Top International Schools in Korea (Quick Guide)
South Korea has become a major hub for international education in Asia—especially around Seoul, Bundang/Pangyo, Suwon, and Songdo. Many schools offer IB / American / British curricula, plus strong university prep and global student communities.
⭐ Popular schools mentioned in the guide
Seoul Foreign School (SFS) (IB, long-established)
Yongsan International School of Seoul (YISS) (American curriculum + strong community)
Seoul International School (SIS) (PK–12, IB + American options)
Korea International School (KIS) (Seoul & Pangyo, strong bus coverage)
Dulwich College Seoul (British curriculum + IB Diploma)
Gyeonggi Suwon International School (GSIS) (great for Suwon/Bundang/Pangyo families)
Chadwick International School (Songdo, IB, modern campus)
📝 Admissions: What most families don’t realize
International schools often require: ✅ English ability (tests/interviews vary by grade) ✅ Previous school records + teacher recommendations ✅ In some cases, entrance exams (especially for middle/high school)
📌 Important for Korean passport holders: Many schools require proof of extended overseas residency (often 3+ years / 1,095 days) and foreign schooling history.
💸 Tuition & Hidden Costs (Realistic budgeting)
Tuition can range widely depending on grade + school, and you should also plan for:
Application / registration fees
Entrance or capital levy fees (one-time costs at many schools)
School bus fees (distance-based)
Uniforms, meals, activities, testing (IB/AP/SAT)
🚌 Bus routes & daily life convenience
One of the biggest deciding factors is transportation. Several schools run multiple bus routes across the Seoul metro area, and some cover Bundang/Pangyo/Southern Seoul depending on campus location.
If you’re choosing between two schools with similar academics, bus coverage can honestly become the “real winner.” 😅
✅ If you want the full list, admissions steps, and more details: 🔗 https://www.hello-hanguk.com/2026/01/top-international-schools-korea-admissions-bus-routes.html
