SOKCHO
About
HCIS
Hillside Collegiate is an international education brand with 40 campuses across South Korea, offering a kindergarten program for ages 5-7 called "Hillside Collegiate Junior" and a K-12 program, HCIS (Hillside Collegiate International S.)
"Hillside Collegiate Junior" provides a globally certified curriculum taught entirely in English by native speakers, focusing on effective English acquisition and holistic education through creative integration, project-based learning, and individualized instruction.
HCIS Sokcho is accredited by three prestigious organizations: U.S. Ai, NCPSA, and MSA-CESS. We offer regular courses from KG to G6 and are currently operational.
Welcome Message
Greetings parents and students! Welcome to Hillside Collegiate Sokcho - SIS Canada Inc. located in Sokcho of Gangwon-do, South Korea. At Hillside Collegiate Sokcho we are proud of the unique opportunity we provide for students to enjoy a supportive and challenging global education experience.
Hillside Collegiate Sokcho is an international educational institution that follows the North American curriculum, catering to students from Kinder to Grade 6. We are certified as a global standard educational institution by the U.S. Accreditation International (Ai), National Council for Private School Accreditation (NCPSA), and Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (MSA-CESS).
Through the teaching of a North American-based curriculum at Hillside Collegiate Sokcho students acquire the knowledge, skills and attitudes that are necessary for success in the 21st century. Our students acquire exemplary English language skills while exploring a wide-ranging curriculum offered in a student-centered atmosphere dedicated to achieving excellence in academic, social and emotional learning.
Hillside Collegiate Sokcho prides itself on having a fully certified teaching staff; where each teacher is encouraged to bring their unique backgrounds into our school community and classroom environments. Yet our staff are united in a singular aim: to deliver the best education possible to every student. With our small class sizes and caring approach Hillside Collegiate Sokcho ensures that this aim is met by regularly checking in with each student to be sure they are feeling supported and are on track with their learning.
Whether you are Korean or International, every student is invited to come and join the positive learning community established here at Hillside Collegiate Sokcho. I look forward to welcoming the parents and students into our educational community.
Head of Instruction
Joy J. Park
Vision and Mission
Our Vision
Where children grow into ethical citizens with an entrepreneurial spirit, through education that engages them in innovative thinking.
Our Mission
Leadership
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Students believe in themselves to achieve their full potential.
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Students learn to inspire others to make a difference for all of society through passion, perseverance, and learning.
Emotional Intelligence
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Students understand their feelings and emotions, as well as those of others.
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They have empathy for others and nurture friendships.
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Students learn to accept criticism and take responsibility.
Growth Mindset
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Students develop talents and abilities by taking an active role in their learning.
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Their thoughts and beliefs are used for personal improvement.
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With hard work and commitment, they have an impact on themselves and their environment.
Digital Citizenship
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Students are nurtured to be contributing citizens in a changing global digital society.
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Through digital literacy, students live and act with integrity and compassion, both online and offline.
Our Motto
“Head, hands and heart, passion and potential”
“Head, hands and heart, finding Your Future and Inspiring the World”
Mission Statement
To cultivate in students, 21st-century skills that will enable them to become competent problem solvers, critical thinkers and digital learners.
To provide experiences within a multi-cultural environment that will develop lifelong learners who collaborate, respect cultural diversity and demonstrate an understanding and tolerance of others.
Our History
HCIS Sokcho began as a small school with a big vision. Overcoming numerous challenges along the way, we have grown and achieved many remarkable successes, shaping the lives of countless students. Our commitment to excellence has led us to become a thriving community that nurtures and inspires. And this is just the start. Explore the page below to learn more about our story and how we’ve come to be.
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Accreditation
Hillside Collegiate Sokcho has been fully accredited as a global standard educational institution by the U.S.
Our educational institution has been accredited as a global standard by three prestigious organizations: U.S. Ai (Accreditation International), NCPSA (National Council for Private School Accreditation), and MSA-CESS (Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools). We offer regular courses for kindergarten (KG) students up to elementary school level (G1 to 6). We are currently operating this institution.
힐사이드컬리지잇속초는 세계 최고의 북미커리큘럼에 기반을 둔 K-6 글로벌 스탠다드 국제 교육기관입니다. 미국 Ai(Accreditation International), NCPSA(National Council for Private School Accreditation) 및 MSA-CESS(Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools)로부터 글로벌 스탠다드 교육기관 인증을 받고 유치과정 KG에서 초등과정G1~6까지 정규과정을 운영하고 있습니다.
Here is a link to Ai Accreditation to learn more about that accreditation body.
AI assures the educational quality of schools and plans for continuous school improvement to increase student learning, by recognizing that Accreditation in Education is for Quality Assurance, Continuous Planning, and Education Development for Students, Parents, and Nations. Accredited schools receive both national and international accreditation.
National Council for Private School Accreditation (NCPSA),
a US based international accreditation agency dedicated to accrediting private schools nationally and internationally, in addition NCPSA also accredits 17 external accrediting agencies.
MSA-CESS is a worldwide leader in accreditation and school improvement. With over 125 years of operation, MSA-CESS has been helping school establish and reach their goals, develop strategic plans, promote staff development and advance student achievement.