Westlink International School Hanoi

Westlink International School is located on Gia Vinh Road in the Tay Ho Tay urban area of Xuan Dinh Ward, Hanoi. The neighbourhood is close to Ciputra and Starlake residential areas, as well as major offices and the Korean Embassy. Families can access central Hanoi and Noi Bai International Airport easily via main arterial roads. This makes the campus convenient for both local and expatriate families relocating to the city.

The school is organised into Early Years (ages 4–5), Primary Years Programme (ages 6–10), and Middle Years (IB or Bilingual) for ages 11–15. An IB Diploma Programme for ages 16–17 is planned to open in August 2027. Each division follows its own curriculum structure.

Westlink is a co-educational day school that welcomes students of all genders. The school does not offer boarding facilities, and all programmes operate on a day-school model.

The school provides support through an Inclusive Learning Policy and offers Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) when required. A dedicated Head of Inclusion, EAL specialists, and a school counsellor support students with additional needs. Families may be required to fund LSA or EAL services depending on their child’s needs.

The school does not have a formal affiliation with any particular country. It offers the IB curriculum and a bilingual programme combining Vietnamese MOET and US core curriculum elements.

The school has no stated religious affiliation and operates as a non-denominational institution.

Students arrive between 7:30–8:00 a.m., with registration from 8:00–8:15 a.m. Lessons run across eight periods with scheduled snack and lunch breaks. The day ends around 3:55 p.m. on most days and 3:05 p.m. on Fridays, with optional ECAs afterwards.

Westlink provides a bus service with one-way and round-trip options. Fees vary by distance travelled, from under 5 km to over 20 km. Families register through the School Bus Service form, and bus charges can be paid yearly or termly.

Westlink offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework alongside a Bilingual Programme that combines the Vietnamese MOET curriculum with elements of the US core curriculum. In Early Years, students follow an international early childhood programme focused on foundational literacy, numeracy, and inquiry-based learning. From Grades 1–5, students learn through the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), organised around six transdisciplinary themes and subject areas including language, mathematics, social studies, science, arts, and physical education. In Grades 6–10, students may enter the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), which includes eight subject groups, interdisciplinary projects, and service learning. Parallel to this, the Bilingual Middle Years Programme (Grades 6–9) integrates MOET subjects with English-medium instruction in selected areas. The school is also a Candidate School for the IB Diploma Programme (DP), planned for launch in August 2027, offering the DP core and subject groups for upper secondary students.

Westlink states that its learning approach incorporates a Social–Emotional Learning (SEL) framework through its Life Competencies model, which emphasises collaboration, confidence, communication, and self-leadership. The school describes learning as student-centred and inquiry-based, encouraging students to manage themselves as learners and develop interpersonal skills. It also notes that well-being and supportive relationships are part of the school culture promoted by staff. These elements show that SEL is embedded in both the curriculum structure and the wider learning environment at the school.

Westlink publishes an Inclusive Learning Policy outlining its commitment to valuing differences, removing barriers to learning, and supporting students’ strengths and sense of belonging. The policy references personalised support, multiple means of engagement, and responses to behavioural or emotional stressors. The safeguarding information identifies staff with expertise in special education as part of the leadership team. The school does not list specific types of SEN it supports and does not describe itself as a specialist SEN institution. Westlink, therefore, appears to operate as a mainstream school with inclusive provisions and access to Learning Support Assistants when needed.

The school states that it offers a structured EAL programme that provides personalised support to help students develop English proficiency and participate confidently in lessons. Westlink also describes using tailored instruction, visual supports, workshops, and differentiated strategies in classrooms to support new English learners. The multilingual school information notes that students come from many nationalities and that the school supports English, Vietnamese, and home languages. These elements confirm that Westlink provides specific and formal EAL support.

Westlink’s safeguarding information describes a framework that includes health and safety audits, staff and student training, pastoral care, and access to a school nurse. The school’s learning philosophy also identifies wellbeing—balancing mental, emotional, and physical health—as one of its core life competencies. While the school does not list detailed mental-health programmes, it indicates that wellbeing is supported through pastoral structures and whole-school expectations. These references show that mental well-being is recognised and addressed through school policy and daily practice.

The school publishes a dedicated safeguarding section describing controlled campus access, CCTV monitoring, emergency protocols, first-aid support, and pastoral care structures. It identifies a Head of Safeguarding, a Designated Safeguarding Lea,d and a Deputy Safeguarding Lead as responsible for implementing safeguarding procedures. The school also refers to regular staff and student training and ongoing health and safety checks. These measures indicate that Westlink follows a structured system to protect students and ensure their safety on campus.

1. Initial Enquiry
Parents begin the process by submitting an online enquiry form or contacting the Admissions Office directly. The school then provides information on programmes, age placement, and availability. Families may also request an individual consultation with the Admissions team to understand curriculum pathways (IB or Bilingual). This stage helps determine the appropriate grade level and any support needs.

2. School Tour and Consultation
Parents are encouraged to visit the campus for a guided tour. During the tour, families meet academic leaders who explain the learning environment, curriculum structures, and student support systems. The team also reviews previous school records or background information provided by the family. This stage helps parents understand whether the programme aligns with their child’s needs.

3. Submission of Application Documents
Families complete the digital Enrolment Application Form and submit required documents, including previous school reports (if applicable), identification documents, and photographs. Medical records, including immunisation history for Primary students, are also required. All documents may be submitted online or directly to the Admissions Office. The school reviews the documentation to confirm eligibility for the selected programme.

4. Placement Test
Students complete an age-appropriate placement test assessing English skills and academic readiness. The test fee must be paid before testing, and results are valid for six months. Placement testing helps determine whether the IB or Bilingual pathway is suitable for the student. Some students may require follow-up interviews or additional assessments based on their results.

5. Offer Letter and Acceptance
If the student meets entry requirements and a place is available, the school issues an Offer Letter. Parents then confirm acceptance by returning the signed Offer Letter and completing any outstanding documentation. Required fees—such as the enrolment fee, security deposit, and first instalment of tuition—must be paid to secure the place. If a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) or EAL support is required, the financial arrangements for those provisions are also finalised at this stage.

The school includes a Scholarships section in its admissions menu, but it does not publicly publish details regarding scholarship criteria, application procedures, or eligibility on its website or in its admissions or fee handbooks. No specific academic, merit-based, or financial-aid scholarship structure is described. Therefore, the school does not publicly disclose detailed information about scholarships at this time.

Westlink International School Hanoi operates a waitlist system when a grade level or programme is full. Families may choose to join the waitlist if no immediate place is available. Students on the waitlist are contacted in order when a place opens, based on availability and completion of admissions requirements. The school does not describe a broader pool or lottery system beyond this standard waitlist process.