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Curriculum EYFS (Early years foundation stage), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages English
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
Uppingham Hung Yen is opening in August 2026 on a purpose-built 4.7-hectare site in Ecopark, Hung Yen, Vietnam, as part of the Uppingham School network with sister schools in the United Kingdom and Cairo. The campus sits 25 minutes from Hanoi, in a growing community that blends urban convenience with natural surroundings. The school teaches a British curriculum from Early Years through IGCSE and offers a Sixth Form A-Level pathway. The Foundation Stage (ages 3–5) follows the UK Early Years Foundation Stage framework, delivered by qualified teachers through a play-based, holistic approach. Junior and Primary education follow the English National Curriculum, with strong emphases on English, Mathematics, and Science, plus extensive co-curriculars in sports, music and the arts. Distinctive features include a robust music program with world-class artist visits, a theatre program, and arts and design provision. The school places pastoral care, leadership development, and international-mindedness at its core worldwide.
Executive Office Area, Van Giang Commercial and Tourism Urban Area, Phung Cong Commune, Hung Yen Province, Vietnam
The Essentials
Uppingham Hung Yen has instruction in English.
Location
Executive Office Area, Van Giang Commercial and Tourism Urban Area, Phung Cong Commune, Hung Yen Province, Vietnam.
Stages
Junior School: Foundation Stage (ages 3–5) and Primary (Years 1–6, ages 5–11); Senior School (ages 11–16); Sixth Form (ages 16–18).
Additional learning support
English as an Additional Language (EAL) support with specialist teachers; small-group or one-on-one sessions; full curriculum access.
Country affiliation
United Kingdom
School day structure
Foundation Stage days are structured to balance routine, exploration and joyful learning.
Fees
Application fees
- No published application or registration fee amount is available for Uppingham Hung Yen for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years.
Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)
- No published tuition schedule listing per-term or per-year fees by year group is available for Uppingham Hung Yen for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years. The school has not provided fee figures by year group or term.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- No published billing schedule or formal payment terms (for example: annual, termly, instalments, payment deadlines, penalties or discounts) are available for Uppingham Hung Yen for 2026/27 or 2025/26.
Boarding fees (if applicable)
- There is no published statement of boarding provision or boarding fee amounts specifically for the Hung Yen campus. It is not possible to confirm whether boarding places (and corresponding fees) will be offered at the Hung Yen campus from the publicly available material.
Other costs or fees (uniform, transport, lunches, activities, deposits, enrolment fees, etc.)
- No published uniform price list or uniform cost information is available for Uppingham Hung Yen. - The school states that it will run a daily minibus service and notes that bus routes and fees will be updated when confirmed; no specific bus-fee amounts are published. - No published information is available about other ancillary charges (meals, activity fees, exam fees, ICT/device charges, deposit or enrolment fees) for 2026/27 or 2025/26.
Refund information
- No publicly available refund, withdrawal or fee-cancellation policy (including terms for leaving mid-term, refunds of deposits, or arrangements when a place is not taken up) has been published for Uppingham Hung Yen for 2026/27 or 2025/26.
Fee payment options
- No published details exist about accepted payment methods (for example credit card, bank transfer, local currency vs. foreign currency, online payment portals or third-party processors) for Uppingham Hung Yen.
- A staff recruitment brief for Uppingham Hung Yen lists a benefit of a tuition fee waiver for up to two children per family for employees; this is presented as an employee benefit and does not provide general fee levels.
Summary of findings and next administrative action (concise)
- Uppingham Hung Yen is preparing to open in August 2026 and admissions for August 2026 are open, but the school has not published any fee schedule, application fee amounts, billing timetable, boarding fees, uniform costs, refund policy, or payment-method details for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years in the publicly available material reviewed. For clarity or confirmation of fees, use the school's published contact channels: Admissions: admissions@uppingham.edu.vn; Phone: +84 76 866 8080.
Academics
Uppingham Hung Yen teaches EYFS (Early years foundation stage), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
Foundation Stage (ages 3–5) follows the UK Early Years Foundation Stage framework with seven areas of learning: communication and language; physical development; personal, social and emotional development; literacy; mathematics; understanding the world; expressive arts and design. Foundation learning is delivered by qualified teachers through a play-based, holistic approach. Junior School is guided by the English National Curriculum. Primary School (Year 1–Year 6) builds on the UK National Curriculum for England, with a strong emphasis on English, Mathematics and Science and extensive co-curricular and enrichment in sports, music and the arts.
Exam Results
IGCSE is offered as a globally recognised secondary curriculum. A Levels are internationally recognised and support study at top universities worldwide. Published results show a high level of achievement with a 100% overall pass rate in most years (2020–2022, 2024–2025) and 99.8% in 2023; top grades (A/A and above) are achieved by a substantial portion of entries. GCSE results show high proportions of top grades (9–8/A, 9–7/A) across 2020–2025, indicating strong performance and progression to international universities.
Higher Education Progression
Pupils go on to study at Harvard, Oxford, Cambridge and other top-ranked global universities.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school fosters a Sense of Community and Belonging where staff, pupils and parents work in partnership to build proactive and responsive pastoral systems, ensuring every pupil is safe and well cared for. Pastoral Care enables pupils to manage their own physical and mental health, solve problems, and develop habits of resilience. Any pastoral difficulties are identified early and followed by prompt and effective individual support. Holistic Development is delivered through a varied co-curricular programme focusing on creativity, physical literacy, leadership, service, entrepreneurship and personal development. Pupils reach their full potential as global, self-aware citizens.
Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is central to our pastoral ethos. Pastoral care focuses on helping pupils build confidence and resilience to cope with life's ups and downs within a stable, nurturing community. The pastoral network provides clear structures for support through the House System, with dedicated House Parents and tutors offering daily guidance and advocacy. A proactive and compassionate approach addresses concerns early, ensuring students receive timely, individualized care. The aim is for pupils to thrive personally and academically and to become confident, compassionate and enthusiastic global citizens.
Safeguarding
Safeguarding is embedded in the pastoral framework. A Sense of Community and Belonging ensures staff, pupils and parents work in partnership to keep every pupil safe and well cared for. The pastoral network identifies concerns early and provides prompt, compassionate and expert care when needed. Structures such as the House System and clear expectations support security, responsible behaviour and mutual respect.
Admissions
Admissions
Applications for August 2026 are open. The Admissions journey has three steps: Visit our campus (Visiting Days and Personal Visits bookable via a form), Make an enquiry (complete the Application Form and the school responds with any questions and required documentation), and Assessment interviews (an on-campus interview with preparation guidance). Admissions policy emphasizes enthusiasm, appropriate academic ability and independence to engage with the school's wide range of activities. The 2025 calendar shows Start of Term on 24 August 2025, End of Term on 8 December 2025, Vietnam Public Holiday from 31 August 2025 to 2 September 2025, Mid-Term Break from 10 to 19 October 2025, and End of Term Holiday from 19 December 2025 to 3 January 2026. An expression of interest is submitted via the Application Form.
FAQs
Where is Uppingham Hung Yen located and what ages does it serve?
Uppingham Hung Yen is on a purpose-built 4.7-hectare site in Ecopark, Hung Yen Province, Vietnam. The school serves students aged 3 to 18, from Foundation Stage through Sixth Form.
What curriculum levels does Uppingham Hung Yen offer across the year groups?
Foundation Stage (ages 3–5) follows the UK Early Years Foundation Stage framework. Junior School uses the English National Curriculum, Primary (Year 1–Year 6) builds on the UK National Curriculum for England, and the Senior School (11–16) plus Sixth Form (16–18) offer IGCSE and A-Levels.
What is the admissions process for August 2026 intake?
Applications for August 2026 are open. The admissions journey has three steps: visiting the campus (bookable visits or personal visits), submitting an enquiry via the Application Form, and attending an on-campus assessment interview with preparation guidance.
Are there published application fees or tuition costs for 2026/27?
No specific fee amounts are published. The school notes an application fee exists, but the exact amount isn't provided, and there is no published tuition schedule by year group or term.
What exams does Uppingham Hung Yen offer and how have results been?
IGCSE is offered as the secondary curriculum, followed by A-Levels. The school reports strong results, with a 100% overall pass rate in most years (2020–2022, 2024–2025) and 99.8% in 2023; top grades A*/A or above are achieved by many entries.
Where do graduates typically study for higher education?
Graduates have progressed to top global universities, including Harvard, Oxford, Cambridge and other leading universities worldwide.
What is the campus like and where is it located?
The campus is a 4.7-hectare, purpose-built site in Ecopark, Hung Yen, about 25 minutes from Hanoi. It opens in August 2026 and sits within Uppingham's international network.
What kind of co-curricular and enrichment facilities does the school offer?
Uppingham Hung Yen places strong emphasis on co-curriculars with extensive enrichment in sports, music and the arts, supported by a broad programme of clubs and activities across many disciplines.
What enrichment opportunities are available to students?
Students can join clubs such as debating, drone racing, linguistics, games club, philosophy, science reading, memory skills, songwriting, beekeeping, electronics and a classical film society, alongside numerous musical clubs and a comprehensive sports offering.
How does Uppingham Hung Yen support leadership and personal development?
Enrichment experiences are designed to build leadership, initiative, collaboration and responsibility. The House System and pastoral leadership roles provide daily guidance and opportunities to lead within the school community.
What English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is available?
There is EAL support with specialist teachers, offering small-group or one-on-one sessions and full curriculum access.
How is wellbeing, safeguarding and mental health supported?
Pastoral care is central, with a Sense of Community and Belonging; a House System provides daily guidance through House Parents and tutors, backed by nurses and counsellors for safeguarding and wellbeing.
Does Uppingham Hung Yen have a House System and what is its role?
Yes. The House System is the heart of the pastoral community, offering daily guidance and advocacy and fostering a family-like sense of belonging for students.
What can families expect in terms of school culture and communication?
The school aims for a warm, inclusive and aspirational community, with regular, meaningful communication between families and staff and a strong focus on wellbeing and pastoral support.
What academic outcomes do students achieve in IGCSE and A-Levels?
Students achieve strong results across IGCSE and A-Levels, with high proportions of top grades (A*/A or 9-8) and high overall pass rates across years.
Is Uppingham Hung Yen part of a wider Uppingham network, and what does that mean for students?
Yes, it is part of Uppingham's global network with sister schools in the United Kingdom and Cairo, offering a consistent British curriculum heritage and international university pathways.
What language is used for instruction and how is language study integrated?
English is the language of instruction throughout; core subjects are taught in English under the UK National Curriculum, and an Arts and Languages strand integrates language study across the curriculum.
Are there bilingual or immersion language programs at the Hung Yen campus?
There is no information published about bilingual or immersion language programs; language provision centers on English as the language of instruction with integrated language study.
What is the history of Uppingham Hung Yen and its connection to Uppingham School?
Uppingham Hung Yen inherits Uppingham School's near-450-year legacy; Uppingham School in the UK was founded in 1584 and chartered in 1587, with the Hung Yen campus opening in August 2026 under the leadership of founding Headmistress Kirsty J Lowery.
Are there community events and opportunities for parent engagement?
The school emphasizes a warm, inclusive community with regular, meaningful communication with families and a strong pastoral framework that involves families as partners in pupil wellbeing and development.
