Glossary · Elementary school
入学式nyūgaku shikientrance ceremony
What it means
The entrance ceremony (入学式, nyūgaku shiki) is the formal start for new first graders.
Guides that use 入学式
- The entrance ceremony is an April morning, and the school entry notice is handed in that dayElementary school entry
- The Japanese school year starts in April and the long break is summerElementary school entry
- The school-year calendar: the months two Minato elementary schools printElementary school, grades 1–3
Related words
- 始業式 (shigyō shiki)opening ceremony
- 学級だより (gakkyū-dayori)class newsletter
- 個人面談 (kojin mendan)parent–teacher conference
- 運動会 (undōkai)sports day
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.