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Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City
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The Secondary Campus is located in the Thảo Điền neighbourhood of Thu Đức City (District 2), Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. It lies in a well-connected area with access to many expatriate housing neighbourhoods and is about 15 minutes from the city centre. Bus routes cover multiple districts and the campus is part of the “one community, two campuses” model with the Primary Campus nearby.
The school serves students aged approximately 11 to 18 and is structured for Grades 6-12 (Middle Years and High School). The curriculum follows the IB Middle Years Programme and then the IB Diploma Programme.
It is a co-educational day school.
The school offers a Student Support and Enrichment team which includes Learning Support for students with mild-to-moderate learning needs, English as an Additional Language (EAL) support and counselling. Individual learning plans (IEPs) are used where required.
The school is international with no formal affiliation to a specific national system.
The school has no religious affiliations.
While the exact daily times are not detailed on publicly available pages, the school operates a regular day schedule with morning advisory, class blocks, a lunch break and co-curricular activities after lessons.
The school operates a bus service for students aged 4 years and older, covering many districts of Ho Chi Minh City including District 1, District 2, District 3, District 4, District 5, Bình Thạnh, Tân Bình, Gò Vấp and Thu Đức. There is also a complimentary shuttle service between the Primary and Secondary campuses for eligible families.
Application and Enrolment Fees
A non-refundable application fee and registration fee are payable upon admission. These fees cover processing and administrative costs related to enrolment.
Tuition Fees
For the 2025–2026 academic year, tuition fees vary by grade:
Grades 6–8: VND 849,400,000 per year (or VND 437,400,000 per semester / Term 1: 315,100,000 / Term 2: 225,100,000 / Term 3: 225,100,000 / Term 4: 135,100,000).
Grades 9–10: VND 888,200,000 per year (or VND 457,400,000 per semester / Term 1: 329,500,000 / Term 2: 235,400,000 / Term 3: 235,400,000 / Term 4: 141,200,000).
Grades 11–12: VND 959,000,000 per year (or VND 493,900,000 per semester / Term 1: 355,800,000 / Term 2: 254,100,000 / Term 3: 254,100,000 / Term 4: 152,500,000).
Billing Schedule and Payment Terms
Fees are billed per semester or per term, with due dates typically on 1 July 2025, 1 October 2025, 1 December 2025, and 1 March 2026.
Boarding
The school does not offer boarding facilities; all students attend as day students.
Other Costs
Additional costs include school uniforms, technology devices, transport (optional bus service), and some extracurricular activities.
Refunds and Payment Options
Refunds follow the school’s admissions and withdrawal policy. Payments are accepted via bank transfer; other methods may be arranged upon request through the school’s finance office.
International School Ho Chi Minh City’s Secondary Campus in Thao Dien serves students ages 11–18 through the IB Middle Years Programme and IB Diploma Programme. Learning is delivered in English, with dedicated English as an Additional Language support and an Intensive English Language Program for Grades 6–7. The campus offers a broad co-curricular programme, including a structured Athletics & Aquatics pathway and over 95 after-school activities, with 26+ programmes through the ISHCMC Performing Arts Academy. Student leadership and impact are developed through Service as Action (MYP) and CAS (DP). The school provides a city-wide bus service and a free inter-campus shuttle for eligible families. Located ~15 minutes from the city centre, Thao Dien’s amenities and family housing make daily routines convenient.
