KGS International School (Hanoi) vs TH School - Hoa Lac Campus
KGS International School (Hanoi) and TH School - Hoa Lac Campus are both in Hanoi, about 22 km apart. Both schools offer Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge A Levels programmes. KGS International School (Hanoi) also offers Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary) and Korean, and TH School - Hoa Lac Campus also offers IEYC, IPC, IMYC and British. Published annual fees are ₫288,970,000 - 394,050,000 at KGS International School (Hanoi) and ₫286,000,000 - 671,000,000 at TH School - Hoa Lac Campus, which puts TH School - Hoa Lac Campus roughly 40% higher. KGS International School (Hanoi) takes pupils from 6 to 18, and TH School - Hoa Lac Campus from 2 to 18. KGS International School (Hanoi) is the larger school, with around 600 pupils to TH School - Hoa Lac Campus's 141. Typical class sizes are 24 at KGS International School (Hanoi) and 22 at TH School - Hoa Lac Campus.
Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, Korean Curriculum
Curriculum
IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), IPC (International Primary Curriculum), IMYC (International Middle Years Curriculum), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Pupils
Pupils
600
Pupils
141
Typical class size
Typical class size
24
Typical class size
22
Instruction language
Instruction language
English, Korean, Vietnamese
Instruction language
English, Vietnamese
Opened
Opened
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Opened
2018
Bus service
Bus service
Yes
Bus service
Yes
Essentials
Essentials
Location
Location
The Korea Global School Hanoi (KGS Hanoi) campus is located in Nam Tu Liem District, Hanoi, Vietnam. The street address is No.1 Trinh Van Bo Street, Phuong Canh Ward, Nam Tu Liem District, Hanoi.
Location
The Hòa Lạc campus sits in Hòa Lạc Hi-Tech Park on the western outskirts of Hanoi, a spacious, planned education and technology area approximately 25–30 km from the city centre. This locations places the school within reachable distance of international flights, expatriate housing areas, and city amenities.
Stages
Stages
Primary School (from grade 1 to grade 6); Middle School (from grade 7 to grade 9); High School (senior program).
Stages
TH School campus serves students from Early Years through to Grade 12. The school structure includes Kindergarten, Primary, Middle and Secondary (including IGCSE and A-Levels), covering ages 2 to 18.
School type
School type
KGS Hanoi is a private international school. It is part of the Korea Global School network and offers a curriculum that combines the Cambridge international program with Korean education, delivering instruction in English, Korean, and Vietnamese.
School type
TH School Chua Boc campus is a co-educational day and boarding school.
Pupil nationality mix
Pupil nationality mix
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Pupil nationality mix
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Additional learning support
Additional learning support
The Admissions Regulations state that the school's current support systems and facilities are unable to accommodate pupils with special needs.
Additional learning support
TH School offers English support classes (EAL) as part of its inclusive services, listed under student support services on its official materials.
TH School provides Special Educational Needs (SEN) support as part of its Student Support Services. The school states that SEN refers to “learning differences and disabilities” that may limit access to the curriculum. It offers individualised accommodations, including targeted small-group instruction, one-to-one support, in-class assistance and the use of assistive technology where appropriate. These supports are planned collaboratively by teachers and learning support specialists. TH School does not describe itself as a specialist SEN institution.
Country affiliation
Country affiliation
The school has a Korean country affiliation; it is part of the Korea Global School network of Korean international schools.
Country affiliation
TH School campus does not have a formal country affiliation.
Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation
No religious affiliation is indicated in the available materials.
Religious affiliation
TH School has no religious affiliation.
School day structure
School day structure
The school day starts at 08:00. Primary classes finish at 15:00; Middle and High School classes finish at 16:30.
School day structure
TH School does not disclose information on their day structure.
Bus service details
Bus service details
A school bus service is available.
Bus service details
TH School offers a school bus service for day students, with two-way and one-way annual fee options. The service also supports boarding students travelling between Hoa Lac and the Chùa Bộc campus on boarding weekends
Fees
Fees
Fee details
Fee details
Application fees
- Admission test (application) fee: USD 50. - One‑time admission (enrolment) fee: VND 42,032,000. This one‑time admission fee is payable after an offer and must be paid by the day before the start of school; the admission fee is non‑refundable if admission is cancelled.
Tuition fees by year group (per semester and per year)
- Primary (Grades 1–6) - Per year: VND 288,970,000. - Per semester (typical two‑semester year): VND 144,485,000.
- Lower secondary / Middle (Grades 7–9) - Per year: VND 341,510,000. - Per semester (typical): VND 170,755,000.
- Upper secondary / High School (Grades 10–12) - Per year: VND 394,050,000. - Per semester (typical): VND 197,025,000.
Discounts and scholarship notes (fee adjustments that affect charged tuition)
- Founding scholarship: 15% off tuition for the first 100 students enrolled before 22/12/2024 (applies for continuous enrolment). - Excellence scholarships: up to ten awards of 50% tuition; specific IGCSE scholarships (including up to 100% tuition for a small number of top IGCSE candidates) are also listed. - Sibling discounts: 5% on remaining tuition for a second child, 10% for a third (and subsequent) child while siblings attend simultaneously. - Late‑enrolment rules: specific pro‑rata/percentage rules apply depending on whether enrolment happens in the first or second half of a semester (examples: second half of Semester 1 charged at 90% for Semester 1 plus 100% for Semester 2, etc.).
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Timing: The admission fee must be paid by the day before the start of school after receiving the admission offer; tuition invoices include payment due dates. - Payment frequency: Tuition is normally billed by semester (two semesters per academic year) with the amounts above shown as either semester or annual totals. - Late enrolment billing: specific percentages apply to tuition liability depending on the date of enrolment during the academic year (detailed rules are published by the school). - Refunds and returns: Tuition refunds are processed after move‑out processing; routine refunds are typically returned within 7 days after completion of move‑out processing (if a tax invoice has been issued, processing may take longer). The admission fee and the admission test fee are non‑refundable. - Textbooks, teaching aids, lunch and bus: these are charged separately; lunch and school bus fees are announced and collected by semester. - Uniforms: exchange or return permitted only within 7 days of purchase (new, unworn items only).
Boarding fees (if applicable)
- Boarding is not listed among the school fee items published for KGS Hanoi; no separate boarding fee schedule is published for the Hanoi campus.
Other costs and typical additional charges
- Textbooks and teaching aids: additional, charged separately per grade; parents are advised to expect separate invoices for curriculum materials. - Lunch (school meals): charged separately and billed by semester or month as announced. - School bus / transportation: charged separately and billed by semester or month as announced. - Uniforms: purchase cost not included in tuition; exchange/return policy applies (7 days for new, unworn items). - Examination fees / external exam costs (e.g., Cambridge/IGCSE/IGCSE exam fees) are normally additional where applicable. - Any minor administrative or consumable charges (activities, excursions, specialist resources) are charged as announced.
Refund information (key points)
- Admission test fee: non‑refundable after payment. - Admission (enrolment) fee: non‑refundable if admission is cancelled for any reason. - Tuition refunds: subject to the school's payment/refund standards; refunds are normally returned within 7 days after move‑out processing is completed, though issuance of tax invoices may extend that period. Specific prorated refund percentages apply for mid‑semester transfers and departures.
Fee payment options
- Accepted methods: cash at the administration office or bank transfer. - Currencies: payments may be accepted in either Vietnamese Dong (VND) or US Dollars (USD); when paying in USD the invoice exchange rate stated on the invoice will be applied.
Fee details
Application Fees • Application Fee: 2,000,000 VND payable when submitting the application form.
Enrollment and Deposits • Enrollment Fee: 20,000,000 VND, a non-refundable fee payable once upon acceptance to secure a place. • Security Deposit: 15,000,000 VND per student, refundable when the student leaves the school with at least 60 calendar days’ written notice.
Boarding Fees • Boarding Fee: 65,000,000 VND per year. A 10% discount is offered if the boarding fee is paid in full for the year.
Other Costs • Bus Service: Two-way: 28,000,000 VND/year; One-way: 21,000,000 VND/year. • Specialised club or overseas trip fees may apply beyond the base tuition.
Billing and Payment Terms • Tuition fees must be paid in advance either: • Annually (one full payment) — early payment discounts may apply; or • Termly: • Payments can be made by bank transfer, credit/debit card at reception, or online.
Refund Policy • If the Annual Tuition Fee has been fully paid and the school receives at least 60 calendar days’ written notice prior to withdrawal, a prorated refund is offered: • Term 1 withdrawal: 50% refund • Term 2 withdrawal: 20% refund • Term 3 withdrawal: no refund • Security deposits are returned upon leaving with appropriate notice.
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
KGS Hanoi offers an integrated Cambridge International and Korean education program across Primary (grades 1–6), Middle (grades 7–9), and High School, with instruction in English, Korean, and Vietnamese, and is licensed by the Vietnamese Ministry of Education and Training. Primary School (grades 1–6) emphasizes a robust knowledge base, multilingual proficiency (English, Korean, Vietnamese) and reading, with emphasis on self-directed learning and enriched experiences. Middle School (grades 7–9) builds on the foundation with additional Korean-language study and the Cambridge program, fostering creativity, critical thinking, and cultural understanding. High School provides personalized pathways, integrates Cambridge with Korean education, broadens access to universities worldwide, and offers AP courses plus IELTS, TOEFL, and SAT exam preparation. The curriculum supports university readiness and global citizenship through career guidance and project-based learning.
Curriculum details
TH School’s curriculum spans Early Years through Secondary, integrating internationally recognised programmes with Vietnamese language and culture studies.
In Kindergarten and early Primary, students follow the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) and International Primary Curriculum (IPC), with about 80% of instruction in English and 20% in Vietnamese for core local studies such as Vietnamese language, history and geography.
For Middle School (Grades 6–8), the programme transitions into the Cambridge Lower Secondary framework, providing broad subject coverage in English while maintaining Vietnamese studies.
In Grades 9–10, students work towards the Cambridge IGCSE qualifications, with core academic subjects, languages, sciences, arts and physical education delivered in English alongside Vietnamese language and culture.
In Grades 11–12, the school offers Cambridge International AS & A Levels, preparing students for further study and international higher education pathways.
Overall, the curriculum combines internationally recognised qualifications (IEYC, IPC, Cambridge IGCSE, AS & A Levels) with locally relevant Vietnamese studies throughout the school stages.
Step 1: Submit Enrollment Application. A completed application form is required for each child, with an application fee payable. The Admissions team will contact parents within 5 working days of receiving the completed form and admissions fee. The application fee is non-refundable and non-transferable. The application form relates to the school year for which the pupil is applying, and submission of an application and payment of the application fee does not guarantee a place at the school.
Step 2: Entrance Competency Assessment. An assessment will be scheduled as soon as possible. Parents will be notified via an initial email, followed by confirmation five days prior to the assessment. The assessment is divided into two parts, both of which will take place on the same day: Part 1: Digital assessments to determine the pupil's English, maths and reasoning abilities; Part 2: Interviews with parents and the pupil.
Step 3: Enrolment. The Admissions team will contact parents within 10 working days to inform them of the assessment results and the school's decision. If results merit an offer of place, parents will receive a Letter of Acceptance for their child(ren) via email accompanied by a checklist of items which must be provided to confirm the applicant's place at the school.
Step 4: Registration for Admission Counseling. Step 1: Enrol your child at Admission on the website and fill in the online form. Step 2: The school admits pupils who are prioritised and meet the admission conditions. Step 3: Pupils take the entrance exam. Step 4: Parents complete the admission procedures for pupils who have passed the entrance exam. Step 5: Pupils enter officially as notified by the school.
Step 5: Required Documents and medical/admission criteria. Applicants must complete the previous year's academic programme before admission or complete the first-semester programme for those entering in the second semester. The student should not have an infectious disease or a dangerous congenital disease. The school's current support systems and facilities are unable to accommodate pupils with special needs.
Admissions
1. Parents begin by completing the online registration form on the TH School website, calling the admissions hotline, or visiting the campus in person to register their child. After the form is received, an Admissions Officer will contact the parents.
2. The school arranges an entrance assessment, which can be done either online or on campus. For Early Years, children join an age-appropriate play-based interview in English with the Kindergarten Principal. For primary, students take Maths and English tests and have an English interview, combined with a review of previous school records. For Lower and Upper Secondary, students complete a CAT4 cognitive test, an English writing task and an English interview, with results considered alongside prior academic performance. Before the assessment date, parents are to email required documents.
3. Within five working days of the assessment, if the school has received complete documentation, TH School informs parents of the results. If the student meets requirements and a place is available, the school issues an offer letter by email. In some cases, this may be a conditional offer with specific recommendations to support the student’s learning. Class placement is made according to year of birth, although a student may occasionally be placed in a lower grade where prior performance or English level suggests this is more appropriate. If classes are full, the student may be placed on a waiting list or invited to re-apply after 3–6 months if entry requirements are not yet met.
4. Parents confirm acceptance of the offer by carefully reading the conditions in the offer letter and paying the required enrollment and registration fees. The school then guides families through the next steps, including submitting original versions of previous report cards, a certified copy of the birth certificate or passport, a 4×6 portrait photo and (for Grade 10 entry) the lower secondary graduation certificate. At this stage, families also follow the school’s tuition-fee payment schedule for the upcoming school year.
5. Before the official first day of classes, new students and their parents are invited to attend an orientation day at the campus. Families will receive practical guidance about daily routines, meet key teachers and staff, and have time to become familiar with classrooms and shared spaces. The school also provides student uniforms and beginning-of-year stationery to help children prepare for the start of term.
Scholarships
Scholarships
KGS offers scholarship opportunities for certain groups. Talented students Scholarship: All pupils from Years 1–10 who enrol before 22/12/23 will be granted the Founding Scholarship for the duration of their time as pupils at Brighton College Vietnam, and this scholarship is described as equivalent to 30% of tuition fees for all years. Life-time Scholarship for Students from multicultural families: 20 pupils with the highest academic achievements at enrolment receive the Bright Go to Brighton Scholarship, equivalent to 50% tuition reduction for all years, with annual review based on progress. Group Enrolments Scholarship: 5 top pupils enrolled in Year 10 in 2023 will be awarded a scholarship worth 100% tuition reduction for the duration of the pupil's career at Brighton College Vietnam, subject to conditions. Additional details are available via the Scholarships page.
Scholarships
TH School offers scholarships. However, the school does not publicly disclose details about scholarship criteria, award amounts, eligibility requirements.
Waitlist
Waitlist
There is no published formal waitlist or pool system for KGS Hanoi. Admissions are described as dependent on available slots and a priority-based process. The school sets class-size limits (Year 1–Year 2: 10–20 pupils per class; Year 3–Year 13: 24 pupils per class, with possible +/-10% adjustments). Admission priority is published and prioritizes certain groups before considering available slots.
Waitlist
TH School does operate a waitlist system. According to the school’s admissions guide, when a class has no available places, the school places qualified applicants on a waiting list.
If an accepted student does not take up their place or if a space becomes available, the school contacts families on the waitlist in order of readiness and assessment results. If a student does not yet meet entry requirements, the school may ask them to re-apply after 3–6 months, depending on the student’s English level or academic development.
