Gyeongnam International Foreign School
경남국제외국인학교
- IB PYP
- IB MYP
- IB Diploma
Per yeartotal about USD 21K–22.9K
KRW 19M–21.6M + USD 7K · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-11-06)
About
International school in Sacheon, South Korea, offering the IB Primary Years, Middle Years and Diploma Programmes. WASC accredited, with students from many nationalities.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
IB PYP · IB MYP · IB Diploma
Ages
Ages 3–17
Students
100
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Nationalities
- 25
- Founded
- 2004
- Accreditations
- WASC, IB
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 |
|---|---|
| PreK-5 | KRW 19,000,000 + USD 7,000total about USD 21K |
| 6-8 | KRW 20,600,000 + USD 7,000total about USD 22.2K |
| 9-12 | KRW 21,600,000 + USD 7,000total about USD 22.9K |
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| per year | |
|---|---|
| PreK-5 | KRW 19,000,000 + USD 7,000 (total about USD 21K) |
| 6-8 | KRW 20,600,000 + USD 7,000 (total about USD 22.2K) |
| 9-12 | KRW 21,600,000 + USD 7,000 (total about USD 22.9K) |
Source: school website (gifs.or.kr) · checked 2026-11-06 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Enrolment fee
- KRW 500,000
- Capital levy
- KRW 3,000,000
- Bus
- KRW 2,000,000
- Lunch
- KRW 1,800,000
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, Eal test
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
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- English support (EAL)
- Yes
- Boarding
- Yes
- School bus
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Gym
- Sports field
- Library
- Playground
- Technology lab
- Music studio
- Art studio
- Chemistry lab
- Early childhood centre
- Dorms
Sports
- Soccer
- Volleyball
- Futsal
- Cross country
Arts
- Music
- Art
- Art gallery
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Sign in to requestSupport for Korean families
- Korean-speaking staff
- Yes
More details
Source: Read from the school's website
The essentials
Bus service
The school runs school buses. Students and families must agree to the bus rules and sign a ridership contract.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Uniform
There is a school uniform. Formal uniform is worn on Mondays and for official events; casual uniform Tuesday to Friday.
- Formal uniform
- Casual uniform
- PE attire
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Food options
An onsite caterer prepares healthy meals daily, blending Western and Asian-style cuisine.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
The school is an authorised IB Continuum school offering the PYP, MYP and DP.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
History
Opened in 2004 with sixteen students, WASC accredited in 2007, and now an IB Continuum school.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Facilities overview
The campus has a gym, soccer field, auditorium, technology lab, library, music and art studios, chemistry lab, and early childhood centre.
- Indoor gym with climbing wall
- Outdoor soccer field
- Auditorium
- Technology lab
- Library
- Music and art studios
- Chemistry lab
- Early childhood centre
- Dorms
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
Indoor gym with a climbing wall, plus an outdoor soccer field and playground.
- Indoor gym with climbing wall
- Outdoor soccer field
- Playground
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
Has a library, technology lab, renovated chemistry lab, and purpose-built music and art studios.
- Library
- Technology lab
- Chemistry lab
- Music studio
- Art studio
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Accreditations
The school is fully accredited by WASC. The page says graduates and earned credits are recognised internationally.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Official recordsRead from the school's website
경상남도 사천시 사남면 조동길 49-22 (경남국제외국인학교)
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