Arakawa-ku Public support

education center

Qualified professionals, psychologists, etc. (school counselors, school social workers) are available to provide consultation regarding children who are refusing to go to school or have a tendency to do so, concerns and worries about development, special needs, etc. We accept consultations not only for children, but also for parents.

How to consult: Face-to-face, phone
Main target audience: Children from first grade of elementary school to third grade of junior high school who live in the ward, but depending on the content of the consultation, it may be limited to children enrolled in the ward.

Consultation hours: (Monday to Friday) 9:00-17:00 (excluding public holidays and the New Year holidays)
Location: Arakawa 3-49-1
contact information: 03-3801-4338 (Special Needs Education Section, Education Center)

Child and Family Comprehensive Center

The Child and Family Comprehensive Center functions as a child consultation center and is a specialized counseling organization that works with children and their guardians to resolve any concerns you may have about raising children. Please feel free to contact us without worrying alone. We are open to pregnant women, children under the age of 18, and their guardians.

How to consult: Telephone, face-to-face
Main target audience: Pregnant women, children under 18 and their guardians

Consultation hours: (Monday to Friday) 8:30 to 17:15 (excluding holidays) *Arakawa Kids Family Call 24 is available 24 hours a day throughout the year
Location: Arakawa 1-50-17
contact information: [In-person consultation/Phone consultation] 03-3802-3765 (Arakawa Ward Child and Family General Center) [Phone consultation] 0120-536-883 (Arakawa Kids Family Call 24)

Educational Support Room (Mirai)

We provide support for children who are not attending school.

Classification: Education Support Center
Main target audience: Elementary and junior high school students living in the ward

Opening hours: School days: 9:00-15:00
Location: Arakawa 3-49-1
contact information: Please contact your school.

Virtual Learning Platform

We provide support for children who are not attending school.

Classification: VLPs
Main target audience: Elementary and junior high school students enrolled in municipal schools

Opening hours: On school days: 9:00-11:00, 13:00-15:00
contact information: 03-3802-5720 (Arakawa Ward Education Center)

Guidelines for supporting school refusal

Based on a proper understanding of the causes and background of school refusal, the guideline describes early detection and support measures according to the child's situation. It also includes information to help parents reach a common understanding with regard to support from the ward and the school. The guideline aims to encourage children to not only attend school, but also to aim for social independence.

"Tsuna Cafe" meeting for parents of children who are not attending school

We will hold events to support children and parents who are prone to school refusal, with the aim of providing support and exchanging information with parents who are worried or concerned about school refusal.

Main target audience:Parents of children attending school in the ward
contact information:03-3802-5720 (Arakawa Ward Education Center)

Arakawa Ward Free School Subsidy Program

This is a support system that can be used in conjunction with applying for a Tokyo Metropolitan Government subsidy.

Main target audience:Elementary and junior high school students who live in Arakawa Ward and are enrolled in Arakawa Ward public schools, who are attending free schools, etc., and who are receiving subsidies from the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, and who are primarily involved in supporting elementary and junior high school students who are not attending school.
contact information:03-3802-5720 (Education Center Educational Counseling)

Tokyo Consultation and support