Bilingual x Active Preschool i Kids Star's New Schools "i Kids Star Urawa Misono" and "i Kids Star Katsushika Kanamachi" to Open in April 2027
Yaruki Switch Group announced the opening of two new bilingual x active preschools, "i Kids Star Urawa Misono" and "i Kids Star Katsushika Kanamachi," in April 2027. Catering to the needs of dual-income households, these schools will offer extended childcare and high-quality early childhood education based on five core pillars, including bilingual education.
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● New schools opening in April 2027 in Urawa Misono, a popular residential area, and Kanamachi, attracting attention for its station-front redevelopment.
● Targeting children aged 2-5 (pre-kindergarten to kindergarten), with extended childcare available until 8:00 PM.
● Supporting children's growth with five pillars: Bilingual education, intellectual education, physical education, life skills education, and programming education.
Yaruki Switch Group (Headquarters: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Naoshi Takahashi; hereinafter, Yaruki Switch Group), a comprehensive education service company, will open two new bilingual x active preschools, "i Kids Star® Urawa Misono" and "i Kids Star Katsushika Kanamachi," on April 1, 2027 (Thursday).
(Image: Conceptual photo of i Kids Star Urawa Misono)
In recent years, against the backdrop of an increasing number of dual-income households, there has been an unprecedented rise in the demand for both extended childcare and high-quality education. "i Kids Star," a bilingual x active preschool, meets these demands of the times. The school's curriculum is built upon five pillars: bilingual (English and Japanese) education, intellectual education, physical education, life skills education, and programming education. Through this curriculum, children will develop internationality, independence, social skills, cooperativeness, compassion, creativity, and athletic ability in a balanced manner. A key feature is the opportunity for output through monthly presentations. This cycle of thinking for oneself based on acquired knowledge and expressing oneself in cooperation with others nurtures the following three essential powers for an era of rapid change:
- **Self-Power:** Thinking, deciding, and acting on one's own.
- **Co-creation Power:** Creating new value in cooperation with others.
- **Imagination Power:** Envisioning unknown worlds and predicting the future.
Furthermore, both schools are strengthening their acceptance system for 2-year-olds (pre-kindergarten class). Staff members warmly support children in their first group living experience, stimulating intellectual curiosity from an early age and building a solid foundation for their steady growth.
i Kids Star combines extended childcare until 8:00 PM at the latest with a unique educational methodology, supporting parents' lifestyles while continuously drawing out the infinite potential of children.
### Introduction to the New School Areas
Due to popular demand, we are pleased to announce the opening of new schools in Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture, and Katsushika Ward, Tokyo.
#### Urawa Misono Area (Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture)
This is an emerging development area spanning from Midori Ward to Iwatsuki Ward in Saitama City. It boasts Urawa Misono Station, the starting station of the Saitama Rapid Railway, which offers direct service to the Tokyo Metro Namboku Line and Tokyu Meguro Line. Its high convenience for commuting and schooling to the city center while seated is highly valued. Large-scale land readjustment is underway as "Misono Wing City," and living functions are compactly gathered around the station, including the large commercial facility "Aeon Mall Urawa Misono." With a rich park environment centered around Saitama Stadium 2002 and an abundance of new childcare facilities, it is popular as an ideal town for child-rearing generations.
#### Kanamachi Area (Katsushika Ward, Tokyo)
This town blends old-town charm with modern convenience. In addition to the JR Joban Line (with direct service to the Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line) having starting train services, two lines, including the Keisei Kanamachi Line, are available, allowing direct access to central Tokyo business districts like Otemachi. Large-scale redevelopment around the station has led to the successive opening of commercial facilities, dramatically improving convenience. In addition to Katsushika Ward's generous childcare support system, families receive strong support as they can enjoy the nature of Mizumoto Park, one of the largest metropolitan parks in Tokyo, nearby. The new school will open on "MARK IS Katsushika Kanamachi," a 4-minute walk from Kanamachi Station. This excellent location, easily accessible for shopping or on the way home from work, will support busy dual-income households.
**i Kids Star Urawa Misono Details**
- Opening Date: April 1, 2027 (Thursday)
- Address: 51-7 Misono, Midori-ku, Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture 336-0967
- School HP: https://www.ikidsstar.jp/classrooms/detail/3260/
**i Kids Star Urawa Misono 1st Information Session Schedule**
- Date: June 27, 2026 (Saturday)
- Time (Doors Open): 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (9:30 AM)
- Location: Royal Pines Hotel Urawa
- Address: 2-5-1 Nakamachi, Urawa-ku, Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture 330-0062
- Royal Pines Hotel Urawa, 2F Small Banquet Hall
- How to Participate: Please select your desired school from https://www.ikidsstar.jp/enrollment/ and register your "Parent Information" via the [Entry] button. If you have already registered, please log in to make a reservation.
i Kids Star Katsushika Kanamachi
● Targeting children aged 2-5 (pre-kindergarten to kindergarten), with extended childcare available until 8:00 PM.
● Supporting children's growth with five pillars: Bilingual education, intellectual education, physical education, life skills education, and programming education.
Yaruki Switch Group (Headquarters: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Naoshi Takahashi; hereinafter, Yaruki Switch Group), a comprehensive education service company, will open two new bilingual x active preschools, "i Kids Star® Urawa Misono" and "i Kids Star Katsushika Kanamachi," on April 1, 2027 (Thursday).
(Image: Conceptual photo of i Kids Star Urawa Misono)
In recent years, against the backdrop of an increasing number of dual-income households, there has been an unprecedented rise in the demand for both extended childcare and high-quality education. "i Kids Star," a bilingual x active preschool, meets these demands of the times. The school's curriculum is built upon five pillars: bilingual (English and Japanese) education, intellectual education, physical education, life skills education, and programming education. Through this curriculum, children will develop internationality, independence, social skills, cooperativeness, compassion, creativity, and athletic ability in a balanced manner. A key feature is the opportunity for output through monthly presentations. This cycle of thinking for oneself based on acquired knowledge and expressing oneself in cooperation with others nurtures the following three essential powers for an era of rapid change:
- **Self-Power:** Thinking, deciding, and acting on one's own.
- **Co-creation Power:** Creating new value in cooperation with others.
- **Imagination Power:** Envisioning unknown worlds and predicting the future.
Furthermore, both schools are strengthening their acceptance system for 2-year-olds (pre-kindergarten class). Staff members warmly support children in their first group living experience, stimulating intellectual curiosity from an early age and building a solid foundation for their steady growth.
i Kids Star combines extended childcare until 8:00 PM at the latest with a unique educational methodology, supporting parents' lifestyles while continuously drawing out the infinite potential of children.
### Introduction to the New School Areas
Due to popular demand, we are pleased to announce the opening of new schools in Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture, and Katsushika Ward, Tokyo.
#### Urawa Misono Area (Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture)
This is an emerging development area spanning from Midori Ward to Iwatsuki Ward in Saitama City. It boasts Urawa Misono Station, the starting station of the Saitama Rapid Railway, which offers direct service to the Tokyo Metro Namboku Line and Tokyu Meguro Line. Its high convenience for commuting and schooling to the city center while seated is highly valued. Large-scale land readjustment is underway as "Misono Wing City," and living functions are compactly gathered around the station, including the large commercial facility "Aeon Mall Urawa Misono." With a rich park environment centered around Saitama Stadium 2002 and an abundance of new childcare facilities, it is popular as an ideal town for child-rearing generations.
#### Kanamachi Area (Katsushika Ward, Tokyo)
This town blends old-town charm with modern convenience. In addition to the JR Joban Line (with direct service to the Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line) having starting train services, two lines, including the Keisei Kanamachi Line, are available, allowing direct access to central Tokyo business districts like Otemachi. Large-scale redevelopment around the station has led to the successive opening of commercial facilities, dramatically improving convenience. In addition to Katsushika Ward's generous childcare support system, families receive strong support as they can enjoy the nature of Mizumoto Park, one of the largest metropolitan parks in Tokyo, nearby. The new school will open on "MARK IS Katsushika Kanamachi," a 4-minute walk from Kanamachi Station. This excellent location, easily accessible for shopping or on the way home from work, will support busy dual-income households.
**i Kids Star Urawa Misono Details**
- Opening Date: April 1, 2027 (Thursday)
- Address: 51-7 Misono, Midori-ku, Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture 336-0967
- School HP: https://www.ikidsstar.jp/classrooms/detail/3260/
**i Kids Star Urawa Misono 1st Information Session Schedule**
- Date: June 27, 2026 (Saturday)
- Time (Doors Open): 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (9:30 AM)
- Location: Royal Pines Hotel Urawa
- Address: 2-5-1 Nakamachi, Urawa-ku, Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture 330-0062
- Royal Pines Hotel Urawa, 2F Small Banquet Hall
- How to Participate: Please select your desired school from https://www.ikidsstar.jp/enrollment/ and register your "Parent Information" via the [Entry] button. If you have already registered, please log in to make a reservation.
i Kids Star Katsushika Kanamachi