Gyeongnam International Foreign School

Gyeongnam International Foreign School
Location
451-2, Weolseongri
Sacheon
Gyeongnam

South Korea
Coordinates 35°03′38″N 128°03′57″E / 35.0606°N 128.0658°E / 35.0606; 128.0658
Information
Type International School
Motto 'Only easy day was yesterday
Established 2004
Director John Ha
Principal Marjie Carroll
Staff 20-30
Grades Preschool - 12
Color(s) Blue and Orange
Athletics Basketball, Soccer and Cross Country
Athletics conference Southern Korea Athletic Conference (SKAC)
Mascot The Tigers
Affiliation Western Association of Schools Colleges (WASC), International Baccalaureate Organisation (IBO), East Asia Regional Council of Overseas Schools (EARCOS), Minister of Education, Republic of Korea (Certification), American Chamber of Commerce in Korea (AMCHAM), European Union Chamber of Commerce in Korea (EUCCK)
Website http://www.gifs.or.kr/

Gyeongnam International Foreign School (GIFS) is a privately funded international school located in Sacheon, South Korea. It was founded in 2004 and has over 90 students enrolled.[1] The school includes students from Pre-kindergarten to grade 12. The language of instruction is English. GIFS is a part of the same family of schools as Busan Foreign School. Among other international affiliations, Gyeongnam International Foreign School is a member of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.

Program

GIFS provides a challenging and innovative educational program in a modern purpose-built facility. Starting in 2015, GIFS will offer the International Diploma Programme to 11th and 12th grade students following its authorization as an IB World School in March 2015. It is an exciting development and one that holds out the promise of superior academic achievement.

Vision and Mission

The vision created by the founding members of GIFS states: "GIFS has a welcoming environment where students gather to receive a quality education that prepares them for academic success. Our inclusive school provides students from many nations and cultures an opportunity to learn and practice relationship skills that will foster harmony and positively impact the world." That vision continues to guide decision making in all aspects from staffing, to curriculum, scheduling, food service, safety, and the many other factors that impact the learning experience of the students.

The mission is to inspire and care for each learner by providing an educational environment that nurtures his or her social, intellectual, emotional, and physical well-being.

School Hours

The school day begins at 8:30am and concludes at 3:25pm. After-school activities and extra-curriculars run until 4:25pm.

School Bus Service

GIFS operates buses in the Jinju and Geoje areas. A late bus is available for students who participate in after-school activities.

References

  1. Gyeongnam International Foreign School. 2010. 14 October 2010. <http://www.gifs.or.kr/new/sp_main/main.asp>
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