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Before you start at a school

Check these before you enrol in a Korean school or move to another one.

Last reviewed 20 September 2026

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Grade placement and required documents differ by region and school. Confirm with the district education office where you live.

Rights information this checklist is based on

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  • School & Education

    I want to enrol in a Korean school

    Young people living in Korea can attend school regardless of nationality or visa status. How you enrol depends on your age and previous schooling.

Where you can get help

  • Rainbow Youth Center for Migrant Youth

    Area: NationwideEducation & schoolMental health

    How they can help

    A specialist centre supporting migrant-background youth with study, careers, Korean language and counselling.

    Languages
    Korean
    Opening hours
    Weekdays 09:00-18:00
    02-733-7587 Website

    rainbowyouth.or.kr

    What to say once the call connects
    • “Hello. I'm calling because I'd like some advice about something.”
    • “My Korean isn't very good. Can I still get advice?”
    • “Can young people get advice here too?”
    • “Is there anything I can do? What should I prepare?”

    These are examples only. Please follow the organisation's own instructions.

    Last reviewed 6 September 2026

  • Danuri Call Center 1577-1366

    Emergency line

    Area: NationwideFamilyViolence & safety

    How they can help

    A 24-hour multilingual call center for migrants, covering daily-life questions and violence support.

    Languages
    Korean · English · Chinese · Vietnamese · other languages
    Opening hours
    24 hours
    1577-1366 Website

    liveinkorea.kr

    What to say once the call connects
    • “Hello. I'm calling because I'd like some advice about something.”
    • “Can I get advice in English, Chinese, Vietnamese?”
    • “Can young people get advice here too?”
    • “Is there anything I can do? What should I prepare?”

    These are examples only. Please follow the organisation's own instructions.

    Last reviewed 6 September 2026

  • Local Family Center (Multicultural Family Support)

    Area: NationwideLocal centresFamilyEducation & school

    How they can help

    Local centres offering Korean lessons, interpretation and study support. On the Family Center portal (familynet), choose your city or province to see nearby centres and their contact details.

    1577-9337 Find one near you

    familynet.or.kr

    What to say once the call connects
    • “Hello. I'm calling because I'd like some advice about something.”
    • “My Korean isn't very good. Can I still get advice?”
    • “Can young people get advice here too?”
    • “Is there anything I can do? What should I prepare?”

    These are examples only. Please follow the organisation's own instructions.

    Last reviewed 16 September 2026

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