International Christian School-Pyeongtaek

What International Christian School-Pyeongtaek does

International Christian School Pyeongtaek (ICSP) is a non-profit, private K-12 Christian school located in Pyeongtaek, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea, owned and operated by the Network of International Christian Schools (NICS), a U.S.-based non-profit headquartered in Southaven, Mississippi. The school delivers a Western, English-language, Christ-centered education organized across three progressive programs: Elementary (K5 through 5th grade), Middle School (6th through 8th grade), and High School (9th through 12th grade). Enrollment is restricted to families meeting foreign-school eligibility criteria, primarily non-Korean expatriate and international families, with a typical K-5 cohort cap of 15-20 students per class and a 17-student cap in middle and high school.

ICSP's product surface is built on a U.S. curriculum framework (Common Core State Standards, Next Generation Science Standards) augmented by Advanced Placement courses, a College Board SAT testing site, English Language Development services, academic counseling, and a partnership with North Star Academy Online for supplementary high school courses. The school holds ACS WASC and ACSI accreditations and is a member of EARCOS and KAIAC, anchoring its regulatory legitimacy within Korea's foreign-school category. Its core technology footprint is modest: a Finalsite-hosted website, Google Analytics for web traffic, and the North Star Academy Online course platform.

The business model is a hybrid of recurring annual tuition and fee revenue, supplemented by a formalized donation program that accepts unrestricted and restricted gifts in both KRW and USD. A need-based Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) supports affordability for a subset of families. Distribution is direct-to-consumer: families apply online, complete MAP and WIDA assessments, and interview with principals; there are no intermediaries, no franchise model, and a single campus with bus transportation extending the catchment to Anjeong-ri, Asan/Dunpo, Songtan, and Godeok.

Name

International Christian School-Pyeongtaek

Legal name

International Christian School Pyeongtaek

Website

https://icsptk.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

International Christian School Pyeongtaek is a non-profit, single-campus K-12 Christian school in Pyeongtaek, South Korea, operated by NICS. It delivers a U.S. curriculum, Christ-centered education to expatriate and non-Korean families, funded primarily through annual tuition and donations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-12 International Christian Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110), Elementary and Secondary Schools (61111), Educational Support Services (611710)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

International/Global Curriculum Schools (IB, Cambridge, etc.) (EDAJABAG)

akta.pro secondary industry

Instructional Delivery & Pedagogy (School-Led) (EDAJAFAB)

Keywords

• K-12 Christian education
• International school services
• American curriculum programs
• College preparatory education
• Christ-centered schooling

Headquarters

HQ city

Pyeongtaek

HQ country

South Korea

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Fees: ICSP generates revenue primarily through tuition and fees for K-12 education services. The school offers a Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) based on need, available funds, and special circumstances.
2. Donations: The school accepts both general donations (unrestricted funds for overall operations) and restricted donations (designated for specific programs such as athletics). Donations can be made in Korean Won or US Dollars via bank transfer.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

International Christian School Pyeongtaek (ICSP) is a private, non-profit K-12 institution that delivers a US-based, Christ-centered education to international and expatriate families in South Korea. It operates three progressive programs — Elementary (K5-5th Grade), Middle School (6th-8th Grade), and High School (9th-12th Grade) — under the 'Known Well, Loved Well, Taught Well' educational model, supported by AP courses, academic counseling, English Language Development services, bus transportation, and child safety programs.

Product overview

International Christian School Pyeongtaek (ICSP) offers a unified K5-12th grade US-based Christian education program structured as three progressive school-level programs: Elementary (K5-5th Grade), Middle School (6th-8th Grade), and High School (9th-12th Grade). The school operates on an educational model centered on 'Known Well, Loved Well, Taught Well' principles, cultivating Identity, Character, Scholarship, and Purpose. Core academic programs include English Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Bible, supplemented by specials (Visual & Performing Arts, PE, Korean Language, Technology, Library). Add-on services include AP courses, Academic Counseling, ELD support, bus transportation, Tuition Assistance Program, and child safety services. High school requires 25 credits minimum with AP and North Star Academy Online course options for university preparation.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Elementary School Program (K5-5th Grade) Foundational education program for students ages 5-11 (K5 through 5th grade) with maximum class sizes of 15 students (Kindergarten) and 20 students (grades 1-5). Covers core subjects (English Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies, Bible) plus specials in Visual & Performing Arts, Physical Education, Korean Language, Technology, and Library.
• Middle School Program (6th-8th Grade) Adolescent-focused program for grades 6-8 with safe, welcoming classroom cultures and a maximum class size of 17 students. Core subjects include English Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Bible, with electives in Physical Education, Art, Music, Computer Applications, Success Skills, and Forensics.
• High School Program (9th-12th Grade) Four-year university-preparatory program requiring a minimum of 25 credits for graduation. Includes AP courses, North Star Academy Online course options, and comprehensive college counseling and academic advising services.
• Academic Counseling Services Comprehensive counseling including academic advising (individual and small group), university and career planning, academic improvement blocks with weekly support, SAT preparation as an official testing site, and portfolio building for university applications.
• English Language Development (ELD) Services Language support for elementary students delivered via pull-out and push-in instruction by licensed ELD teachers, with placement determined through the WIDA Model assessment.
• Bus Transportation Services Third-party bus transportation covering Anjeong-ri, Asan/Dunpo, Songtan, and Godeok routes for student commute.
• Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) Need-based financial assistance program based on available funds and special circumstances to help qualifying families with tuition costs.
• Child Safety and Protection Services Child safeguarding program delivered through CSPN membership, including a safety team, reporting flowcharts, an online concern form, and comprehensive training for staff and volunteers.
• Admissions Application Process Admissions pathway including online application, MAP and WIDA assessments, principal interviews, and review of prior school records, managed by the Admissions Officer.

Quantifiable outcome

• Small class sizes: 15 students max in Kindergarten, 20 students max in grades 1-5, 17 students max in middle and high school
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Network of International Christian Schools (NICS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerICSP is owned and operated by NICS, a non-profit organization based in Southaven, Mississippi committed to 'reaching the world for Christ through international Christian education.' NICS provides operational support, brand affiliation, and teacher recruitment pipelines for member schools.
• Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerACSI is a non-profit organization committed to strengthening Christian schools and equipping Christian educators worldwide as they prepare students academically and inspire them to become devoted followers of Jesus Christ.
• Accrediting Commission for Schools, Western Association of Schools and Colleges (ACS WASC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerACS WASC is a world-renowned accrediting association, one of six regional accrediting agencies in the United States, working with the Office of Overseas Schools under the U.S. Department of State. WASC accreditation validates the school's academic quality.
• Child Safety and Protection Network (CSPN)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCSPN is a collaborative network of mission agencies, faith-based NGOs and international Christian schools intentionally and strategically addressing issues of child safety. Its mission is to connect, educate, and protect through effective child safety programmes.
• Korean-American Interscholastic Activities Conference (KAIAC)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerKAIAC is a non-profit unincorporated organization created to provide a well-rounded program of interscholastic activities for its member schools, including athletics and academic competitions.
• East Asia Regional Council of Schools (EARCOS)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEARCOS is an organization of 158 member schools in East Asia with over 132,000 K4 to 12th grade students. Membership provides networking and professional development opportunities.
• College BoardminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollege Board administers the AP program, PSAT, and SAT. ICSP is an AP testing center and SAT testing site, allowing students to take college readiness assessments in a familiar environment.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Seoul Foreign School: Long-established British-based international school in Seoul serving K-12 students from expatriate families. Comparable in mission, target segment, and accreditation standing (CIS, WASC).
• Taejon Christian International School: Christian international K-12 school in Daejeon serving expatriate and Korean families with ACSI and WASC accreditations. Comparable in faith-based mission and enrollment qualification structure.
• Yongsan International School of Seoul: Private Christian international school in Seoul serving military and expatriate families with US-standard K-12 education. Directly comparable in faith-based mission and US military family target segment.
• Beijing International Christian School: Another NICS-affiliated international Christian school in China offering US K-12 education. Comparable under shared NICS framework, faith-based positioning, and accreditation profile.
• International Christian School Vienna: NICS-affiliated Christian international school in Vienna, Austria offering US curriculum to missionary and expatriate families. Comparable under shared NICS operating model and faith-based K-12 mission.
• Faith Academy: NICS-affiliated international Christian K-12 school in the Philippines offering US-standard education to missionary, expatriate, and local families. Closest comparable peer given shared NICS operating framework and faith-based positioning.
• Busan International Foreign School: Another NICS-operated international Christian school in South Korea offering K-12 US curriculum to foreign families. Direct sister-school comparison under common ownership and operating model.
• Seoul International School: Private non-profit K-12 international school in South Korea offering US-based curriculum to expatriate and Korean families. Directly comparable in mission, target segment, and accreditation profile (WASC), though larger in scale.
• Korea International School (KIS): Large private K-12 international school in Pyeongtaek area serving expatriate and Korean families with US-based curriculum and IB/AP programs. Closest direct competitor geographically and demographically.

Others

• Network of International Christian Schools (NICS): Parent organization that owns and operates ICSP and a portfolio of international Christian schools globally. Relevant as the ecosystem provider and operating platform rather than a direct competitor.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@icspcampuslife
• Facebookfacebook.com/icsptk
• Instagraminstagram.com/icspyeongtaek
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/international-christian-school-pyeongtaek

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about International Christian School-Pyeongtaek