International schools are booming in Korea as more parents and students seek education in English to face the competitive global environment.

Located in Yongin, Gyeonggi Province, the Taehwa International School is one of the leading schools that is attracting a growing number of students with its strong English-learning environment.

The school announced in particular that this year all eight seniors had been admitted to universities in the U.S., including the University of California, and the University of Iowa. 

Founded in 2006 with the aim of nurturing global leaders in the spirit of Christianity, the school adapted a Bible-based curriculum used for Christian schools in the U.S. and around the world.

The school is committed to providing an “all-English learning” environment, its founder and CEO Rev. Park Man-yong said.

Unlike traditional public schools here, all subjects from math to arts as well as extracurricular activities are all taught in English.

The CEO said that he also placed a great emphasis on students’ social skills. All students are advised to live in the residence hall as they can develop social skills from their communal living.

They also regularly participate in spiritual training that is designed for character development, he added.

Built on more than 90,000 square-meters, its abundant facilities include a gymnasium and swimming pool to provide a wide range of extracurricular classes.

“We advise students to take part in at least one sport and to play at least one musical instrument,” Rev. Park said, adding, “Our goal is to produce elite leaders who can contribute to the world’s development.”

The school is holding a special information session for new applicants on May 18. For more information visit www.thcis.com.

By Oh Kyu-wook (596story@heraldcorp.com)