[1] Yoshihisa Kobayashi, founder and president of Koby International Academy, founded the school in 2006 in Ann Arbor, Michigan with the primary mission of teaching students with limited English proficiency the skills they need to succeed in academics, business, and life.
Various summer English programs are also offered in June, July, and August.
Students include international students who are enrolled or entering grades K-12 in American schools, high school and post-graduate students who are preparing to take the TOEFL iBT (internet Based Test), and business professionals who need English skills for their profession and to prepare for the TOEIC test.
The school also designs programs for businesses and individuals who have specific English needs and scheduling requirements.
The school originally was located above One World Market in Novi, Michigan, a Japanese grocery store and sushi restaurant.