable history of faith, education and service. The Anglican Church has played an important role in education […]

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Jump for Joy: Wellness Week 2026

Get ready to jump, move and make a difference! This year, our annual Wellness Week brings the St. Michael’s community together for Jump for Joy, our whole school Skip-a-thon supporting TELL Japan. Wellness Week is about caring for both our physical and mental wellbeing. Through movement, personal challenge and shared experiences, children will explore how […]

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Building Community at our Get Acquainted Tea

Our Annual Get Acquainted Tea is a special St. Michael’s tradition. It celebrates what matters most to us: relationships, community and a strong sense of belonging. The Tea gives Primary parents a relaxed chance to meet each other. They can also spend time with the teachers and other adults who work closely with their children. […]

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Getting Ready for Sports Day

PE lessons are in full swing, and this half term our children are developing the athletics skills they will need for Sports Day. Even with limited space, our PE programme shows that great learning does not depend on having a large sports field. Through creative planning and carefully designed activities, children are practising running, jumping, […]

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Celebrating a Successful School Year at St. Michael’s

As the 2025–2026 academic year draws to a close, we reflect on a year filled with learning, growth, achievement and community spirit. Throughout the year, our students have challenged themselves academically, developed new skills and demonstrated the values that are at the heart of a St. Michael’s education. From Early Years to Year 6, children […]

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Celebrating the Graduation of the Class of 2026

Today, St. Michael’s International School proudly celebrated the graduation of the Class of 2026 at the Cathedral Church of St. Michael, marking an important milestone in the lives of our Year 6 learners. Joined by families, staff, governors, alumni and fellow students, the ceremony provided an opportunity to reflect on the achievements, growth and contributions […]

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Year 6 Camp: Celebrating Community Before Graduation

As the school year draws to a close, Year 6 enjoyed a memorable residential visit to Anan Camp, providing a wonderful opportunity to strengthen friendships, celebrate achievements and create lasting memories before graduation. The camp formed an important part of the students’ final weeks at St. Michael’s International School. Through a range of outdoor activities […]

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Bringing Learning to Life

This week, our whole school production of Star Warts brought the St. Michael’s community together for two wonderful performances filled with singing, dancing, acting and laughter. From Year 1 to Year 6, our learners took to the stage with confidence, enthusiasm and creativity, creating a memorable experience for performers and audience members alike. Whole school […]