Concordia International School Hanoi vs The Dewey Schools - Tay Ho Tay Campus
Concordia International School Hanoi and The Dewey Schools - Tay Ho Tay Campus are both in Hanoi, about 10 km apart. Both schools offer American programmes. Concordia International School Hanoi also offers Advanced Placement (AP), and The Dewey Schools - Tay Ho Tay Campus also offers IB and Bespoke. Published annual fees are ₫558,034,000 - 1,038,822,000 at Concordia International School Hanoi and ₫180,000,000 - 647,900,000 at The Dewey Schools - Tay Ho Tay Campus, which puts Concordia International School Hanoi roughly 93% higher. Concordia International School Hanoi takes pupils from 4 to 19, and The Dewey Schools - Tay Ho Tay Campus from 3 to 18. The Dewey Schools - Tay Ho Tay Campus is the larger school, with around 1,400 pupils to Concordia International School Hanoi's 555. Typical class sizes are 18 at Concordia International School Hanoi and 32 at The Dewey Schools - Tay Ho Tay Campus.
IB (MYP), IB (DP), American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum
Pupils
Pupils
555
Pupils
1,400
Typical class size
Typical class size
18
Typical class size
32
Instruction language
Instruction language
English
Instruction language
English, Vietnamese
Opened
Opened
2011
Opened
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Bus service
Bus service
Yes
Bus service
Yes
Essentials
Essentials
Location
Location
Concordia International School Hanoi is located within the Van Tri Golf Compound (Kim Nỗ, Đông Anh), Hanoi, Vietnam. The school lies a short drive from Nhat Tan Bridge and is reachable from central Hanoi via roadways connecting through Đông Anh, providing a quieter, suburban-golf-estate setting rather than a busy urban environment.
Location
The Dewey Schools – Tay Ho Tay Campus is located in the Starlake Urban Area, Bac Tu Liem District, Hanoi. This is a newly developed neighbourhood with modern infrastructure and easy access to key parts of the city. The area is accessible by major roads connecting to central Hanoi and nearby residential districts.
Stages
Stages
Concordia serves students from Preschool (age 4) through Grade 12, covering the full span from early childhood up to pre-university secondary education.
Stages
The school provides education from Early Years through High School, following its system-wide structure of *Primary, Middle School and High School* programmes. Students progress through bilingual and international pathways, including the IB MYP and DP at the secondary level. Each stage is designed to support age-appropriate learning and development.
School type
School type
Concordia is a private, non-profit, co-educational international day school. It does not offer boarding facilities.
School type
The Dewey Schools – Tay Ho Tay is a co-educational day school, welcoming both boys and girls.
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 offers English as an Additional Language (EAL) support for non-native English-speaking students. For students with mild learning needs, Concordia provides limited support such as small-group or co-teaching arrangements, and may coordinate external therapies (e.g. occupational therapy or speech & language) as needed. However, the school does not provide formal services for students with significant special learning disabilities, severe physical handicaps, or serious social/behavioural needs.
Additional learning support
The school does not publicly disclose specific information about Special Educational Needs (SEN) support or additional learning support.
Country affiliation
Country affiliation
The school follows a United States (American) curriculum, and its ownership/governance is linked to the U.S.
Country affiliation
The school does not have a formal affiliation with any particular country.
Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation
Concordia International School Hanoi is affiliated with the Lutheran Church–Missouri Synod (LCMS) from the United States.
Religious affiliation
The school does not have any religious affiliations.
School day structure
School day structure
Preschool 4 through high school students study from 8:00 am until 3:00 pm.
School day structure
The school does not publicly disclose information on their day structure. Families are usually informed directly through school handbooks or admissions materials.
Bus service details
Bus service details
Concordia International School Hanoi offers a bus service to help families commute. The school’s admissions and logistical information list availability of bus transport. Families usually pay a separate bus fee (in addition to tuition), and routes are organized to pick up and drop off students.
Bus service details
The Dewey Schools offers an optional school bus service for students, which is managed as part of the school’s transportation support. Parents typically register their children and select routes during admissions or at the start of the school year.
Fees
Fees
Fee details
Fee details
Fees Overview
Application, Enrollment & Deposit Fees
* Application Fee: VND 10,000,000(non-refundable, non-transferable). * Enrollment Fee: VND 37,500,000, payable within one week of acceptance; required once per student unless the student leaves the school for more than two years. This fee is non-refundable. * Tuition Deposit: VND 37,500,000 per student.
Other Fees * Bus Fee: VND 33,000,000 per year (or by semester with 5% finance charge). No pro-rata refund for withdrawal within a semester. * Miscellaneous Costs: May include optional field trips, t-shirts, lunches, and sporting events. * Sibling Discounts: 10% for the 3rd child; 15% for the 4th and subsequent children (tuition only).
Payment Methods
* Payments may be made in VND or USD, with all bank charges paid by the sender. * Card payments incur a 2% convenience fee.
Fee details
Development Fees * Annual Development Fee: VND 10,000,000
Food expenses: * Breakfast: VND 4,625,000 Lunch and afternoon snack are obligatory and differs for each programme
Bus service fee * Under 12km: VND 26,000,000 (same for all grades and programmes) * From 12km onwards: VND 29,000,000 (same for all grades and programmes)
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
Concordia follows a U.S. (American) standards-based curriculum from Preschool through Grade 12. All instruction is in English.
At Elementary level, students study core subjects such as English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, with an emphasis on meeting clear grade-level standards.
Middle School similarly follows the American standards-based framework, offering core courses and electives; students may choose a world language (e.g. Mandarin or Spanish or EAL support) and take classes in Visual Art, Music, Coding & Robotics, Physical Education, and exploratory modules to broaden their learning.
In High School, Concordia offers Advanced Placement (AP) and dual-credit courses: these provide college-level academic options and allow students to tailor their studies to their interests.
For students needing extra help with English, there is an EAL (English as Additional Language) support program to help them reach grade-level proficiency before entering mainstream classes.
Curriculum details
The Dewey Schools - Tay Ho Tay Campus offers a combination of Vietnamese, bilingual, and international programmes across Primary, Middle and High School levels. In secondary school, the campus delivers the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the IB Diploma Programme (DP), both officially recognised as part of its status as an IB International School. The school also provides international pathways through partnerships such as the Mount Vernon School (USA), allowing students to pursue an American-style high school education. Learners follow a curriculum designed to integrate Vietnamese cultural foundations with global competencies, with increasing English-medium instruction at higher grade levels. By the end of high school, students may work toward the IB Diploma or an American dual-diploma pathway, depending on their programme choice.
1. Families start by completing the online application via the school’s “Apply” link and creating a student profile. The school operates rolling admissions for Preschool 4–Grade 12, and advises applying as early as possible because places depend on qualification and seat availability.
2. After starting the application, families must upload all required documents so the profile is complete. These include proof of application fee payment, letters of recommendation (1 for Elementary/Middle; 2 for High School), and student grade reports or transcripts from the past 2–3 years (translated to English for Grades 2–12, with official transcripts for High School). The school also requires a student ID photo, passport photo page(s), visa or resident card for foreign students, and a birth certificate for Vietnamese students.
3. Once all documents are received, the school schedules a formal interview and assessment. All candidates are assessed in four areas: mathematics, reading, writing, and a formal interview. Preschool 4, Reception, and Grade 1 applicants have individual language and ability assessments plus an interview, while applicants for Grades 2–12 take the math and reading portions of the MAP (Measures of Academic Progress), provide a writing sample, and complete the interview. Non-native English speakers also complete a language assessment; these procedures help determine placement and whether additional services (such as EAL or learning support) are needed.
4. After the interview and assessments, the student’s file is reviewed by the Admissions Committee. For Elementary and Middle School applicants, the typical response time is at least one week after all materials are submitted; for High School applicants, the review usually takes two weeks because of the additional credit evaluation needed for graduation planning. Concordia runs rolling admissions, so decisions depend on both the student’s profile and seat availability, and fully qualified applicants may receive “wait pool” status if a grade level is full. Families can contact the Admissions Office by email or phone if they have questions during this stage.
Admissions
1. Parents begin by registering for admission via the school’s admission form and providing basic family and student information. This includes campus and grade level of interest. After registration, families are asked to complete payment of the registration fee and entrance assessment fee.
2. Students then take part in an entrance assessment according to a schedule set by the school. For Grade 1 applicants, this includes experiences focusing on soft skills, logical thinking, and English language. For Grades 2–12, the assessment includes academic checks in Vietnamese Literature, English, and Mathematics which are delivered through interviews and written tests.
3. The school provides assessment results within a maximum of 10 working days after the student has completed the entrance evaluation. This allows families to understand the child’s learning profile and the school’s placement decision within a clear timeframe. Results form the basis for moving forward with the enrolment and class placement process.
4. If the student is accepted, parents proceed to complete the enrolment file as required by the school. At this stage, families also need to finalise financial procedures, which includes paying the required fees according to the school’s guidance. Only when both documents and financial obligations are completed is enrolment considered confirmed.
5. After all steps above are completed, the student officially begins school and starts attending classes according to the school calendar. The school then carries out its normal processes for class placement and ongoing academic and pastoral support.
Scholarships
Scholarships
Concordia International School Hanoi does not publicly disclose that it offers school-wide scholarships or financial aid.
Scholarships
The school states that it organises an annual talent scholarship competition to identify young talents. Through this competition, students can receive scholarships covering from 50% up to 100% of tuition fees. In addition, The Dewey Schools has reward policies for currently enrolled students who achieve strong results in academics, sports, arts and community activities. This acts as a way to encourage them to continue developing their abilities. .
Waitlist
Waitlist
Concordia International School Hanoi operates a wait pool system. According to the school admissions, a student who meets all qualifications for admission but for whom no seat is currently available in the desired grade is placed in wait pool status. When a seat becomes available, students in the wait pool are immediately notified. Thus, admission is not strictly first-come/first-served. Meeting the admission criteria does not guarantee placement unless a seat is open. Wait-pool status is the mechanism used to track qualified but waiting applicants.
Waitlist
The school does not publicly disclose information on any existing waitlist system.
