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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.
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).
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.
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.
NLCS Jeju is part of the North London Collegiate School network, alongside NLCS London, NLCS Singapore, and NLCS Dubai.
Religious affiliation is not publicly stated in NLCS Jeju's official materials.
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.
A school bus service is available for NLCS Jeju students.
Boarding is provided on campus and encouraged from Year 5 onwards in seven purpose-built, single-sex boarding homes. The homes include Hyeopjae, Aewol and Yongduam for male boarders; Pyoseon and Iho for female boarders; and Halla East (Girls Sixth Form) and Halla North (Boys Sixth Form). All rooms are en-suite, and Sixth Form boarders reside in dedicated Sixth Form Homes. The boarding operation is supported by a team of staff in each home, including a Boarding Master/Mistress, Assistant Boarding Masters, a Matron, Academic Enhancement Tutors and Graduate Assistants, with an Academic Enhancement Programme for boarders.
Sixth Form students are not required to wear a uniform; they wear business attire.
The dining hall serves breakfast, breaks, lunch and dinner daily. Quadra provides catering for the whole school with balanced meals including both Korean and Western options; vegetarian and vegan choices are available, and menus are published for Junior and Senior weeks.
There are five Junior Houses and five Senior Houses. All students, day and boarding, belong to a House, which supports a sense of belonging and is identified by colour and logo. Houses compete in sport, music, dance, drama and academics, as well as events such as House Singing and House Shout.
The day-to-day running is overseen by the Principal with a Governing Body of six governors from the UK, Korea and the USA. The Governing Body provides strategic oversight of educational and financial practices. NLCS Jeju is operated by JEINS, a subsidiary of Jeju Free International City Development Center (JDC), and NLCS Jeju is one of three international schools within Jeju Global Education City.
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.
Not publicly published; NLCS Jeju uses a diamond model with year-group teaching structures.
IGCSE results (2024): 71% A-A; IB Diploma Programme (2024): average score 36.2/45.
Graduates progress to universities worldwide; NLCS Jeju provides university guidance and support to help with applications.
Academic Scholarship is a pillar of NLCS Jeju, supporting high-achieving students throughout Reception to Year 13.
NLCS Jeju supports social and emotional learning through a Whole-School Pastoral Care framework, with Pastoral Care identified as one of three school pillars alongside Academic Scholarship and Beyond the Curriculum, delivered through a tutor/House system and a dedicated Emotional Guidance Counselling team to support student wellbeing.
Learning Support is provided by a dedicated team of education professionals to ensure all students can access the curriculum, though the school is not described as a specialist SEN institution.
All lessons and co-curricular activities are conducted in English, and NLCS Jeju welcomes international students; explicit EAL programmes or staff are not publicly disclosed.
Emotional Guidance Counsellors are available for one‑to‑one support, and the Wellbeing component of pastoral care includes workshops and guidance on healthy eating, exercise, electronic usage, and achieving study–life balance.
NLCS Jeju maintains a safeguarding framework with a safeguarding team, mandatory safeguarding training for staff, a safeguarding policy and Code of Conduct, and regular internal and external audits of safeguarding policies and procedures.
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.
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.
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.
St. Johnsbury Academy Jeju is located on Jeju Island in Seogwipo City, Jeju Province, South Korea. The campus address is 10, Global edu-ro 304beon-gil, Daejeong-eup, Seogwipo-si, Jeju Special Self-Governing Province 63644. It sits within Jeju's Global Education City, a cluster of international schools, and follows a U.S.-based educational model linked to St. Johnsbury Academy in Vermont. The school is NEASC-accredited and operates as a PreK-12 day and boarding school.
SJA Jeju serves PreK through Grade 12, with Elementary, Middle School, and High School divisions. The program includes Early Childhood through to the final year of high school, all on one campus.
St. Johnsbury Academy Jeju is a private, independent, co-educational school offering both day and boarding options. Boarding is available for Grades 6–12.
A dedicated English as an Additional Language (EAL) program is offered, with at least one full-time EAL teacher per grade from PreK to Grade 5 and a push-in model to support learning in content areas. The school is a member of the WIDA International School Consortium to support English language learners.
The school is affiliated with the United States through its connection to St. Johnsbury Academy in Vermont, and it holds NEASC accreditation and U.S.-based, international-school memberships.
The school is non-denominational.
The SJA Jeju academic year follows the United States schedule, with fall semester from August to December and the second semester from January to mid-June. Evening Study is scheduled in the evenings: High School Library sessions run from 6:30 to 8:30 pm, and Middle School dorm sessions run from 6:30 to 8:00 pm. A Capstone Intensive Learning Model is used in grades 5, 8, and 12.
The school provides a school bus service. The 2025-2026 tuition and fees list a School Bus Fee of KRW 4,235,000 per year (KRW 2,117,500 per term).
The school provides boarding in two dormitories under a Residential Life Program. The Residential Life team includes the Director of Residential Life, the Assistant to the Director, two Head Proctors (one for each dorm), sixteen Proctors, two Dorm Counselors (one male and one female), and four Nurses. All boarding students participate in after-school activities (ASA) and a weekend activity program, with three Exit Weekends per semester and a Weekend Leave process. A daily schedule includes dinner by 6:00 pm and Evening Study, and transportation to events is provided by school buses or vans under established guidelines.
The cafeteria is operated by Shinsegae Food since August 2023, with a general manager-nutritionist and a dedicated school chef. The menu is global and includes a snack provision, with hygiene and safety emphasized in preparation and service.
The school is overseen by a Board of Trustees that supports the Head of School and the leadership team. The Board comprises six members from Korea and the United States and guides long-term strategy, financial practices, and educational standards.
The curriculum is organized by Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle School, and High School, with English instruction supported by a full-immersion EAL program in the lower grades and Korean studies embedded from Kindergarten. In Elementary, core literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies are taught in homerooms and enriched by art, music, drama, physical education, and library studies, with technology used to support digital citizenship. Middle School uses AP SpringBoard as the foundation for English and mathematics (grades 6–12) and offers world languages in Chinese and Spanish, with robust fine arts, drama, and music programs. High School offers a comprehensive Advanced Placement program with about 30 AP courses across disciplines, plus an AP Diploma pathway through AP Seminar and AP Research. Capstone projects anchor learning across levels, with major Capstone work completed by students in grades 5, 8, and 12, complemented by a strong arts program and active co-curricular activities.
Not publicly disclosed.
AP results for 2024-2025 show 96% of AP test takers earning a score of 3 or higher and 94% achieving scores at the university-qualifying level. AP offerings include subjects across Arts, English, History, Math, Science, and World Languages.
AP coursework supports college credit and admission pathways; SJA Jeju notes that successful AP performance can lead to college credit or advanced placement at universities worldwide.
Formal 'gifted and talented' labeling is not described; advanced opportunities include the AP program, Capstone projects (grades 5, 8, 12), and Artists-in-Residence programs in the arts.
Social and emotional learning (SEL) at St Johnsbury Academy Jeju is supported through the Middle School Counseling Program, which provides social, emotional, and academic support via whole‑class lessons, one‑on‑one work, and small groups, and is complemented by an advisory system that gives students a faculty mentor and peer network; this counseling focus aligns with the school's Three Promises.
SEN provision is delivered through EAL, Learning Support, and Social‑Emotional Counseling; there is no dedicated SEN department described. EAL includes a full‑time EAL teacher per PreK–5 with a push‑in model and English Acceleration, and Learning Support and ES social‑emotional counseling are listed among Elementary staff.
The Elementary EAL Program provides at least one full‑time EAL teacher for each PreK–5 grade, uses a push‑in model with co‑planning and in‑class or small‑group support, and includes an English Acceleration option after school for higher‑need learners.
Mental wellbeing is supported by the Middle School Counseling Program (social‑emotional support through class lessons, individual and group work) and Elementary social‑emotional counselors; the Medical Center also provides 24/7 on‑site health care and emergency support for student wellbeing.
Safeguarding is aligned with the Korean Child Welfare Act and the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child; concerns are reported immediately to a Designated Safeguarding Lead or Officers (with anonymous reporting), safeguarding training is mandatory for all staff, and a dedicated safeguarding team coordinates policies and responses.
1. Information sessions and open houses: Begin by attending SJA Jeju information sessions or EC/ES and MS/HS focused events to understand the curriculum, boarding options, and the school's ethos of Character, Inquiry and Community. Open houses and info sessions are scheduled on separate dates for different program levels, and an Open House & Information Session in JeJu is listed for January 23 (9:00 AM–12:00 PM at Mini PAC). Registration is handled through the school's admissions process channels. These sessions provide opportunities to ask questions directly of the admissions team and school leaders.
2. Create an online application and start the Admissions Portfolio: Go to the online application site, create an account and password, and begin the Admissions Portfolio / Application. The first step requires initiating the application on the online portal. This initial step sets up your record and flags the need to provide subsequent information and documents. You will receive a confirmation from the school once the submission is received.
3. Complete English entries and prepare personal identifiers: Complete all required entries in English, except for your Korea-based home address and your child's Korean school name, which should be in Korean. Ensure the child's name matches the English name on their passport or legal documents. This step includes providing the child's current grade and other identifying details as part of the application package.
4. Assemble and submit the Admissions Portfolio / Checklist documents: The Admissions Portfolio includes several components: the application and photo, Certification of Family Relations or a passport copy for non-Koreans, the Parent Questionnaire, the non-refundable Application Fee, Transcript Release Form, transcripts for current and last two years (Grades 2–11), Teacher recommendations (Grades 2–6 require a classroom teacher recommendation; Grades 7–11 require math, English, and personal recommendations), MAP testing, and interviews. The portfolio must be completed and submitted before an admissions decision can be made.
5. Admissions review, testing, and interviews: After submission, an admissions representative will acknowledge receipt and review the application. Expect contact within two business days to discuss the next steps and any missing documents. For Grades 3–11, MAP testing in English and Math and an individual interview are required; the school reserves the right to request ISEE or SSAT if a fuller picture is needed. The admissions process is individualized and considers the applicant's personal attributes, academic development, and fit with SJA Jeju's three tenets.
6. Decision, enrollment, and next steps: The Admissions Portfolio must be complete before a decision is issued. The admissions team will communicate decisions and outline any enrollment steps, including documents and timelines, if admitted. If more information is needed, the admissions representative will provide guidance on the remaining steps to finalize enrollment. Deadlines and timelines are subject to change and are communicated to applicants via the admissions process channels.
7. Timelines and capacity planning: For the 2026–2027 entry, the first-round application deadline was December 19, 2025. Rolling admission runs from December 20, 2025 until full capacity is reached. If the first round is missed or spaces remain, applicants are considered through rolling admission until capacity is filled, and incomplete first-round applications are automatically reclassified to rolling admission. Applicants should be aware that these timelines can change and should monitor updates from the admissions team.
Scholarships: SJA Jeju publishes a sibling discount as part of its tuition structure, with 5% off for the second child and 10% off for the third child. Other scholarships or need-based financial aid programs are not published for SJA Jeju on the site. While the main St. Johnsbury Academy campus in Vermont offers financial aid and a Good Neighbor Tuition Program, those programs are separate from SJA Jeju and are not described as available to Jeju applicants on the SJA Jeju site. The published discounts are the only financial-award-like provisions noted on the Jeju tuition page.
Waitlist/Pool: St. Johnsbury Academy Jeju uses rolling admission rather than a published waitlist. For the 2026–2027 entry, the school scheduled a first-round deadline of December 19, 2025, with rolling admission continuing from December 20, 2025 until full capacity is reached. Applications submitted after the first round are considered on a rolling basis until spaces fill. If an application is incomplete in the first round, it is automatically reassigned to rolling admission for consideration. There is no publicly published waitlist process; admissions decisions occur as applications are reviewed and spaces become available.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Branksome Hall Asia is the Jeju campus and sister school of Branksome Hall Canada in Toronto, established to continue the Branksome Hall IB tradition.
Religious affiliation is not indicated; Branksome Hall Asia operates as a non-denominational international school.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
EAL-specific provisions are not described separately; Multilingual Learning (MLL) is the language-support component included in Student Support.
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.
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.
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