
Gyeonggi Suwon International School
Christian, Founded 2006
Updated July 2026
Gyeonggi Suwon International School (GSIS) is a non-profit, Christian IB World School serving students from Pre-K to Grade 12. It is the first school in Korea to offer the full continuum of IB programmes, focusing on cultivating internationally minded learners.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
GSIS is a Christian school that seeks to realize the unique potential of each student within an inclusive, faith-based community. It emphasizes the "education of the whole child," integrating academic excellence with biblical values, worship, and service. The school fosters a vibrant environment where students are encouraged to serve God and others while developing intellectual, creative, and physical capacities.
Programmes
GSIS is an IB Continuum School authorized to offer the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and the IB Diploma Programme (DP). The curriculum includes English, mathematics, sciences, sports, the arts (art, design, and music), and foreign languages. The academic structure is designed to develop critical thinking, research skills, and global perspectives, preparing students for university studies.
Outcomes
Graduates of the school are routinely accepted into renowned universities worldwide. The Class of 2025 earned $4 million in scholarships, and the school maintains a 5.2 average score in the IB Diploma Programme. The school is a non-profit institution where 100% of tuition is reinvested into student education.
Student support
Learning support
The school provides dedicated support for English Language Learning (ELL) and special educational needs. A team of counselors, including a college counselor, a primary years counselor, and a social and emotional counselor, supports the well-being and academic progress of the student body.
Frequently asked questions(5)
- What curriculum does Gyeonggi Suwon International School offer?
- Gyeonggi Suwon International School offers IB PYP, IB MYP and IB Diploma.
- Is Gyeonggi Suwon International School a day or boarding school?
- Gyeonggi Suwon International School is a day school.
- What accreditations does Gyeonggi Suwon International School hold?
- Gyeonggi Suwon International School holds accreditations including IB, WASC and ACSI.
- Is Gyeonggi Suwon International School co-educational?
- Gyeonggi Suwon International School is a co-ed school.
- Where is Gyeonggi Suwon International School located?
- Gyeonggi Suwon International School is an international school in Suwon, South Korea.
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
The school accepts applications for all grade levels from Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12. The admissions process involves reviewing eligibility criteria, inquiring and touring the campus, submitting an online application, and completing an entrance test and interview. The school also offers specific programs for students requiring English Language Learning (ELL) support or those with special needs.
Calendar
The school operates on a standard academic calendar, with the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school years currently scheduled. The school day for students runs from 8:00 AM to 3:15 PM.
Facilities
About the campus
The campus features a main building, a sports complex, a soccer field, and an auditorium. The school provides transportation services using a fleet of 12 buses serving areas including Seoul, Bundang, Yongin, Suwon, and Camp Humphreys in Pyeongtaek. On-site health services are supported by a dedicated nurse's office.
Co-curriculars
GSIS offers a wide range of extra-curricular opportunities, with over 80% student involvement in athletics. Secondary students (Grades 6-12) have access to 32 team or sport opportunities, and the school has won 10 KAIAC championships in the last five years. Additionally, the school hosts a three-day "SEW" week program focused on spiritual growth and community building, alongside various after-school activities.




- Dr. Lee, JaeheeHead of School
Dr. Lee, Jaehee serves as the Head of School at Gyeonggi Suwon International School and is also a professor at Gachon University.
- Mr. Stuart EvansSecondary School Principal
- Dr. Jeannie SungElementary School Principal
- Ms. Jenny KimSecondary School Assistant Principal/DP Coordinator
- Ms. Margo MartinSecondary School Assistant Principal/MYP Coordinator
- Ms. Gillian PngElementary School Assistant Principal/PYP Coordinator
- Mr. Soung Bok ChoDirector of Development
IB PYP
WASC
ACSI