European International School Ho Chi Minh City vs International School Ho Chi Minh City - Primary Campus

	E European International School Ho Chi Minh City Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam	I International School Ho Chi Minh City - Primary Campus Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year ₫274,700,000 - 817,900,000	Fees / year ₫279,000,000 - 747,100,000
Age range	Age range 2 - 18 years	Age range 2 - 10 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)	Curriculum IB (PYP), Bespoke Curriculum, Reggio Emilia Approach
Pupils	Pupils 570	Pupils 1,400
Typical class size	Typical class size 7	Typical class size 23
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 2009	Opened 1993
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location EIS is situated at 730 F-730 G-730 K Lê Văn Miến Street, An Khanh Ward, Thảo Điền, Thu Đức City (District 2) in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. It lies in a residential, expatriate-friendly neighbourhood with access by local roads and serves families living in the city’s eastern suburbs.	Location The Primary Campus is located at 28 Vo Truong Toan, An Khanh, Thu Duc City (formerly District 2), Ho Chi Minh City. The campus sits in a residential area with good access to major districts, and the school has its own bus service covering many parts of the city.
Stages	Stages The school welcomes children aged 2 to 18 years. It is organised into early years (approx ages 2–5), primary (around ages 6–11), middle school (around ages 11–15) and high school (ages 16–18).	Stages The school serves children from Early Years (from age 2) through Primary up to around age 10–11 (Grade 5). It is part of a wider 2–18 years school but this campus focuses on the early to primary years.
School type	School type EIS is a co-educational day school.	School type It is a co-educational, day-school.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support The school indicates that it provides “mainstream with SEN support” for students with additional learning needs, meaning that while specialised separate units may not be emphasised, support is offered within the regular classes.	Additional learning support The school offers Student Support and Enrichment services including tailored programmes for English as an Additional Language (EAL), Learning Support, differentiation and inclusive practices to support individual needs.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation The school is not formally affiliated with a particular national curriculum of one country; it is a private international school in Vietnam offering the IB curriculum.	Country affiliation The school is international with no formal affiliation to a specific national system.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation The school has no religious affiliations.	Religious affiliation The school has no religious affiliations.
School day structure	School day structure Specific start and end times for each day are not publicly detailed.	School day structure While the exact daily times are not detailed on publicly available pages, the school operates a regular day schedule with morning advisory, class blocks, a lunch break and co-curricular activities after lessons.
Bus service details	Bus service details The school offers a dedicated bus service for students, with routes covering nearby neighbourhoods and suburbs, providing supervised transport to and from the campus each day.	Bus service details The school operates a bus transportation service for students aged 4 years and above, covering many districts of Ho Chi Minh City. For families with children at both campuses, a complimentary shuttle connects Secondary students for single-drop convenience. Buses are operated to school standards with staff trained in child-safeguarding.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application and Admission Fees * Application Fee: VND 3,500,000 per student (one-time, non-refundable, payable on application). * Acceptance Fee (Admission Fee): • Early Years (Toddler – Kindergarten 1 & 2): VND 20,000,000 per student • Preschool: VND 40,000,000 per student • Grades 1–10: VND 40,000,000 per student • Grades 11–12: VND 32,000,000 per student Tuition Fees (2025–2026) * Toddler: 274,700,000 VND * Kindergarten 1: 303,300,000 VND * Kindergarten 2: 315,700,000 VND * Preschool (Year 1): 484,600,000 VND * Grade 1 (Year 2): 563,600,000 VND * Grade 2 (Year 3): 582,300,000 VND * Grade 3 (Year 4): 600,800,000 VND * Grade 4 (Year 5): 606,600,000 VND * Grade 5 (Year 6): 613,600,000 VND * Grade 6 (Year 7): 643,800,000 VND * Grade 7 (Year 8): 653,100,000 VND * Grade 8 (Year 9): 663,600,000 VND * Grade 9 (Year 10): 700,800,000 VND * Grade 10 (Year 11): 734,300,000 VND * Grade 11 (Year 12): 771,600,000 VND * Grade 12 (Year 13): 771,600,000 VND Note: The amounts listed above represent Plan A (Annual Payment). Under Plan B (2-instalment) or Plan C (4-instalment) options, fees are slightly higher to reflect the payment schedule. Discounts apply for early payments and siblings. Security Deposit / Re-enrolment Deposit VND 30,000,000 per student, payable annually to secure placement. The deposit is deducted from tuition fees once enrolment is confirmed and refunded only with a 60-day written withdrawal notice. Bus Fees (2025–2026) The annual bus service fee ranges from VND 27,948,000 to 50,140,000 for a round trip and VND 17,085,000 to 30,150,000 for a one-way journey, depending on distance. A 10 % discount applies for additional siblings using the service. Other Services and Costs * Canteen: Early Years – VND 19,400,000 per year; Grades 1–12 – VND 21,500,000 per year. * Uniforms: Available for purchase at the School Shop three days per week (Monday, Wednesday, Friday). * Family Discounts: Second child – 50 % waiver of the Acceptance Fee + 5 % tuition discount; third and subsequent children – full waiver + 10 % tuition discount (maximum 12 % total). Refund and Withdrawal Policy Refunds are available based on the withdrawal date with a 60-day notice: * Before school starts – 95 % refund * Term 1 – 65 % * Term 2 – 40 % * Term 3 – 15 % * Term 4 – 0 % Students enrolling mid-year pay a pro-rated percentage based on their entry date. Payment Methods and Terms Payments can be made via bank transfer (preferred) or credit card in VND, USD or EUR, based on Vietcombank’s buying rate on the transfer date. Late payments are subject to a 12 % annualised interest penalty.	Fee details Admissions Fee The Admissions Fee is required when a student receives an offer of placement and is non-refundable. * Early Explorer to Kindergarten: VND 25,000,000 * Grade 1 to Grade 12: VND 50,000,000 For families with more than one child enrolling, a 50% sibling discount applies to the second and subsequent children. If two or more siblings join at the same time, the youngest child receives the discount. Annual Tuition Fees ISHCMC operates an all-inclusive tuition model that covers the cost of instruction, uniforms, field trips, student devices, and core learning activities. The following are the annual payment option fees: * EE2 (Half Day): VND 279,000,000 * EE2 (Full Day) / EE3: VND 384,400,000 * EE4: VND 499,800,000 * Year 1 / Grade 1–2: VND 681,900,000 * Grade 3–4: VND 727,400,000 * Grade 5: VND 747,100,000 Other payment plans are available by semester or term, though the total amount payable is higher than the annual plan. Additional Fees and Inclusions An Annual Development Fee (ADF) of VND 67,500,000 applies to Grades 1–12. Families may instead purchase a one-time Certificate of Entitlement (COE) at VND 337,500,000, which covers one child’s ADF for the duration of their enrollment. The annual tuition includes all required textbooks, stationery, local excursions, after-school activities, sports programs, English as an Additional Language (EAL) support, wellbeing and counselling services, annual uniform set, and morning fruit snacks. Optional elective activities, overseas trips, and some extended sports programs may incur additional charges. Billing and Payment Terms Invoices are issued annually with the main due date on 1 July 2025. Payments can be made by bank transfer or through company sponsorship arrangements. Families can choose between annual, semester, or term payment plans. Refund Policy The Admissions Fee is non-refundable. Tuition refunds, if applicable, are governed by ISHCMC’s withdrawal and refund policy, which is outlined in the school’s admissions documentation.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Uniform items are required upon acceptance; a uniform list is provided by the Admissions Team.	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options The school has a dedicated canteen operated by Global Cafe offering fresh daily meals; over 10,000,000 meals have been served since 1998.	Food options Nutritious lunches are provided on campus; lunchtime is described as a time to refuel and recharge.
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Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is part of Inspired Education, a global group of premium international schools.	Governance and ownership The International School Ho Chi Minh City Primary Campus is part of Cognita, a global family of international schools. Cognita provides governance oversight for its schools, and ISHCMC joined Cognita in 2011.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details European International School Ho Chi Minh City (EIS) offers the full continuum of the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum for students aged 2 to 18 years. The school follows the Primary Years Programme (PYP) in the Early Years and Primary School, focusing on inquiry-based learning across key subjects. In Middle School, students progress into the Middle Years Programme (MYP), which builds academic depth and interdisciplinary understanding. The Diploma Programme (DP) is offered in Grades 11 and 12, providing internationally recognised qualifications for university entry worldwide. Core subjects include English, Mathematics, Sciences, Humanities, Languages, and the Arts, alongside physical education and community engagement. Students also take part in language acquisition (such as French, German, Spanish, Vietnamese, or Korean) and creative or service-oriented projects aligned with IB principles.	Curriculum details The International School Ho Chi Minh City (ISHCMC) Primary Campus delivers the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP) for students aged 2 to 10 (Early Explorer to Grade 5). The Early Years (ages 2–5) programme is inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, encouraging exploration, creativity, and collaboration through play-based, inquiry-led learning. From Grade 1 onward, students continue within the IB PYP framework, developing conceptual understanding across core subjects such as English, mathematics, science, social studies, and the arts. Instruction is in English, with Vietnamese taught as a language subject to promote cultural and linguistic connection. The curriculum also integrates music, visual arts, design technology, and physical education, supported by access to facilities like the Makerspace, Fab Lab, and Primary Library. This foundation prepares students for the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) at ISHCMC’s secondary campus.
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Academic calendar	Academic calendar View document	Academic calendar View document
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning EIS uses the SEE (Social, Emotional, and Ethical Learning) programme developed by Emory University across K–12, which supports emotional and social intelligence in students and staff. In each classroom students take part in a daily “emotion check-in” to reflect on how they are feeling and teachers offer quick support when needed. There are “calm corners” in classrooms, breathing-exercises and guided meditations to help students self-regulate.	Social & emotional learning International School Ho Chi Minh City (ISHCMC) promotes social and emotional learning through its “Be Well” model, which focuses on mental, physical, and social wellbeing. Dedicated school counsellors support students individually and in small groups to develop self-awareness, empathy, and positive relationships. SEL themes such as mindfulness, communication, and resilience are integrated into the homeroom and advisory programmes. The Primary Campus also participates in community-wide initiatives like Global Be Well Day, which encourages discussions and activities centred on emotional balance and wellbeing.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The school states that it supports students with English as an additional language in the Middle School section. However, the school does not publicly disclose full details of a dedicated SEN department or the kinds of special educational needs (SEN) it can support, so it should not be considered a specialist SEN institution.	Special educational needs (SEN) ISHCMC supports students with mild to moderate learning needs through its Learning Support programme. The Learning Support team collaborates with teachers, parents, and students to identify needs early and provide individualised strategies and interventions. Where appropriate, Individualised Learning Plans (ILPs) are developed to guide support within the classroom. The school provides assistance for a range of learning differences but is not a specialist SEN institution and does not provide extensive support for severe or complex needs.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The school states that it offers English language support to non-native English speakers, without detailing the specific programme structure or dedicated EAL staff.	English as an additional language Students whose first language is not English receive targeted support through the English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme. Specialist EAL teachers assess students’ English proficiency and provide both in-class and small-group instruction to help them access the mainstream curriculum. The programme emphasises language development in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Collaboration between classroom teachers and EAL staff ensures that language support is integrated across subjects.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing The school indicates that the intellectual, social, emotional and physical development of students is a key part of its mission, but it does not provide publicly detailed information on specific mental-health programmes, dedicated counselling staff or structured wellbeing protocols.	Mental wellbeing Student wellbeing is supported through a comprehensive programme combining pastoral care, counselling, and health services. The Primary Campus includes a wellness centre staffed by trained medical and wellbeing professionals. Mindfulness activities and safe spaces, such as quiet reflection areas, are used to help students manage emotions and reduce stress. The school also organises wellbeing workshops for parents and runs awareness initiatives promoting balanced, healthy lifestyles.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding EIS explicitly states that it is “committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people” and that safe recruitment and background checks are carried out for all employees and volunteers.	Safeguarding ISHCMC maintains clear safeguarding and child protection policies to ensure the safety of all students. Each campus designates Safeguarding Leads who oversee training, reporting, and the implementation of protective measures. All staff undergo background checks and child protection training before working with students. The school campus includes controlled entry systems, 24-hour security, and monitored visitor access, with safety protocols applied to all school activities and excursions.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The campus consists of low-rise villas and purpose-built facilities connected by garden surroundings, providing learning and recreational spaces. The architectural features complement the natural environment and foster a calm, peaceful atmosphere. The campus is a villa-style environment with a holistic curriculum and a strong sense of community among parents. A central garden area leads to a multi-purpose building, with spaces for active pursuits and sports. There is a 25-metre swimming pool with an in-built hi-tech heating system.	Facilities overview The Primary Campus is located at 28 Vo Truong Toan, An Khanh, Ho Chi Minh City. It features an award-winning Primary Library, a Fab Lab, a Makerspace, food tech rooms, a film studio, and dedicated art rooms to support inquiry-based learning. Collaborative learning spaces with wide corridors and breakout areas support group work and individualized study. The gym, adventure playground, a 25-meter six-lane pool, and outdoor courts provide space for movement and play.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The central garden area leads to a multi-purpose building used for active pursuits and sports practice. The campus includes a 25-metre swimming pool with hi-tech heating. Outdoor spaces on the villa-style campus provide space for physical education and sport. The campus design supports movement and recreation within a tranquil environment.	Sports facilities The Primary Campus has a gym, an adventure playground, a 25-meter six-lane pool, and outdoor courts for physical education and sports activities.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The villa-style campus provides a bright learning environment with classrooms under trees. The school offers state-of-the-art facilities to support learning. Specialist language support includes intensive English tuition and multiple IB-language options. From Primary onwards, students are taught by subject specialists in English, French, Spanish, maths, science, drama, dance, music, physical education and public speaking. The school offers a holistic curriculum as part of the villa-style campus.	Academic facilities The Primary Campus houses the Primary Library, Fab Lab, Makerspace, food tech rooms, a film studio, and dedicated art rooms to support inquiry-based learning. Collaborative learning spaces with wide corridors and breakout areas facilitate group work and independent study.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities The school offers 100+ extracurricular activities. Specialist-led extra-curricular activities and exchange programmes are woven into the Inspired approach to schooling. Inspired Education provides access to a global group of premium schools and related opportunities for students.	Extra curricular facilities Primary School offers 95+ after-school activities in state-of-the-art ECA facilities and 26+ programs in the IPAA (ISHCMC Performing Arts Academy). ASAs run in two sessions per semester, with each session lasting six to eight weeks. Activities include Claymation, Kungfu, Violin, Mad Scientist, Skating, Graffiti, Sewing, Magic, Chess, Taekwondo, String Ensemble, Choir, Calligraphy, Mindfulness, and Primary Production. IPAA provides 26+ performing arts programs as part of ISHCMC's arts offerings.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History The school was founded in 2009 and opened as an international day-school for students aged 2 to 18. Over time, it developed into a unified campus in the Thảo Điền area of Ho Chi Minh City, built on a “garden-village” campus concept, bringing together multiple low-rise villas and shared facilities. In November 2020, EIS officially joined the global education group Inspired Education Group, becoming part of its network of international schools. Since then, the ownership structure has remained under Inspired, allowing access to broader international resources, while maintaining its independent campus identity and local community.	History The International School Ho Chi Minh City (ISHCMC) was founded in 1993, making it the first international school established in Ho Chi Minh City. It began as a small institution serving the growing expatriate community and has since expanded into a full International Baccalaureate (IB) World School offering education from Early Years to Grade 12. ISHCMC is part of the Cognita Group, an international network of over 100 schools worldwide. Over the past three decades, the school has developed two campuses — Primary and Secondary — to accommodate its growing student population and curriculum expansion.
Community	Community EIS hosts regular community and cultural events including “Open Day & Family Fun Day” where students, families and staff engage in hands-on activities and games. The school community brings together families from more than 40 nationalities, fostering an international and inclusive campus environment. New joiners are supported by a home-school buddy system and parents are welcomed from their first weeks to participate in the school’s educational village community. These efforts help to promote interaction between students, staff and parents across age groups and cultural backgrounds.	Community The ISHCMC community includes families from more than 50 nationalities, reflecting a diverse and inclusive international environment. The school regularly organises community events such as International Day, Global Be Well Day, and Sports Festivals that bring students, staff, and parents together. Cultural celebrations, including Tet (Vietnamese New Year) and other international holidays, are integrated into the calendar to foster intercultural understanding.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association At EIS the parent body is represented through Parent Classroom Representatives and a Parent Council, which organise meetings with homeroom teachers and support staff to address family and student queries. The Parent Council actively supports parent involvement in community events such as Family Fun Days and the annual Creative Arts Week performances. Through the SchoolsBuddy and Toddle platforms parents can sign up to after-school activities, book parent-teacher conferences, and receive event invitations. While EIS highlights strong parental involvement and structured channels for parent feedback, it does not publicly publish a full list of PTA committees, meeting minutes or long-term project portfolios.	Parent teacher association At ISHCMC, the Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) plays an important role in building community and supporting student life. The PTO is composed of elected parent and faculty representatives who collaborate closely with the school’s leadership team. It helps organise major community events such as the Family Fun Night, International Festival, and Celebration of Cultures, which bring together families from across the school. The PTO also runs welcome activities for new families, coffee mornings, and social gatherings that promote connection and inclusion within the school community. In addition, it coordinates volunteer opportunities and fundraising initiatives that contribute to school programmes and local community projects.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The school provides the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum to children aged 2 to 18. Most students undertake the bilingual IBDP. Academic stages run from Kindergarten (2-5) to Primary (6-11), Middle (11-15), and High School (16-18), with the IB program covering ages 2-18. IB results from 2025 show an average of 35 points, with 21% achieving 40+ points, 34% achieving 38+ points, and a 100% pass rate; personalised university counselling supports post-secondary pathways.	Academic & intellectual The school operates on two campuses: Primary Campus at 28 Vo Truong Toan, An Khanh, Ho Chi Minh City, and Secondary Campus at 1 Xuan Thuy, An Khanh, Ho Chi Minh City. The school is an IB World School for children aged 2–18 and offers the IB continuum from Early Years through Diploma. The Primary Campus serves ages 2–11 (Early Years to Grade 5) and the Secondary Campus serves Grades 6–12.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative The school offers a performing arts program with music, drama, and dance. Ensemble music and various performance opportunities are provided; students participate in instrument groups and vocal ensembles. Drama and dance include annual middle/high school theatre productions, a dance club, and leadership opportunities (OCET) for behind-the-scenes roles. Facilities include a Sound Lounge with three practice rooms, and students participate in events and competitions such as Shanghai Student Film Festival and related awards.	Arts & creative The Primary Campus features facilities for the arts, including a dedicated art program, a library, a film studio, and maker spaces. The Secondary Campus provides theatre and music spaces, recording studios, and design suites to support arts and creative learning.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Specialist language support provides intensive English tuition and multiple language options at IB level. From Primary onward, students are taught by subject specialists in English, French, Spanish, maths, science, drama, dance, music, physical education and public speaking. The school is bilingual and supports communication in more than one language. Global citizenship is a core value that reinforces intercultural appreciation and environmental awareness.	Cultural & language The school serves a diverse community with students from 60+ nationalities, fostering global perspectives across campuses. Language support programs are offered to assist English language learners, including EAL and an Intensive English Language Program (IELP) for Grades 6–7.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies From Kindergarten to High School, students participate in a wide range of after-school activities including academic experiences, creative and performing arts pursuits, and sports. ASAs and clubs include Chess Club, Theatre Games, Lego Club, Dance Club, Book Club, Musical & Choir, and Orchestra, among others. Mindfulness and Yoga, Cooking Club, Film Studies, and EcoBrick are also offered. Activities are run by school teachers, and learners may join multiple activities as timetables allow.	Social & hobbies Both campuses offer after-school and co-curricular activities aligned with the IB framework, including arts, sports, and leadership programs integrated across the continuum.
Community & service	Community & service Global citizenship is a core value that fosters intercultural appreciation, compassion, empathy, and environmental awareness. The school fosters connections with local and broader communities and aims to empower students to make a positive impact. As part of Inspired, students have access to international exchanges and overseas experiences and a global network of premium schools. Specialist-led extracurricular activities and exchange programmes are woven into the Inspired approach to schooling.	Community & service The school is part of the Cognita family of schools, sharing global networks and wellbeing initiatives across Cognita and ISHCMC.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional OCET (Orcas Creative Events Team) provides students with hands-on opportunities in production, sound and technical roles, design and marketing, stage management, creative direction, talent scouting, and public speaking. Personalised university counselling supports students in planning post-school destinations, with a track record of guiding Inspired students to first-choice universities. Inspired's network offers pathways to premium boarding schools worldwide and supports ongoing pastoral care and facilities beyond the classroom. Subject specialists teach across English, French, Spanish, maths, science, drama, dance, music, PE and public speaking to support leadership and professional skills.	Leadership & professional ISHCMC provides a structured IB pathway with dedicated college and university counseling as part of its academic program, supporting student transitions to higher education.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Sports and athletics are central to the school's holistic education, with more than 30 teams representing EIS in SISAC competitions. Teams compete in soccer, volleyball, swimming, basketball, badminton, track and field, and cross-country from U11 to U19. The athletics program emphasizes perseverance, collaboration, leadership, and ethics. Mindfulness and yoga are offered as part of after-school activities.	Lifestyle & wellbeing The campuses emphasize wellbeing as part of the Cognita approach, with a culture of care and resources to support students' social and emotional development.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision Languages taught include English, French, and Spanish. English is supported through intensive English tuition and IB-level language options. From Primary School onwards, dedicated subject specialists teach in English, French, and Spanish across the curriculum, with other core subjects delivered by specialists.	Language provision Languages taught in World Language classes include Vietnamese, Mandarin, Spanish, and English as an Additional Language (EAL). EAL support is provided across all levels from Early Years through Secondary and is delivered in collaboration with classroom teachers to build English proficiency while ensuring access to the IB curriculum. An Intensive English Language Program (IELP) is available for Grades 6–7 to accelerate English for success in the Secondary School, with 20-week or 40-week options and alignment to the Middle Years Programme. The language program also reports strong outcomes, including 57% bilingual IB Diploma achievement and $56M in scholarships in 2025, indicating language and academic strength.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The school offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum with a bilingual pathway (bilingual IBDP) for eligible students, and most students undertake the bilingual IBDP. English is the primary language of instruction. French and Spanish are taught as language subjects, and language support includes intensive English tuition and IB-level language options.	Bilingual teaching —
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Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards * Cognita Holistic Education Award (2024): Presented by the Cognita Group in recognition of ISHCMC’s “Positive ISHCMC” wellbeing framework, which supports students’ personal and emotional growth.
Accreditations	Accreditations * Council of International Schools (CIS) – Accredited: CIS accreditation involves a rigorous external evaluation across all school operations, confirming that the school meets high international standards for teaching, leadership and student learning. * International Baccalaureate Organisation (IBO): Authorised IB World School: This authorisation means the school is officially approved to deliver one or more of the IB programmes, ensuring alignment with the IB’s global curriculum and pedagogical framework.	Accreditations * Council of International Schools (CIS): An international organisation that evaluates schools worldwide to ensure they meet high standards in teaching, learning, and student wellbeing. * New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC): A US-based accrediting body that recognises educational institutions committed to continuous improvement and quality assurance. * International Baccalaureate (IB) World School: Authorised to offer the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP), ensuring globally recognised academic standards. * East Asia Regional Council of Schools (EARCOS): A network of international schools in East Asia that promotes collaboration and professional development among educators. * South East Asia Student Activities Conference (SEASAC): A regional association that provides opportunities for student participation in inter-school sports, arts, and cultural events.
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Submit Online Application Form Families begin the process by completing the online application form on the school website and uploading the required documents, such as recent school reports and identification. 2. Entrance Assessment and Interview Applicants take an entrance assessment and attend an interview with the Principal or Deputy Principal. This step allows the school to understand each student’s academic level and learning needs. 3. Offer of Place Successful applicants receive a formal Letter of Offer confirming a place at the school. 4. Acceptance of Offer Parents confirm acceptance by paying the required Acceptance Fee, securing the student’s place. 5. Tuition Fee Payment Tuition fees are then paid in accordance with the Debit Note issued by the school, following the chosen payment plan.	Admissions 1. Online Application Parents begin by completing the online application form on the ISHCMC website. This form collects details about the student, their previous education, and family background. No payment is required at this stage. 2. Document Submission Applicants must provide supporting documents including a copy of the student’s passport or birth certificate, passport-sized photo, and the last two years of school reports. A recommendation form is required for Grades 1–12, while Early Years applicants submit a teacher reference. Incomplete applications cannot proceed. 3. Assessment Once the application and documents are received, the student is invited for an age-appropriate assessment. This may include English language evaluations, cognitive tasks, and a review of learning readiness. For Primary students, the assessment also determines the need for EAL or Learning Support. 4. Admission Decision and Offer Applications are reviewed by the relevant section principal. If successful, the school issues a formal offer letter. Parents confirm acceptance by signing the Parent Agreement and paying the non-refundable Admissions Fee. 5. Enrolment and Orientation After acceptance, families complete medical and health forms and submit vaccination records. The school then schedules an orientation to introduce new students and parents to campus routines, teachers, and school life.
Scholarships	Scholarships EIS offers a Merit Scholarship Programme for selected students. Scholarships can cover from 15% up to 100% of tuition fees (excluding field trips, exam fees and other direct costs). Eligibility is based on academic achievement, leadership, critical thinking and community engagement; students apply by submitting reports, certificates and an English placement test, followed by an interview. The scholarship is awarded after evaluation by a committee and is reviewed annually.	Scholarships The school does not publicly disclose any scholarship or bursary programme on its website. All students are subject to the standard admissions and tuition fee policies.
Waitlist	Waitlist The school states that demand for places is very high and “most year groups have a waiting list.” In other words, once offered and accepted places are filled, additional applicants may be placed on a wait-list until spaces become available. The school accepts applications year-round but advises early registration to avoid disappointment.	Waitlist The school does not publicly state that it operates a waitlist or pool system.
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