Dwight School Seoul

The school's mission is to ignite the "spark of genius" in every child through a commitment to personalized learning, community, and a global vision. It emphasizes holistic and experiential learning, fostering critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and a growth mindset within an inquiry-led environment.

The school offers the full International Baccalaureate (IB) continuum: the Early Childhood Division (ECD) for ages 3-6, the Primary Years Program (PYP) for grades 1-5, the Middle Years Program (MYP) for grades 6-10, and the Diploma Program (DP) for grades 11-12. The DP curriculum includes six subject groups—Language and Literature, Language Acquisition, Individuals and Societies, Sciences, Mathematics, and The Arts—alongside the core components of Theory of Knowledge (TOK), the Extended Essay (EE), and Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS).

The school provides the "Quest" program, which offers individualized academic support through small-group or one-on-one instruction for students with specific learning needs. Additionally, language support is available for non-native English speakers to ensure they can fully access the curriculum.

Dwight School Seoul is a highly selective, college-preparatory school serving students from preschool (ages 2-4) through Grade 12. Admissions are subject to Korean legal eligibility requirements for foreign schools, which typically involve proof of foreign passport status or documented time spent living outside of Korea. The process includes an online application, submission of academic transcripts and teacher recommendations, and an in-person or virtual interview and assessment.

The school operates on an academic calendar that typically begins in August, with orientation sessions for new staff and students held prior to the first day of school. Detailed calendars for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 academic years are available on the school's website.

Located in Seoul's Digital Media City, the 200,000-square-foot campus features a 455-seat performing arts center, a library known as the "Spark of Genius Center," and specialized technology labs. Other facilities include a Makerspace, a Bakerspace, an art gallery, a lecture hall, a dance studio, two music rooms, a green room, three playgrounds, and various outdoor recreational spaces.

The school offers an extensive Extracurricular Program (ECP) that includes activities such as cooking and baking in the "Bakerspace," robotics, and various student-led clubs. Athletics are integrated into the school experience to promote character development and balanced lifestyles, while the "Week Without Walls" program and global trips provide opportunities for experiential learning and community service.