2026 Summer Program @ Hokkaido International School - Niseko Campus
Welcome to HIS Niseko Summer Program - A Celebration of Nature in Beautiful Niseko!
Hokkaido International School Niseko is pleased to announce a one-week Summer Program, to be held the week of June 22 - June 26, 2026. This is early Hokkaido summer and we will explore the natural beauty of our community throughout the week. We have an exciting menu of learning activities this year including river rafting, hiking, tree-trekking and more. Our curriculum aligns with place-based practices to honor and embrace the unique nature, culture, and history of the surrounding area. Please join us for a summer of fun!
An Overview of the Week
Niseko is home to beautiful mountains, sparkling waterways, and expansive farmland. Students will explore this outdoor classroom through nature hikes, rafting on the Shiribetsu River, and exploring the volcanic landscape near Lake Toya. Students will spend time on our school campus and participate in daily excursions to local forests and sites throughout the week.
We will spend plenty of time outdoors, so program attendees should be comfortable with spending extended periods of time outside. Students will have plenty of chances to cool off as well while working on projects in our air-conditioned classrooms.
Sample Timetable
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Admissions Information
Class Groupings
- Elementary Group Annupuri
Age 7 - 10
Students need to be 7 years old by May 1, 2026 - Middle Years Group Yotei
Ages 11-14
Students enrolled in Grades 5-8 during 2025/26 Academic year
Tuition Fees
One week: ¥85,000
HIS current students will receive a 10% tuition discount
Payment can be made via bank transfer, details will be provided upon successful admission to the program. Tuition is due by March 15th, 2026.
What is included in the tuition fees?
- Admissions and equipment rental for all outdoor activities
- Transportation to and from daily excursions from our campus
- Instructional materials utilized during the week
Our Refund Policy
Up until April 1st, we will offer 100% reimbursement for those who are unable to attend.
From April 1st to April 30th, we will offer a 50% discount
From May 1st no refund transaction will be absorbed by the party cancelling payment.
Additional Information
Please plan ahead to ensure that your child has suitable transportation to arrive at HIS Niseko between 8:30 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. and to be picked up at 3:00 p.m. dismissal time. There is no additional supervision for attendees beyond 3:00 p.m.
Families are responsible for ensuring that their child has a reusable water bottle, a nutritious snack for the morning, and a packed lunch. There will be no catering/cafeteria service provided during the summer program.
Accident insurance for all foreign attendees is included in the tuition price. Students do not require any special visa to attend the program.
Registration Details
Registration for the 2026 HIS Niseko Summer Program will open on Monday February 2nd, 2026. Please revisit this page to access the registration link.
Contact Information
For all inquiries related to the 2025 HIS Niseko Summer Program, please contact Dr. Victoria Spagnoli, HIS Niseko Principal, at his.niseko@his.ac.jp.