Summer School Prep List for Parents

Summer School Prep List for Parents

Hello amazing parents,

By now, you’ve likely set up your Kids Diary App and discovered all its convenient features. We’re thrilled to have you on board!

As the next step in your onboarding process, we’re here to ensure your child’s first day at summer school is nothing short of magical.

Being well-prepared will make this summer experience even more fun and memorable for your little ones. From exciting activities to new friendships, every moment will be filled with joy and discovery.

With the perfect blend of convenience from our app, convenient bus service and our unwavering commitment to your child’s well-being, we’re confident this summer school will be seamless and stress-free for your family.

Here’s to our best summer yet!

🌈 PPI Team

Water Play
Supplies in a Pool Bag or Waterproof Bag


Snack and Lunch Time
Supplies in an insulated ZIPPERED lunch bag.

  • Small container of freshly prepared and cut fruit or vegetables.  (Japanese regulations are pieces must be approximately 1/2 the size of a grape to avoid choking.)
  • Cutlery
  • Ice Pack to avoid food spoilage.
  • Lunch Mat or Towel to catch spilt food.
  • Clear Water Bottle so teachers may clearly gauge water consumption.  (No Neck Straps)
  • In summer, electrolyte drinks such as pokari and aquarius are allowed as it barley tea.

For Accidents
Summer Spare Supplies in a ziplock bag to be kept in your child’s school bag in case of accident.

  • School T-Shirt
  • Shorts, Tights or Pants
  • Diaper or Underwear
  • Socks

🚨 Please avoid clothing with buttons, hooks, hoods, overalls, skirts, and dresses.
🚨 We recommend durable Uniqlo products.
🚨 Please label all personal belongings.

🚨 PLEASE LABEL EVERYTHING CLEARLY!


Daily Supplies
Please make sure these items are sent to school.

  • Room Shoes – Click on the link to see the type we recommend for school use. Will stay at school till the end of the week.  They are expected to be washed over the weekend and sent back to school clean and ready for the next school week.
  • Water Bottle – Click on the link to see the type we recommend for school use in summer.   We recommend a stainless steel mostly for the benefits of health and durability, however, in summer we recommend a clear bottle for visual confirmation of liquid intake.
  • Bottle Strap – A great accessory to transform the bottle into strapped bottle for our excursions.
  • Hat – Click on the link to see the type we recommend for school use.   School will provide a hat, however, if you’d like a hat that provides extra protection, this hat in this color (turquoise) is school approved.
  • Health Insurance Cards – in a small ziplock in your child’s front pocket of their backpack in case of emergency.
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