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'Raymond Village Kodomoen' Opening in April 2026

In April 2026, the 'Raymond Village Kodomoen', an early childhood education center, is set to open at the FSS35 Campus in Misato Town, Nara Prefecture. This facility is being developed by the Lemon Kai Social Welfare Corporation, which is part of a larger project called 'Social Inclusion Village', aimed at fostering education and welfare within a comprehensive community.

Overview of Raymond Village Kodomoen

Located within the same building as Lemon Kai's Nara headquarters, a correspondence high school, and a support facility for people with disabilities, the Raymond Village Kodomoen will utilize the expansive premises of the former university campus. This site also houses a restaurant run by Lemon Kai, the Nara Toy Museum, and various language schools, creating a diverse atmosphere for learning and interaction.

The main philosophy driving the Raymond Village Kodomoen is the slogan 'Going Beyond What We Wonder.' It aims to create an environment conducive to active and engaging learning for both children and adults. Educators at the center will closely attend to each child's developmental needs, fostering curiosity and exploration in a nurturing atmosphere.

Features of the Program

Raymond Village Kodomoen will offer a variety of unique educational programs including:

• - Care for infants
• - Integrated learning environments (Connection Care®)
• - Artistic activities
• - Engagement with SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals)

This approach seeks to provide children with a variety of experiences that broaden their perspectives. By collaborating with nearby facilities, the school aims to enhance community support for parenting and childhood development.

Enrollment Information

The early childhood center will hold enrollment information sessions for parents interested in registration for April 2026.

• - Target Age Groups: Classes for children aged 0 to 5

- Type 1 Certification (Kindergarten Category)
- Type 2 Certification (Nursery Category)
- Type 3 Certification (Nursery Category)

• - Dates: September 13 (Saturday) - Morning/Afternoon, September 14 (Sunday) - Morning/Afternoon
• - Location: Raymond Ikoma Kodomoen (2-4-29 Jinnan, Ikoma-gun, Ikaruga Town)
• - Application Form: Enroll Here

Facility Details

The addresses and additional details of Raymond Village Kodomoen are:

• - Address: 3-12-5 Tachinokita, Misato Town, Ikoma-gun (FSS35 Campus, Building 5, 1st Floor)
• - Capacity: 60 children (30 nursery spots, 30 kindergarten spots)
• - Age Range: For children from 57 days old to pre-school age.

You can find more information at Lemon Kai.

Social Inclusion Village

The 'Social Inclusion Village', established on the grounds of the former university at FSS35 in Misato Town, is a comprehensive community that blends education and welfare, officially opening in 2023. The aim is to create a vibrant societal structure where people can work, learn, play, and live cooperatively. It runs a correspondence high school, employment support facilities, the Nara Toy Museum, and various restaurants and cafes.
For more about this community, visit Social Inclusion Village.

About Lemon Kai

The Lemon Kai Social Welfare Corporation operates a total of 91 facilities in 12 prefectures, addressing various social issues and aiming to create new societal value. Founded in February 2007, it employs around 1,920 staff members as of April 2025. The headquarters are located in Kinishikawa City, Wakayama Prefecture. For more information, visit Lemon Kai Global.