Welcome to The Prep School
A world-class British prep education
Grounded in the values and heritage of Epsom College UK, every aspect of the Prep School experience is intentionally designed to prepare students not only for the next stage of education, but for life beyond the classroom.
Life at the Prep School
Gain a closer insight into life at the Prep School at Epsom College Tokyo set to open its doors Autumn 2027. See how our students will learn, grow, and thrive within a nurturing and purposeful environment, and discover the experiences that will shape their journey from the very beginning.
Watch the video of the Prep School at our sister school, Epsom College Malaysia to explore more.
The Epsom Approach
At Epsom College Tokyo, education is designed to extend beyond academic achievement alone. Our Prep School combines British academic rigour with enquiry based learning, wellbeing, creativity, and character development, ensuring students grow in confidence, curiosity, and independence from an early age.
Distinctive elements of the Prep School experience include:
- Enquiry and Ikigai inspired learning
- Enhanced wellbeing and pastoral education
- Specialist teaching across key subjects
- Japanese language and global perspectives
- Strong reading and communication culture
- Co-curricular enrichment and movement
- A structured pathway within the Epsom family of schools
This carefully balanced approach ensures students are prepared not only for future academic success, but for meaningful and purposeful lives in a global environment.
Beyond the Classroom (CCAs)
Learning continues beyond the classroom through a carefully balanced programme of co-curricular activities, movement, enquiry, wellbeing, and creative exploration.
Students are encouraged to discover new interests, develop resilience and collaboration, and build confidence through experiences that support both personal growth and academic development.
The extended school day and day boarding structure also provide opportunities for guided reading, enrichment, independent learning, and meaningful engagement within a well supported environment.
Subjects
Our curriculum is broad, balanced, and rooted in the English National Curriculum, designed to develop strong academic foundations alongside creativity, wellbeing, and global awareness.
Students engage in a wide range of subjects, including:
- English
- Mathematics
- Science
- Humanities
- Art
- Personal, Social and Health Education (PSHE)
- Physical Education
- Computer Science
- Japanese (First Language and Second Language pathways)
- Global Perspectives / Japanese Social Studies
- Drama
- Music
Homework
At Epsom, we believe homework is approached with balance and purpose. While students are given regular tasks, these are carefully managed to remain appropriate and manageable, ensuring time for rest, family, and wider interests.
A strong emphasis is placed on reading, which underpins all areas of learning. Students are encouraged to explore a wide range of texts, developing not only fluency and comprehension, but also curiosity, critical thinking, and a genuine enjoyment of reading.
As students progress through the Prep School, homework gradually supports the development of independence, organisation, and responsibility, preparing them for the expectations of the next stage of their education.
A Day as a Prep School Student
Preparing for the Next Stage
Every stage of the Prep School journey is intentionally designed to prepare students for future progression within the Epsom pathway.
By combining academic foundations with character development, wellbeing, enquiry, and independence, students leave the Prep School ready for the next stage of their education with confidence, curiosity, and a strong sense of purpose.
