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South Korea, Geoje
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The school uses English as the language of instruction across Early Years to High School, following the English National Curriculum and Cambridge IGCSE/A Levels. English is the main instruction language; Korean and Spanish are taught as subjects within the curriculum, with Korean Studies provided as a specialist subject in Early Years, Primary, and Middle School. In High School, French is offered as an optional language subject among others. There is no explicit information about language support for non-native speakers of English.
Atherton International School (AIS) also formerly known as Okpo International School in Okpo-dong, Geoje City, educates students aged 2 to 18 using a combination of British and international curricula, including the EYFS, IEYC, IPC, IMYC, Cambridge IGCSE and A Levels. The school follows the English National Curriculum in Early Years, Primary and Middle School and Cambridge qualifications in High School, preparing students for global university pathways. Class sizes average 12–15 students, fostering individualized learning. AIS promotes leadership and resilience through programs such as the William Pike Challenge Award and the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award. The campus offers specialist facilities for music, art, drama, design and science. The school also runs a school bus service and teaches Korean alongside English instruction. Atherton’s location on Geoje Island, a coastal city near Busan, places it within a vibrant expatriate community supported by local industry and international families.
