OVERVIEW
Yamawaki Gakuen was founded in 1903 by Mr. and Mrs. Yamawaki.
Mrs. Yamawaki’s husband was a prominent lawyer and she was a female activist. Yamawaki Gakuen is one of Tokyo’s leading girls’ school with a history of more than 120 years. The school is located in Akasaka, in the middle of Tokyo. However, it is about 1.5 times larger than a regular school.
Our school focuses on English education, science education, and liberal arts education.
EDUCATIONAL GOALS
I. Independence
II. Standing Ambition
III. Spirit of Collaboration
SCHEDULE
Our curriculum is based on a six year rubric (3 years for junior high school and 3 years for senior high school) and is mainly focused on the preparation of university entrance examinations.
One school year includes: Three semesters comprised of 16, 15 and 12 weeks.
Lessons are taught from Monday to Saturday. Each day had 5 periods (apart from Saturday, which is 4 periods). Each period lasts 50 minutes. Our students also participate in after school activities such as sports and cultural activities.
STUDENT BODY
Junior High School Grade 1 |
305 students |
Junior High School Grade 2 |
275 students |
Junior High School Grade 3 |
260 students |
Senior High School Grade 1 |
265 students |
Senior High School Grade 2 |
274 students |
Senior High School Grade 3 |
253 students |
Although 98% of our 1600 students are Japanese nationals, Yamawaki Gakuen is proud of the culturally rich environment present in our educational establishment.
BODY OF TEACHERS
Japanese |
18 teachers |
Social Studies |
15 teachers |
Mathematics |
18 teachers |
Science |
17 teachers |
English |
30 teachers |
Home Economics |
4 teachers |
Counselors |
2 counselors |