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School Transfer Procedures

💡 The Bottom Line
When moving, change your address at City Hall and submit the issued documents to the new school.
🗓 5W1H Overview
👤 Who
Parents of elementary and junior high school students moving into or out of Ota City
📋 What
Procedures required for transferring schools (obtaining Certificate of Student Status, receiving Notice of School Enrollment)
⏰ When
As soon as possible after deciding to move, and promptly after moving
📍 Where
The previous school, the City Board of Education (School Education Division), and the new school
❗ Why
To ensure that education can continue without interruption after moving
📝 How
Receive the "Certificate of Student Status" and "Certificate of Textbook Provision" from the previous school, receive the Notice of School Enrollment from the new City Board of Education, and submit them to the new school
Counter procedures: About 15-20 minutes (May take a few days including procedures at both the previous and new schools)
📖 Easy Explanation

Moving and Transferring Schools

Procedures are required whether you are moving within Ota City, moving into Ota City, or moving out of Ota City.

Moving within Ota City or Moving into Ota City

When you process your change of residence at City Hall, a "Notice of School Enrollment" (就学通知書) will be issued. Please submit it to your new school along with the "Certificate of Student Status" (在学証明書) and other documents received from your previous school.

Moving out of Ota City

Please inform your current school that you will be transferring and receive a "Certificate of Student Status" (在学証明書) and a "Certificate of Textbook Provision" (教科書給与証明書). After that, please complete the move-in procedures at your new municipality.

✅ Checklist
  • Issued by the previous school before moving out. Required for transfer procedures
    Required
  • Issued by the previous school along with the Certificate of Student Status
    Required
  • First, change your address at the Citizens' Affairs Division at City Hall
    Required
  • Issued by the Board of Education or City Hall after changing your address
    Required
  • May be used to check health checkup records before enrollment
    Optional
👥 Who Qualifies
  • Parents of children who need to transfer schools due to moving
❓ FAQ
Where do I complete the school transfer procedures?
Receive the "Certificate of Student Status" and "Certificate of Textbook Provision" from your previous school, and submit them along with your notification of moving in to the City Hall or Board of Education of your new address. After that, submit them directly to your new school.
How is the new school determined?
In principle, you will attend the school in the designated school district for your address. If you wish to attend a specific school, an "Application for School Attendance Outside the Designated District" is required.
Can I use the same textbooks at the new school?
The publisher of the textbooks may differ depending on the grade and subject. You may be able to study using the textbooks from your previous school for a while, but please coordinate with your new school. New textbooks will be provided free of charge.
What should I do if my child cannot keep up with the classes after transferring?
Please consult with the homeroom teacher or the educational consultation desk at the new school. You may be able to use learning support staff or supplementary lessons.
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