Dulwich Seoul Students Win ‘Top in Korea’ Awards
Dulwich College Seoul is proud to celebrate two outstanding students whose exceptional achievements have been recognised in the 2025 Pearson Edexcel Outstanding Learner Awards.
Ella C received the ‘Highest Mark in the Republic of Korea’ award for History, and Kunho J received the ‘Highest Mark in the Republic of Korea’ award for Spanish. These distinctions place them among the very best IGCSE students nationwide, reflecting their diligence, passion, and intellectual curiosity.
A Word from Their Teachers
I was so happy for Ella when I heard she finished first in Korea for History. The result reflects her diligence; she reads attentively, thinks before she writes, and holds the whole picture in view. In her study of Roosevelt’s America or the uneasy balance of Weimar, she showed both breadth and real flair. A remarkable Historian and one with few peers in my years of teaching the subject. It is a distinction earned and not bestowed.
Kunho’s achievement in Spanish is a testament to his dedication. This did not start at the beginning of the IGCSE course in Year 10, but when he first started learning Spanish in Year 8. Throughout the two-year IGCSE course, Kunho consistently strove towards producing more complex Spanish and regularly sought feedback. His result, of ‘Highest mark in Republic of Korea’, is a demonstration of not only language talent, but of perseverance, drive, and an unwavering commitment to aim higher.
A Reflection of Our Core Values
At Dulwich College Seoul, Excellence is one of our core values, and both Ella and Kunho exemplify this through their commitment, perseverance, and intellectual curiosity. Their achievements speak to the high standards they set for themselves and the passion they bring to their studies.
Alongside his academic success in Spanish, Kunho also serves as our Head Student for Excellence in the Senior School, helping to promote this value across the student body. Ella, a House Leader, embodies the same spirit of leadership and collaboration that enriches our College community. Together, they reflect the best of what it means to Live Worldwise.
About the Awards
Each year, Pearson presents the Outstanding Learner Awards to celebrate the highest levels of academic achievement worldwide. The Highest Mark in the Republic of Korea award recognises students who achieve the top national score in their subject, representing excellence, commitment, and exceptional understanding of their field.
A Tradition of Academic Excellence
These achievements continue Dulwich College Seoul’s long-standing tradition of academic excellence at IGCSE and beyond. Our Senior School students consistently demonstrate the intellectual curiosity, creativity, and resilience that define the Dulwich Difference.
We are immensely proud of Ella and Kunho for their remarkable accomplishments, which exemplify our College values and inspire others across our community. We look forward to seeing all they will continue to achieve as they progress through their IB studies.
Celebrating 15 Years of Excellence in IB Education
As Dulwich College Seoul marks 15 Years of Excellence, we are proud to be recognised as the top IB school in Seoul and among the Top 100 IB schools worldwide, ranked 61st globally.
The Class of 2025 achieved an outstanding average IB Diploma score of 36.5, far above the global average of 30.58, with a 100% pass rate and 21% of students scoring 40 points or higher. These results reflect the exceptional commitment of our students, teachers, and families—and affirm Dulwich College Seoul’s place among the world’s leading IB schools.
Through the IB Diploma Programme, our students develop curiosity, compassion, and critical thought, preparing them to thrive at the world’s top universities and beyond.
Discover how your child can achieve IB success at Dulwich College Seoul.
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