| <colbgcolor=#F6A531><colcolor=white> WCA Westminster Collegiate Academy | |
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| Established | 2012 …Month… …Day… (14th anniversary) |
| Motto | Success Through Education |
| Type | International School |
| Gender | Coeducational |
| Campus | Building A (K–6), Building B (7–12), Building C (Art, Chinese, PE) |
| Founder | Woo Jong-woo |
| Principal | Ash Dean |
| Vice Principal | Trevor Goodwin |
| Head Teacher | Secondary: Charles Birkett |
| Symbol | Owl |
| Language | English |
| Second Language | Chinese |
| Operation Type | Private |
| Students | Approx. 100 |
| Faculty | Approx. 30 |
| Address | 179-5 Juam-dong, Gwacheon-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea |
[Table of Contents]
1. Overview
WCA (Westminster Collegiate Academy) is a K–12 international school located in South Korea, providing a continuous educational program from kindergarten through Grade 12 based on the Canadian curriculum. The school aims to develop essential 21st-century skills, including critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and communication, enabling students to adapt effectively to a rapidly changing global environment.
In addition to academic achievement, WCA emphasizes holistic development, including character, responsibility, and a sense of community. Through a balanced combination of academic and extracurricular activities, the school promotes well-rounded student growth.
Furthermore, WCA has obtained international accreditation from recognized educational organizations, ensuring the quality and credibility of its academic programs and institutional operations. Within this structured learning environment, students are guided to develop the competencies and qualities necessary to become responsible global citizens.
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2. Accreditation
WCA operates a full K–12 program from kindergarten through Grade 12, offering a structured curriculum designed to support continuous and progressive learning. This system minimizes gaps between grade levels and allows for long-term academic development and planning.
WCA is accredited by several internationally recognized organizations. Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS) is a highly regarded accrediting body based in the United States that evaluates schools based on curriculum quality, institutional management, and student performance.
Additionally, the National Council for Private School Accreditation (NCPSA) assesses private schools to ensure they maintain appropriate academic standards and institutional effectiveness.
Finally, Accreditation International evaluates educational institutions worldwide according to international standards, indicating that WCA meets global expectations in education quality.
Through its comprehensive K–12 system and multiple accreditations, WCA demonstrates a strong commitment to educational excellence, transparency, and global competitiveness.
3. WCA Athletics
WCA’s athletic program is organized into elementary, middle, and high school divisions, providing structured sports opportunities appropriate for each level. These programs help students develop physical ability, teamwork, responsibility, and leadership skills.
The main sports offered include:
- Basketball
- Soccer