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Fifth international school breaks ground in Jeju English Education City
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Fifth international school breaks ground in Jeju English Education City

From Dong-A Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • A fifth international school, Fulton Science Academy Atherton (FSAA), will open in Jeju English Education City, South Korea.
  • The new STEM-focused school will accommodate 1,354 students from kindergarten to 12th grade and aims to open in August 2028.
  • The expansion is expected to increase student capacity and demand for nearby residential properties.

Jeju English Education City is set to expand its educational offerings with the groundbreaking of its fifth international school, Fulton Science Academy Atherton (FSAA). This U.S.-based institution, specializing in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education, will enroll 1,354 students from kindergarten through 12th grade, with an anticipated opening in August 2028.

The addition of FSAA brings the total number of international schools in the education city to five, joining the ranks of Korea International School Jeju, North London Collegiate School Jeju, Branksome Hall Asia, and St. Johnsbury Academy Jeju. This expansion is projected to significantly boost the student capacity within the education city and increase overall educational demand.

Consequently, interest is rising in residential properties located near the Jeju English Education City. The development is expected to benefit nearby housing complexes, as the influx of students and families will likely drive demand for housing in the area.

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Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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