Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City
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The Junior Campus at BIS HCMC serves primary students in Thao Dien, about 15 minutes from District 1. Teaching follows the English National Curriculum with the International Primary Curriculum (IPC), delivered in English with French, Spanish, Mandarin, and Vietnamese taught as languages. Primary classes typically have 20–24 students. Students choose from a wide CCA programme organised into Music/Productions, Arts/Activities/Language, STEAM/Technology, Community, Sports, and Food Technology, with examples ranging from Book Club and Junior String Orchestra to team sports. The campus connects by private bridge to the Secondary Campus, supporting smooth transition to later years.
225 Nguyen Van Huong Street, An Khanh Ward, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
British International School HCMC - Junior Campus has 2,400 pupils, typical class sizes of 22, instruction in English.
The Junior Campus is located at 225 Nguyen Van Huong Street, Thao Dien, Thu Duc City, about 15 minutes from central District 1. The area is a popular residential hub for expatriate families, with easy access to international supermarkets, cafés, and housing. The campus is connected to the Secondary Campus by a private pedestrian bridge and is close to main transport routes across the Saigon Bridge.
The Junior Campus provides education for students in the Primary stage, representing the middle years between the Early Years & Infant and Secondary campuses. Learning builds on early foundations with a focus on developing core skills, creativity, and independence through the English National Curriculum and the International Primary Curriculum (IPC).
The Junior Campus is a co-educational day school.
The school provides Additional Educational Needs (AEN) and English as an Additional Language (EAL) support for students who need extra help. Support includes small-group interventions, targeted instruction, and collaboration with class teachers. The school is not a specialist SEN institution but accommodates a range of mild to moderate learning needs within its mainstream setting.
The school follows the British curriculum and is part of Nord Anglia Education, a UK-based global schools group.
The school does not have any religious affiliations.
The school day begins at 7:50 a.m. with registration and ends at 2:30 p.m. Co-curricular clubs and sports sessions take place after lessons. Breaks are scheduled mid-morning and at lunchtime, providing time for socialising, eating, and outdoor play.
BIS HCMC provides a school bus service serving multiple districts across the city. Each bus is supervised by trained staff who assist students during pick-up and drop-off. The service is centrally coordinated by the school’s transport office, with routes reviewed regularly to meet family needs.
Annual tuition at British International School HCMC - Junior Campus ranges from VND 648,100,000 to VND 724,100,000 for 2026/27.
British International School HCMC - Junior Campus teaches IPC (International Primary Curriculum), British Curriculum for students aged 5 to 11.
The Junior Campus at BIS HCMC provides the Primary stage of education, following the English National Curriculum integrated with the International Primary Curriculum (IPC). This combination ensures that students develop a strong foundation in core subjects such as English, Mathematics, and Science, while engaging in topic-based, cross-curricular learning. Lessons are supported by specialist teaching in Music, Physical Education, and Vietnamese Studies. Students also study Modern Foreign Languages, including French and Mandarin, from the primary years. Digital literacy, social skills, and personal development are built into classroom learning to prepare students for secondary education. The curriculum encourages curiosity and reflection, connecting global themes with local context and community life.
1. Initial enquiry
Families begin by submitting an online enquiry form through the BIS HCMC website. The Admissions Team contacts parents within one working day to discuss availability, school programmes, and next steps. Families are encouraged to book a campus tour, which can be conducted in person or virtually.
2. Campus tour
Prospective families are invited to visit the Junior Campus to meet staff, view classrooms, and understand the school’s curriculum. Tours are personalised, giving parents insight into daily life and facilities.
3. Application submission
Parents complete the online application form and provide supporting documents, including copies of the child’s birth certificate or passport, school reports (if applicable), and any learning support documentation. The Application Fee of VND 4,700,000 is payable at this stage.
4. Assessment and review
Each child undergoes an age-appropriate assessment to determine their academic readiness and language level. The school also reviews past reports and teacher recommendations to ensure appropriate placement.
5. Offer and enrolment
Successful applicants receive a formal Offer Letter from the Admissions Office. A student’s place is confirmed once parents sign the acceptance form and pay the Registration Fee and Security Deposit.
6. Orientation and start
Before term begins, families receive information about class placement, uniform requirements, and school transport options. New students are invited to attend orientation sessions to help them settle in smoothly.
The school does not publicly offer or list any scholarships for the Junior Campus or Primary level. All admissions are fee-based, and there are no academic or financial aid programmes currently advertised by BIS HCMC for this stage.
The school operates a waitlist system when year groups reach full capacity. Applications are held on file and reviewed as spaces become available, with priority given to siblings of current students and children of returning families.
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