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Strengths Outdoor Education, Languages, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Preschool
Introduction
Pathway Fuji Preschool Branch sits in Valora Fuji villa compound in Phuoc Long Ward, Thu Duc City, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The preschool offers Pathway School's early childhood program for children under six, emphasizing character formation and an 'inner world'. The five core cultural values are mindful culture, warrior spirit, understanding and compassion, kindness, and self-learning. Five key skills include adaptability, expressive language, independence, problem solving, and collaboration, developed through hands-on, multi-sensory experiences in real-world contexts. The curriculum blends Montessori-inspired learning and Tuệ Đức pedagogy with the Ministry of Education and Training's early childhood guidelines, and includes English exposure with daily instruction by teachers and foreign language instructors. The school maintains a bilingual environment with 25% English lessons taught by foreign teachers. Facilities include Montessori classrooms, a library, and Sasuke Playground, plus outdoor spaces in nature. Extra-curricular activities expose children to traditional culture and music and expressive arts.
Valora Fuji villa compound, No. 1 D13 Street, Phuoc Long Ward, Thu Duc City (Ho Chi Minh City), Vietnam
The Essentials
Pathway School - Fuji Preschool Branch has 5,000 pupils, typical class sizes of 25, instruction in English, Vietnamese.
Location
Pathway School – Fuji Campus is a spacious and modern preschool located in the Valora Fuji residential area at No. 1 D13 Street, Phuoc Long Ward, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The campus sits within a contemporary development designed for families and learning. It is part of Pathway School's preschool network in Ho Chi Minh City and serves preschool-aged children.
Stages
Preschool campus. It operates as Pathway School's preschool campus. It is part of Pathway School's Preschool network in Ho Chi Minh City.
Type
Preschool
Fees
Annual tuition at Pathway School - Fuji Preschool Branch ranges from VND 112,240,000 to VND 134,560,000 for 2026/27.
Application fee
- No separate application or enrolment fee is listed for Pathway School – Fuji Preschool Branch in the published fee schedule for the 2025–2026 academic year.
- Pathway Advanced (3–6 years): Quarterly: VND 21,750,000 per quarter (same quarter periods as above). Annual (with 7% annual prepayment discount): VND 80,910,000.
- Pathway Elite (3–6 years): Quarterly: VND 27,750,000 per quarter (same quarter periods as above). Annual (with 7% annual prepayment discount): VND 103,230,000.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- The academic year is organised in four quarters (Q1: Sep–Nov; Q2: Dec–Feb; Q3: Mar–May; Q4: Jun–Aug). Tuition may be paid per quarter or as an annual prepayment. Discounts apply for advance/full payment.
- Discounts on tuition: 7% discount for full-year prepayment; 5% discount for payment of three consecutive quarters; 2% discount for payment of two consecutive quarters. Minimum single payment per transaction is one quarter.
Boarding fees
- Not applicable. This campus is a preschool (mầm non); no boarding programme or boarding fees are listed.
Other compulsory and optional fees
- Meal fee (phí ăn): Annual: VND 18,000,000; Quarterly: VND 4,500,000 per quarter. Meals cover three meals per school day (breakfast, lunch, snack).
- Day-care / bán trú service fee: VND 1,500,000 per quarter or VND 6,000,000 per year (paid in line with the tuition billing period).
- Facility fee (phí cơ sở vật chất): VND 5,000,000 per year (mandatory, payable at start of year/first billing period).
- Experiential learning fee (phí học tập trải nghiệm): VND 1,600,000 per year (charged at the start of the year/with the first tuition instalment).
- Insurance fees: State health insurance (BHYT) for ages 0–6 is covered by the state; compulsory accident insurance (BHTN) indicated at VND 30,000 per year (2025 level). Additional insurance adjustments are subject to official announcements.
- Uniforms and related items: - New students purchase a uniform package: VND 700,000 per package (includes one main uniform set and one bedding set as defined by the school). - Individual item prices for families who replace or buy separately: main uniform set VND 350,000; bedding set VND 350,000; school backpack VND 200,000. (Backpack is not compulsory for all students in some cases; bedding set does not include mattress pad.)
- Books and school materials: Parents pay for books and materials when the school issues the annual book list; no fixed universal amount is stated in the published schedule.
Refund and hold/transfer policies
- Hold/transfer policy: For authorised short-term leave, parents may request hold/transfer of unused portions of tuition, meal and day-care fees under the school's conditions (e.g., parental notification requirements and minimum leave periods). Specific hold/transfer entitlements vary by fee type and are stated in the campus financial regulations.
- Refunds on withdrawal or long-term leave: If a pupil officially withdraws or takes approved leave under the stated conditions (including required written notice and minimum periods), refunds are calculated per the school table. Example rules published for the 2025–2026 schedule include: tuition and day-care service — up to 90% refund of unused portions when withdrawal/leave meets approval conditions; meal fees refunded pro rata by day, with the preschool daily meal refund rate specified at VND 65,000 per day; facility fees are generally non‑refundable. Exact refund percentages and conditions depend on the specific fee and timing of the request.
Fee payment options
- School mobile application: School App “Pathway School” (payment section for fees).
- Online payment link / payment gateway.
- Credit/debit card payments: accepted via POS machines at the school.
- Bank transfer: corporate account for fee payments (account name and account number provided for transfers to the school's account; parents are required to include student identifiers and payment purpose in the transfer instruction).
Notes on discounts and conditions
- Sibling discounts: Second child receives 5% discount on tuition; third child and subsequent children receive 10% on tuition (subject to required documentation).
- All listed fees are shown in Vietnamese đồng (VND). Annual tuition figures listed in the fee schedule reflect a 7% discount when the full year is paid in advance. Quarter amounts correspond to the published quarterly billing periods.
Academics
Pathway School - Fuji Preschool Branch teaches Vietnamese Curriculum, Montessori Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 1 to 18.
Curriculum
Pathway Fuji Preschool follows Pathway School's early childhood program for children under six, focusing on building an inner world and character. The program centers on five core cultural values: mindful culture, warrior spirit, understanding and compassion, kindness, and self-learning. It develops five key skills—adaptability, expressive language, independence, problem solving, and collaboration—through hands-on, multi-sensory experiences in real-world contexts. The curriculum combines Montessori-inspired learning and Tuệ Đức pedagogy with the Ministry of Education and Training's Early Childhood Education guidelines. English language exposure is integrated, providing foundational language skills and confidence through daily instruction by teachers and foreign language instructors. Classrooms and spaces emphasize active learning, with outdoor play areas, an interactive library, and learning environments designed to inspire inquiry and autonomy.
Student Teacher Ratio
Average class size: 20-25 students.
Admissions
Admissions
Step 1: Learn about Pathway School. The school provides general information about itself. Step 2: Register for consultation. After selecting a suitable campus, parents fill the consultation registration form. The Admissions Department provides details about the curriculum, fee policy, and arranges a campus visit. Step 3: Entrance knowledge test. After information gathering and registration, the Admissions team schedules an entrance test. Preschool tests assess age, psychology, and physical development; Primary tests assess age, conduct, English, Vietnamese, and mathematics, with a skills assessment for Grade 1; Secondary tests assess age, completion of primary, conduct, English, literature, mathematics, and psychology. Step 4: Complete enrollment procedures. Parents submit the enrollment application and pay fees within seven days of receiving test results. Enrollment documents include: Enrollment form; Enrollment agreement; Child psychology questionnaire; Health check; three 4x6 photos; a birth certificate copy (or translated birth certificate if foreign national); a household registration or passport (if foreign national); the most recent academic transcript (except for Preschool); certificate of completion of primary (for secondary) and a transfer letter (if transferring).
FAQs
Where is Pathway School – Fuji Preschool Branch located and who does it serve?
Pathway Fuji Preschool is located in Valora Fuji, No. 1 D13 Street, Phuoc Long Ward, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. It operates as Pathway School's preschool campus and serves preschool-aged children within the Pathway School network, which began in 2014.
What curriculum does Pathway Fuji Preschool follow and what are its core values?
The campus follows Pathway School's early childhood program for children under six, focusing on five core values: mindful culture, warrior spirit, understanding and compassion, kindness, and self-learning. It develops five key skills—adaptability, expressive language, independence, problem solving, and collaboration—through hands-on, multi-sensory learning.
Is Pathway Fuji Preschool co-educational and part of a larger network?
Yes, it is a co-educational preschool and part of Pathway School's network in Ho Chi Minh City, which includes more than 20 campuses.
What are the tuition options for Pathway Fuji Preschool and how are they billed?
There are three programs: Nhà trẻ (18–36 months), Pathway Advanced (3–6 years), and Pathway Elite (3–6 years). Fees can be paid quarterly or as an annual prepayment with discounts: 7% for full-year, 5% for three consecutive quarters, and 2% for two consecutive quarters.
What other fees should families expect besides tuition?
Annual or quarterly meal fees cover three meals per day; there are also day-care fees, a facility fee, an experiential learning fee, and uniforms. There is state health insurance for ages 0–6 and a small annual accident insurance fee; books and materials are billed as issued.
How does the admissions process work and what documents are required?
Admissions steps include an initial inquiry and campus consultation, an entrance knowledge test, and enrollment after test results. Required documents include an enrollment form, photos, birth certificate, passport or foreign national ID, health check, and the most recent academic records (where applicable).
What is the typical class size at Pathway Fuji Preschool?
The average class size is 20–25 students, with a learning approach that emphasizes active, hands-on, Montessori-inspired activities and English exposure.
What does the Pathway Fuji Preschool curriculum emphasize beyond academics?
The curriculum concentrates on building an inner world and character, with English exposure integrated across activities and a bilingual environment that includes the Pathway ESL program.
Are there any published exam results or progression information for preschool?
There are no published exam results for the preschool, and information on progression to primary education is not provided.
What facilities does Pathway Fuji Preschool offer?
Facilities include Montessori classrooms, a well-stocked library, and Sasuke Playground for movement development. Classrooms are well-ventilated and air-conditioned, and the outdoor environment is nature-rich to support exploration.
What is Sasuke Playground and what does it develop?
Sasuke Playground focuses on movement development, improving height, gross and fine motor skills through activities like balance, ball exercises, stretching, and balance beams.
Are spaces designed to support independent learning?
Yes. The learning spaces and Montessori materials are designed to maximize independent and collaborative learning, with bright, safe, and well-organized environments.
How is English language development delivered at Pathway Fuji Preschool?
English is delivered through immersion across all activities, with about 25% of English lessons taught by foreign teachers as part of the bilingual program.
What kinds of extracurricular activities and cultural learning are available?
Children can participate in activities to understand and appreciate Vietnam's traditional culture, plus music sensory courses and other play-based experiences that encourage exploration and creativity.
Is social-emotional learning part of the program?
Yes. The program includes Harmony SEL and focuses on concentration, social-emotional learning, and language development as foundational elements of early education.
What wellbeing or safeguarding provisions are noted for Pathway Fuji Preschool?
Specific SEN, EAL, mental wellbeing, safeguarding, or welfare programs are not detailed in the provided information.
Is there a uniform, and what does it cost?
New students purchase a uniform package for 700,000 VND, which includes the main uniform and bedding. Individual items include a main uniform set for 350,000 VND, bedding 350,000 VND, and a backpack 200,000 VND (backpack is not always compulsory).
What about meals—how is food managed at the campus?
Meals are provided as part of the daily program, covering breakfast, lunch, and a snack, with annual or quarterly meal fees corresponding to three meals per day.
Who governs Pathway Fuji Preschool and how is it related to Pathway School overall?
Pathway Fuji Campus is owned by BK Education Alliance Joint Stock Company and operates as part of the Pathway School network, which includes campuses across Ho Chi Minh City.
Are there any accreditations or awards noted for Pathway Fuji Preschool?
No accreditations or awards are listed in the available information.
