Compare Australian Curriculum International Schools in Vietnam

Instructs in English

Ages 2 - 18 years

Fees ₫68,500,000 - 290,000,000

Pupils 790

Type Co-educational, Online/Hybrid

ABC International School (ABCIS) operates two campuses in Ho Chi Minh City: Trung Son and Nha Be. It delivers the British Curriculum in English for ages 2–18, starting with EYFS, then the English National Curriculum in Primary with Vietnamese from Year 1, and secondary study with French and Chinese. The Secondary programme leads to International GCSEs in Years 10–11 and International AS/A‑Levels in Years 12–13, with AP available. The school is recognised by the UK government. Facilities at Trung Son include air‑conditioned classrooms, a library, a music room, a sleep room, and a dining hall, plus interactive screens and iPads. Nha Be features a 25‑metre pool, a 4G football pitch, an indoor gym and fitness centre, and specialist spaces for Food Tech, Design Tech, ICT, Art and Music, plus a Recording Studio, a 400‑seat theatre, and a 100‑seat auditorium. The ECA programme offers over 80 weekly activities, including Model United Nations, the International Award, and a house system.

Location

The ABC International School (ABCIS) operates in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, with two campuses: Trung Son Campus in Binh Hung Commune, Binh Chanh District, and Nha Be Campus in Nha Be Commune. The Trung Son Campus is located at 152-158 No.1 Street, KDC Trung Son, Binh Hung, Binh Chanh District. The Nha Be Campus is located at No. 2, Street No. 9, KDC Tan An Huy, Nha Be Commune. The campuses are in southern Ho Chi Minh City and provide English-medium instruction within the British curriculum framework.

Stages

ABCIS serves learners aged 3 to 18, encompassing Early Years, Primary, and Secondary. The Trung Son Campus serves 2–7 years old (Early Years/KS1) and the Nha Be Campus serves 8–18 years old, with the overall school range noted as three to 18 years in the broader overview.

Type

The ABCIS is an international day school and is non-denominational. There are no boarding facilities published for any year groups.

Additional learning support

The school does not provide formal Special Educational Needs (SEN) support; students with learning difficulties are considered on an individual basis and admission decisions are final based on the school's capacity to support the student.

Country affiliation

There is no formal country affiliation; the school is a Vietnam-based international school that delivers the English National Curriculum.

Religious affiliation

Non-denominational; the school has no religious affiliation.

School day structure

The 2025–2026 academic calendar shows term start dates and indicates that some term ends finish at 12:00 noon. For example, End of Term 2 and End of Term 5 finish at 12:00 noon, and Term 1 begins on August 8, 2025.

Bus service

ABCIS offers a school bus service; admission materials include a School Bus Liability Form (optional) and a Code of Transportation Form (Secondary Only). Buses are supervised by an adult bus monitor and safety rules apply on transport.

Uniform Requirement

Uniforms are mandatory and designed for Southern Vietnam's tropical climate. Primary pupils wear green shorts or skirts with a white polo shirt; secondary pupils wear green shorts, trousers, or skirts with a white polo shirt, and Years 12–13 wear white shirts with formal black or beige trousers or skirts; PE and swimming uniforms are also compulsory. Some uniform items are included in tuition fees, with additional pieces available to purchase, and students must wear a hat during playtime; the school cap costs VND 100,000.

Food Options

ABCIS operates a whole-school canteen and a separate KS5 canteen to serve meals for students. The Nha Be campus includes a Food Technology room to support practical food education.

House System

The ABCIS uses a four-house system with Dalat Dragons, Hanoi Hornets, Mekong Monsters and Saigon Serpents. Students take part in house competitions and earn house points across sports and academic activities, reinforcing belonging and leadership.

Governance and Ownership

The ABC International School is part of Galaxy Education and Training Ltd.

Registration and Application Fees

- Registration Fee (one-off, non-refundable): amount varies by year group. Parents pay the registration fee when an offer of a place is made; the fee is paid once but is upgraded as the student moves to higher year groups (the difference must be paid on move-up). Example: moving from Nursery to Reception requires an additional VND 9,500,000 to make up the difference.

Refundable Deposit

- Refundable Deposit: a refundable deposit applies for Primary and Secondary year groups (VND 22,000,000 for most Primary and VND 22,000,000 for Secondary), while for several Early Years categories the deposit is listed as not payable. Exact refundable-deposit amounts or 'not payable' status are listed per year group below.

Tuition fees by year group (School Year 2025–2026) — annual and per-instalment amounts

Early Years
- Pre-Nursery (Half day)
- Registration Fee: VND 14,500,000
- Refundable Deposit: Not payable
- Annual Tuition Fee: VND 187,000,000
- Instalment (one of 3): VND 68,500,000

- Pre-Nursery (Full day)
- Registration Fee: VND 14,500,000
- Refundable Deposit: Not payable
- Annual Tuition Fee: VND 310,000,000
- Instalment (one of 3): VND 113,500,000

- Nursery (Half day)
- Registration Fee: VND 14,500,000
- Refundable Deposit: Not payable
- Annual Tuition Fee: VND 187,000,000
- Instalment (one of 3): VND 68,500,000

- Nursery (Full day)
- Registration Fee: VND 14,500,000
- Refundable Deposit: Not payable
- Annual Tuition Fee: VND 310,000,000
- Instalment (one of 3): VND 113,500,000

- Reception
- Registration Fee: VND 24,000,000
- Refundable Deposit: Not payable
- Annual Tuition Fee: VND 367,500,000
- Instalment (one of 3): VND 134,750,000

Primary
- Year 1
- Registration Fee: VND 24,000,000
- Refundable Deposit: VND 22,000,000
- Annual Tuition Fee: VND 503,500,000
- Instalment (one of 3): VND 184,600,000

- Year 2
- Registration Fee: VND 24,000,000
- Refundable Deposit: VND 22,000,000
- Annual Tuition Fee: VND 503,500,000
- Instalment (one of 3): VND 184,600,000

- Year 3
- Registration Fee: VND 29,000,000
- Refundable Deposit: VND 22,000,000
- Annual Tuition Fee: VND 579,800,000
- Instalment (one of 3): VND 212,600,000

- Year 4
- Registration Fee: VND 29,000,000
- Refundable Deposit: VND 22,000,000
- Annual Tuition Fee: VND 579,800,000
- Instalment (one of 3): VND 212,600,000

- Year 5
- Registration Fee: VND 29,000,000
- Refundable Deposit: VND 22,000,000
- Annual Tuition Fee: VND 598,000,000
- Instalment (one of 3): VND 219,200,000

- Year 6
- Registration Fee: VND 29,000,000
- Refundable Deposit: VND 22,000,000
- Annual Tuition Fee: VND 598,000,000
- Instalment (one of 3): VND 219,200,000

Secondary
- Year 7
- Registration Fee: VND 38,400,000
- Refundable Deposit: VND 22,000,000
- Annual Tuition Fee: VND 693,000,000
- Instalment (one of 3): VND 254,000,000

- Year 8
- Registration Fee: VND 38,400,000
- Refundable Deposit: VND 22,000,000
- Annual Tuition Fee: VND 693,000,000
- Instalment (one of 3): VND 254,000,000

- Year 9
- Registration Fee: VND 38,400,000
- Refundable Deposit: VND 22,000,000
- Annual Tuition Fee: VND 693,000,000
- Instalment (one of 3): VND 254,000,000

- Year 10
- Registration Fee: VND 38,400,000
- Refundable Deposit: VND 22,000,000
- Annual Tuition Fee: VND 758,000,000
- Instalment (one of 3): VND 278,000,000

- Year 11
- Registration Fee: VND 38,400,000
- Refundable Deposit: VND 22,000,000
- Annual Tuition Fee: VND 758,000,000
- Instalment (one of 3): VND 278,000,000

- Year 12
- Registration Fee: VND 38,400,000
- Refundable Deposit: VND 22,000,000
- Annual Tuition Fee: VND 790,500,000
- Instalment (one of 3): VND 290,000,000

- Year 13
- Registration Fee: VND 38,400,000
- Refundable Deposit: VND 22,000,000
- Annual Tuition Fee: VND 790,500,000
- Instalment (one of 3): VND 290,000,000

All the numeric fee figures above and the per-instalment amounts are those published for the School Year 2025–2026.

What the tuition covers and what it excludes

- Tuition fee inclusions: uniforms, lunch, and insurance are included within the tuition fee; specific uniform items provided vary by year group (e.g., Pre-Nursery/Nursery receive five sets of uniform—three sets for half-day—plus cap, cardigan, house T-shirt and folder; older year groups receive the list appropriate to their phase).

- Tuition fee exclusions: residential school trips and visits, instrumental (private) music lessons, and school buses are charged separately. Examination fees for public Cambridge examinations are charged in addition to tuition (IGCSE: VND 4,800,000 per subject; AS/A2: VND 5,500,000 per subject). Exam fees are non-refundable.

Uniform and other additional costs

- Where extra uniform pieces or replacements are required, items are available for purchase with published prices (examples): ABCIS Girls T-Shirt VND 170,000–200,000 depending on size, PE T-shirt VND 140,000, cardigan VND 330,000–370,000, school cap VND 100,000, swimsuits from VND 290,000–350,000, and other items listed with individual prices. Students in Nursery–Year 2 require a school bag available from the school for VND 100,000. These uniform-item prices are charged separately when purchased.

Discounts and reductions

- Sibling Discount: 15% off tuition fees for the second, third or fourth child enrolled from the same family.
- Loyalty Discount: 5% off tuition fees for students enrolled for at least three consecutive full academic years (applies where sibling discount does not).
- Maximum discount cap: no individual pupil may receive more than 15% discount except scholarship winners.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Payment cadence: Fees can be paid either annually in one lump sum or by three instalments.
- Annual-payment reduction: Annual lump-sum payment is approximately 10% cheaper than paying by instalments; to qualify the annual payment must be received on or before 1 August 2025 for the 2025–2026 year.
- Instalment due dates for 2025–2026 are:
- First instalment: on or before 1 August 2025
- Second instalment: on or before 5 November 2025
- Third instalment: on or before 4 March 2026
- Late payment: any late payment after 15 working days will attract a penalty surcharge of 5% added to the outstanding balance.
- Non-payment: the school reserves the right to refuse admission or continued attendance for non-payment of tuition fees.

Refunds and deposit returns

- Tuition fee refund on withdrawal: a parent/guardian must submit notice of withdrawal by the published deadline to be eligible for a partial refund. For the 2025–2026 academic year the published refund rules are:
- Departure date November 5, 2025 — notice on or before September 4, 2025: refund = Annual Fee minus 1 instalment
- Departure date March 4, 2026 — notice on or before November 21, 2025: refund = Annual Fee minus 2 instalments
- Any time after March 4, 2026: no refund
- There is no refund for any part of a single paid fee term instalment.

- Refundable deposit return: deposit refunds follow set notice-and-refund dates; for 2025–2026 the published schedule links the departure day, the latest date to give notice and the date the deposit will be refunded (example: for a November 5, 2025 departure, notice must be given on or before September 4, 2025 and the deposit refund date is November 5, 2025).

Examination and specialist charges

- IGCSE examination charge: VND 4,800,000 per subject.
- AS and A2 examination charge: VND 5,500,000 per subject.
- The school may apply additional charges for specialist materials in practical subjects where such materials are outside the normal curriculum (charges are applied in addition to exam fees and tuition). Exam fees are non-refundable.

Boarding

- Boarding is not offered; The ABC International School operates as a day school and does not publish boarding provisions or boarding fees. Parents should treat all fee items above as day-school fees.

Fee payment channels and contact for payments

- The published fee information specifies payment frequency (annual or three instalments) and due dates but does not list detailed payment channels (e.g., bank-account details or card payment options) in the public fee schedule. Parents arrange fee payment with the school office using the school's admissions/contact channels (office@theabcis.com, +84 (0)28 7308 1828).

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The ABC International School provides Social and Emotional Learning through an extensive PSHE programme focused on health and well-being, and a school counsellor who leads wellbeing workshops for students.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school uses a Support for Learning policy with early identification, the Assess-Plan-Do-Review (APDR) cycle, Waves of Support (Wave 1 Quality First Teaching; Wave 2 Targeted Interventions; Wave 3 External Specialist Support), and Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students on the SEND register; admission may be declined if the school cannot provide the necessary support, and English as an Additional Language (EAL) is not treated as a SEN.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

EAL is not in itself a special educational need; EAL learners require time to develop English proficiency and receive high-quality teaching to support language development, with progress monitored across languages to determine if further assessment is needed.

Mental Wellbeing

Mental wellbeing is supported by The ABC Well-Being and Mental Health Policy, which includes a PSHE-based health and well-being curriculum, a school counsellor delivering workshops, staff well-being initiatives such as a Staff Welfare group, and a formal referral process via Heads of Year.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding and child protection are governed by the Child Protection Policy, with safeguarding regarded as the responsibility of all staff and concerns referred to the Safeguarding Lead through the school's safeguarding processes.

Admissions

1. Schedule a visit to the school. To begin, you should complete the inquiry form so a member of the Admissions Team can contact you, and you may also call the school to arrange a visit. The school provides a form online to request a visit, and staff will follow up to set up a time that fits your schedule. This initial contact is the first step toward arranging the entrance assessments and interview.

2. Prepare for and undergo entrance assessments and an interview. A decision on admission is made after the candidate completes entrance assessments and an interview with a member of the Senior Management Team. Interviews must be arranged in advance through the office administration. The interview evaluates educational ability, English language proficiency, and experience across curriculum areas; if a class is full, your child's name may be placed on a waiting list and you will be informed if a place becomes available.

3. Submit required documents and complete the admission form. If you secure an interview, you are expected to answer questions and complete an admission form during the process, including signing a declaration accepting school rules, regulations, and policies. To request an admission interview, you must provide a completed application form, the most recent school report, a copy of the student's passport or birth certificate (Vietnamese nationals), and one photograph. After a placement offer is made, additional documents are required (see Step 4).

4. Accept an offer and finalize placement. When a placement offer is made, parents/guardians have one week to complete all necessary documentation and pay the required fees to secure the place. Late responses or payments may result in the place being offered to another student. Following a placement offer, the school requires documents such as the Home School Agreement, Internet and Mobile Usage Agreement, Vaccination Record, and other forms (IGCSE/A Level Option Form for Year 10+, Code of Transportation for Secondary).

5. Understand placement criteria and policy requirements. Students are placed primarily by age, but other factors such as previous educational experience, maturity, and English language ability are also considered. The school does not provide Special Educational Needs (SEN) support for students with learning difficulties; such cases are considered individually if the school can provide appropriate support, with the management's decision being final. Parents are expected to commit to annual school trips and to accept all school rules, regulations, and policies to safeguard welfare and safety; the school reserves the right to cancel a registration if rules are not followed.

Scholarships

Scholarships are available through The ABC International School. There are up to three Sixth Form scholarships for tuition fee remission during Years 12 and 13, awarded to the top performing students based on IGCSE results (minimum eight subjects). Award 1 provides 50% of Year 12-13 tuition fees, Award 2 provides 33.33% of tuition fees, and Award 3 provides 16.66%. Eligibility requires two consecutive years of study at ABCIS, with performance criteria maintained throughout Years 12 and 13. The school also reserves the right to determine award allocation if multiple students have identical scores. In addition, there are Sixth Form Graduation Grants for travel and equipment expenses, with awards of up to US$5,000 (Grant 1) or US$3,000 (Grant 2), subject to meeting the stated conditions. Recipients must be full-time in the Sixth Form and have secured entry to a leading university, with documentation endorsed by their tutor.

Waitlist

Yes. If a particular class is full, a student's name may be entered onto a waiting list, and parents will be informed accordingly if places become available.

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Western Australian International School System (WASS)

Instructs in English

Ages 2 - 18 years

Fees ₫68,000,000 - 200,000,000

Pupils 2500

Type Co-educational

The Western Australian International School System (WASS) is a multi-campus international school network in central Ho Chi Minh City. It delivers Western Australian and international qualifications, with a pathway from the Western Australian Early Years Program through WA Curriculum Partial–Integrated Program, WAce International, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. The school emphasizes English-language instruction, a broad extra-curricular program, and a diverse student body from many nationalities. WASS is accredited by SCSA, IBO, and CIS, and operates across five campuses to support students from age 2 through Year 12.

Location

WASS operates across five campuses in central districts of Ho Chi Minh City. The campuses include Dien Bien Phu (Kindergarten) at 260 Dien Bien Phu St., Nguyen Huu Canh (Kindergarten) at 35 Nguyen Huu Canh St., the Integrated Primary campus at 43 Nguyen Thong St., the Integrated Secondary campus at 84 Ba Huyen Thanh Quan St., and the Ly Chinh Thang International Campus. These central locations provide convenient access for families and are well placed for commuting by car, taxi, or public transport in District 3 and surrounding areas.

Stages

WASS offers a full K–12 program. The Ly Chinh Thang International Campus provides Western Australian K-10 International, plus WA International options and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) for Years 11–12; other campuses extend WA curriculum through primary and secondary levels.

Type

WASS is a co-educational school. Historically, it operated boarding facilities at a dormitory site, but current public information does not advertise a boarding program. The school is structured to support both local and international students in a mixed setting.

Additional learning support

WASS provides a Learning Support program centered on literacy and independent learning. It includes a multilingual library with dedicated library classes and a Writing Center to develop reading, writing, and research skills across the student body.

Country affiliation

WASS is an Australian Overseas School in Vietnam. It is licensed and accredited under Western Australia authorities (SCSA) and offers WA K-10 International, WA International, and the WA Certificate of Education programmes, with IB DP available at senior levels. It is also affiliated with international bodies such as CIS and IB.

Religious affiliation

WASS has no formal religious affiliation and operates as a secular, internationally oriented school.

School day structure

The school day starts with students arriving by 7:45 a.m., with classes beginning at 8:10 a.m. and finishing at 4:30 p.m. Breakfast is served 7:00–8:30 a.m., and lunch 11:00 a.m.–12:40 p.m., with a light snack during the mid-afternoon break. After-school clubs and activities run from 3:10 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. from Monday to Friday, depending on the year group.

Bus service

WASS operates a shuttle bus service with multiple pick-up and drop-off points across Ho Chi Minh City. All buses have seat belts, and trips are monitored by coordinators to ensure student safety. Fees vary by distance, with zones and routes arranged to suit families; details are available through the Admissions department. The bus service operates Monday to Friday, with morning pick-ups typically occurring between 6:15 a.m. and 7:20 a.m.

Boarding Arrangements

WASS provides boarding for primary and secondary students. The boarding building is located at 17/1 Ho Van Hue, Phu Nhuan District, Ho Chi Minh City. It is described as offering a comfortable, convenient second home and a community where students live away from home and develop independence. The program serves students coming from different provinces and cities.

Uniform Requirement

Uniforms are required for all students on school days. Students must wear the school uniform when arriving at school, except for extracurricular programs or events announced in advance. For physical education, students wear sports attire and sneakers.

Food Options

Meals are prepared daily on campus in a modern, fully equipped catering kitchen and served onsite. Students may also bring their own lunchbox if they prefer. A monthly menu is published for different year levels.

House System

WASS operates a four-house system for Primary and Secondary: Apollo, Athena, Zeus, and Asclepius. Apollo is orange, Athena is blue, Zeus is red, and Asclepius is green. The house framework supports competitive activities in academics, sports, and social events and fosters leadership development.

Governance and Ownership

The school is owned and governed by Indochina International Education Development Corporation (IIEDC), the corporate entity behind WASS. The IIEDC branding appears on the site and the copyright is held by IIEDC, indicating it is the parent organization for WASS.

Application (Admissions) fee

Admissions fee: VND 20,000,000, charged once for new students. The admissions fee is non‑refundable.

Tuition fees by year group (full amounts and payment‑plan breakdowns)

Note: the school operates two principal program groupings with separate fee scales: (A) Western Australian Curriculum – Partial Integrated Program and (B) Fully Integrated International Programs (IWAP levels, WACE and IBDP). Each fee line below shows: (i) standard annual tuition, (ii) annual payment amount under the early one‑off payment discount, (iii) annual payment amount under the less‑early one‑off discount, (iv) semester (2‑installment) payment, and (v) termly (4‑installment) payment. All amounts are in VND.

Western Australian Curriculum – Partial Integrated Program (Year 1 → Year 11):

- Year 1 — Annual: VND 138,122,000; Annual (early, 15%): VND 117,404,000; Annual (early, 5%): VND 131,216,000; Semester: VND 66,989,000; Termly: VND 34,531,000.
- Year 2 — Annual: VND 138,122,000; Annual (15%): VND 117,404,000; Annual (5%): VND 131,216,000; Semester: VND 66,989,000; Termly: VND 34,531,000.
- Year 3 — Annual: VND 148,280,000; Annual (15%): VND 126,038,000; Annual (5%): VND 140,866,000; Semester: VND 71,916,000; Termly: VND 37,070,000.
- Year 4 — Annual: VND 148,280,000; Annual (15%): VND 126,038,000; Annual (5%): VND 140,866,000; Semester: VND 71,916,000; Termly: VND 37,070,000.
- Year 5 — Annual: VND 162,496,000; Annual (15%): VND 138,122,000; Annual (5%): VND 154,371,000; Semester: VND 78,811,000; Termly: VND 40,624,000.
- Year 6 — Annual: VND 170,384,000; Annual (15%): VND 144,826,000; Annual (5%): VND 161,865,000; Semester: VND 82,636,000; Termly: VND 42,596,000.
- Year 7 — Annual: VND 170,384,000; Annual (15%): VND 144,826,000; Annual (5%): VND 161,865,000; Semester: VND 82,636,000; Termly: VND 42,596,000.
- Year 8 — Annual: VND 182,458,000; Annual (15%): VND 155,089,000; Annual (5%): VND 173,335,000; Semester: VND 88,492,000; Termly: VND 45,615,000.
- Year 9 — Annual: VND 182,458,000; Annual (15%): VND 155,089,000; Annual (5%): VND 173,335,000; Semester: VND 88,492,000; Termly: VND 45,615,000.
- Year 10 — Annual: VND 199,899,000; Annual (15%): VND 169,914,000; Annual (5%): VND 189,904,000; Semester: VND 96,951,000; Termly: VND 49,975,000.
- Year 11 — Annual: VND 231,426,000; Annual (15%): VND 196,712,000; Annual (5%): VND 219,855,000; Semester: VND 112,242,000; Termly: VND 57,857,000.

Fully Integrated International Programs (IWAP 1–10, WACE-11, IBDP-11):

- IWAP‑1 — Annual: VND 289,341,000; Annual (15%): VND 245,940,000; Annual (5%): VND 274,874,000; Semester: VND 140,330,000; Termly: VND 72,335,000.
- IWAP‑2 — Annual: VND 289,341,000; Annual (15%): VND 245,940,000; Annual (5%): VND 274,874,000; Semester: VND 140,330,000; Termly: VND 72,335,000.
- IWAP‑3 — Annual: VND 302,200,000; Annual (15%): VND 256,870,000; Annual (5%): VND 287,090,000; Semester: VND 146,567,000; Termly: VND 75,550,000.
- IWAP‑4 — Annual: VND 302,200,000; Annual (15%): VND 256,870,000; Annual (5%): VND 287,090,000; Semester: VND 146,567,000; Termly: VND 75,550,000.
- IWAP‑5 — Annual: VND 331,134,000; Annual (15%): VND 281,464,000; Annual (5%): VND 314,577,000; Semester: VND 160,600,000; Termly: VND 82,784,000.
- IWAP‑6 — Annual: VND 356,854,000; Annual (15%): VND 303,326,000; Annual (5%): VND 339,011,000; Semester: VND 173,074,000; Termly: VND 89,214,000.
- IWAP‑7 — Annual: VND 356,854,000; Annual (15%): VND 303,326,000; Annual (5%): VND 339,011,000; Semester: VND 173,074,000; Termly: VND 89,214,000.
- IWAP‑8 — Annual: VND 379,358,000; Annual (15%): VND 322,454,000; Annual (5%): VND 360,390,000; Semester: VND 183,989,000; Termly: VND 94,840,000.
- IWAP‑9 — Annual: VND 379,358,000; Annual (15%): VND 322,454,000; Annual (5%): VND 360,390,000; Semester: VND 183,989,000; Termly: VND 94,840,000.
- IWAP‑10 — Annual: VND 375,071,000; Annual (15%): VND 318,810,000; Annual (5%): VND 356,317,000; Semester: VND 181,909,000; Termly: VND 93,768,000.
- WACE‑11 — Annual: VND 385,875,000; Annual (15%): VND 327,994,000; Annual (5%): VND 366,581,000; Semester: VND 187,149,000; Termly: VND 96,469,000.
- IBDP‑11 — Annual: VND 440,633,000; Annual (15%): VND 374,538,000; Annual (5%): VND 418,601,000; Semester: VND 213,707,000; Termly: VND 110,158,000.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Payment frequency options: one‑off annual payment, two installments (semester), or four termly payments. The school applies distinct early‑payment discounts tied to specific payment windows and to re‑enrollment timing.
- Early‑payment discount examples (as published in the schedule): 15% discount available for qualifying one‑off payments completed well in advance; 5% for a later one‑off payment window; 3% for qualifying two‑installment payments. Re‑enrollment paperwork and fee completion deadlines are set to secure a student place for the next academic year.
- Late payment: the school applies late‑payment policy after the defined grace period; previously applied discounts will be removed if payment is late. The published schedule sets a requirement to complete compulsory fees by the stated re‑enrollment deadlines to guarantee placement.

Boarding fees

- Boarding: no boarding fee line item appears in the current charges and fees schedule; WASS operates as a day school in the published fee schedule (no boarding facility fees listed).

Other costs and optional services

- Facility fee: VND 3,000,000 (one‑off).
- Medical / health insurance: Year 1 VND 851,000; Years 2–11 VND 681,000 (provisional; may be adjusted by the insurance authority).
- Stationery fee: typically VND 3,500,000 (varies by program/year). The stationery fee is charged annually and does not include textbook fees; it is non‑transferable and non‑refundable once charged for an enrolled student.
- NAPLAN test fee (for Years 3, 5, 7, 9): VND 1,700,000 (applies where relevant).
- Meal service (optional): Year 1–5 annual VND 32,574,000 (semester VND 16,287,000; termly VND 8,144,000). Year 6–11 annual VND 35,319,000 (semester VND 17,660,000; termly VND 8,830,000).
- Textbooks: Year 1–6 (Partial Integrated) VND 3,675,000; Year 1–6 (Fully Integrated) VND 5,355,000. Year 7–9 VND 5,250,000 (Partial) / VND 6,825,000 (Fully). Year 10 VND 6,825,000. WACE‑11 textbook provision VND 15,000,000; IBDP‑11 VND 20,000,000 (textbook fees apply as specified by program and may only cover Western Australian program materials).
- Uniform: examples — Year 1–5 sport T‑shirt VND 260,000; school shirt VND 285,000; Year 6–9 sport T‑shirt VND 280,000; school shirt VND 300,000; Year 10–11 sport T‑shirt VND 310,000; school shirt VND 330,000.
- Bus (school transport): distance‑based pricing. Examples of annual round‑trip rates by distance (round‑trip shown):
- 0.5–1 km — VND 22,704,000 (annual round trip).
- 6–7 km — VND 45,408,000 (annual round trip).
- 11–12 km — VND 68,112,000 (annual round trip).
- Longer distances are scaled up to the ranges published in the schedule; one‑way and termly/semester options are available.

Refund information

- Admissions fee: non‑refundable in all cases.
- Stationery fee: non‑refundable or non‑transferable once charged for an enrolled student.
- Re‑enrollment / withdrawal: published policy states that parents must complete re‑enrollment forms and compulsory fee payments by the stated deadlines to guarantee placement; where students withdraw, previously applied discounts may be adjusted and parents may be required to pay the difference. Refund handling and confirmation processes are prescribed in the charges and fees policy.

Fee payment options

- Payment frequencies accepted: annual one‑off, two installments (semester), or four termly payments.
- Payment channels: bank transfer to the school account and payment via the parent portal (SPS360) are accepted. Historical/alternative channels have included cash and card processing where available.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) is embedded across the Western Australian Curriculum at WASS from Kindergarten to Year 12, integrated across English, Mathematics, Science, Humanities and Social Sciences, Health and Physical Education, The Arts, Digital Technologies, and Digital Citizenship, and aligned with the Personal and Social Capability.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The Learning Support program at WASS includes a Library Program and a Writing Center designed to develop independent and creative learning skills, with structured library classes taught by the library teacher, and a Writing Center offering writing support across the curriculum; the school does not publish a dedicated SEN department or a list of specific SEN categories it can support.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

English as an Additional Language (EAL) uses an EAL/D curriculum created by the Australian Department of Education, based on the Western Australian Curriculum, designed to incrementally build English proficiency and support returning to mainstream classes, with EAL/D learners receiving time, modelling and scaffolding of language learning across the curriculum, extra processing time, and explicit vocabulary and language structures.

Mental Wellbeing

The School Clinic provides mental wellbeing support through professionally qualified nurses and school counselors, offering routine health care, health check-ups, vaccinations, and comprehensive counseling; individual counseling and Personal Education cover social-emotional learning and mental health awareness, with staff collaboration and family involvement.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding and child protection are addressed through the WASS Code of Conduct, which establishes a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment and prohibits harassment, bullying, or intimidation, applying to all students across all activities and guiding behavior and technology use.

Admissions

1. Submit an Admissions Inquiry. Parents and students will receive a detailed consultation on academic programs, extracurricular and enrichment activities, tuition policy, school regulations, and admissions procedures. This initial contact helps families understand which WA Curriculum pathways (WA K-10 International, WA Curriculum Partial – Integrated, and related programs) align with the student's goals. The Admissions team can be reached via the school's inquiry process and hotline for direct guidance: (028) 7109 5077 and 0963 999 701.

2. Entrance Exams. For Year 1, an interview with Vietnamese and international teachers is conducted alongside a psychological readiness assessment. For Year 2 and above, the entrance exam covers Math, Vietnamese (Literature), and English. These assessments determine placement within the WA International Program and WA curriculum pathways offered by WASS.

3. Receive Entrance Exam Results. Results and feedback from WASS's Academic Council are provided within 3–5 working days after the exam. The Academic Council comprises the principal, the WA program director, and the lead for Education and Training. This step confirms whether a student meets the admissions criteria and which program they will join.

4. Enrollment Process. After a positive admissions decision, families submit enrollment confirmation, complete tuition payment, and provide all required documents. The school then completes the official enrollment once records and payments are in order. Timelines and document requirements are communicated by the Admissions team during this stage.

5. Fees note. The school does not charge a fee for the Entrance Exam. Publicly available FAQ confirms that there is no charge for taking the Entrance Exam. Current tuition fee schedules are not published on the site in a readily accessible, up-to-date format, with historical fee schedules available from older pages.

Scholarships

WASS offers scholarship options and special scholarship programs for WA pathways and partner arrangements. Notable sources include:

- Partnership with Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City: A Memorandum of Understanding provides exclusive enrollment and scholarship opportunities for WASS students, including a Partner Scholarship (one per year) and an Admission Scholarship for strong entrance exam results.

- WACE International scholarship initiatives: WASS has promoted scholarship opportunities for WACE International and related programs, with claims of substantial scholarship coverage and a broader access program. Details have been highlighted in school communications and affiliated program pages.

- 2023–2024 scholarship programs: Reports describe a Future Tech Pioneers Talent Scholarship program with a total value of up to 6.5 billion VND, offering scholarships ranging from 20% to 100% of tuition for selected students (up to approximately 60 scholarships).

- 2024–2025 education savings and scholarship policies: News coverage notes that WASS implemented education saving packages and scholarship policies for WACE and IBDP, reflecting ongoing scholarship activity.

- Enrollment promotions and offers: Open-day coverage has referenced enrollment offers (e.g., up to 100 million VND) as part of recruitment events.

Waitlist

WASS does not publish a waitlist or pool system on its admissions pages. There is no publicly available, detailed waitlist policy described in the Admissions Information or How to Apply sections. Families should contact the admissions team for current status if they need to discuss waitlist options.

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KinderWorld International Kindergarten (Binh Duong New City)

Instructs in English

Ages 1½ - 6 years

Fees ₫110,165,000 - 358,797,000

Type Co-educational

Singapore International School at Binh Duong New City (BDNC) operates within the BDNC development as part of KinderWorld's international school family. The campus offers both International and Integrated programmes for students from Pre-Nursery through Senior High, with English as the language of instruction for the English-based programmes and Vietnamese taught as a subject. The school pathway includes Pre-Nursery, Nursery, Kindergarten 1 and 2, Preparatory, Primary, and Junior/Senior High School, reflecting a through-train model that aligns with Singaporean and Cambridge assessment benchmarks (iPSLE, IGCSE, A Levels). The campus houses modern facilities and dedicated staff, including a principal and a Vietnamese studies lead, and emphasizes a Virtues Programme and school-wide learner goals. The school participates in a range of co-curricular and extracurricular activities and maintains an active newsletters program for parents.

Location

The Bình Dương New City campus is located within the Singapore International School complex in Binh Duong New City. It serves as part of the Singapore International School network in southern Vietnam and is accessible via major roads linking to Ho Chi Minh City and nearby residential and industrial areas. The campus aims to support both local Vietnamese families and international families living in the Bình Dương region.

Stages

The campus offers Kindergarten programs, including K1 International and K1 Integrated, and K2 Integrated and K2 International. Nursery and Pre-Nursery are available as part of the early-years provision, with enrollment options showing Nursery, K1 International, K1 Integrated, K2 Integrated and K2 International. The programmes follow the KinderWorld International Kindergarten framework, combining an international Kindergarten pathway with an English-language integrated pathway.

Type

The school operates as a co-educational day school. This aligns with KinderWorld's International Kindergarten offerings across campuses, which describe co-educational day programmes.

Additional learning support

Small class sizes and English-language support are emphasized in the Kindergarten framework. There is no publicly published, campus-specific SEN program for Bình Dương; families should discuss any Additional Learning Needs directly with the campus.

Country affiliation

KinderWorld International Group originated in Singapore and operates in Vietnam; the Bình Dương New City campus is part of KinderWorld's Vietnam operations.

Religious affiliation

There is no religious affiliation listed for the Bình Dương campus; the Singapore International School network operates on secular, international programmes.

School day structure

School days follow standard terms with times provided to enrolling families. If online learning is needed, it will follow the campus timetable and school-day structure.

Bus service

No dedicated school bus service for the Bình Dương campus is published on public pages; families typically arrange transport through the campus or private providers.

Application / Registration Fees
- Registration (one‑time) fee: VND 6,450,000 per student for the International Programme.
- Registration (one‑time) fee: VND 3,225,000 per student for the Integrated Programme.

Tuition fees by year group (annual and per‑term)

Singapore International / KinderWorld (Binh Duong New City):
- Ages 3–5 (K1–K3 / Kindergarten levels): VND 263,779,000 per year. The term amount (25%) is VND 65,944,750.

KinderWorld sample (campus fees published in KinderWorld fee annexes for the International Programme):
- Pre‑Nursery to Nursery (Full Day): VND 280,615,000 per year; per term (25%): VND 70,153,750.
- Half Day with Lunch: VND 218,444,000 per year; per term (25%): VND 54,611,000.
- Half Day without Lunch: VND 206,791,000 per year; per term (25%): VND 51,697,750.
- Kindergarten 1–2 (Full Day): VND 280,615,000 per year; per term (25%): VND 70,153,750.
- Preparatory (Full Day): VND 358,797,000 per year; per term (25%): VND 89,699,250.

KinderWorld sample (campus fees published in KinderWorld fee annexes for the Integrated Programme):
- Pre‑Nursery to Nursery (Full Day): VND 151,625,000 per year; per term (25%): VND 37,906,250.
- Half Day with Lunch: VND 121,473,000 per year; per term (25%): VND 30,368,250.
- Half Day without Lunch: VND 110,165,000 per year; per term (25%): VND 27,541,250.
- Kindergarten 1–2 (Full Day): VND 151,625,000 per year; per term (25%): VND 37,906,250.
- Preparatory (Full Day): VND 219,023,000 per year; per term (25%): VND 54,755,750.

Deposit and refundable amounts

- A refundable deposit is charged for kindergarten enrolment when parents choose termly payment. Example deposit amounts published in KinderWorld annexes:
- Integrated Programme: Pre‑Nursery to Kindergarten 2 deposit VND 11,000,000 per student; Preparatory deposit VND 16,000,000 per student (termly payment example).
- International Programme: Pre‑Nursery to Kindergarten 2 deposit VND 20,000,000 per student; Preparatory deposit VND 26,000,000 per student (termly payment example).
- The BDNC campus listing of first‑year costs shows a refundable deposit amount used in that school's published first‑year total. Example: Deposit VND 15,000,000 (BDNC listing example). The deposit is shown as refundable in the BDNC fee listing.

Other costs and optional fees

- Meals: some kindergarten fee options include meals (where indicated); other programmes or half‑day options exclude meals and parents are charged accordingly. KinderWorld annexes show an included meals allowance calculated at a daily meal rate where included.
- Short‑term care (flat daily / half‑day charges) — examples from KinderWorld annexes:
- Integrated Programme: Full day VND 1,097,000 per day; half day with lunch VND 911,000; half day without lunch VND 802,000 (Pre‑Nursery to Kindergarten 2).
- International Programme: Full day VND 1,676,000 per day; half day with lunch VND 1,306,000; half day without lunch VND 1,195,000 (Pre‑Nursery to Kindergarten 2).
- Insurance, uniforms, stationery, book packs and e‑learning packs are charged in addition and are shown as separate items in the fee annexes; the annexes instruct parents to obtain specific current amounts from the school office.
- Transportation (school bus) is charged separately and varies by route/zone; the school's transport page indicates fees depend on distance/route.

Refund information

- Deposits shown in the published fee annexes are refundable (deposit schedules and refundable status are published in the fee materials).
- The broader SIS / group refund and withdrawal conditions (cooling‑off period, refund percentages and administrative conditions) follow the group's published refund procedures; standard terms include a cooling‑off period and a refund schedule for withdrawals as published in the group's admissions/terms materials. Example refund/cancellation provisions and cooling‑off arrangements are published in the group's admissions/terms pages.

Fee payment options

- The SIS / KinderWorld group accepts fee payments by standard school payment channels used across the group, including bank transfer and supported international payment services for overseas payments (examples used across the group include PayNow / local bank transfer, and Flywire for international remittances). Parents are required to provide remittance evidence as specified by the school when paying by transfer.

Boarding / Boarding fees

- KinderWorld International Kindergarten (Binh Duong New City) is an early‑years provision; published materials for KinderWorld / SIS kindergartens do not show boarding fees for kindergarten levels. No separate boarding fees apply for kindergarten provision.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

SEL is integrated into KinderWorld International Kindergarten (Binh Duong New City) through Personal and Social Awareness, which includes a Virtues Program that reinforces Eastern values.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision, including which types of SEN can be supported or whether it operates as a specialist SEN institution.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The curriculum includes English Language and Literacy as a core learning area, and the Binh Duong New City campus is located within the Singapore International School, indicating English language education is provided as part of the KinderWorld program.

Mental Wellbeing

A school nurse is available on-site, and students have access to Student Protection Contacts and Guidance Counsellors; personal safety and protective behaviours are taught, and safeguarding training is conducted annually.

Safeguarding

KinderWorld settings uphold the rights of the child under the UN Charter and maintain safeguarding policies with reporting procedures and a dedicated Student Protection Contacts system.

Admissions

1. Admissions inquiries and campus selection. Parents begin by submitting an online enquiry via the school's Enquiry Form and selecting the Binh Duong New City campus as the intended location. The form asks how the family learned about the school and allows you to specify the desired program, helping the admissions team route your inquiry correctly. The Binh Duong New City campus is listed in the campus options for enquiries, and the contact details are provided there for follow-up.

2. Enrolment documentation. After deciding to proceed, families must prepare enrolment documents: two passport photographs of the child, a certified copy of the child's birth certificate and/or passport, a copy of the parents' passport or ID, a Health Check Certificate/Vaccination Record, and a copy of the child's accident insurance (if opting out of a school insurance plan). These requirements are specified to ensure proper placement and record-keeping before any classroom placement is considered.

3. Interview and class vacancy review. Enrollment is determined after an interview and a review of current class vacancies. The age of the child is used to place them into the appropriate year level, and class vacancies are taken into account in that placement decision. This means that even if a child is eligible by age, a place cannot be guaranteed unless a vacancy exists.

4. Year level placement and class size. Students are placed in a specific year level according to age, with final placement influenced by interview outcomes and available vacancies. Kindergarten classes have a capped size to maintain a quality learning environment, with a maximum between 12 and 25 students depending on the age of the children. Priority for siblings may be given when places are available.

5. Fees payment, registration, and payment timelines. The school offers two programmes, each with its own registration fee and fee schedule: the Integrated Kindergarten Programme and the International Kindergarten Programme. School fees are payable either yearly or termly, with a payment plan that specifies amounts due 30 days before the first day of school (yearly) or 30 days before the first day and 14 days before the last day of the current term (termly).

6. Next steps after fee arrangement. Following acceptance, families complete enrollment forms and finalize the agreed payment schedule per the chosen programme. The school's fee schedules provide the framework for when and how payments are due, including the distinction between yearly and termly plans and the corresponding deadlines. Families should coordinate with the campus to receive the exact enrollment forms and confirm the start date and any orientation activities.

Scholarships

KinderWorld indicates that scholarships may be available, with limited scholarships and need-based support. Families are encouraged to inquire during the application process to understand eligibility and the application workflow.

Waitlist

There is no published waitlist or pool policy for KinderWorld International Kindergarten – Binh Duong New City.

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Pathway School - Phuoc Binh Junior and Senior High School

Instructs in English, Vietnamese

Fees ₫89,000,000 - 152,850,000

Pupils 5000

Type Co-educational

Location

Pathway Tuệ Đức (Pathway School) operates in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, as a multi-campus school network. The Pathway Center Office is at 280-A18 Luong Dinh Cua Street, An Phu Ward, Thu Duc City, Ho Chi Minh City. The network spans about 20 campuses across the city, including campuses in Thu Duc City, District 12, and Binh Chanh, with Nguyen Sy Sach Campus in Tan Binh District and Viet Nhat Campus in District 7 as examples. The Nguyen Sy Sach Campus in Tan Binh is listed at 75/16 Nguyen Sy Sach Street, Ward 15, Tan Binh District, Ho Chi Minh City.

Stages

Pathway School offers preschool, elementary, and middle/high school levels across its campuses. The system describes itself as providing an educational continuum from early childhood through Grade 12.

Type

Pathway Tuệ Đức is a private, city-wide school system with multiple campuses. It operates as a day school across its campuses and does not publicize any boarding facilities in its published materials.

Additional learning support

The school includes Harmony SEL (Social Emotional Learning) as part of its curriculum to support students' emotional development. Public materials describe emotional learning as a core component of the program, but there is no published detail of formal, dedicated SEN/services beyond this curriculum. The emphasis is on social-emotional learning and mindfulness integrated across activities.

Country affiliation

Vietnam. The Pathway School network is based and operates in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

Religious affiliation

No religious affiliation is publicly stated in Pathway Tuệ Đức materials.

School day structure

Administrative and campus offices operate Monday to Friday, 7:00–17:00. Pathway emphasizes a full-day program with a focus on structured, experiential learning, mindfulness, and scheduled meals; specific daily class start/end times are not published, but meal concepts such as Peaceful Meals are part of the culture.

Bus service

Pathway School offers a bus service for students. The service is managed with a formal process and is trackable via the Pathway School app, with a dedicated hotline for inquiries. The school provides a bus schedule and enrollment information through its admissions channels.

Application / registration fees

- Seat-reservation (phí giữ suất học): VND 15,000,000 (one‑time; retained by the school and not refundable if the student does not enrol).
- Entrance assessment / registration fee (phí khảo sát đầu vào): VND 2,000,000 per attempt.
- English assessment fee (phí khảo sát tiếng Anh): VND 200,000 per attempt.

Tuition fees by school level (examples published for Pathway Tuệ Đức campuses)

Note: Pathway publishes a separate detailed fee schedule for each campus and each level; the values below are the fee items and representative numeric levels published for Pathway Tuệ Đức campuses for the current school year. Specific amounts vary by campus and programme; the entries below show the published fee items and example amounts for the Tuệ Đức cluster.

Mầm non (Nursery / Pre‑school) — example (Pathway, Cơ sở Bình An) — billing by quarter with annual option

- Program types: Nhà trẻ (18–36 months), Pathway Advanced (3–6 tuổi), Pathway Elite (3–6 tuổi).
- Billing structure: fees are published per quarter (Quý 1, Quý 2, Quý 3, Quý 4) with an option to pay for the full year (discount applied for full‑year payment). Quarters are defined in the schedule (for example Quý 1: Sep–Nov; Quý 2: Dec–Feb; Quý 3: Mar–May; Quý 4: Jun–Aug).
- Representative published amounts (examples appearing in the campus fee schedule):
- Nhà trẻ (18–36 tháng): typical quarterly amounts in published schedules are in the range of VND 21,750,000–VND 27,750,000; an example annual figure appears in the campus fee file at VND 99,882,000 (published fee tables show per‑quarter and full‑year rows).
- Pathway Advanced / Pathway Elite (3–6 tuổi): published quarterly amounts and a full‑year option are provided per programme; full‑year payment receives a discount (the fee schedule notes a 7% discount for full‑year payment).

Tiểu học (Primary)

- Billing structure: primary tuition is shown by semester (Học kỳ 1 / Học kỳ 2) and as an annual total; additional annual items (meals, day‑care service where applicable, facility fee, experiential learning fee, insurance) are listed separately and summed to a “total fees per year.”
- Representative published amounts (examples from Pathway Tuệ Đức primary campus schedules):
- Tuition (per semester): VND 44,500,000; Tuition (annual): VND 89,000,000.
- Meal fee (per semester): VND 8,000,000; Meal fee (annual): VND 16,000,000.
- Day‑care / bán trú service (per semester): VND 3,000,000; annual VND 6,000,000 (when applicable).
- Facility fee / year and experiential learning fee / year are published separately on each campus fee sheet.

Trung học (THCS / THPT — Lower & Upper Secondary)

- Billing structure: secondary tuition is published by semester (Học kỳ 1 / Học kỳ 2) and as a full‑year total; the published fee schedule also separately lists meal fees, day‑care (bán trú) service, facility fee, experiential fee and annual insurance.
- Representative published amounts (examples from Pathway Tuệ Đức secondary fee schedules):
- THCS (Lớp 6–9): Tuition VND 46,500,000 per semester (VND 93,000,000 per year); Meal fee VND 9,500,000 per semester (VND 19,000,000 per year); Day‑care service VND 3,000,000 per semester (VND 6,000,000 per year). Total published example: VND 125,564,520 per year after adding facility/experience/insurance lines in the sample schedule.
- THPT (Lớp 10–11): Tuition VND 47,500,000 per semester (VND 95,000,000 per year); Meal fee VND 10,000,000 per semester (VND 20,000,000 per year); Day‑care service VND 3,000,000 per semester (VND 6,000,000 per year). Example total (including facility/experience/insurance) is published in the campus fee schedule.
- Lớp 12: Published schedules show a different semester split (higher first‑semester or special calendar for grade 12) and list tuition and meal fees by semester; example published totals for grade 12 in the Pathway Tuệ Đức materials appear higher than other THPT years because of the adjusted schedule.
- Aggregate published totals for the school‑system cluster (example published summaries for 2025–2026) show total annual “phí học tập” approximations in the following ranges: Primary ~VND 124,650,000 / year; THCS ~VND 133,450,000 / year; THPT (lớp 10–11) ~VND 136,450,000 / year; Lớp 12 ~VND 152,850,000 / year (these are the published system‑level totals shown in coverage of the 2025–2026 fee schedules).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Payment frequency options: Pathway publishes options for quarterly/semester/yearly payment depending on level (mầm non commonly by quarter; primary and secondary commonly by semester or full‑year). A full‑year payment discount is published (for example a 7% discount for full‑year payment on some programmes).
- Standard deadlines (examples from the published schedule):
- Current (continuing) students: tuition for Học kỳ 1 / full year is due by the summer deadline published for the intake (for example an earlier schedule used 01/07 as the Học kỳ 1/full‑year deadline and 15/12 for Học kỳ 2).
- New students: parents are required to complete the financial registration within a short window after the admissions result (example wording in the fee schedule: parents pay within seven working days from the date of the assessment result).
- Late payments, fee adjustments and treatment of partial‑year entry: the published regulations include pro‑rata rules for students who enrol late in the year, rules for mid‑year entry (specific cutoff dates and the percentage of fee charged), and non‑refundable seat reservation; those exact cutoffs and percentages are listed in each campus's fee document.

Boarding / residential provision

- Pathway Tuệ Đức operates day schooling; the fee schedules publish a “phí dịch vụ bán trú” (day‑care / in‑school boarding service for meals / supervised day care) as an optional service rather than full residential boarding. Published examples for bán trú are typically VND 3,000,000 per semester (VND 6,000,000 per year) for many secondary and primary campuses (figures vary by campus). There is no published full‑time residential (overnight boarding) programme in the standard Tuệ Đức campus fee documents.

Other costs and recurring fees

- Uniforms (published example unit prices): main uniform set VND 450,000; sports uniform set VND 350,000; martial arts uniform VND 350,000; bedding set (mền gối) VND 650,000. These items are shown as separate one‑time purchases in the school fee schedules.
- Phí cơ sở vật chất (facility fee) / year: published as a separate annual item (example VND 5,000,000 per year in sample secondary schedule).
- Phí học tập trải nghiệm / year: published as a separate annual item (example VND 1,650,000 per year in sample secondary schedule).
- Phí bảo hiểm / year: published as a separate annual insurance fee (example figures appear in schedules; amounts vary by level).
- Fees for special services (transport / bus, extra‑curricular classes, after‑school skill classes) are charged separately and parents are asked to register and pay these services on demand; the schedules note that parents should contact admissions/finance for current bus and extra‑class tariffs.

Refund, seat‑reservation and leave / retention policies

- Seat‑reservation (phí giữ suất học): published as non‑refundable if the student does not enrol; the fee is deductible from the first year's tuition when the student actually enrols.
- Refunds and retention: the published rules show specific deadlines and conditions for refund, pro‑rata charging, and treatment of fee items when parents request leave or withdrawal (for example precise dates when 100% of a fee is still payable for a late withdrawal). The schedules also publish rules on “bảo lưu” (suspension/holding a place) and whether unused fee portions can be carried forward; the fee schedules list the conditions and the exact percentage/amount treatment.

Fee payment methods (published options)

- Online payment via the Pathway tuition/parent portal is provided as an option; the school publishes an online payments page and encourages parents to use the online channel for fee settlement.
- Bank transfer details for event/fee payments (example published payment beneficiary and account in school communications): account name CÔNG TY CỔ PHẦN GIÁO DỤC LIÊN MINH BÁCH KHOA; account at Shinhan Bank (example account number shown in parent communication for event payments). Bank transfer is used in school communications and event payments.
- In‑person payments at campus finance office are presented in the fee regulations as an accepted method alongside online and bank transfer; parents are asked to follow the campus finance instructions when settling fees.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Pathway School integrates Harmony SEL (formerly Sanford Harmony) as its Social-Emotional Learning program, with topics including diversity and tolerance, critical thinking, communication, problem-solving, and friendship; emotional education is delivered through classroom lessons and mindfulness activities such as the Mindfulness Bell, Peaceful Meals, Circle Sharing, and Meditation.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

English as an Additional Language is integrated into Pathway School's curriculum; elementary students study English with 10 hours per week, and 40% of those lessons are taught by foreign teachers, with Cambridge YLE examinations used as outcomes.

Mental Wellbeing

Mental wellbeing is addressed through Harmony SEL and mindfulness initiatives within the school, including mindfulness activities and emotional education aimed at inner peace and empathy.

Safeguarding

Pathway School states a commitment to safeguarding and privacy, with formal data-security measures described in its privacy and security policies.

Admissions

Step 1: Learn about Pathway Tuệ Đức and its programs. Pathway Tuệ Đức outlines a happiness-focused approach across Mầm non (early years), Tiểu học (primary), and Trung học (secondary) with multiple campuses across Ho Chi Minh City. Parents should study the program descriptions and the campus options to determine the best fit for their child. This initial review helps families prepare targeted questions for the next step in the process.

Step 2: Register for a consultation. After selecting a suitable campus, parents fill out a consultation registration so the Admissions team can provide detailed information about the program, fee policy, and schedule a campus visit. The admissions team coordinates the site visit and explains the curriculum, teaching approach, and campus specifics during this step. Details about the campuses and how to begin are provided on the school's site as part of the consultation flow.

Step 3: Take the entrance assessment. Pathway Tuệ Đức conducts an entrance assessment tailored to the child's level. For Mầm non, assessment focuses on age alignment with MOET requirements plus basic psychology and physical readiness. For Tiểu học, the process includes age alignment, conduct (English proficiency expected), Vietnamese, and Math, with a skill assessment for Grade 1. For Trung học, the assessment checks age alignment, completion of the primary program, conduct (Khá or better), English, Vietnamese, Math, and Psychology.

Step 4: Complete enrollment procedures. After the assessment, parents submit the enrollment application and complete the required fees within seven days of receiving the test results. The enrollment documents include: an enrollment form, enrollment agreement, child's psychology report, medical examination, three 2-inch photos, birth certificate copy or translated/notarized version for foreigners, copies of household registration or passport, latest report cards (excluding Nursery), evidence of completion of prior levels as applicable, and a transfer letter if applicable. The school emphasizes that enrollment paperwork must be valid and that prior academic records will be reviewed for accuracy and honesty.

Campus details: Pathway Tuệ Đức operates across several campuses, including Thủ Đức, Quận 12, Bình Chánh, and other areas. Examples of contact points include Mầm non at Lê Đức Thọ; Mầm non–Tiểu học at Tân Thới Nhất 17; Tiểu học at Nguyễn Sỹ Sách; and other listed addresses with phone contacts for each site. These campus options and contact details are provided to assist families in planning visits and submissions.

Scholarships

Pathway Tuệ Đức does not publish traditional scholarships. Tuition discounts are offered under the policy described as tuition incentives. The 2025–2026 information lists the following: Nhà trẻ (18–36 months): 80,910,000–122,760,000 VND per year; Pathway Foundation (3–6): 64,170,000 VND; Pathway Advanced (3–6): 80,910,000 VND; Pathway Elite (3–6): 103,230,000 VND; Pathway Bilingual (3–6): 122,760,000 VND; Tiểu học: 94,000,000–115,000,000 VND; THCS: 99,500,000–126,500,000 VND; THPT: 101,500,000–114,500,000 VND. Fees noted are for the 2025–2026 academic year and do not include facility, extracurricular activities, field trips, boarding, or insurance. There are additional discounts for tuition payment: 7% for paying for the full year; 5% for paying in 3 installments; 2% for paying in 2 installments. Sibling discounts apply: a second child receives 5% off tuition; a third child and beyond receive 10% off tuition (applied after the first two children's payments are fulfilled). There are also campus-specific flexible discount packages. These policies indicate discounts rather than need-based or merit-based scholarships.

Waitlist

There is no published waitlist or pool system described in Pathway Tuệ Đức's admissions pages. The documented admissions flow consists of four steps (information, consultation, entrance assessment, and enrollment) with campus-specific details available for scheduling visits. No separate waitlist policy is publicly documented.

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Saigon International College

Instructs in English

Fees ₫188,181,000 - 197,581,000

Pupils 133

Type Co-educational

Saigon International College (SIC) offers the Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) through the Western Australian School Curriculum and Standards Authority, taught entirely in English. Founded in 2005 as Vietnam's first international college, SIC operates two campuses in Ho Chi Minh City and follows the Western Australian syllabus with ongoing program monitoring by SCSA. The international high school program allows students to select elective subjects aligned with future university majors, including Business Administration, Economics, Accounting-Finance, Psychology, Information Technology, Computer Science, Design, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. Students graduate with a WACE certificate recognized in Australia and around the world, with pathways to universities in the USA, Canada, Europe, Australia, Vietnam, and Singapore. Facilities include a music room, a professional library, a basketball court and gym, modern computer labs, and well-equipped science laboratories. The school emphasizes small class sizes, practical teaching methods, and experiential learning through study tours and field experiences worldwide.

Location

Two campuses in Ho Chi Minh City. Campus 1 is at 184/7 Le Van Sy Street, Phu Nhuan Ward. Campus 2 is at Tran Van Tra Street, Block A, Phu My Hung, Tan My. Campus 2 is operating in 2026.

Stages

Year 10 to Year 12 (upper secondary) under the Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) program.

Type

Public international high school

Additional learning support

Learning Support is provided with specialized functional rooms to support students in learning and practical activities.

Country affiliation

Affiliated with Western Australia (School Curriculum and Standards Authority).

Application & one‑time fees

- Registration (Lệ phí ghi danh): VND 3,500,000 (one‑time per academic year).
- English entrance test fee (Lệ phí kiểm tra tiếng Anh đầu vào): VND 400,000 (per applicant).

Tuition fees by year group (annual and per term)

- Academic year figures published for 2026/27 (annual tuition):
- Grade 10: VND 178,600,000 per year.
- Grade 11: VND 185,650,000 per year.
- Grade 12: VND 188,000,000 per year.

- Billing per term (semester) — school charges tuition by semester. Example semester amounts published for the high‑school program were:
- Grade 10: VND 96,900,000 per semester (equivalent to VND 193,800,000 per year if two semesters).
- Grade 11: VND 100,725,000 per semester (equivalent to VND 201,450,000 per year if two semesters).
- Grade 12: VND 102,000,000 per semester (equivalent to VND 204,000,000 per year if two semesters).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition is billed on a semester basis; parents can expect invoices tied to each term/semester.
- The school encourages fee payment by bank transfer rather than cash and applies Vietnamese Dong (VND) as the billing currency; exchange‑rate conversions apply for foreign currency payments.
- Standard auxiliary charges (insurance, book deposits, meals, optional transport) are billed in addition to tuition and are settled according to the school's invoicing cycle.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not provided; the school operates as a day school with available bus service and on‑site lunch options.

Other costs and recurring charges (examples parents should budget for)

- Temporary textbook deposit / provisional book charge: VND 5,000,000 per year (collected and reconciled at year end).
- Student health insurance: approximately VND 681,000–885,000 per year (amount varies by insurance period).
- Meals: VND 35,000 per portion (meals are optional/billed separately).
- School uniform: uniform is required; cost is paid by families (price varies by supplier and items ordered).
- School bus / transport: optional; fees depend on route/provider and are arranged separately.
- Other potential charges: exam fees, extracurricular activity fees, and incidental supplies may be billed in addition to tuition.

Refund information

- The school's published fee materials note standard administrative handling of textbook deposits and other reconciliations at year‑end and describe scholarship and fee‑support arrangements; no separate, uniform public tuition‑refund schedule was presented alongside the fees above. Parents should review the school's formal admission/fee terms for conditions that affect refunds (departure notice, enrollment changes, scholarship awards).

Fee payment methods and practical instructions

- Bank transfer (payments in VND) is the primary encouraged payment method; bank details and instructions are provided through the school's finance/admissions office. Parents are advised to ensure transfers cover any bank charges and to include the required payment reference (student details). Cash payment is discouraged.

Quick summary (items to expect on first invoice)

- One‑time registration fee: VND 3,500,000.
- Entrance test fee (if applicable): VND 400,000.
- Semester tuition invoice (amount depends on grade).
- Additional charges (insurance, book deposit, lunches, transport, uniforms, exam/extracurricular fees).

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The vision and educational mission of SIC is to inspire and empower students to become confident, compassionate global citizens ready to thrive and contribute meaningfully in an interconnected world.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

English as an Additional Language or Dialect – ATAR & GENERAL is offered for Year 11 & 12; English General is designed for students who speak another language at home and complements the EAL/D ATAR program. SIC English is listed for Year 10. The EAL/D ATAR course develops academic English for tertiary study, while the English General course develops competence in Standard Australian English in a range of contexts.

Mental Wellbeing

The Health Centre is the health and safety hub; the health and safety of all students is SIC's top priority. The SIC Health Centre is operated by a team of highly qualified school nurses. Services include first aid and basic medical care from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday to Friday, ongoing health monitoring and care, health checks, immunisations, and comprehensive health consultations. In case of illness or injury, the nurse will administer first aid and, if advanced emergency treatment is needed, contact parents to arrange treatment at a clinic. Together with families and teachers, SIC strives to maintain the safest and most supportive learning environment; parents are encouraged to contact the school with any concerns regarding their child's personal, social, or academic well-being.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is supported by health and safety measures and a nurse-led Health Centre. In emergencies, the nurse will contact parents to arrange treatment at an agreed clinic, and the school aims to maintain the safest and most supportive learning environment; parents are invited to contact the school with any concerns about their child's personal, social, or academic well-being.

Admissions

1. Admissions open for Grades 10 and 11 each year. Eligible applicants are students currently in Grade 9 or those in Grade 10 who wish to pursue an international curriculum at SIC. Applicants must have at least Good academic performance and conduct and must pass the English proficiency entrance test, which covers Grammar, Listening, and Speaking. 2. For the MOET curriculum: Must have graduated from lower secondary school (THCS) with academic performance and conduct rated Good or higher. Must take and meet the English proficiency entrance exam. Based on the student's application and exam results, SIC will issue an admission notice and provide enrollment instructions. 3. For returning overseas students: SIC will review the student's previous academic records and consider each case individually. Must take and meet the English proficiency entrance exam. Based on the student's application and exam results, SIC will issue an admission notice and provide enrollment instructions. 4. For late enrollment cases: Late applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Depending on the situation, students may be allowed to enroll after the academic year has begun. 5. Application materials: Lower Secondary Graduation Certificate (THCS); Academic transcript or reports; Registration form for the English proficiency entrance test. 6. English proficiency entrance test: All students wishing to enroll must take the English proficiency entrance test. The test consists of three multiple-choice sections: Grammar, Listening, Speaking. Duration is 70 minutes. 7. Test registration schedule: Available on all working days of the week. 8. Test fee: 400,000 VND per test. 9. For consultation and support: Hotline: 028.3997.6043; 028.3997.6044; 0949.793.564.

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