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| Located in ], ], the Seoul Foreign School (abbreviated S.F.S.) is a K-12, ] school, founded in 1912 that is an international school and offers a Western-style education to international students with an emphasis on "Christian values." |
Located in ], ], the Seoul Foreign School (abbreviated S.F.S.) is a K-12, ] school, founded in 1912 that is an international school and offers a Western-style education to international students with an emphasis on "Christian values." The school is located in ], ]. | ||
| == Divisions == | == Divisions == | ||
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| '''Elementary School''' | '''Elementary School''' | ||
| The elementary school (SFES) offers a curriculum based on standard U.S.-style ] education. The grade levels are K through 5. The principal is John Gaylord. |
The elementary school (SFES) offers a curriculum based on standard U.S.-style ] education. The grade levels are K through 5. The principal is John Gaylord. | ||
| '''Middle School''' | '''Middle School''' | ||
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| '''High School''' | '''High School''' | ||
| The high school (SFHS) offers a curriculum based on standard U.S.-style ] programs. The grade levels are 9 through 12. During junior and senior year, the IB Diploma Programme is offered. The principal is Kevin Baker |
The high school (SFHS) offers a curriculum based on standard U.S.-style ] programs. The grade levels are 9 through 12. During junior and senior year, the IB Diploma Programme is offered. The principal is Kevin Baker. | ||
| ==Admissions== | |||
| The admissions process into Seoul Foreign School is quite detailed and competitive. First, to be a potential student, you and one of your parents (or guardians) must hold a foreign (non-Korean) passport. SFS requires an application that comprises of your transcript, teacher recommendations, and appropriate fees. Admissions is based on a series of academic, behavioral, and citizenship criteria. <ref> Eligibility Requirements </ref> About 1 student for every 3 applicants is admitted. | |||
| ==Influences of Christianity== | ==Influences of Christianity== | ||
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| ==Discovery Week== | ==Discovery Week== | ||
| Exclusive to the high school is Discovery Week, which is a mandatory 5-10 day program usually held around the last week of May to the first week of June. <ref> Discovery Week </ref> Extracurricular activities such as overseas trips and local activities are provided at a cost |
Exclusive to the high school is Discovery Week, which is a mandatory 5-10 day program usually held around the last week of May to the first week of June. <ref> Discovery Week </ref> Extracurricular activities such as overseas trips and local activities are provided at a cost. The cost of overseas trips range from $1800 USD to $3000 USD. Local activities can be things such as sports (golfing, basketball), city photography and excursions, and in-school activities such as computer gaming, or American Red Cross Lifeguarding. The cost range of local activities ranges from about $100 USD to $700 USD. | ||
| ==Fees== | |||
| Seoul Foreign School, as a private school, demands separate tuition. Pricing is different for each school division. The tuition is paid in a ] amount and a ] amount. The cost range for tuition is approximately $10,000 ] to $25,000 USD <ref> Seoul Foreign School Tuition and Fee Schedule (for 2007 ~ 2008) </ref>. Separate fees also exist for things such as transportation (buses), IB (Junior/Senior only) fees, application and registration fees. School lunches are also available for about 3000 Won to 4000 Won (about 3 USD to 4 USD). | |||
| ==Grounds== | ==Grounds== | ||
| The school grounds span from the Yonhi-dong |
The school grounds span from the Yonhi-dong. The separate school divisions are also physically divided. The elementary school sits next to the high school which is situated across from the middle school. The high school is located near the middle school. Teacher housing is located in apartment complexes built within the campus. The Lyso Center for the Performing Arts is also located at SFS and is the site for many of the school's plays and concerts. <ref> Campus Information </ref> | ||
| ==Athletic Facilities== | ==Athletic Facilities== | ||
| Seoul Foreign School has an indoor sports complex which houses two gyms, each with several ]s, as well as one weight training room. Also, located outside are two more basketball courst (next to the soccer field). More basketball courts can also be found on the British school playground. There is a ] (football) field and a running track. There is also an indoor pool and two ]s are situated above it. Two more tennis courts are situated adjacent to the British school playground. There is also a ] room for various uses ranging from acrobatics workout to ballet practice. | Seoul Foreign School has an indoor sports complex which houses two gyms, each with several ]s, as well as one weight training room. Also, located outside are two more basketball courst (next to the soccer field). More basketball courts can also be found on the British school playground. There is a ] (football) field and a running track. There is also an indoor pool and two ]s are situated above it. Two more tennis courts are situated adjacent to the British school playground. There is also a ] room for various uses ranging from acrobatics workout to ballet practice. | ||
| == Notable Alumni == | |||
| *]: Frequent contestant on the quiz-show ] whose earnings have grossed over $1,000,000 | |||
| *Eddie Shin: Korean Pop Singer. | |||
| *Dr. Skalinski - Proving Mole-Calculation to be False | |||
| ==References== | ==References== | ||
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Seoul Foreign School
| Established | 1912 |
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| School type | Private School |
| Head of School | Dr. Harlan Lyso |
| Address | 55 Yonhi-dong Seoul, Republic of Korea 120-113 |
| Coordinates | 37°34′9″N 126°56′13″E / 37.56917°N 126.93694°E / 37.56917; 126.93694 |
| Enrollment | ~1,500 |
| Organizational Membership |
National Association of Independant Schools
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| Athletic Conference | KAIAC APAC |
| Colors | Red Black |
| Nickname | Crusaders |
| Homepage | Official Site |
Located in Seoul, South Korea, the Seoul Foreign School (abbreviated S.F.S.) is a K-12, IB World school, founded in 1912 that is an international school and offers a Western-style education to international students with an emphasis on "Christian values." The school is located in Yeonhui-dong, Seodaemun-gu.
Divisions
The school is currently divided into 4 divisions. British, Elementary, Middle, and High school.
British School
The British School (SFBS) offers a curriculum based around the English National Primary Strategy and National Curriculum for Reception to Year 9. SFBS spans Year 1 to Year 9. The headteacher is Timothy J. Gray.
Elementary School
The elementary school (SFES) offers a curriculum based on standard U.S.-style grade school education. The grade levels are K through 5. The principal is John Gaylord.
Middle School
The middle school (SFMS) offers a curriculum based on standard U.S.-style middle school programs. The grade levels are 6 through 8. The prinicpal is Shirley Droese.
High School
The high school (SFHS) offers a curriculum based on standard U.S.-style high school programs. The grade levels are 9 through 12. During junior and senior year, the IB Diploma Programme is offered. The principal is Kevin Baker.
Influences of Christianity
Seoul Foreign School, founded in 1912 by missionaries to Korea, has grown into a premier international college-preparatory school all the while holding to its Christian roots, philosophy, and ethos. In particular, it is committed to education within a caring Christian environment and consistent with the highest Christian values. The school provides programs designed to give an understanding of the Christian faith, both through a study of Bible and consideration of historical and contemporary understandings of Christianity. Through personal example and through certain extra-curricular activities, the school aims to encourage students to make the truths of the Christian faith a matter of personal commitment.
Discovery Week
Exclusive to the high school is Discovery Week, which is a mandatory 5-10 day program usually held around the last week of May to the first week of June. Extracurricular activities such as overseas trips and local activities are provided at a cost. The cost of overseas trips range from $1800 USD to $3000 USD. Local activities can be things such as sports (golfing, basketball), city photography and excursions, and in-school activities such as computer gaming, or American Red Cross Lifeguarding. The cost range of local activities ranges from about $100 USD to $700 USD.
Grounds
The school grounds span from the Yonhi-dong. The separate school divisions are also physically divided. The elementary school sits next to the high school which is situated across from the middle school. The high school is located near the middle school. Teacher housing is located in apartment complexes built within the campus. The Lyso Center for the Performing Arts is also located at SFS and is the site for many of the school's plays and concerts.
Athletic Facilities
Seoul Foreign School has an indoor sports complex which houses two gyms, each with several basketball courts, as well as one weight training room. Also, located outside are two more basketball courst (next to the soccer field). More basketball courts can also be found on the British school playground. There is a soccer (football) field and a running track. There is also an indoor pool and two tennis courts are situated above it. Two more tennis courts are situated adjacent to the British school playground. There is also a gymnastics room for various uses ranging from acrobatics workout to ballet practice.