Ohyun High School was founded in 1951 based on the spirit of Ohyun; unyielding courage, self-disciplined modesty, the spirit of creating the future. We have provided a core education in Jeju, South Korea even in the time of the Korean War and have more than 25,000 alumni members who are playing a key role in all kinds of field. The school motto, “What we learn should agree with what we do. (學行一致)”, centers on the life of all the teachers and students in Ohyun High School. Ohyun High School has been a symbol of excellence and integrity since its foundation in Jeju, South Korea.

 

Milestones of Ohyun High School

• 1951 – Founded and accommodated refugee students in the Korean War
• 1972 – Moved to a new school building in Hwabuk
• 2008 – Became a leading school of teacher training
• 2009 – Became a leading school of public education
• 2015 – Designated as a Science-focused school by the Ministry of Education
• 2018 – Accumulated graduate students of 25,675
• 2019 - Joined UNESCO Associated School 

Five Scholars (O-Hyun; Five Wise men) who influenced the foundation of Ohyun High School

• Choong-am, Jeong Kim: A scholar in early Joseon Dynasty
• Gyu-am, Insu Song: A scholar in mid-Joseon Dynasty
• Cheong-eum, Sangheon Kim: A scholar in Joseon Dynasty
• Dong-gye, Ohn Jeong: A scholar in mid-Joseon Dynasty
• Woo-am, Shiyeol Song: A scholar of late Joseon Dynasty