School Profile
Gyeonggi Suwon International School
School Overview
School & Community Overview
Gyeonggi Suwon International School (GSIS) is a WASC-accredited IB Continuum World School in the city of Suwon(pop. 1.2 million) in the greater Seoul area in Korea. Opened in 2006 with a mission to offer a rigorous IB education to the students in Suwon and surrounding communities, it has grown to serve approximately 500 students from over 20 nationalities.
The founder and Board of Trustees (BOT) of GSIS is the Hyosan International Education Foundation (HIEF). HIEF is responsible for the overall governance of GSIS and is composed of a group of experienced and dedicated individuals who are committed to providing a high-quality education for all students.
The school is located on a hillside in suburban Suwon, surrounded by a large forest park. The campus consists of three buildings- the main building, the athletics complex and a staff housing building (‘KnightsTown’). Most staff live within walking distance of the school, with shopping and restaurants nearby. The school is approximately 45 minutes by bus from downtown Seoul and less than 90 minutes to Incheon International Airport.
GSIS is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges(WASC) and is also authorized and member of the International Baccalaureate Organization(IBO) to offer the Primary Years Program(PYP), the Middle Years Program(MYP), and the IB Diploma Program(DP). GSIS is an active member of the Association of Christian Schools International(ACSI), the East Asia Regional Council of Overseas Schools(EARCOS and the Korean-American Interscholastic Activities Conference(KAIAC).
School Mission
GSIS cultivates internationally minded learners to lead and serve for the glory of God.
Educational Philosophy
Because each student is recognized as a person made in the image of God, Christian education should foster self-respect and self-worth as well as respect and esteem for others. For this reason, the goal of GSIS is to provide a quality educational environment in which each student’s unique gifts of intellect, personality, stature, and spirit are given the best opportunities for development toward maturity. GSIS bases its philosophy on basic Christian beliefs.
The Community
GSIS is truly a caring international school with a strong sense of community. The GSIS parent community (PTA) is active and supportive and initiates a myriad of activities and events that celebrate school life and supports social events. GSIS provides regular workshops and parenting sessions that encourage parent involvement in the school. GSIS is located in Suwon, which is a “green city” with an abundance of hiking trails, bike paths, parks, and tantalizing restaurants that help make life fun and adventuresome. Suwon is known also to be one of the safest cities in the world. Shopping is convenient with first rate shopping centers such as Home Plus, Costco, E-mart and Lotte Mart all located nearby. Transportation to Seoul and the outlying areas of Korea is easily accessible with buses and subway lines located nearby. International churches are easily accessible and are encouraged for the GSIS community. GSIS is located also only 20 miles from Pyongtaek and is home to the largest US military base in the world. Suwon is also home to many professional sports teams such as soccer, baseball and basketball. Life in Suwon is safe, clean, active and full of energy!
Facilities
GSIS enjoys an idyllic surrounding of six acres that is nestled near the countryside, yet close proximity to the city. The school enjoys a large auditorium, with includes facilities for makeup, costumes and a drama classroom. GSIS also enjoys state-of-the-art Sports Complex that includes two gymnasiums, a high-quality turf soccer field, dance room, two tennis courts, well-equipped heated swimming pool with natural light. GSIS also enjoys two beautiful libraries for lower and upper schools, spacious science labs, design technology classrooms, visual and performing art facilities and a cafeteria with a healthy selection of both Korean and Western food.
School History
GSIS was founded in 2006 as a coeducational Christian faith-based Day & Boarding school. We have become, in a short period of time, a reference for excellent international education in Korea, providing an aspirational academic programs taught by dedicated, and inspiring teachers through interactive, thought-provoking lessons within our caring community.
We were the first IB world school in Korea, and immensely proud to say that our students are offered places at the most prestigious universities around the world, and our graduating classes go on to enjoy happy lives as global citizens.
Notable Accomplishments / Recognition
WASC, IBO, ACSI, EARCOS, KAIAC
Benefits
The salary and benefits package is competitive and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.