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SMIS founded in 1946, Kobe Japan
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Kobe English School

Discover the SMIS-English difference: dynamic, challenging English programs that equip learners with the skills to succeed in today’s international world. For over seven decades, SMIS-English has inspired learners of all ages and abilities to reach their full potential in a creative, innovative, and collaborative environment.

Guided by passionate, expert teachers, our students grow in confidence, curiosity, and communication, as we continue to create the global leaders of tomorrow, one learner at a time. Come visit our Kobe English School and experience the excitement of learning with us!

SMIS-English- over 75 years of English excellence in Kobe! The SMIS-English difference is clear; challenging English programmes that teach students the skills needed to succeed in today’s international world. SMIS-English is an educational institution that helps children of all ages and abilities to reach their full potential by providing an innovative, creative, and collaborative learning environment. Through the guidance of their teachers, SMIS-English aims to create future leaders one child at a time. Come visit our Kobe English School today.

More than just a children’s English school- come and experience the SMIS-English Intensive Adult English School programme.  Small classes, experienced teachers and a highly developed curriculum.  SMIS-English Adult English classes- adult English education at its best!

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English School

Our vibrant, international school offers dynamic English programmes for students of all ages, helping them communicate with confidence, think creatively, and thrive in an interconnected world.

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English Immersion

SMIS-English programmes provide the best English education for students of all levels, helping them excel and gain confidence in their communication skills.
A school’s greatest asset is its teachers, and SMIS-English is proud of its team of professional, dedicated, native English educators.

Adult Intensive Day School

Small classes, experienced teachers, a convenient location and flexible schedules to meet your learning needs. Experience adult English education at its best- make a reservation for three trial lessons today!

Mommy & Baby Class

Creative, engaging, hands-on activities in a nurturing and caring learning environment that introduce toddlers to English. Take the first step in your baby's English education with the SMIS-English Mommy & Baby class.

Kids English Programme

Picture your child reading confidently, chatting in English with ease, and discovering a world of stories in our international school library.
At SMIS-English, our Kids English Programme combines grammar, reading, writing, and conversation with engaging activities that make learning fun and meaningful.
Using St. Michael’s International School’s classrooms and library, students gain the full international school experience.

Kids Summer School

The SMIS-English Kids Summer School programme is ‘like a ten day overseas experience in the heart of Kobe.’ With English Literacy, Reading, Music, Art and P.E. classes the SMIS-English Kids Summer School is a ten day international school English immersion programme for four year old to elementary sixth grade students of all English abilities. Click here to apply for this exciting children’s English education programme!

Kobe Saturday English School

The SMIS-English Saturday School offers a rigorous curriculum that enhances students’ English proficiency through a combination of challenging academics and practical, hands-on learning taught by highly trained native English teachers. This results in Saturday School students building a solid foundation in academic English and advanced speaking, listening, and comprehension skills. The Saturday School builds students’ confidence to use English in both academic and daily settings.

Kobe English School

SMIS-English isn’t just for kids! Our Intensive Adult English School offers:

  • Small, interactive classes
  • Experienced, supportive teachers
  • A highly developed, results-driven curriculum

Whether you’re learning for work, travel, or personal growth, SMIS-English Adult English classes are English education at its best, engaging, effective, and fun!

Contact us and see why generations of learners have chosen SMIS-English to achieve their goals.