Branksome Hall Asia vs North London Collegiate School Jeju

	Branksome Hall Asia Jeju, South Korea	N North London Collegiate School Jeju Jeju, South Korea
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year ₩40,464,955 - 49,500,285	Fees / year ₩36,345,821 - 50,939,757
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 4 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), British Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 750	Pupils 1,420
Typical class size	Typical class size 20	Typical class size 15
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 2012	Opened 2011
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Jeju Island, South Korea, at 234 Global edu-ro, Seogwipo City, Daejeong-eup (63644). The campus sits within Jeju Global Education City (JGEC), a cluster of international schools that host multiple private IB programs. The island context provides a scenic setting near Jeju's beaches and UNESCO World Heritage sites.	Location NLCS Jeju is located at 33 Global Edu-ro 145 Beon-gil, Daejeong-eup, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do 63644, Republic of Korea. The campus sits on Jeju Island, in the Seogwipo area, with Jeju City and Seogwipo within an hour's drive. Jeju International Airport provides flights to China, Taiwan, Singapore, Japan and Hong Kong, facilitating travel for relocating families.
Stages	Stages Branksome Hall Asia educates students from Junior Kindergarten Prep through Grade 12, offering the full International Baccalaureate continuum (PYP for JKP–5, MYP for 5–10, DP for 11–12). This aligns with the school's designation as Jeju's only full-continuum IB World School.	Stages The school is structured into Junior School (First School for Reception–Year 2 and Lower School for Year 3–Year 6), Senior School (Year 7–Year 11), and Sixth Form (Year 12–Year 13).
School type	School type Branksome Hall Asia is an international day and boarding school. Boarding is available for girls in Grades 6–12 and, from 2026–27, also for boys in Grades 6–10.	School type NLCS Jeju is a boarding and day school for boys and girls aged 4–18. The Diamond Model governs gender arrangements: co-educational from Reception to Year 6, single-sex in Year 7–11, and co-educational again in Year 12–13.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support The school provides Multilingual Learning (MLL) to support language development, a Learning Support program with Individual Learning Plans and accommodations, and access to social counseling. Restorative practices and a structured wellbeing framework are also part of the student support offerings.	Additional learning support There is an Emotional Guidance Team providing counselling and a Learning Support team to help students with additional needs access the curriculum and achieve their goals.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Branksome Hall Asia is the Jeju campus and sister school of Branksome Hall Canada in Toronto, established to continue the Branksome Hall IB tradition.	Country affiliation NLCS Jeju is part of the North London Collegiate School network, alongside NLCS London, NLCS Singapore, and NLCS Dubai.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation Religious affiliation is not indicated; Branksome Hall Asia operates as a non-denominational international school.	Religious affiliation Religious affiliation is not publicly stated in NLCS Jeju's official materials.
School day structure	School day structure The school day typically runs 8:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. for JK Prep through Grade 5; Grades 6–12 run 8:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with after-school cocurricular activities ending around 4:15–5:30 p.m. depending on the program.	School day structure Public materials indicate a school day that begins around 08:10 and includes focused lessons; co-curricular activities typically run until around 17:15, with a late bus around 18:30. On Fridays, day students commonly leave by 16:00.
Bus service details	Bus service details A school bus service is available for Students in Grade 1 and above for an additional fee; the bus route operates from Jeju City to the school.	Bus service details A school bus service is available for NLCS Jeju students.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application, deposits and one-off entrance charges - Application Fee: KRW 400,000 (non-refundable). - Registration Deposit (new students): KRW 3,000,000 (non-refundable). This deposit secures the offered place and is deducted from the first tuition payment. - Re-enrollment Deposit (returning students): KRW 3,000,000 (non-refundable) required to secure a place for the next academic year; this deposit is deducted from the annual tuition. - Entrance Fee (one-off for new students): KRW 3,000,000 (non-refundable). A sibling discount of KRW 1,000,000 applies to the Entrance Fee for the second and subsequent enrolled children. - Boarding Entrance Fee (one-off for new boarders): KRW 500,000 (non-refundable). Tuition fees by year group (annual, lump-sum (2% discount), and per-semester amounts) - Junior Kindergarten (JK) Prep – Grade 5 (PYP) - Annual tuition: KRW 21,336,000 / USD 13,870. - Lump-sum (2% discount) amount: KRW 20,909,000 / USD 13,593. - 1st semester: KRW 10,668,000 / USD 6,935. - 2nd semester: KRW 10,668,000 / USD 6,935. - Grades 6 – 10 (MYP) - Annual tuition: KRW 24,016,000 / USD 15,414. - Lump-sum (2% discount) amount: KRW 23,536,000 / USD 15,106. - 1st semester: KRW 12,008,000 / USD 7,707. - 2nd semester: KRW 12,008,000 / USD 7,707. - Grade 11 (DP) - Annual tuition: KRW 24,588,000 / USD 16,954. - Lump-sum (2% discount) amount: KRW 24,096,000 / USD 16,615. - 1st semester: KRW 12,294,000 / USD 8,477. - 2nd semester: KRW 12,294,000 / USD 8,477. - Grade 12 (DP) - Annual tuition: KRW 26,118,000 / USD 16,954. - Lump-sum (2% discount) amount: KRW 25,596,000 / USD 16,615. - 1st semester: KRW 13,059,000 / USD 8,477. - 2nd semester: KRW 13,059,000 / USD 8,477. Boarding fees (Grades 6–12 eligible; full-time and weekdays-only options) - Full-time boarding (annual): KRW 21,098,000. - Weekdays-only boarding (annual): KRW 16,854,000. Weekdays-only students return home Friday evening and return Sunday afternoon; weekend boarding and weekend activities are restricted for those on the weekdays-only plan. - Boarding payment schedule examples shown: - Lump-sum boarding payment due: May 8 (lump-sum date shown). - Installment option: 1st installment on May 8 and 2nd installment on October 27 (installment amounts are exactly half the annual fee). - Boarding fee includes boarding-specific activities but excludes meals and snacks; meals are invoiced separately by the catering operator. Other costs and recurring charges - Meals: invoiced separately by the catering operator for both day and boarding students. - School bus (day students): Jeju City line example: KRW 4,320,000 (annual, round trip). School bus fees become non-refundable after the semester begins. - Excursions and many co-curricular activities are included in tuition; certain optional, extended, or specialist activities (overnight/overseas trips, external examinations, private lessons outside school capacity, some camps) are charged separately as they occur. Invoices for such items will be issued as they occur. - Stationery: the cost of the initial stationery pack provided at the start of each academic year is included in tuition. - Uniforms and sportswear: parents are responsible for purchasing required uniforms and sportswear from the designated vendors. - Diploma (IB) related: IB Diploma examination and international postage fees are included in the tuition; some DP textbooks or course-specific materials may be the responsibility of students/parents. - Sibling discounts: Entrance Fee discount of KRW 1,000,000 applies for the second and subsequent enrolled children; third child tuition discount of 15% is applied (eldest and second child positions have no tuition discount). Billing schedule and payment terms - Registration / re-enrollment deposit: payable promptly on acceptance. Registration deposit is normally payable within 7 days of the offer letter. The Registration/Re-enrollment Deposit (KRW 3,000,000) is deducted from the annual tuition invoice. - Tuition payment options and typical due-date windows shown: - One-payment (lump-sum) option: payment in early May; tuition paid in full receives a 2% discount (applies to tuition only). - Two-payment option: two equal payments with the Registration/Re-enrollment Deposit deducted from the first payment; first payment due in the early-May window and second payment due in October. (Example windows shown: 1st payment between April 15 – May 8; 2nd payment between October 1 – October 27.) - Boarding fees may be paid in one or two payments; meals remain billed separately by the caterer. Tuition must be paid in the two billed currencies (KRW and USD) in the amounts billed; boarding and other fees are payable in KRW. - A student is not permitted to attend classes or school activities until full payment of the tuition fee for the relevant period is made. Interest is charged on overdue balances at 12% per annum, calculated pro rata by calendar days. Failure to pay by the due date may result in a student being placed on a wait-list. Refund information and schedule - Non-refundable in all cases: Application Fee, Registration Deposit, Re-enrollment Deposit (before semester begins), Entrance Fee, Boarding Entrance Fee. School bus fee is non-refundable after the semester begins. Refund is not permitted if school is closed due to Force Majeure. - Refundable items follow a semester-based refund schedule (written withdrawal or change-of-status requests required): - Requests made at least 10 weeks before semester start: full refund. - Requests made 6 weeks before semester start: 80% refund. - Requests made within 6 weeks before semester start: 60% refund. - After the semester begins: within 30 days of the first day of attendance — 40% refund; within 60 days — 20% refund; after 60 days — no refund. - Specific semester-date windows and the dates used for the refund schedule are set per-semester in the billing documents. Written notice requirements (for withdrawal or change of boarding status) are 10 weeks in advance for semester withdrawals or boarding changes. Fee payment options and practical payment details - Tuition is payable in both Korean Won (KRW) and US Dollars (USD) in the exact amounts billed; all other fees must be paid in KRW. Boarding fees are payable in KRW only. - Primary payment method: payment to each student's virtual banking account (NH Bank / Nonghyup) shown on the invoice. If deposit to the virtual account is not possible, payments may be remitted to the school's general account with clear student identification (student name + registration number). Banking charges are the responsibility of the payer. - International remittance details and guidance: SWIFT NACFKRSEXXX (NH Bank). For remittances from abroad, add USD 25 and KRW 30,000 to cover banking charges. Parents may request an adjusted invoice or alternative payment advice from the finance office (finance@branksome.asia). Late payment and billing system - Interest on overdue balances: 12% per annum, applied pro-rata by calendar days. Students with unpaid fees are not permitted to participate in classes or school activities until accounts are settled. Invoices and receipts are available via the school billing system. Banking fees and transfer charges are payable by parents. Notes and common inclusions / exclusions - Included in tuition: initial stationery pack, many excursions and co-curricular activities that are part of curriculum delivery, and IB Diploma examination and postage fees. - Excluded from tuition: meals (charged by caterer), uniforms, some textbooks and course materials (DP textbooks may be parent-paid), extended or optional trips, and certain specialist activities which will be invoiced separately. If you need any specific numeric line-item repeated in a different format, each of the items above is drawn from the school's published fee schedule and billing documents.	Fee details Application, Registration and One-off Fees - Application fee: KRW 400,000 (non‑refundable). - Registration fee (new students only): KRW 400,000 (non‑refundable; payable once when a student joins). - Acceptance deposit (new and returning students): KRW 5,000,000 (refundable when the student graduates or withdraws; refunds are not given for cancellation of admission before start date). - Capital fee (new students only): KRW 3,000,000 (non‑refundable). Returning students receive a flat KRW 1,500,000 discount on this item. - Boarding capital fee (new boarders only): KRW 500,000 (non‑refundable). Tuition fees (by year group) — annual amounts and instalment breakdowns Tuition is split into a KRW portion and a USD portion; fees should be paid in both currencies. A 2.0% discount applies to a lump‑sum (single) payment. The school also offers a three‑instalment schedule (50% / 25% / 25%) with specified due dates. The amounts below are shown as Annual Lump‑Sum (KRW / USD) and the scheduled instalment amounts (1st instalment = 50%; 2nd = 25%; 3rd = 25%). - Reception (Junior R) - Annual (lump‑sum): KRW 20,109,990 ; USD 11,707. - Instalments: 1st (50%): KRW 19,803,920 ; USD 11,476. 2nd (25%): KRW 10,009,990 ; USD 5,855. 3rd (25%): KRW 5,050,000 ; USD 2,926. - Junior (Year 1 – Year 6) - Annual (lump‑sum): KRW 22,443,610 ; USD 13,009. - Instalments: 1st (50%): KRW 22,003,530 ; USD 12,758. 2nd (25%): KRW 11,221,810 ; USD 6,505. 3rd (25%): KRW 5,610,900 ; USD 3,252. - Middle (Year 7 – Year 9) - Annual (lump‑sum): KRW 23,500,410 ; USD 13,621. - Instalments: 1st (50%): KRW 23,039,620 ; USD 13,357. 2nd (25%): KRW 11,750,210 ; USD 6,811. 3rd (25%): KRW 5,875,100 ; USD 3,405. - Upper (Year 10 – Year 11) - Annual (lump‑sum): KRW 26,721,570 ; USD 15,484. - Instalments: 1st (50%): KRW 26,197,630 ; USD 15,182. 2nd (25%): KRW 13,360,790 ; USD 7,742. 3rd (25%): KRW 6,680,390 ; USD 3,871. - Sixth Form (Year 12 – Year 13) - Annual (lump‑sum): KRW 28,316,010 ; USD 16,404. - Instalments: 1st (50%): KRW 27,760,790 ; USD 16,084. 2nd (25%): KRW 14,158,010 ; USD 8,202. 3rd (25%): KRW 7,079,000 ; USD 4,101. Per‑term (three equal terms) guidance - When fees are divided into three equal term payments (the policy used for mid‑term entry), each term equals one‑third of the annual tuition. Approximately: Reception ~ KRW 6,703,330 / USD 3,902 per term; Junior Y1–Y6 ~ KRW 7,481,203 / USD 4,336 per term; Middle ~ KRW 7,833,470 / USD 4,540 per term; Upper ~ KRW 8,907,190 / USD 5,161 per term; Sixth Form ~ KRW 9,438,670 / USD 5,468 per term. The school's published schedule clarifies that the 50/25/25 instalment allocation is a payment schedule and does not directly equate to the cost of individual academic terms. Billing schedule and payment terms - Standard instalment due dates for the 50/25/25 schedule are: 20 June (first instalment), 7 November (second instalment), and 13 February (third instalment). Lump‑sum payments are accepted and receive a 2.0% discount. Parents who do not pay after reminders risk their child losing their place. The school requires one term's prior written notice (by completing the Parent Portal Withdrawal Form) to avoid a tuition penalty; otherwise the acceptance deposit may be deducted as a penalty. Late payments may incur simple interest up to 1.5% per month and all costs of collection are recoverable. Boarding fees (KRW only) — annual and instalment values - Boarding fees are denominated in KRW only. Board can be paid in full (with 2.0% discount) or in three instalments; meals are charged separately by the canteen operator. If joining boarding before the start of a half‑term break, the full term's boarding fee is payable; if joining after the start of a half‑term break, 50% of that term's boarding fee is charged. Instalment due dates match the tuition due dates. The published annual and instalment figures (KRW) are: - Junior Weekly (Y3–Y6): Annual KRW 12,470,250 ; discounted annual shown KRW 12,225,720 ; three instalments KRW 4,156,750 each. - Junior (Y3–Y6) — other boarding option: Annual KRW 14,548,620 ; discounted annual KRW 14,263,360 ; instalments KRW 4,849,540 each. - Middle (Y7–Y9): Annual KRW 16,838,820 ; discounted KRW 16,508,640 ; instalments KRW 5,612,940 each. - Upper (Y10–Y11): Annual KRW 16,838,820 ; discounted KRW 16,508,640 ; instalments KRW 5,612,940 each. - Sixth Form (Y12–Y13): Annual KRW 17,248,560 ; discounted KRW 16,910,360 ; instalments KRW 5,749,520 each. Other costs and recurring charges - Textbook deposit: KRW 400,000 (one‑time, refundable when books are returned in good condition). - School bus (coach) service: KRW 4,235,000 per year (annual fee; must be paid in full). One‑way trips are charged at 50% of the annual rate for the relevant period; mid‑term starts are pro‑rata or half‑term rules apply. - Meals: invoiced separately by the canteen provider to parents. Overnight accommodation for day students who stay in boarding houses is charged KRW 70,000 per night. - Co‑curricular activity (Bryant / CCA) fees: issued per session, three times per year. Music lesson fees: invoiced termly in advance; unpaid lesson applications will be cancelled. Expedition, field trip and other activity costs will be billed as events take place. - Sibling discount: Reception–Year 2 none; Year 3–Year 13: 6% discount on the boarding fee of each term when two or more children are enrolled. Refund and withdrawal rules - Tuition/boarding refunds on withdrawal are tiered by withdrawal date: 100% refund before the start of the academic year; 66.67% refund if withdrawn before the start of term 2; 33.33% refund if withdrawn before the start of term 3. School bus fees: full refund if withdrawal occurs before the start of term (based on application date); non‑refundable after the start of term (based on transfer date). The school requires one term's prior written notice of withdrawal; failure to provide notice may result in the acceptance deposit being forfeited as a penalty. Payment currencies and payment format - Tuition is payable in both KRW and USD (the published schedule lists both currency amounts and the fee is split across the two currencies). Payments may be made as a lump‑sum or in instalments according to the published schedules; a 2.0% discount applies to lump‑sum payments. Specific payment channels (for example, bank transfer, credit card or other methods) are not itemised in the published fee schedule; invoices and the school's billing communications will indicate the accepted payment mechanism and instructions. Late payment and collection costs - Late payments may incur simple interest charged daily up to 1.5% per month. All costs incurred in the collection of unpaid fees, including administrative costs and agent fees, are recoverable in full. Parents who do not pay after reminders risk their child losing their place. If you need these figures copied into a specific data format for your database, present them exactly as above; each numeric item here matches the published fee schedule.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements Boarding is available for girls in Grades 6–12 and boys in Grades 6–10 for the 2026–27 academic year. Boarding houses are on campus and staffed by Teacher Dons and Heads of House who reside on site. Students are organized into a 1:10 family grouping led by a Head of House with a student mentor, and a Boarding Council meets weekly to discuss boarding life. The program includes weekend activities, supervised airport shuttles, and access to campus facilities after school and on weekends.	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement There are two standard uniforms. On Fridays, Uniform 1 is worn for Junior School Assembly days; on PE or Swim days, students wear the PE uniform (bring the swim kit on swim days); on other days, Uniform 2 is worn. Clan Event Days require a Clan T‑shirt/color with PE shorts and sneakers.	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options There is on‑campus dining, including a campus café located in the Wellness Center that serves snacks and drinks; a rotating menu is offered at the cafe. The Wellness Center also houses the cafeteria for meals.	Food options —
House system	House system Branksome Hall Asia uses a house system called Clans. All students and faculty belong to a Clan, which supports cross‑grade collaboration, charity work, and sports through Clan-based activities. Each Clan has a Clan Chieftain and a Deputy Chieftain elected by its members, fostering leadership and school spirit.	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership Branksome Hall Asia is an independent school with its own Principal and Board of Governors. It has adopted the vision and mission of Branksome Hall Canada while operating as its own entity; governance is provided by its Board of Governors.	Governance and ownership —
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Branksome Hall Asia offers the International Baccalaureate full continuum: the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for Junior Kindergarten Prep through Grade 5, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for Grades 6–10, and the Diploma Programme (DP) for Grades 11–12. Instruction is conducted in English, and the school is an IB World School authorized to deliver the Diploma Programme since 2013. In the Junior School, PYP learning is delivered through transdisciplinary units of inquiry with integrated design experiences, including early exposure to design thinking, robotics, and culinary science. The Middle School follows the MYP framework for Grades 6–10, integrating eight IB subject groups and preparing students for the DP. In the Diploma Programme (Grades 11–12), students take courses from the six DP subject groups and complete the DP core—Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay, and Creativity, Activity and Service. Branksome Hall Asia is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and the Korean Ministry of Education, and was re-accredited by the Council of International Schools in 2023.	Curriculum details NLCS Jeju teaches in English and follows a British-style curriculum delivered through a 'diamond' model of education: Reception to Year 6 are co-educational; Years 7–11 are single-sex; Sixth Form (Year 12–13) are co-educational. Up to age 16, students complete the IGCSE programme across core subjects. From age 16 to 18, NLCS Jeju offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, with six subjects at Higher or Standard Level and core components Theory of Knowledge, Creativity, Activity, Service, and the Extended Essay. The Diploma Programme provides a broad range of subjects across languages, sciences, humanities and the arts, all taught in English. Enrichment is extensive, with dozens of student-run clubs and activities; in 2024 the school reported an average IB score of 36.2 and 71% of IGCSE results were A*-A.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio Not publicly published; NLCS Jeju uses a diamond model with year-group teaching structures.
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results IGCSE results (2024): 71% A*-A; IB Diploma Programme (2024): average score 36.2/45.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression Graduates progress to universities worldwide; NLCS Jeju provides university guidance and support to help with applications.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented Academic Scholarship is a pillar of NLCS Jeju, supporting high-achieving students throughout Reception to Year 13.
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning Branksome Hall Asia supports Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) through a holistic Student Support framework that integrates Multilingual Learning (MLL), Learning Support, and Social Counseling to promote well-being, academic success, and personal growth, addressing physical, mental, emotional, social, and academic health to build resilience, decision-making, and proactive problem-solving.	Social & emotional learning —
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The school publicly discloses Learning Support and Multilingual Learning as part of Student Support; it does not specify the exact kinds of Special Educational Needs (SEN) it can support, nor is it identified as a specialist SEN institution.	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language EAL-specific provisions are not described separately; Multilingual Learning (MLL) is the language-support component included in Student Support.	English as an additional language —
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is addressed within the same Student Support framework, focusing on physical, mental, emotional, and social health and including Social Counseling and Restorative Practices.	Mental wellbeing —
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Branksome Hall Asia maintains a formal Child Protection and Welfare program, including a Child Protection Officer and a Child Protection and Welfare Response Team, defined maltreatment categories, reporting procedures for suspected abuse or neglect, and collaboration with authorities as needed.	Safeguarding —
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Branksome Hall Asia sits on a 90,350 m² campus in Jeju Global Education City. The Library Building (LB) and a Performing Arts Center (PAC) anchor the campus, with a 342-seat auditorium and a black box theatre. The Design Technology program includes a Makerspace with 3D printing and robotics, and STEM V (Lab&Art) spaces support science and art work. Outdoor and wellness spaces include a Welcome Garden and a playground, with a Wellness Center that houses a gym and fitness facilities. On-site athletics include an ice rink, an Olympic-sized swimming pool, and a golf driving range with putting green.	Facilities overview —
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The campus includes an on-site ice rink, an Olympic-sized swimming pool, and a golf driving range with putting green. A gymnasium and fitness spaces, yoga rooms, and sports fields support a broad athletics program and student recreation. The Bears Athletics program also includes ice hockey and skating activities, as well as swimming programs on campus.	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Academic facilities include the Library Building (LB) and the Lower Junior School Library, with additional library spaces housed within the Lower Junior School Pod. The campus provides STEM V (Lab&Art) spaces and a Design Technology area with a Makerspace that supports 3D printing and robotics. Specialist Visual Arts studios accommodate drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, digital media, photography, film, and ceramics, while the music facilities include a dedicated music room.	Academic facilities —
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Performing Arts encompass theatre, dance, and music, with a CASE after-school program and a well-equipped theatre department featuring a black box studio and a 342-seat auditorium. The program includes year-round music ensembles such as the Junior Honors Orchestra, Sinfonietta, Symphony Orchestra, and Choir. Branksome Hall Asia also operates a vibrant athletics program with multiple sports teams and on-campus opportunities, including ice hockey and skating, swimming, and other spring, winter, and fall sports. The school participates in international exchanges, such as Branksome Hall Exchange (BHX) with its Toronto sister school.	Extra curricular facilities —
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Branksome Hall Asia was founded in 2012 on Jeju Island as the Jeju campus of Branksome Hall, the Toronto-based sister school. It is an independent institution with its own Principal and Board of Governors, while adopting the vision and mission of Branksome Hall Canada. It is located in Jeju's Global Education City and offers the International Baccalaureate program from JK Prep to Grade 12. In 2023, Branksome Hall Asia began admitting male students to Grades 6–7, marking a move toward co-education. The first Branksome Hall Asia alumni class graduated in 2015.	History —
Community	Community Branksome Hall Asia's community includes faculty, parents, and students, with partnerships with parents and alumni as core to school life. Student life features a house (clan) system, CASE (Creativity, Action, Service, Enrichment) activities, and leadership opportunities from Junior School through Grade 12 Prefect roles, including a Head Girl. Boarding life strengthens community through a 1:10 family structure, a Boarding Council, and regular off-campus trips. The school hosts and participates in events such as the National Geographic Explorer Spotlight Asia on campus in 2022.	Community —
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association The Parent Association (PA) collaborates closely with Branksome Hall Asia to support its mission, vision, and purpose. It provides feedback on student life, communicates with the parent community, supports parent education on the IB program, and helps safeguard and enhance the school's public image while promoting good citizenship. Friends of Branksome (FOB) is a parent volunteer group that supports the school shop, contributes to special events, and enhances school spirit. FOB volunteers participate in events and initiatives that engage families and strengthen community ties. The alumni network remains connected and engaged with current students and school life, complementing PA and FOB activities.	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Branksome Hall Asia offers extensive academic and intellectual enrichment beyond the core IB program through its C.A.S.E. program, which provides opportunities in creativity, action, service, and enrichment. Students join a wide range of activities, including debate, swim, skate, film, theatre, robotics, and Model UN, complementing classroom learning and building skills such as critical thinking and collaboration. Experiential Learning extends this enrichment with grade-level expeditions and partnerships with local and global organizations that challenge students to apply knowledge in real-world contexts. The IB framework also supports active participation in service learning and enrichment activities as core components of learning.	Academic & intellectual —
Arts & creative	Arts & creative The Performing Arts program encompasses theatre, dance, and music, offering students opportunities to perform, study in ensembles, and participate in productions beyond class time. The CASE after-school program includes orchestras, choirs, and elite dance companies, enabling advanced practice and public performances. Visual Arts is an IB-aligned stream featuring studio work in drawing, painting, sculpture, and digital media, with exploration of traditional and contemporary practices. The school emphasizes creative expression as a vehicle for communication, collaboration, and leadership.	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Branksome Hall Asia offers international cultural exchange through Branksome Hall Exchange (BHX), a Grade 9 program linking Jeju and Toronto students with outdoor leadership experiences and cross-cultural collaboration, including a trip to Algonquin Park. The school supports language development through student leadership structures such as Language Proficiency Council, coordinating language activities and promoting multilingual learning. A Clan (house) system fosters intercultural understanding and community through cross‑grade collaboration, service projects, and school traditions. Together these activities provide students with opportunities to engage with different cultures and languages beyond the classroom.	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Branksome Hall Asia offers a broad array of clubs and activities through the C.A.S.E. program, including debate, film, robotics, theatre, and other interest-based groups; students can start new clubs and take leadership roles. The Student Life program supports social development through student councils across arts, athletics, language, sustainability, and other areas, providing opportunities for peer collaboration and leadership. The Clan (house) system promotes cross‑grade social connections through regular competitions, service projects, and social events. These elements together foster friendships, teamwork, and hobby engagement beyond the classroom.	Social & hobbies —
Community & service	Community & service C.A.S.E. includes service opportunities and community outreach, aligning student interests with social impact; students participate in service projects, charitable activities, and volunteering as part of the co-curricular program. The program emphasizes developing social responsibility and leadership through purposeful service learning. Experiential Learning, including the Branksome Hall Exchange, enables students to address local, regional, and global issues in collaboration with partner organizations.	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Leadership development is embedded across Branksome Hall Asia, beginning in the Junior School and culminating in the Grade 12 Prefect system and Head Girl role, with prefects guiding younger students and leading councils for Grades 6–12. Students serve in multiple Councils (Admissions, Arts, Assembly, Athletics, Beta Kappa, Boarding, Clan, Language Proficiency, Inclusion, Sustainability, and more), building communication, problem-solving, and teamwork. Clan leadership and Head of House roles provide ongoing opportunities to lead peers and shape school culture.	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Bears Athletics offers 24 sanctioned KISAC conference teams and year-round ice hockey and swim programs with large participation; a skate program is integrated into the IB PHE curriculum, and facilities include an ice rink on campus, an Olympic-sized swimming pool, and a dedicated golf facility. Boarding Life provides access to a fitness room, pool, skate rink, yoga room, and gym, along with spaces for relaxation and well-being. Off-campus experiences and outdoor leadership are supported through the Branksome Hall Exchange and other experiential learning activities.	Lifestyle & wellbeing —
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision English is the language of instruction across the IB programs. Korean and Chinese are taught as language options within the IB curriculum (Korean A LAL; Korean B; Chinese B; Chinese A Literature), with Spanish Ab Initio also available. Non-native English speakers receive language support, and admissions note that support is available in English, Chinese, and Korean to assist international applicants. Korean language and history are explicitly integrated into the curriculum, alongside other subject areas, across the full IB continuum.	Language provision —
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching Branksome Hall Asia offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme with a pathway for a bilingual diploma. The DP includes languages such as Korean (Korean A Language and Literature; Korean B) and Chinese (Chinese B; Chinese A Literature), with Spanish Ab Initio also offered as an additional language option. The language of instruction for IB courses is English, and the Diploma Programme is available in the final two years of the IB continuum (Grades 11–12). The school reports a high rate of bilingual diploma attainment among recent DP graduates (e.g., a large share earned the bilingual diploma).	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs Branksome Hall Asia runs the Branksome Hall Exchange (BHX) program, which links Grade 9 students in Jeju with peers at Branksome Hall in Toronto. Each October, BHX participants travel to Toronto for three weeks of outdoor experiences, cultural exchange, and intensive collaboration with Canadian classmates; in the spring, Toronto students visit Jeju for a reciprocal immersive experience. Additional immersion experiences include Malaysia Camp for Grade 8, focusing on outdoor leadership and cross-cultural learning. The curriculum also includes structured opportunities to study the Korean language, history, and culture in depth as part of its Korean-language offerings.	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
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Accreditations	Accreditations - Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) accreditation — confirms the school meets standards for institutional integrity, academic quality, and student success; involves a six-year self-study and peer evaluation to drive ongoing improvement.	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1	Admissions 1. Apply (initial registration and fees). To begin, submit the online application form and pay the non-refundable application fee of KRW 400,000. After you submit, you will receive an email with a NLCS Jeju ID number and instructions for submitting the remaining documents. The school reserves the right to close applications for particular year groups earlier than planned if demand is high, so early application is advised. 2. Prepare and submit required documents. Once you have registered, you will be sent an ID and a list of documents to submit by email. Required documents include: the child's passport (dual nationals should submit both), a recent colour photo, parent/guardian passports, a completed consent form, the most recent one-year transcript or school report (translated if not in English; not required for Reception or Year 1), Korean Residents Registration for Korean nationals or Alien Registration Card for foreign nationals, and a school recommendation letter. Do not email documents until you have received the ID number. 3. Understand year-group entry windows and rolling admissions. For 2025/26, applications are rolling for Reception to Year 9, while Year 10–13 are not open for mid-term entry. For 2026/27, applications are rolling for Reception to Year 12, with Year 11 and Year 13 not open for entry. Parents should check the current year-group entry page for the exact status and deadlines. 4. Arrange and participate in the admissions assessment. All students are assessed to determine suitability. Registration for an Assessment Day should occur at least three weeks before the chosen date; Assessment Days are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Optional group tours are available on the assessment day at 2:00 pm. The assessment process for each year group outlines specific tests and activities and aims to gauge readiness for NLCS Jeju's curriculum. 5. Understand the assessment elements by year group (what you may expect). Year 0–Reception candidates complete the BASE cognitive assessment plus a class observation. Years 1–2 have English and Mathematics written tests plus a class observation. Year 3 includes an initial CAT4 or MAP Growth assessment, a PTE English test, and a second-stage online English interview. Years 4–9 combine CAT4/MAP Growth, subject or PTM tests, and an online English interview in the second stage. Years 10–12 involve CAT4, PTM tests, English level tests, and an online English interview; some year groups have written and online components at the second stage. If assessments span more than one day, the first part may determine whether the student proceeds to the second part. 6. Wait for the outcome. After all assessment elements are complete, the school aims to inform you as soon as possible, but you should allow one to two weeks to receive the outcome email. If a student's assessment results suggest they are unlikely to receive an offer, they may be told they cannot proceed to further parts of the assessment. 7. Language considerations for Korean nationals. All students who hold South Korean nationality must take Korean Language and Korean History classes at NLCS Jeju. Students with beginner-level Korean proficiency may take only Korean Language classes in place of Korean History. For more information, contact the Admissions Team. 8. Check year-of-entry and proceed to an offer. Use the Year Group Entry information for 2025/26 and 2026/27 to determine which year groups are available and when intake starts. Offers follow the assessment and review process and are communicated after decisions are made by the Principal and NLCS International. 9. Enrolment and next steps after an offer. If an offer is made and accepted, the Admissions Team will guide you through the enrolment process to prepare for the start of term. For general inquiries or to arrange visits, contact the Admissions Team at the listed NLCS Jeju contact details. 10. Fees overview (context for admissions). A detailed Fee Policy and Schedule for 2025–2026 outlines one-time charges (application, registration, capital fees, etc.) and ongoing tuition/boarding costs, payment options, and due dates. Tuition is billed in KRW and USD with lump-sum discounts available, and there are specific due dates (e.g., due date for certain items is June 20, 2025). For precise figures by year group, refer to the Fee Policy and Schedule.
Scholarships	Scholarships 3	Scholarships NLCS Jeju features an Academic Scholarship program described as one of the school's three pillars. The program is positioned as an ongoing, foundational form of support beginning in Reception and continuing throughout a student's NLCS Jeju journey. The page states that NLCS Jeju provides the necessary supports, facilities, and pastoral care to help students pursue their goals, but it does not publish specific eligibility criteria, application procedures, or monetary values online. There are no publicly published details about other scholarships or bursaries on the NLCS Jeju site.
Waitlist	Waitlist 2	Waitlist NLCS Jeju uses rolling admissions for most year groups and does not publish a formal waitlist or pool. The school reserves the right to close applications for some year groups early if demand is high, and intake status can change based on demand. There is no publicly published waitlist process; families should apply early and monitor entry status. Rolling admissions are noted for Reception through various years, with some intakes not available at mid-term for certain cohorts.
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