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Providence Christian Academy Korea

South Korea, Seoul

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages Not listed
Type Co-educational
Opened 2020
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Taught languages English
Typical class size 12
Strengths Sport, Academic Enrichment, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Providence Christian Academy Seoul (PCA Seoul) opened in August 2020 as the Seoul affiliate of Providence Christian Academy USA. It is an English-speaking, grades 1–12 academy located at 26, Teheran-ro 34-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul 06223, offering an American-based curriculum with a Christ-centered education. The school provides a High School AP program with 21 AP courses and college testing (PSAT/SAT), alongside a robust college counseling program. PCA Seoul emphasizes a framework of core competencies—Inquisitive Learners, Effective Communicators, Creative & Critical Thinkers, Flexible Collaborators, and Liberating Leaders—across academics, arts, and athletics. Elementary, Middle, and High School programs are organized as a 1–12 independent, non-denominational school, with multiple clubs and an extended extracurricular program (including Math Club, Science Club, and Debate Club). The campus maintains a low student–teacher ratio (about 12:1) to support personalized attention and pathways to overseas university admission.

26 Teheran-ro 34-gil, Gangnam District, Seoul, South Korea

The Essentials

Providence Christian Academy Korea has typical class sizes of 12, instruction in English.

Location
PCA Seoul is located at 26 Teheran-ro 34-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul 06223, Republic of Korea. It sits in the Gangnam district in the Teheran-ro area and operates as an English-speaking program affiliated with a U.S. partner. The campus serves grades 1–12 and emphasizes a Christ-centered, American-education model. The address and context are stated in PCA Korea's public materials.

Stages
PCA Seoul is a 1–12 academy. Elementary covers grades 1–5, Middle covers grades 6–8, and High covers grades 9–12.

Type
Independent, non-denominational 1–12 academy. It operates as a day school (no boarding facilities are indicated in public materials).

Additional learning support
The school states that every student receives individualized guidance and academic planning. Public materials also indicate private tutoring is available for students who require additional academic support. There is no publicly listed dedicated SEN/IEP program.

Country affiliation
PCA Seoul is an international affiliate of Providence Christian Academy USA.

Religious affiliation
Christian and non-denominational; the school emphasizes Christ-centered education and integrates Biblical values across the program.

School day structure
School and administrative hours run Monday to Friday, with the day typically starting around 7:50 am and ending around 4:30 pm. Specific class schedules are not published publicly, but the school provides structured daily routines and guidance.
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
PCA Korea is described as an affiliate of Providence Christian Academy USA. It opened in August 2020 as an English-speaking academy in Seoul, and is led by Head of Academy JiYoung Yoo. The school is presented as an overseas affiliate of PCA USA rather than a standalone network, and PCA Korea is listed as a member school in the Korea chapter of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI Korea).
Fees
Application fees

- No published application fee amount is available on PCA Seoul's public admissions or homepage materials. The admissions process requires completing an online application and supporting documents; families proceed through the school's Veracross application portal to apply.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)

- No publicly posted tuition amounts by grade, term, or year group were found on PCA Seoul's public pages. There are no numeric tuition schedules available on the school's admissions pages or main site. Families are required to complete enrollment and pay tuition and fees to secure a student's place, but the specific per-grade and per-term figures are not published.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The school's admissions information states that families must finalize enrollment by completing the Enrollment Agreement and paying tuition and fees to secure a place, but it does not publish a public billing schedule (for example: termly, semesterly, or monthly instalment options) or detailed payment terms on its public pages. PCA Seoul uses an online admissions/application portal (Veracross) for admissions and parent access. Veracross is a tuition-management platform that supports online payment processing and common payment plans, but specific billing schedules offered to PCA Seoul families are not posted publicly.

Boarding fees (if applicable)

- No boarding program or boarding fees are listed on the school's public pages. PCA Seoul presents itself as a day school; no public information about boarding or residential options appears in the school's admissions or general information pages. Therefore no boarding fees are published.

Other costs and fees (uniforms, materials, activities, exams, etc.)

- No published schedule of ancillary fees (uniforms, materials/technology fees, activity fees, testing fees, transport, meal plans, or other per-student charges) was found on the school's public pages. The admissions materials list the documents and steps required for enrollment but do not include a public itemized list of additional fees or their amounts.

Refund information

- No publicly posted refund policy or details about refundability of application, enrollment, or tuition payments were found on the school's publicly available admissions pages. The admissions process indicates payment is required to secure a place, but the school does not publish the terms for refunds on the admissions pages.

Fee payment options (credit card, bank transfer, etc.)

- The school's application and enrollment processes use a Veracross portal for admissions and family accounts. Veracross's tuition-management service supports online payment methods (for example, card and bank/ACH processing) and multiple payment-plan options in general; PCA Seoul's public pages do not list which specific payment methods PCA Seoul currently accepts, but payments are handled through the school's Veracross portal.
Academics

Providence Christian Academy Korea teaches American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP).

Curriculum
PCA Seoul offers a U.S.-aligned K–12 curriculum that blends rigorous academics with Christ-centered formation. In Elementary (grades 1–5), the program emphasizes the Daily Five literacy framework, integrated Bible instruction, foundational math/science, annual ITBS assessment, an IXL-paced program, and an Accelerated Math option, with AXIS worship integrated into the school week. Middle School (grades 6–8) features a double English track, an accelerated math pathway (Algebra 1 in 7th grade and Geometry in 8th), a Leadership program, and an AP-track via Accelerate to AP, with ITBS testing in 5th–7th and PSAT in 8th to support college readiness. High School (grades 9–12) offers 21 in-person AP courses with online options, a robust STEM program, extensive college counseling, and standardized testing including PSAT and SAT to support college admissions. Across all grades, PCA Seoul emphasizes individualized pathways within a Biblical worldview.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
PCA Seoul supports social-emotional learning (SEL) through a holistic, Christ-centered framework that aims to empower students academically, spiritually, and socially. Core SEL competencies are defined in PCA Seoul's framework as Inquisitive Learners, Effective Communicators, Creative & Critical Thinkers, Flexible Collaborators, and Liberating Leaders. A Middle School Leadership Program develops students to serve with integrity and lead with empathy, reinforcing SEL skills. The Providence Process emphasizes empowering leaders, encouraging inquiry, fostering collaboration, and practicing effective communication. Admissions materials describe a Safe & Nurturing Environment, supporting students' wellbeing within a values-based community. The school offers a dedicated college counseling program (Passion Project) and private tutoring, contributing to students' social-emotional development and goal-setting.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Private tutoring is available for students who require additional academic support. Individualized academic schedules and personalized instruction are offered to meet students' diverse learning needs. Public admissions materials describe the environment as safe and nurturing with unparalleled personal attention from faculty. There is no publicly disclosed dedicated SEN department or specialist SEN provision on PCA Korea's public pages. SEN support appears to be provided through tutoring and individualized instruction rather than a formal SEN program.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
PCA Seoul operates as an English-speaking academy for grades 1–12. The school welcomes international students and offers private tutoring and individualized instruction to support language and learning needs. Public pages do not describe a formal EAL program or dedicated EAL staff. The curriculum is US-based and taught in English. Enrollment materials suggest that language support is managed via tutoring and personalized learning rather than by a distinct EAL department.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is addressed within PCA Seoul's holistic, Christ-centered educational approach. The mission emphasizes a safe, supportive environment where students are known and cared for. A Middle School Leadership Program reinforces SEL by developing empathy, self-management, and responsible leadership. Admissions describe a Safe & Nurturing Environment, which supports emotional and social wellbeing. Values such as community, grace, and pursuit of excellence are embedded in the framework to support student wellbeing.

Safeguarding
Public admissions materials describe a Safe & Nurturing Environment. PCA Seoul's mission centers on a holistic, Christ-centered context that safeguards students' dignity. The school emphasizes supportive relationships and partnerships with families as part of its safeguarding culture. Detailed safeguarding policies or training programs are not published on PCA Korea's public pages. If safeguarding information is needed, parents can contact the school via the listed contact details.
Parent Experience

History
PCA Seoul opened in August 2020 as the first international affiliate of Providence Christian Academy Atlanta. It is an English-speaking academy for grades 1–12, modeled after Providence USA's education model. Providence USA's mission and heritage guide PCA Seoul, which aims to uphold high standards of academic achievement and spiritual formation. The campus is located in Gangnam-gu, Seoul (26, Teheran-ro 34-gil).

Community
Open House & Free Shadowing events invite parents to tour the campus and observe classes; Elementary and Middle/High sessions included presentations of PCA Seoul's educational philosophy by the Academic Dean and opportunities to meet teachers and current students. Parent-Teacher Conferences (PTC) are held to discuss student life, achievement, and future development. PCA Seoul Camp provides Summer and Winter camps with activities such as robotics, visual arts, Lumiere, Stanford workshops, and college essay prep, fostering community, global competencies, and mentorship.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
A formal Parent Teacher Association (PTA) is not described on PCA Seoul's public materials; however, a Parent-Teacher Conference (PTC) program is conducted for the 2025-26 school year, with discussions on student progress and future plans held on October 16-17. Teachers provide individualized feedback during PTC, and families are encouraged to engage in follow-up conversations. Open House events invite families to tour facilities and participate in admissions shadowing to learn about PCA Seoul's educational approach. PCA Seoul Camp and related family outreach activities, including Summer Camp, Winter Camp, and other programs, demonstrate ongoing parent and community involvement beyond traditional PTA structures.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Providence Korea offers a range of clubs that support academic enrichment and intellectual growth. Math Club challenges students with advanced problems and prepares them for competitions, and Fundraising Club engages students in campaigns that support school projects or charities. Communication & Public Speaking groups provide debate and presentation opportunities, while the "Other Interests" category includes logic games, chess, and photography. All clubs meet once per week, and a dedicated Wednesday Block allows students to run their own clubs or join established ones while balancing academics. Source: PCA Korea clubs page (turn0search0)

Arts & Creative
PCA Korea offers arts-related clubs under Creative & Crafting, including Crochet and Knitting. Photography is available under the "Other Interests" category. The Wednesday Block supports pursuing creative pursuits beyond regular coursework, and clubs meet weekly. Source: PCA Korea clubs page (turn0search0)

Social & Hobbies
The club program includes student-run groups such as Golf, Volleyball, and Basketball that meet weekly. These clubs foster social connections, teamwork, and personal interests as part of student life. Debates and public speaking also contribute to social and communication skills through club participation. Source: PCA Korea clubs page (turn0search0)

Community & Service
Fundraising Club is a long-standing club that engages students in community service and plans events to raise money for school projects or charities. Through clubs, students have opportunities to participate in outreach and service activities as part of school life. Source: PCA Korea clubs page (turn0search0)

Leadership & Professional
Student-run clubs empower students to lead their own interest-based groups, providing opportunities to organize, manage, and collaborate with peers. The Wednesday Block enables leadership development through club creation and event planning. Long-standing clubs such as Math Club offer roles for student leadership and mentorship. Source: PCA Korea clubs page (turn0search0)

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Official after-school sports include Golf, Basketball, and Volleyball, providing regular physical activity as part of student life. All clubs meet weekly, supporting a balanced schedule that combines athletics with academics. The presence of sports and clubs contributes to overall wellness and a sense of community. Source: PCA Korea clubs page (turn0search0)
Languages

Language Provision
English is the language of instruction at PCA Seoul; the school operates as an English-speaking academy for grades 1–12. The site does not list other languages taught as part of the curriculum. It provides no publicly described language-support programs for non-native speakers beyond English instruction. No additional language offerings are stated on the site.

Bilingual Teaching
Providence Christian Academy Seoul identifies itself as an English-speaking academy for grades 1–12. The site does not list a bilingual education program or instruction in a second language. There is no explicit information about a structured bilingual pathway or age-specific bilingual offerings.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Step 1: Inquire & Apply. In PCA Seoul, the first step is to complete the Online Application Form. This action starts the admissions process and places your family into the formal sequence of steps. The apply portal is accessible via the Apply Now option on the admissions page.

2. Step 2: Recommendations. You should request a Teacher Recommendation as part of the application. An optional Church Leader Recommendation is highly encouraged. This step helps the Admissions Committee assess character and community involvement.

3. Step 3: Assessment. Schedule and complete the Admission Test, described as the Academic Assessment. The school uses this assessment to gauge readiness for the program. Timely completion supports moving to the next step in the process.

4. Step 4: Interview. Schedule and attend a Family Interview with the Admissions Committee. The interview provides an opportunity for families to discuss fit, expectations, and questions. It is part of the formal evaluation used by the school to determine placement.

5. Step 5: Decision. After completing the prior steps, you will receive the official Acceptance Letter. The decision communicates whether a place has been offered for the requested grade level. This is the milestone before enrollment proceeds.

6. Step 6: Enroll. Upon acceptance, you must complete the Enrollment Agreement and submit final documentation. This step formalizes enrollment and sets up required records for the student file.

7. Step 7: Finalize. To secure the student's place, you must pay the Tuition and fees. Finalization occurs after enrollment documentation is submitted and is necessary to reserve the seat.

Scholarships
Scholarships: PCA Korea does not publish a school-managed scholarship program on its site. The public-facing materials show an 'At a Glance' section highlighting outcomes such as a portion of graduates receiving scholarships when entering college, but this statistic does not specify that PCA Korea provides those scholarships; it may reflect external college scholarships rather than school-awarded aid. No formal PCA Korea scholarship program is described in the available admissions content.

Waitlist
Waitlist/Pool: There is no published waitlist or pool system described on the PCA Seoul admissions materials. The admissions sequence lays out seven steps—application, recommendations, assessment, interview, decision, enrollment, and finalization—but does not mention any waitlist or pooling process. For current availability or mid-year placement questions, contact the PCA Korea Admissions Office (pcakoreainfo@pcakorea.org; 02-6959-2757).
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