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South Korea, Seoul
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Languages taught are Chinese, Japanese, and Korean. The world-language sequence begins in kindergarten, with elementary students receiving three language sessions per week as part of an emphasis on Asian language learning. Korean is taught as Korean language arts for native Korean speakers or Korean as an additional language (KAL) for non-native Korean speakers. All students are expected to achieve proficiency in at least two East Asian languages across grades K–12, with pathways to AP-level study in Chinese and Japanese.
APIS Seoul offers a fully articulated K-12 East Asian language program that immerses students in Chinese, Japanese, and Korean language and culture. The curriculum includes cross-cultural exchanges and excursions integrated into language study, particularly in middle and high school, to deepen language experience. Students can advance to AP-level study in Chinese or Japanese in Grades 11–12.
Asia Pacific International School (APIS) in Seoul is an international K-12 school, offering education for students aged 3 to 18. The school follows a U.S.-based curriculum with Advanced Placement (AP) courses and integrates project-based learning and global perspectives into its programs. APIS places strong emphasis on language learning, requiring students to engage with multiple languages such as Korean and additional East Asian languages as part of its curriculum. The school provides small class sizes (around 15 students) and a personalized learning environment. Facilities include classrooms with digital integration, athletic fields and specialist spaces supporting science, arts and creative projects. APIS also offers a school bus service and a range of student-led clubs and activities that promote participation in sports, arts and academic pursuits. English is the primary language of instruction and the school fosters engagement through experiential learning opportunities including global exchange activities.
