Why join for free?
Already have an account? Log In
Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City
Let the school know you're thinking of applying — they can share their prerequisites and help you through the process.
It's best to ask — circumstances can change at any time.
The ABC International School (ABCIS) was founded in 1995 as the ABC English School, starting with 12 students in a playgroup and nursery. By 2001 the school had grown to about 70 pupils and began formally following the British National Curriculum; the name was changed to The ABC International School to reflect its expanding diversity. In 2003 the school was registered in the UK with the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA) and the Department for Education (DfES). The school moved to its first purpose-built campus in South Saigon in 2004, and shortly afterwards with a pupil population exceeding 500, relocated to a larger campus known as SS1 for the Primary Stages; in 2005 the school was accredited by Cambridge to teach IGCSE and A Levels and joined FOBISIA, later COBIS. A state-of-the-art campus opened in August 2018, marking the culmination of expansion and the school's ongoing growth.
The ABCIS uses a house system with four houses—Dalat Dragons, Hanoi Hornets, Mekong Monsters, and Saigon Serpents—fostering a vibrant, inclusive community. Students participate in a wide range of house competitions and events, earning house points for Achieving, Belonging, and Caring, which promotes leadership and teamwork. The Nha Be campus features a 400-seat theatre and other facilities that support performances and cultural events, enriching the school's community life. The school runs a Model United Nations (MUN) program with weekly meetings and inter-school conferences, and field trips include FOBISIA regional events as well as Duke of Edinburgh's Award activities and group residential trips.
The ABC International School describes parents as an integral part of its community, with opportunities to get involved through events, Parent Advisory Groups, and a dedicated parent portal. Parent Advisory Groups coordinate input from families and support school initiatives and volunteer efforts. A dedicated parent portal provides direct lines of communication and access to updates on student progress and school activities. The principal notes that the school is family-owned and has operated for more than 25 years, underscoring a close, family-centered approach to governance.
ABC International School (ABCIS) operates two campuses in Ho Chi Minh City: Trung Son and Nha Be. It delivers the British Curriculum in English for ages 2–18, starting with EYFS, then the English National Curriculum in Primary with Vietnamese from Year 1, and secondary study with French and Chinese. The Secondary programme leads to International GCSEs in Years 10–11 and International AS/A‑Levels in Years 12–13, with AP available. The school is recognised by the UK government. Facilities at Trung Son include air‑conditioned classrooms, a library, a music room, a sleep room, and a dining hall, plus interactive screens and iPads. Nha Be features a 25‑metre pool, a 4G football pitch, an indoor gym and fitness centre, and specialist spaces for Food Tech, Design Tech, ICT, Art and Music, plus a Recording Studio, a 400‑seat theatre, and a 100‑seat auditorium. The ECA programme offers over 80 weekly activities, including Model United Nations, the International Award, and a house system.
