Curriculum Overview
A world class British preparatory education, thoughtfully designed for Tokyo. At Epsom College Tokyo, our curriculum combines academic rigour with wellbeing, enquiry, character development, and Asian heritage, creating a purposeful learning journey from Early Years to Year 6.
Grounded in the English National Curriculum and aligned across the Epsom family of schools, each stage is carefully structured to develop confidence, curiosity, independence, and readiness for the next step within the Epsom pathway.
A Curriculum with Purpose
UK Trained Teachers
Computer Science, Languages, Music, PE, are delivered by specialist educators, allowing students to experience depth, expertise, and enrichment from an early age.
Wellbeing & Enhanced PSHE
Wellbeing is embedded into daily school life through enhanced PSHE, pastoral care, movement, emotional literacy, and healthy routines that support both academic and personal development.
Japanese & Global Perspectives
Students benefit from dedicated Japanese language pathways alongside Japanese Social Studies and Global Perspectives, ensuring strong local connection within an international framework.
Ikigai & Enquiry Learning
Students are encouraged to explore purpose, curiosity, and creativity through enquiry based learning experiences designed to develop confidence, problem solving, and independent thinking.
Learn to Learn
- Exploration and enquiry led learning
- Communication and language development
- Personal, social, and emotional growth
- Establishing routines, wellbeing, and early independence
Building Strong Foundations
- Strong foundations in English and Mathematics
- Introduction to specialist subjects including music, PE, and languages
- Development of reading habits and communication skills
- Growing confidence, independence, and engagement in learning
Deepening Knowledge and Preparing for What’s Next
- Broad and academically rigorous curriculum across core and specialist subjects
- Increasing subject depth including science, humanities, and technology
- Continued development of reading, writing, and analytical skills
- Preparation for transition through strong learning habits and personal growth
Learning Beyond the Classroom
At Epsom College Tokyo, learning extends far beyond the classroom. Through a carefully designed balance of co-curricular activities, enquiry based learning, entrepreneurship, movement, and wellbeing programmes, students are encouraged to explore their interests, develop confidence, and discover a strong sense of purpose.
Pastoral development is embedded throughout the school experience, with enhanced PSHE, character education, and daily routines supporting students’ emotional wellbeing, resilience, and personal growth alongside academic progress.
Our day boarding structure, including supervised before and after school provision, provides a supportive and flexible environment for families while creating additional opportunities for guided reading, enrichment, independent study, and meaningful student engagement throughout the day.