K. International School Tokyo (KIST, ケイ・インターナショナルスクール東京 ''Kei Intānashonaru Sukūru Tōkyō'') is a private, non-denominational international school located in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 1997 by Yoshishige and Takako Komaki. the school caters to over 600 students representing a wide range of different nationalities. KIST was the first school in Tokyo and the Kanto region, and the second school in Japan authorized by the International Baccalaureate to offer the Inquiry-based learning, three inquiry-based learning programmes for grades 9 and 10. The language of instruction is English. The school is accredited by the Council of International Schools. The campus has several of the original buildings but opened a new section in August 2009. The elementary school was featured on ABC News where KIST students were interviewed about the UK Royal Wedding between Prince William and Kate Middleton, to show Japanese school children's impressions, on March 28, 2011.

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Mathematics and English

The school follows the Key Stage 1 and 2 curriculum at the elementary level, and the Key Stage 3 curriculum and Edexcel IGCSE, International GCSE. The school offers an English strengthening program, Learning Enhancement Academic Program (LEAP), aimed at students whose English skills are lacking.

School building and facilities

Currently, KIST is under construction for a new gymnasium and main building. The school used to consist of three buildings: elementary building, main building, and gymnasium. The elementary building is used by students in the International Baccalaureate, Primary Years Program. The main building, also known as the secondary building, contains the main office, science laboratories, and the library. It is used by students in the Middle Years Program / International Baccalaureate Diploma, Diploma Program. The building was previously used by a Japanese public school. The gymnasium has been demolished.

Internet and computers

The school provides free Wi-Fi for enrolled students. Laptops are available on each floor of the Elementary School and from the library center in the Secondary School. From 9th grade, students are required to bring their own personal laptop to school. The Wi-Fi is horrible.

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