British Vietnamese International School (BVIS) Hanoi vs Japanese International School Hanoi
British Vietnamese International School (BVIS) Hanoi and Japanese International School Hanoi are both in Hanoi, about 6 km apart. Both schools offer Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels and EYFS programmes. British Vietnamese International School (BVIS) Hanoi also offers IPC, and Japanese International School Hanoi also offers Cambridge International AS Levels and Japanese. Published annual fees are ₫251,700,000 - 636,000,000 at British Vietnamese International School (BVIS) Hanoi and ₫150,000,000 - 400,000,000 at Japanese International School Hanoi, which puts British Vietnamese International School (BVIS) Hanoi roughly 61% higher. British Vietnamese International School (BVIS) Hanoi takes pupils from 2 to 18, and Japanese International School Hanoi from 3 to 18. British Vietnamese International School (BVIS) Hanoi is the larger school, with around 1,000 pupils to Japanese International School Hanoi's 446. Typical class sizes are 25 at British Vietnamese International School (BVIS) Hanoi and 26 at Japanese International School Hanoi.
IPC (International Primary Curriculum), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Curriculum
Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Japanese Curriculum
Pupils
Pupils
1,000
Pupils
446
Typical class size
Typical class size
25
Typical class size
26
Instruction language
Instruction language
English, Vietnamese
Instruction language
English, Japanese
Opened
Opened
2013
Opened
2016
Bus service
Bus service
Yes
Bus service
Yes
Essentials
Essentials
Location
Location
BVIS Hanoi is located in Royal City, 72A Nguyen Trai Street, Thanh Xuan District, Hanoi. Royal City is a large residential and commercial complex with access to major roads and public transport links across the city.
Location
JIS is located at 84A Nguyễn Thanh Bình, phường Vạn Phúc, quận Hà Đông, Hà Nội, Vietnam. The campus sits within the Hà Đông district of Hanoi and is accessible via road.
Stages
Stages
The school is organized into Early Years, Primary, Secondary, and Sixth Form (A-Level). Students begin from age 2 in the Early Years Foundation Stage and continue through IGCSE and A-Level pathways. Each section has its own curriculum structure and specialist teaching teams.
Stages
JIS provides a full through-school experience from Early Years / Kindergarten, through Primary, through Lower Secondary (Middle School), to Upper Secondary (High School / Grade 12). For preschool (mầm non), there are different streams including Japanese Programme, Cambridge International Programme and a Bilingual Programme.
School type
School type
BVIS Hanoi is a co-educational day school. The school does not offer boarding, and all students attend on a day-school basis.
School type
JIS is co-educational (boys and girls attend together). The school also offers boarding (residential) facilities for students from primary level upwards.
Pupil nationality mix
Pupil nationality mix
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Pupil nationality mix
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Additional learning support
Additional learning support
The school provides English as an Additional Language (EAL) support for students who need help developing English proficiency (Secondary Parent Handbook). Vietnamese language and cultural subjects are also offered for students maintaining Vietnamese literacy. No specialized Special Educational Needs (SEN) department or programs are listed on the official website.
Additional learning support
The school does not publicly disclose information on additional learning support.
Country affiliation
Country affiliation
The school follows the English National Curriculum and is part of Nord Anglia Education, but it does not have a formal affiliation with a specific country beyond its British-style curriculum framework.
Country affiliation
Japanese International School Hanoi is affiliated with Japan, it follows the Japanese education model as part of its offer, alongside international curricula.
Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation
BVIS Hanoi has no religious affiliation and does not identify with or teach any religious tradition.
Religious affiliation
The school has no religious affiliations.
School day structure
School day structure
According to the school’s parent handbook, the school day generally begins around 8:00 AM and ends in the mid-afternoon, with scheduled breaks and lunchtime varying by section (Early Years, Primary, and Secondary have slightly different timings). Each section follows its own timetable, including subject blocks and specialist lessons.
School day structure
The school does not publicly disclose information on day structure.
Bus service details
Bus service details
BVIS Hanoi offers a school bus service for families who require transport. The service is operated by an external provider arranged by the school, with routes covering key residential areas in Hanoi. Bus fees are charged separately from tuition, and families register through the admissions or transportation office.
Bus service details
Japanese International School provides bus service for families.
Tuition Fees (Per Year) Fees are billed annually or by term (three terms per year).
* F1- F2: VND 251,700,000 per year * F3: VND 340,800,000 per year * Year 1: VND 461,900,000 per year * Year 2–6: VND 477,000,000 per year * Year 7: VND 560,200,000 per year * Year 8–9: VND 570,500,000 per year * Year 10–11 (IGCSE): VND 583,500,000 per year * Year 12–13 (A-Level): VND 636,000,000 per year
The official fee schedule notes that tuition includes school lunches, day trips, and student insurance. Tuition is payable annually or termly, with three equal term payments if choosing the term-by-term option.
Additional Costs * Uniform: Charged separately at the school shop.
Refund Policy Applicants withdrawing after acceptance may forfeit the registration fee; tuition refunds follow the withdrawal timelines published in the admissions policy.
Tuition Fees • Kindergarten: 150,000,000 VND/year (75,000,000 VND per semester) • Primary (Grades 1–5): 240,000,000 VND/year (120,000,000 VND per semester). • Lower Secondary (Grades 6–9): 260,000,000 VND/year (130,000,000 VND per semester). • Upper Secondary (Grades 10–12): 280,000,000 VND/year (140,000,000 VND per semester). • Cambridge IGCSE Pathway: 338,000,000 VND/year (169,000,000 VND per semester). • Cambridge AS & A Level: 400,000,000 VND/year (200,000,000 VND per semester).
Boarding Fees • Boarding (for students aged 6 and up): 8,000,000 VND/month. This includes room, utilities, meals (breakfast & dinner weekdays; three meals on weekends) and evening study support.
Other Costs & Fees • Meals: Charged daily by age group • Uniforms & Learning Materials: – Kindergarten: ~1,860,000 VND to cover uniforms and class materials. – Grades 1–12: ~3,920,000 VND for uniforms and ~2,500,000 VND for basic learning materials; Health insurance ~800,000 VND for students aged 6+. • School Bus Services: Fees vary by distance and are paid monthly; sibling discounts apply.
Billing Schedule & Payment Terms • Payment Deadlines: Tuition must be paid before each semester’s start. Early full-year payment qualifies for a 5% or 2% discount depending on timing. • Sibling Discounts: 5% off tuition for two children; 10–15% for three or more siblings.
Refund & Cancellation Policy • If withdrawing within Semester 1, parents may receive a refund for Semester 2 tuition paid, after discounts are applied. This is provided that the school receives written withdrawal notice at least 60 days before the semester end. • Refunds for bus and boarding fees are prorated by unused months after a 7-day written notice.
Payment Options • Fees can be paid annually or by semester, with discounts for early full-year payment. Payments are typically made by bank transfer to the school’s account.
Diving deeper
Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements
Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements
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Uniform requirement
Uniform requirement
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Uniform requirement
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Food options
Food options
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Food options
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House system
House system
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House system
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Governance and ownership
Governance and ownership
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Governance and ownership
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Academics
Academics
Curriculum details
Curriculum details
The British Vietnamese International School (BVIS) Hanoi delivers a bilingual programme that combines the English National Curriculum with Vietnamese language and cultural studies. Children in the Early Years follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), taught in both English and Vietnamese. In Primary School, students continue with a bilingual model that includes the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) alongside core subjects in English and Vietnamese. In Secondary School (Years 7–9), students follow the English National Curriculum with specialist subjects taught mainly in English while continuing Vietnamese studies. Students in Years 10–11 take Cambridge IGCSE courses, and those in Years 12–13 can pursue Cambridge International A Levels or the school’s High School Diploma pathway. Throughout all stages, the school also integrates specialist programmes such as Juilliard Performing Arts and MIT STEAM, which extend the core curriculum.
Curriculum details
Japanese International School offers a blend of Japanese education and international programmes from early years through secondary school. At the early years and primary level, students can follow the Japan International Program (JIP), where Japanese teachers deliver core subjects based on Japanese curriculum approaches, with added Vietnamese literacy and English learning integrated as appropriate.
Secondary students continue in the Japanese International Program with deeper study in science and other core areas, or they may pursue pathways that prepare for both Vietnamese high school graduation and potential study in Japan.
Alongside the Japanese curriculum, JIS also offers the Cambridge International Programme for students progressing toward IGCSE and Cambridge AS & A Level qualifications, providing internationally recognised assessments in secondary years.
Together these pathways cover fundamental subjects across all ages and culminate in recognized secondary qualifications suited to further education in Vietnam, Japan or globally.
1. Make an enquiry First, you contact the school’s admissions team via their online enquiry form, phone or email. This begins the process and gives you a chance to ask about entry requirements, availability, and any specific needs.
2. Take a tour or virtual meeting You and your child are invited to visit the campus for a guided tour; alternatively, if you are not in Hanoi, the school can arrange a personalized virtual meeting. This helps you get a feel for the school environment.
3. Submit an application with supporting documents You complete the online application and submit required documents , such as birth certificate or passport, a recent school report, medical insurance card, and SEN documentation. Non-Vietnamese applicants or expatriates will also need passport/visa. Along with the application, you’ll need to pay the application fee.
4. Entrance assessment (and possibly interview) After documents are accepted, your child will be invited to an age-appropriate entrance assessment. For younger ages this may involve play-based assessment; older children take tests appropriate to their level. An interview with a senior staff member helps the school understand academic level and personal needs.
5. Offer and acceptance If the assessment is successful and there is a place available, the school will offer a place normally within five days of application and assessment. You then accept the offer and pay the non-refundable registration fee to secure the place.
6. Placement and integration Once accepted, the school works with your family to integrate your child into the right class / year group. New students may start at any time; BVIS Hanoi accepts applications and admissions all year round.
Admissions
1. Step 1: Gather Information Parents begin by learning about JIS through the school’s published materials, online information, consultations with the admissions office, or direct visits. This includes understanding the learning environment, curriculum options (e.g., Japanese, Cambridge and linked programmes), teaching methods, staff, facilities, and financial policies before applying.
2. Step 2: Submit a Registration Form Parents must complete the online registration form on the school’s website. This form asks for details such as the student’s name, birthdate, current class, and parent contact information.
3. Step 3: Pay the Registration Fee After registering, parents are required to pay a registration fee of 5,000,000 VND per student. The fee is transferred to the school’s designated bank account.
4. Step 4: Schedule the Admissions Interview/Test Once the registration fee is confirmed, the admissions office schedules a selection interview or test session. These are held on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons, with different time slots for Kindergarten versus Primary/Secondary levels.
5. Step 5: Attend the Assessment Day On the day of admission, parents and students participate in the selection process. For Kindergarten, parents and children attend the interview together; for Primary, the child participates with a parent present for a psychological skills check. For Secondary (THCS/THPT), the student completes their assessment independently.
6. Step 6: Receive Results After the assessment, the school notifies families of the outcome. Parents are contacted with information about acceptance or further steps, and the admissions office remains available for follow-up support as needed.
Scholarships
Scholarships
* BVIS Hanoi offers a Scholarship Programme for students entering Year 12 (Sixth Form / A-Levels). * Scholarships are awarded in three categories: Academic Excellence, Artistic Talent, and Extraordinary Achievement.\ * The scholarships grant a fee reduction between 10% and 50% of school fees. * To keep the scholarship for the full two years (Years 12 and 13), the student must maintain good academic performance and conduct, according to the school’s Scholarship Committee and internal policies. * Scholarships are only awarded if candidates meet the school’s entry requirements for 16+ entry and satisfy the criteria for merit as judged by the Committee.
Scholarships
Japanese International School Hanoi does not provide any information about scholarships.
Waitlist
Waitlist
The school does not indicate that it operates a formal waitlist or pool system. It states that applications are accepted all year round and that children may join at any point during the academic year. No additional information about waitlist procedures or class-capacity management is publicly disclosed.
Waitlist
Japanese International School Hanoi does not provide any information about any existing waitlist.
