Welcome

Dr. Yuko Muir is an International Psychologist.
Dr. Muir founded Yoyogi International School in 1999 with a vision to provide a first-class education for the international community in Tokyo. She established a learning environment where children feel safe, secure, and confident, which she believes is essential for meaningful and enduring learning.
Since its founding, Dr. Muir has guided the school in serving more than 2,000 international families, remaining deeply committed to academic excellence, student well-being, and fostering a warm and inspiring educational community.

Welcome to Yoyogi International School, a learning community distinguished by academic excellence, intellectual curiosity, and a warm respect for the individuality of every student. We believe that education is a lifelong pursuit—one that shapes not only knowledge and skill, but character, purpose, and confidence.

At Yoyogi-is, we offer a rigorous and thoughtfully designed academic program that challenges students to think critically, inquire deeply, and engage meaningfully with the world. Guided by our core values of being curious, confident, and compassionate, students are supported in developing intellectual independence alongside empathy and responsibility.

Equally central to our mission is a safe, nurturing, and genuinely warm environment in which students are known, valued, and encouraged to grow with confidence and integrity. Through high expectations, thoughtful guidance, and care, we cultivate resilience, creativity, and the courage to learn from challenge.

Our exceptional faculty are at the heart of this work. Drawing on expertise from leading educational institutions around the world, our teachers uphold the highest academic standards while building trusting relationships that inspire students to take ownership of their learning and exceed their own expectations.

Choosing a school is among the most important decisions a family will make. Whether you are new to Yoyogi International School or a long-standing member of our community, I invite you to experience an education defined by academic rigor, warmth, and enduring values—preparing students not only for future success, but for lives of meaning and contribution.

Warm regards,

Founder and CEO
Yuko Muir, Ph.D.

Welcome to Yoyogi International School!

Nestled in the heart of Shibuya, with Yoyogi Park at our doorstep, Yoyogi International School has, for more than 25 years, been committed to learning excellence, fostering international-mindedness, serving the community, and providing an inclusive and progressive learning environment for all.

Yoyogi International School is a place where young people are encouraged and nurtured to become Curious, Confident, and Compassionate.

Curious lifelong learners who develop a passion for learning, maintain a balanced range of interests and learning experiences, and apply their knowledge and skills to both current contexts and those that may not yet exist in today’s rapidly changing world.

Confident change-makers who are willing to explore new ideas, challenge their own thinking and the thinking of others, and understand that creating positive change requires us to take well-informed risks.

Compassionate global leaders who demonstrate empathy, understanding, and care for others, and who actively contribute to both their local communities and the wider global society.

Great schools are built on strong relationships, collective expertise, and a passion for education and young people. Teaching and learning experiences are visible, purposeful, engaging, and appropriately challenging, empowering every student to grow with confidence and curiosity. Our community works collaboratively, sharing knowledge, supporting one another, and fostering a culture of trust, mutual respect, and inclusion. Reflection and continuous improvement are embedded in our daily practice, encouraging us to learn from experience and continually refine what we do.

Innovation is welcomed, and thoughtful risk-taking is fostered and celebrated. We want our students and staff to feel confident exploring new ideas, embracing challenges, and pursuing opportunities for growth. Accordingly, we recognise that high expectations must be balanced with genuine care for wellbeing, ensuring that every member of our community feels valued, supported, and able to thrive.

Growth and improvement as a shared responsibility. Success is not achieved individually but through the collective efforts of students, staff, and families working together with a common purpose. By celebrating progress, embracing learning, and maintaining a commitment to excellence, we continue to strengthen our community and create meaningful opportunities for every learner.

My hope is  when your son or daughter joins Yoyogi International School, they will experience a strong sense of belonging, where curiosity and lifelong learning are celebrated, and where every member of our community is empowered to learn, grow, contribute, and flourish in a fast-paced, ever-changing global world.

Warmest regards,

Head of School
Paul Evan Apostolou