Branksome Hall Asia
Jeju English Education City
Curriculum
IB Continuum (PYP, MYP, DP)
Grades
JK Prep-Grade 12
Annual Tuition
~42-51M KRW/year
Enrollment
~886 students
Korean Student Admission
As a 국제학교 in Jeju's Global Education City, Branksome Hall Asia is fully open to Korean nationals with no overseas residency requirements or enrollment caps. The student body is predominantly Korean.
Overview
Branksome Hall Asia is the Jeju campus of Branksome Hall, a prestigious all-girls school founded in Toronto, Canada in 1903. Located in Jeju English Education City, the school offers the full IB Continuum (PYP, MYP, DP) and is co-educational through Grade 4, transitioning to girls-only from Grade 5 onward. With approximately 886 students, Branksome has experienced a notable enrollment decline of 25.5% from the previous year, a trend that warrants attention from prospective families. The school is known for its emphasis on girls' empowerment, leadership development, and the holistic IB educational framework.
What parents like
- +Pure IB Continuum school offering a cohesive educational framework from JK Prep through Grade 12
- +Strong affiliation with Branksome Hall Toronto, a respected Canadian institution
- +Boarding options available for families who prefer not to relocate to Jeju
- +Smaller class sizes provide individualized attention and support
- +Focus on girls' empowerment and leadership development from Grade 5
- +Well-designed campus with modern facilities in Jeju Education City
Things to consider
- -Sharp enrollment decline of 25.5% raises questions about long-term demand and viability
- -Girls-only from Grade 5, which limits options for families with boys
- -Requires relocation to Jeju island, away from Seoul and the Korean mainland
- -Higher tuition (42-51M KRW) compared to other Jeju schools without proportionally stronger outcomes
- -Declining enrollment may lead to reduced course offerings and program cuts over time
- -Island lifestyle and distance from Seoul is a significant adjustment for many families
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Academics
Branksome Hall Asia is one of the few schools in Korea offering the complete IB Continuum from early years through the Diploma Programme. The PYP develops foundational inquiry skills, the MYP builds critical thinking and interdisciplinary connections, and the DP prepares students for university-level academic work. The school emphasizes the IB learner profile throughout, with a particular focus on developing confident, articulate young women from Grade 5 onward. Class sizes are small, which supports differentiated instruction. University placements include institutions in Canada, the US, UK, and Korea. The academic program benefits from the school's partnership with the Toronto parent campus.
Admissions
Admissions are open to all nationalities, including Korean nationals, with no overseas residency requirements. The application process includes academic records, assessments, and interviews. Given the enrollment decline, admission may be less competitive than in previous years, potentially making it a more accessible option for families considering Jeju. Annual tuition ranges from approximately 42M KRW for lower school to 51M KRW for the Diploma Programme years. Boarding fees are additional. Families should consider the total cost including Jeju relocation or boarding when evaluating the investment.
Campus and Facilities
The Branksome Hall Asia campus in Jeju Education City features modern facilities designed to support the IB curriculum and the school's emphasis on holistic education. The campus includes well-equipped classrooms, science and technology labs, performing arts spaces, visual arts studios, a library, indoor and outdoor athletic facilities, and boarding residences. The campus environment is clean and well-maintained, benefiting from the planned infrastructure of Jeju Education City. The natural setting of Jeju island provides opportunities for outdoor education and environmental awareness programs.
Community and Culture
The Branksome community is shaped by its girls' school identity from Grade 5 onward, creating a distinct culture focused on female leadership, confidence-building, and mutual support. The lower school co-ed environment transitions to an all-girls setting that some families find empowering and others find limiting. The parent community is predominantly Korean, with families who have actively chosen the Jeju international school pathway. Boarding students add an additional layer to the community dynamic. The declining enrollment is a factor worth considering, as a shrinking community can affect the social experience, extracurricular variety, and overall energy of the school.
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