Key Admission Deadlines

Important dates for Year 7, 8, 9, 10 and 12: Domestic applicants

The key dates below are designed to give families plenty of time to complete each stage of the admissions process and make the journey towards joining RSJ as smooth as possible.

For families who do not need to arrange a new student visa or Certificate of Eligibility (COE), the key dates below provide a helpful guide to each stage of the admissions process and allow plenty of time to prepare for joining RSJ.

1. 16 AprilApplication submitted
2. 4 JuneAdmissions assessments completed
3. 9 JulyReferences, SEN & safeguarding documentation completed
4. 23 JulyOffer accepted
5. 16 AugustAll applicable fees, including enrolment, tuition and boarding fees

Important dates for Year 7, 8, 9, 10 and 12: Overseas applicants

For families who will need to arrange a student visa and Certificate of Eligibility (COE) for their child to study at RSJ, the key dates below provide a helpful guide to each stage of the admissions process.

1. 5 MarchApplication submitted
2. 9 AprilAdmissions assessments completed
3. 23 AprilReferences, SEN & safeguarding documentation completed
4. 7 MayOffer accepted
5. 14 MayVisa application submitted*
6. 16 AugustAll applicable fees, including enrolment, tuition and boarding fees

*The visa process normally takes around three months.

RSJ welcomes applications for mid-term entry into Years 7, 8 and 9 throughout the year. If you are considering a start date other than the beginning of the academic year, please feel free to contact our Admissions Team at admissions@rugbyschooljapan.ed.jp to discuss your options.

What if you miss a deadline?

Missing a recommended deadline does not automatically mean that your child cannot enrol at RSJ. RSJ will consider late applications, taking into account place availability and the time required to complete all necessary admissions, safeguarding, enrolment and, where applicable, visa procedures.

Entry timings for late applicants for Year 10 and 12

Year 10 and Year 12 mark the beginning of RSJ’s two-year I/GCSE and A Level programmes. Pupils enrolling after the first day of term will miss important curriculum content. We therefore strongly recommend submitting applications by the recommended deadlines to ensure arrival at the start of the academic year.

If you have any concerns about submitting a late application, please contact our Admissions Team to discuss your circumstances.