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Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City
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The campus lies in District 11 of Ho Chi Minh City, a well-connected urban area. The school also operates a shuttle bus service to assist families across different districts, making daily commutes easier.
This campus serves the Preschool through Elementary (K–5) levels. The broader APU system includes Middle School and High School on a nearby campus in District 11, offering a continuous learning pathway from early years through Grade 12.
APU is a co-educational day school. The wider APU system also provides a boarding (dormitory) option for students who need residential arrangements, though the Preschool and Elementary students typically attend as day learners.
The school offers an English Language Development (ELD) programme to help students whose first language is not English. This support integrates English learning into daily instruction, ensuring students can participate fully in the American curriculum environment.
The school follows an American curriculum aligned with U.S. education standards and practices.
The school has no religious affiliation.
The website does not provide published start and end times for the Preschool & Elementary school day.
Yes. The school operates a shuttle bus service that connects families across multiple districts of Ho Chi Minh City. The system uses electronic student cards for safe pick-up and drop-off and emphasizes punctuality and communication with families.
Application Fees
A one-time Admission Fee of VND 15,000,000 is required for all new students. A refundable Enrollment Deposit of VND 15,000,000 is also charged and returned upon withdrawal according to school policy. Families re-enrolling each year must pay a Re-admission Fee as listed on the current fee schedule.
Tuition Fees (Per Year)
APU offers three payment plans (Options A, B, and C), with Option A being the annual lump-sum plan. The following figures apply to the 2025–26 academic year:
Preschool: VND 237,600,000
Grade 1: VND 306,000,000
Grade 2: VND 318,600,000
Grade 3: VND 331,200,000
Grade 4: VND 356,400,000
Grade 5: VND 372,000,000
Families may choose between annual, biannual, or monthly installment payment schedules, with corresponding deadlines specified in the official school fee document.
Additional Fees
Expenses for school uniforms, lunch programs, transportation services, and optional extracurricular activities are billed separately. Other service charges, such as technology or materials fees, may apply as outlined by the school’s administration.
Transportation Fees
The school operates a citywide shuttle bus service with routes covering all districts in Ho Chi Minh City. Bus fees depend on distance and are billed according to route and frequency. Each bus is equipped with safety measures and monitored using electronic student cards for pick-up and drop-off verification.
Refund Policy
The Enrollment Deposit (VND 15,000,000) is refundable upon withdrawal, provided the required notice and conditions in the fee policy are met. Other refund terms are outlined in the school’s financial regulations.
Payment Options
Families may pay via bank transfer or through arrangements with the school’s Finance Office. All payments must adhere to the school’s published schedule and currency requirements.
APU’s Preschool & Elementary campus in District 11 delivers an American curriculum with instruction in English and dedicated English Language Development (ELD) support. Learning in the early years emphasizes play-based approaches alongside structured programs such as Jolly Phonics, Go Math, Interactive Science, and leveled readers. Beyond classrooms, younger students can join the STEM-Robotics Club and take part in music activities and International Arts Week. Families across the city can use APU’s Shuttle Bus service, which operates pick-up and drop-off in every district with electronic student cards for safety and punctuality. APU also offers a boarding (dormitory) option close to campus for families who need it. The school’s pathway is aligned with U.S. education, and APU publishes information about AP and College Bridge opportunities as students progress through later grades.
