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Sakura Montessori International Kindergarten (SMIS) operates campuses across Vietnam, including Hanoi, Haiphong, Ha Long (Quảng Ninh), Ho Chi Minh City, and Hà Nội's surrounding provinces. In Hanoi, campuses are located in Thụy Khuê (Ba Đình), Tây Hồ Tây (Bắc Từ Liêm), Tam Trinh (Hoàng Mai), Vạn Phúc (Hà Đông), Phạm Hùng (Nam Từ Liêm), and Le Văn Lương. The network also includes Hai Phong (Sao Đỏ and Luong Khanh Thien), Ha Long, and a campus in Hung Yen, with additional Ho Chi Minh City campuses such as An Phú.
The school serves children from around 12–15 months up to 6 years old. Programs include Standard (age 15 months–6 years), Bilingual Program Explore 1 (12–6 years), Bilingual Program Explore 2 (15 months–6 years), Bilingual Program Discover (15 months–6 years), International Program Adventure 1 (3–6 years), and International Program Adventure 2 (3–6 years).
Private Montessori-focused early childhood network operating as an international school system with multiple campuses. This includes Hanoi, Hai Phong, Ha Long, Hung Yen, and Ho Chi Minh City campuses.
No specific Additional Learning Needs (SEN) provisions are published in SMIS materials. The emphasis is on Montessori pedagogy and English-language programs, with various curricula and learning supports described, but explicit SEN services are not listed.
Affiliated with the International Association of Progressive Montessori (IAPM).
No religious affiliation is stated in SMIS materials.
Some programs run full-day, notably the International Program Adventure 1 and 2. Start and finish times vary by campus and program, with full-day formats explicitly described for the international adventures.
Publicly published information about a school bus service is not provided for all SMIS campuses. Some third-party listings indicate shuttle services for individual campuses (e.g., An Phú, Ho Chi Minh City), but SMIS materials do not consistently publish bus details.
The Sakura Montessori International Kindergarten curriculum blends Montessori pedagogy with international early-childhood standards to support children from around 12 months to 6 years across its campuses. It centers on Montessori domains—Practical Life, Sensorial, Language, Mathematics, Science, Art, and Music—delivered in classrooms equipped with hundreds of hands-on materials matched to development stages. English language instruction follows the US Common Core standards and is delivered by native English-speaking teachers; program tracks include Standard (15 months–6 years), Bilingual Explore 1 (12 months–6) with HighScope Plan-Do-Review, and Bilingual Explore 2 and Bilingual Discover (15 months–6) offering English plus Vietnamese. The International Program Adventure tracks (Adventure 1 and Adventure 2) run full-day English sessions for ages 3–6 to strengthen language use and global readiness. Across campuses there are additional enhancements such as Japanese cultural elements or specialty physical education programs (Jacpa and Aquatos), plus nutrition and enrichment activities, all aligned with Montessori principles and international standards.
Class sizes and exact student–teacher ratios vary by campus; all programs use Montessori-trained teachers and emphasize individualized pacing.
Sakura Montessori emphasizes a loving and caring environment rooted in respect and understanding. Care is extended to everyday needs, including meals and sleep, as part of its wellbeing approach. Staff at campuses include caring teachers with expertise in child psychology and well-trained Montessori practitioners. The curriculum integrates Culture, Sports, and Art and Echo Music to promote holistic development and social interaction. English-language and bilingual programs, delivered by native-speaking teachers, support children's confidence and social integration.
The English-language materials do not publicly disclose information about SEN support, including the kinds of needs served or whether the school is a specialist SEN institution. Public program listings show Standard, Bilingual Explore 1, Bilingual Explore 2, Bilingual Discover, and International Program Adventure 1 and 2, with no SEN-specific provisions described. There is an emphasis on individualized developmental pathways for all children, but this is not framed as formal SEN provision. No explicit SEN policies are published on the English-language site. If SEN information is required, families are advised to contact Sakura Montessori schools for details.
The school offers an English program aligned with the Common Core Standards (USA) and delivered by native English-speaking teachers. There are bilingual programs Explore 1, Explore 2, and Discover that combine English with Vietnamese to support bilingual development. The English program is designed to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in early childhood, and is supported by a CCSS-aligned framework. Mount Vernon School partnered to design the English program for preschoolers, with 100% native English-speaking teachers. The standard program is suitable for ages from 15 months to 6 years old.
The school emphasizes a loving and caring environment, which supports students' mental wellbeing. Staff includes caring teachers with knowledge of child psychology and Montessori training. Culture, Sports, and Art and Echo Music are integrated into the curriculum to promote holistic well-being and engagement. School meals are designed with attention to nutrition and wellbeing. English and bilingual programs support social integration, contributing to emotional well-being.
Publicly accessible English-language materials do not publish safeguarding or child-protection policies. Public materials focus on a loving environment and parental engagement rather than formal safeguarding policies. Parental engagement is emphasized through close school–parent connections, which can support safeguarding. Contact details are publicly listed for inquiries about the school and its programs. For explicit safeguarding information, families should reach out to Sakura Montessori campuses directly.
1. Parent consultation. The admissions process begins with a meeting between the parent and the admissions team to discuss the child's background and the parents' educational goals. The team provides information about Sakura Montessori's facilities, programs, class schedules, tuition, and any current promotions, and they answer questions. Parents are guided through the steps to hold a seat and begin enrollment, and they can indicate which Sakura Montessori campus they are interested in ( campuses include Pham Hung, Thuy Khue, Van Phuc, Tam Trinh, Le Van Luong, as well as other SMIS campuses across Hai Phong, Hanoi, and Ho Chi Minh City).
2. Enrollment registration. After the initial consultation, parents complete the enrollment registration. They then participate in an initial assessment before receiving an enrollment notification. The admissions team will guide the next steps, including which campus is available for the child, and confirm the required documents for processing.
3. Official enrollment. Parents receive an official enrollment notification from the admissions department. They must complete the enrollment documents and pay the tuition fees at least three days before the enrollment date (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays) for both trial and formal programs. On enrollment day, parents should bring the child's personal belongings and be prepared to commence the program.
4. Acclimatization (getting started). There is a structured acclimatization period to help the child settle in. The child attends the class in segments over five days: Day 1 for one hour, Day 2 for two hours, Day 3 for a half-day, and Days 4–5 for a full day without the parent in the classroom. Parents receive the acclimation schedule and should notify the school 24 hours in advance if any changes are needed.
Scholarships and promotions: Sakura Montessori offers scholarships and promotional discounts across its campuses. Prospective families can register in advance to receive promotional offers, and scholarship opportunities are available for multiple campuses, including SMIS Cầu Giấy, Thụy Khuê, Vạn Phúc, Tam Trinh, Tây Hồ Tây, Phạm Hùng, Tố Hữu, Dương Kinh, Hạ Long, An Phú, and Thai Bình. Some scholarship promotions have been publicly advertised as up to 50% of tuition, though eligibility and amounts vary by campus and program. To pursue scholarships, families can use the “Register to receive offers” pathway and inquire at the Admissions/Scholarship area for campus-specific details.
Waitlist / pool: There is no separate, published waitlist process described in the admissions materials. Instead, the process uses a seat-holding step during enrollment. Parents are guided to “register to hold a seat” and arrange a campus visit or tour, which indicates a seat-reservation approach rather than a formal waitlist. This seat-holding step is available across campuses and is part of securing a place in the program.
Shattuck-St. Mary's International School Vietnam is located in Hai Phong, a port city in northern Vietnam. The campus mailing address is Tuyen 19, Anh Dung, Duong Kinh, Hai Phong, Vietnam, which places it in the Haiphong area and is viewable on Google Maps. The Hai Phong location serves the northern region of Vietnam.
The school offers Kindergarten, Elementary, and Secondary divisions. Elementary covers grades 1–5, and Secondary covers grades 6–12; Kindergarten precedes the elementary program. The admissions flow lists Kindergarten through Grade 12 as current grade options.
SSM Vietnam operates as an international day and boarding school with a U.S.-standards-based curriculum. Boarding is offered for students from Grade 7 through Grade 12, with on-campus dormitories.
The school provides social-emotional learning as part of its core program. An on-site health center is available with licensed nurses. Public information also notes access to a US-certified guidance counselor and dedicated student-support staff for learning needs.
SSM Vietnam traces its heritage to Shattuck-St. Mary's in the United States and uses a U.S.-standards-based curriculum, reflecting an American educational lineage. It is presented as the Vietnam extension of Shattuck-St. Mary's International School.
There is no formal religious affiliation indicated for the school in publicly available materials.
The school day begins at 8:15 a.m. and ends at 4:15 p.m., with a full day that includes breaks and lunch. Timings are published for the Vietnam program and are typical of a full-day schedule.
A school bus service is available, with public indications of bus transportation as part of the school's offerings. Specific routes or providers may be arranged upon request.
Boarding life is a shared living experience that fosters camaraderie, independence, and ongoing learning opportunities.
The Vietnam campus operates as Shattuck-St. Mary's International School Vietnam, affiliated with Shattuck-St. Mary's School in Minnesota, founded in 1858; the Vietnam campus continues this legacy.
Shattuck-St. Mary's International School Vietnam provides an American-style, standards-based curriculum taught in English, spanning primary and secondary education. Core subjects include English, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies, supplemented by a broad range of electives and Advanced Placement (AP) options in the upper grades. The program integrates ScholarShift—a blended learning model—with the weCreate Center and Centers of Excellence in Golf, Rowing, Fencing, and Performing Arts to support interdisciplinary learning and graduation requirements. English is the language of instruction, with a strong emphasis on college preparation for admission to universities worldwide. Boarding is available from Grade 7 to Grade 12, and admissions operate on a rolling basis to accommodate new enrollments at the Hai Phong campus, which hosts the international program.
Graduates are prepared for admission to universities worldwide, with a clear emphasis on college readiness and global pathways.
ScholarShift, the weCreate Center, and Centers of Excellence (Golf, Rowing, Fencing, Performing Arts) provide targeted programs and support for advanced learners.
The Shattuck-St. Mary's International School Vietnam provides a Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) program based on the CASEL framework. The program aims to help students understand and manage their emotions, build meaningful relationships, and make responsible, empathetic decisions. Outcomes include strong emotional intelligence, improved interpersonal skills, and resilience that support learning and overall wellbeing. SEL is implemented across Kindergarten, Elementary, and Secondary levels and is connected with After School Activities and other student-life initiatives. Counseling services are available as part of the school's holistic student-support ecosystem.
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision. There is no SEN policy or listed SEN facilities in publicly accessible materials. The school is not described as a specialist SEN institution. As a result, it is not clear which kinds of SEN the school can support or how such support would be delivered. If you require SEN information, please request the most current official statements from the admissions office.
Evidence of English as an Additional Language (EAL) support exists in the staff roster. The Our Team listing includes an English Language Learners role and English Language Arts (ELA) teachers among the faculty. Examples include an English Language Learners position and ELA teaching roles. This indicates that EAL support is integrated into the teaching model. Detailed public descriptions of an EAL program are not published.
Mental wellbeing is addressed through the SEL program, which is CASEL-based. The Health Center is on campus and staffed by licensed nurses who provide immediate care and coordinate health protocols during campus events, contributing to students' physical and mental wellbeing. Health policies include weather and air-quality guidelines, management of food allergies, and procedures for illness during the day. Counseling is listed as a student-life resource, and a guidance counselor appears among the staff, indicating formal mental-health support within the school. Together, SEL, counseling, and on-site health services form a holistic approach to student wellbeing.
Public safeguarding and child-protection policies are not publicly disclosed. The Health Center emphasizes health and safety measures, including weather and air-quality guidelines, food-allergy protocols, and illness procedures, as part of safeguarding the school community. Media reports in January 2026 indicate Hai Phong authorities ordered Shattuck-St. Mary's Vietnam to stop enrollment and halt educational activities pending licensing. The same reports note enrollments occurred without official decisions approving establishment or operation. The regulatory status raised questions about safeguarding and student protections during this transitional period.
1. Inquiry and initial contact. Prospective families express interest by submitting an inquiry form, and the Admissions Team will reach out to provide program details and next steps. The school communicates that admissions operate on a rolling basis with no fixed application deadline, so space is allocated as applications are received; however, submitting early is strongly encouraged to improve the chance of placement.
3) Admissions assessment and admission decision. Applicants undergo assessments (including English and math-related evaluations) along with review of academic records and letters of recommendation; the Admissions Team and Principal determine eligibility and whether to offer admission. As part of the 2025-2026 offerings, the school introduced a Tuition Grant that reduces tuition by 50% for eligible students in Grades 1–10 for the 2025-2026 school year; this program is not available concurrently with other financial aid or scholarships. After a successful admission offer, a seat-hold deposit is required to confirm enrollment (details below). The 2025-2026 tuition and related costs are substantial and vary by program, with day and boarding options influencing total annual costs.
2) Application submission and documents. After the inquiry, families complete an application form and provide supporting documents as part of the admissions process. The school emphasizes a streamlined, document-driven review process, with rolling admissions continuing year-round as long as space remains. There is no formal waitlist published; admissions are handled on a space-available basis and on a rolling basis.
