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South Korea, Daejeon
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- Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) — TCIS is fully accredited by WASC, which provides external accountability for the school's programs and validates transcripts for U.S. colleges/universities.
- International Baccalaureate (IB) — TCIS is a fully authorized Three Programme World School (PYP, MYP, DP), and was the first school in Korea authorized to offer all three IB programs. This authorization confirms rigorous, internationally recognized curriculum and standards.
- Ministry of Education (Korea) — TCIS is fully licensed by the Korean Ministry of Education to deliver foreign education in Korea, confirming compliance with Korean regulatory requirements.
- Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) — TCIS is a member school with accreditation for its Residence (boarding) Program, providing external accountability and connection to a global Christian school network.
Taejon Christian International School (TCIS), founded in 1958, is an English-medium, co-educational IB World School in Daejeon, South Korea, delivering the full IB continuum (PYP, MYP, DP) for children approximately ages 4–18. The campus sits in the Techno Valley area of northern Daejeon, a technology and research hub, offering a green, elevated learning environment within the city. TCIS blends Christian values with international education and offers both day and boarding options. Class sizes average around 12 students, promoting personalized learning. The school provides optional school bus service, STEAM-focused learning and an ASCENT Outdoor Program for middle school. TCIS encourages student engagement through athletics, arts activities and community events, helping learners develop leadership, creativity and global perspectives.
