Brighton College Vietnam vs Reigate Grammar School Vietnam

	B Brighton College Vietnam Hanoi, Vietnam	R Reigate Grammar School Vietnam Hanoi, Vietnam
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year ₫600,000,000 - 800,000,000	Fees / year ₫382,500,000 - 654,505,950
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (DP), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (DP), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Pupils	Pupils 552	Pupils 450
Typical class size	Typical class size 24	Typical class size 24
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 2023	Opened 2013
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Brighton College Vietnam is located at Lot B2-TH01 and B2-CS01 in the Vinhomes Ocean Park urban area, Gia Lam, Hanoi. It sits within a modern residential-urban development surrounded by new housing, amenities, and family-oriented community spaces. The neighbourhood provides convenient access to facilities within Vinhomes Ocean Park, making it suitable for families relocating to suburban Hanoi.	Location Reigate Grammar School Vietnam is located in Hanoi, Vietnam, in the Dai Kim urban area of Dinh Cong Ward, Hoang Mai district. The street address is No 6-7 Nguyen Cong Thai Street, Dai Kim New Urban Area, Hanoi. The surrounding area is described as a safe, modern urban setting with facilities nearby and good connections to central Hanoi via the ring road. The campus sits in a leafy suburban part of Hanoi.
Stages	Stages The school offers an all-through structure from Early Years (age 3) to Year 13 (age 18). This includes Early Years/Prep, Primary, Secondary, and Sixth Form levels.	Stages The school comprises a Preparatory School for Pre-K to Year 6, a Secondary School for Years 7-11, and a Sixth Form for Years 12-13. The overall age range is 3 to 18.
School type	School type Brighton College Vietnam is co-educational, enrolling both boys and girls. It operates as a day school and does not offer boarding facilities.	School type The school is a not-for-profit international school affiliated with Reigate Grammar School UK.
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Additional learning support	Additional learning support The school states that its current facilities and systems are not able to accommodate pupils with special educational needs. As a result, it does not operate as a specialist SEN provider.	Additional learning support Learning Support includes English as an Additional Language (E.A.L) and Shadow Teaching Assistance.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation The school is affiliated with the United Kingdom through the Brighton College family of schools.	Country affiliation The school follows a British international ethos and is part of the Reigate Grammar School network, with collaboration from Reigate Grammar School UK.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation The school does not have a religious affiliation and operates as a secular institution.	Religious affiliation No religious affiliation is listed.
School day structure	School day structure The school does not publicly provide a detailed daily timetable, including start and end times or break schedules. This information is typically shared directly with enrolled families.	School day structure The school uses a bus system with arrivals before the start of the day and return journeys around 4:05 pm; late buses operate from Tuesday to Thursday. Start times are not publicly published.
Bus service details	Bus service details Brighton College Vietnam offers a school bus service for students. Detailed arrangements such as routes, stops, and fees are not publicly listed and are normally communicated during the admissions or enrolment process.	Bus service details Buses are provided by a contracted third‑party operator. Each vehicle is equipped with seat belts and has a Bus Monitor; there is a mobile phone for emergencies. Pick-up and drop-off points are safe central locations, and exact timings are arranged with parents after interest is indicated. To book, email registrar.office@reigategrammar.edu.vn. Late buses run from Tuesday to Thursday inclusive.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Brighton College Vietnam does not publish year-by-year tuition tables. The only publicly available information is an estimated annual tuition range of: VND 600,000,000 – VND 800,000,000 per year Individual fees for Early Years, Primary, Secondary, IGCSE, or Sixth Form are not disclosed. Term-by-term billing percentages are also not published.###	Fee details Application and assessment fees - Application & Assessment (one-time): VND 5,200,000. This total comprises: Application fee VND 2,600,000; CAT4 assessment VND 1,300,000; Entry test VND 1,300,000. Tuition deposit and enrolment fee - Tuition deposit (one-time, payable on acceptance): VND 24,000,000. The deposit is refundable only after the student has attended classes and then graduates or withdraws in accordance with the school's notice requirements; it is forfeited if a place is accepted but the student never attends. - Enrolment fee (one-time, non-refundable): VND 35,000,000. Payment is required within 14 days to confirm an offered place. Tuition fees — standard annual (full-payment) and quarterly instalment amounts - Nursery & Reception: Annual (full payment) VND 382,500,000. Quarterly instalments if selected (Option 2, with a 5% finance charge) are: 1st quarter VND 140,581,500; 2nd quarter VND 100,419,000; 3rd quarter VND 100,419,000; 4th quarter VND 60,256,500. - Year 1: Annual (full payment) VND 456,883,500. Quarterly instalments: 1st Q VND 167,892,000; 2nd Q VND 119,926,500; 3rd Q VND 119,926,500; 4th Q VND 71,961,000. - Years 2–6: Annual (full payment) VND 701,250,000. Quarterly instalments: 1st Q VND 257,703,000; 2nd Q VND 184,084,500; 3rd Q VND 184,084,500; 4th Q VND 110,440,500. - Years 7–9: Annual (full payment) VND 775,633,500. Quarterly instalments: 1st Q VND 285,039,000; 2nd Q VND 203,592,000; 3rd Q VND 203,592,000; 4th Q VND 122,170,500. - Years 10–11: Annual (full payment) VND 871,258,500. Quarterly instalments: 1st Q VND 320,178,000; 2nd Q VND 228,709,500; 3rd Q VND 228,709,500; 4th Q VND 137,215,500. - Years 12–13: Annual (full payment) VND 935,008,500. Quarterly instalments: 1st Q VND 343,612,500; 2nd Q VND 245,437,500; 3rd Q VND 245,437,500; 4th Q VND 147,262,500. Founding-Student scholarship (reduced tuition) — where applicable - A Founding Students 3rd Class Scholarship (30% of annual tuition) is applied for eligible students; reduced annual and quarterly tuition figures under this scholarship are published and apply from Year 2 to Year 13 where the scholarship is awarded. Example reduced annual figures include: Years 2–6 VND 490,875,000; Years 7–9 VND 542,943,450; Years 10–11 VND 609,880,950; Years 12–13 VND 654,505,950 (and corresponding quarterly instalments are shown in the school's fee schedule). IBDP and A-level package fees (package programme fees) - IBDP package: 4 years VND 1,530,000,000; 3 years VND 1,147,500,000; 2 years VND 765,000,000. - A-level package: 4 years VND 1,224,000,000; 3 years VND 918,000,000; 2 years VND 612,000,000. Compulsory additional fees and assessment charges - Compulsory items include: residential field trip fees, bi-annual CAT4 tests and GL assessments, Year 13 leavers' ceremony, and externally moderated examination fees (IGCSE, A-level, IB DP). Examination entry fees must be paid in full by parents when applicable. - CAT4 test fee for new entry and Years 7, 10 & 12: VND 720,000 per test (non-refundable). Optional fees and typical extras - EAL support (additional English classes): VND 60,000,000 per school year (or one-quarter paid quarterly). - Orchestra programme: VND 200,000 per session (selection basis). - After-school IGCSE courses (selected students): VND 36,000,000 per school year (annual, non-refundable; discount for current students where published). - Document copies beyond the first original: VND 24,000 per page. Other miscellaneous costs that may occur during the year include uniforms, textbooks, optional sports training, exam fees, excursions, lunch, stationery, and similar items. Discounts - Re-enrolling students receive a 5% discount on the total annual tuition. - Family discount: 10% discount on tuition for the second child and any subsequent children concurrently attending (applied to the younger children's tuition only). - NGO/diplomatic staff: 10% discount on tuition for eligible employees. - Corporate discounts: for company-paid fees, multi-child discounts of 5%–10% apply depending on number of children. - Long-term discount: children attending three consecutive years are eligible for a 5% discount in the fourth and subsequent years. (All discounts combined will not exceed 50% of tuition.) Billing schedule and payment terms - Payment options: Option 1 — Annual lump-sum payment of tuition prior to attendance; Option 2 — Quarterly instalments (four payments) prior to each quarter. A 5% finance charge is applied to the tuition if the quarterly instalment option is chosen. - Payment due dates and methods are shown on the debit note; parents must confirm their payment option before the academic year and a change after the debit note is issued incurs a VND 240,000 administrative change fee. - Late-payment penalties and consequences: 0.5% interest per working day for payments 3+ days beyond the debit note due date (capped at 10%); services may be suspended if payment is 20+ days overdue and the security deposit may be used to clear unpaid debit notes; forced withdrawal procedures commence at 60+ days overdue. All bank charges are the responsibility of parents. - All payments must be made via bank transfer. Parents licensed to pay in USD should contact Admissions for guidance in compliance with local foreign-exchange regulations. Refund information and withdrawal rules - Refunds of tuition apply only to Option 1 (annual, full-payment) per the school's refund schedule and subject to the school's notice requirements. Parents must provide 30 days' written notice prior to the student's last day in order to claim the security deposit refund; failure to provide 30 days' notice will forfeit the security deposit. - Refund schedule for refundable tuition (annual, full-payment basis): withdrawal on or before the end of 1st quarter — 65% of annual refundable tuition; on or before end of 2nd quarter — 40% of annual refundable tuition; on or before end of 3rd quarter — 15% of annual refundable tuition; withdrawal after end of 3rd quarter — no refund. Annual refundable tuition is calculated differently for first-year withdrawals (Total tuition less VND 84,000,000 non-refundable) and for withdrawals from the second year (Total tuition less VND 48,000,000 non-refundable). Refund of the security deposit can be claimed within 30 days from the date of withdrawal. Boarding fees - Boarding: Not applicable. The school's published fee schedules and student services do not include boarding provision or boarding fees. Summary of payment channels and contacts for payments - Method required: Bank transfer (all bank fees charged to parents). Parents with special payment licensing (for example USD) are instructed to contact Admissions for the authorised procedure. Quarterly instalments incur a 5% finance charge and are non-refundable. Administrative change fee for payment-option changes: VND 240,000. Late-payment interest and suspension/withdrawal processes apply as specified above.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements Boarding is offered at Brighton College Vietnam with pupils assigned to one of six boarding Houses. Each pupil is nurtured by a dedicated team of boarding staff, and boarding life includes a range of social activities to support academic effort. The school provides a bus network with routes that facilitate travel on Friday nights and Monday mornings, and there is an emphasis on flexible options including weekly and full boarding with accompanying evening and weekend activities.	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement All uniform and sports kit must be clearly labelled with the pupil's first and surname inside. Ties should be smartly tied, top buttons done up, shirts tucked in, and jackets worn in corridors and on formal occasions. Hair must be tidy and in a natural colour, with long hair tied back; jewellery is limited to a single stud in each earlobe; there is no makeup or nail varnish for Years 1–9, with discreet makeup permitted for Years 10–13; skirts or dresses should be knee length; shoes should be black and conventional; the school shop is the supplier for most items with exceptions for swimming gear.	Uniform requirement RGSV requires a daily uniform comprising Classroom Uniform, PE Uniform, and a House Team Uniform. EYFS–Year 1 wear polo shirts and shorts, while Year 2–Year 12 wear a formal shirt with long trousers or a skirt/dress shorts; Secondary and Sixth Form wear the RGSV blazer and tie. The school has four houses—Phoenix, Dragon, Unicorn, and Tiger—with a House Team Uniform used for inter-house events.
Food options	Food options —	Food options Catering at RGSV is provided by on-site staff from a large campus kitchen, with meals prepared to be nutritious and balanced and using locally sourced ingredients where possible. Menus are tailored with input from the student council and feature themed lunches and international cuisines. There are two eating times daily (snack and lunch), and lunch can be arranged for five days a week, on specific days, or brought from home.
House system	House system The boarding provision uses six boarding Houses, creating a house-based structure for boarders with dedicated care and strong pastoral support.	House system RGSV operates a four-house system: Tiger, Dragon, Unicorn, and Phoenix. Student leaders from each house coordinate inter-house competitions, and events include cross country, athletics, and other activities, with points contributing to an overall House Cup.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership Brighton College Vietnam is a member of the Brighton College family, delivering a British education for pupils aged 3–18 in Hanoi and forming part of a global network of Brighton College schools.	Governance and ownership RGSV is a not-for-profit international school. It is owned and founded by the Doan Anh Tuan Foundation, named in honor of the late founder. RGSV maintains collaboration with Reigate Grammar School UK as part of its broader educational network.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Brighton College Vietnam follows the English National Curriculum from Early Years through Secondary School. In Early Years and Primary, pupils study a broad programme that includes English, mathematics, science, humanities, arts, and physical education. At Secondary level, students continue with the English National Curriculum and progress toward the Cambridge IGCSE qualifications in Years 10 and 11. In Sixth Form (Years 12 and 13), the school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), which students follow across six subject groups along with the Core components. Language learning includes English as the main instructional language, with Vietnamese, Mandarin, and French offered as additional languages. The overall structure provides a continuous academic pathway from age 3 to 18.	Curriculum details The school teaches in English and operates as both an IB World School and a Cambridge centre, offering a continuum from primary through post-16. The Preparatory School delivers the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) with a Programme of Inquiry and scope-and-sequence documents covering language, mathematics, science, social studies, arts, music and physical education. Lower Secondary (Year 6–8) provides a broad education built around English, mathematics and science with subjects including humanities, French/Vietnamese/Korean, computing, art, music and PHE. The Cambridge IGCSE Programme is taught in Years 10–11, offering eight IGCSE subjects with external assessments in June and November and grading from A* to G. For post-16, the school offers the IB Diploma Programme and Cambridge A-Level Programme, with Vietnamese-language options for passport-holders under the Vietnamese national curriculum.
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Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar View document	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning BCVN provides pastoral care through a dedicated team that oversees student welfare across school life. Their “Pastoral Care” programme emphasises respect, mutual support, and recognition of each child, aiming to help pupils feel safe and valued. The school also organises parent-workshops on topics such as social media and revision, fostering a shared understanding between home and school of students’ emotional needs.	Social & emotional learning RGSV Vietnam supports social and emotional learning through a safeguarding framework that provides a safe learning environment, promotes health and wellbeing, and teaches pupils how to keep safe and manage risk; the Designated Safeguarding Lead is Mr Brendan Finn, and all safeguarding staff receive Level 3 safeguarding and child protection training with annual refreshers.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) Although BCVN’s policies list “education and welfare provision for pupils with EHC plans and pupils for whom English is an additional language” among possible policy documents available on request, the publicly accessible “Admissions Regulations” note that the school is currently unable to accommodate pupils with special educational needs. Thus, while there is a framework for SEN policy, the school does not present itself as a specialist-SEN institution, and there is no publicly detailed provision for individual learning support.	Special educational needs (SEN) The school provides SEN support via Shadow Teaching Assistance, where a shadow teaching assistant works with a pupil with learning differences or specific needs to enable participation in mainstream classes and promote independence and continuity in learning.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language On its policy page, BCVN indicates that “policy and welfare provision for pupils for whom English is an additional language” exists and is available on request. However — the school does not publicly describe any specific EAL programme, support classes, or language-support staff. Therefore, it is not possible to confirm formal EAL support in practice.	English as an additional language English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is delivered through Shadow Teaching Assistance, a limited-service programme designed to assist EAL students and help them participate effectively in class.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing BCVN’s safeguarding and pastoral-care framework includes measures to ensure pupil welfare throughout school life, which implicitly supports mental well-being by promoting respect, inclusivity, and student-care. Beyond this, there is no publicly available information detailing dedicated counselling services, mental-health programmes, or structured mental-wellbeing initiatives for students.	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is a focus within RGSV's approach, evidenced by activities and workshops such as a 2022 prep parents workshop on pastoral care, wellbeing and behaviour, and by safeguarding arrangements that promote health and wellbeing.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Brighton College Vietnam has a publicly available Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy (updated August 2025), which applies to both Preparatory and Senior School. It identifies a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and a team of Deputy DSLs covering all school levels, under whose oversight safeguarding issues — including bullying, online safety, child-on-child abuse, complaints, and secure premises — are managed. The policy applies to all staff, volunteers, contractors and visitors, and is reviewed annually. It establishes procedures for reporting concerns, handling allegations, and ensuring pupil welfare at all times.	Safeguarding RGSV has a formal safeguarding structure: a Designated Safeguarding Lead, a safeguarding team, induction for all staff, Level 3 safeguarding training with annual refreshers, a formal safeguarding policy, and multilingual visitors' leaflets (English, Vietnamese, Korean).
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Brighton College Vietnam is located on a 3.4-hectare lakeside campus at Vinhomes Ocean Park, Hanoi. The campus blends British design with Vietnamese elements and provides world-class facilities for both the Prep and Senior Schools. Facilities include green landscapes, science laboratories, a Design Technology Workshop, a library, dining halls, sports facilities, performing arts venues, and a cinema. Open corridors and a premium fresh air ventilation system are in every classroom.	Facilities overview Reigate Grammar School Vietnam operates from a purpose-built four-storey campus on 20,000 square metres of land, with a total building footprint of 39,800 square metres and a dedicated 24-hour security team. The campus includes spacious, well-resourced classrooms and a central common space designed to support collaborative and project-based learning. Facilities include two indoor swimming pools, an indoor multipurpose gymnasium with a stage, and fully equipped science laboratories. The Library and Media Centre provides print and digital resources across dedicated zones for collaborative and independent study, complemented by an ICT Department with a 3D printing system. Other notable spaces include football pitches, extensive outdoor play areas, well-resourced art, music and language rooms, and an auditorium.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The Senior School has an indoor sports hall with FIBA-certified wooden flooring, a large gym, and an aerobics studio. The Prep site offers an indoor sports hall, a large gym, and an aerobics studio, with two football pitches and outdoor learning spaces nearby. There is also a four-season swimming pool for aquatic activities at the campus.	Sports facilities RGSV offers extensive sports facilities including two indoor swimming pools and a dedicated indoor multipurpose gymnasium with a stage. The campus also has a football pitch and expansive outdoor play areas to support a broad PE and sporting program.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities There are 18 state-of-the-art science laboratories for advanced inquiry. A Design and Technology Workshop is described as the most advanced in Vietnam, equipped with machinery imported from the United Kingdom and Europe. The Senior School Library provides a Keble Library–inspired scholarly environment. Each site includes dedicated spaces for science, technology, and practical subjects, supporting a broad curriculum.	Academic facilities Science laboratories are fully equipped for practical work and regularly updated with the latest equipment and safety features. The Library and Media Centre hosts print and digital resources with zones for collaboration and independent study. The ICT Department includes a 3D printing system and technology-rich learning environments; classrooms are well-equipped to support modern teaching.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities The Performing Arts facilities include a 500-seat theatre, a Black Stage drama studio, professional music spaces, and a professional dance studio with sprung wooden floors and mirrors. A 50-seat cinema hosts screenings and seminars for pupils and parents. There are lakeside and green-space opportunities for outdoor learning and a range of clubs and activities that complement classroom work.	Extra curricular facilities Extra-curricular activities include more than 20 sports with inter-school HAC participation. Orchestra is offered through partnerships with specialist music provision. Residential field trips and a range of ECAs are part of the school program.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Brighton College Vietnam opened in August 2023 as part of the international expansion of Brighton College, a UK-based independent school group. It was established through a partnership between Brighton College UK and Vietnamese investors to bring the Brighton College educational model to Hanoi. The school is part of a wider family of Brighton College campuses located in the UK, UAE, Singapore, and Thailand. Its founding marked the first time the Brighton College network opened a school in Vietnam, with the Hanoi campus designed to serve students aged 3 to 18.	History Reigate Grammar School Vietnam began as the International School of Vietnam (ISV) in Hanoi and was re-branded in 2021. In December 2021, after an 18‑month collaboration with Reigate Grammar School UK, ISV was renamed Reigate Grammar School Vietnam (RGSV). RGSV is a not-for-profit international school in Hanoi that blends a traditional British independent school approach with Vietnamese values and principles and serves pupils aged 3–18. The collaboration with RGS UK accelerated development, and RGSV officially opened as RGS Vietnam on 6 April 2022. The school is led by Mai Bich Thuy, founder and chair of RGSV, and maintains close ties with RGS UK.
Community	Community The school community includes students, parents, and staff who participate in regular school activities and cultural events. Brighton College Vietnam hosts events such as student showcases, performances, and parent information sessions that help families stay engaged with school life. Community activities provide opportunities for students to connect across year levels and for parents to be involved in the broader school environment.	Community RGS Vietnam is a connected community that promotes cultural and language diversity. The RGSV community is drawn from around 30 nationalities, and although the learning programme is delivered in English, at least 15 languages are spoken by staff, students and families. Student leadership and activities are organised through student bodies such as Prefects, Student Council, MUN, TEDx, and an Upper Secondary Prom. News and events are shared through newsletters and RGSV channels, highlighting a dynamic calendar of school life.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association Brighton College Vietnam has an active PTA that serves as a link between families and the school. The PTA participates in organising school events, supporting community gatherings, and helping families connect with one another, particularly those newly arrived in Hanoi. Activities may include parent-workshops, cultural celebrations, or support for school performances and festivals. The PTA also provides opportunities for parents to volunteer in various roles throughout the school year. Although the school does not publish detailed lists of PTA sub-groups, it presents the association as a key part of strengthening community engagement.	Parent teacher association The Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) at RGSV is a group of parents who help welcome new families and students and volunteer to organise gatherings such as school fairs, parent excursions, and cultural talks; parents may also assist in classrooms and contribute to the curriculum through debates and guest speakers. The PTA Constitution sets objectives including developing relationships between staff and parents, supporting education and welfare, and fundraising to improve facilities and create educational opportunities. General meetings are held about every two months, with an AGM in September and a quorum of 15% of the parent body. The PTA Committee includes a Chair, Secretary and Treasurer, may form sub-committees, and has powers to advise, publish information, co-operate with other bodies, and raise funds for school projects. The PTA can be contacted at rgsvpta@gmail.com and has a RGSV Parent Facebook group for engagement.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual —	Academic & intellectual RGS Vietnam offers over 50 extracurricular activities each year, with lunchtime, after school and weekend options. Academic Pursuits include a Student-led Science Club, World Scholars Cup and English Fluency Club. There are two ECAs sessions running from early September and late January, allowing students to change activities. These ECAs supplement the curriculum by broadening students' academic interests and encouraging inquiry.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative Visual and Performing Arts options include Ballet, Orchestra, Guitar, Drama and Water Colour painting. Orchestra and other ensembles are available as ECAs to support performing arts. Students can pursue visual arts and creative activities as part of the ECA program. The arts ECAs provide opportunities to develop creativity alongside academic study.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language Social and Cultural ECAs include Public Forum Debate, Stress management, Korean Culture and History and Nature Club. The RGSV community is multinational, with around 30 nationalities and many languages spoken; English is the language of instruction. These clubs support cultural awareness and cross cultural exchange within the school community. The environment complements language learning and global awareness.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies Social and hobby clubs are offered as part of the ECA program and take place at lunchtime, after school and on weekends. Examples include Public Forum Debate, Stress management, Korean Culture and History and Nature Club. The range of activities provides recreational and interest based opportunities to connect with peers. Two ECA sessions per year allow students to switch activities as needed.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service Annual residential trips for Year 6 to Year 13 are a compulsory part of the program. Trips typically last three days and two nights and aim to build independence, teamwork and life skills. They are designed to motivate students to be active global citizens through team adventures and service projects in Vietnam, organized with The Learning Project. Destinations include Cuc Phuong, Mai Chau, Ba Vi, Sapa and Cat Ba.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional Student leadership is provided through formal roles in Student Bodies including Prefects, Student Council, MUN, TEDx and Upper Secondary Prom. These groups offer opportunities to lead events, develop public speaking and participate in school governance. The community also includes school houses and a Parent-Teacher Association that support leadership and service initiatives.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing —	Lifestyle & wellbeing The ECA program includes a broad sports offering such as Swimming, Basketball, Baseball, Football, Biathlon and Yoga. Activities run during lunch, after school and on weekends, supporting physical fitness and wellbeing. The focus is on developing life skills through sport and active participation in the school community.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision The school teaches primarily in English. Vietnamese language and culture are embedded in the curriculum. Mandarin and French are offered as additional languages. In the Sixth Form, English A: Language and Literature is offered, with English and Vietnamese language options in Language and Literature A.	Language provision The language of instruction at Reigate Grammar School Vietnam is English. English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is provided to assist non-native speakers. In the Secondary curriculum, students study English plus another language, with language options aligned to IGCSE/IB pathways. The IB Diploma Programme requires students to study at least two languages, and DP subjects include languages at various levels such as Vietnamese, Korean, French and English.
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Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards BCVN refers to the legacy of its parent school Brighton College UK, which has been awarded “United Kingdom School of the Decade.” BCVN cites this in its materials to highlight its heritage. The school’s public materials mention that the network has received various accolades such as “Britain’s Most Forward-Thinking School” and “Top School in Britain for STEM,” referencing achievements of the UK institution. BCVN presents these as part of its foundational identity	Awards Awards listed on the RGSV site are primarily student-focused and not awarded to the school. Examples show RGSV students receiving prizes in external competitions, not the school as an institution. For instance: - RGSV wins 3 Awards at the Korean Literature competition (November 2022): three RGSV students were prize winners, including a Grand Prize. This reflects student achievement rather than a school-level award to RGSV itself. - RGSV Students Shine at the 2024 UKMT-SMC (October 2024): results celebrate individual student medals and awards in a UK Maths Trust competition. The emphasis is on students, not the school as a separate award recipient. - Hanoi Folk Music Competition 2023: RGSV Year 3 pupil won a Special Prize, attributed to the student rather than the institution. - RGSV Class of 2025 Achieves Outstanding IB Diploma Programme Results (July 2025): reports on student results, not a school-level award to RGSV.
Accreditations	Accreditations International Baccalaureate (IB) — Brighton College Vietnam is authorised to offer the IB Diploma Programme (as of 13 March 2025), enabling students in Years 12–13 to graduate with a globally recognised qualification. Federation of British International Schools in Asia (FOBISIA) — As of October 2025, BCVN is a member of FOBISIA, a network that connects British-style international schools across Asia and encourages shared standards and collaboration.	Accreditations The school holds several formal accreditations and accreditations-related statuses that shape its international reputation: - COBIS accreditation (Council of British International Schools). RGSV announced COBIS accreditation in April 2024, signifying compliance with COBIS standards for British international schools, including teaching quality, safeguarding, and facilities. The school also carries the COBIS Accredited logo on its materials. - First UK school in Vietnam accredited by COBIS. RGSV is described as the first UK school in Vietnam accredited by COBIS, underscoring its positioning within a COBIS network. - FOBISIA membership. The site shows a FOBISIA member logo, indicating participation in this federation for British international schools in Asia. - International Baccalaureate World School and Cambridge partner. The Qualifications page states RGSV is proud to be both an IB World School and a Cambridge school, authorised to offer the Diploma Programme (DP) and the Primary Years Programme (PYP), and it notes Cambridge IGCSE and A-level options. This confirms both IB and Cambridge status and provision. - Cambridge Assessment International Education Centre (IGCSE and A-level). RGSV is licensed as a Cambridge centre, offering IGCSEs and A-levels as part of its curriculum. - Related logos on the site include COBIS Accredited and FOBISIA membership indicators, reinforcing these accreditations in public materials.
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Submit registration Families begin by completing the school’s online registration form and paying the required non-refundable application fee. The admissions team reviews the submission once both the form and payment are received. Parents may be asked to provide basic personal and academic information at this stage. 2. Entrance assessments After registration, the school schedules an assessment day. Students complete age-appropriate assessments, which typically include English, mathematics, and reasoning tasks for older applicants, or early-years readiness assessments for younger children. These assessments help the school determine suitability for placement. 3. Offer and documentation If the student meets the entry criteria, the school issues a Letter of Acceptance along with a list of documents required to confirm the place. Families are usually asked to submit items such as identification documents, previous school records, and transfer letters where applicable. Enrolment is only confirmed once these documents are submitted and verified. 4. Final enrolment confirmation After documentation is approved, the school finalises the child’s enrolment and provides details about start dates and class placement. In some cases—particularly for older year groups—additional procedures may apply, and the admissions team guides families through these if needed.	Admissions Step 1 – Inquiry and information gathering: Families begin by registering interest through RGSV's online admissions portal or by contacting the admissions team by phone or email. You can request the prospectus and book Open Events or tours to experience RGSV in action. The Admissions Team provides guidance on appropriate entry points (Preparatory or Secondary) and introduces available scholarship options and Assisted Places. Step 2 – Online application and initial documentation: Submit the online application via the RGSV admissions portal. You will need to provide basic student information and upload required documents; for scholarship consideration, a separate scholarship application form will be issued closer to the exam date. It is important to gather current school reports (translated to English if needed) and any certificates or awards to support the application. Step 3 – Scholarship application (if applicable) and supporting materials: If applying for scholarships, complete the scholarship application and attach supporting documents such as the current school report, translated/certified where required, and any certificates or prizes. A separate scholarship form is required for most award types, and references from independent tutors or coaches may be requested depending on the scholarship category. Step 4 – Entrance assessments and auditions (for various scholarships and entry points): Applicants may be asked to complete CAT4 assessments, subject-specific tests, and, in some cases, auditions or portfolio reviews (for arts and music scholarships). Round structure and test content vary by scholarship category and year group, with Year 7–12 applicants typically facing CAT4 plus written tests and interviews. Step 5 – Interview and final scholarship/entry decisions: A final interview with teaching staff is part of the process for many scholarships and for some year groups. The outcome may be a scholarship offer, a place offered, or advice on next steps if a place is not immediately available. The RGSV portal and admissions team will communicate decisions and any next steps. Step 6 – Offer, enrollment, and fee arrangements: If a place is offered, families must confirm by signing the online contract within the stated deadline and pay the enrollment fee. The application includes an enrollment fee and a CAT4 assessment fee; details are provided in the admissions portal and on the Fees page. RGSV also notes that Assisted Places or scholarships may contribute toward tuition—up to a total 50% reduction in some cases—subject to eligibility. Step 7 – Post-acceptance support and next steps: Following acceptance, families receive onboarding information and can engage with the Admissions Team for settlement of any remaining fees and to arrange transportation, uniforms, or meal plans if needed. The Assisted Places policy outlines confidential income assessments and annual reviews to determine ongoing support.
Scholarships	Scholarships The school offers scholarships for applicants who demonstrate strong academic potential or notable talent. Some scholarships provide a multi-year tuition incentive for successful students entering specific year levels. The school also offers an Excellence Scholarship for high-performing applicants, which may award a 50% reduction in tuition fees and is reviewed annually based on academic progress. For students entering Year 10, a scholarship offering up to 100% tuition reduction may be available under specific conditions. Scholarship recipients join a structured scholar programme that includes weekly enrichment sessions, competitions, leadership activities, and opportunities to participate in academic or creative events.	Scholarships RGSV offers several scholarships with different scopes and benefits: - Academic & Talent Scholarship (RGSV Academic And Talent Scholarship Programme) - Academic Scholarship: For Year 7 to Year 12; CAT4 testing and higher-difficulty round, up to 20 seats. - Music Scholarship: Entry around 2025; CAT4 testing and music-specific rounds; Value 150,000,000 VND (Tier 1) or 250,000,000 VND (Tier 2); Open to candidates with demonstrated musical talent; up to 20 seats. - Art Scholarship: Entry around 2025; CAT4 testing plus arts assessment; Value 150,000,000 VND (Tier 1) or 250,000,000 VND (Tier 2); Up to 20 seats. - Sport Scholarship: For high-potential athlete-students; Year 7–12 entry; CAT4 and sport-specific rounds; Value 150,000,000 VND (Tier 1) or 250,000,000 VND (Tier 2); Up to 20 seats. - Diplomatic Scholarship: For children of diplomats; annual tuition offers with specific reductions (e.g., children of embassy staff; 100% tuition waived for Chief of Mission in some cases). - 350 Years RG Scholarship: For prospective external students; supports access for families facing financial barriers; up to 350 seats; details include eligibility and assessment steps. - Founding Scholarships (Founding Student Scholarship): For students in the founding cohort; 50% fee waiver from 2024–2025 onward for those in the 2023–2024 cohort; new joiners from 2024–2025 may apply for consideration; not stackable with other awards. - Founding Students 3rd Class Scholarships (Founding 3rd Class): 30% tuition reduction applicable from Year 2 onward; lifetime award for the student's RGSV journey; table of fees updated annually to reflect inflation. - Aspire Scholarship: Music-focused program for younger students (open to Year 6 and below); scholarship tuition fee around 260 million VND per annum; limited placements; includes income- and instrument-related terms; detailed eligibility and selection criteria outlined in the scholarship sections.
Waitlist	Waitlist Brighton College Vietnam does not publicly describe having a formal waitlist or pool system. If a year group reaches capacity, the school does not publish how places are prioritised or whether a queueing system is used. Families typically receive this information directly from the admissions office if relevant.	Waitlist RGSV does not publish a formal waitlist. Where a place is not immediately available, admissions staff indicate that a place may become available in the future and will contact families if such a place opens. The school also limits certain scholarships (for example, up to 20 Academic Scholarship seats per year) and may adjust allocations based on applicant quality and funding.
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