The School Vision - Harrow Appi

Harrow International School Appi Japan is, in every sense, a school less ordinary. Situated within the serene landscape of Appi Kogen, the School offers a genuine holistic education — one that seeks to cultivate the balanced development of mind, body, and spirit.

Within our full boarding environment, students are guided to pursue excellence in all endeavours, developing intellectual depth, physical resilience, and moral character. Learning extends beyond the classroom, as every aspect of school life contributes to the growth of confident, compassionate young adults prepared to make a meaningful contribution to the world.

Our Educational Philosophy

At Harrow Appi Japan, we are committed to educating the whole student. Our philosophy recognises that true learning extends beyond the acquisition of knowledge, encompassing the growth of character, resilience, and a sense of purpose.

Through this distinctive approach, Harrow Appi Japan upholds the highest ideals of education: to inspire integrity, purpose, and leadership in those entrusted to our care.

Mind

Students develop intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, and effective communication, enabling them to engage with ideas and perspectives beyond their own.

Body

Students cultivate physical resilience, healthy habits, and the pursuit of personal passions, fostering strength of character and well-being.

Spirit

Students build empathy, ethical awareness, and a sense of responsibility, embracing leadership and service while contributing positively to the community.

Understanding the Mind, Body, and Spirit

At Harrow Appi, students shape their own journey, in part guided by the Harrow values, a touch of curiosity, and resilience. To see how we nurture the whole student through our academic programme, enrichment opportunities, and boarding experience, explore these pillars further on our website and discover what makes Harrow Appi a school less ordinary.

To understand more, click each section below:

The Mind

Students develop intelligence through the acquisition of a strong body of knowledge. This allows them to reason, to argue, and to be creative.
Students are open-minded and demonstrate interest in multiple perspectives of the world and the views of others.
Students are curious and motivated by the world around then, think critically, ask questions and solve problems.
Students are effective communicators who can express themselves clearly with passion and logic in a multi-lingual environment.
Students develop their own personal narratives and understand their journey or pathway, present, past and future.

The Body

Students develop positive and responsible living habits through diet, exercise, rest, cleanliness and tidiness.
Students develop a strength of character through physical endeavour, enabling them to overcome challenges, embrace discomfort and experience a sense of achievement.
Students take care of their well-being, conscious of their own mental health and support themselves through good personal routines, healthy talk, early reporting and access to support.
Students explore their passions and talents through the school and its community, both as individuals and as part of a collective group.
Students develop a love and appreciation of the natural environment and what is required to preserve and protect it.

The Spirit

Students develop a deep understanding of respect and tolerance for the feelings of others, recognising that relationships are built on a shared understanding of humanity and morality.
Students benefit from the diversity in our school community, where different cultures are welcomed, valued and understood.
Students have a strong affinity and connection to the school. Student voice is valued and plays an integral part in framing the School’s future.
Students develop a strong understanding of what authentic leadership is and its foundations in the experience of service to others.
We celebrate the achievements of all in our community so that everyone feels valued and recognised.