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Seoul Providence School

South Korea, Seoul

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Korean, English
Fees ₩18,000,000 - 0
Ages Not listed
Opened 2025
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum
Taught languages Korean, English
Strengths Academic Enrichment, Languages, Service and Sustainability
Stages Middle School, High School
Introduction

Seoul Providence School (SPS) is a Christ-centered international school located in central Seoul at the Onnuri Youth Center, Ichon-ro 358, Yongsan-gu. It offers instruction in Korean and English and follows a U.S.-style curriculum grounded in a biblical worldview. The core curriculum aligns with the Massachusetts Curriculum Framework, and the school provides English Language Arts with ESL support (ELL). The campus includes a multi-purpose gym, a 190-seat theatre, a library, a media and computer lab, and a cafeteria.

www.seoulprovidence.org

4F, 358 Ichon-ro, Yongsan District, Seoul, South Korea

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The Essentials

Seoul Providence School has instruction in Korean, English.

Location
The school is located at Ichon-ro 358, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea, 04428. The campus is housed in the Onnuri Youth Center in Ichon-dong, Yongsan-gu, central Seoul. The location places SPS within the Seoul urban area with access to nearby public transit options.

Stages
SPS currently serves Grades 5–8. A 9th grade opens in Fall 2026, with the plan to add one grade per year through 2029 to reach Grade 12. The curriculum for Grades 9–12 includes college prep and AP options aligned to the Massachusetts framework.

Type
SPS is a not-for-profit Christian international school with independent governance. It operates with autonomy from any church oversight and uses an American-style curriculum with instruction in Korean and English.

Additional learning support
The school offers an English Language Learner (ELL) program with individualized support and small-group classes integrated within the ELA immersion curriculum. An after-school program exists from 4:00pm to 6:00pm, which includes learning support and other activities.

Country affiliation
There is no formal country affiliation stated for Seoul Providence School; it operates as an independent Christian international school with an American-style curriculum.

Religious affiliation
SPS is a Christian international school with a biblical worldview and Christian-based learning; it is not tied to a specific denomination.

School day structure
School hours run from 8:00am to 4:00pm. An after-school program runs from 4:00pm to 6:00pm.

Bus service
The school does not advertise its own bus service; transportation is arranged by families. Public transit serves the campus area; nearby Onnuri Church facilities are accessible by local buses (e.g., routes 100, 2016, 3012, 6211).
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at Seoul Providence School ranges from from KRW 18,000,000 for 2026/27.

Application / Application fee

- No separate non-refundable application fee is published. An Enrollment payment of KRW 5,000,000 is required upon admission (listed as "Tuition / Enrollment KRW 18,000,000 per academic year / KRW 5,000,000 upon admission").

Tuition fees by year group (per academic year and per term)

- Tuition is stated as a single annual amount: KRW 18,000,000 per academic year. This figure is listed as the school's tuition for enrolled students (grades currently listed as 5th–8th).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The publicly available admissions information states that completed Enrollment Agreements are due within two weeks of acceptance, indicating a short deadline to complete enrollment paperwork and required payments, but a detailed recurring billing schedule (term dates, installment options, late fees, or exact payment deadlines) is not published.
- The school mentions tuition assistance eligibility for children of missionaries and pastors; details about how that alters billing or payment schedules are not published.

Boarding fees

- Seoul Providence School operates as a day school with no boarding program indicated in the school information; no boarding fees are listed or applicable.

Other costs and fees (uniforms, books, activities, meals, extras)

- No separate published fees for uniforms, textbooks, technology, meals, extracurricular activities, or after-school programs are listed on the publicly accessible school pages. The school lists an after-school program in its hours/offerings but does not publish separate charges or package prices.

Refund information and withdrawal penalties

- No published refund policy, tuition refund schedule, or early-withdrawal penalty is available on the school pages reviewed. The school's admissions page indicates Enrollment Agreements are due within two weeks of acceptance but does not publish the refund terms that apply after enrollment.

Fee payment options (credit card, bank transfer, online payment)

- Specific accepted payment methods (bank transfer, credit card, online payment portal, cheque) are not published on the publicly available pages. The school provides contact details for inquiries, but no explicit list of payment channels is given.
Academics

Seoul Providence School teaches American Curriculum.

Curriculum
The Core SPS Curriculum is biblically grounded and aligned with the Massachusetts Curriculum Framework for core subjects, with English Language Arts taught using BJU Press materials and an ELL program offering individualized support in small groups. Science is Massachusetts Framework-aligned and presents natural science and creationism side by side, with college prep and AP options available in Grades 9–12. World History provides a biblical worldview, with Grade 5–8 resources from BJU Press and college prep and AP pathways in Grades 9–12. Mathematics follows a Finnish curriculum for Grades 5–8 with a focus on personalized learning pathways and real-world problem solving, followed by college prep and AP in Grades 9–12. The program also covers Korean History and Christian Studies, SHAPE America-based Physical Education, and beginning Fall 2026 the high school will be AP-focused with anticipated ACSI accreditation and a first graduating class in 2030.
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Facilities
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Extra-Curricular Activities
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Reputation
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Online Application: Begin by filling out the online application. The form collects student questions, recent school transcripts, optional references, and a brief family introduction video. This step creates the initial record for review and allows the admissions team to assess academic history and family context.
2. School Visit: We invite you to visit our Yongsan-gu campus to meet our faculty and community, learn more about SPS culture, and explore our state-of-the-art learning facilities. This visit helps families understand the school environment and meet key staff who will support the student.
3. Interview: Selected applicants will be invited to our admissions day, where students complete academic assessments, a lesson observation, and participate in an in-depth family interview. The admissions day combines academic work with family discussions to gauge fit with SPS's program and values.
4. Admission Decision: Families will be notified of the admissions decision by the end of the application period. If accepted, completed Enrollment Agreements are due within two weeks.
5. Onsite Evaluation: Shortlisted students and parents will be invited to an onsite evaluation at SPS, which will include student academic assessments, a group lesson activity, and a family interview. This step provides a hands-on chance to observe how the student engages in classroom tasks and collaborative activities.
6. Reading Assessment: Shortlisted students will complete an assessment to determine their Reading level. The Reading Assessment helps determine readiness and any needed reading support.
7. Group Lesson Activity: During the onsite evaluation, students will participate in a group lesson activity with fellow students and members of SPS faculty. This activity assesses collaboration, communication, and how the student participates in a peer-learning setting.
8. Family Interview: Students and parents will participate in a family interview, where we discuss how SPS can best support their child's development. The family interview addresses goals, concerns, and how SPS can align with the family's values and expectations.
9. Tuition Assistance: Children of missionaries and pastors are eligible for tuition assistance.
10. Enrollment & Fees: Admission decisions are communicated by the end of the application period. If accepted, Enrollment Agreements are due within two weeks. Tuition is ₩18,000,000 per academic year, and ₩5,000,000 is due upon admission.

Scholarships
Scholarships: The school offers tuition assistance for children of missionaries and pastors. Details are provided through the admissions team, and families should contact admissions@seoulprovidence.org for more information.

Waitlist
Waitlist/Pool: Seoul Providence School does not publicly advertise a waitlist or pool system. The admissions process is described in terms of online application, campus visit, interviews, onsite evaluations, reading and group activities, and eventual admission decision, with specific application periods and deadlines published for each cycle.
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