We are Ishikawa Hope International School　

About Our School

Overview

At our international school, we believe every child deserves an education that opens doors- to new language, new cultures, and a future full of possibilities.

Learning that Inspires

From hands-on projects to arts, STEM, and inquiry-based learning, we design experiences that spark curiosity and help students discover their unique strengths.

Global Education

Students develop natural fluency in languages through interactive lessons, collaborate activities, and meaningful communication. Language becomes more than a subject- it becomes a way of life.

Skills for the Future

Our Principle

Education is the foundation of our future, and by providing children with global perspectives. we not only equip them with knowledge but also foster empathy, understanding, and respect for diverse cultures. We believe that these are necessary skills in our increasingly interconnected world.

ACCREDITATION

IHI is being assisted by BC Christian Academy (BCCA) in British Columbia, Canada.

IHI has plans to receive assistance from Myron B. Thompson Academy in Honolulu, Hawaii. https://www.mbta.me/

IHI is in the process of accreditation by the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI). ACSI is committed to instilling knowledge, wisdom, and a biblical worldview in students trained to love God and contribute to the public good.

AFFILIATIONS

Children will be registered in their local public elementary and middle schools, yet the children will be attending IHI every day. The children will be recognized for attending school by going to IHI. They will not be marked absent. Children will be recognized for finishing elementary school and middle school by attending IHI.

High-school students will be registered in Aioi Gakuin, and will receive a high school diploma by attending IHI.

Facilities

Small Indoor Gym

Children have access to the indoor gym during break time and during inclement weather. Children enjoy playing baseball, soccer, pickle ball, tag, and other games in the indoor gym.

Library

IHI has a large selection of English books available for children to read during break time and after school. Children can also take the books home if they wish. IHI can also borrow 100 books from the Uchinada Library and keep the books for up to three months. We intend to expose the children to many books.

Playground

There is a playground one to two minute walk from the school. Children are allowed to play at the playground with the supervision of a teacher. Gym class is sometimes held at the park.

Eating Area

IHI is blessed to have a large kitchen and eating area for all the children. Most teachers present that day and all the students share meals together. This allows for informal sharing, support, and mentoring.

Our History
1980s — 2024

1980s

Vision to begin a school

2011

Public school teacher Mrs. Sumie Shimizu affirmed the vision and moved to Uchinada to start serve at church. She started helping young people, who were not able to go to school, connecting to elder people. She passed away after three years.  

The vision was again affirmed by present Pastor Sakai.


2016

Pastor Hayashi validated the same vision.
 

2018

The concept of beginning an international school was shared in the church general meeting. 


2022.3

Pastor  Hayashi requests the church to pray  for the beginning of the school. 

2023.2

Non Profit Organization "Hope" is started to start the school. 

2023.4

Preliminary opening of IHI.

2024.4

Grand Opening of IHI.