Chadwick International
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$37K - US$44K
Curriculum: IB
Age Range: 3-18
Students: ~800
Location: Songdo, Seoul
Updated April 2026
In Brief
Chadwick is the right school if you are based in or near Songdo and want a full IB continuum in a well-resourced, California-affiliated setting. The fees are the highest in this guide; the Incheon location rules it out for most central Seoul families unless you are specifically relocating to the Songdo International Business District.
Chadwick International opened in 2010 as an affiliate of Chadwick School in Palos Verdes, California, and operates within the Songdo International Business District in Yeonsu-gu, Incheon - about 45 minutes from central Seoul by road or subway, and a short walk from Incheon's own expat infrastructure. The school runs all three IB programmes (PYP, MYP, and Diploma) across a full 3-18 age range, serving around 800 students from more than 50 countries. The campus is purpose-built and well-equipped, with facilities that reflect the school's position as the most expensive international option in the Seoul metro area.
The California affiliation shapes the school's culture in a visible way: the Chadwick identity is built around character development, service learning, and what the school calls the Five Pillars - academic excellence, creative expression, physical and emotional wellbeing, cross-cultural awareness, and service. Parent reviews note that the community is generally tight-knit and the pastoral relationships are strong, particularly in the primary years. The IB framework reinforces the inquiry-based approach that runs through everything from Pre-K upwards.
The main practical considerations are cost and location. Fees for 2026-27 run from KRW 50.3M for the Village School to KRW 59.3M for Upper School - the highest tuition of any school in this guide, before one-time fees. The Capital Development Fee (KRW 5M, non-refundable) and Enrollment Fee (KRW 3M) add substantially to the first-year cost. Some parent accounts raise concerns about the balance between international and Korean-national students and about administrative responsiveness; these are worth raising directly with current families if you visit. For families living in Songdo itself, the school is a walkable or short-drive option with no commute problem; for families in Seoul, the daily journey is long enough to make it a serious consideration.
What parents value
- –Full IB continuum (PYP, MYP, Diploma) in a purpose-built Songdo campus affiliated with a respected California school - a coherent 3-18 IB journey in one place.
- –Well-resourced campus with strong facilities. The Songdo International Business District location makes it the natural school for families relocating specifically to that area.
- –Small enough for pastoral relationships to be personal, particularly at primary level. The California-rooted Five Pillars framework gives the school a clear and consistent identity.
Points of consideration
- –The most expensive school in this Seoul guide at KRW 50.3M-59.3M annually, with a non-refundable Capital Development Fee of KRW 5M and an Enrollment Fee of KRW 3M adding to the first-year cost.
- –Songdo is 45 minutes from central Seoul. If you are not based in Songdo or western Incheon, the daily commute makes this school impractical. Confirm your home address relative to the campus before enquiring.
- –Some parent accounts mention concerns about the international/Korean-national student balance and administrative communication. Ask admissions for current enrolment breakdown figures and request to speak with existing families before committing.
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Village School (Pre-K through Grade 5) | 3 | 33,462 |
| Middle School (Grades 6-8) | 11 | 35,971 |
| Upper School (Grades 9-12) | 14 | 39,387 |
Fees converted from KRW. For the most up to date and accurate figures please double check with the school.
Additional Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application Fee (non-refundable) | 266 |
| Matriculation Fee (non-refundable after school starts) | 665 |
| Capital Development Fee (non-refundable) | 3,324 |
| Enrollment / Re-Enrollment Fee | 1,994 |
Academic Results
Academic results have not been made publicly available by this school.
Extra Curriculars
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Inspections & Accreditations
Inspection
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Accreditations
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Memberships
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Student Body
Seoul's international schools serve a diverse mix of diplomatic, corporate, and locally-based families. Contact the school for current enrolment details.
Leadership
School leadership
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