Laurus International School of Science

What Laurus International School of Science does

Laurus International School of Science is a private, founder-led international school founded in 2001 and headquartered in Minato-ku, Tokyo, operating 9 campuses across Tokyo and Kanagawa prefectures. It serves approximately 1,400+ students spanning Preschool (ages 1.5–6) through Upper Secondary (ages 14–18) with a continuous STEM-focused learning pathway, delivered by 300+ educators and staff. The school is positioned as the only international science-specialized school in Japan, layering its proprietary Laurus Innovator Program — a 6-pillar framework (curiosity, passion, self-reliance, creativity, communication, resilience) — on top of the Cambridge International Education curriculum (Cambridge Primary, Lower Secondary, IGCSE, and A-Level). Purpose-built science-themed facilities at the Shiba campus include Ocean (7F), Planet Earth (8F), Singularity (9F), and Ad Astra (10F) floors with a rooftop observatory, Life Library, and maker spaces.

The business model is a subscription-recurring tuition model, with annual tuition of ¥2,100,000–¥2,200,000 for Secondary (rising to ¥2,420,000 from September 2026), supplemented by one-time enrollment fees and recurring auxiliary fees (digital learning, educational management, facility, device, materials). Revenue is diversified across afterschool and Saturday School enrichment, seasonal Spring/Summer/Winter camps and programs open to external families, dual-language online sub-brands (Laurus Online Academy and eLaurus), and ancillary services (uniforms, bus, lunch). Go-to-market is direct-to-consumer through on-campus information sessions, school tours, a formal admission process (entrance exams in English, Math, and Essay plus parent interviews), participation in international education fairs, and experiential conversion via seasonal programs. The school is accredited as a Cambridge International School (since 2019), a CIS member (2024), and a Round Square Candidate School (2026), with reciprocal partnerships with three Australian schools supporting international exchange.

Name

Laurus International School of Science

Legal name

Laurus International School of Science

Website

https://laurus-school.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Laurus International School of Science is a private, founder-led Japan-based K-12 international school operating 9 campuses across Tokyo and Kanagawa, serving 1,400+ students aged 1.5–18 with a STEM-focused Cambridge International curriculum anchored by its proprietary Laurus Innovator Program.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

International K-12 STEM Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

International/Global Curriculum Schools (IB, Cambridge, etc.) (EDAJABAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

International Curriculum Early Learning Academies (e.g., IB Early Years) (EDACADAK), Science & STEM Instruction (School-Delivered) (EDAJAFAH)

Keywords

• International K-12 education
• STEM curriculum programs
• Cambridge IGCSE A-Level
• Preschool kindergarten education
• Enrichment afterschool programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Tokyo

HQ country

Japan

HQ region

Asia

Offices10 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Academic Tuition: Annual tuition fees for academic programs spanning Preschool to Upper Secondary. Tuition is charged on an annual basis with options for term-based payments. Revenue represents the primary income stream supporting school operations.
2. Enrichment Programs: Revenue from afterschool activities (STEM Academy, Ballet, Art, Music, Digital Creative, Physical Education, ESL), Saturday School, and seasonal programs (Spring, Summer, Winter camps/schools/programs) open to both Laurus and external students.
3. Auxiliary Fees: Additional revenue streams including enrollment fees, digital learning fees, educational management fees, facility usage fees, device usage fees, textbook/materials fees, uniform sales, and optional school bus and lunch services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Laurus International School of Science provides a continuous STEM-focused international education from Preschool (ages 1.5-6) through Upper Secondary (ages 14-18) across 9 campuses in Tokyo and Kanagawa, Japan. The core offering is the Cambridge International curriculum (Cambridge Primary, Lower Secondary, IGCSE, and A-Level) integrated with the proprietary Laurus Innovator Program that develops 6 innovator qualities through inquiry- and project-based learning. Surrounding the academic core are enrichment products (afterschool programs, Saturday School, seasonal camps, online academies) and a comprehensive university preparation pathway.

Product overview

Laurus International School of Science is a K-12 international STEM-focused school in Tokyo and Kanagawa, Japan, operating 9 campuses. Its core offering is a Cambridge International-aligned curriculum spanning Cambridge Primary (ages 6-11), Cambridge Lower Secondary (ages 11-14), and the Cambridge IGCSE (Year 10-11) / A-Level (Year 12-13) pathway. The school layers its proprietary Laurus Innovator Program onto the Cambridge framework, developing 6 innovator qualities (curiosity, passion, self-reliance, creativity, communication, resilience) through inquiry-based and project-based learning. Enrichment products include Afterschool and Saturday School programs (Ballet, Science, STEM Academy, Digital Creative, ESL, and more), Seasonal Programs (Summer, Spring, Winter camps/schools for ages 1.5-15), a Frontiers Mentorship Program, STEAM Fair, and the Mother & Toddler Program. Two online sub-brands — Laurus Online Academy and eLaurus — extend learning digitally. The school also integrates the Duke of Edinburgh Award, Round Square global network, and university preparation courses into its Upper Secondary program.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• eLaurus: Online platform for early learners providing digital early childhood education content.
• Laurus Online Academy

Products and services

• Preschool & Kindergarten Program Early childhood STEM education for children ages 1.5-6, providing English-language immersion and science-based learning through play and exploration across 8 Preschool & Kindergarten campuses in Tokyo and Kanagawa.
• Cambridge Primary Program Primary school program for Years 2-6 (ages 6-11) combining STEM curriculum with the Cambridge Primary framework, integrating project-based learning across core subjects.
• Cambridge Lower Secondary Program Cambridge Lower Secondary international curriculum for Year 7-9 students (ages 11-14), covering core subjects with STEM focus and first exposure to university preparation.
• Cambridge IGCSE Program Two-year program (Year 10-11) preparing students for Cambridge IGCSE international examinations, recognized by universities in 195+ countries and Japan's MEXT.
• Cambridge A-Level Program Two-year advanced program (Year 12-13) offering Cambridge A-Level qualifications for university entrance, with specialization in 3-4 subjects.
• Afterschool Program After-school enrichment program including Ballet, Dance & Performing Arts, Art, Music/Piano, Science, Digital Creative (Minecraft: Education Edition), STEM Academy, ESL, PE, and Frontiers Program for Secondary School students, open to non-Laurus students.
• Saturday School English-language learning program held on Saturdays, covering STEM and various subjects to improve English literacy, open to non-Laurus students.
• Seasonal Programs (Summer, Spring, Winter Camps/Schools/Programmes) Seasonal camps and programs for ages 1.5-15, including Spring Camp (ages 1.5-6), Spring School (ages 6-11), Spring Program (ages 11-15), Summer Camp/School/Programme, and Winter programs, open to non-Laurus students as an entry point to the main academic programs.
• Mother & Toddler Program Parent-child program for children aged 10-18 months, introducing early learning through English immersion.
• Laurus Online Academy Online learning platform offering English-language education remotely, complementing Laurus's in-person programs.
• eLaurus for Early Learners Digital learning platform for preschool and early childhood learners (ages 1.5+), providing English-language and STEM content online.

Quantifiable outcome

• 195+ countries recognize Cambridge IGCSE/A-Level qualifications at 2,200+ universities
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• Round SquarecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 February 2026Global network of 240+ schools in 50+ countries focused on experiential learning, IDEALS (democracy, environmentalism, adventure, leadership, service) principles. Provides exchange opportunities, conferences, and collaborative projects.
• NPO Mirai no Mori (未来の森)supportingStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Partnership with NPO specializing in outdoor education and leadership programs. Students, parents, and staff participate together in community service activities, combining school community with social contribution.
• St. Aidan's Anglican Girls' SchoolcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 June 2025Partnership with Australian all-girls school providing international exchange opportunities, student exchanges, and cultural immersion programs. Students from St. Aidan's visit Laurus for exchange experiences.
• Brisbane Boys' CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Australian boys' school enabling international educational exchange and cultural programs between the two institutions.
• Clayfield CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Australian co-educational school (Kindergarten to Year 12) providing international network and exchange opportunities for students.
• Cambridge International EducationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLaurus became a Cambridge International School in 2019. Cambridge provides international education programs, examinations, and qualifications (IGCSE, A-Level) recognized by universities worldwide. Cambridge Primary, Lower Secondary, IGCSE, and A-Level programs are delivered.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves15 records

Expansion highlights19 records

Regional players

• Stamford American International School: Large American international school in Hong Kong offering K-12 with IB and AP pathways. Comparable STEM-oriented international school operating model in Asia; serves as a regional benchmark for premium international school positioning and scale.
• Yokohama International School: International school in Yokohama serving K-12 with IB curriculum. Competes for the same broader Tokyo metropolitan area family base outside of Laurus's Kanagawa locations; comparable tuition and educational philosophy.

Direct peers

• Aoba-Japan International School: Large international school network in Tokyo offering IB and Cambridge-based programs across multiple campuses. Direct competitor for Cambridge-credentialed pathway enrollment and similar broad K-12 international school positioning.
• Nishimachi International School: Tokyo-based international school serving K-9 (with growing upper grades) with an American-style curriculum and strong Japanese cultural program. Comparable mid-sized international school profile and similar parent demographic; competes for the same pool of Japanese families seeking international education.
• KAIS International School Tokyo: Smaller international school in Tokyo offering English-language K-12 education. Operates in the same local market with similar tuition band, serving as a direct alternative for families considering Laurus.
• British School in Tokyo (BST): Long-established international school in Tokyo serving ages 3-18 with a British curriculum. Most direct competitor for expatriate and Japanese families seeking English-language international education in Tokyo; overlaps with Laurus on the IGCSE/A-Level pathway and serves the same affluent Tokyo demographic.
• American School in Japan (ASIJ): Premier American international school in Chofu, Tokyo, providing K-12 education with IB Diploma program. Comparable size and premium positioning, with established university placement track record. The dominant incumbent Laurus must differentiate against for U.S./global university-bound students.
• Canadian International School Tokyo: Mid-sized international school in Tokyo offering K-12 education with Canadian curriculum and English instruction. Direct competitor for the same affluent Tokyo family segment, with similar tuition profile and STEM-focused positioning.

Broad incumbents

• United World Colleges (UWC): Global network of 18 K-12 international schools with shared IB curriculum and experiential learning philosophy. Comparable to Laurus in international-mindedness and global university placement focus, though operates at a broader, more institutional scale.

Others

• Veracross (school management platform): School management platform used by Laurus (visible via Laurus Portal at portals.veracross.au/laurus). Not a competitor but a peer/adopter in the international school ecosystem and an enabler for digital operations of premium international schools.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/2016LISS
• Instagraminstagram.com/laurus_international
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/laurus-international-school-of-science

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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