Join Our Journey

We welcome families who want to raise their children in nature and community. Admission is not about test scores, but about shared values.

Who are we looking for?

Bomulsum is a cooperative community that believes raising a child takes a village.

Natural Rhythm

Families who believe in waiting for a child's natural pace and respecting their individual growth timeline.

Open Communication

Parents who are willing to engage in honest, active dialogue with teachers and the community.

Values Cooperation

Individuals who value mutual support and community spirit over competitive academic environments.

The Process

How to Apply

1. Info Session

Attend our "Open School" briefing to hear our philosophy and see the environment firsthand.

2. Application

Submit the admission form sharing your child's history and your educational values.

3. Family Interview

A conversation with the community. For school-age children, a short "observation camp" is often required.

4. Final Decision

Following the final notification, accepted families attend an orientation to prepare for the journey.

FAQ

Common Questions

Bomulsum is an alternative education institution not accredited by the Ministry of Education as a regular school. This allows us the freedom to design our own curriculum. Students can easily obtain their official primary/middle school diploma by taking the GED (Qualification Exam).

Yes. As a cooperative community, parents attend monthly meetings, participate in parent education, and help with school maintenance. This participation is vital to our village model.

We utilize a community-managed transportation approach. Please contact us for current route details and carpooling options within Jeju-si.

Transfer is possible if there is a vacancy in the relevant age group. We recommend starting at the semester beginning to help the child adapt best.

Yes. By taking a simple qualification exam (GED), students can transfer back to mainstream schools. Our students have successfully moved on to various educational paths without difficulty.

Ready to learn more?

If you have specific questions or want to know when the next Info Session is, please contact us.

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