Students can attend classes according to their lifestyle

Classes at Nisai generally start in the afternoon, allowing learners to choose a subject schedule that suits their lifestyle.
Here is a typical day in the life of one student.

Student A: a homeschooled student attending the NS1 course. She is not good at waking up early in the morning.

Student B: a homeschooled student attending NS2

Programs that can be taken from no English skills.

At Nisai, students with no English skills can develop their English to a level where they are ready for international courses through a combination of the CEFR program and Units of Sound (e-tools) over a long period of time.

At Nisai, we combine the "Units of Sound" E-tool with the CEFR program to develop English proficiency in beginners. By nurturing English skills over the long term, students can progress to the CEFR A2 program, Booster courses, or even the International course thereafter.

Opening up the path not only to Japanese universities but also to overseas universities

Cambridge International AS & A Levels (A Levels) are recognized as passports to success in education, university, and employment. The Cambridge International Advanced Subsidiary Levels (AS Levels) and Cambridge International Advanced Levels (A Levels) are subject-based qualification exams taken over two years in high school. The A-Level program is a two-year course aimed at students aged 16-19 (high school students) before entering university. Completion of the AS Level program requires one year of study, and completion of the A-Level program requires a total of two years, including the AS program. Evaluations and international qualification exams are conducted at the end of each program's academic year.

For students who wish to enter a Japanese university

During the final two years of high school, students undertake the A-Level program, concurrently developing strong English proficiency as a valuable asset for their desired university admissions. Upon completion of the Cambridge International A-Level, English proficiency becomes at least equivalent to CEFR C1 level (Eiken grade 1). With this level of English proficiency, students can pursue advanced qualifications such as Cambridge Assessment English or Eiken for Japanese university admissions. Additionally, students simultaneously develop skills essential for university, such as problem-solving and critical thinking.

For students who wish to enter a university abroad

Students select subjects such as English, English literature, mathematics, economics, and psychology to develop the academic skills necessary for their desired university admissions. Over a period of two years, they study these subjects more intensively in English, cultivating problem-solving skills and critical thinking. In the A-Level program, students cover content up to the level of first-year university courses in Japan.
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Our online classroom adopts a system where faces are not visible.

Opportunities to attend classes via Zoom and other online conferencing tools have increased. Most of these classes utilize systems where faces are visible. However, Nisai's class introduces a system where faces are invisible to each other.

At first glance, some may feel worried about faces being invisible. However, with the advancement of online education during the COVID-19 pandemic, data on effective online education has been made public. It has also been proved that there are drawbacks of faces being visible in terms of learning effectiveness.

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Showing faces consumes a significant amount of data, leading to a time lag. Therefore, attention can be scattered, resulting in reduced learning effectiveness. In other words, in online education, it cannot be said that "seeing faces improves educational effectiveness."

The reason behind Nisai's adoption of a "faceless" class system lies here. After 25 years of pursuing online education to enhance educational effectiveness and ensure participation for students with diverse backgrounds, the conclusion was reached that "not seeing faces is preferable." Additionally, the class duration is set to 30 minutes to maintain a high concentration of students. Cambridge's recognition of Nisai as the world's first fully online school also stems from this "high educational effectiveness."

Nisai's communication tools during class consist of three components:

Students utilize these communication tools to progress in their learning. Through this system, children naturally learn how to engage in communication with teachers and other students, leading to increased expressive and vocabulary skills.

A maximum class size is 12 students (up to 15 in some cases). Therefore, teachers can focus on each student, tailoring lessons and assignments accordingly. Additionally, all classes are recorded, allowing teachers to thoroughly understand students' learning progress through chat records and contributions. This facilitates ongoing education research for teachers. This meticulous and high-quality education is a significant feature of Nisai's educational approach.

Students are placed in classes according to their abilities, making grade skipping possible.

Placement in the most suitable class is determined by ability rather than age. Moreover, one of the unique features of Nisai is the ability to skip grades in individual subjects.

For example, Student C, a middle school student attending the NS course, excels in Math at the age of 13.

Student C demonstrates exceptional ability in mathematics, surpassing the level typically covered in Japanese schools. Thanks to Nisai's grade skipping option, Student C studies Math in a class one year ahead of their age group.

Students can obtain IGCSE and A-Level qualifications that are internationally recognised.

About IGCSE

The IGCSE is a qualification that certifies completion of compulsory education in the United Kingdom and is one of the most popular international qualifications worldwide. Additionally, it is often required by multinational corporations for employment.

In the IGCSE Middle School Course, we offer a two-year IGCSE program designed for students aged 14 to 16 (middle school students). Each learning program follows the UK curriculum and is designed to prepare students for Key Stage 5 AS and A-Level (high school courses).

About A-level

In the A-Level High School Course, we offer a two-year AS and A-Level program designed for students aged 16 to 19 (high school students) before entering university education.

Completion of the AS Level program requires one year of study, and completion of the A-Level program requires a total of two years, including the AS program. Evaluations and international qualification exams are conducted at the end of each program's academic year. The international qualifications, AS & A-Level, are recognized by educational institutions worldwide as a university entrance　qualifications.

Options for high school admissions

Pattern 1: Taking high school entrance examinations in Japan

The IGCSE international qualification is recognized as proof of completion of compulsory education in the United Kingdom. Unfortunately, in Japan, there are no established regulations treating IGCSE qualifications similarly to middle school graduation qualifications under the law. Therefore, each school to decide independently. Typically, students are treated as international school students and often take school-specific exams. With English proficiency at CEFR B2 level (equivalent to JLPT Level 1), achieving IGCSE certification undoubtedly serves as a strong asset during high school entrance examinations. Furthermore, experiences gained through IGCSE studies greatly benefit students progressing to the high school division of international schools or the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (DP).

Pattern 2: Pursuing overseas university admission or employment in international corporations with international qualifications such as IGCSE or A-Levels instead of Japanese high school graduation qualifications

IGCSE certifies completion of compulsory education in the UK, while A-Levels certify advanced education attainment. Achieving B grades or higher in five subjects in IGCSE allows entry into foundation programs at various universities. Such qualifications are highly sought after by multinational corporations, often being a prerequisite for employment.

A-Levels are widely recognized by universities worldwide as admission qualifications, thus expanding the options for overseas university admission. Beyond Japanese university admissions, the expanded options for international university admission also offer a significant advantage from a global career perspective. Graduating from English-speaking universities increases job opportunities in English-speaking companies. As 東京 is recognized as "TOKYO" in English-speaking countries, obtaining IGCSE or A-Level qualifications significantly broadens employment prospects. This is the primary advantage of obtaining international qualifications such as IGCSE or A-Levels.

Options for university admissions

Pattern 1: Taking university entrance exams in Japan (Using A-Levels or standardized exams)

In Japan, A-Levels are institutionalized as qualifications for university admission. They are recognized similarly to Japanese high school graduation. Thus, they require candidates to take the same university entrance exams or standardized exams as those who graduated from Japanese high schools.

Cambridge International and the International Baccalaureate are known as the two major international education organizations. While the International Baccalaureate is well-known in Japan, A-Levels are also globally recognized as qualifications, similar to the International Baccalaureate. For international universities, admission may be determined based on A-level grades, high school grades, extracurricular activities, and other factors.

Moreover, achieving A-Level certification corresponds to CEFR C1 level (equivalent to JLPT Level 1) in English proficiency, providing significant advantages in English exams. With the increasing availability of English degree programs, students can significantly benefit from A-Levels in Japanese university entrance exams.

Pattern 2: Pursuing overseas university admission with A-Level

Cambridge A-Level qualifications are recognized by universities and employers worldwide. Cambridge International AS & A Levels are acknowledged by UCAS, various universities in the UK, and overseas institutions as having equivalent standards and grades to those taken by students in the UK. Students use Cambridge International AS & A Levels to gain admission to top universities worldwide, including in the UK, Ireland, the US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, India, Singapore, Egypt, Jordan, South Africa, the Netherlands, Germany, and Spain.

In the US and Canada, excellent performers in Cambridge International A-Level subjects may receive credits for one year of university courses.