Gyeonggi Suwon International School and Seoul Foreign School are both in Seoul, about 36 km apart. Both schools offer IB programmes. Gyeonggi Suwon International School also offers Christian, and Seoul Foreign School also offers British. Published annual fees are ₩24,515,013 - 39,265,319 at Gyeonggi Suwon International School and ₩37,612,549 - 52,279,697 at Seoul Foreign School, which puts Seoul Foreign School roughly 41% higher. Gyeonggi Suwon International School takes pupils from 3 to 18, and Seoul Foreign School from 2 to 18. Seoul Foreign School is the larger school, with around 1,500 pupils to Gyeonggi Suwon International School's 600. Typical class sizes are 20 at Gyeonggi Suwon International School and 18 at Seoul Foreign School.
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Gyeonggi Suwon International School
Seoul, South Korea
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Seoul Foreign School
Seoul, South Korea
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Fees / year
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Fees / year ₩24,515,013 - 39,265,319 | Fees / year ₩37,612,549 - 52,279,697 |
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Age range
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Age range 3 - 18 years | Age range 2 - 18 years |
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Type
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Type Co-educational | Type Co-educational |
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Curriculum
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Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Christian Curriculum | Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), British Curriculum |
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Pupils
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Pupils 600 | Pupils 1,500 |
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Typical class size
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Typical class size 20 | Typical class size 18 |
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Instruction language
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Instruction language English | Instruction language English |
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Opened
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Opened 2006 | Opened 1912 |
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Bus service
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Bus service Yes | Bus service Yes |
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Location
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Location Gyeonggi Suwon International School (GSIS) is located at 451 YeongTong-Ro, YeongTong-Gu, Suwon City, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea 16706. The campus sits in the Yeongtong district of Suwon within the Seoul metropolitan area and is served by GSIS's own bus network. The school runs a bus service to Seoul, Bundang, Yongin, Suwon, and Camp Humphreys in Pyeongtaek, using 12 buses. | Location Seoul Foreign School is located at 39 Yeonhui-ro 22-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul 03723, South Korea. The hilltop campus sits on about 25 acres in the Yeonhui area of Seoul and hosts four sections on one site, including the British School, Elementary School, Middle School, and High School. The school's Seodaemun-gu location places it on a central-west side neighborhood that is served by city transport; the campus is described as a hilltop setting with extensive facilities. |
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Stages
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Stages GSIS offers Pre-K through Grade 12. The Primary Years Program (PYP) covers Pre-K to Grade 5, the Middle Years Program (MYP) covers Grade 6 to Grade 10, and the Diploma Program (DP) covers Grade 11 to 12. | Stages Seoul Foreign School consists of four sections: the British School (Early Years–Year 6), the Elementary School, the Middle School, and the High School, all on one hilltop campus. The school offers two curricular paths: the English National Curriculum in the British School and the International Baccalaureate continuum (PYP in Elementary, MYP in Middle, and DP in High) across sections. Ages map to the sections as follows: Ages 2-5 can join the British School Foundation or Elementary School PYP; Ages 5-11 can follow British School Key Stage 2 or Elementary School PYP (Grades 1-5); Ages 11-14 attend Middle School (MYP); and Ages 14-18 complete High School (DP). |
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School type
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School type GSIS is a coeducational day school that began with a boarding program in its early years but now operates as a day school. | School type Seoul Foreign School is a co-educational international day school. |
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Pupil nationality mix
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Additional learning support
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Additional learning support The school offers an English language support program (ELL) as part of admissions (Special Criteria I) and has processes for students with special needs (Special Criteria II). Learning Support is provided, and counseling services address academic and emotional needs. | Additional learning support Seoul Foreign School provides on-site, full-time Student Support Services with specialists who support language and literacy, learning needs, school psychology, counseling, and speech-and-language therapy. The program includes Language Support, Learning Support, School Psychology Services, School Counseling, and Speech and Language Therapy, with collaborative processes to inform admissions and ongoing support. |
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Country affiliation
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Country affiliation GSIS has no formal country affiliation; it identifies as a Christian faith-based international school. | Country affiliation There is no formal country affiliation for Seoul Foreign School; it functions as an international school offering IB DP, MYP, PYP and the English National Curriculum. |
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Religious affiliation
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Religious affiliation Christian. | Religious affiliation Seoul Foreign School has a Christian orientation, with the mission centered in Christ, and holds membership in the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI). |
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School day structure
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School day structure The school day runs from 8:00 AM to 3:15 PM for students. The cafeteria serves lunch daily as part of the school day. | School day structure Middle School starts at 8:10 AM and the day typically runs until around 3:00 PM, with Period 1 beginning at 8:10 AM and advisory time scheduled near the end of the day. After-school activities and late buses are available for eligible students, and advisory periods provide structured end-of-day time. The school operates on a rotating Six Day Schedule for ES/BS/MS and a Twelve Day Schedule for HS. |
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Bus service details
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Bus service details GSIS operates a bus service with routes to Seoul, Bundang, Yongin, Suwon, and Camp Humphreys in Pyeongtaek, using a fleet of 12 buses. | Bus service details Seoul Foreign School owns and operates a fleet of 25 full-sized buses, with 24 routes that bring more than 1,000 students to school daily, designed to keep drive times close to one hour and to reach popular Seoul neighborhoods. Each bus has a safety monitor, and all monitors speak English. Parents receive a text message confirming assigned bus stops and times in early June, with contact details for drivers and monitors. |
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Fee details
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Fee details Application and New‑Student Fees - Application Processing Fee (new students only): KRW 300,000 (non‑refundable). - Registration Fee (new students only): KRW 500,000 (non‑refundable). - Entrance Fee (one‑time, new students only): KRW 4,500,000 (non‑refundable). Returning students are exempt from the entrance fee. Annual Tuition (by division) — amounts shown in KRW plus USD; per‑semester amounts shown where the annual tuition is divided evenly into two semesters - Early Childhood Program — Junior Kindergarten: - Annual: KRW 15,820,000 plus USD 6,360. - Per semester (half of annual): KRW 7,910,000 plus USD 3,180. - Elementary School — Pre‑Kindergarten: - Annual: KRW 17,800,000 plus USD 7,160. - Per semester: KRW 8,900,000 plus USD 3,580. - Elementary School — Kindergarten to Grade 5: - Annual: KRW 19,780,000 plus USD 7,950. - Per semester: KRW 9,890,000 plus USD 3,975. - Lower Secondary School — Grades 6–8: - Annual: KRW 21,420,000 plus USD 9,250. - Per semester: KRW 10,710,000 plus USD 4,625. - Upper Secondary School — Grades 9–12: - Annual: KRW 25,840,000 plus USD 9,820. - Per semester: KRW 12,920,000 plus USD 4,910. - Note: Both KRW and USD payments are required to complete the tuition payment process. Tuition may be paid in semester‑based installments. Other recurring and optional fees - Senior Fee (Grade 12 student fee): KRW 250,000. - Lunch Fee (Junior Kindergarten–Grade 5): KRW 1,260,000 (annual). - Lunch Fee (Grades 6–12): KRW 1,350,000 (annual). - School Bus Fee (annual): KRW 3,400,000; reduced amount KRW 3,200,000 for routes less than 1 km radius. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition can be paid in full or in installments. A 2% discount is applied for lump‑sum payment made by the published early payment date for returning students (new students excluded). - Published due dates for securing registration and class placement require first‑semester tuition and fees for returning students to be paid by the school's stated first‑semester deadline and second‑semester tuition and fees by the stated second‑semester deadline. Late fees apply if payment is made after established due dates. - Late fee schedule (applied to overdue payments): 1–30 business days late: 6%; 31–60 business days late: 8%; more than 60 business days late: 10%. - Families with two or more enrolled children receive a 20% tuition discount starting with the second child (applies by age order and subject to school approval). Payment methods and bank details - Payments by international wire transfer are accepted in Korean Won and U.S. Dollars. Wire instructions (bank, SWIFT code and account numbers) are provided for both KRW and USD payments; the beneficiary name must match the student when making the transfer. - For KRW (wire): Hana Bank (Yeongtong Branch); SWIFT: KOEXKRSE; Account name: 경기수원외국인학교(GSIS); Account No.: 385‑890008‑21404. - For USD (wire): Hana Bank (Yeongtong Branch); SWIFT: KOEXKRSE; Account name: GSIS; Account No.: 385‑890008‑97838. Refunds, withdrawal fees and prorating - Late admissions refund scale (percentage of semester tuition charged by month of admission) and early‑withdrawal processing fees are applied per published schedules; prorated refunds are calculated monthly after deduction of non‑refundable fees. Transportation and lunch fees are refunded prorated by the number of days remaining in the semester or year; other fees may not be refundable. Refunds are paid in KRW unless the entire tuition was paid in USD. Refunds are processed after presentation and clearance of required withdrawal documentation and are issued within the school's stated processing timeframe. Official documents such as transcripts are held until the student account is cleared. The school reserves the right to deny refunds in rare circumstances such as large numbers of withdrawals or unforeseen school closures. - Early Withdrawal Processing Fees (annual / semester): Elementary (JK–5): KRW 1,000,000 (KRW 500,000 per semester); Lower Secondary (6–8): KRW 2,000,000 (KRW 1,000,000 per semester); Upper Secondary (9–12): KRW 3,000,000 (KRW 1,500,000 per semester). Boarding - GSIS operates as a day school and does not charge boarding fees. A boarding program existed in earlier years but the school now functions as a day school. Other points on charges and purchases - Uniforms, PE uniform purchases and other incidental costs are charged separately; PE uniform purchase is handled via the school's uniform purchase process. Applicable incidental and activity charges (for example extracurriculars or optional trips) are additional to tuition and the fees listed above when assessed. Summary of non‑refundable items - Application Processing Fee: non‑refundable. Registration Fee: non‑refundable. Entrance Fee: one‑time, non‑refundable (returning students exempt). Other specific fees are refundable or prorated only as described under the school's refund and withdrawal policy. | Fee details Application & New‑student Fees - Application Fee (payable upon application, one‑time, non‑refundable): KRW 400,000. - Registration Fee (payable upon acceptance, one‑time, non‑refundable): KRW 600,000. - Entrance Fee (one‑time, non‑refundable): KRW 5,500,000. - Re‑enrollment deposit for returning students (applied to tuition; non‑refundable): KRW 6,500,000 due by the re‑enrollment date. Tuition Fees by Year Group (annual; full school year Aug 11, 2025 – June 12, 2026) - Elementary School — Partial Day Pre‑K 2 & 3: KRW 17,500,000 plus USD 7,000. - Elementary School — Full Day Pre‑K 2: KRW 25,940,000 plus USD 8,350. - Elementary School — Full Day Pre‑K 3 & 4: KRW 25,650,000 plus USD 12,560. - Elementary School — Full Day Kindergarten through Grade 5: KRW 26,160,000 plus USD 13,090. - Middle School (Grades 6–8): KRW 26,800,000 plus USD 14,160. - High School (Grades 9–12): KRW 32,010,000 plus USD 14,500. - British School — Partial Day Foundation (3‑year‑olds): KRW 17,500,000 plus USD 7,000. - British School — Full Day Foundation (3 & 4 combined): KRW 25,650,000 plus USD 12,560. - British School — Full Day Years 1–6: KRW 26,160,000 plus USD 13,090. Other Fees & Typical Additional Charges - Annual bus fee (round trip): KRW 4,000,000. - Annual bus fee (afternoon only): KRW 2,900,000. - Early exam fee (per exam): KRW 80,000. - Senior fee (Grade 12 only): KRW 400,000. - Extracurricular program fees (SWEP), field trips, overseas trips and similar activities are additional to tuition and charged separately. - Uniforms, school supplies and branded gear are available through the school Spirit Shop; these costs vary by item and are not included in tuition. Contact the Spirit Shop for item prices and purchase options. Billing Schedule and Payment Terms - Tuition is denominated in both Korean Won and U.S. Dollars for the full school year; the school issues invoices with the specific currency breakdown and due dates. - For returning students: the non‑refundable re‑enrollment deposit (KRW 6,500,000) must be paid by March 6, 2025. Total USD tuition is due by April 24, 2025. Total KRW tuition (less the re‑enrollment deposit) is due by May 29, 2025 unless an approved installment plan is arranged. - For newly enrolling students: specific deposit, tuition and fee payment instructions are provided by Student Accounts; installment plans are not available to newly enrolling students. Tuition Payment Options (returning students only, subject to approval and administrative fees) - Payment Option 1 — Standard (no installment fee): Re‑enrollment deposit due March 6, 2025; USD tuition due April 24, 2025; KRW tuition (less deposit) due May 29, 2025. - Payment Option 2 — Three Payment Plan (non‑refundable installment fee KRW 250,000): Re‑enrollment deposit and installment fee due March 6, 2025; 1st payment (USD tuition) due May 31, 2025; 2nd payment due Oct 31, 2025 (50% of KRW tuition less re‑enrollment deposit); 3rd payment due Dec 31, 2025 (remaining KRW tuition). - Payment Option 3 — Eight Payment Plan (monthly; non‑refundable installment fee KRW 400,000): Re‑enrollment deposit and installment fee due March 6, 2025; 1st–3rd monthly payments (May–Jul 2025) cover 1/3 of USD tuition; 4th–8th monthly payments (Aug–Dec 2025) cover 1/5 portions of KRW tuition (less re‑enrollment deposit). A KRW 200,000 administrative fee applies for late requests/changes. Transportation Billing - Bus fees are due August 30, 2025: Round trip KRW 4,000,000; Afternoon only KRW 2,900,000. Seating on afternoon‑only routes is limited and subject to availability. A KRW 200,000 administrative fee applies to late requests or changes after the bus fee due date. Late Fees and Chargeable Penalties - Tuition late fee schedule: 30–59 days overdue = 5% of the overdue balance; over 60 days = 10% of the overdue balance. - Bus late fees: After August 31 = KRW 50,000; After December 31 = KRW 100,000. - Parents are responsible for all bank fees, charges and clearing costs on wire transfers. Failure to pay by the due date may result in late fees and withholding of student documents or unenrollment. Non‑refundable Fees - The following are explicitly non‑refundable: Application Fee, Entrance Fee, Registration Fee, Enrollment/Re‑enrollment Deposit, Installment Fee, Late Fee, and Administrative Fees. Refunds and Early Withdrawal / Late Entry Discounts - Refunds are issued in the currency originally received unless otherwise approved. The schedule specifies fixed refund percentages and late‑entry discounts based on defined date ranges (examples include: if a student withdraws between Aug 11–Nov 6 a defined percentage applies; other date bands have specific refund percentages; refunds are not calculated pro‑rata by days). Force majeure is excluded from refundable consideration under the policy. Exact date bands and percentages are set in the refund/late‑entry schedule. Boarding Fees - A boarding program is not offered; Seoul Foreign School operates as a day school and boarding fees are not applicable. Payment Methods & Instructions - Accepted payment methods: check or wire transfer to the school's Hana Bank account (separate account details are provided on the student invoice by the Business Office). Cash payments are no longer accepted at the Business Office; USD cash payments can be made at the Hana Bank Yeonhui Branch. All bank/wiring information and exact account details are provided on invoices from Student Accounts. Parents are responsible for all bank fees and clearing costs. Notes and Charges Subject to Change - All fees (tuition, transportation, etc.) are subject to annual increase. Installment plans are available only to returning students who meet payment history requirements and are subject to administrative and installment fees. Extracurricular and trip costs are charged separately and vary by activity. Brief summary of scope of published information - The published schedule provides full‑year tuition amounts by year group (KRW + USD), new student one‑time fees, other recurring fees (transportation, exam, senior), payment methods, due dates for returning students, approved installment plans and detailed refund/late‑entry tables. The published materials do not list a per‑term (term‑by‑term) tuition split; instead, the schedule shows full‑year tuition with specified installment/payment plan breakdowns and specific due dates. |
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Curriculum details
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Curriculum details GSIS offers the IB continuum from Pre-K to Grade 12: PYP for Pre-K–Grade 5, MYP for Grades 6–10, and DP for Grades 11–12. The PYP uses inquiry-based, transdisciplinary units across six subject areas and emphasizes globally minded learners, with Service as Action integrated. The MYP is a five-year framework (Grades 6–10) with English, Korean, Japanese, Mandarin, and Spanish as language options, and includes Service as Action as a core component. The DP provides a broad catalog of subjects across groups, including English A Language and Literature, Economics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics (Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations), and language options such as Mandarin AB Initio, Spanish AB Initio/B, Korean A LAL, Korean B, Japanese A LAL, and Chinese language options. Instruction is in English, with IB pedagogy designed to develop academic rigor, research skills, and international mindedness through the IB learner profile and university preparation. | Curriculum details Seoul Foreign School offers two complementary educational paths—the International Baccalaureate Continuum (PYP, MYP, DP) and the English National Curriculum (British School)—across ages 2-5, 5-11, 11-14, and 14+. In Elementary (ages 5-11), the school delivers the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), organized around transdisciplinary units with learning in reading, writing and mathematics, science, social studies, and Korean and Chinese world languages, aligned to the American Common Core and Next Generation Science Standards. In Middle School (ages 11-14), Seoul Foreign School implements the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), with a focus on Approaches to Learning and Service as Action, spanning Language & Literature, Science, Language Acquisition, Individuals & Societies, Mathematics, Arts, Physical & Health Education, and Design. In High School (ages 14+), the IB Diploma Programme (DP) is offered for Grades 11-12, featuring the Core (Theory of Knowledge, Creativity, Activity & Service, Extended Essay) and six subject groups, with Standard or Higher Level options and a 45-point maximum. More than 95% of graduates undertake the full IBDP, reflecting the DP's central role within the IB pathway. |
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Academic calendar
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Admissions
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Admissions 1. Admissions Process GSIS presents a clearly staged admissions path. Official application opening for the 2026–2027 school year is January 12, 2026 at 9:00 a.m., and seat availability by grade will be announced earlier (December 8, 2025). After you submit the application, you will be notified whether a seat is available for the grade you requested or if you have been placed on the waiting list. This first communication sets the tone for the next steps and clarifies whether your child has an immediate seat or remains in consideration for the upcoming year. Step 2) Prepare Required Documents Gather and prepare the forms and documents GSIS requires, including language survey forms, reference forms, and a medical form, so the admissions team can assess your application fully. You should download the necessary forms, fill them out, and ensure all information is accurate and complete before submission. Having these documents ready helps avoid delays and keeps your timeline on track. Step 3) Apply Online Complete the online application using scanned copies of the filled forms. Upload the required documents as part of the application package and ensure the submission confirms successfully. This step initiates the formal review and determines whether supplemental documents will be requested. Step 4) Submit Application Fee Pay the application processing fee as part of the application, and submit the bank receipt along with your application. The fee is non-refundable and must be paid to the designated GSIS bank account. Including the receipt with the online submission helps the Admissions team verify your file quickly. Step 5) Admissions Review and Documentation Requests Once the application and supporting documents are received, GSIS will review them and may request supplemental documents if needed. The review considers grade level suitability, readiness for the IB program, and alignment with GSIS's admission criteria. Prompt responses to any additional requests help avoid delays in the decision process. Step 6) Admissions Test and Interview The admissions office will arrange an entrance test and/or interview. If you would like the test conducted from overseas, the admissions officer can send the test paper via FedEx. The test and interview assess academic readiness and language proficiency as part of the overall evaluation. Step 7) English Proficiency and Special Criteria The school may review test results and request additional English-language assessments (ELL or other English acquisition tests) as needed to determine placement. This step helps GSIS determine whether supports are required for language development. Clear communication about any language support needs is important at this stage. Step 8) Admission Decision and Offer/Waitlist Communication The principals and teachers will make a final admission decision, and acceptance or rejection letters will be sent by the Admissions office. If a seat is not available, you will be placed on the waiting list and notified of any changes in status. You will receive guidance on next steps if a seat becomes available. Step 9) Enrollment and Orientation If admitted, you will receive an invoice with the tuition and related fees. Payment of the invoiced amount within the specified period is required to secure the seat. The student then participates in New Student Orientation as part of joining GSIS. 2. Waitlist/Pool GSIS communicates seat availability after an application is reviewed and may place applicants on a waiting list when no immediate seat is available. You are notified if you are placed on the waiting list and provided with any subsequent steps or timelines. For the 2025–2026 cycle, some grade levels may have no available seats for the second semester, with seat availability for 2026–2027 determined by current students' reenrollment status. Overall, seat allocation is grade-specific and contingent on current enrollment and reenrollment. 3. Scholarships GSIS does not publish a formal merit-based scholarship program on its admissions pages. Instead, the school lists several financial arrangements that affect tuition costs: - There is a 2% discount for lump-sum tuition payments, offered under certain conditions and deadlines for the current year cycle. Returning students' first-semester and second-semester payments have targeted due dates to secure seats and class schedules. - Families with two or more GSIS students receive a 20% tuition discount starting with the second child; the policy notes that the discount amount can be transferred to an older sibling who is not receiving the discount, and that this applies from the 2026–2027 school year. Returning students are exempt from paying the entrance fee, and the same tuition schedule applies to both new and returning students, with other fees remaining the same. If you're seeking traditional need-based or merit-based scholarships, GSIS does not list these on its official tuition resources; instead, the school highlights tuition-related discounts and payment options described above. The school's tuition and fees page also outlines specific fees and their refundable status, which are important for budgeting and planning. Fees and Admissions Details and Dates (Key points) - Official Application Opening Date for 2026–2027: January 12, 2026, 9:00 a.m. (local time). Seat availability is announced by grade level on December 8, 2025. After submission, applicants are notified of seat availability or waitlist status. - Admissions Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for admissions; school day hours are 8:00 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. - Requirements and documents: Language survey, reference letters, medical forms, and other forms are part of the required materials. Fees (2025–2026 Tuition & Fees; 2026–2027 adjustments noted) - Tuition (per year, by division): Junior-Kindergarten: KRW 15,820,000 (+ USD 6,360); Pre-Kindergarten: KRW 17,800,000 (+ USD 7,160); Kindergarten–Grade 5: KRW 19,780,000 (+ USD 7,950); Lower Secondary (Grade 6–8): KRW 21,420,000 (+ USD 9,250); Upper Secondary (Grade 9–12): KRW 25,840,000 (+ USD 9,820). - New student fees (non-refundable): Application Processing 300,000 KRW; Registration 500,000 KRW; Entrance Fee 4,500,000 KRW. - Other fees: Senior Fee 250,000 KRW; Lunch JK-5 1,260,000 KRW; Lunch 6-12 1,350,000 KRW; School Bus Fee 3,400,000 KRW (standard) or 3,200,000 KRW (less than 1 km radius); NEW STUDENTS ONLY: 300,000 KRW Application Fee; 500,000 KRW Registration; 4,500,000 KRW Entrance Fee. - Payment options and deadlines: Tuition can be paid in full or in installments; a 2% discount applies for lump-sum payment if paid by the specified date; first- and second-semester payment deadlines exist for returning students to secure seats and class scheduling. 20% second-child discount applies starting with the 2026–2027 school year, and the discount can be transferred to an older sibling under specified terms. Returning students are exempt from the entrance fee; all other fees apply to both new and returning students. Bank transfer details are provided for KRW and USD payments. Notes: The above reflects GSIS's published 2025–2026 tuition/fee information, with explicit reference to the 2026–2027 second-child discount policy and how it interacts with returning students. If you need a plain-language summary tailored to a specific grade and currency (KRW or USD), I can provide a concise quote sheet. | Admissions 1. Admissions Process 1. Review Eligibility Requirements. The school admits students based on developmental readiness, prior achievement, and readiness for its program, with eligibility dictated by Korean regulations. There are five key eligibility pathways (A, B, or C) that determine whether a family qualifies to apply, including passport status and residence history. The process also considers English proficiency for any needed ELL support and requires parent agreement to partner with the school's rules and mission. Evidence such as birth certificates, family registries, and Alien Registration Cards are typically required, and the policy notes the school may exercise discretion in admissions. 2. Check Availability. Before submitting an online application, submit an Inquiry Form to check seat availability, because many grades may be full at the start of the school year. The school recommends confirming seat availability for the 2026–2027 year through the inquiry process, since the 2025–2026 year had many grades already full. For the 2026–2027 year, the online application form becomes available on November 13, 2025. 3. Submit an Application. If a seat is available and you proceed, you create a username and password to begin the online application, complete the form, and pay a non-refundable application fee before processing. Completed applications are reviewed, and the school informs applicants of admissions decisions by email. The first day of the 2026–2027 school year is August 10, 2026, which provides a planning reference for timelines. 4. Application Requirements. All applicants must submit a non-refundable application processing fee (KRW 400,000 per applicant) and a set of standard documents, including birth certificates translated into English (or an English-language Family Relations certificate if applicable), and passport copies for the student and parents. If at least one parent holds a non-Korean passport, additional forms and resident status documentation are required, and SFS does not sponsor student visas. Age-specific requirements add further documents and steps, such as report cards, teacher recommendations, and possible informal interviews or admissions tests. Details vary by age: PK2–KG require a set of early-childhood documents and sometimes an informal interview; Grades 1–5 require report cards and teacher references and may involve an informal interview; Grades 6–8 and 9–12 require multiple teacher recommendations and counselor references, plus an admissions test and Writing Test. 5. Admissions Decision. After eligibility and all requirements are completed, the admissions decision is communicated via email. The school notes the decision timing is contingent on completing all eligibility checks and submission requirements. The admissions process also includes an assessment component ( Admissions Test and potential ELL evaluation) for certain age groups, with the specifics varying by grade level. 2. Waitlist/Pool When there are more qualified candidates than seats available, Seoul Foreign School establishes a waitpool. If openings arise, the admissions committee selects which candidate(s) to admit based on the overall profile of the class and how well the candidate's needs and qualifications align with the school's current resources. This waitpool approach reflects the school's effort to balance class composition and available capacity. 3. Scholarships Seoul Foreign School maintains limited scholarship-related resources through restricted funds. The Jack R. Moon Biology Scholarship is an established endowment supporting biology education, honoring a longtime faculty member; gifts to this fund support future recipients. In addition, the Annual Fund provides tuition assistance for Christian workers in need, reflecting targeted financial support beyond tuition revenue. Endowment and restricted funds, including Building for the Future, support facilities and program investments that can indirectly affect the school's financial aid capacity. Fees (Admissions context) For new applicants, there are mandatory fees payable at different points in the process: the non-refundable application fee (KRW 400,000); if accepted, a one-time Registration Fee (KRW 600,000) and an Entrance Fee (KRW 5,500,000). There are also ongoing costs such as the annual bus fees (Round trip KRW 4,000,000; Afternoon only KRW 2,900,000) and other incidentals. The 2025–2026 fee schedule provides per-program tuition figures in KRW with additional USD amounts where applicable. These details are published on the Tuition and Fees page and include programs for Elementary, Middle, High School, and the British School track. Notes and dates to be aware of - The Admissions section confirms the school's program options include IB and English National Curriculum paths, with English-language assessment and ELL considerations as part of eligibility. - SFS does not sponsor student visas; families should plan accordingly for visa and residency documentation. - The first day of the 2026–2027 school year is August 10, 2026, which helps with planning timelines for applications and decisions. Cited sources provide the admissions steps, waitpool policy, scholarship options, and fee structure as of the 2025–2026 school year. If you'd like, I can summarize the exact fee amounts by program for the 2025–2026 year or help compare SFS to other international schools in Seoul.}]}#-1-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-1-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0 |
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Scholarships GSIS does not publish formal merit-based scholarships on its official pages. The school does offer a 2% early payment discount and a 20% tuition discount for the second child of a family with two GSIS students (applicable from the 2026–2027 school year, and potentially transferable to an older sibling under policy). Returning students are exempt from the entrance fee, and tuition remains subject to the standard fee schedule. These policies are described in the Tuition and Fees section. | Scholarships — |
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Waitlist - The school notes that after submitting the application, applicants are informed whether a seat is available or whether they have been placed on the waiting list. Seat availability is grade-specific and depends on current enrollment and reenrollment status. For some grades in the 2025–2026 cycle, there are no available seats for the second semester, and seat availability for 2026–2027 is determined by reenrollment. This indicates a formal waitlist/pool process rather than ad-hoc seat offers. | Waitlist — |
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