AT THE FRENCH-JAPANESE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL & MIDDLE SCHOOL OF TOKYO

 A Middle School where all students have equal chances of success, for a successful entrance in high school

For more information about enrolling at EIFJ Middle school, CNED courses, a tour of the school, and any other inquiries, please contact the administration directly.

The International Franco-Japanese School of Tokyo offers two middle school programs:

Our Bilingual French-English program follows the French Ministry of Education's calendar, and Inquiry-Based Learning, ensuring close alignment with French curricula and diploma requirements. Students benefit from a balanced curriculum with 13 hours of instruction in French and 13 hours in English weekly (50% French, 50% English), plus two hours of Japanese. These 28 hours of weekly instruction can be complemented by a variety of extracurricular activities in Japanese, English, French, art, science, and more, available from 15:45 onwards.

Our English program is aligned with Common Core standards, the French curricula and a Project and Inquiry-Based approach. Students receive 23 hours of instruction in English and 3 hours in Japanese weekly (88% English, 12% Japanese), with an additional two hours of French offered. Extracurricular activities in Japanese, English, French, art, science, and more are available from 15:45 onwards, complementing the 28 hours of weekly instruction.

Middle school education is structured into four grade levels organized into pedagogical cycles. These cycles allow for the assessment of students' skills and knowledge over extended periods, enabling more effective academic support.

Timetables in Grades 6 to 9 (cycle 3 & 4)

The purpose of the sixth grade is to consolidate the fundamental knowledge acquired in elementary school and to introduce students to the disciplines and methods specific to secondary education. A school report, containing the periodic assessments of cycle 3 and the end of cycle 2, is sent by the schools to the middle school teams in order to facilitate the implementation of pedagogical support in the context of the teaching provided in sixième (common and complementary teaching).

The number of hours of compulsory courses applicable to students in Grades 6 to 9 (26 hours):

Our curriculum includes: Physical Education (4 hours), Arts (Visual and Musical, 2 hours), French/Other Language (4.5 hours), History-Geography & Moral and Civic Education (3 hours), Modern Language (4 hours), Mathematics (4.5 hours), and Science, Technology, Physics-Chemistry (4 hours).

EIFJ promotes international understanding through bilingual education, cultural exchange, and innovative teaching. We foster essential social skills such as respect, multilingual and multicultural communication, and collaboration, preparing students for balanced and fulfilling lives. Our dedicated team of French, Japanese, and English-speaking teachers delivers our programs.

• 8:30 : first round of classes
• Noon: lunch (meal provided by the family or EIFJ cafeteria)
• 13:00 : second round of classes
• 16:00 : beginning of the after-school activities, homework sessions, clubs

PEDAGOGICAL PROJECTS CONDUCTED DURING THE SCHOOL YEAR

• September:
• National Air Quality Day (Middle School, Cycle 4)
• National School Sports Day (JNSS) (Elementary and Middle School)
• October:
• Climate Week (Grades 4-5 and Middle School, Cycles 3 and 4)
• Taste Week (Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, Cycles 1, 2, 3 and 4, projects related to sensory awakening, discovering flavors, balanced diet)
• Science Festival (Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, Cycles 1, 2, 3 and 4)<<<
• October 16: World Food Day (Cycles 1, 2, 3 and 4)
• October 17: International Day for the Eradication of Poverty (Middle School, Cycle 4)
• November:
• November 11: Participation at the French Embassy in the Ceremony commemorating the Armistice of November 11, 1918
• 2nd Thursday of November: Anti-Bullying Day at School (Elementary, Middle School, Cycles 2, 3 and 4)
• November 20: International Children's Rights Day (Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, Cycles 1, 2, 3 and 4)
• European Week for Waste Reduction (Middle School, Cycle 4)
• December:
• December 9: Laïcité Day (Secularism Day) (Elementary and Middle School, Cycles 2, 3 and 4, work on the values of the Republic, freedom of conscience, equality)
• December 20: International Human Solidarity Day (Cycles 2, 3 and 4, from G1 to G7)
• January: January 27: International Holocaust Remembrance Day (Day of memory for genocides and prevention of crimes against humanity) (G4-5 and Middle School, Cycles 3 and 4)
• February: Safer Internet Day (Cycles 2, 3 and 4, Elementary and Middle School)
• March:
• March 8: International Women's Day (Elementary and Middle School, Cycles 2, 3 and 4)
• Maths Week (Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, Cycles 1, 2, 3 and 4, participation in the Kangaroo and Koala Math contests)
• La Grande Lessive (The Big Wash - display of artistic creations)
• Poets' Spring (Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, Cycles 1, 2, 3 and 4)
• March 22: World Water Day (Elementary and Middle School, Cycles 2, 3 and 4)
  
• April:
• April 22: Earth Day (Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, Cycles 1, 2, 3 and 4)
• April 23: World Book and Copyright Day (World Book and Storytelling Day), and English Language Day
  
• May / June: European Sustainable Development Week (Cycles 2 and 3, from G1 to G5)
• June 8: World Oceans Day (Middle School, Cycle 4)

EVENTS BRINGING TOGETHER THE FRENCH, BINATIONAL, JAPANESE, AND THE INTERNATIONAL COMMUNITY (Calendar)

• September: Family orientation and welcome picnic, class photos
• October: Kita-ku Furusato Kumin Festival, French and International Schools of Japan's Run, Halloween Haunted House Hunt
• November: Kita-ku Nishigaoka Family Festival, school integration trips, Thanksgiving
• December: Christmas concerts and parties
• January:  King's cake celebration (Galette des Rois), French-German Day, Snow Day
• February: Candlemas (Chandeleur), Setsubun, Lion Dance (Shishimai)
• March: Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday), Saint Patrick's Day, Japanese Academic Year Graduation Ceremony
• April: April Fool's Day, Spring School Marathon, Hanami picnic, Koi no Bori (Carp Streamers), Easter egg hunt
• May: Europe Day and welcoming of a European Union Ambassador
• June: End-of-Year School Concert and Graduation Ceremony
• July: Tanabata Festival, Children's Bastille Day (14 July)
• August: Sea festival

2024-2025 CLASSES AND OTHER LANGUAGES IN MIDDLE SCHOOL

• Bilingual French-English or English 6th & 7th Grade (11~12 & 12~13 year olds)
• Bilingual French-English or English 8th & 9th Grade (13~14 & 14~15 year olds)
• German language from 6th Grade
• Spanish language from 6th Grade

Depending on the increase in the students' headcount, single-grade classes will be created, and additional teachers recruited.

MIDDLE SCHOOL CLUBS

• Reading Club: Club members meet to present books they have read during the month, based on current themes or free choice. Their presentations lead to discussions, helping students better understand and affirm their literary tastes. Once a month, club members vote for their favorite book of the month, then write a short text in French, English, and Japanese explaining their choice. This text is displayed in the library under the section "Reading Club Favorite" for other students.

• Cinema Club: this club explores the world of film. Activities include watching and discussing a variety of films (classic, contemporary, international, etc.), learning about film techniques (directing, cinematography, editing, etc.), potentially creating short films or analyzing film scripts, developing critical thinking skills related to visual media.

• Press Club: students interested in journalism and media can participate in this club. Activities involve creating a school newspaper or online publication, writing articles, conducting interviews, taking photographs, learning about journalistic ethics and responsible reporting, developing writing, communication, and teamwork skills.

• Dance Club (K-Pop, Hip-hop, etc.): this energetic club provides an opportunity for students to express themselves through dance. Activities focus on learning various dance styles, such as K-Pop, Hip-hop, and others, developing coordination, rhythm, and physical fitness, choreographing routines and performing at school events, promoting teamwork and creativity.

• Multi-Sports Club: this club offers students a chance to participate in a variety of sports and physical activities. Activities include playing team sports, trying individual sports and fitness exercises, developing sportsmanship, teamwork, and physical skills, promoting a healthy and active lifestyle.

• Rubik’s Cube, Chess & Board Games Club: students who enjoy problem-solving and board games can join this club. Activities involve learning different methods for solving Rubik's Cubes, other similar games, and playing board games, improving speedcubing skills, participating in friendly competitions and challenges.

• Dodgeball Club: this fun and active club focuses on the game of dodgeball. Activities include playing organized games of dodgeball, developing agility, throwing, and dodging skills, promoting teamwork, strategy, and sportsmanship in a playful environment.

CALENDAR

The annual program is based on the French academic calendar. From Monday to Friday, EIFJ opens at 7:30 am and closes at 8:00 pm (depending on demand and staff availability). EIFJ is closed on Japanese public holidays. Classes are not held during French school holidays, but students can come to EIFJ free of charge and be supervised by te staff. You can view the tuition fees by clicking here.

FACILITIES

• Equipped classrooms
• Meeting room
• Cafeteria
• Science laboratory
• Computer lab
• Middle school library
• Municipal sports gymnasium located a 10-minute walk away
• Rooftop terrace for all activities
• Indoor gymnasium
• Art room
• Music room

SSCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAMS FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS

During school holidays (Toussaint, Christmas, Winter, Easter, and Summer), EIFJ Middle School welcomes students in 7th, 8th, and 9th grade (ages 12 to 15).

• Students from EIFJ and other schools are welcome for a fee of 1,100 yen per day.
• EIFJ provides a calm, studious, and comfortable environment, offering access to computers, the library, the gym, the cafeteria, educational games, and more. While students enjoy autonomy, they remain under the supervision of EIFJ educational assistants at all times., including during possible field trips.
• Independent study and revision are encouraged, and students may bring their own school materials. Depending on student needs and staff availability, academic support may also be offered in various subjects such as mathematics, languages, science, and history-geography. 
• The program is designed as a flexible, social, and enriching space where students can study, relax, play, and engage in sports and water activities in a safe and welcoming atmosphere, without a structured curriculum. It is an ideal opportunity for friends to meet, collaborate, and learn together in a dynamic and supportive setting.
  

SPECIFIC INFORMATION RELATING TO THE EDUCATION PATH OF JAPANESE AND MIXED JAPANESE STUDENTS

Students’ transfers from EIFJ Tokyo to elementary, middle and high school in Japan are possible for those who wish. The double enrollment of Japanese or binational elementary students in a Japanese school and EIFJ Tokyo is recommended to comply with the education law, and equivalency is allowed through a close and permanent contact between the Japanese school and EIFJ Tokyo.