Welcome to the Summer of Science at Joy to the World American International School!
Come join us as we explore the world of science through STEM activities, experiments, games and much more! Give your child the experience of making priceless memories all while expanding their curiosity and wonder!
Each week of our Summer Program 2025 focuses on a new area of scientific exploration, including space, water, animals, weather, plants and more! We hope you stay cool in school when the weather gets hot at Joy to the World American International School as we explore, discover and make memories during the Summer of Science!
Joy Winter 2025
🎄 Theme: Christmas Around the World
Pack your passport—it’s time to travel the globe without leaving Joy!
This winter, your child will celebrate Christmas traditions from around the world through exciting crafts, games, music, and more—all in English! From Chinese lanterns to Hawaiian wreaths, every day is a new holiday adventure.
✨ And guess what? A special surprise guest will visit on one of the days—so don’t miss it!
It’s a week (or two!) full of joy, creativity, and snowy surprises. Come join the fun!
🎨 Daily Craft Schedule – Christmas Around the World
Week 1
- Mon 12/15 – Chinese Lanterns (China)
- Tue 12/16 – Indian Tree Ornaments (India)
- Wed 12/17 – German Nutcrackers (Germany)
- Thu 12/18 – Poinsettia Painting (Mexico)
- Fri 12/19 – Around the World Picture Frame
Week 2
- Mon 12/22 – Animal Ornaments (Africa)
- Tue 12/23 – Matryoshka Dolls (Russia)
- Wed 12/24 – Hawaiian Lei Wreaths (Hawaii)
- Thu 12/25 – Santa’s Coming to Town!
- Fri 12/26 – Santa Picture Frames
+ Daily Fun:
Ukulele · Paper snowball fights · English worksheets · Games · Free play
Discount
Signing up early not only helps you save but also ensures your child’s spot in the program before it fills up.
Special Discounts (Starting July 10, 2025)
🌟 Super Early Bird (Until July 15)
- ¥10,000 OFF per week
- ¥2,000 OFF per day
🐧 Early Bird (Until July 31)
- ¥5,000 OFF per week
- ¥1,000 OFF per day
Only one discount applies — the best available one will be used.
- Super Early Bird Ends: July 22, 2025
- Early Bird Ends: July 31, 2025
- Bus Request: Nov 28, 2025 (3 p.m.)
- Final Registration: Dec 1, 2025 (3 p.m.)
Important Dates
Details
Dates:
- Week 1: December 15–19, 2025
- Week 2: December 22–26, 2025
Elementary Class available only during Week 2
Age Groups:
- PreK Class: 12 months – 2 years old
- Kinder Class: 3 – 6 years old
- Elementary Class: 1st – 5th Grade (Week 2 only)
Times:
- Regular Program: 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
- Free Extended Care: 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
- Paid Morning Extended Care: 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (+¥1,300)
- Paid Afternoon Extended Care (Week 1 Only): 3:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. (+¥3,000)
Location: Joy to the World 2nd & 4th Floor
Tuition
Program Tuition:
- Per Week: ¥59,000 per week
- Per Day: ¥14,000 per day
Extended Care:
Optional paid morning extended care. (Week 1 and Week 2)
- 8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. (+¥1,300 per day)
Optional paid afternoon extended care. (Week 1 only)
- 3:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. (+¥3,000 per day)
Notes
- Tuition includes lunch
- No extended care past 3:00 p.m. during the Winter Program.
- If late sign-up are accepted after December 1, 2025, there will be a ¥1000 service fee.
Bus Service:
Optional bus service. Bus service request required.
Per Week
- One-Way: ¥4,250 per week
- Round-Trip: ¥6,500 per week
Per Day
- One-Way: ¥850 per day
- Round-Trip: ¥1,300 per day
🛠 Bus Maintenance Fee:
A flat fee of ¥750 per week is required for all bus users, regardless of one-way/round-trip or number of days used.
Rules
- Discount Rules: Early Bird discounts apply only if the invoice is paid by the due date. Late payment will void the discount unless you contact the office in advance.
- Bus Sign-Ups: No late bus sign-ups are accepted after the deadline.
- Food Allergies: Children with food allergies may need to bring their own food or supplement the provided lunch. There will be no change in tuition.
- Program Changes: There is a ¥2,000 fee for class changes. Please call to request a “Change of Status” form. Keep in mind, some changes may not be possible due to availability.
- Bus Schedule Changes: There is a ¥5,000 fee for changes to the bus schedule. The pick-up and drop-off location and time must be consistent throughout the week. Any variations will incur the change fee.
- Invoicing and Payment: We will issue invoices within three days of registration. All fees are due seven days after registration.
Refunds & Cancellations:
- Refunds or make-up days are not available for absences, late arrivals, early departures, or missed bus service.
- To cancel, send and email to announcements@joy-connect.com with your child's name, date of registration, and reason for canceling.
- We will process refunds or credits after approximately two weeks.
Cancellation fees are based on your signup date:
- Within 24 hours: No cancellation fee.
- Within 6 Days: 25% of total tuition and fees
- Between 7 and 14 Days: 50% of total tuition and fees
- 15 Days or Later: 100% of total tuition and fees.
Late Sign-Ups:
If accepted after the final deadline, a ¥1,000 service fee will apply.
