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Partner Preschools
Working Together to Give Families More Choice
Every family has a unique vision for their child's early years, and we believe they should have access to high-quality options that meet their individual needs. That's why NIS has established partnerships with four outstanding international preschools in the Nagoya area. While each school has its own unique character, all share a commitment to nurturing curious, confident learners in an internationally minded environment.
These partnerships provide families with greater flexibility when planning their child's educational journey and create a smooth pathway to the internationally recognized education offered at NIS.
Supporting Families on Their Educational Journey
For some families, the NIS Early Learning Center is the ideal place to begin. For others, a partner preschool may be a better fit because of location, family circumstances, or personal preference. By working together, we give families the confidence that whichever starting point they choose, their child will be well prepared to transition to NIS when the time is right.
Our goal isn't simply to provide another option. It's to ensure children experience a strong, connected educational journey from their earliest years through graduation.
Meet Our Partner Preschools
We're proud to partner with four exceptional international preschools that share our commitment to high-quality early childhood education and internationally minded learning. We invite you to learn more about each school and discover the pathway that best fits your family's journey.
Discovery International Preschool
The early years are critical for developing identity, social relations, and an eagerness to inquire and communicate. The play-based program is inspired by the Reggio Emilia Approach, where children's social experiences lay the groundwork for a learning curriculum co-constructed by children and teachers together.
- AGES: 1-6 years old
- LOCATION(S): Nagakute
- EMAIL: info@discoveryis.com
- TEL: 0561-63-1222 (English/Japanese)
Kakuozan International Preschool
Kakuozan International Preschool’s vision is to provide a fun, creative, and learning environment to inspire young learners. Whether learning in the classroom, outdoors, or at special events, KIPS students are encouraged to always explore, discover, learn, and enjoy the world around them.
- AGES: 1-6 years old
- LOCATION(S): Kakuozan, Chikusa-ku
- EMAIL: information@kakuozan-preschool.com
- TEL: 052-763-1223 (M. Naruse)
KIDS International School
To develop children's curiosity and various skills, KIS provides lots of hands-on activities such as art, science, math, language, outside play, music, and cooking. The teachers are all certified and plan projects and activities to meet children's interests and needs. KIS has its own playground for daily use, and the library has over 1000 books in English for children to enjoy and check out.
- AGES: 1-6 years old
- LOCATION(S): Nagakute
- EMAIL: info@ednet.co.jp
- TEL: 0561-64-5064
No Borders International Schools
Since 1989, No Borders International Schools have been serving the local community. Providing high-quality education focused not only on academic skills but also on emotional and social development. Locations all throughout Aichi - please contact them to learn more and see if No Borders is right for your family.
- AGES: 1-6 years old
- LOCATION(S): Chikusa, Showa, Anjo, Okazaki, Takinomizu, Toyota
- EMAIL: customer@noborders.jp
- TEL: 0120-824-815
Our Early Learning Center
NIS is proud to offer a fully accredited Early Learning Center for children from Preschool onwards, and we welcome many families who choose to begin their NIS journey there.
At the same time, we recognize that every family's circumstances are different. Our partner preschool program reflects our commitment to supporting families with multiple high-quality pathways into the NIS community, ensuring they can choose the option that best meets their needs while remaining connected to the opportunity to continue their child's education at NIS.