Sejong International Academy

Sejong International Academy

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Sejong International Academy (SIA, 세종 국제 학원)

Sejong International Academy (SIA) is an educational institution located in Unyang-dong, Gimpo-si, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea.

1. Educational Nature

  • SIA positions itself as a “Korean-style international school for gifted students”, aiming to foster a happy learning environment tailored for creative and global-minded individuals.

2. Grade Levels & Curriculum

  • The academy offers programs across multiple levels:

    • Elementary (Grades 1–6), branded as SIA E, combining four U.S. curriculum subjects (ASI) with South Korea’s national elementary curriculum, plus SIA’s own specialized classes.

    • Middle School (Grades 7–9), branded as SIA M, with six U.S. curriculum subjects integrated with the Korean national middle school curriculum, alongside unique SIA specialization classes

    • An advanced post-graduation pathway, SIA–HCP, supports students aged 16 and above in earning both a U.S. high school diploma and an American associate degree (SVC) simultaneously.

3. Signature Specializations

SIA’s curriculum emphasizes:

  • STEM-oriented project-based learning (AI, mathematics, science).

  • Korean cultural and leadership studies (Korean language, history, and leadership development).

  • Arts and personal development, including individual musical instrument instruction and integrated art sessions

4. Educational Philosophy & Vision

  • “the most Korean-style international Academy for gifted children”, aiming to cultivate creative global leaders through a uniquely Korean perspective on international education

  • “A Korean-style international school for gifted students where students are happy,” reinforces its emphasis on both excellence and well-being