Atherton International School
애서튼국제외국인학교
- UK EYFS
- British
- IGCSE
- A Level
Per yearUSD 24.8K–33.9K
2026-2027 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-11-01)
About
International curriculum school in Geoje, Korea, for ages 2 to 18. Welcomes international students and qualifying Koreans.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
UK EYFS · British · IGCSE
Ages
Ages 2–18
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Grades
- Early Years – Year 13
- Founded
- 2002
- Mid-year entry
- Possible
- School bus
- Yes
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
2026-2027 school year
Age on the first day of the school year (usually 1 September). Cut-off dates differ by school.
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| Nursery, Foundation, Reception | USD 24,780 |
| Year 1 – Year 6 | USD 28,560 |
| Year 7 – Year 9 | USD 32,020 |
| Year 10 – Year 13 | USD 33,910 |
| per year | |
|---|---|
| Nursery, Foundation, Reception | USD 24,780 (about KRW 33.7M) |
| Year 1 – Year 6 | USD 28,560 (about KRW 38.8M) |
| Year 7 – Year 9 | USD 32,020 (about KRW 43.5M) |
| Year 10 – Year 13 | USD 33,910 (about KRW 46.1M) |
Source: school website (543285e5-cb1d-43da-a21d-f10b088becbb.filesusr.com) · checked 2026-11-01 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Enrolment fee
- USD 1,000
As published by the school. Amounts change with the school year and exchange rates; please confirm with the school before applying. Source: school website (checked 2026-11-01)
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explained
EYFS
Early years · Ages 2–5
The early-years stage of British schools: play-based learning of language, social skills and early reading and number.
British curriculum
Early years to sixth form · Ages 3–18
Follows the English National Curriculum; pupils usually take IGCSEs around age 16 and A Levels in the last two years.
IGCSE
Ages 14–16, 2 years · Ages 14–16
A subject-by-subject qualification taken around age 16 in British-style schools — usually 5–10 subjects studied over two years.
A Level
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–18
The British university-entrance qualification: usually 3–4 subjects studied in depth for two years; UK universities make offers on these grades.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Academics
- Service
- Outdoor education
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Sports
- Jiu-Jitsu
- Swimming
- Soccer
- Sports Day
Arts
- Music
- Art
- Concerts
After-school activities
- Jiu-Jitsu
- Competitive swimming
- Soccer
- Boys' choir
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Sign in to requestSupport for Korean families
- Korean language class
- Yes
Accreditation and memberships
- Accreditations
- WASC
- Memberships
- COIS
The essentials
Source: Read from the school's website
Additional learning support
Teachers adapt lessons to individual learning needs and give ongoing feedback on progress.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bus service
School bus routes run from Deokpo and Suwol areas; bus subscribers must sign a code of conduct.
- Route 1: Deokpo (The Bayside Beach), Okpo
- Route 2: Deokpo (Noblesse), Suwol, Gohyeon
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
Follows the English National Curriculum from Early Years to Year 9, then Cambridge IGCSE and A Level courses in the Higher Years.
- EYFS
- English National Curriculum
- Cambridge IGCSE
- A Level
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Source: Read from the school's website
Safeguarding
Follows the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, with a child protection policy based on international best practice.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Safeguarding policy
Open linkSchool website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Source: Read from the school's website
Community and service
Service and leadership through the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award and the William Pike Challenge Award.
- Duke of Edinburgh's International Award
- William Pike Challenge Award
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Leadership and professional
The William Pike Challenge Award builds leadership and teamwork through adventure and service.
- William Pike Challenge Award
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Source: Read from the school's website
Language provision
Offers English, Spanish and Korean alongside a broad range of subjects.
- English
- Spanish
- Korean Studies
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
Admissions
Apply via online form or email, arrange a campus visit, and applications are accepted throughout the year.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Official recordsChecked by our team
경상남도 거제시 옥포동 309
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