Diamond International School

Laos, Vientiane

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees Fees not listed

Ages Not listed

Opened 2019

Bus Service No

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Academic offering

Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)

Taught languages Lao, Thai, Mandarin

Strengths Languages, Visual and Creative Arts, Service and Sustainability

Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service

Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Elementary

Introduction

Diamond International School in Donghanghin Village, Xaythany District, Vientiane, Lao PDR, offers an international education rooted in the International Baccalaureate framework. The school currently delivers the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) for Nursery through Grade 5 and plans to extend to the Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP) to provide a continuous IB experience. Classes are taught in English, with additional language support in Lao, Thai, Hmong and Chinese to foster inclusion and multilingualism. Facilities include a Primary Playground, Early Years Playground, a Library and an Art Room, all aligned with inquiry-based learning. The IB emphasizes student inquiry, critical thinking and a holistic approach to knowledge. Beyond academics, Diamond International School offers Arts and Music into the curriculum, language clubs, and community service activities that build empathy and social responsibility. The school's multilingual, culturally diverse environment supports international mindedness and prepares students for higher study and citizenship globally.

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Donghanghin Village, Xaythany District, Vientiane, Lao PDR

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The Essentials

Location

Located in Donghanghin Village, Xaythany District, Vientiane, Lao PDR. The address is Donghanghin Village, Xaythany District, Vientiane, Lao PDR, 3M6R+JX2, Don Noun. It is an IB World School offering Nursery to Grade 5.

Stages

Nursery to Grade 5

Additional learning support

English is the language of instruction; English as an Additional Language (EAL) support and Lao-speaking staff assist non-native English speakers. A learning support staff reviews learning needs within an inclusive approach; applicants with mild learning differences may be accommodated. If a candidate's learning needs cannot be accommodated, parents are directed to more suitable options. There is no separate ESL track.

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Fees

Application fees
- An admission/registration (application) fee is required at the time of first billing; parents must pay all school fees for the first billing period (including the admission fee) before the admission is processed.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)
- Specific tuition amounts by year group or per term/year are not published in the school's public admissions materials. The school offers programmes from Nursery through Grade 5; no published fee schedule with numeric tuition rates by year group or by term/year is available in those materials.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- The school requires payment of all school fees for the first billing period (including the admission fee) at the time of registration.
- The school will process and conclude an admission decision after it has received payment and all required documentation; final processing is stated to take up to 60 days from receipt of payment and documents.
- The precise recurring billing cycle (for example termly or annual invoicing), payment deadlines for subsequent billing periods, and any late‑payment penalties are set out in the school's Tuition Fee Agreement; no public schedule of those recurring billing dates or amounts is published in the school's online admissions materials.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- Boarding is not offered; the school is listed as a day school. Therefore no boarding fees apply.

Other costs or fees (uniforms, books, materials, extras)
- The admissions checklist and application materials require a Book Agreement and note acceptable use for computers and internet; these items indicate that book/learning‑materials and technology usage arrangements exist, but no public fee amounts for books, uniforms, technology, school trips, extracurriculars or similar extras are published in the admissions materials.
- The school requests copies of immunization records and (where applicable) health insurance information as part of admissions; any medical or insurance costs are the family's responsibility.

Refund information (withdrawal / refund policy)
- No published refund, withdrawal or fee‑reimbursement policy is provided in the school's publicly available admissions documents. The Tuition Fee Agreement (referenced in admissions materials) governs fee obligations and any refund terms, but no numeric or detailed refund policy text appears in the publicly posted application/admissions materials.

Fee payment options (bank transfer, credit card, cash, etc.)
- The school's publicly available admissions and application materials do not publish the accepted payment methods (for example bank transfer, credit/debit card, cash). Payment method details are set out in the school's internal Tuition Fee Agreement or provided directly by the school at registration.

Academics

Curriculum

The school uses the International Baccalaureate (IB) World School curriculum. PYP is designed for students aged 3–12 years and guides teaching and learning through inquiry-based, transdisciplinary units across six global themes. The program emphasizes developing knowledge, thinking, skills, attitudes and dispositions in line with the PYP framework. The school provides language support in Lao, Thai, Mong and Chinese to support understanding and inclusion. The IB program continues with MYP and DP as students progress to higher levels of study.

Higher Education Progression

Graduates have pathways to higher education at universities worldwide, with 18% entering Ivy League institutions and 22% entering other leading universities around the world.

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Admissions

Enrollment steps
01. Visit our School. Diamond International School serves the educational needs of the national and international community in Vientiane, Laos. It welcomes children of all nationalities whose families are committed to an international educational curriculum in the philosophy and methodology of an inquiry-based approach to learning in English. English is the language of instruction in all grades, with English Language Acquisition support for non-native speakers. Please schedule a tour at your convenience.
02. Fill out an Application. To begin the admissions process, applicants complete an application. The application requires the submission of school records and confidential recommendations, and payment of the application fee.
03. Interview with Principal/teacher. Early Years Program involves a brief play session/interview with parents (preferably both). Elementary applicants for Grades 1–5 require a brief formal interview, and families are encouraged to visit the school and meet the elementary principal. In reviewing eligibility, the school looks at current/prior school records and confidential recommendations, and may invite applicants to attend school on a trial basis to assess access to the curriculum.
04. Admission. Admissions decisions are made by the Principal after review by admissions staff and other school personnel. For overseas applicants, decisions are usually issued within a week after application completion and payment; for applicants residing in Vientiane, decisions are usually announced within a day or two. If offered admission, an invoice for a one-time, non-refundable registration fee is issued and the applicant will receive a link to the online enrollment portal. Enrollment and payment of the registration fee are due within 30 days of the invoice or two days before the student's first day of attendance, whichever comes first. This enables place-holding for accepted applicants and allows waitlisted candidates to be offered spaces as they become available.

Waitlist

Wait Lists: When the number of eligible applicants exceeds the availability of spaces for a particular grade, students may be placed on a wait list. Siblings already enrolled at DIS are given priority within the wait list, as are children of DIS staff. Other criteria include whether the student has other viable educational options, their level of English, and general academic proficiency. When placing a candidate on a wait list, a realistic assessment of chances and timing is provided, and families are periodically contacted to update enrollment status and confirm whether they wish to remain on the waitlist.

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FAQs

Where is Diamond International School located, and what district/country is it in?

Diamond International School is located in Donghanghin Village, Xaythany District, Vientiane, Laos. The campus sits near the Lao National Stadium and serves both local and international families relocating to Laos.

What grade levels does the school serve and what is the age range?

DIS offers Nursery through Grade 5, aligning with the IB Primary Years Programme designed for ages roughly 3 to 12. The IB pathway continues with plans to extend to MYP and DP as students progress.

What curriculum does DIS follow and what's the progression?

Diamond International School follows the International Baccalaureate World School framework, starting with the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for younger students. There are plans to add the Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP) in the future to provide a full IB path.

Is there an application or admission fee?

Yes. An admission/registration fee is due at the first billing, and all school fees for the initial billing period must be paid before the admission is processed.

What is the admission processing timeline for overseas applicants?

For overseas applicants, admissions decisions are usually issued within about a week after application completion and payment. Local applicants in Vientiane typically receive decisions within 1–2 days, with final processing taking up to 60 days after payment and documents are received.

Are there waitlists, and how does the process work?

Yes, there may be a waitlist when spaces are full. Siblings already enrolled have priority, followed by children of DIS staff; other factors include English ability and overall academic proficiency, with families kept informed about their status.

Are tuition costs published for different grades?

Publicly available admissions materials do not publish exact tuition amounts by year group or term. A one-time, non-refundable registration fee is charged, and recurring charges are defined in the Tuition Fee Agreement.

What IB programmes does the school offer now, and what are the plans?

The school currently offers the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) for Nursery–Grade 5. There are plans to extend the IB provision to the MYP and DP in due course to provide a full IB path.

How does DIS support English language learners?

English is the language of instruction throughout all grades. EAL support is provided by teachers and Lao-speaking staff to help non-native speakers access the curriculum, and there is no separate ESL track.

What are the higher education outcomes for graduates?

Graduates have pathways to universities worldwide, with about 18% entering Ivy League institutions and 22% attending other leading universities.

Are there details about class sizes or student-teacher ratios?

Public materials do not publish specific class sizes or student-teacher ratios.

What facilities does the DIS campus include?

The campus features a Primary Playground, an Early Years Playground (EYP), a Library, and an Art Room to support inquiry-based learning.

Do the facilities support the IB PYP approach?

Yes. The library and art room, along with outdoor playgrounds, are designed to support inquiry-based, holistic learning central to the PYP.

What arts and music offerings does DIS provide?

Arts are integrated into the IB PYP program, with dedicated staff for Music and Art and facilities like an Art Room to support creative work.

What language learning opportunities exist beyond English?

The school supports multilingual learning and encourages languages such as Lao, Thai, Hmong, and Chinese; Lao language and Chinese are specifically taught.

Are there community service or leadership opportunities?

The IB program emphasizes empathy, social responsibility, and community service to develop well-rounded students, and the school promotes student leadership and involvement through related activities.

How does DIS support wellbeing, SEN, and safeguarding?

DIS focuses on whole-child development within the IB framework, reviewing social and emotional development during admissions and providing language and learning support, with safeguarding measures in place for campus safety.

What kind of language support is available for non-native English speakers?

EAL support is provided by teachers and Lao-speaking staff to help students access the curriculum. There is no separate ESL track, and admissions assess a student's ability to access English.

What safeguarding measures are in place?

Authorized persons must be approved to pick up a child, ID checks are required to enter the campus, and changes to authorization must be provided in writing. Translators are available to assist Lao parents during meetings if needed.

Is Diamond International School a day school or boarding school?

DIS is a day school; boarding is not offered.

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