Royal School - Phu My Hung Campus vs The ABC International School (ABCIS)

	R Royal School - Phu My Hung Campus Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam	T The ABC International School (ABCIS) Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year ₫135,000,000 - 245,000,000	Fees / year ₫68,500,000 - 290,000,000
Age range	Age range 5 - 18 years	Age range 2 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational, Online/Hybrid
Curriculum	Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Vietnamese Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, Australian Curriculum, American Curriculum, IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge IGCSE
Pupils	Pupils 500	Pupils 790
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size 14
Instruction language	Instruction language English, Vietnamese	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened —	Opened 1995
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Royal School – Phu My Hung Campus is located at 8 Đặng Đại Độ, Tân Hưng Ward, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The campus sits within the planned Phu My Hung urban area in District 7, a neighbourhood known for its residential communities and access to city amenities. The area is well-connected by local roads and is a short drive from central Ho Chi Minh City districts.	Location The ABC International School (ABCIS) operates in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, with two campuses: Trung Son Campus in Binh Hung Commune, Binh Chanh District, and Nha Be Campus in Nha Be Commune. The Trung Son Campus is located at 152-158 No.1 Street, KDC Trung Son, Binh Hung, Binh Chanh District. The Nha Be Campus is located at No. 2, Street No. 9, KDC Tan An Huy, Nha Be Commune. The campuses are in southern Ho Chi Minh City and provide English-medium instruction within the British curriculum framework.
Stages	Stages Royal School offers a multi-level education programme from early years through to the end of high school. It enrols children from Preschool and Kindergarten through Primary School and up to Secondary and High School (Grade 12).	Stages ABCIS serves learners aged 3 to 18, encompassing Early Years, Primary, and Secondary. The Trung Son Campus serves 2–7 years old (Early Years/KS1) and the Nha Be Campus serves 8–18 years old, with the overall school range noted as three to 18 years in the broader overview.
School type	School type The school is co-educational, serving both boys and girls across all levels.	School type The ABCIS is an international day school and is non-denominational. There are no boarding facilities published for any year groups.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support The school does not publicly provide specific information on additional learning support or SEN provisions.	Additional learning support The school does not provide formal Special Educational Needs (SEN) support; students with learning difficulties are considered on an individual basis and admission decisions are final based on the school's capacity to support the student.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation The school does not have any country affiliations.	Country affiliation There is no formal country affiliation; the school is a Vietnam-based international school that delivers the English National Curriculum.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation The school does not have any religious affiliations.	Religious affiliation Non-denominational; the school has no religious affiliation.
School day structure	School day structure The school does not publicly disclose information on day structure.	School day structure The 2025–2026 academic calendar shows term start dates and indicates that some term ends finish at 12:00 noon. For example, End of Term 2 and End of Term 5 finish at 12:00 noon, and Term 1 begins on August 8, 2025.
Bus service details	Bus service details The school provides bus service for the Phu My Hung Campus. However, specific details about the service provider, routes or arrangements are not published by the school publicly.	Bus service details ABCIS offers a school bus service; admission materials include a School Bus Liability Form (optional) and a Code of Transportation Form (Secondary Only). Buses are supervised by an adult bus monitor and safety rules apply on transport.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application Fees Application fee: VND 2,000,000 School facilities fee: VND 10,000,000 Primary enrolment fee: VND 3,120,000 Secondary & High School enrolment fee: VND 3,530,000 Tuition Fees – International Bilingual Program (IBP) Per year Grade 1: VND 150,000,000 Grade 2: VND 160,000,000 Grade 3: VND 170,000,000 Grade 4: VND 180,000,000 Grade 5: VND 190,000,000 Grade 6: VND 198,500,000 Grade 7: VND 207,000,000 Grade 8: VND 215,500,000 Grade 9: VND 224,000,000 Grade 10: VND 231,000,000 Grade 11: VND 238,000,000 Grade 12: VND 245,000,000 Tuition Fees – International Integrated Program (IIP) Per year Grade 1: VND 135,000,000 Grade 2: VND 145,000,000 Grade 3: VND 155,000,000 Grade 4: VND 165,000,000 Grade 5: VND 175,000,000 Grade 6: VND 183,500,000 Grade 7: VND 192,000,000 Grade 8: VND 200,500,000 Grade 9: VND 209,000,000 Grade 10: VND 216,000,000 Grade 11: VND 223,000,000 Grade 12: VND 230,000,000 Meal and Day-Boarding Fees • Primary: VND 27,500,000 per year • Secondary / High School: VND 31,250,000 per year • High school (boarding meal plan): VND 35,000,000 per year School Bus Fees • <2 km: VND 20,000,000 per year • 2–4 km: VND 24,000,000 per year • >4 km: VND 28,000,000 per year	Fee details Registration and Application Fees - Registration Fee (one-off, non-refundable): amount varies by year group. Parents pay the registration fee when an offer of a place is made; the fee is paid once but is upgraded as the student moves to higher year groups (the difference must be paid on move-up). Example: moving from Nursery to Reception requires an additional VND 9,500,000 to make up the difference. Refundable Deposit - Refundable Deposit: a refundable deposit applies for Primary and Secondary year groups (VND 22,000,000 for most Primary and VND 22,000,000 for Secondary), while for several Early Years categories the deposit is listed as not payable. Exact refundable-deposit amounts or 'not payable' status are listed per year group below. Tuition fees by year group (School Year 2025–2026) — annual and per-instalment amounts Early Years - Pre-Nursery (Half day) - Registration Fee: VND 14,500,000 - Refundable Deposit: Not payable - Annual Tuition Fee: VND 187,000,000 - Instalment (one of 3): VND 68,500,000 - Pre-Nursery (Full day) - Registration Fee: VND 14,500,000 - Refundable Deposit: Not payable - Annual Tuition Fee: VND 310,000,000 - Instalment (one of 3): VND 113,500,000 - Nursery (Half day) - Registration Fee: VND 14,500,000 - Refundable Deposit: Not payable - Annual Tuition Fee: VND 187,000,000 - Instalment (one of 3): VND 68,500,000 - Nursery (Full day) - Registration Fee: VND 14,500,000 - Refundable Deposit: Not payable - Annual Tuition Fee: VND 310,000,000 - Instalment (one of 3): VND 113,500,000 - Reception - Registration Fee: VND 24,000,000 - Refundable Deposit: Not payable - Annual Tuition Fee: VND 367,500,000 - Instalment (one of 3): VND 134,750,000 Primary - Year 1 - Registration Fee: VND 24,000,000 - Refundable Deposit: VND 22,000,000 - Annual Tuition Fee: VND 503,500,000 - Instalment (one of 3): VND 184,600,000 - Year 2 - Registration Fee: VND 24,000,000 - Refundable Deposit: VND 22,000,000 - Annual Tuition Fee: VND 503,500,000 - Instalment (one of 3): VND 184,600,000 - Year 3 - Registration Fee: VND 29,000,000 - Refundable Deposit: VND 22,000,000 - Annual Tuition Fee: VND 579,800,000 - Instalment (one of 3): VND 212,600,000 - Year 4 - Registration Fee: VND 29,000,000 - Refundable Deposit: VND 22,000,000 - Annual Tuition Fee: VND 579,800,000 - Instalment (one of 3): VND 212,600,000 - Year 5 - Registration Fee: VND 29,000,000 - Refundable Deposit: VND 22,000,000 - Annual Tuition Fee: VND 598,000,000 - Instalment (one of 3): VND 219,200,000 - Year 6 - Registration Fee: VND 29,000,000 - Refundable Deposit: VND 22,000,000 - Annual Tuition Fee: VND 598,000,000 - Instalment (one of 3): VND 219,200,000 Secondary - Year 7 - Registration Fee: VND 38,400,000 - Refundable Deposit: VND 22,000,000 - Annual Tuition Fee: VND 693,000,000 - Instalment (one of 3): VND 254,000,000 - Year 8 - Registration Fee: VND 38,400,000 - Refundable Deposit: VND 22,000,000 - Annual Tuition Fee: VND 693,000,000 - Instalment (one of 3): VND 254,000,000 - Year 9 - Registration Fee: VND 38,400,000 - Refundable Deposit: VND 22,000,000 - Annual Tuition Fee: VND 693,000,000 - Instalment (one of 3): VND 254,000,000 - Year 10 - Registration Fee: VND 38,400,000 - Refundable Deposit: VND 22,000,000 - Annual Tuition Fee: VND 758,000,000 - Instalment (one of 3): VND 278,000,000 - Year 11 - Registration Fee: VND 38,400,000 - Refundable Deposit: VND 22,000,000 - Annual Tuition Fee: VND 758,000,000 - Instalment (one of 3): VND 278,000,000 - Year 12 - Registration Fee: VND 38,400,000 - Refundable Deposit: VND 22,000,000 - Annual Tuition Fee: VND 790,500,000 - Instalment (one of 3): VND 290,000,000 - Year 13 - Registration Fee: VND 38,400,000 - Refundable Deposit: VND 22,000,000 - Annual Tuition Fee: VND 790,500,000 - Instalment (one of 3): VND 290,000,000 All the numeric fee figures above and the per-instalment amounts are those published for the School Year 2025–2026. What the tuition covers and what it excludes - Tuition fee inclusions: uniforms, lunch, and insurance are included within the tuition fee; specific uniform items provided vary by year group (e.g., Pre-Nursery/Nursery receive five sets of uniform—three sets for half-day—plus cap, cardigan, house T-shirt and folder; older year groups receive the list appropriate to their phase). - Tuition fee exclusions: residential school trips and visits, instrumental (private) music lessons, and school buses are charged separately. Examination fees for public Cambridge examinations are charged in addition to tuition (IGCSE: VND 4,800,000 per subject; AS/A2: VND 5,500,000 per subject). Exam fees are non-refundable. Uniform and other additional costs - Where extra uniform pieces or replacements are required, items are available for purchase with published prices (examples): ABCIS Girls T-Shirt VND 170,000–200,000 depending on size, PE T-shirt VND 140,000, cardigan VND 330,000–370,000, school cap VND 100,000, swimsuits from VND 290,000–350,000, and other items listed with individual prices. Students in Nursery–Year 2 require a school bag available from the school for VND 100,000. These uniform-item prices are charged separately when purchased. Discounts and reductions - Sibling Discount: 15% off tuition fees for the second, third or fourth child enrolled from the same family. - Loyalty Discount: 5% off tuition fees for students enrolled for at least three consecutive full academic years (applies where sibling discount does not). - Maximum discount cap: no individual pupil may receive more than 15% discount except scholarship winners. Billing schedule and payment terms - Payment cadence: Fees can be paid either annually in one lump sum or by three instalments. - Annual-payment reduction: Annual lump-sum payment is approximately 10% cheaper than paying by instalments; to qualify the annual payment must be received on or before 1 August 2025 for the 2025–2026 year. - Instalment due dates for 2025–2026 are: - First instalment: on or before 1 August 2025 - Second instalment: on or before 5 November 2025 - Third instalment: on or before 4 March 2026 - Late payment: any late payment after 15 working days will attract a penalty surcharge of 5% added to the outstanding balance. - Non-payment: the school reserves the right to refuse admission or continued attendance for non-payment of tuition fees. Refunds and deposit returns - Tuition fee refund on withdrawal: a parent/guardian must submit notice of withdrawal by the published deadline to be eligible for a partial refund. For the 2025–2026 academic year the published refund rules are: - Departure date November 5, 2025 — notice on or before September 4, 2025: refund = Annual Fee minus 1 instalment - Departure date March 4, 2026 — notice on or before November 21, 2025: refund = Annual Fee minus 2 instalments - Any time after March 4, 2026: no refund - There is no refund for any part of a single paid fee term instalment. - Refundable deposit return: deposit refunds follow set notice-and-refund dates; for 2025–2026 the published schedule links the departure day, the latest date to give notice and the date the deposit will be refunded (example: for a November 5, 2025 departure, notice must be given on or before September 4, 2025 and the deposit refund date is November 5, 2025). Examination and specialist charges - IGCSE examination charge: VND 4,800,000 per subject. - AS and A2 examination charge: VND 5,500,000 per subject. - The school may apply additional charges for specialist materials in practical subjects where such materials are outside the normal curriculum (charges are applied in addition to exam fees and tuition). Exam fees are non-refundable. Boarding - Boarding is not offered; The ABC International School operates as a day school and does not publish boarding provisions or boarding fees. Parents should treat all fee items above as day-school fees. Fee payment channels and contact for payments - The published fee information specifies payment frequency (annual or three instalments) and due dates but does not list detailed payment channels (e.g., bank-account details or card payment options) in the public fee schedule. Parents arrange fee payment with the school office using the school's admissions/contact channels (office@theabcis.com, +84 (0)28 7308 1828).
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement Uniforms are mandatory and designed for Southern Vietnam's tropical climate. Primary pupils wear green shorts or skirts with a white polo shirt; secondary pupils wear green shorts, trousers, or skirts with a white polo shirt, and Years 12–13 wear white shirts with formal black or beige trousers or skirts; PE and swimming uniforms are also compulsory. Some uniform items are included in tuition fees, with additional pieces available to purchase, and students must wear a hat during playtime; the school cap costs VND 100,000.
Food options	Food options The school provides a balanced diet for students.	Food options ABCIS operates a whole-school canteen and a separate KS5 canteen to serve meals for students. The Nha Be campus includes a Food Technology room to support practical food education.
House system	House system —	House system The ABCIS uses a four-house system with Dalat Dragons, Hanoi Hornets, Mekong Monsters and Saigon Serpents. Students take part in house competitions and earn house points across sports and academic activities, reinforcing belonging and leadership.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership ROYAL SCHOOL is a member of HUTECH Education.	Governance and ownership The ABC International School is part of Galaxy Education and Training Ltd.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Royal School provides a bilingual education pathway from early years through to high school, integrating the Vietnamese Ministry of Education and Training (MOET) curriculum with the Cambridge International Education Program across all levels. The curriculum spans Preschool & Kindergarten, Primary, Secondary and High School. Instruction is in both English and Vietnamese. At the Secondary and High School level, the programme includes two pathways — an International Bilingual Secondary & High School pathway and an International Integrated pathway Across all stages, Royal School incorporates extracurricular activities and experiential learning opportunities designed to support students’ social, cognitive and emotional development alongside academic study.	Curriculum details The ABC International School follows the English National Curriculum and delivers all instruction in English. Early Years covers Pre-Nursery, Nursery and Reception, followed by Primary (Key Stages 1–2) and Secondary (Key Stage 3) leading to IGCSEs in Key Stage 4. In the Senior Phase, students study International AS and A Levels (Cambridge) with AQA options, and the College Board's AP programme is available. Language provision includes Vietnamese in Primary, with options to study French and Chinese in Secondary. The curriculum is complemented by an ECA Programme, and ABCIS is accredited by Cambridge International Examinations to deliver IGCSEs and AS/A Levels and is a FOBISIA member.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression —
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The school does not publicly disclose specific information regarding Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) programmes, staff roles, or structured initiatives on its website. While the school describes providing a supportive educational environment, it does not detail any SEL curriculum, counselling services, pastoral systems, or emotional-skills programmes.	Social & emotional learning The ABC International School provides Social and Emotional Learning through an extensive PSHE programme focused on health and well-being, and a school counsellor who leads wellbeing workshops for students.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The school does not describe itself as a specialist SEN institution.	Special educational needs (SEN) The school uses a Support for Learning policy with early identification, the Assess-Plan-Do-Review (APDR) cycle, Waves of Support (Wave 1 Quality First Teaching; Wave 2 Targeted Interventions; Wave 3 External Specialist Support), and Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students on the SEND register; admission may be declined if the school cannot provide the necessary support, and English as an Additional Language (EAL) is not treated as a SEN.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The school does not publicly disclose information on EAL support.	English as an additional language EAL is not in itself a special educational need; EAL learners require time to develop English proficiency and receive high-quality teaching to support language development, with progress monitored across languages to determine if further assessment is needed.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing The school does not publicly disclose any specific initiatives, services or staff roles related to student mental wellbeing.	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is supported by The ABC Well-Being and Mental Health Policy, which includes a PSHE-based health and well-being curriculum, a school counsellor delivering workshops, staff well-being initiatives such as a Staff Welfare group, and a formal referral process via Heads of Year.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The school does not publicly disclose their safeguarding or child-protection policies.	Safeguarding Safeguarding and child protection are governed by the Child Protection Policy, with safeguarding regarded as the responsibility of all staff and concerns referred to the Safeguarding Lead through the school's safeguarding processes.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The Phu My Hung campus has international-standard facilities supporting Cambridge bilingual education from kindergarten to Grade 12. Classrooms are modern and age-appropriate, with personal cabinets and projectors. The campus includes a Science Lab, an ICT Lab, a Library, and dedicated Music and Art Rooms. Outdoor spaces include green areas and outdoor activity zones, while the canteen provides on-site meals prepared with strict safety controls. A Medical Room is staffed by a medical team and includes psychological advisory support. The campus also features a multi-sport court, a swimming pool, and a sports hall for physical education and competitions.	Facilities overview The ABC International School operates across multiple campuses in Ho Chi Minh City, with purpose-built facilities designed for international education. The campuses provide extensive academic spaces including a Library/Learning Resource Centre, six science laboratories, a Design Suite, three ICT/Computer Science classrooms, a Resistant Materials Workshop, and a 3D Printing and Laser Cut Area. Arts and performance spaces include two music classrooms, a recording studio, six music practice rooms, two art studios, a drama room, a theatre with over 400 seats and an auditorium with over 120 seats. The school supports physical education with a 4G football pitch, a large indoor gymnasium, a 25-meter swimming pool and an indoor sports hall with a sprung wooden floor. On the Trung Son Campus, facilities for younger learners include an age-appropriate swimming pool, a sports field, a modern playground, a sleep room, a soft play room, a dining hall, and a library and music room.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The sports facilities include a multi-sport court, a swimming pool, and a sports hall with a standard design for safety and flexibility, enabling broad physical education and school-level competitions.	Sports facilities The Nha Be Campus offers a 4G artificial grass football pitch, a large indoor gymnasium, a 25-meter swimming pool, and an indoor sports hall with a sprung wooden floor that accommodates two full-size basketball courts. A fitness centre provides 23 commercial-quality machines and free weights for student training. The Trung Son Campus provides outdoor facilities including a sports field and an age-appropriate swimming pool to support physical education and aquatic activities. Both campuses support indoor and outdoor PE activities with dedicated spaces for different activities.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities International-standard classrooms are designed in a dynamic and convenient way, with personal cabinets and projectors. The Science Lab is equipped with a full range of modern equipment for science learning and research. The ICT Lab has a modern computer system and essential software with high-speed internet. The Library is colorfully designed and houses Vietnamese and foreign books organized by subject and age group for self-study and group work.	Academic facilities Academic facilities include a Library/Learning Resource Centre and six science laboratories. A Design Suite and three ICT/Computer Science classrooms support practical and project-based learning. A Resistant Materials Workshop and a 3D Printing & Laser Cut Area enable hands-on design and fabrication activities. There are 28 standard classrooms across campuses, plus KS5 Learning & Study Rooms and dedicated Exam Rooms to support assessment and study. The KS5 spaces complement the library and study resources to support independent learning.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Music Room and Art Room are fully equipped with instruments and art supplies to develop talents. Outdoor Activities Areas provide space for recreation and exploration.	Extra curricular facilities Two music classrooms, a recording studio, six music practice rooms, two art studios and a drama room support performing and visual arts across campuses. The Nha Be Campus hosts a theatre with over 400 seats and a separate auditorium with over 120 seats for performances. A library and dedicated spaces on the Trung Son Campus support younger students' arts activities. These spaces help enable a broad extracurricular programme in music, drama and visual arts across the school.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Royal School is part of the HUTECH Education system, a network of schools and educational institutions under Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology’s education arm. The school operates multiple campuses, including the Phu My Hung Campus, Phu Lam Campus and Celadon Campus, offering continuous education from Kindergarten to High School.	History The ABC International School (ABCIS) was founded in 1995 as the ABC English School, starting with 12 students in a playgroup and nursery. By 2001 the school had grown to about 70 pupils and began formally following the British National Curriculum; the name was changed to The ABC International School to reflect its expanding diversity. In 2003 the school was registered in the UK with the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA) and the Department for Education (DfES). The school moved to its first purpose-built campus in South Saigon in 2004, and shortly afterwards with a pupil population exceeding 500, relocated to a larger campus known as SS1 for the Primary Stages; in 2005 the school was accredited by Cambridge to teach IGCSE and A Levels and joined FOBISIA, later COBIS. A state-of-the-art campus opened in August 2018, marking the culmination of expansion and the school's ongoing growth.
Community	Community Royal School highlights a community environment that supports students through academic learning, extracurricular activities, and experiential programmes. Activities are designed to encourage students to develop personal qualities and practical skills alongside their studies. While the school emphasises collaboration between teachers, students, and families, details about specific annual events or cultural celebrations are not disclosed.	Community The ABCIS uses a house system with four houses—Dalat Dragons, Hanoi Hornets, Mekong Monsters, and Saigon Serpents—fostering a vibrant, inclusive community. Students participate in a wide range of house competitions and events, earning house points for Achieving, Belonging, and Caring, which promotes leadership and teamwork. The Nha Be campus features a 400-seat theatre and other facilities that support performances and cultural events, enriching the school's community life. The school runs a Model United Nations (MUN) program with weekly meetings and inter-school conferences, and field trips include FOBISIA regional events as well as Duke of Edinburgh's Award activities and group residential trips.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association The school does not publicly disclose information on PTA.	Parent teacher association The ABC International School describes parents as an integral part of its community, with opportunities to get involved through events, Parent Advisory Groups, and a dedicated parent portal. Parent Advisory Groups coordinate input from families and support school initiatives and volunteer efforts. A dedicated parent portal provides direct lines of communication and access to updates on student progress and school activities. The principal notes that the school is family-owned and has operated for more than 25 years, underscoring a close, family-centered approach to governance.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The school uses the Cambridge bilingual education model from kindergarten to grade 12.	Academic & intellectual The Extra-Curricular Activities (ECA) Programme at The ABC International School comprises over 80 activities each week, spanning on-campus and off-timetable options. Activities include sport, music, and art, with additional service-oriented pursuits that complement classroom learning. The programme is designed to support physical, social, and psychological development, helping students become well-rounded learners. It aims to prepare students for future education and life beyond school.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative Arts and music are core strands within the ECA Programme. Students have access to music and art activities that run beyond the formal timetable, enabling creative exploration. The school's broader clubs include opportunities described by leaders as part of a wide range of arts-related activities, such as music-focused offerings and other creative pursuits. Facilities at campuses with dedicated music spaces—such as music classrooms and a recording studio—support performance and creative projects.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language The school fosters cultural diversity and global citizenship and operates Cambridge bilingual education.	Cultural & language Cultural and language activities include Model United Nations and other global awareness initiatives as part of student life. The school participates in FOBISIA events, providing regional cultural, academic, and sporting exchanges. International trips and school-wide experiences further broaden cross-cultural understanding and global perspectives.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies The ECA Programme offers hobby-based and social opportunities beyond timetabled classes, contributing to a lively and inclusive school community. Examples of clubs cited by school leadership include Jump-Jam and Construction Club, illustrating breadth in creative and practical activities. House Teams also foster social engagement and peer collaboration through events and competitions.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service The International Award includes a Service component that requires volunteering and community contribution. The ECA Programme also features acts of service as part of its broad offering. School trips and related activities further support community engagement and service-oriented learning through practical experiences.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional Leadership development is embedded in ECAs, notably through The International Award, which comprises Service, Adventurous Journey, Skill, and Physical Recreation components. Model United Nations and other clubs build leadership, communication, and teamwork skills relevant to future studies and careers. The program emphasizes leadership alongside academic and personal development across activities.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing The Phu My Hung Campus has a modern learning space that supports students' study, exploration, and development.	Lifestyle & wellbeing The ECA Programme emphasizes physical activity and wellbeing, with sports and fitness forming a key element alongside other wellness-oriented pursuits. The International Award's Adventurous Journey and Physical Recreation components promote outdoor activity and healthy lifestyles. School trips also contribute to resilience and well-being through challenging, real-world experiences.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision —	Language provision Vietnamese is introduced in Year 1 and taught through Year 6 as weekly lessons. In secondary, French and Chinese are offered as language options. In Key Stage 3, additional languages are introduced or continued to support global awareness and communication.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The school uses the Cambridge bilingual education model from kindergarten to grade 12.	Bilingual teaching From Year 1, students are introduced to Vietnamese to promote bilingual skills. Vietnamese is taught as weekly lessons for Years 1–6. The curriculum follows the English National Curriculum, with Vietnamese taught as a language subject rather than a full bilingual track. No formal bilingual program across multiple languages is described.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards The school does not publicly disclose information on past awards.	Awards British Schools Overseas (BSO) inspection 2024: Outstanding (Grade 1) across all standards; inspection took place 16–18 January 2024 and the report was published on 26 February 2024. The Principal's Welcome notes that the school has undergone four BSO inspections, the most recent in January 2024, and was graded “Outstanding” on both occasions. The school also holds a distinctive status as the only Vietnamese school permitted to host admission tests for Oxford and Cambridge Universities.
Accreditations	Accreditations Cambridge International School accreditation: Royal School is officially accredited as a member of Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE). This accreditation authorises the school to offer Cambridge programmes and administer Cambridge examinations such as the Cambridge Primary Checkpoint and Lower Secondary Checkpoint, with student exams sent to Cambridge’s headquarters in the UK for external assessment and grading.	Accreditations The ABC International School is accredited by the Cambridge International Examinations Board (CIE) to deliver the IGCSE and AS/A Level curricula and examinations. This accreditation enables students to pursue Cambridge IGCSEs and A/AS Levels and supports entry to universities worldwide. The school is a member of FOBISIA (Federation of British International Schools in Asia), a network that provides regional opportunities and professional development for staff. The College Board's Advanced Placement (AP) programme is available at ABCIS, giving students access to university‑level courses and assessments. ABCIS is the only school in Vietnam to be granted permission to host admission tests for Oxford and Cambridge Universities. The school is acknowledged as a member of COBIS (Council of British International Schools). It is a Duke of Edinburgh Award (The International Award for Young People) member school, linking to the international award framework. The Vietnamese Government licenses ABCIS to operate as an International School teaching the British National Curriculum. ABCIS is registered with the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA), which issues British National Curriculum documentation and SATs for Years 2–9. It is also registered with the UK Department for Education (DfE), which accredits British National Curriculum schools.
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Parents begin by completing the school’s application form for the desired education stage (Kindergarten through Grade 12). This can typically be done via the school’s online registration system or by contacting the Admissions Office directly. 2. Students may be required to participate in an entrance assessment appropriate to their grade level, including tests in Vietnamese (Ministry curriculum), English (Cambridge curriculum) and potentially an interview component with school staff to assess readiness and language skills. 3. Parents are notified of the outcome of the assessment and the school’s decision within several working days. Successful candidates receive an official letter of admission confirming placement. 4. Once acceptance is confirmed, parents submit all required enrolment documentation, which may include academic records and personal information forms. This step formalises the student’s place in the school community. 5. Parents arrange payment of tuition and other fees by the school’s deadlines. They may also register for optional services such as the school bus, extracurricular activities, or uniforms.	Admissions 1. Schedule a visit to the school. To begin, you should complete the inquiry form so a member of the Admissions Team can contact you, and you may also call the school to arrange a visit. The school provides a form online to request a visit, and staff will follow up to set up a time that fits your schedule. This initial contact is the first step toward arranging the entrance assessments and interview. 2. Prepare for and undergo entrance assessments and an interview. A decision on admission is made after the candidate completes entrance assessments and an interview with a member of the Senior Management Team. Interviews must be arranged in advance through the office administration. The interview evaluates educational ability, English language proficiency, and experience across curriculum areas; if a class is full, your child's name may be placed on a waiting list and you will be informed if a place becomes available. 3. Submit required documents and complete the admission form. If you secure an interview, you are expected to answer questions and complete an admission form during the process, including signing a declaration accepting school rules, regulations, and policies. To request an admission interview, you must provide a completed application form, the most recent school report, a copy of the student's passport or birth certificate (Vietnamese nationals), and one photograph. After a placement offer is made, additional documents are required (see Step 4). 4. Accept an offer and finalize placement. When a placement offer is made, parents/guardians have one week to complete all necessary documentation and pay the required fees to secure the place. Late responses or payments may result in the place being offered to another student. Following a placement offer, the school requires documents such as the Home School Agreement, Internet and Mobile Usage Agreement, Vaccination Record, and other forms (IGCSE/A Level Option Form for Year 10+, Code of Transportation for Secondary). 5. Understand placement criteria and policy requirements. Students are placed primarily by age, but other factors such as previous educational experience, maturity, and English language ability are also considered. The school does not provide Special Educational Needs (SEN) support for students with learning difficulties; such cases are considered individually if the school can provide appropriate support, with the management's decision being final. Parents are expected to commit to annual school trips and to accept all school rules, regulations, and policies to safeguard welfare and safety; the school reserves the right to cancel a registration if rules are not followed.
Scholarships	Scholarships The school does not publicly disclose information on existing scholarship offers.	Scholarships Scholarships are available through The ABC International School. There are up to three Sixth Form scholarships for tuition fee remission during Years 12 and 13, awarded to the top performing students based on IGCSE results (minimum eight subjects). Award 1 provides 50% of Year 12-13 tuition fees, Award 2 provides 33.33% of tuition fees, and Award 3 provides 16.66%. Eligibility requires two consecutive years of study at ABCIS, with performance criteria maintained throughout Years 12 and 13. The school also reserves the right to determine award allocation if multiple students have identical scores. In addition, there are Sixth Form Graduation Grants for travel and equipment expenses, with awards of up to US$5,000 (Grant 1) or US$3,000 (Grant 2), subject to meeting the stated conditions. Recipients must be full-time in the Sixth Form and have secured entry to a leading university, with documentation endorsed by their tutor.
Waitlist	Waitlist The school does not publicly disclose any waitlist or student pool procedure.	Waitlist Yes. If a particular class is full, a student's name may be entered onto a waiting list, and parents will be informed accordingly if places become available.
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