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Seoul is home to 20 international schools, offering families a range of curricula and price points to choose from.
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Founded in 2006, Gyeonggi Suwon International School (GSIS) is a coeducational Christian day and boarding school in Yeongtong-gu, Suwon. Students from Junior-Kindergarten through Grade 12 follow the International Baccalaureate continuum: PYP (Pre-K–Grade 5), MYP (Grades 6–10) and the IB Diploma Programme in the upper grades. GSIS lists campus facilities including a sports complex, a soccer field and an auditorium. The school reports an enrollment of 530 students, with Elementary classes capped at 20 and Secondary classes capped at 25. Transportation is available, and GSIS notes bus routes serving areas including Seoul, Bundang, Yongin, Suwon and Camp Humphreys (Pyeongtaek). GSIS also highlights “SEW week,” a three-day program focused on spiritual growth and community.
Lycée Français de Séoul (LFS) is a French international day school located in the Seorae Village district of Seoul, offering education from age 3 to 18 under the French curriculum accredited by the French Ministry of National Education. The campus sits in a residential area known for its French community and has easy access to Seoul public transport. LFS provides a complete pathway from Kindergarten through High School, with bilingual options including a French-English American International Section starting in early grades. Students engage in a broad range of arts, sports and cultural activities, including clubs in art, theater, cooking and language circles. The school also supports Cambridge English exams on site. With around 550+ students and instruction in multiple languages, LFS fosters multilingual learning and cross-cultural engagement.
Saint Paul Preparatory Seoul is an American international school in Seoul, South Korea, offering an American college-preparatory curriculum.
Hannam International School is a private international school in Seoul, South Korea.
British Education Korea (BEK) is a group of five campuses delivering a British-style international education in Seoul, Bundang and Dongtan. BEK was established in 2010 and operates BEK Secondary in Seoul, BEK Prep, BEK Lodge, BEK Bundang and BEK Dongtan. The curriculum is built around the National Curriculum for England and Cambridge pathways, with Primary and Prep offerings incorporating Cambridge (Primary/Secondary) and IGCSE/A‑Levels in the secondary program. BEK runs an English-speaking environment across its campuses, with a dedicated bilingual approach in the Lodge and Bundang settings. Mandarin is taught as a core language from Nursery age, alongside English, Maths, Science and other subjects. The school emphasises inquiry-based learning, international-mindedness and host-country awareness, with a strong pastoral care framework, small class sizes, and active co-curricular life. Co-curriculars include the Duke of Edinburgh Award, Student Council and a music program, as well as regular sports fixtures and educational trips.
Deutsche Schule Seoul International (DSSI) is a German overseas school in Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, described by the school as located “in the heart of Seoul.” It offers a continuous school pathway from Kindergarten through the upper levels that prepare students for the German International Abitur in grades 11 and 12. German is the school’s core language and the secondary section highlights foreign languages including English (from class 3) and French (from class 6/10). After lessons, students can join the Ganztagsprogramm, which the school describes as offering courses across areas such as languages, art, music, sport, technology, science and games. It also mentions activities like Taekwondo, archery and Korean language courses. DSSI is also recognized as a “MINT-freundliche Schule,” and the school references projects such as science club work and 3D printing.
Gangnam International School sits on the Gangnam Campus in Seocho District, Seoul, offering a two-program structure for G1–G5 and G6–G12. The school follows a WASC-accredited global curriculum with an extensive Advanced Placement pathway featuring more than 40 AP courses and flexible online and offline learning options. The campus brings together over 30 years of international education experience, and individualised college counseling guides students through university admissions, including placements at Ivy League, leading U.S./U.K. universities, and top Korean institutions. The school emphasizes project-based learning and Socratic Seminar, alongside ESL and Debate Writing, as part of its Personalized Programs. Extracurriculars span Arts and Athletics—Orchestra, Band, Taekwondo, Basketball, and Swimming—and Global Citizenship activities, such as Global Bridges, Farewell Inequality, and Eco Friendly & Well Being. Cultural and language study is supported by Spanish and ESL specialty offerings, while leadership opportunities arise through Student Council and Yearbook teams, fostering teamwork and responsible initiative. Everyday.
Grace International School is a private international school in Seoul, South Korea.
Korea International School (KIS) Seoul Campus serves students from Pre-K to Grade 5 in the Gaepo-dong area of Gangnam, Seoul, offering an international education in English. The school uses a play-based, Reggio-inspired curriculum in its Early Years, where young learners explore concepts through discovery and play. From Kindergarten to Grade 5, students engage in project-based learning grounded in U.S. Common Core standards for mathematics, English language arts, and social studies, with specialist classes in Korean, Chinese, music, PE, library, art, design, and STEM. KIS Seoul hosts a variety of after-school clubs twice yearly, spanning creative arts, coding, LEGO, sports and more, plus Saturday events geared to broad interests and skills. Furthermore, the campus sits amidst trees, parks and river paths, supporting opportunities for outdoor education and local exploration.
Korea International School (KIS) Pangyo Campus is an international school serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12. Located in Pangyo, Bundang-gu, Seongnam, the campus sits in a planned suburban area south of Seoul that is well known for its technology and business district. KIS Pangyo follows an American curriculum, with Advanced Placement (AP) courses available in high school, supporting preparation for university study, particularly in the United States. Instruction is delivered in English, while students also study Korean and can choose additional world languages such as Spanish, Mandarin, and French, depending on grade level. The school places emphasis on co-curricular participation, offering structured activities and student clubs alongside academic classes. A school bus service operates across Seoul and nearby residential areas, supporting daily commuting. KIS Pangyo is part of the wider Korea International School network and operates as a co-educational, non-boarding campus .
Earth International School is a private international school in Seoul, South Korea.
Centennial Christian School is a private Christian international school in Seoul, South Korea.
Dwight School Seoul is an International Baccalaureate school serving students from Preschool through Grade 12, offering the PYP, MYP and DP. The campus is located in Seoul’s Digital Media City area and includes facilities such as a 455-seat performing arts center, a library, technology labs and dedicated spaces like a Makerspace and “Bakerspace.” Students can join activities ranging from Model United Nations to Robotics. The school lists participation in multiple varsity teams. Dwight Seoul is also an independent award center for the Duke of Edinburgh International Award. The language of instruction is English and the school discloses language learning options that include Korean, German and Spanish.
Asia Pacific International School (APIS) in Seoul is an international K-12 school, offering education for students aged 3 to 18. The school follows a U.S.-based curriculum with Advanced Placement (AP) courses and integrates project-based learning and global perspectives into its programs. APIS places strong emphasis on language learning, requiring students to engage with multiple languages such as Korean and additional East Asian languages as part of its curriculum. The school provides small class sizes (around 15 students) and a personalized learning environment. Facilities include classrooms with digital integration, athletic fields and specialist spaces supporting science, arts and creative projects. APIS also offers a school bus service and a range of student-led clubs and activities that promote participation in sports, arts and academic pursuits. English is the primary language of instruction and the school fosters engagement through experiential learning opportunities including global exchange activities.
Cheongna Dalton School (CDS) is an international, coeducational school in Cheongna International City, Seo-gu, Incheon, with tuition published for Pre-K through Grade 12. CDS opened on September 1, 2011. The school’s program is built on the Dalton Plan, including its “House, Assignment and Laboratory” structure. Facilities described in admissions information include Dalton Hall (an auditorium), a gym, a swimming pool, a turf soccer field, an equestrian field and dormitory facilities. The course catalog materials reference Advanced Placement (AP) coursework (for example, AP English Language and Composition).
Hillside Collegiate School is a private international school in South Korea.
Lycée International Xavier (LIX) is a French school in Seoul, on the north side of the Han River. The principal describes its setting as next to Bukhansan National Park and about 15 minutes from central Seoul. Students follow the French curriculum, with pathways to the Diplôme National du Brevet (end of grade 9) and the Baccalauréat in high school. Instruction is in French, and foreign languages taught include English and Korean. From middle school, students may also study Chinese or Spanish and Latin. The school offers boarding and provides school bus information on its site. Activities listed include Model United Nations (MUN), orchestra, theatre and sports options such as judo and basketball.
International Christian School Uijeongbu (ICSU) is an English-language international school located in Uijeongbu, north of Seoul, South Korea. It serves the international community since 1983. The school is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI), and is recognized by the Korean Ministry of Education as a foreign school. ICSU offers a US-based curriculum for Elementary, Middle and High School learners, with opportunities for students to take Advanced Placement (AP) courses approved by the US College Board in the upper grades. Its academic framework is built on US Common Core and other internationally recognized standards, and includes English Language Development support. The school emphasizes teacher-student mentorship grounded in Christian values. ICSU also provides counseling services, standardized testing, college placement support and activities ranging from arts to athletics and character development.
Concordia International School Seoul is a private international school in Seoul, South Korea.
Mountain of Olives Christian School is a private Christian international school in South Korea.
Wilberforce Christian School (WCS) is a Christian alternative school in Seoul's Seocho district, opened in 2021. The school aims to equip the next generation with a Biblical worldview and a sound historical framework to serve Korea and beyond. The curriculum weaves Biblical Theology, worldview studies, and English-language education into a heritage of classic humanities, with a bilingual approach in the middle years and English-medium study for the upper years. Elementary education emphasizes a foundation in Biblical worldview, BT, English, and Korean-language study; middle school uses a bilingual model with some subjects taught in English; and high school offers a pathway described as American college course work. Regular chapel and Bible-centered instruction accompany academic study. The school is led by Principal Pastor Lee Tae-hee. The campus is located in Seocho-gu and is accessible by public transit, with directions noting proximity to Yangjae Station (Line 3) and Gangnam Station (Shinbundang Line).
Calvin Manitoba International School is a K–12 school in Songdo, Incheon, described by the school as an innovative “smart city.” It offers Senior Kindergarten through Grade 12, and notes a student body of over 500 learners. The academic program follows the Manitoba (Canada) curriculum, and the school states graduates receive a Manitoba High School Diploma issued through Manitoba’s education authority. In Senior Kindergarten, the program is delivered by a team that includes an English Language Arts/Math teacher, a specialty teacher covering Music/Dance/Art/PE, and a Montessori teacher. Typical class sizes are shared by grade band (about 20 in kindergarten, 22 in grades 1–5, and 24 in grades 6–12).
Seoul Providence School (SPS) is a Christ-centered international school located in central Seoul at the Onnuri Youth Center, Ichon-ro 358, Yongsan-gu. It offers instruction in Korean and English and follows a U.S.-style curriculum grounded in a biblical worldview. The core curriculum aligns with the Massachusetts Curriculum Framework, and the school provides English Language Arts with ESL support (ELL). The campus includes a multi-purpose gym, a 190-seat theatre, a library, a media and computer lab, and a cafeteria.
Seoul Academy International School is a private international school in Seoul, South Korea.
The International Mongolian School (IMS) is a private, co-educational day school in Seoul that serves Mongolian children whose families live in Korea. It was established in December 1999 with support from the Seoul Foreign Workers Mission to provide education for Mongolian migrant families. IMS offers education from primary through high school and is located in Gwangjin-gu, in Gwangjang-dong, at 1 Gwangjang-ro 1-ga-gil. The school is recognized by the Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education and by the Mongolian government, and it maintains Mongolian textbooks and Korean language instruction as part of its program. The curriculum is presented as a Mongolian-language program with added Korean language education, and the school highlights after-school activities, camps, and volunteer opportunities as part of student life. The principal is Lee Kang-ae.
Seoul International School (SIS) is a PreK–12 school in Seongnam, Gyeonggi-do, serving international students in the Seoul area. Founded in 1973, SIS provides an American curriculum and offers Advanced Placement (AP) courses in high school. The school’s 2024–2025 High School Profile lists a total PreK–12 enrollment of 802 students. Class sizes are capped at 20 students in Pre-K through Senior Kindergarten, up to 23 students in grades 1–8 and high school classes typically range from 8 to 25 students depending on the course. Students can join activities such as Model United Nations, Science Club, Math Club, Coding club, Student Council and National Honor Societies. SIS also describes a music program that includes ensembles and Suzuki violin beginning in Junior Kindergarten.
Yongsan International School of Seoul (YISS) is a K–12 school in Yongsan-gu, on Itaewon-ro and the school describes its campus as being in the heart of Seoul. YISS follows a U.S. educational model and its high school offers Advanced Placement (AP) courses. Families choose between two student programs, which are the NICS Christian program (with Bible class/chapel) or the Oasis program (character education/philosophy and weekly assembly). The school provides student support services, including a Student Learning Support program that includes help for students acquiring English as an additional language. For daily logistics, YISS offers bus transportation and states it operates a fleet of 20 buses, with average rides of 25–30 minutes. In early August, kindergarten families take part in the school’s “Boo Hoo Breakfast” tradition.
Plymouth International (PICS) is an English-language program operating out of Plymouth International, 2nd Floor, 55 Yeongdeungpo-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul 07279, Republic of Korea. The site notes that the regular curriculum is US-accredited. Public pages do not disclose the exact opening year, campus facilities details beyond the address, or other operational particulars such as fees, age ranges, class sizes, total enrollment, boarding, or transportation options.
Providence Christian Academy Seoul (PCA Seoul) opened in August 2020 as the Seoul affiliate of Providence Christian Academy USA. It is an English-speaking, grades 1–12 academy located at 26, Teheran-ro 34-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul 06223, offering an American-based curriculum with a Christ-centered education. The school provides a High School AP program with 21 AP courses and college testing (PSAT/SAT), alongside a robust college counseling program. PCA Seoul emphasizes a framework of core competencies—Inquisitive Learners, Effective Communicators, Creative & Critical Thinkers, Flexible Collaborators, and Liberating Leaders—across academics, arts, and athletics. Elementary, Middle, and High School programs are organized as a 1–12 independent, non-denominational school, with multiple clubs and an extended extracurricular program (including Math Club, Science Club, and Debate Club). The campus maintains a low student–teacher ratio (about 12:1) to support personalized attention and pathways to overseas university admission.
Chadwick International is a Pre-K to Grade 12 school in Songdo, Incheon, founded in 2010. It is an authorized IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), Diploma Programme (DP) and Career Programme (CP). English is the language of instruction, and students can study Korean, Mandarin and Spanish as world languages (grade availability varies). Students take part in Outdoor Education trips, including compulsory experiences for Grades 4–12 ranging from two to 12 days. The school also highlights global programming such as exchanges with Chadwick School in California, Round Square conferences and Model United Nations. Beyond classes, the school describes over 50 clubs and student-run organizations and lists examples such as Robotics, Sustainability Council, Drama Club and service clubs.
Global Vision Christian School is a private Christian international school in South Korea.
Korea Foreign School (KFS) is a non-profit, coeducational day school in Seoul, founded in 2007, serving Grades 1–12. In Grades 1–5, students follow the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), built around inquiry and six transdisciplinary themes. From Grade 6 onward, KFS offers Cambridge International programmes, including Lower Secondary and Upper Secondary with IGCSE assessments and Cambridge Advanced (AS & A Levels) as well as the AICE Diploma for high school students. The school supports English language development through ELL services, including WIDA MODEL assessment and targeted support such as push-in, pull-out and an intensive English course. Weekly clubs run on Wednesdays and examples of the clubs in the school include Robotics, Model UN, Chess, and Football.
Korea Kent Foreign School (KKFS) is a private international school in Gwangjin-gu, Seoul, founded in 1994 as Milburn Christian School to provide education conducted in English. The school serves students from K5 through Grade 12, with divisions for Elementary (K5–5), Middle (6–8) and High School (9–12). KKFS follows the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) across its programs and the High School includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses. Students can study Mandarin, Spanish and Korean in World Language.
Seoul Foreign School (SFS) is an international school in Seoul serving students ages 2–18. Students learn on a 25-acre hilltop campus across four sections: British School, Elementary, Middle and High School. SFS offers two curricular pathways which are the International Baccalaureate Continuum and the English National Curriculum. In Elementary, students follow the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and in Middle School, they follow the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP). The High School offers the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) in Grades 11–12. Early learners in the British School Foundation follow the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) and primary years they use the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) alongside Maths and Literacy linked to the English National Curriculum. For performing arts, SFS lists multiple theatre venues, including the Lyso Center for the Performing Arts.
Dulwich College Seoul is a co-educational day school in Seocho District for students from Nursery to Year 13 (ages 3–18). Teaching is in English, with Mandarin and Korean also part of the language offer (including Korean as an elective in Senior School). The academic pathway is based on the National Curriculum for England and Wales, leading to IGCSE in Years 10–11 and the IB Diploma Programme in Years 12–13. Facilities listed by the school include learning resource centres, science laboratories, an SE21 (STEAM) room, art and design workshops (with a kiln), music rooms and the Alleyn Theatre. Students can join co-curricular options such as sports teams, musical ensembles, art clubs and community service. A distinctive programme is Ignite: Switzerland, described as an exclusive Year 9 opportunity for Dulwich College International students.
Namsan International Kindergarten is an international preschool and kindergarten located near Namsan Mountain in Seoul, South Korea.
The International School of the Sacred Heart Tokyo Seoul Campus is a branch of the Sacred Heart school network, operating in Seoul, South Korea.
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