NLCS Jeju
Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do, Jeju, South Korea
- Managed by NLCS International under contract. See all 6 schools of NLCS International
Info checked 2026-11-06
About
Boarding and day school for boys and girls aged 4-18 in Jeju, offering a British-style curriculum leading to IGCSE and the IB Diploma. Part of the North London Collegiate School group.
Approximate location. Please use the address above for the exact spot.
Key facts
Curriculum
British · IGCSE · IB Diploma
Ages
Ages 4–18
Language
English
Type
International school
- Grades
- Reception – Year 13
- Founded
- 2011
- Accreditations
- IB
Curriculum and academics
Curricula, explained
The IB's four programmes
Schools often run only some of the four. Highlighted boxes are the ones this school offers.
- IB PYPNot here
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 MYPNot here
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
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.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Academics
Exam results
- IB Diploma · Average score
- 37.2
Fees
One-off costs
- Application fee
- KRW 400,000
As published by the school. Amounts change with the school year and exchange rates; please confirm with the school before applying.
Admissions
- Mid-year entry
- Possible
- Entry process
- Map, Cat4
Student support
- Mother-tongue programmes
- Korean
- Boarding
- Yes
Campus and school life
Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Gym
- Library
- Sports field
Sports
- Swimming
- Football
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Gymnastics
- Cycling
Arts
- Drama
- Dance
- Music
- Art
- Ceramics
After-school activities
- Cycling
- Olle
- Drama Productions
- Ceramics
- Knitting
- Oil Painting
- Dance
- Music
- Gymnastics
- Football
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- 3D Modelling
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Sign in to requestSupport for Korean families
- Korean language class
- Yes
Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements
The school runs both boarding and day places, with boarders supported by a dedicated pastoral team.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
House system
Students are supported by a tutor, class teachers and Head of House teams, and boarders also have a pastoral boarding team.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Years 7 to 9 follow the British curriculum, with the two-year IGCSE programme starting in Year 10. Most classes are taught in English.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Exam results
Reported 2026 IB average is 37.16. IGCSE 2026 shows 75.6% of grades at A*/A (Cambridge). Graduates receive IGCSEs, the IB Diploma and a Korean diploma.
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Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing
A team of Emotional Guidance Counsellors is available to talk with students, with support given when needed.
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Facilities
Sports facilities
The campus lists a swimming pool, gym, sports hall and Astro Turf pitch.
- Swimming pool
- Gym
- Sports hall
- Astro Turf
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Academic facilities
Three libraries, the Sora digital library, academic databases and online newspapers and magazines are provided.
- Three libraries
- Sora digital library
- Academic databases
- Pressreader
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Extra-curricular activities
Academic and intellectual
Student-led academic societies hold debates, seminars and presentations, and invite outside speakers.
- English Literature
- Latin
- Linguistics
- Law
- History
- International Relations
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Korean Politics
- Computer Science
- Maths
- Physics
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Arts and creative
After-school arts activities include drama, music, art, dance and ceramics.
- Drama Productions
- Ceramics
- Oil Painting
- Music
- Dance
- Art
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Lifestyle and wellbeing
After-school sport and outdoor activities include swimming, football, gymnastics, tennis, volleyball, cycling and Olle.
- Swimming
- Football
- Gymnastics
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Cycling
- Olle
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Languages
Language provision
The library offers materials in Korean, Mandarin and English. Students holding Korean passports must take Korean language and history classes.
- Korean
- Mandarin
- English
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Bilingual teaching
All classes except languages are taught in English, while students are supported to maintain first-language skills.
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Reputation
Awards
The school reports a Top 10 World's Best School Award for 2026 and listing as a Top 50 IB School.
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Admissions
Admissions
Applicants submit a form and complete several assessments. Rolling mid-year admissions are open, and a fast-track transfer window is offered.
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