Vientiane Pattana School International

Laos, Vientiane

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English, Lao

Fees Fees not listed

Ages 2 - 18 years

Type Co-educational

Opened 1999

Bus Service No

Availability Not shared by this school

Academic offering

Curriculum Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, American Curriculum

Taught languages English, Lao, Mandarin, French

Typical class size 20

Strengths STEM, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages

Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Lifestyle and Wellbeing

Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form

Introduction

Vientiane Pattana School International is an English‑medium international school in Vientiane, Laos, for ages 2–18. It offers Cambridge Lower Secondary, IGCSE in year 10, and AS/ALevels in years 11–12, with an American‑based primary framework and a Cambridge‑style maths focus, English as the core language, and ESL support. A Lao Programme for Years 1–5 aligns with MOES standards; secondary Lao follows the MOES curriculum toward the Lao high diploma. ICT is delivered via Cambridge ICT Starter with two computer laboratories; science laboratories are among the best in Southeast Asia. From 2025, Chinese HSK 1 will be offered. The campus includes a new senior high building and class sizes capped at 20. The school began in 1999 and was accredited as a Cambridge International School in 2018. Arts, music and dance are integrated across the curriculum, alongside compulsory Physical Education.

vpslao.com

70/105 Unit 8, Ban Khounta, Souphanouvong Ave, Sikhottabong District, Vientiane

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The Essentials

Location

Address: 70/105 Unit 8, Ban Khounta, Souphanouvong Ave, Sikhotabong, Vientiane, Laos.

Stages

Pre-Primary; Primary; Secondary. The Secondary Department is a Cambridge International School following the British system, offering Cambridge Lower Secondary (ages 11-14) and Upper Secondary (ages 14-19) with IGCSE and AS/A Levels. The Primary Department uses an American-based International Programme with an English-language curriculum and Cambridge Maths components.

Type

International school

Additional learning support

ESL program with pullout intervention for English language learners from Kindergarten through Grade 6.

Country affiliation

Laos

Diving Deeper

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Fees

Application fee

- No application or registration fee amount is published in the school's admissions materials or school profile. The school requires standard application documents (photos, previous school records, ID/passport, birth certificate) but does not list a numeric application fee.

Tuition fees by year group and per term

- No published tuition schedule or numeric tuition amounts by year group or per term are available in the school's publicly available materials for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years. Specific yearly or per-term tuition figures for Pre‑Primary, Primary (Grades 1–6) or Secondary (Grades 7–12 / IGCSE / AS‑A levels) are not provided.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The academic year is organised as two semesters: Semester 1 runs from mid‑August to early January; Semester 2 runs from the second half of January to mid‑June. No published billing timetable (invoice dates, due dates) or formal payment terms are provided in the available school materials.

Boarding fees (if applicable)

- No boarding provision or boarding fees are described in the school profile or admissions material. The school's published materials indicate campus-based day schooling and make no reference to boarding facilities; therefore there are no published boarding fees.

Other costs and typical additional charges

- Uniform: Uniform requirements are described by section and year group (Pre‑Primary: PE T‑shirt and PE shorts with green emblem; Primary: green shorts/trousers or green skirt and white shirt with school emblem; Secondary: khaki shorts/trousers or khaki skirt and white shirt; PE uniform: dark green T‑shirt and black shorts). No uniform prices or vendor/price lists are published.

- Transport / bus fees: No published information about bus/transport fees is available in the school materials.

- Capital / development fees, activity / excursion charges, exam/test fees, textbooks and consumables: No numeric charges or separate fee lines (capital levy, exam fees, materials fees) are published in the available school materials.

Refund information

- No published refund, proration or withdrawal penalty policy (including deadlines for refund entitlement or how tuition is prorated) is available in the school's public materials.

Fee payment options (credit card / bank transfer / other methods)

- The school's publicly available materials do not include details of accepted payment methods (bank transfer, credit card, cash, online payments) or the accounts office billing procedures.

Summary of available facts and what is not published

- Facts available in published materials: the school's academic calendar structure (two semesters) and detailed uniform requirements; the school profile (address, telephone and general contact email) and curriculum structure through Primary and Cambridge Secondary/IGCSE/AS & A levels.

- What is not published in the available materials: any numeric fee amounts (application, tuition by year group or per term, capital fees, transport fees, boarding fees), billing schedule with invoice/due dates, refund/withdrawal financial terms, and accepted payment methods.

Administrative contact details (for fee queries)

- Telephone and email listed in the school profile: Tel.: 021 219 497/8; Email: info@vpslao.com. Use these contacts to request the official fee schedule and billing/payment terms directly from the school's accounts or admissions office.

Academics

Curriculum

VPS International offers an English‑medium curriculum with Cambridge International credentials. The Primary program uses an American‑based International Programme with a Cambridge‑style approach to maths, English as the core language, and ESL support, plus Physical Education, ICT and Creative Arts. The Cambridge Lower Secondary is offered for ages 11–14, with the Upper Secondary preparing students for Cambridge International Exams (IGCSE in year 10 and AS/A Levels in years 11–12). A Lao Programme runs after school for Years 1–5 covering core subjects, Language and Literature, Mathematics, Social Studies, Science, Lao culture and ethics, and MOES alignment; secondary Lao follows the MOES curriculum toward a Lao high school diploma and university entry. ICT is integrated via the Cambridge ICT Starter curriculum, and two computer laboratories support the curriculum.

Higher Education Progression

Year 12 students are guided in preparing their university entries, CVs and scholarship/university applications.

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Admissions

1. Inquiry and office hours: Vientiane Pattana School International welcomes inquiries from interested families at any time of the year. The admissions office is open daily from 8:00 to 4:30 p.m. (except on holidays). This enables families to start the process at their convenience. 2. Placement tests and interview: Prospective students are required to take placement tests in English Language and Maths. A parent and/or student interview will also be conducted. The tests and interview are part of the admissions process. 3. Documentation for enrolment: Families must bring records upon enrolment, including three photos (3 cm x 4 cm), a report card from the previous school, a school record from the previous school, a photocopy of ID (passport), and a photocopy of the birth certificate. 4. Academic year: The academic year is comprised of two semesters. The first semester commences mid-August until the early part of January of the following year. The second semester starts during the second half of January until mid-June.

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FAQs

Where is Vientiane Pattana School International located?

The school is at 70/105 Unit 8, Ban Khounta, Souphanouvong Ave, Sikhotabong, Vientiane, Laos. It serves students from Pre-Primary to Secondary as a co-educational international school with a modern campus. A new building supports the expanded senior high program.

What age range does VPS International serve and what levels are included?

VPS International educates students aged 2 to 18, covering Pre-Primary, Primary and Secondary. It operates as a day, co-educational international school with Cambridge and MOES-aligned programs.

What curriculum does VPS International offer and what is the school type?

VPS International uses an English‑medium curriculum with Cambridge International credentials. The Primary department follows an American‑based International Programme, while Cambridge Lower Secondary serves ages 11–14 and Upper Secondary leads to IGCSE and AS/A Levels. There is a Lao Programme after school for Years 1–5 aligned to MOES.

What does the admissions process involve?

Prospective families can inquire year‑round, with the admissions office open 8:00–16:30 on weekdays. Applicants take placement tests in English and Maths and have a parent/student interview. Enrolment requires documents such as photos, previous school records, ID copies and birth certificates.

Are there published tuition or application fee amounts?

Public materials do not publish numeric tuition amounts or application fees. The admissions process is outlined, but exact fee figures are not disclosed publicly. For precise fees, contact the admissions or accounts office.

Is there a waitlist or scholarships available?

There is no published information about waitlists or scholarships. Details on these options are not provided in the available materials.

What Cambridge and MOES programs are available at VPS International?

The Secondary Department is a Cambridge International School offering Cambridge Lower Secondary (ages 11–14) and Upper Secondary with IGCSE (year 10) and AS/A Levels (years 11–12). There is a Lao Programme for Years 1–5 aligned to MOES, with secondary Lao following MOES toward a Lao diploma. ICT is integrated via the Cambridge ICT Starter curriculum, supported by two computer laboratories.

What is the language of instruction and what EAL support is available?

English is the language of instruction for the English track, with an ESL pullout program for English language learners from Kindergarten through Grade 6. Lao is taught through the MOES-aligned Lao programme, and Mandarin Chinese is planned to be offered from 2025.

How large are the class sizes?

Class sizes are small, with a maximum of 20 students per class. Year 12 students receive guidance on university entries, CVs and scholarship/university applications.

What facilities does the campus offer?

The campus is modern and well‑equipped, with a new building to support the expanded senior high program. Science laboratories are among the best in Southeast Asia, and there are two computer laboratories to support ICT and computing instruction.

Are there any sports facilities available at VPS International?

Public materials do not publish information about specific sports facilities. The focus highlighted is on science labs, ICT labs and general academic facilities.

What ICT facilities and programs are available?

There are two computer laboratories, and ICT instruction is supported by the Cambridge ICT Starter curriculum as part of the Cambridge Secondary program.

What arts and music options exist at VPS International?

Creative Arts are integrated across the curriculum. Primary includes Creative Arts with Music, Dance and Visual Arts, while Secondary offers Art & Design with electives such as Music or Dance to support artistic study across the IGCSE and AS/A Level tracks.

Is Mandarin Chinese offered, and when will it start?

From 2025, Mandarin Chinese (HSK 1) will be offered as part of language options. Grade 7–8 also include Chinese for beginners as part of course pairings.

Do VPS students have clubs or leadership programs?

Specific clubs or formal leadership programs aren't detailed in the available information. The school emphasizes a student‑centered, internationally oriented curriculum and well‑being.

What EAL support is available at VPS International?

The school provides an ESL program with pullout intervention for English language learners from Kindergarten through Grade 6 to develop communicative, independent and critical thinking skills.

How does VPS address wellbeing and emotional development?

The Primary program includes emotional development as part of a holistic approach to student well‑being within a student‑centered learning environment.

Is boarding offered at VPS International?

Boarding is not described; VPS International is a day school with no published boarding facilities.

What are the uniform requirements by level?

Pre‑Primary has a PE T‑shirt and PE shorts with a green emblem. Primary students wear green shorts/trousers with white shirts and green emblems, plus a PE uniform. Secondary students wear khaki uniforms with white shirts and brown emblems, with a separate PE kit and footwear guidelines.

Is VPS International accredited or recognized for its curriculum?

VPS International has been accredited as a Cambridge International School since July 2018, supporting its Cambridge Lower Secondary, IGCSE and AS/A Level programs.

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