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The ABC International School (ABCIS) operates in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, with two campuses: Trung Son Campus in Binh Hung Commune, Binh Chanh District, and Nha Be Campus in Nha Be Commune. The Trung Son Campus is located at 152-158 No.1 Street, KDC Trung Son, Binh Hung, Binh Chanh District. The Nha Be Campus is located at No. 2, Street No. 9, KDC Tan An Huy, Nha Be Commune. The campuses are in southern Ho Chi Minh City and provide English-medium instruction within the British curriculum framework.
ABCIS serves learners aged 3 to 18, encompassing Early Years, Primary, and Secondary. The Trung Son Campus serves 2–7 years old (Early Years/KS1) and the Nha Be Campus serves 8–18 years old, with the overall school range noted as three to 18 years in the broader overview.
The ABCIS is an international day school and is non-denominational. There are no boarding facilities published for any year groups.
The school does not provide formal Special Educational Needs (SEN) support; students with learning difficulties are considered on an individual basis and admission decisions are final based on the school's capacity to support the student.
There is no formal country affiliation; the school is a Vietnam-based international school that delivers the English National Curriculum.
Non-denominational; the school has no religious affiliation.
The 2025–2026 academic calendar shows term start dates and indicates that some term ends finish at 12:00 noon. For example, End of Term 2 and End of Term 5 finish at 12:00 noon, and Term 1 begins on August 8, 2025.
ABCIS offers a school bus service; admission materials include a School Bus Liability Form (optional) and a Code of Transportation Form (Secondary Only). Buses are supervised by an adult bus monitor and safety rules apply on transport.
Uniforms are mandatory and designed for Southern Vietnam's tropical climate. Primary pupils wear green shorts or skirts with a white polo shirt; secondary pupils wear green shorts, trousers, or skirts with a white polo shirt, and Years 12–13 wear white shirts with formal black or beige trousers or skirts; PE and swimming uniforms are also compulsory. Some uniform items are included in tuition fees, with additional pieces available to purchase, and students must wear a hat during playtime; the school cap costs VND 100,000.
ABCIS operates a whole-school canteen and a separate KS5 canteen to serve meals for students. The Nha Be campus includes a Food Technology room to support practical food education.
The ABCIS uses a four-house system with Dalat Dragons, Hanoi Hornets, Mekong Monsters and Saigon Serpents. Students take part in house competitions and earn house points across sports and academic activities, reinforcing belonging and leadership.
The ABC International School is part of Galaxy Education and Training Ltd.
The ABC International School follows the English National Curriculum and delivers all instruction in English. Early Years covers Pre-Nursery, Nursery and Reception, followed by Primary (Key Stages 1–2) and Secondary (Key Stage 3) leading to IGCSEs in Key Stage 4. In the Senior Phase, students study International AS and A Levels (Cambridge) with AQA options, and the College Board's AP programme is available. Language provision includes Vietnamese in Primary, with options to study French and Chinese in Secondary. The curriculum is complemented by an ECA Programme, and ABCIS is accredited by Cambridge International Examinations to deliver IGCSEs and AS/A Levels and is a FOBISIA member.
The ABC International School provides Social and Emotional Learning through an extensive PSHE programme focused on health and well-being, and a school counsellor who leads wellbeing workshops for students.
The school uses a Support for Learning policy with early identification, the Assess-Plan-Do-Review (APDR) cycle, Waves of Support (Wave 1 Quality First Teaching; Wave 2 Targeted Interventions; Wave 3 External Specialist Support), and Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students on the SEND register; admission may be declined if the school cannot provide the necessary support, and English as an Additional Language (EAL) is not treated as a SEN.
EAL is not in itself a special educational need; EAL learners require time to develop English proficiency and receive high-quality teaching to support language development, with progress monitored across languages to determine if further assessment is needed.
Mental wellbeing is supported by The ABC Well-Being and Mental Health Policy, which includes a PSHE-based health and well-being curriculum, a school counsellor delivering workshops, staff well-being initiatives such as a Staff Welfare group, and a formal referral process via Heads of Year.
Safeguarding and child protection are governed by the Child Protection Policy, with safeguarding regarded as the responsibility of all staff and concerns referred to the Safeguarding Lead through the school's safeguarding processes.
1. Schedule a visit to the school. To begin, you should complete the inquiry form so a member of the Admissions Team can contact you, and you may also call the school to arrange a visit. The school provides a form online to request a visit, and staff will follow up to set up a time that fits your schedule. This initial contact is the first step toward arranging the entrance assessments and interview.
2. Prepare for and undergo entrance assessments and an interview. A decision on admission is made after the candidate completes entrance assessments and an interview with a member of the Senior Management Team. Interviews must be arranged in advance through the office administration. The interview evaluates educational ability, English language proficiency, and experience across curriculum areas; if a class is full, your child's name may be placed on a waiting list and you will be informed if a place becomes available.
3. Submit required documents and complete the admission form. If you secure an interview, you are expected to answer questions and complete an admission form during the process, including signing a declaration accepting school rules, regulations, and policies. To request an admission interview, you must provide a completed application form, the most recent school report, a copy of the student's passport or birth certificate (Vietnamese nationals), and one photograph. After a placement offer is made, additional documents are required (see Step 4).
4. Accept an offer and finalize placement. When a placement offer is made, parents/guardians have one week to complete all necessary documentation and pay the required fees to secure the place. Late responses or payments may result in the place being offered to another student. Following a placement offer, the school requires documents such as the Home School Agreement, Internet and Mobile Usage Agreement, Vaccination Record, and other forms (IGCSE/A Level Option Form for Year 10+, Code of Transportation for Secondary).
5. Understand placement criteria and policy requirements. Students are placed primarily by age, but other factors such as previous educational experience, maturity, and English language ability are also considered. The school does not provide Special Educational Needs (SEN) support for students with learning difficulties; such cases are considered individually if the school can provide appropriate support, with the management's decision being final. Parents are expected to commit to annual school trips and to accept all school rules, regulations, and policies to safeguard welfare and safety; the school reserves the right to cancel a registration if rules are not followed.
Scholarships are available through The ABC International School. There are up to three Sixth Form scholarships for tuition fee remission during Years 12 and 13, awarded to the top performing students based on IGCSE results (minimum eight subjects). Award 1 provides 50% of Year 12-13 tuition fees, Award 2 provides 33.33% of tuition fees, and Award 3 provides 16.66%. Eligibility requires two consecutive years of study at ABCIS, with performance criteria maintained throughout Years 12 and 13. The school also reserves the right to determine award allocation if multiple students have identical scores. In addition, there are Sixth Form Graduation Grants for travel and equipment expenses, with awards of up to US$5,000 (Grant 1) or US$3,000 (Grant 2), subject to meeting the stated conditions. Recipients must be full-time in the Sixth Form and have secured entry to a leading university, with documentation endorsed by their tutor.
Yes. If a particular class is full, a student's name may be entered onto a waiting list, and parents will be informed accordingly if places become available.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
WASS has no formal religious affiliation and operates as a secular, internationally oriented school.
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.
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.
WASS provides boarding for primary and secondary students. The boarding building is located at 17/1 Ho Van Hue, Phu Nhuan District, Ho Chi Minh City. It is described as offering a comfortable, convenient second home and a community where students live away from home and develop independence. The program serves students coming from different provinces and cities.
Uniforms are required for all students on school days. Students must wear the school uniform when arriving at school, except for extracurricular programs or events announced in advance. For physical education, students wear sports attire and sneakers.
Meals are prepared daily on campus in a modern, fully equipped catering kitchen and served onsite. Students may also bring their own lunchbox if they prefer. A monthly menu is published for different year levels.
WASS operates a four-house system for Primary and Secondary: Apollo, Athena, Zeus, and Asclepius. Apollo is orange, Athena is blue, Zeus is red, and Asclepius is green. The house framework supports competitive activities in academics, sports, and social events and fosters leadership development.
The school is owned and governed by Indochina International Education Development Corporation (IIEDC), the corporate entity behind WASS. The IIEDC branding appears on the site and the copyright is held by IIEDC, indicating it is the parent organization for WASS.
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.
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) is embedded across the Western Australian Curriculum at WASS from Kindergarten to Year 12, integrated across English, Mathematics, Science, Humanities and Social Sciences, Health and Physical Education, The Arts, Digital Technologies, and Digital Citizenship, and aligned with the Personal and Social Capability.
The Learning Support program at WASS includes a Library Program and a Writing Center designed to develop independent and creative learning skills, with structured library classes taught by the library teacher, and a Writing Center offering writing support across the curriculum; the school does not publish a dedicated SEN department or a list of specific SEN categories it can support.
English as an Additional Language (EAL) uses an EAL/D curriculum created by the Australian Department of Education, based on the Western Australian Curriculum, designed to incrementally build English proficiency and support returning to mainstream classes, with EAL/D learners receiving time, modelling and scaffolding of language learning across the curriculum, extra processing time, and explicit vocabulary and language structures.
The School Clinic provides mental wellbeing support through professionally qualified nurses and school counselors, offering routine health care, health check-ups, vaccinations, and comprehensive counseling; individual counseling and Personal Education cover social-emotional learning and mental health awareness, with staff collaboration and family involvement.
Safeguarding and child protection are addressed through the WASS Code of Conduct, which establishes a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment and prohibits harassment, bullying, or intimidation, applying to all students across all activities and guiding behavior and technology use.
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.
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.
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.
The Bình Dương New City campus is located within the Singapore International School complex in Binh Duong New City. It serves as part of the Singapore International School network in southern Vietnam and is accessible via major roads linking to Ho Chi Minh City and nearby residential and industrial areas. The campus aims to support both local Vietnamese families and international families living in the Bình Dương region.
The campus offers Kindergarten programs, including K1 International and K1 Integrated, and K2 Integrated and K2 International. Nursery and Pre-Nursery are available as part of the early-years provision, with enrollment options showing Nursery, K1 International, K1 Integrated, K2 Integrated and K2 International. The programmes follow the KinderWorld International Kindergarten framework, combining an international Kindergarten pathway with an English-language integrated pathway.
The school operates as a co-educational day school. This aligns with KinderWorld's International Kindergarten offerings across campuses, which describe co-educational day programmes.
Small class sizes and English-language support are emphasized in the Kindergarten framework. There is no publicly published, campus-specific SEN program for Bình Dương; families should discuss any Additional Learning Needs directly with the campus.
KinderWorld International Group originated in Singapore and operates in Vietnam; the Bình Dương New City campus is part of KinderWorld's Vietnam operations.
There is no religious affiliation listed for the Bình Dương campus; the Singapore International School network operates on secular, international programmes.
School days follow standard terms with times provided to enrolling families. If online learning is needed, it will follow the campus timetable and school-day structure.
No dedicated school bus service for the Bình Dương campus is published on public pages; families typically arrange transport through the campus or private providers.
The Binh Duong New City campus is within Singapore International School, a network operated by KinderWorld International Group.
The Binh Duong New City campus serves children aged 18 months to under 6, with class levels Pre-Nursery, Nursery, Kindergarten 1, Kindergarten 2, and Preparatory (5–6 years), and aims to develop independent, creative and critical thinkers. The curriculum is theme-based and delivered through a blend of purposeful play and structured explicit teaching, with strong reference to Singapore's Nurturing Early Learners framework. It emphasizes comprehensive development in Physical, Social and Emotional domains and covers key learning areas: Language & Literacy, Numeracy, Social Studies / Science, Art, Music, and Vietnamese. Progress is tracked using semester checklists aligned to the curriculum goals described in the curriculum overview. The Binh Duong New City campus is listed among KinderWorld campuses, confirming its location.
SEL is integrated into KinderWorld International Kindergarten (Binh Duong New City) through Personal and Social Awareness, which includes a Virtues Program that reinforces Eastern values.
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision, including which types of SEN can be supported or whether it operates as a specialist SEN institution.
The curriculum includes English Language and Literacy as a core learning area, and the Binh Duong New City campus is located within the Singapore International School, indicating English language education is provided as part of the KinderWorld program.
A school nurse is available on-site, and students have access to Student Protection Contacts and Guidance Counsellors; personal safety and protective behaviours are taught, and safeguarding training is conducted annually.
KinderWorld settings uphold the rights of the child under the UN Charter and maintain safeguarding policies with reporting procedures and a dedicated Student Protection Contacts system.
1. Admissions inquiries and campus selection. Parents begin by submitting an online enquiry via the school's Enquiry Form and selecting the Binh Duong New City campus as the intended location. The form asks how the family learned about the school and allows you to specify the desired program, helping the admissions team route your inquiry correctly. The Binh Duong New City campus is listed in the campus options for enquiries, and the contact details are provided there for follow-up.
2. Enrolment documentation. After deciding to proceed, families must prepare enrolment documents: two passport photographs of the child, a certified copy of the child's birth certificate and/or passport, a copy of the parents' passport or ID, a Health Check Certificate/Vaccination Record, and a copy of the child's accident insurance (if opting out of a school insurance plan). These requirements are specified to ensure proper placement and record-keeping before any classroom placement is considered.
3. Interview and class vacancy review. Enrollment is determined after an interview and a review of current class vacancies. The age of the child is used to place them into the appropriate year level, and class vacancies are taken into account in that placement decision. This means that even if a child is eligible by age, a place cannot be guaranteed unless a vacancy exists.
4. Year level placement and class size. Students are placed in a specific year level according to age, with final placement influenced by interview outcomes and available vacancies. Kindergarten classes have a capped size to maintain a quality learning environment, with a maximum between 12 and 25 students depending on the age of the children. Priority for siblings may be given when places are available.
5. Fees payment, registration, and payment timelines. The school offers two programmes, each with its own registration fee and fee schedule: the Integrated Kindergarten Programme and the International Kindergarten Programme. School fees are payable either yearly or termly, with a payment plan that specifies amounts due 30 days before the first day of school (yearly) or 30 days before the first day and 14 days before the last day of the current term (termly).
6. Next steps after fee arrangement. Following acceptance, families complete enrollment forms and finalize the agreed payment schedule per the chosen programme. The school's fee schedules provide the framework for when and how payments are due, including the distinction between yearly and termly plans and the corresponding deadlines. Families should coordinate with the campus to receive the exact enrollment forms and confirm the start date and any orientation activities.
KinderWorld indicates that scholarships may be available, with limited scholarships and need-based support. Families are encouraged to inquire during the application process to understand eligibility and the application workflow.
There is no published waitlist or pool policy for KinderWorld International Kindergarten – Binh Duong New City.
