Glossary · Elementary school
入学説明会nyūgaku setsumeikaibriefing for new parents
What it means
Before a child starts at a Japanese public elementary school, the school holds a briefing for new parents (入学説明会 or 保護者説明会, nyūgaku setsumeikai / hogosha setsumeikai).
Guides that use 入学説明会
- The new-parents' briefing is where the school hands you the list and the bank formElementary school entry
- What one Tokyo ward school asked new first graders to prepare: randoseru, hat, indoor shoesElementary school entry
Related words
- ランドセル (randoseru)school backpack
- 上履き (uwabaki)indoor shoes
- 防犯ブザー (bōhan buzā)personal alarm
Tools and pages for this stage
What to do next
- Find your child's path: the free juken check
Free, no sign-in. The route that fits, what it costs and the deadlines on the way.
- See the season pass
Verified dates and fees for every school, a reminder before each deadline, unlimited questions.