International Christian School Uijeongbu

ICSU is located in Uijeongbu, a city in Gyeonggi Province just north of Seoul. The campus address is Jindeung-ro 28, Uijeongbu 11608. It serves families in Uijeongbu and the northern part of Gyeonggi Province and is accessible by local public transport. Google Maps or Naver Maps are recommended for directions.

ICSU serves students in elementary through secondary education, specifically 4th through 12th grade. The school is organized into Elementary, Middle School, and High School divisions.

ICSU is a co-educational, day school. Boarding is not offered.

ICSU provides English Language Development (ELD) for English learners and has Special Needs Services. ELD uses a structured program with ELL teachers, and counselors support academic, social-emotional, and spiritual development.

ICSU is affiliated with the Network of International Christian Schools (NICS) and follows an American curriculum.

ICSU is a Christian international school; biblical worldview is integrated into academics and spiritual formation is part of student life.

School hours are 7:40 AM to 3:50 PM during the school year; summer hours are 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

ICSU offers a school bus service. Public details about routes and providers are not published on the school site; contact ICSU for current arrangements.

ICSU's instructional program is built on US Common Core Standards plus other US and international standards, with a biblical worldview integrated across academics. The school serves grades 4–12, with Elementary School for grades 4–5, followed by Middle School and High School. Advanced Placement courses are offered on-site, and NorthStar Academy provides additional AP options online. Graduation requires 25 credits for a Standard Diploma or 27 credits for an Honors Diploma (beginning with the Class of 2024), including English 4, Social Studies 3, Science 3, Mathematics 3 (4 for Honors), Foreign Language 2, Technology 1, Fine Arts 1–2, Bible 0.5 credit per semester, and College & Career Education 0.5 credit; AP credits count toward the diploma requirements. English Language Development follows the WIDA framework, and ICSU offers college and career counseling via the Cialfo platform. ICSU is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI), recognized by the Korean Ministry of Education as a foreign school, and is a member of the Network of International Christian Schools (NICS); its Expected School-Wide Learning Results define six outcomes: Investigative Learners, Perceptive Learners, Effective Communicators, Quality Producers, Cooperative Contributors, and Involved Citizens.

ICSU embeds social and emotional learning (SEL) through its Expected School-Wide Learning Results (ESLRS), which define six student profiles: Investigative Learners, Perceptive Learners, Effective Communicators, Quality Producers, Cooperative Contributors, and Involved Citizens. These ESLRS include development of personal and social relationships, critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and responsible citizenship. The Grade 4-12 counselor acts as an advocate and guide to support students' academic, career, social-emotional, and spiritual development throughout their time at ICSU. Relationships and mentorship are emphasized across the faculty, with teachers aiming to foster character, confidence, and a biblically grounded sense of identity. Parent involvement and the Discipleship & Mentorship framework reinforce emotional and behavioral growth through regular communication and supportive school-community relationships.

Special Needs Services are listed as a component of ICSU's academics, with a dedicated area indicated for Special Needs Services. The available public information does not specify which types of Special Educational Needs (SEN) the school can support, nor whether ICSU operates as a specialist SEN institution. The school's public materials confirm the existence of SEN-related services, but do not disclose detailed SEN categorizations or capabilities.

ICSU provides English Language Development (ELD) for language learners, based on the internationally recognized WIDA framework. ELD teachers use an individualized approach to guide students in acquiring English language skills necessary for academic success at ICSU. The program emphasizes inclusive language support so students can participate meaningfully in classroom learning.

The ICSU counselor serves as an advocate and guide for Grade 4-12 students, supporting their academic, career, social-emotional, and spiritual development. The ESLRS include social-emotional competencies under the categories of Cooperative Contributors and Involved Citizens, reflecting a focus on personal and social skills. Teachers are trained to mentor students to develop character, confidence, and healthy spiritual lives, reinforcing emotional well-being. Parent involvement emphasizes emotional and behavioral support through ongoing, open communication. Together, these elements support students' mental well-being within ICSU's holistic framework.

ICSU treats safeguarding as a priority; safeguarding and child protection are formal components of the school's operations. The policy states that safeguarding is the responsibility of every adult in the building and that staff are trained to act with integrity and professionalism in their interactions with children. ICSU is intentional about maintaining a safe, positive, and nurturing environment for children, upholding high safeguarding standards.

1. Initiate contact and understand the admissions approach. ICSU uses a rolling admission process based on space available, and applications for the 2025-2026 school year are currently being accepted. The school does not sponsor student visas and does not host exchange students. Eligibility documents must be updated each year during re-enrollment.
2. Determine eligibility category and required documents. There are three categories: Non-Korean; Korean Ethnic; and Korean Citizens. Each category requires specific documents, such as Alien Registration Card, Diplomatic ID, SOFA, and a domestic residence card for Non-Korean applicants; Korean Ethnic applicants need a Korean Family Registry; Korean Citizens require a Certificate of Entry and Exit and a Korean Family Registry.
3. Review acceptance criteria. ICSU admits students based on grades from current and previous report cards, high-quality behavioral and academic references, fulfillment of citizenship eligibility as applicable, MAP testing for Grades 2-12, and a screening of English proficiency for all PreK-12 applicants. The MAP test helps determine placement and readiness for ICSU's program, and English proficiency screening assesses fit for the curriculum.
4. Introduction to ICSU and planning a visit. Schedule your personal campus tour with Admissions and meet with the administration as part of the process. Consider scheduling a Shadow Day for Grades 6–12 (recommended; not available during summer).
5. Admissions procedure. An application (one per student) must be submitted for all students who desire to attend ICSU. Supporting documents include the Student Packet, transcript/grades from the previous three years, immunization records, birth certificate, copies of passports, Certificate of Entry and Exit (Korean students), Alien/Residence Card for foreigners, standardized test results, and payment of the Application Processing Fee. Intake MAP testing, meetings with the Principal and the Business Manager, and English Language Development testing (if applicable) are part of the process. Acceptance is communicated when approved, with the enrollment decision typically completed within a week; conditions or probationary status may be required.
6. Required ICSU forms. An application packet must be submitted, and IO forms or hand-delivery of documents is possible. The Enrollment Agreement Contract and designation of a payment option are required at enrollment, and the enrollment is considered complete when all steps and paperwork are finalized.
7. After enrollment. Once enrolled, families purchase school uniforms, create a class schedule (secondary students), receive locker assignments, set up the Eagle account and Bible, and provide transportation information if applicable.
8. Financial confirmation and planning. The school provides guidance on enrollment timing and payment arrangements as part of the enrollment steps, ensuring families understand when and how to pay.
9. Fees overview. For planning, note the 2025-2026 fee structure includes Enrollment/Re-Enrollment fees, Capital Development Fee, Technology Fee, annual tuition by grade (USD and KRW), and various additional and optional fees.

ICSU offers a Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) to help families with financial need. The school does not have an endowment and works with families within its financial framework to provide aid where possible. To apply for tuition assistance, contact the school's business manager to obtain the necessary application forms.

ICSU uses a rolling admission process based on space availability, and applications for the 2025-2026 year are currently being accepted. The school does not publish a separate waitlist or pool system; admissions proceed as space allows. If space is not immediately available, the rolling process continues until a slot opens.