Overview
IB courses in Japan
The International Baccalaureate is steadily growing in popularity across Japan, with more than 200 IB programmes now being offered nationwide. In cities like Tokyo, Yokohama, Osaka and Nagoya, schools are expanding their IB provision and global credentials, but often face barriers to offering the full Diploma Programme due to challenges with staffing or scalability.
We’re proud to be the only online course provider authorised by the IB to deliver official Diploma Programme subjects. We partner with authorised and candidate schools across Japan, providing flexible online access to a wide range of subjects, both popular and niche. Our teacher-led approach supports small student cohorts, structured yet flexible studying, and the needs of schools navigating the IB candidacy process – so you can meet demand without compromising quality.
How we support IB schools in Japan
Pamoja in Japan
- 200 IB programmes implemented
- 663 students registered for the IB Diploma in November 2022
- 20 schools currently supported
Why choose Pamoja?
We help IB schools to broaden their curricula, support more students, and maintain high academic standards – without increasing pressure on operations or staff.
Who we support
Frequently Asked Quetions
How does Pamoja support IB schools?
We provide structured yet flexible online courses, close collaboration with schools’ Site-Based Coordinators, highly accurate predicted grades, regular progress tracking, and mock exam guidance so schools can empower their students to excel with confidence.
Are Pamoja courses recognised by global universities?
Yes. All our online courses are part of the official IB Diploma Programme and are recognised by universities worldwide – including top institutions in the US, Canada, and beyond.
Is Pamoja selective?
No, we are not a selective school. We pride ourselves on being academically inclusive, and we enrol students regardless of their academic starting point. With teacher-led support and a structured online learning model, we help every student reach their potential and achieve their potential.
Can we start with just one or two students?
Yes. Many schools begin their partnership with us by registering a small cohort – for example, offering a single low-demand subject for a select few students, then expanding as interest and capability grow.
What data can we share with families?
Parents and carers receive predicted grades, overall results averages, and information about their child’s progress. More than 34% of Pamoja students earn a 6 or 7 in their final exams, a benchmark many IB schools value.
Can Pamoja help our school offer more IB subjects without hiring extra teachers?
Yes. We provide a scalable way to expand your IB subject offering, without the extra costs and challenges that come with recruiting new teaching staff.
Which Japanese cities are you active in?
We work with schools in Tokyo, Yokohama, Osaka, Nagoya and beyond. Our online platform supports students wherever they are based across Japan.
Is Pamoja suitable for Japanese public schools offering the IB?
Yes. We work with both public and private schools, supporting IB delivery at all stages, including the candidacy phase.
Will students still receive full IB recognition through Pamoja courses?
Yes. All our online courses are part of the official IB Diploma Programme, and are recognised by universities in Japan and around the world.
Testimonials
What our schools say about us
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"The International School of WA is delighted to continue to work with Pamoja, who has supported us in providing a wide range of subjects for our International Baccalaureate students."
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"Pamoja has expanded our subject offerings with programs we couldn’t provide in-house, giving our students valuable opportunities through a reliable and trusted partner."
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"Heidelberg International School has proudly partnered with Pamoja since 2010, enabling us to offer IB subjects beyond our own curriculum and expanding our students’ choices; their teachers bring a vital human connection to online learning, and our students have consistently achieved excellent results through this collaboration."
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"Chatsworth is very pleased to be able to broaden the range of IB Diploma Programme subjects we can offer through our partnership with Pamoja. Knowing the students are taught and assessed by experienced IBDP teachers gives us the confidence to offer this opportunity."
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"Pamoja teachers are fully supportive of the diverse stresses and schedules students face. Learning to proactively and professionally communicate is arguably the most important learning outcome for Pamoja students."
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"Pamoja opens doors for our students to pursue subjects they are passionate about, helping them thrive in areas otherwise out of reach. The team’s support and clear communication make the experience smooth and impactful for everyone."
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"Ermitage International School of Paris is proud to collaborate with PAMOJA. The consistently high-quality and well-structured courses PAMOJA provides play a key role in helping our students pursue their ideal path toward the IB Diploma."
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"Pamoja has been extremely responsive and professional in our partnership. They have helped us to support students in a variety of situations, including those who have transferred in the middle of the IB Diploma, who have scheduling conflicts, or who have strong desire to study a course that we do not offer."
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"Pamoja online courses allow us to expand the range of subjects offered to our students enabling them to pursue subjects they are passionate about that are not currently available within our timetable. The courses also help foster independent learning; an invaluable skill helping students flourish as lifelong learners."
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"Pamoja has enabled us to broaden our subject option choices and provide invaluable support for Extended Essay supervision in popular subjects. As a result, our students have been able to select an individualised course profile which would not have been possible otherwise."
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"Pamoja has been a wonderful opportunity for our students to pursue passions and interests that we can’t offer as a small school. We have found the teachers to be consistently dedicated and support team to always respond with a human touch!"
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"Our partnership with Pamoja provides students with access to a wide range of IB subjects, ensuring greater academic breadth and choice. The online nature of these courses offers the flexibility our student-athletes need to pursue their studies effectively, even while away training or competing."
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"Pamoja has enabled us to expand our subject offerings to better address our students' language acquisition needs. Their highly responsive and accommodating teachers made us feel supported every step of the way."
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"For a school like ours, which is intentionally 'small by design,' Pamoja provides essential strategic flexibility. It allows us to supplement our DP course offerings, ensuring students interested in specialized or low-enrollment subjects can pursue their pre-university plans."
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The variety of subjects offered really allows the school to offer individual pathways for a wide range of students. Students completing a course on Pamoja strengthen the ATL of self-management and are ready for the next steps in life - university or employment.
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Pamoja unlocks opportunities for our students to pursue their passions beyond our high school's course catalog, opening doors to subjects like Economics and Psychology that would otherwise be unavailable to them.
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“Partnering with Pamoja has given our students greater flexibility in shaping their Diploma Programme journey. We value the supportive collaboration that allows us to broaden our course offering and meet diverse student needs.”
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"Working with Pamoja has been a transformative experience, offering quick, responsive service and a student-centred approach that prioritises individual needs and supports success in the IB DP subject."
