Vietnam Australia International School - Garden Hills Campus vs Western Australian International School System (WASS)

	V Vietnam Australia International School - Garden Hills Campus Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam	W Western Australian International School System (WASS) Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year ₫155,000,000 - 585,592,000	Fees / year ₫68,000,000 - 200,000,000
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 2 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels	Curriculum IB (DP), British Curriculum, Australian Curriculum, Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Waldorf Steiner Curriculum, Waldorf Steiner Curriculum, Waldorf Steiner Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils 2,500
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size 20
Instruction language	Instruction language English, Vietnamese	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 2016	Opened 2011
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Vietnam Australia International School – Garden Hills Campus is located in Go Vap District, Ho Chi Minh City, at 168 Phan Van Tri Street, An Nhon Ward. The campus is in the northern part of the city with access to major roads connecting it to central and suburban areas of Ho Chi Minh City. The school’s setting features landscaped open spaces with green areas integrated into the campus design.	Location WASS operates across five campuses in central districts of Ho Chi Minh City. The campuses include Dien Bien Phu (Kindergarten) at 260 Dien Bien Phu St., Nguyen Huu Canh (Kindergarten) at 35 Nguyen Huu Canh St., the Integrated Primary campus at 43 Nguyen Thong St., the Integrated Secondary campus at 84 Ba Huyen Thanh Quan St., and the Ly Chinh Thang International Campus. These central locations provide convenient access for families and are well placed for commuting by car, taxi, or public transport in District 3 and surrounding areas.
Stages	Stages The Garden Hills campus offers education from Kindergarten through Primary School, Secondary School, and High School, following the Cambridge International Programme alongside the Vietnamese National Curriculum.	Stages WASS offers a full K–12 program. The Ly Chinh Thang International Campus provides Western Australian K-10 International, plus WA International options and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) for Years 11–12; other campuses extend WA curriculum through primary and secondary levels.
School type	School type The school is co-educational, welcoming both boys and girls across all grade levels.	School type WASS is a co-educational school. Historically, it operated boarding facilities at a dormitory site, but current public information does not advertise a boarding program. The school is structured to support both local and international students in a mixed setting.
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Additional learning support	Additional learning support The school does not provide specific details about additional learning support provisions such as SEN programmes for students with special educational needs.	Additional learning support WASS provides a Learning Support program centered on literacy and independent learning. It includes a multilingual library with dedicated library classes and a Writing Center to develop reading, writing, and research skills across the student body.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation The school does not have any country affiliations.	Country affiliation WASS is an Australian Overseas School in Vietnam. It is licensed and accredited under Western Australia authorities (SCSA) and offers WA K-10 International, WA International, and the WA Certificate of Education programmes, with IB DP available at senior levels. It is also affiliated with international bodies such as CIS and IB.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation The school does not have any religious affiliations.	Religious affiliation WASS has no formal religious affiliation and operates as a secular, internationally oriented school.
School day structure	School day structure The school day varies slightly by level. Kindergarten lessons run from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Primary School operates from 7:45 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. Secondary School begins at 7:30 a.m. and finishes at 4:30 p.m. These schedules provide full-day learning with time allocated for classroom activities, breaks, meals and end-of-day pick-up.	School day structure The school day starts with students arriving by 7:45 a.m., with classes beginning at 8:10 a.m. and finishing at 4:30 p.m. Breakfast is served 7:00–8:30 a.m., and lunch 11:00 a.m.–12:40 p.m., with a light snack during the mid-afternoon break. After-school clubs and activities run from 3:10 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. from Monday to Friday, depending on the year group.
Bus service details	Bus service details The school has bus transportation available across locations, with buses that pick up students of all grades across the city, prioritizing safety and supervised by professional staff.	Bus service details WASS operates a shuttle bus service with multiple pick-up and drop-off points across Ho Chi Minh City. All buses have seat belts, and trips are monitored by coordinators to ensure student safety. Fees vary by distance, with zones and routes arranged to suit families; details are available through the Admissions department. The bus service operates Monday to Friday, with morning pick-ups typically occurring between 6:15 a.m. and 7:20 a.m.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Reservation Fee VND 20,000,000 Application Fee Preschool: VND 1,000,000 Primary: VND 3,000,000 Secondary: VND 3,000,000 Registration Fee Preschool: VND 6,000,000 Primary: VND 12,000,000 Secondary: VND 12,000,000 Cambridge English Programme (CEP) Preschool / Kindergarten (Nursery, Pre-1, Pre-2, Pre-3): VND 155,000,000 across all grades Primary: Grade 1: VND 179,080,000 Grade 2: VND 203,700,000 Grade 3: VND 212,720,000 Grade 4: VND 226,260,000 Grade 5: VND 239,800,000 Secondary and High School: Grade 6: VND 246,720,000 Grade 7: VND 267,580,000 Grade 8: VND 285,620,000 Grade 9: VND 316,800,000 Grade 10: VND 338,700,000 Grade 11: VND 348,240,000 Grade 12: VND 381,852,000 Cambridge Academic Programme Bi-lingual (CAP Bi-lingual) Preschool / Kindergarten Pre-2: VND 202,400,000 Pre-3: VND 202,400,000 Primary: Grade 1: VND 214,820,000 Grade 2: VND 233,540,000 Grade 3: VND 243,880,000 Grade 4: VND 259,400,000 Grade 5: VND 274,920,000 Secondary and High School: Grade 6: VND 283,000,000 Grade 7: VND 306,760,000 Grade 8: VND 327,440,000 Grade 9: VND 363,380,000 Grade 10: VND 384,820,000 Cambridge Academic Programme International (CAP Int'l) Primary: Grade 1: VND 265,320,000 Grade 2: VND 288,280,000 Grade 3: VND 301,040,000 Grade 4: VND 320,200,000 Grade 5: VND 339,360,000 Secondary and High School: Grade 6: VND 349,460,000 Grade 7: VND 378,640,000 Grade 8: VND 404,160,000 Grade 9: VND 451,200,000 Grade 10: VND 473,400,000 Grade 11: VND 557,960,000 Grade 12: VND 585,592,000 Transportation Fee (varies for each programmes) 0-2km: VND 16,524,000 - VND 16,983,000 2.1-4km: VND 26,892,000 - VND 27,639,000 4.1-6km: VND 35,100,000 - VND 36,075,000 6.1-8km: VND 42,372,000 - VND 43,549,000 8.1-10km: VND 47,556,000 - VND 48,877,000 10.1-12km: VND 52,704,000 - VND 54,168,000 12.1-14km: VND 56,808,000 - VND 58,386,000 Meal Fee (varies for each programmes) Preschool: VND 30,866,000 Primary: VND 29,999,000 - VND 30,866,000 Secondary: VND 36,711,000 - VND 37,772,000	Fee details Application (Admissions) fee Admissions fee: VND 20,000,000, charged once for new students. The admissions fee is non‑refundable. Tuition fees by year group (full amounts and payment‑plan breakdowns) Note: the school operates two principal program groupings with separate fee scales: (A) Western Australian Curriculum – Partial Integrated Program and (B) Fully Integrated International Programs (IWAP levels, WACE and IBDP). Each fee line below shows: (i) standard annual tuition, (ii) annual payment amount under the early one‑off payment discount, (iii) annual payment amount under the less‑early one‑off discount, (iv) semester (2‑installment) payment, and (v) termly (4‑installment) payment. All amounts are in VND. Western Australian Curriculum – Partial Integrated Program (Year 1 → Year 11): - Year 1 — Annual: VND 138,122,000; Annual (early, 15%): VND 117,404,000; Annual (early, 5%): VND 131,216,000; Semester: VND 66,989,000; Termly: VND 34,531,000. - Year 2 — Annual: VND 138,122,000; Annual (15%): VND 117,404,000; Annual (5%): VND 131,216,000; Semester: VND 66,989,000; Termly: VND 34,531,000. - Year 3 — Annual: VND 148,280,000; Annual (15%): VND 126,038,000; Annual (5%): VND 140,866,000; Semester: VND 71,916,000; Termly: VND 37,070,000. - Year 4 — Annual: VND 148,280,000; Annual (15%): VND 126,038,000; Annual (5%): VND 140,866,000; Semester: VND 71,916,000; Termly: VND 37,070,000. - Year 5 — Annual: VND 162,496,000; Annual (15%): VND 138,122,000; Annual (5%): VND 154,371,000; Semester: VND 78,811,000; Termly: VND 40,624,000. - Year 6 — Annual: VND 170,384,000; Annual (15%): VND 144,826,000; Annual (5%): VND 161,865,000; Semester: VND 82,636,000; Termly: VND 42,596,000. - Year 7 — Annual: VND 170,384,000; Annual (15%): VND 144,826,000; Annual (5%): VND 161,865,000; Semester: VND 82,636,000; Termly: VND 42,596,000. - Year 8 — Annual: VND 182,458,000; Annual (15%): VND 155,089,000; Annual (5%): VND 173,335,000; Semester: VND 88,492,000; Termly: VND 45,615,000. - Year 9 — Annual: VND 182,458,000; Annual (15%): VND 155,089,000; Annual (5%): VND 173,335,000; Semester: VND 88,492,000; Termly: VND 45,615,000. - Year 10 — Annual: VND 199,899,000; Annual (15%): VND 169,914,000; Annual (5%): VND 189,904,000; Semester: VND 96,951,000; Termly: VND 49,975,000. - Year 11 — Annual: VND 231,426,000; Annual (15%): VND 196,712,000; Annual (5%): VND 219,855,000; Semester: VND 112,242,000; Termly: VND 57,857,000. Fully Integrated International Programs (IWAP 1–10, WACE-11, IBDP-11): - IWAP‑1 — Annual: VND 289,341,000; Annual (15%): VND 245,940,000; Annual (5%): VND 274,874,000; Semester: VND 140,330,000; Termly: VND 72,335,000. - IWAP‑2 — Annual: VND 289,341,000; Annual (15%): VND 245,940,000; Annual (5%): VND 274,874,000; Semester: VND 140,330,000; Termly: VND 72,335,000. - IWAP‑3 — Annual: VND 302,200,000; Annual (15%): VND 256,870,000; Annual (5%): VND 287,090,000; Semester: VND 146,567,000; Termly: VND 75,550,000. - IWAP‑4 — Annual: VND 302,200,000; Annual (15%): VND 256,870,000; Annual (5%): VND 287,090,000; Semester: VND 146,567,000; Termly: VND 75,550,000. - IWAP‑5 — Annual: VND 331,134,000; Annual (15%): VND 281,464,000; Annual (5%): VND 314,577,000; Semester: VND 160,600,000; Termly: VND 82,784,000. - IWAP‑6 — Annual: VND 356,854,000; Annual (15%): VND 303,326,000; Annual (5%): VND 339,011,000; Semester: VND 173,074,000; Termly: VND 89,214,000. - IWAP‑7 — Annual: VND 356,854,000; Annual (15%): VND 303,326,000; Annual (5%): VND 339,011,000; Semester: VND 173,074,000; Termly: VND 89,214,000. - IWAP‑8 — Annual: VND 379,358,000; Annual (15%): VND 322,454,000; Annual (5%): VND 360,390,000; Semester: VND 183,989,000; Termly: VND 94,840,000. - IWAP‑9 — Annual: VND 379,358,000; Annual (15%): VND 322,454,000; Annual (5%): VND 360,390,000; Semester: VND 183,989,000; Termly: VND 94,840,000. - IWAP‑10 — Annual: VND 375,071,000; Annual (15%): VND 318,810,000; Annual (5%): VND 356,317,000; Semester: VND 181,909,000; Termly: VND 93,768,000. - WACE‑11 — Annual: VND 385,875,000; Annual (15%): VND 327,994,000; Annual (5%): VND 366,581,000; Semester: VND 187,149,000; Termly: VND 96,469,000. - IBDP‑11 — Annual: VND 440,633,000; Annual (15%): VND 374,538,000; Annual (5%): VND 418,601,000; Semester: VND 213,707,000; Termly: VND 110,158,000. Billing schedule and payment terms - Payment frequency options: one‑off annual payment, two installments (semester), or four termly payments. The school applies distinct early‑payment discounts tied to specific payment windows and to re‑enrollment timing. - Early‑payment discount examples (as published in the schedule): 15% discount available for qualifying one‑off payments completed well in advance; 5% for a later one‑off payment window; 3% for qualifying two‑installment payments. Re‑enrollment paperwork and fee completion deadlines are set to secure a student place for the next academic year. - Late payment: the school applies late‑payment policy after the defined grace period; previously applied discounts will be removed if payment is late. The published schedule sets a requirement to complete compulsory fees by the stated re‑enrollment deadlines to guarantee placement. Boarding fees - Boarding: no boarding fee line item appears in the current charges and fees schedule; WASS operates as a day school in the published fee schedule (no boarding facility fees listed). Other costs and optional services - Facility fee: VND 3,000,000 (one‑off). - Medical / health insurance: Year 1 VND 851,000; Years 2–11 VND 681,000 (provisional; may be adjusted by the insurance authority). - Stationery fee: typically VND 3,500,000 (varies by program/year). The stationery fee is charged annually and does not include textbook fees; it is non‑transferable and non‑refundable once charged for an enrolled student. - NAPLAN test fee (for Years 3, 5, 7, 9): VND 1,700,000 (applies where relevant). - Meal service (optional): Year 1–5 annual VND 32,574,000 (semester VND 16,287,000; termly VND 8,144,000). Year 6–11 annual VND 35,319,000 (semester VND 17,660,000; termly VND 8,830,000). - Textbooks: Year 1–6 (Partial Integrated) VND 3,675,000; Year 1–6 (Fully Integrated) VND 5,355,000. Year 7–9 VND 5,250,000 (Partial) / VND 6,825,000 (Fully). Year 10 VND 6,825,000. WACE‑11 textbook provision VND 15,000,000; IBDP‑11 VND 20,000,000 (textbook fees apply as specified by program and may only cover Western Australian program materials). - Uniform: examples — Year 1–5 sport T‑shirt VND 260,000; school shirt VND 285,000; Year 6–9 sport T‑shirt VND 280,000; school shirt VND 300,000; Year 10–11 sport T‑shirt VND 310,000; school shirt VND 330,000. - Bus (school transport): distance‑based pricing. Examples of annual round‑trip rates by distance (round‑trip shown): - 0.5–1 km — VND 22,704,000 (annual round trip). - 6–7 km — VND 45,408,000 (annual round trip). - 11–12 km — VND 68,112,000 (annual round trip). - Longer distances are scaled up to the ranges published in the schedule; one‑way and termly/semester options are available. Refund information - Admissions fee: non‑refundable in all cases. - Stationery fee: non‑refundable or non‑transferable once charged for an enrolled student. - Re‑enrollment / withdrawal: published policy states that parents must complete re‑enrollment forms and compulsory fee payments by the stated deadlines to guarantee placement; where students withdraw, previously applied discounts may be adjusted and parents may be required to pay the difference. Refund handling and confirmation processes are prescribed in the charges and fees policy. Fee payment options - Payment frequencies accepted: annual one‑off, two installments (semester), or four termly payments. - Payment channels: bank transfer to the school account and payment via the parent portal (SPS360) are accepted. Historical/alternative channels have included cash and card processing where available.
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Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Vietnam Australia International School – Garden Hills delivers the Cambridge Academic Programme International (CAPI) across all year levels from Kindergarten through Primary, Secondary, and High School, with most subjects taught in English and a few in Vietnamese. Graduates of the programme receive Cambridge certificates that correspond with their stage of study. The school’s curriculum structure includes pathways such as CAPI (full Cambridge), CAP (Cambridge Academic Programme), and CEP (Cambridge English Programme) to match students’ learning needs. The curriculum is aligned with the Cambridge International framework and integrated into everyday teaching and assessment. Students build knowledge and skills progressively as they advance through each stage, culminating in internationally recognised Cambridge qualifications at secondary and high school levels. This curriculum is consistent with the VAS system’s commitment to international academic standards.	Curriculum details WASS offers two WA-aligned pathways for Years 1–10: the WA International Program and the WA Curriculum Partial–Integrated Program; both are licensed by the Western Australian School Curriculum and Standards Authority (SCSA) and integrate the Vietnamese MOET curriculum. The WA Outline defines eight mandatory learning areas—English, Mathematics, Physical Education, Foreign Languages, Science, Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities, and Technology—with Character Education as an optional area, guiding learning across Years 1–10. For early years, WASS operates the Western Australian Early Years Program for ages 2–6. In senior years, students may pursue the Western Australian Certificate of Education International (WACE International) or the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), both accredited by SCSA and IB, with the MoET Diploma also offered. The instruction is delivered primarily in English for the international program, with a bilingual option available that combines the Vietnamese curriculum with Australian content at certain year levels.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning —	Social & emotional learning —
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Facilities	Facilities
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Begin by completing the registration form for your child, which starts their admissions journey from Kindergarten through High School. During this step, you provide basic family and student information so the school can begin processing your inquiry and contact you with next steps. Registration is the official first step that opens access to assessment scheduling and pathway guidance. 2. Once registration is submitted, students are scheduled for placement testing appropriate to their age level. For Kindergarten, this involves a psychological and physical survey, while Primary and Secondary applicants sit tests in English, Vietnamese and Mathematics. Following assessment, the school and family discuss the most suitable learning pathway. 3. After tests and pathway decisions, families complete the formal admissions application, providing required documentation and education history. This includes submitting identification, academic records and any other forms requested by the admissions office. At this stage, families also handle payment of fees such as registration and any deposits. Upon acceptance, the school confirms enrolment and provides information about start dates and next administrative steps.	Admissions 1. Submit an Admissions Inquiry. Parents and students will receive a detailed consultation on academic programs, extracurricular and enrichment activities, tuition policy, school regulations, and admissions procedures. This initial contact helps families understand which WA Curriculum pathways (WA K-10 International, WA Curriculum Partial – Integrated, and related programs) align with the student's goals. The Admissions team can be reached via the school's inquiry process and hotline for direct guidance: (028) 7109 5077 and 0963 999 701. 2. Entrance Exams. For Year 1, an interview with Vietnamese and international teachers is conducted alongside a psychological readiness assessment. For Year 2 and above, the entrance exam covers Math, Vietnamese (Literature), and English. These assessments determine placement within the WA International Program and WA curriculum pathways offered by WASS. 3. Receive Entrance Exam Results. Results and feedback from WASS's Academic Council are provided within 3–5 working days after the exam. The Academic Council comprises the principal, the WA program director, and the lead for Education and Training. This step confirms whether a student meets the admissions criteria and which program they will join. 4. Enrollment Process. After a positive admissions decision, families submit enrollment confirmation, complete tuition payment, and provide all required documents. The school then completes the official enrollment once records and payments are in order. Timelines and document requirements are communicated by the Admissions team during this stage. 5. Fees note. The school does not charge a fee for the Entrance Exam. Publicly available FAQ confirms that there is no charge for taking the Entrance Exam. Current tuition fee schedules are not published on the site in a readily accessible, up-to-date format, with historical fee schedules available from older pages.
Scholarships	Scholarships Vietnam Australia International School offers scholarship programmes that recognize academic performance and other student achievements as part of its commitment to supporting student access. There are three main scholarship types available: * Academic Scholarship Programme: This award is given to students who demonstrate strong academic results in the VAS Entrance and Scholarship Exam. It is open to students entering Grades 1 through 12. * Sport Scholarship Programme: This is available for students who achieve results in recognised sports competitions outside of school. Applicants are assessed based on sporting achievement certificates. * Arts Scholarship Programme: This supports students who demonstrate excellence in arts activities, with eligibility based on arts competition results.	Scholarships WASS offers scholarship options and special scholarship programs for WA pathways and partner arrangements. Notable sources include: - Partnership with Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City: A Memorandum of Understanding provides exclusive enrollment and scholarship opportunities for WASS students, including a Partner Scholarship (one per year) and an Admission Scholarship for strong entrance exam results. - WACE International scholarship initiatives: WASS has promoted scholarship opportunities for WACE International and related programs, with claims of substantial scholarship coverage and a broader access program. Details have been highlighted in school communications and affiliated program pages. - 2023–2024 scholarship programs: Reports describe a Future Tech Pioneers Talent Scholarship program with a total value of up to 6.5 billion VND, offering scholarships ranging from 20% to 100% of tuition for selected students (up to approximately 60 scholarships). - 2024–2025 education savings and scholarship policies: News coverage notes that WASS implemented education saving packages and scholarship policies for WACE and IBDP, reflecting ongoing scholarship activity. - Enrollment promotions and offers: Open-day coverage has referenced enrollment offers (e.g., up to 100 million VND) as part of recruitment events.
Waitlist	Waitlist The school does not publicly disclose information on any existing waitlist system.	Waitlist WASS does not publish a waitlist or pool system on its admissions pages. There is no publicly available, detailed waitlist policy described in the Admissions Information or How to Apply sections. Families should contact the admissions team for current status if they need to discuss waitlist options.
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