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For Schools

Bringing Japanese language and culture into schools across the UK

We work with primary and secondary schools across the UK to promote Japanese language learning and cultural understanding. From one-off taster sessions to ongoing curriculum support, we can help your school introduce or develop Japanese studies.

The Japanese Taster for Schools Programme

We visit schools across the UK to deliver taster sessions, cultural workshops, and introductions to the Japanese language.

Teacher Placement Support

Support for schools looking to introduce Japanese as part of their modern foreign languages curriculum.

Curriculum Resources

Free schemes of work, lesson plans, and assessment materials aligned to the national curriculum for KS2-KS5.

Local Project Support Programme

Find out how we can support Japanese Language activities at your institution.

Japanese Language Local Project Support Programme 2026-2027 Applications

What Schools Say

"The Japan Foundation's school visit inspired so many of our students to take up Japanese. The cultural workshop was the highlight of our Languages Week."
– Head of MFL, Secondary School in London
"The resources and support from the Japan Foundation have been invaluable in establishing Japanese as a curriculum language at our school."
– Japanese Teacher, Academy in Manchester
"The resources and support from the Japan Foundation have been invaluable in establishing Japanese as a curriculum language at our school." test
– Japanese Teacher, Academy in Manchester test

Bring Japanese to your school

Whether you’re interested in a one-off visit or ongoing support, we’d love to hear from you.

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