# Pocket Academy

> Build and manage a virtual school, guiding students to success. (iPhone/iPad app by Kairosoft Co.,Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocket-academy/id432080204 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Kairosoft Co.,Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/381477233)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Simulation, Strategy
- Price: $5.99
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 142 App Store ratings · 326 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 73 MB
- Languages: American English, Japanese, Korean, Chinese (Simplified, China), Thai, Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan)
- Released: 2011-06-29
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocket-academy/id432080204/reviews.md

## What is Pocket Academy?

School got you down? Wish you could change a few things? Well, now's your chance to create the ultimate dream school in this simulation smash-hit!

Tailor your personal academy as you see fit, erecting classrooms, making clubs--even deciding this week's hot couple!

How will you expand your hallowed halls of learning? Sponsor athletic meets, art shows, and other events to attract as many students as you can and elevate your school's prestige!

Will your students make it college or land their dream job? Find out with Pocket Academy!
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Turn your device to rotate the screen, touch to scroll, and pinch to zoom in and out. 

Supports iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad. 
Note: Screen rotation and zoom are only available on iPhone 3GS and later, iPod touch 2nd generation and later, and iPad. 

The game now lets you switch between English and Japanese.

Try searching for "Kairosoft" to see all of our games, or visit us at https://kairopark.jp. Be sure to check out both our free-to-play and our paid games!

## Key features

- Build classrooms and facilities
- Create and manage student clubs
- Organize school events
- Guide student career paths
- Elevate school prestige
- Switch between English and Japanese

## What do users think of Pocket Academy?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 💖 Addictive and fun gameplay
- 🏫 Enjoyable school management experience
- 🎨 Cute and charming graphics
- 🔁 High replayability with different maps
- 🕰️ Can play offline without internet

**Cons**

- 💰 Difficult to earn money and stay out of debt
- 🤔 Lack of clear tutorial and guidance
- 🔒 Unable to move or delete placed facilities
- 🕰️ Slow progression in the early game
- 🤖 Teachers not always teaching effectively

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Tuition fees sometimes deducted instead of added
- Certain facilities not unlocking as expected
- Occasional crashes or freezes

**Most requested features**

- Ability to control and interact with individual students
- More events, activities, and customization options
- Easier way to earn money and manage finances
- Improved tutorial and in-game guidance
- Option to move or delete placed facilities

## Recent user reviews (10 of 326)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocket-academy/id432080204/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great 8 bit game

*2026-07-15, version 2.31*

Love that there are multiple maps, the pixel art and spent so much time playing this

### 5/5 — High standard Kairosoft game as usual

*2026-07-09, version 2.31*

Cute characters and good time killer!

### 5/5 — 楽しい

*2026-01-06*

クリアしてアンストしても、何回もインストールしなおしてる！
いつやっても楽しい！

### 5/5 — I’ve been playing for years

*2025-11-28, version 2.31*

I take a break, but I always come back to this game. It’s really fun and you can play with no Internet.

### 5/5 — 面白い

*2025-11-05*

無料のポケット学院1をプレイして大変面白かった所からいつの間にか2、3と購入wこの商売上手め！

### 5/5 — Y

*2025-06-28, version 2.31*

Fun

### 4/5 — Starts Slow, Gets Better

*2025-06-15, version 2.31*

The initial difficulty curve tends to punish players who expand too quickly. This is a game that rewards patience over ten years versus doing everything in the first year or two. Enjoyable when you find the right balance!

### 3/5 — バグ…ですかね？

*2025-05-25*

何周か遊んだんですけど、部活の種類が増えません😭
それ以外は楽しく遊んでます？

### 2/5 — 번역 고쳐주세요

*2024-10-11*

한국어로 설정을 해도 지속적으로 일본어가 뜸, 게임하는데 불편하고 딱히 하고싶은 마음이 안 드는 게임 돈이 아까움, 이거 할 바에는 3사거나 다른 시리즈 사는 게 훨 괜찮음 솔직히 이 시리즈는 버린 것 같은 느낌

### 3/5 — 번역오류좀 고치세요

*2024-06-16*

군데군데 번역이안되어서 불편합니다. 왜 이런 오류를 계속 방치하는거죠 !!

## Frequently asked questions about Pocket Academy

### What is Pocket Academy?

Pocket Academy is a simulation game where you design and manage your own dream school. You can build various facilities, establish student clubs, and organize events to attract students and increase your school's prestige.

### What are the key features of Pocket Academy?

Key features include building classrooms and facilities, creating and managing student clubs, organizing school events like athletic meets and art shows, guiding students towards college or their dream jobs, and elevating your school's overall prestige. The game also supports switching between English and Japanese.

### How much does Pocket Academy cost?

Pocket Academy is a paid application. The provided information indicates it is not free-to-play and does not have in-app purchases or ads, suggesting a one-time purchase cost.

### What devices is Pocket Academy compatible with?

The game supports iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad. Specific features like screen rotation and zoom are available on iPhone 3GS and later, iPod touch 2nd generation and later, and iPad.

### What is the main goal in Pocket Academy?

The main goal is to create the ultimate dream school by strategically building facilities, managing clubs, and organizing events. You aim to attract as many students as possible, ensure their success in college or their chosen careers, and elevate your school's prestige.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.31 — 2025-05-22

Fixed minor issues.

### 2.19 — 2022-01-27

Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 2.17 — 2021-04-12

Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 2.15 — 2020-12-01

Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 2.10 — 2019-06-24

Now available in Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Korean and Thai!

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