School Director's Message
Welcome to Korea International School! Whether you are just exploring KIS or looking ahead to joining our community, I am thrilled you are here.
Our ambitious vision is to be South Korea’s most inspiring international school where students and teachers thrive in a culture of continuous learning. Our mission and core values are in action everywhere on campus and we hold the highest standards of teaching and learning.
KIS teachers are positive and student-centered. Our classroom spaces and curriculum design invite inquiry. KIS learners experience rigor and challenge in a supportive environment. Hands-on and project-based learning gives students opportunities to practice risk, reflect, and succeed, building confidence in their present and future learning.
At KIS the well-being of our learners is just as critical as their academic success. Our students thrive in safe, compassionate, and inclusive academic and co-curricular programs.
Partnership is key to this extraordinary learning environment. KIS educators, students, and parents work together to ensure that KIS students become collaborative, critical thinkers inspired to succeed and lead in the global community.
I invite you to explore our website for a glimpse of the vibrant learning happening in and beyond our classrooms. We’re excited to welcome your family to our community!
Jim Laney Jr,
School Director
Jim Laney Jr.
School Director
Principal's Message
Alex Ray
Principal
Dear Seoul Campus Families,
It is my great pleasure to welcome you to KIS Seoul Campus. Your family is now part of a vibrant and exceptional learning community. At KIS, students find a place to grow, to connect, and to belong. Every child is known, valued, and celebrated for the unique qualities they bring to our school.
We are committed to nurturing a love of learning, building confidence, and inspiring curiosity that will carry students far beyond their elementary years. KIS is a community of thinkers. Each day, students are encouraged to ask questions, explore new ideas, and reflect on their learning. With technology as a tool, they research, share ideas, and connect with others as global citizens.
Through rich, inquiry-driven experiences, students develop a deep understanding of language, mathematics, science, social studies, and more. They build essential skills like creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving, preparing them for a rapidly changing world where success is not defined by what you know, but by what you can do with what you know.
At KIS, we believe:
- Learning happens best in a safe, supportive environment.
- Learning should be purposeful, relevant, and engaging.
- Learning is personalized to meet the needs of each student.
- Learning is guided by clear standards and meaningful assessments.
- Learning is transferable and applicable beyond the classroom
Our educators are passionate, knowledgeable, and dedicated professionals who continually seek engaging, research-based ways to support student growth. We design learning to challenge each student appropriately, extend their strengths, and support their social, emotional, and physical development.
This website is just one part of our communication. To truly experience what makes our school special, we invite you to stay involved—visit classrooms, connect with teachers, and attend events. Your partnership plays an essential role in your child’s success, and we look forward to working closely with you throughout the school year and beyond.
Welcome to the KIS Seoul Campus family!
Warm regards,
Alex Ray
Principal, KIS Seoul Campus