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Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City
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The school mentions a “Virtues Programme” that reinforces character traits such as teamwork, perseverance and effective communication from early years through to high school. Since the Integrated and International Programmes include “self-confidence” and “leadership” development via an outward-bound course, these elements contribute to social-emotional learning. The website does not give detailed structure (e.g., dedicated SEL lessons, names of staff or mapped progression) beyond these mentions.
The school does not publicly disclose a detailed SEN policy or clearly defined categories of special educational needs supported. There is no accessible section on the website that lists staff dedicated to SEN, support tiers, or specialist facilities. Thus, it is not described as a specialist SEN institution.
The school states that English language development is a key focus and offers a “Nexgen’s English Competency Programme (neo™)” in the Integrated Programme from Year 3 upwards. However, there is no publicly-published detailed EAL programme (for students whose first language is not English), such as small-group EAL classes, exit criteria, or specialist staff. Therefore, specific EAL provision cannot be verified beyond the stated focus on English competency.
No dedicated public page on the school website outlines mental-health programmes, counsellors or well-being initiatives by name. While character education (via the Virtues Programme) and leadership/outward-bound activities are featured, there is no clearly described mental-wellbeing support framework (e.g., counselling service, emotional-health workshops) available in the publicly accessible materials.
Singapore International School @ Saigon South prioritises the welfare and safety of all students in line with the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. The campus incorporates safety measures such as CCTV and high-visibility classrooms. A school nurse, Guidance Counsellors, and designated Student Protection Officers are available for student support. Concerns about harm or neglect are reported to these contacts and referred to the Principal for follow-up. Students receive lessons on personal safety and protective behaviours through the Virtues Programme. All staff complete annual child protection training, and recruitment includes police background checks and reference verification.
Singapore International School @ Saigon South offers education from Pre-School through High School with Cambridge pathways. Primary and Junior High follow the Singapore Curriculum, while older students progress to Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge AS/A Levels. English is the primary medium of instruction, with Chinese and Vietnamese also taught. The school integrates STEM, including Robotics/Coding, and provides a structured Outdoor Education programme through Outward Bound Vietnam for Year 4 upwards. Families can reference detailed fee schedules for both the International and Integrated Programmes on the Admissions page, and a Transportation page outlines school bus arrangements. The campus community shares regular updates via newsletters featuring sports teams and student leadership activities.
