The American School - Ho Chi Minh City

06 Song Hanh Road, Ho Chi Minh City - Long Thanh - Dau Giay Freeway, Binh Trung Ward, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Pre-Nursery to Grade 12 (Early Childhood, Elementary School, Middle School, High School)

International school

Vietnam

American Curriculum with an international perspective. English is the teaching medium; EAL support is provided for students whose English is not yet strong, though EAL is not offered for Grades 10-12. For English Language Arts and Math, TAS follows Common Core Standards and Benchmarks; Science uses Next Generation Standards (Common Core Linked); Social Studies uses AERO Standards. The Early Childhood Center follows GELDS. The curriculum is organized into Early Childhood, Elementary (grades 1-5), Middle School (grades 6-8), and High School (grades 9-12). TAS is a Candidate School for the IB Primary Years Programme and is pursuing authorization for the IB Diploma Programme; annual Curriculum Guides describe course descriptions.

95% college acceptance rate. 30 national awards won. 15 scholarships awarded. 1000+ standardized test scores.

Graduates go on to universities worldwide, including Johns Hopkins University, Cornell University, the University of Southern California, New York University, Harvard University, the University of Melbourne, the University of British Columbia, and UC Irvine.

The school integrates social and emotional development across its programs. The Early Childhood Program uses GELDS to develop cognitive, social, and emotional skills and to create a comfortable, secure learning environment. In Elementary School (grades 1–5), educators guide students as engaged inquirers and help them weave thoughts, emotions, and experiences into learning. Students are encouraged to take ownership of their actions, building self-worth and confidence. The approach emphasizes emotional development and relationship-building as a daily part of learning.

A Learning Support Department determines English as an Additional Language (EAL) needs and provides EAL support. Students take an English Proficiency test as part of the admissions process. If EAL support is required, it will be billed for this added layer of support. EAL students are assessed at the end of the year to reevaluate their academic progress.

Additional English Language Support is available for students who require it. Students take an English Proficiency test as part of the admissions process. The Learning Support Department determines the need for EAL support and bills for it. EAL progress is reassessed at the end of the year to evaluate academic progress.

A School Counselor provides ongoing mental health support for students. In cases of acute mental health issues, referrals to outside professionals are made. The safeguarding framework supports safety and wellbeing through policies and procedures. The National Child Protection Hotline is 111. Safety procedures guide staff and families in addressing concerns.

The school has adopted a Child Protection Policy to safeguard the health, safety, and protection of children. Educators identify children in need of help and take steps to connect them with services. Staff must report concerns to the appropriate administrator and the school counselor. The School Counselor assesses cases and implements safety plans, including involvement of outside authorities when needed. Safety procedures provide step-by-step responses to concerns and emergencies. The National Child Protection Hotline is 111.

1. Consultation. Schedule a meeting to discuss programs and suitability for prospective students. The consultation may include a campus visit to learn about the program options and admission requirements, helping determine fit with TAS offerings and your child's needs.

2. Required Application Documentation. Submit all necessary forms and records for the application. The required documents include the application form, the application fee, a scan of the child's passport or birth certificate or ID, a recent digital passport photo, two years of previous school records and transcripts with notarized English translations where applicable, the TAS Recommendation Form, and a completed TAS Medical Report.

3. Placement Assessment (If Applicable). A placement assessment may be required to determine the appropriate academic level based on the application materials. If living in Ho Chi Minh City, it will be conducted on campus; if living overseas, it can be arranged as a remote assessment. Assessments may include the WIDA English Language assessment and the MAP for language and math, as applicable.

4. Admission Decision. The Head of Section will provide an admissions decision based on all submitted documentation and any necessary assessments, within 3 working days provided the application fee has been submitted.

5. Enrollment. The Admissions Team will issue an official Acceptance Letter with information and links for Fee Options, Meal Plans, and Bus Registration.

6. Registration Fee. After acceptance, parents must deposit the registration fee within one week (5 working days) from receipt of the invoice to secure the place; the registration fee is non-refundable.

TAS provides scholarship counseling through dedicated teachers who guide students in portfolio development and application preparation. TAS students have earned over USD 200,000 in scholarships from top universities worldwide. AP courses and a U.S.-standard curriculum support scholarship applications and real-world experiences are integrated to strengthen university scholarship opportunities. Graduates have been accepted to leading universities including UC Berkeley, NYU, University of Toronto, Penn State, and the University of Sydney.