International School of the Sacred Heart (ISSH)

International School of the Sacred Heart (ISSH) was founded in 1908 and is part of a global network of Sacred Heart schools spanning 44 countries. Located in the heart of Tokyo's Hiroo district on a lush, green campus, ISSH offers an all-girls education from Grade 1 through 12, while its kindergarten is co-educational. The school's mission is to educate women of spirit and purpose, focusing on social justice and community service.

The curriculum is diverse, offering students the choice between the IB Diploma Programme and Advanced Placement (AP) courses in the high school years. ISSH is notable for its intimate learning environment, high faculty-to-student ratio, and strong emphasis on the arts and sciences. The school has a long-standing reputation for academic rigour and for fostering a tight-knit, multi-generational alumni community.

Key Information

Curriculum
IB (DP) AP American
International Baccalaureate (IB)
  • Diploma Programme (DP) Ages 16–19
Advanced Placement
American Curriculum
Language English
Age Range 3 - 18 years
Boarding Day only
School Calendar Northern Hemisphere
Established 1908