Gyeonggi Suwon International School
경기수원외국인학교
- IB PYP
- IB MYP
- IB Diploma
Per yeartotal about USD 18.9K–30.1K
KRW 16.6M–27M + USD 6.68K–10.3K · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-11-06)
About
Non-profit international school in Suwon offering the IB PYP, MYP and Diploma programmes from Pre-K to Grade 12, guided by Christian values.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
IB PYP · IB MYP · IB Diploma
Ages
Ages 3–18
Students
600
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Grades
- JK – 12
- Nationalities
- 21
- Founded
- 2006
- Religion
- christian
- Ownership
- Non-profit
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
2026-27 school year
Age on the first day of the school year (usually 1 September). Cut-off dates differ by school.
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| JK | KRW 16,620,000about USD 12.2K |
| PK | KRW 18,690,000about USD 13.8K |
| K-5 | KRW 20,770,000 + USD 6,680total about USD 22K |
| 6-8 | KRW 22,490,000 + USD 9,710total about USD 26.3K |
| 9-12 | KRW 26,980,000 + USD 10,250total about USD 30.1K |
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| per year | |
|---|---|
| JK | KRW 16,620,000 (about USD 12.2K) |
| PK | KRW 18,690,000 (about USD 13.8K) |
| K-5 | KRW 20,770,000 + USD 6,680 (total about USD 22K) |
| 6-8 | KRW 22,490,000 + USD 9,710 (total about USD 26.3K) |
| 9-12 | KRW 26,980,000 + USD 10,250 (total about USD 30.1K) |
Source: school website (gsis.sc.kr) · checked 2026-11-06 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- KRW 300,000
- Enrolment fee
- KRW 4,500,000
- Bus
- KRW 3,600,000
- Lunch
- KRW 1,260,000
As published by the school. Amounts change with the school year and exchange rates; please confirm with the school before applying. Converted amounts use the reference rate of the date shown. ECB reference rate (2026-11-06). Source: school website (checked 2026-11-06)
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
- Mid-year entry
- Possible
- Entry process
- Interview
- Scholarships
- Yes
- Sibling discount
- 20% tuition discount from the second child, by age order
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explainedIB PYP · IB MYP · IB DP (Diploma)
The IB's four programmes
Schools often run only some of the four. Highlighted boxes are the ones this school offers.
- IB PYPOffered
Early years to primary · Ages 3–12
The IB's primary programme. Children learn through questions and units of inquiry rather than separate subjects.
- IB MYPOffered
Middle years (ages 11–16) · Ages 11–16
The IB's middle-years programme: eight subject groups taught with links between them, ending with a personal project.
- IB DP (Diploma)Offered
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's university-entrance qualification — what people usually mean by "the IB". Six subjects plus the Extended Essay, TOK and CAS, scored out of 45.
- IB CP (Career-related)Not here
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's career-related route for the same ages as the DP: at least two DP courses plus a career-related study chosen by the school.
Last two years: DP or CP
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Academics
- Sport
- Service
Exam results
- IB Diploma · Average score
- 5.4
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- Nurse on site
- Yes
- School bus
- Yes
- Food options
- Korean menu
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Library
After-school activities
- Biology Club
- Chemistry Club
- Science Action Club
- Kinesiology Club
- BioChem
- Airplane Aviators
- Youth AI Future Institute (YAFI)
- Positive Protons
- Club Spotlight
- Dragon's Web
- Media Club
- Advanced Music Ensemble
- Knight Singers
- Band Club
- Film Club
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Accreditation and memberships
Source: Read from the school's website
- Accreditations
- IB, WASC
- Memberships
- EARCOS
More details
Source: Read from the school's website
The essentials
Additional learning support
Counsellors give one-to-one support, group work and staff consultation for learning barriers, open to all who want it. Elementary students may work with a special support teacher.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bus service
School buses serve Seoul, Bundang, Yongin, Suwon and other areas, with monitors on elementary buses. A late bus runs only on selected routes.
- Late bus
- Fixed bus stops
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Food options
Lunch offers a choice of Korean or international menus, a self-service salad bar and daily allergy information. Secondary students can use a morning snack bar.
- Korean menu
- International menu
- Salad bar
- Morning snack bar
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Governance and ownership
Describes itself as a non-profit school that reinvests tuition in students' education and has a Board of Trustees.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Offers all three IB programmes (PYP, MYP, DP) and describes itself as Korea's first all-year IB World School.
- IB PYP
- IB MYP
- IB Diploma
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Exam results
Reports a 2026 DP course average of 5.4 and university and scholarship outcomes for the Class of 2026.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Social and emotional learning (SEL)
Uses the Komodo well-being assessment and the Character Strong framework to track and support social and emotional development.
- Komodo
- Character Strong
- Wellio
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Mental wellbeing
Offers counselling, on-site nurses and a February Wellness Month; secondary teachers avoid homework submissions after 10 pm.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Safeguarding
An associate member of the Child Safety and Protection Network, with a zero-tolerance policy and background checks for all staff and volunteers.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
History
Presents itself as celebrating two decades of operation since its founding in 2006.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community
Describes a community of over 20 nationalities, with an active alumni network and parent community.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The PTA supports parents, organises events and activities, and invites families to get involved.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Academic facilities
Lists a library and Arts & Technology facilities as academic resources.
- Library
- Arts & Technology
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Academic and intellectual
Runs academic clubs in science, mathematics, debate and economics.
- Biology Club
- Chemistry Club
- Mu Alpha Theta
- Algebrains
- Forensics Speech and Debate
- Polaris
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Arts and creative
Runs arts and creative clubs covering music, film, writing and media.
- Band Club
- Knight Singers
- Film Club
- Media Club
- GSIS Jazz Club
- Healing Pages
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Cultural and language
Social and hobbies
Runs hobby clubs such as chess, Go and gardening.
- Chess Club
- Go Chess (Baduk)
- Gardening Club
- New Horizons
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community and service
Runs service and human rights clubs.
- Compassion Club
- Key Club
- Roots and Shoots
- Youth Meal
- Best Buddies
- Amnesty International
- RCY (Red Cross Youth)
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Leadership and professional
Runs business, design and enterprise clubs.
- Marketing Agency
- Junior Achievement
- Design Club
- Blueprint Club
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Awards
Reports 10 KAIAC championships won in the last five years.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Official recordsRead from the school's website
경기도 수원시 영통구 영통로 451 (영통동,경기 수원 외국인학교)
Updated 2026-11-07
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