Summer School Program (Tachikawa / Elementary School)

Global Step Academy International School (GSAIS) is hosting holiday camps where children can experience the lessons and activities of an international school in a global environment. This year, we are introducing many brand-new subjects!

Students joining the Elementary Course will be able to experience the unique curriculum of GSA After School, which is full of new exciting challenges that are going to be a chance for personal growth. Our program makes the best use of the know-how and achievements of Global Step Academy International School to offer a unique education based on English and sports.

Classes are conducted by experienced native English speakers to encourage diversity and mindfulness through the interactions of teachers and students of different nationalities and mother tongues.

Elementary Course

DateTerm 1: July 22nd (Tue) ~ 25th (Fri)
Term 2: July 28th ~ August 1st (Fri)
Term 3: August 4th (Mon) ~ 8th (Fri)
Term 4: August 18th (Mon) ~ 22nd (Fri)
Term 5: August 25th (Mon) ~ 29th (Fri)
Lesson TimeRegular Course: 9:00 - 15:30
Full Course: 9:00 - 18:00
PlaceGlobal Step Academy International School Tachikawa
AgeElementary School (Grade 1 to Grade 6)
For the kindergarten program, click here.
Classes1 Class / 18 students per class
※Students of different ages share the same class.
※One more class might be added depending on the number of applications.
※In the case of multiple classes, students are divided by several factors such as English learning experience.
PricesRegular Course: ¥60,000 / week (5 days)
※Term 1: ¥50,000 / week (4 days)
Full Course: ¥80,000 / week (5 days)
※Term 1: ¥66,000 / week (4 days)
DiscountStudents who are part of the GSA Community can benefit from a 10% discount:
・Global Step Academy online students (light plan or more).
・GSA After School students.
・Global Step Academy International School, SOLTILO GSA International School, BUDDY GSA International School graduates (only students with a graduation certificate are eligible).

Enter this code if you are eligible: GSACOMMUNITYSEASONAL10
Optional ServicesLunch: ¥4,000 (5 days)
※Term 1: ¥3,200 (4 days)

Curriculum Outline

Earth Science
Throughout these exciting lessons, we will learn about a variety of topics within science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics. Students challenge their knowledge while guiding their teacher through fun and exciting game-based challenges.

Art Program
In our art course, children will explore a different genre and style each week. They will examine and discuss artwork, take virtual gallery tours, participate in fun interactive games and quizzes, and practice various techniques. Students will finish each term by applying their new knowledge and creating their own custom artwork.

Term 1
Game-Based Geometry

Attention all budding mathematicians and artists!
Get ready to explore the fascinating world of shapes and patterns!  Join us as we dive into the world of shapes through exciting game-based learning.

In this class, you will:

  • Learn space vocabulary like pattern, 3D, and repetition.
  • Read fiction and nonfiction stories about math and geometry.
  • We will learn about different types of shapes and how they fit together to create beautiful patterns. 
  • Get ready to expand your creativity and imagination!

Term 3
Game-Based Archaeology

Are you ready to search for the lost wonders of the world?
Join us on an exploration of dinosaurs and their bones through a game-based journey.

In this class, you will:

  • Learn space vocabulary like herbivore, carnivore, and Jurassic era.
  • Read fiction and nonfiction stories about dinosaurs.
  • Interact with 3D Dinosaur Models.
  • Explore dinosaur habitats

Term 5
Game-Based Fantasy

Come one, come all to a faraway land!
Explore the magical world of  princesses, castles and fairy tales.  Join us as we venture into the world of fantasy through exciting game-based learning.

In this class, you will:

  • Learn fairy tale vocabulary like princess, antagonist, and hero.
  • Read fairy tales.
  • Guide your teacher through the challenges to reach the castle and save the princess.
  • Learn about world creation 
  • Write a fairy tale 

Term 2
Game-Based Physics

Attention all budding scientists!
What is energy? In this fun series, learn all about the different types of energy, where energy comes from, renewable vs non-renewable energy, and how to conserve energy.
Join us as we dive into the world of energy through exciting game-based learning.

In this class, you will:

  • Learn space vocabulary like kinetic, renewable, and conservation.
  • Read fiction and nonfiction stories related to the use of energy.
  • Determine energy use and examine its conservation.
  • Identify clean energy sources. 

Term 4
Game-Based Astronomy

Attention all budding scientists!
Join us on an exciting adventure into the depths of the Milky Way Galaxy!  Join us as we explore the depths of space in an exciting game-based learning.

In this class, you will:

  • Learn space vocabulary like solar system, gravity and planet.
  • Read fiction and nonfiction stories about space adventures.
  • View a cool video showing just how small Earth is.
  • Watch the creation of a colorful galaxy that you can recreate at home.
  • Complete a downloadable worksheet to review what you learned.

Timetable

時間
科目
9:00-9:30
Morning Circle (サークルタイム)
9:30 - 10:30
Art Program (アート)
10:30 - 10:45
Break time (休憩)
10:45 - 12:00
Physical Education/Team Games (スポーツ・体育)
12:00-13:00
Lunch Time (ランチ)
13:00-14:00
Science Program (理科)
14:00-15:00
Literacy (英語読み書き等)
15:00-15:30
Review/Afternoon Circle (サークルタイム・レビュー)
15:30 - 15:40
Half-course Pick-up (ハーフコースお迎え)
15:30 - 16:00
Study Hall/Snacks (自由時間・おやつ)
16:00-16:45
Physical Education/Team Games (スポーツ・体育)
16:45-17:45
English Conversation/Reading/Writing (英会話・読み書き)
17:45-18:00
Review (レビュー・お迎え)

Application & Inquiries

Application Deadlines

  • Application Start:
    May 16th, 2025, 15:00
  • Application Deadline:
    Term 1: July 11th, 2025 , 15:00
    Term 2: July 18th, 2025 , 15:00
    Term 3: July 25th, 2025 , 15:00
    Term 4: August 1st, 2025, 15:00
    Term 5: August 8th, 2025, 15:00

※Applications might be closed in advance depending on the number of students.

Cancellation Policy

No refunds are available after the deadline above.

Inquiries

Global Step Academy International School

6-14-26 Shibasaki-cho, Tachikawa, Tokyo, 190-0023.

※In front of Tama Monorail Line Shibasaki Taiikukan Station.
※10-minute walk from JR Line Tachikawa Station.