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Full-scale Launch of Myeongji International School Royal Russell School
The establishment of the Busan International School is progressing in earnest. The Royal Russell School Busan Campus, located in the Myeongji district of Gangseo-gu, has completed its building permit, accelerating the project.
This project holds significant meaning as the first foreign educational institution in the southeast region and is expected to contribute to creating a global educational environment and laying the foundation for attracting foreign investment.
The city of Busan has completed the announcement of the implementation plan modification for the Myeongji district and plans to strengthen administrative support with the goal of starting construction in September 2026 and opening in August 2028. This is a key project in the promises of the 8th elected term, aimed at developing the West Busan area into a hub for cultivating global talent.
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Overview of Royal Russell Busan Campus
The newly established campus will be a global learning space based on the educational philosophy of Royal Russell School, a famous private school in the UK.
This school, with over 170 years of history, has earned a reputation for operating the International Baccalaureate (IB) and global curriculum.
Key information about the Busan campus is as follows.
The location is 3638 Myeongji-dong, Gangseo-gu, covering a site area of 29,553㎡.
The building consists of 6 blocks, with one basement floor and four above-ground floors.
The total floor area is 19,286㎡, capable of accommodating 1,350 students from kindergarten to middle school.
The project cost is approximately 174.9 billion won, and future expansion to include high school programs is planned.
The educational infrastructure will include a faculty building, administrative building, multi-purpose auditorium, swimming pool, and plans to create a world-class learning environment.
Progress and Timeline
The construction of the Royal Russell School Busan Campus is progressing through a long preparation process.
In July 2021, a co-prosperity agreement was signed between Busan City, the Economic Administration, and LH, and in December, an agreement was made regarding the establishment and operation. Subsequently, the feasibility study is expected to be completed in July 2024, and a task force from related agencies will be formed in December.
In February 2026, changes to the implementation plan and the building permit are planned to be completed.
The future timetable is clearly outlined. Construction is set to begin in September 2026, with completion in June 2028 and opening in August. The city of Busan is aiming to minimize delays in the project through coordination of licensing procedures and strengthening administrative support.
Expectations for West Busan Education Hub
The Royal Russell School Busan Campus is not just the establishment of an educational institution, but is being established as a strategically important project. It is expected to serve as a key infrastructure for foreign companies and global talents to settle in Busan.
The city of Busan evaluates this as "an important asset for enhancing global competitiveness" and has expressed its commitment to establishing a world-class educational environment. In fact, an international school is closely related to attracting foreign investment, and a quality educational environment plays a crucial role in determining living conditions.
In the West Busan area, especially in the Myeongji International New Town and Busan Jin-hae Free Economic Zone, various large-scale development projects such as Eco Delta City and the new Gadeokdo Airport are already underway. With the addition of the Busan International School, the potential for growth into a complex global cluster that integrates education, industry, and residency has significantly increased. This development will be a critical turning point that brightens Busan's future.
Significance of Busan International School
The construction of the Royal Russell School Busan Campus extends beyond simple expansion of educational facilities. It will position Busan as a city with international schools, making it an important asset for enhancing the city’s competitiveness. With the completion of the building permit, the project has now entered the implementation phase.
If construction begins in September 2026 and the opening in August 2028 proceeds without delay, the Myeongji district is expected to rise as a global educational hub in the southeast region. The successful operation of the Busan International School is anticipated to have a positive impact in various aspects, including attracting foreign investment, increasing real estate values in West Busan, and influx of companies.
Therefore, continuous monitoring of the progress of future projects and plans for high school expansion is essential.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. What is the location and size of the Royal Russell School Busan Campus being established in Busan?
It will be built at 3638 Myeongji-dong, Gangseo-gu, with a site area of 29,553㎡, 6 blocks, and a total floor area of 19,286㎡.
The Royal Russell School Busan Campus is located at 3638 Myeongji-dong, Gangseo-gu, with a site area of 29,553㎡. The building will consist of 6 blocks from one basement floor to four above-ground floors, with a total floor area of 19,286㎡. The school is designed to accommodate approximately 1,350 students from kindergarten through middle school. In addition, it will feature world-class educational infrastructure including a faculty building, administrative building, multi-purpose auditorium, and swimming pool, with future plans for high school expansion.
Q. What is the schedule and progress for the establishment of the Royal Russell School Busan Campus?
Scheduled to start construction in September 2026 and open in August 2028, with administrative support being strengthened.
The establishment of the Royal Russell School Busan Campus began with a co-prosperity agreement between Busan City, the Economic Administration, and LH in July 2021. A feasibility study will be completed in July 2024, and a task force from related agencies will be established in December. In February 2026, changes to the implementation plan and building permit will be completed, with construction starting in September 2026, completion scheduled for June 2028, and opening in August. The city of Busan aims to minimize project delays through streamlined licensing procedures and enhanced administrative support.
Q. What significance does the Royal Russell School Busan Campus hold for Busan and the southeast region?
It contributes to establishing a global educational environment and basis for foreign investment as the first foreign educational institution in the Southeast region.
The Royal Russell School Busan Campus is the first foreign educational institution in the southeast region, aiming to create an international educational environment in Busan. The establishment of this school plays a crucial role in attracting foreign investment and improving living conditions. It is a strategic project aimed at developing West Busan as a hub for global talent cultivation. Along with the Myeongji International New Town and the Busan Jin-hae Free Economic Zone, the school is expected to contribute to enhancing Busan's future competitiveness as a global cluster integrating education, industry, and residency, alongside major development projects like Eco Delta City and the new Gadeokdo Airport.
Q. What are the educational programs and features of the Royal Russell School Busan Campus?
It operates based on the 170-year tradition of British educational philosophy, offering an International Baccalaureate and global curriculum.
The Busan campus is based on the educational philosophy of Royal Russell School, which has over 170 years of tradition in British private education. By providing the International Baccalaureate (IB) and global curriculum, it aims to support students with world-class educational opportunities, thus preparing them to become global talents.
Q. How does Busan City support the establishment of the Royal Russell School Busan Campus?
Actively supports project progress through implementation plan changes, building permit completion, and enhanced administrative support.
Busan City has completed the announcement of changes to the implementation plan for the Myeongji district and has finalized the building permit to accelerate the project. As one of the key projects of the 8th elected term, the city is focusing on administrative support to streamline licensing procedures and minimize project delays. It is also collaborating with related agencies to ensure planned and systematic progress through feasibility studies and task force formation.
