The British School in Tokyo Named to Spear’s Schools Index 2026 for Second Consecutive Year

The British School in Tokyo (BST) announced that it has been selected for the second consecutive year as one of the world’s leading 100 private schools in the Spear’s Schools Index 2026. BST remains the only school in Japan included in this prestigious global list. Published annually, the Spear’s Schools Index is one of the most trusted guides for international families and advisers, highlighting the world’s best private schools. The selection is carried out through a rigorous process by Spear’s Research Unit in collaboration with Thuso, an international education consultancy, and an advisory panel of education experts. The evaluation criteria extend beyond academic performance to include pastoral care, school ethos, culture, and the overall educational experience. This continued recognition reflects BST’s unwavering commitment to educational excellence and its holistic approach to nurturing each student’s strengths, individuality, and aspirations. BST students benefit from a broad and balanced curriculum based on the British National Curriculum while also developing an international perspective. From Early Years through Senior School, BST provides a rich educational experience that combines academic achievement with outstanding opportunities in sports, the arts, and extracurricular activities. Commenting on the achievement, BST Principal Ian Clayton said: “We are deeply honoured to be selected once again for the Spear’s Schools Index. Being recognised for the second year in a row, and as the only school in Japan, speaks to the dedication of our staff, the positive engagement of our students, and the strength of our community. We will continue to provide an education that enables every student to flourish and make a meaningful impact on society.” The selection further reinforces BST’s mission to provide inclusive, holistic education that helps students develop their identity, purpose, and passion. Founded in 1989, The British School in Tokyo is a British international school offering world-class education to more than 1,400 students aged 3 to 18 from over 60 nationalities. It is regarded as one of Japan’s leading international schools, with many graduates progressing to top universities around the world. BST’s mission is to bring out the full potential of every student and cultivate ambitious, inquisitive individuals with rich character. Its core values include striving for personal best, acting with honesty and treating others with kindness, compassion and respect, being curious and thinking creatively and innovatively, embracing diversity and respecting individuality, maintaining an international outlook and respect for different cultures, and showing awareness and responsibility toward social and environmental issues.