APU American International School – Middle & High School Campus

The Middle & High School campus is located at 286 Lanh Binh Thang Street, District 11, Ho Chi Minh City. District 11 is an established residential and commercial area with convenient access to central districts and major city roads. It is close to local amenities and public transport routes, making it accessible for families living across the city.

This campus serves Grades 6 to 12, covering both middle school and high school. Younger students (Kindergarten to Grade 5) attend the separate Preschool–Elementary campus located elsewhere in District 11.

The school is co-educational, enrolling both boys and girls. It offers day schooling as well as boarding (housing and dormitory) options for students who require on-campus residential facilities.

The school provides an English Language Development (ELD) program for students who need support developing English proficiency. The school does not publicly outline any specialist Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision or dedicated SEN facilities.

The school is affiliated with the United States, offering an American curriculum aligned with US educational standards.

The school is non-religious and has no religious affiliation.

The school does not publicly provide a detailed daily timetable. It states that the academic year is organized into two semesters (Fall and Spring), but specific start and end times for the school day are not published.

The school offers a shuttle/bus service for students. Bus fees vary according to distance from the campus, with several distance-based fee bands available per semester. Families may choose to use the bus service depending on their location.

The Middle & High School campus follows a US-based curriculum aligned with American academic standards. Middle school students (Grades 6–8) study core subjects such as English, mathematics, science, and social studies, along with elective courses that prepare them for upper-level coursework. High school students (Grades 9–12) follow a credit-based system using Carnegie units, completing required subjects across English, math, science, social studies, computer science, physical education, and the arts. Students in Grades 11 and 12 may take Advanced Placement (AP) courses and participate in the College Bridge Program, which allows them to earn university credits while still enrolled in high school. Vietnamese nationals also complete compulsory subjects such as Vietnamese History, Geography, and Civics as required by the Ministry of Education and Training. The English Language Development (ELD) program supports students who need additional English preparation before transitioning into the full academic program.

The school integrates social and emotional development through its structured community service programme, which is a graduation requirement and encourages students to develop empathy and responsibility. The Student Council provides a platform for students to express concerns, organise activities, and participate in school decision-making, supporting the development of confidence and leadership skills. The school’s counselling staff also works with students during academic planning, which includes conversations about personal goals and adjustment to school life. Beyond these published elements, the school does not publicly outline a dedicated SEL curriculum or specialist SEL staff.

The school does not publicly disclose information about specialist SEN programmes, staffing, or specific types of learning needs it can support. There is no published indication that the school provides individualised SEN interventions, diagnostic services, or specialist learning support staff. The school does not describe itself as a specialist SEN institution. Based on publicly available information, only general academic and counselling support is described, and no SEN-specific facilities are mentioned.

The school offers a formal English Language Development (ELD) programme for students who need support before joining the full academic curriculum. Students are placed into one of seven proficiency levels and receive instruction in listening, reading, writing, and speaking. The programme also teaches academic skills such as research and presentations to prepare students for mainstream classes. The school states that the goal of ELD is to prepare students to transition into the American curriculum within about one year. No additional EAL programmes beyond ELD are publicly described.

The school’s Counselling Department provides academic and personal counselling for students, including guidance on course selection, exam preparation, university pathways, and managing school transitions. The founder and counselling team meet with students to support goal-setting and decision-making during their middle and high school years. The school does not publish information about mental-health-specific services such as psychologists, therapists, or wellbeing programmes. Beyond academic and personal counselling, no other structured mental well-being initiatives are publicly detailed.

The school does not publicly disclose a safeguarding or child-protection policy on its website. There is no published information about designated safeguarding staff, child-protection procedures, or reporting protocols. While information is available regarding housing supervision and transport arrangements, these do not constitute formal safeguarding policies. Therefore, only limited operational safety information is publicly available, and detailed safeguarding procedures are not provided.

1. Online Application Submission
Families begin by completing the school’s online application form. At this stage, parents provide basic student information and contact details. After submitting the form, the Admissions Office reviews the application and contacts families to explain the next steps. Applicants are also informed about the required English Proficiency Testing & Application Fee.

2. Campus Visit and Consultation
Parents are encouraged to book a school tour through the “Book an APU Experience” form. During the visit, families can see the campus, meet staff, and discuss programme choices such as the English Language Development (ELD) pathway or boarding options. Admissions staff also explain tuition fees, enrollment fees, and required documentation.

3. Placement Assessments and Documentation
Students complete an English proficiency test, which is required for placement into either the mainstream American curriculum or the ELD programme. Families also submit academic records and any additional documents requested by the admissions team. The school then reviews these materials to determine appropriate grade placement.

4. Offer of Placement and Enrollment Fees
If the student is accepted, the school issues an official offer. Parents must pay the one-time enrollment fee and the refundable deposit to secure the place. Only after these payments are completed is the placement confirmed.

5. Final Enrollment and Service Selection
Families finalize their choices for optional services such as school lunch, bus transport, and boarding. The school guides uniforms, learning materials, and the start-of-year schedule. Students entering the ELD programme receive placement level information before beginning classes.

The school states that it offers scholarships for eligible students, including merit-based opportunities linked to academic achievement. Scholarship information is presented broadly, focusing on students’ successes in receiving university scholarships and related support from the school’s guidance team. However, the school does not publish detailed criteria, application procedures, award amounts, or eligibility requirements for its internal scholarships. Families are encouraged to discuss specific scholarship options directly with the Admissions or Counseling Office.

The school does not publicly disclose the use of a waitlist or pool-based admissions system.