PCA Purchases
We have just received an announcement from the PCA indicating how funds will be spent based on a vote in term 1. PCA has researched and decided on funding the top 2 choices, which was 1) Safer Playground Equipment and 2) School theatre workshops and show Please visit the PCA Portal for more...
Read MoreFriday Update
Influenza Update Currently we have no confirmed cases of influenza at KIS. Please continue to practice healthy habits and monitor your child for symptoms KIS shirts and Fleece As many children have the same KIS t-shirt or fleece it is easy to get them mixed up. Please label your child’s KIS wear in order to avoid mix-up’s. Currently we have one black fleece size 140. If you are missing yours please retrieve it from the office. Kyoto City Fire Drill KIS students in grades 3-5 took part in a fire...
Read MoreMiddle School Assembly
Friday , Middle School will be hosting our school assembly . They will be presenting about Creative Writing. Where: Library When: Friday January 27th at 2:30
Read MoreCurriculum Talk
Our next curriculum talk will be held on Thursday January 26th at 9am. The focus will be on mathematics and how it is taught at KIS. It will be held in the second floor common room.
Read MorePreschool/Pre-K info session
Parents are invited to the preschool/Pre-K room on Wednesday January 25th 9:20-10.00.to learn how pre-writing concepts are taught in our Early Childhood Program.
Read MoreThanks for participating
The following message was sent to thank the community for participating in the research of our business intern. Dear Families of KIS, Thank you so much for taking part in my research survey! Your replies will be incredibly valuable to my research and report. I am deeply grateful to you for taking the time to help me. I hope you all have a wonderful year and I look forward to working with the KIS community again in the future! Best Wishes and Deepest Thanks, ~Kat Toussaint
Read MoreInfluenza Update
We are still closely monitoring the number of students with a confirmed case of influenza type A. The percentage of students infected remains low, however we do encourage parents to keep children home if they seem unwell. We continue to encourage good hygiene and healthy practices at school, to reduce the risk of spreading. Please encourage your children to rest well, and eat a balanced diet during this flu season.
Read MoreIngredient changes for Hot Lunch
Dear KIS community, Regarding the Hot Lunch on January 20, we have decided to make a couple small changes to the ingredients. As a result of a request, we have decided not to use consommé, flour, Worcestershire sauce or ketchup. Instead, we will be using celery and tomato puree. If you have already signed up and would like to cancel, send a note to your child’s teacher by Thursday, Jan. 19th and your payment will be refunded. Thank you, PCA teams
Read MorePCA Hot Lunch
Friday January 20th is a PCA sponsored Hot Lunch. The menu includes Bolognese Spaghetti and Cole Slaw Price: Small set: 350 yen for small portions Large set: 500 yen for large portions Click below to fill out the lunch order form. Please send money to school in your child’s money envelope. Click here to access and fill out the lunch order form Google...
Read MoreWelcome to Term 2
We welcome a new year and a new term at KIS! Please remember Tuesday January 10th is a half day and students will return home at 12 noon. Happy New Year to everyone in the KIS Community!
Read MoreTerm 2 Clubs and Lessons
Clubs for second term will begin on Monday January 16th. From January 11-13, students will be asked to return home or attend the After School Activity Program after classes finish.
Read MoreThe Website’s New Look
As you might have noticed, the website has changed! We are currently in progress towards making it even better. Thank you for your patience while we continue working!
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