Holistic Education
The KBH 4Cs model — a transformative educational experience that goes beyond academic excellence, already running in Singapore and Thailand.
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A KBH campus is planned for Semboku, Akita — not yet open.
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Planned campus · Semboku, Akita Prefecture
A Knightsbridge House school for Japan
Where Your Brighter Future Begins
We are planning our first campus in Japan: an affordable, high-quality Cambridge international education in a tranquil corner of Akita — trilingual, small by design, and built around the whole child.
About the school
An exceptional education, within reach
Knightsbridge House (KBH) International School, originating from Singapore, offers an exceptional educational experience centred on holistic development, affordability, and personalised learning. Our mission is to nurture well-rounded, innovative global citizens by combining a strong academic foundation with character building, cultural awareness, and the essential competencies for success in today’s world.
Since our founding in 2021, KBH International School has grown rapidly — from just five students to over 1,000 today across our campuses, all with minimal marketing. Our success is driven by the trust and recommendations of satisfied parents.
Following strong demand at our Thailand campus, we intend to bring the same model to Japan. The planned campus in Semboku, Akita sits in a tranquil, picturesque setting — and we hope it will be the first of several in the country.
2021Founded
1,000+Students across KBH
2Countries operating
120Planned capacity, Semboku
Why KBH Japan
Four reasons families choose us
Affordable Excellence
High-quality international education priced to be genuinely accessible to ordinary families.
Indicative feesMultilingual Advantage
Teaching in English, with Japanese and Chinese — a competitive edge for admission to top universities at home and abroad.
Our curriculumPersonalised Attention
Small campus, caring teachers — sized so that every student receives personalised care and attention.
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Programmes
A complete Cambridge pathway
The planned offer runs from Year 7 through to university entrance, taught in English with Japanese and Mandarin throughout.
Cambridge Lower Secondary
Ages 11–14 · Years 7–9. A three-year programme laying strong foundations for higher-level learning.
DetailsCambridge IGCSE
Ages 14–16 · Years 10–11. A two-year stepping stone to advanced qualifications.
DetailsCambridge A Level
Ages 16–19 · Years 12–13. A two-year advanced programme preparing students for university.
DetailsESL Programme
For students new to English or with limited proficiency — placement by proficiency, not by age.
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Where things stand
Our plans for Semboku
Knightsbridge House Japan is a planned school. The Semboku campus is not yet open and we are not currently accepting applications or enrolling students.
Establishing an international school in Japan depends on regulatory approvals, and we are working through that process now. We would rather say so plainly than publish a date we cannot stand behind.
What we can say: the intended location, the curriculum we would teach, and the fee level we are aiming for are all set out on this site. If that is of interest to your family, register your interest — we will write to you directly when there is something concrete to share, and those on the list will hear first.
“We strive to be the leader in affordable high-quality international education.”
Knightsbridge House International School
Interested in KBH Japan?
The Semboku campus is still in planning. Register your interest and we will contact you directly as soon as we can confirm an opening date.