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🌏 Foreign Residents Open
School Enrollment for Foreign Children
💡 The Bottom Line
Foreign children can enroll in public schools for free if they wish. Apply at the School Education Division in Ota City Hall (0276-47-1912).
🗓 5W1H Overview
👤 Who
School-aged foreign children (6-15 years old) living in Ota City
📋 What
Application to enroll in a public elementary or junior high school
⏰ When
When you wish to enroll (promptly after moving in)
📍 Where
School Education Division, Ota City Hall
❗ Why
To receive education in Japan, make friends, and adapt to life in Japan
📝 How
Bring required documents to the City Hall counter and fill out the application form
⏱ About 30 minutes at the counter
📖 Easy Explanation
Information on procedures for foreign national children who wish to enroll in Ota City's public elementary and junior high schools.
[Enrollment Rules] Under Japanese law, foreign children are not obligated to attend school. However, if desired, they can enroll in public elementary and junior high schools just like Japanese children. Tuition is free.
[Application Procedure] You must submit a "School Enrollment Application" at the School Education Division in Ota City Hall.
[What to Bring]
- The child's Residence Card
- The parent/guardian's Residence Card
- Transcripts from previous schools (if available)
If you are worried about your child's Japanese ability, please consult at the counter as support systems like initial Japanese language instruction may be available.
✅ Checklist
- RequiredWill be checked at the counter
- RequiredIf you are not confident in Japanese, it is recommended to bring someone who speaks Japanese
👥 Who Qualifies
- Foreign parents who want their children to attend Japanese schools
- Foreign families newly moved to Ota City
❓ Terms & FAQ
Shugaku (School Enrollment)
To enter a school and study.
Koritsu (Public)
Schools operated by the city or prefecture. Tuition and textbooks are free (lunch fees, etc. are required).
❓ FAQ
How much is the tuition?
Tuition and textbooks at public schools are free. However, you will need to pay for school lunches, school supplies, and school trips.
My child cannot speak Japanese at all. Can they still enter school?
Yes, they can. There is a support system for children who need Japanese language instruction. Please consult with us when applying.
📎 Related Procedures
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