Lab Langban International School - Sangwuey Campus vs Vientiane International School

	L Lab Langban International School - Sangwuey Campus Vientiane, Laos	V Vientiane International School Vientiane, Laos
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year LAK 8,484 - 9,312	Fees / year LAK 8,000 - 28,200
Age range	Age range 2 - 10 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), Reggio Emilia Approach	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils 480
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English, Lao	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 2026	Opened 1991
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location The Sangweuy Campus is in Sangweuy, Vientiane Capital, Lao PDR. It is purpose-built with science labs, a music studio, an indoor pool, a futsal court, and a full indoor sports hall. The campus opens in September 2026.	Location Located in Saphanthong Tai Village, Sisattanak District, Vientiane, Lao PDR. The campus is 2 kilometres from the centre of Vientiane and 12 kilometres from Wattay International Airport. It sits on a 5-hectare site with seven buildings and extensive facilities. Mailing address: PO BOX 3180 Phonesavanh Road, Saphanthong Tai Village, Sisattanak District, Vientiane, Lao PDR.
Stages	Stages Nursery through Primary 4.	Stages Early Years (Nursery, starting age 3) through Diploma Programme; IB Primary Years Programme, IB Middle Years Programme, and IB Diploma Programme.
School type	School type International	School type private, co-educational, day school
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix 15+ nationalities represented.	Pupil nationality mix 426 students; 39 nationalities represented.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Inclusive education; personalised learning support plans and in-class assistance for children with identified learning needs; English language support for non-native speakers joining the community at any point in the year.	Additional learning support Support services include Inclusive Learning, English Language Acquisition (ELA) and a Student Support Team with counselors; includes academic, social, emotional and behavioral support.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Laos (Lao PDR).	Country affiliation Laos (Lao PDR) as host country
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure Primary EY–Grade 5: 7:50 a.m.–3:00 p.m. (Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri); 7:50 a.m.–1:00 p.m. on Wednesdays. Secondary School (Grade 6–12): 8:45 a.m.–4:00 p.m. (Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri); 8:45 a.m.–2:00 p.m. on Wednesdays.
Bus service details	Bus service details Transport is available; pick-up and drop-off not included in tuition.	Bus service details A limited bus service is provided for students residing in Vientiane; bus fee is $550 per semester or $1,100 per year; optional and route availability applies.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application / Registration Fee - Registration (one-time, new students): USD 500. Tuition fees by year group (Academic year 2026–27) - Nursery (age 1.5–3 years): - Annual tuition (full payment): USD 5,650. - Two-instalment plan (Jul & Dec): USD 3,050 per instalment. - Monthly plan: USD 707 per month. - Kindergarten 1–3 (age 3–6 years): - Annual tuition (full payment): USD 5,950. - Two-instalment plan (Jul & Dec): USD 3,200 per instalment. - Monthly plan: USD 744 per month. - Primary 1–4 (age 6–10 years): - Annual tuition (full payment): USD 6,200. - Two-instalment plan (Jul & Dec): USD 3,325 per instalment. - Monthly plan: USD 776 per month. All tuition figures above are presented with the school's payment-plan breakdowns (annual, two instalments or monthly). What the tuition covers - Tuition fees are described as all-inclusive: they cover tuition, meals, learning materials, and field trips. Billing schedule and payment terms - Payment plans available: - Plan A — Annual: single full payment (annual amount shown). - Plan B — Two instalments: payments due in July and December (instalment amounts shown). - Plan C — Monthly: payments due on the 1st of each month (monthly amounts shown). - All payments are taken in USD. - Monthly-plan late payment penalty: 1.5% per month (applies to late monthly payments as noted). - Sibling tuition discounts (tuition only): 15% for the 2nd child, 25% for the 3rd child, 35% for the 4th and subsequent children. - Transport (school pick-up & drop-off) is not included in the tuition and is billed separately where used. Boarding fees - Boarding is not offered for the Sangweuy campus (the school operates Nursery through Primary 4 and no boarding provisions are listed). Other costs and discretionary fees - Transport: pick-up and drop-off services are additional and charged separately (not included in tuition). - Uniforms, optional extracurricular activities beyond the regular program, and any personalised support or external exam fees are not itemised in the tuition table above; routine learning materials and meals are included in the stated tuition. Refund information - No specific refund or withdrawal policy is itemised with the tuition schedule; refund terms are handled under the school's enrolment and payment terms. Fee payment options - Payment currency: USD. - Available payment schedules: annual (one-off), two instalments (Jul & Dec), or monthly (1st of each month). - Specific payment methods (for example, bank transfer, credit card, or other channels) are not itemised in the published fee summary; parents may contact admissions for available payment channels. Additional notes for parents - The tuition schedule above applies to the Academic Year 2026–27 and is shown with the school's published instalment and monthly breakdowns. The school calendar for the 2026–27 academic year is published with 181 instruction days.	Fee details Application and entrance fees - Application Fee: USD 250 per student, payable in advance upon submission of application documents. This fee is non-refundable and non-transferable. - Enrollment Fee: USD 1,000 per student, payable in advance with the Application Fee to secure a place when an offer of admission is made. The Enrollment Fee is refundable only if the student is not admitted; it is otherwise non-transferable. - New Student Fee: USD 2,500 per new student, payable prior to the student's first day of school. This fee is non-refundable and non-transferable. Annual tuition, capital fee and instalments (2026–2027) - Nursery - Tuition (annual): USD 8,000. - Capital Fee: none. - Total annual payable: USD 8,000. - Tuition if paid by semester (2 equal instalments): USD 4,000 per semester. - Tuition if paid quarterly (4 equal instalments): USD 2,000 per quarter. - Prep One - Tuition (annual): USD 11,200. - Capital Fee: none. - Total annual payable: USD 11,200. - Tuition if paid by semester: USD 5,600 per semester. - Tuition if paid quarterly: USD 2,800 per quarter. - Prep Two - Tuition (annual): USD 11,200. - Capital Fee (annual): USD 3,000. - Total annual payable (tuition + capital fee): USD 14,200. - Tuition if paid by semester: USD 5,600 per semester (capital fee is charged separately and due within two weeks of the start of the school year or date of enrollment). - Tuition if paid quarterly: USD 2,800 per quarter (capital fee remains a separate annual charge). - Primary (Grades 1–5) - Tuition (annual): USD 21,975. - Capital Fee (annual): USD 3,000. - Total annual payable (tuition + capital fee): USD 24,975. - Tuition if paid by semester: USD 10,987.50 per semester. - Tuition if paid quarterly: USD 5,493.75 per quarter. - Capital Fee must be paid within two weeks of the start of the school year or date of enrollment and is non-refundable and non-transferable for early departures. - Secondary (Grades 6–8) - Tuition (annual): USD 25,280. - Capital Fee (annual): USD 3,000. - Total annual payable (tuition + capital fee): USD 28,280. - Tuition if paid by semester: USD 12,640 per semester. - Tuition if paid quarterly: USD 6,320 per quarter. - Capital Fee must be paid as stated above. - Secondary (Grades 9–12) - Tuition (annual): USD 28,200. - Capital Fee (annual): USD 3,000. - Total annual payable (tuition + capital fee): USD 31,200. - Tuition if paid by semester: USD 14,100 per semester. - Tuition if paid quarterly: USD 7,050 per quarter. - Capital Fee must be paid as stated above. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition Fees are invoiced in full for the academic year. Parents may request payment in two equal (Semester) instalments or four equal (Quarterly) instalments; these instalment options are flexible payment arrangements and do not prorate tuition for partial-year attendance. Payment dates are fixed: 1 August (first instalment for both S and Q), 1 October (Q), 1 January (second S / third Q), and 1 April (Q). - Capital Fee is billed based on enrollment date and must be paid within two weeks of the start of the school year or date of enrollment regardless of billing cycle. The Capital Fee is prorated only by specific enrollment windows (100% before October holiday, 75% after October holiday, 50% after December holiday, 25% after Pi Mai holiday). - Late-enrolment tuition proration schedule: 100% if enrolled prior to the October holiday; 75% after the October holiday; 50% after the December holiday; 25% after the Pi Mai holiday. No proration is done by days enrolled — proration is based on these enrollment cutoffs. - Early student departure: if a student is enrolled more than 30 calendar days in a semester, the full tuition for that semester is payable. No tuition refunds are processed until all check-out procedures are completed and outstanding charges are settled. No discounts or refunds are provided for periods of online learning. Other fees and ongoing charges - Supplementary Fees: elective or discretionary activities (school trips associated with courses, Grade 12 IB examination fees, co-curricular activities, MRISA sports trips, and similar activities) are charged separately and invoiced as needed. - Personal Home Language (PHL) program: German HPL Program fee USD 3,000 annually; other languages (except Lao) are invoiced by individual tutors and payable to the tutor. - Bus Service (optional, limited availability): USD 1,325 per school year for round-trip service within Vientiane; priority is given to full-year, round-trip commitments. - Meal service: provided by an external vendor and charged directly to families through a cashless system (FlexiSchools); meal charges are separate from school invoiced fees. Refunds and chargeback rules - Enrollment Fee: refundable if the student is not admitted; otherwise non-transferable. New Student Fee: non-refundable. Capital Fee: non-refundable and non-transferable for early student departures. - Tuition refunds are subject to completion of all check-out procedures and settlement of outstanding charges; the school will not process refunds until these conditions are met. No discounts or refunds will be considered during periods of online learning. In cases of Force Majeure, refunds may be withheld until outstanding liabilities are settled; any residual funds after liabilities are addressed will be allocated proportionally as account credits and maintained for four years. Payment methods and charges - All fees and charges are quoted in and payable in USD. Families unable to access USD may pay in Lao Kip (KIP) at the School Rate of Exchange on the date of payment. Payments must be made by bank transfer or cheque deposit to the designated accounts shown on the school invoice. Reference the Family ID and student name on payments to ensure correct crediting. - Credit card payments can be accepted at the Business Office and are processed in KIP; such payments are subject to a 3% bank charge. Local banks typically withhold approximately USD 15 per international transaction; all bank charges are for the remitter's account. Late payment: a monthly Late Payment Fee of USD 150 will be applied to any overdue balance of annual tuition and other fees exceeding USD 500 after a 30-calendar-day grace period; unpaid accounts may lead to suspension, withheld reports/transcripts/diplomas, and potential collection action.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements The school is an independent, not-for-profit day school.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement The school does not have a uniform. A dress code applies. PE uniforms are required in all PE classes. Closed shoes are required for science and design classes.
Food options	Food options —	Food options The school has a cafeteria that prepares cooked lunches every day. Students pay with the Dragon Café Campus Card and balances, menus, and purchases can be checked online. The Dragon Café is open before and after school for snacks and drinks.
House system	House system —	House system A range of competitive and non-competitive house-related activities are conducted, often organized by the Student Leadership Council, which represents all secondary grades and meets regularly to plan events.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership Soukdalone Phommathep is the founder of Lab Langban International School.	Governance and ownership The school is an independent, not-for-profit day school governed by a Board of Trustees; it is registered as a private limited company.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The school offers the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and is IB PYP authorised, serving Nursery to Primary 4. The Sangweuy Campus opens September 2026 and is purpose-built with science labs, a music studio, an indoor pool, a futsal court, and a full indoor sports hall. The programme blends the IB PYP approach with Reggio Emilia-inspired practices to foster inquiry-based, transdisciplinary learning. Transdisciplinary units drive discovery through inquiry-first learning, and the school emphasises global citizenship, empathy, cultural understanding, and international-mindedness. Core powers are Inquiry, Thinking, Communication, and Caring, with PMP and the arts woven across all learning experiences, delivered through a dual-engine pedagogy.	Curriculum details Vientiane International School is an accredited IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, and Diploma Programme to students ages three and up. English is the primary language of instruction. VIS follows an IB continuum with the Primary Years Programme in the early years, the Middle Years Programme in Grades 6–10, and the Diploma Programme in Grades 11–12. The Primary School is IB PYP authorized; the Secondary School uses IBMYP for Grades 6–10 and the IBDP for Grades 11–12. VIS provides a Home Language program supporting seven languages (Lao, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, German, French, Russian) and an English Language Acquisition program to support English learners. The academic year is 180 days, split into two semesters, with Lao National holidays observed in addition to international breaks. The student body comprises 426 students from 39 nationalities.
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Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results Diploma Programme outcomes include 26 Diploma candidates and 24 Diplomas awarded, and 31 IB courses offered. Class of 2024 university offers were made to 31 students. Highest DP score total reached 45/45, and VIS DP score averages have been in the high-30s with world averages in the low-30s (e.g., VIS 37 vs world 33 in recent years).
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression Graduates are admitted to universities around the world. The Class of 2024 had 31 university offers to 31 students across 9 countries and 58 universities globally, including institutions in the United Kingdom, United States, Canada, the Netherlands, Germany, Australia, Laos, and Thailand, among others.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The IB Primary Years Programme (IB PYP) develops the whole child — intellectually, socially, emotionally, and physically. Learner Profile attributes are woven into daily practice, guiding behaviour and interactions. Four Core Powers—Inquiry, Thinking, Communication, and Caring—support students' social and emotional development. Caring fosters empathy, compassion, and social responsibility and is embedded in every unit, relationship, and day of learning. Learning is action-oriented; students reflect, make informed choices, and take action to benefit their peers, school staff, and the wider community.	Social & emotional learning Wellbeing@VIS embeds social-emotional learning across the school. The social-emotional curriculum is age-appropriate and vertically aligned to develop students' social and emotional competencies. It centers on five core competencies across four dimensions: Being Cared For, Caring for Self, Caring for Others, and Caring for the World, following the CASEL framework. The framework is built around four pillars—Curriculum, Culture, Compliance, and Conversations—to create a safe, inclusive learning environment. Counseling and wellbeing resources are available through Student Support Services to support students, families, and staff.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) LLIS is committed to inclusive education. We welcome children with diverse learning needs and work closely with families to create individualised support plans. Learning Support provides personalised support plans and in-class assistance for children with identified learning needs. Language Support provides English language support for non-native speakers joining our community at any point in the year.	Special educational needs (SEN) Learning Support is provided through the Student Support Team (SST). Inclusive Learning Specialists (ILS) provide Tier 3, intensive support for students whose learning differences significantly impact progress, collaborating with teachers to adapt instruction and implement targeted interventions. The SST brings together the Director of Student Support, school counselors, English Language Acquisition teachers, and other staff to address academic, social, emotional, and behavioral needs. Universal Design for Learning (UDL), differentiated instruction, and flexible co-teaching models guide practice to foster belonging and access to the curriculum. Admissions consider a student's needs and VIS's capacity to provide appropriate support services, with limited spaces per grade for students requiring extra help.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language English language support is provided for non-native speakers joining LLIS at any point in the year.	English as an additional language English Language Acquisition (ELA) is part of the Support Services at VIS. Because English is the language of instruction, ELA supports students whose home language is not English to develop English proficiency while participating in regular classes. ELA specialists provide regular instruction and support in both the Primary and Secondary divisions; beginning and progressing learners receive individualized language support and differentiated assistance in grade-level and subject-area classes. The Sheltered Immersion model places new English learners into mainstream classrooms with peers to foster authentic language use. Details, including entry and exit criteria, assessment, monitoring, and reporting, follow the VIS Language Policy Guidelines, and the program operates across the Primary and Secondary schools.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing The IB PYP develops the whole child socially, emotionally, and physically. The Learner Profile attributes are woven into daily practice, supporting well-being and positive relationships. Caring, as a core value, fosters empathy, compassion, and social responsibility. Action and reflection are integral to learning; students reflect, make informed choices, and take action for peers and the wider community.	Mental wellbeing Wellbeing@VIS anchors mental wellbeing through a comprehensive framework built around four pillars: Wellness, Child Safeguarding, Data Protection, and Health and Safety and the four related 'C' concepts: Curriculum, Culture, Compliance, and Conversations. The social-emotional curriculum is age-appropriate and vertically aligned to develop core competencies across four dimensions. The Mindfulness Garden provides a space for mindfulness activities, and ‘Souk' guides wellbeing conversations. Wellbeing projects and resource development are guided by five key Dream Projects to foster a diverse, inclusive culture. Staff and students access counseling and wellbeing resources to support emotional balance and resilience.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding Vientiane International School provides a safe environment for its students, using the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (ratified in 1989) as a framework. It relies on preventative practices such as student and staff education to reduce risk and promote wellbeing. Educators have a professional and ethical obligation to identify children in need of protection and to take steps to ensure the child and family avail themselves of any services needed to remedy any situation that constitutes child abuse or neglect.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The Sangweuy Campus is purpose-built in Sangweuy for the next generation. It includes science labs, a music studio, an indoor heated pool with a water slide, a futsal court, and a full indoor sports hall. Opening September 2026, it serves Nursery through Primary 4. LLIS is an IB PYP authorised international school. LLIS blends the rigour of IB PYP with the wonder of Reggio Emilia.	Facilities overview Vientiane International School sits on a 5-hectare campus in Saphanthong Tai Village, 2 km from the centre of Vientiane and 12 km from Wattay International Airport. The campus comprises seven buildings with over 50 classrooms, four science laboratories, performing arts and music practice rooms, a black box theatre and a two-story library media centre. Outdoor facilities include two covered, full-sized basketball courts, two manicured sporting fields, early childhood and primary playgrounds, a fitness centre, a 25 metre swimming pool, a wading pool and a fully catered cafeteria seating up to 200. Fast internet is provided throughout the campus and the Campus Gateway Project will modernize the campus with new learning centres and renovations in both the primary and secondary schools.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Indoor pool heated and features a water slide. Futsal court. Full indoor sports hall. These facilities support physical education and extracurricular activities.	Sports facilities Outdoor sports facilities include two covered, full-sized basketball courts, two manicured sporting fields, a 25-metre swimming pool and a wading pool, plus a fitness centre.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Science Lab provides hands-on STEM. Music Studio supports creative and performing arts. The campus is IB PYP authorised international school. Nursery through Primary 4 is the current program focus.	Academic facilities The academic facilities include four science laboratories, performing arts and music practice rooms, a black box theatre and a two-storey library media centre. The Campus Gateway Project will modernize the entire campus with new learning centres and renovations in both the primary and secondary schools.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Life at LLIS features field trips and on-campus activities. Examples shown include sports day events, WWF tree planting, farm cafe visits, and mini zoo visits. Outdoor art, cultural exhibitions and dances, and temple visits also appear. These activities support holistic learning and whole-child growth.	Extra curricular facilities Athletics Program and Co-Curricular Program are offered under Student Life, together with engagement initiatives such as Student Engagement & Agency.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Lab Langban International School (LLIS) is a fast-growing, co-educational international school located in Vientiane, Laos. It was founded by Soukdalone Phommathep, an Australian Awards alumna, reflecting a philosophy where 'Lab' stands for a space for research and 'Langban' means the back of the house, signifying learning that can happen anywhere with real-world relevance. LLIS is IB PYP authorised, blending the rigour of the Primary Years Programme with a Reggio Emilia-inspired environment and a Dual-Engine Pedagogy. The language of instruction is English, supplemented by Lao. A brand-new Sangweuy Campus is opening in September 2026.	History VIS began in 1991 as Vientiane Learning Center near Wat Simuang, established by expatriate families with a government letter of authority under UN auspices. Today it operates on a five-hectare, purpose-built campus and is an IB World School delivering the Diploma Program, the Primary Years Program, and the Middle Years Program. Major accreditation milestones include dual accreditation from WASC and ECIS in 2001, IB Diploma Program authorization in 2008, IB Primary Years Program in 2009, and full IB Middle Years Program authorization in 2011. A Campus Gateway Project modernized the campus and The Commons and The Courts were completed in 2023, and VIS celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2022 and its 25th anniversary in 2017. Community-focused events include a community-inclusive Clarity Summit in 2018 and a Dream Summit in 2023, and Elsa Donohue began leading VIS in 2018 followed by Andy Ferguson in 2024.
Community	Community LLIS nurtures an inclusive, multicultural community of 15+ nationalities. Life at LLIS includes a variety of events and experiences—Sports Day, WWF tree planting, farm cafe visits, mini zoo visits, temple visits, and cultural exhibitions. Parent voices describe LLIS as warm and bilingual, with comments about the multilingual environment and care for Lao culture. A new Sangweuy Campus opens in September 2026, expanding the LLIS community.	Community VIS hosts community-focused milestones and events that involve the broader school community, including a community-inclusive Clarity Summit in 2018 to redefine Mission, Vision, Values and Learning Principles. VIS hosted a community-inclusive Dream Summit in October 2023 to redefine its Destiny Plan and Dreams. The campus reopened in August 2022 after online learning during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the Campus Gateway Project was completed in 2023 with The Commons and The Courts forming part of the modernized campus. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and ensures every individual is treated with dignity and respect.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association All parents in the VIS community and VIS staff are invited to become members of the Parents and Friends Association (P&F). Membership is automatic for parents upon enrollment and for staff, and membership is free of charge. The P&F organizes events and activities throughout the year to promote school and community relations, including Halloween, Fun Fair and an annual Yard Sale, and it also helps with One World Day and sporting events. The P&F's objectives include providing a forum for volunteering, contributing financially to enrich student experiences, funding facility improvements, and supporting service and community care projects. In the Primary School, parents are encouraged to volunteer as class parents, and the P&F facilitates communication between the school and parents. For inquiries, pandf@vislao.com.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The school is IB PYP Authorised and serves Nursery to Primary 4. Education uses inquiry-first learning with transdisciplinary units where questions drive discovery. Reggio Emilia-inspired pedagogy informs the learning approach. Core Powers are Inquiry, Thinking, Communication, and Caring.	Academic & intellectual Vientiane International School is an accredited International Baccalaureate World School offering the Primary Years, Middle Years, and Diploma Programs to students aged three and up. English is the primary language of instruction, and VIS follows the IB continuum across all divisions. The IB framework provides a broad, globally recognized curriculum that emphasizes inquiry, knowledge, and international-mindedness.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative The Sangweuy Campus includes a Music Studio for creative and performing arts. Arts are woven across all learning experiences. Students engage in group art, sand painting, and other creative activities. Cultural exhibitions and dance are part of Life at LLIS.	Arts & creative VIS provides a broad range of co-curricular activities, including performing and visual arts, sports, STEM, and clubs. The secondary program emphasizes opportunities for artistic expression through arts and performance as part of campus life. Students engage in arts and creativity beyond the classroom through a vibrant co-curricular program.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language The school provides a multilingual environment and supports Lao culture. Global citizenship, empathy, cultural understanding, and international-mindedness are central to learning. Life at LLIS includes cultural experiences such as temple visits and cultural exhibitions.	Cultural & language VIS supports linguistic and cultural diversity with a Home Personal Language program that develops and maintains mother tongue languages for students in Lao, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, German, French, and Russian. The school also provides the English Language Acquisition program to support students as they develop English proficiency, with phased progression toward native-level English. This approach helps students stay connected to their languages and cultures while engaging in IB learning.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Life at LLIS features field trips and hands-on activities. Students participate in collaborative play, outdoor art, and cultural performances. Activities include Sports Day and other outdoor learning experiences.	Social & hobbies VIS offers a broad range of co-curricular activities and experiential trips in areas such as sports, performing and visual arts, and STEM, along with numerous clubs. Student life is active on campus with athletics and other activities, and VIS participates in local and international leagues. Student-athletes represent VIS in local and international leagues, enriching the school's social and competitive culture.
Community & service	Community & service Life at LLIS includes WWF tree planting and other environmental activities. Field trips to farms, zoos, and local facilities are part of student life. Community-focused experiences support environmental awareness and social responsibility.	Community & service Experiential & Community Engagement trips are a cornerstone of VIS's curriculum, with all students participating in five-day trips to rural Lao communities designed to connect learning with real-world context. The trips emphasize service, cultural understanding, and community engagement as part of IB learning. These trips are included in tuition and incur no additional costs for families.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional VIS's MYP and DP are the launchpads for a life of purpose, guiding students to become knowledgeable, principled, and compassionate individuals who are empowered to lead and create change. The school's mission states that it challenges, inspires and empowers learners to develop their unique potential. The VIS Core emphasizes balance, resilience, respect, innovation and courage to support students as they grow into capable leaders.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing The Sangweuy Campus features an Indoor Pool that is heated and includes a water slide. Facilities include a Science Lab, Music Studio, a futsal court, and a full indoor sports hall. Life at LLIS includes Sports Day and other outdoor and physical activities.	Lifestyle & wellbeing VIS emphasizes student well-being through an advisory program that supports social-emotional learning, mental and physical health, and the development of essential life skills. The advisory program is central to student well-being and fosters a sense of community and belonging. These practices support students as they navigate a dynamic, international school environment.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision The school maintains a multilingual environment. The Sangweuy Campus opens September 2026. It is an IB PYP Authorised international school in Vientiane, Lao PDR. It serves Nursery through Primary 4.	Language provision The school uses English as the primary language of instruction and offers an International Baccalaureate continuum for students aged three and up. The Home Personal Language program supports the development and maintenance of mother tongue languages for seven languages: Lao, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, German, French, and Russian. The English Language Acquisition (ELA) program provides support for students acquiring English, in phases 1 to 4; once English proficiency reaches phase 5, students join English courses at a native-language level.
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Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations IB PYP Authorised - Primary Years Programme	Accreditations CIS, WASC, IB World School (DP, PYP, MYP)
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Five simple steps 1) Submit an Enquiry: Contact LLIS via the online form, email, or WhatsApp. The admissions team responds within 24 hours. This initial contact provides guidance on the next steps and available start dates. The enquiry helps determine whether LLIS is a good fit for the child and family. 2) Campus Tour & Meeting: Visit the Sangweuy campus and preview the facilities. Meet the Principal and observe the learning environment first-hand. The tour offers an opportunity to ask questions about the IB PYP program and school routines. This step helps families assess fit and ongoing communication expectations. 3) Complete the Application: Submit the application form with required documents: birth certificate, immunisation records, passport copy, and previous school reports. Applications can be submitted online or on paper. The admissions team reviews the documents to determine next steps and may request additional information if needed. The family waits for a decision. 4) Assessment & Interview: A short, play-based assessment helps us understand your child's strengths. No preparation is needed. An interview with parents may be conducted to discuss background and goals for the child. The results inform placement decisions and next steps. 5) Offer & Enrolment: Receive the offer letter, complete enrolment, and join the LLIS family. Orientation sessions for children and parents are included. Families confirm acceptance and finalize start dates. LLIS welcomes new students into the community.	Admissions Step 1 \| Prepare the Necessary Documents. Prepare the documents in PDF or digital format. Include school reports for the past two academic years, translated if not in English. Include a transcript for Grades 10-12, translated if not in English, if applicable. Provide passport copies for the parents and applicant, birth certificate or adoption papers (translated if not in English), a recent passport photo, and regular vaccination records. Step 2 \| Complete the Online Registration. All applications must be submitted through the online application form. Upload the documents from Step 1 and complete the Student Language Profile. Provide the principal's or counselor's contact details for the recommendation form, submit the Health Information Form, download and print the Physical Examination Form when visiting the physician, and arrange payment of the Application Fee and Enrollment Fee. Step 3 \| Admissions Assessment or Interviewing. Early Years applicants and families will be invited for a casual interview on campus or online. English Proficiency Assessment (WIDA screener) for non-English speaking applicants in Grade 1 and up to determine their English Language proficiency and if EAL support is required. Grades 3-10 applicants will be assessed using MAP (Measures of Academic Progress) for Reading and Math. If the student has taken MAP assessments at their current school within the past six months, those results will be accepted. Interviews may be conducted for selected applicants depending on the grade level and background of the applicants. Grade 11-12 applicants and their families will meet with the IBDP Coordinator to receive course information. Applicants applying for Grade 9 and above need to be proficient in English to enroll. Step 4 \| Application Review by the Admissions Team. The Admissions Committee will review the application in accordance with the school's admissions criteria. Applications submitted during the school term typically take approximately one week to process, two weeks or longer for students with learning needs. Applications received during school holidays will take two weeks or longer. Additional information or meetings with parents, teachers or specialists may be requested to support the review process and to ensure that VIS can best meet the student's needs. The Head of School will give final approval before an offer can be placed. Step 5 \| Offer of Admission. Should an Offer of Admission be extended, you will receive an Offer Email from the Admissions Office. Step 6 \| Welcome Information. As the school year approaches, you will receive access to our Welcome Site, which includes information about New Family Orientation, the first day of school, and general details to help you and your child have a successful start to the year. Step 7 \| New Family Orientation. New families are invited to attend the New Family Orientation before starting school. During orientation, you will meet school leaders, counselors, and support staff, explore the campus, learn about the curriculum, student life, and how to get involved, and be able to ask questions about routines, schedules, school buses, and more. Step 8 \| Welcome to VIS. With your child's first day of school, their journey officially begins at VIS. Our staff will be ready to ensure a smooth and welcoming transition for students and parents.
Scholarships	Scholarships —	Scholarships Phu Bia Mining Scholarship is offered to a Lao student. The first Phu Bia Mining Scholarship was offered to a Lao student in 2011.
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