Pathway School - Le Thi Rieng Kindergarten vs Pathway School - Viet-Japan

	P Pathway School - Le Thi Rieng Kindergarten Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam	P Pathway School - Viet-Japan Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year ₫64,170,000 - 80,910,000	Fees / year ₫11,000,000 - 158,600,000
Age range	Age range 1 - 18 years	Age range 1 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum Montessori Curriculum, Vietnamese Curriculum, Canadian Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary)	Curriculum Vietnamese Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Montessori Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 4,000	Pupils 5,000
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size 25
Instruction language	Instruction language Vietnamese, English	Instruction language Vietnamese, English
Opened	Opened 2014	Opened 2014
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Pathway School – Le Thi Rieng Campus is located in Thoi An Ward, District 12, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The campus address is No 3/12 Le Thi Rieng Campus. It is part of Pathway School's District 12 preschool cluster.	Location Viet Nhật Campus is located in District 7, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. It is part of Pathway School, a private, multi-level education network offering preschool through high school. The Pathway School system operates multiple campuses across Ho Chi Minh City.
Stages	Stages Preschool level	Stages Preschool; Elementary; Middle School; High School
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Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application / registration fees - No separate application or non‑refundable registration fee is listed in the Le Thi Riêng kindergarten fee schedule for the 2025–2026 academic year. Tuition fees by year group and payment period - Nursery (Nhà trẻ, 18–36 months): VND 17,250,000 per quarter; VND 64,170,000 for the full year (full‑year payment receives the stated discount). Quarters are billed as: Quarter 1 (09/2025–11/2025), Quarter 2 (12/2025–02/2026), Quarter 3 (03/2026–05/2026), Quarter 4 (06/2026–08/2026). - Pathway Foundation (3–6 years): VND 17,250,000 per quarter; VND 64,170,000 per year (full‑year payment receives the stated discount). - Pathway Advanced (3–6 years): VND 21,750,000 per quarter; VND 80,910,000 per year (full‑year payment receives the stated discount). Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition may be paid by quarter or for the full year; the school applies a 7% discount for full‑year payment, a 5% discount for payment of 3 consecutive quarters, and a 2% discount for payment of 2 consecutive quarters. Minimum payment unit is one quarter. Quarter date ranges are as listed above. - For existing students the school publishes fixed due dates for each billing period; new entrants are required to complete financial procedures and pay tuition within the timeframe specified by the school (the school's policy requires payment within a short period after acceptance). Late payments may incur a penalty; the system policy notes a late‑payment charge of 0.03% per day on outstanding amounts. Boarding fees - Boarding is not applicable to the Le Thi Riêng kindergarten and no boarding/boarding fees are listed in the kindergarten fee schedule. Other compulsory and optional costs - Meals (mandatory if registered): VND 4,500,000 per quarter or VND 18,000,000 per year (covers three meals: breakfast, lunch, afternoon snack; amounts in the fee schedule already account for national holiday closures). - Day‑care / bán trú service (compulsory where applicable): VND 1,500,000 per quarter or VND 6,000,000 per year. - Facility fee (phí cơ sở vật chất): VND 3,500,000 per year, payable with the first payment of the year. - Experiential learning fee (phí học tập trải nghiệm): VND 1,600,000 per year; payable with the first payment of the year. (This item does not apply to some infant categories; participation rules are stated by the school.) - Insurance: mandatory accident insurance (BHTN / accident) shown as VND 30,000 per year (temporary amount collected; final settlement may be adjusted after insurer notification). Health insurance for 0–6 is noted as provided under national scheme. - Uniform and personal items: uniform and kit pricing is published as separate items; examples from the Pathway materials list include main uniform set VND 350,000, backpack VND 200,000 and blanket/pillow set VND 350,000. Textbook/material charges are announced at the start of the year. - Other service fees (not listed as fixed amounts in the kindergarten schedule) such as school‑bus fees, after‑school care, extracurricular class fees or late‑pickup fees are charged separately and parents are asked to contact the Admissions/Finance office for details. Refund / leave / retention rules - The school's policies set out rules for leave, retention (bảo lưu), conversion and refunds: retention may be granted (one time) for a defined maximum period; refunds and deductions are calculated based on the type of fee and timing of the student's leave or withdrawal. The policy specifies that the facility fee is non‑refundable and that certain fees (tuition, bán trú, experiential learning) are refundable at defined percentages in specified circumstances (examples in the fee policy show refund calculations and percentages such as 90% for some fee categories under the school's refund rules). Parents must follow the school's written notification timelines to qualify for partial refunds or retention. Fee payment options - Accepted payment methods include: payment at school POS terminals, payment through the School App “PATHWAY SCHOOL,” Link PayMe, bank transfer to the school's designated account, and credit card. Parents are instructed to follow the school's payment instructions and reference requirements when transferring funds. Notes on timing and academic year referenced - The figures above are taken from the Le Thi Riêng kindergarten fee schedule and associated Pathway system fee policy documents published for the 2025–2026 academic year (quarter date ranges shown are Quarter 1: Sep–Nov 2025; Quarter 2: Dec 2025–Feb 2026; Quarter 3: Mar–May 2026; Quarter 4: Jun–Aug 2026). Where the school's system policy is cited (payment timing, refunds, uniforms, additional services), those rules apply across the Pathway Tuệ Đức system.	Fee details Application & assessment fees - Application / entrance assessment fee: VND 2,000,000 per assessment attempt. - Seat‑holding fee (to reserve a place): VND 20,000,000. This amount is offset against the school year tuition when the family pays tuition. The seat‑holding fee is non‑refundable if the student does not enroll. Preschool (Mầm non) — published fee structure - Tuition (Pathway Bilingual and Nursery): VND 122,760,000 per year when paid as a single annual payment. Quarterly payment option: VND 33,000,000 per quarter. (Quarter schedule: Q1 09/xx–11/xx, Q2 12/xx–02/xx, Q3 03/xx–05/xx, Q4 06/xx–08/xx). - Boarding / day‑care service (bán trú) service charge: VND 2,400,000 per quarter or VND 9,600,000 per year (when paid annually). - Meals (three meals where applicable): included in the tuition package structure; specific amount is built into the package and charged with the chosen payment plan. The school calculates meal adjustments pro rata for days not used. - Facility fee (Phí cơ sở vật chất): VND 10,000,000 per year (mandatory, charged with the first payment of the school year). - Experiential learning / field‑trip fee: VND 1,600,000 per year (mandatory for eligible age groups; exemptions/options stated in the fee policy). - Insurance: accident insurance provisional charge VND 30,000 per year (subject to final insurer notification/adjustment). - Uniforms and starter pack (for new entrants): packaged uniform + blanket/pillow pack VND 700,000; individual items available at listed prices: uniform set VND 350,000; martial arts uniform VND 350,000; blanket/pillow VND 350,000; backpack VND 200,000. Primary / Elementary (Tiểu học) — published fee breakdown - Core tuition (per semester): VND 60,400,000. Core tuition (per year, two semesters): VND 120,800,000. - Meals (bữa sáng, bữa trưa, bữa xế): VND 8,975,000 per semester; VND 17,950,000 per year. - Facility fee (Phí cơ sở vật chất): VND 4,250,000 per semester; VND 8,500,000 per year. - Experiential learning / program fee: VND 1,350,000 per semester (charged as shown in the published schedule). - Total tuition package (example totals as published): - Semester 1 total: VND 84,975,000. - Semester 2 total: VND 73,625,000. - Total for the full year: VND 158,600,000. - Other mandatory/optional charges (primary): book fees (announced at start of school year), transport (school bus) fees, extended‑care / after‑school care, and extracurricular class fees — these are charged separately and parents are advised to request the service fee schedule from Admissions/Finance. Middle & High School (Trung học / THCS–THPT) — fees and fixed charges - Facility fee: VND 10,000,000 per year (mandatory). - Experiential learning / program fee: VND 1,600,000 per year (applies to secondary programs as stated in the fee regulations). - Meals, transport, books and other service charges are itemised and invoiced according to the chosen package or services for each student; the school publishes a full middle/high fee schedule for each intake. - Boarding: not applicable — the campus operates as a day school and published schedules list day‑school service items (meals, bán trú, transport) rather than boarding accommodation. Billing schedule & payment terms - Payment options available: in‑app payment via the school's parent app (SCHOOL APP “PATHWAY SCHOOL”), payment gateway link (LINK PAYME), or bank transfer to the school account (bank details are provided by Admissions / Parent Care Office). Payments are in VND. - Billing cadence: tuition is payable by semester/quarter or annually depending on the program and the payment plan selected. Parents may receive invoices and must pay by the deadlines in the fee notices. Late payments incur a penalty of 0.03% per day on the outstanding amount; the school may suspend class allocation or services if fees remain unpaid beyond the allowed period. - Discounts/early‑payment incentives: percentage discounts apply when parents pay for the full year or multiple consecutive terms (for example, published early‑payment discounts apply to full‑year or multi‑quarter payments). Sibling discounts are published (second child discount 5%; third child and subsequent 10%) and apply under the published conditions. Other recurring / optional costs - School bus / transport: charged separately (fee varies by route and must be requested from Admissions/Transport office). - Uniforms and starter kit: charged as above; replacement items may be purchased individually at the listed prices. - Extracurricular classes, extended‑care, and special camps (including summer program): charged separately per program; summer program fees have their own published schedules. Refund, hold, leave and pro‑rata rules - Seat‑holding fee (VND 20,000,000) is non‑refundable if the student fails to enrol. - Tuition and day‑care/service charges are billed and refundable or pro‑rated according to the school's published leave/withdrawal policy. Meal fees are refundable pro‑rata by day (Primary: VND 80,000 per unused day is the published meal refund basis). Specific refund percentages for term withdrawals or mid‑term leaves are set out in the school's fee regulations (examples in the published policy show different refund proportions depending on the withdrawal date within the term). - Refund timing: approved refunds and unused fee reconciliations are processed according to the school's administrative schedule (the policy details timelines for decision and transfer). Administrative and non‑refundable items (for example, assessment fees, some uniform charges when received) are specified as non‑refundable in the fee regulations. Fee payment methods (how families typically pay) - SCHOOL APP “PATHWAY SCHOOL” (in‑app payment). - LINK PAYME (payment gateway). - Bank transfer to the school account; the school's Admissions/Parent Care Office provides the bank account details and the required transfer reference format (student name / student code / class / term). Notes on non‑applicable items - Boarding fees: there is no published boarding fee for the Viet‑Nhat campus because the campus operates as a day school (meals and bán trú services are charged where applicable). (End of fee summary.)
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Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The first six years are shaped by Montessori education, Vietnamese education, Harmony SEL, English subject support, physical education, and music sensory courses. The preschool program is Montessori Tue Duc (Mont). Early Language Development and English Program are provided at Le Thi Rieng Campus.	Curriculum details Preschool program is built on five core values: Mindful Culture, Warrior, Understanding and Compassion, Kindness, and Self-Learning, to foster holistic character development through competency-based, experiential learning in real-world contexts. The preschool program is adapted from Montessori Tuệ Đức and the Ministry of Education and Training's early childhood education program. The Primary program spans five years and uses constructivist learning theory; 25% of lessons are English and 25% are seven skill-based subjects to support physical development, with Mindful values integrated into emotional education. The Secondary program (THCS-THPT) continues from the earlier levels, nurturing core qualities: self-respect, social contribution, and harmony with nature. English proficiency progresses from PRE A1 through A2 to B1 (IELTS 4.0+) and B2 (IELTS 6.0).
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio 20-25 students per class
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results 100% of Grade 12 students graduate from the High School Graduation Exam with average scores more than 10% above the Ho Chi Minh City average. 100% of students are admitted to at least one university among the top 15/65 universities in Ho Chi Minh City or abroad.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression All Grade 12 graduates gain admission to at least one top-tier university in Ho Chi Minh City or abroad (top 15 out of 65).
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Step 1. Learn about Pathway School. The Le Thi Rieng Kindergarten campus is located at No. 3/12 Le Thi Rieng Street, Thoi An Ward, Ho Chi Minh City. Pathway provides general information for parents to understand the school's approach to early childhood education. This step applies to families considering Le Thi Rieng Kindergarten as part of Pathway School. Step 2. Schedule a consultation. After selecting Le Thi Rieng campus, parents fill out the consultation registration form. The Admissions team provides details about the program and fees and arranges a campus visit. Step 3. Entrance assessment. After registering, the Admissions team arranges an entrance assessment for the child. For Mầm non (Kindergarten): age according to the Ministry of Education and Training, psychology, and physical fitness. For Tiểu học (Primary): age according to MOET, conduct, English, Vietnamese, Math, and a skills assessment (for Grade 1). For Trung học (Secondary): age according to MOET, recognized completion of the Elementary program, conduct rated Good or higher, English, Literature, Math, and Psychology. Step 4. Enrollment completion. Parents submit enrollment documents and complete payments within seven days from the date of the assessment results. Enrollment documents include: Enrollment form; Enrollment agreement; Child psychology survey; Medical examination; Three 3×4 cm photos; Copy of birth certificate (original) or translated birth certificate if foreign; Copy of household registration or passport if foreign; Most recent report cards and transcripts (except for Kindergarten); Certificate of completion of Elementary School (for Junior High) / Middle School completion (for High School); Transfer letter (for transferring students). Notes. Enrollment documents must be complete and valid per school regulations. The prior academic records and conduct will be checked by the Admissions team for accuracy and honesty.	Admissions 1. Learn about Pathway School. Pathway School provides general information for parents about the school and its campuses. Parents review program options and locations to determine fit. This step involves no tests and no fees. 2. Register for advice. After choosing a suitable campus, parents fill in the registration form to request consultation. The Enrollment Division provides a detailed curriculum and fee policy and schedules a campus visit. This step helps confirm program options and costs before proceeding to testing. 3. Take an input test. The Enrollment Division schedules a day for the input test after registration. For Preschool, the test assesses age-appropriate criteria including psychology and physical condition; For Primary, English, Vietnamese, and Maths; For Middle and High school, English, Vietnamese, Maths, and Psychology, with a skill survey for Grade 1. 4. Finish the enrollment process. Parents submit enrollment documents and pay the required fees within seven days of receiving the test result. Enrollment documents include: Enrollment form; Enrollment Agreement; Child behavior questionnaire; Physical evaluation; 3×4 photos; Copy of birth certificate (extract) or notarized translation (if foreigner); Copy of family record book or passport (if foreigner); School record and most recent transcripts (except preschool); Certificate of completion of Primary program (for middle school) / level 2 (for high school); Transfer recommendation letter (for transfer students). The enrollment documents must be sufficient and authorized; students' academic results and conduct provided by parents will be checked and evaluated by the Enrollment Division.
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