Royal School - Phu My Hung Campus and Western Australian International School System (WASS) are both in Ho Chi Minh City, about 6 km apart. Both schools offer Cambridge (Secondary) and Cambridge IGCSE programmes. Royal School - Phu My Hung Campus also offers Cambridge (Primary) and Vietnamese, and Western Australian International School System (WASS) also offers IB, British, Australian and Waldorf Steiner. Published annual fees are ₫135,000,000 - 245,000,000 at Royal School - Phu My Hung Campus and ₫68,000,000 - 200,000,000 at Western Australian International School System (WASS), which puts Royal School - Phu My Hung Campus roughly 42% higher. Royal School - Phu My Hung Campus takes pupils from 5 to 18, and Western Australian International School System (WASS) from 2 to 18. Western Australian International School System (WASS) is the larger school, with around 2,500 pupils to Royal School - Phu My Hung Campus's 500.
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Royal School - Phu My Hung Campus
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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Western Australian International School System (WASS)
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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Fees / year
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Fees / year ₫135,000,000 - 245,000,000 | Fees / year ₫68,000,000 - 200,000,000 |
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Age range
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Age range 5 - 18 years | Age range 2 - 18 years |
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Type
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Type Co-educational | Type Co-educational |
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Curriculum
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Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Vietnamese Curriculum | Curriculum IB (DP), British Curriculum, Australian Curriculum, Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Waldorf Steiner Curriculum, Waldorf Steiner Curriculum, Waldorf Steiner Curriculum |
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Pupils
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Pupils 500 | Pupils 2,500 |
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Typical class size
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Typical class size — | Typical class size 20 |
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Instruction language
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Instruction language English, Vietnamese | Instruction language English |
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Opened
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Opened — | Opened 2011 |
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Bus service
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Bus service Yes | Bus service No |
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Location
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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 WASS operates across five campuses in central districts of Ho Chi Minh City. The campuses include Dien Bien Phu (Kindergarten) at 260 Dien Bien Phu St., Nguyen Huu Canh (Kindergarten) at 35 Nguyen Huu Canh St., the Integrated Primary campus at 43 Nguyen Thong St., the Integrated Secondary campus at 84 Ba Huyen Thanh Quan St., and the Ly Chinh Thang International Campus. These central locations provide convenient access for families and are well placed for commuting by car, taxi, or public transport in District 3 and surrounding areas. |
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Stages
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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 WASS offers a full K–12 program. The Ly Chinh Thang International Campus provides Western Australian K-10 International, plus WA International options and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) for Years 11–12; other campuses extend WA curriculum through primary and secondary levels. |
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School type
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School type The school is co-educational, serving both boys and girls across all levels. | School type WASS is a co-educational school. Historically, it operated boarding facilities at a dormitory site, but current public information does not advertise a boarding program. The school is structured to support both local and international students in a mixed setting. |
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Pupil nationality mix
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Pupil nationality mix — | Pupil nationality mix — |
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Additional learning support
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Additional learning support The school does not publicly provide specific information on additional learning support or SEN provisions. | Additional learning support WASS provides a Learning Support program centered on literacy and independent learning. It includes a multilingual library with dedicated library classes and a Writing Center to develop reading, writing, and research skills across the student body. |
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Country affiliation
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Country affiliation The school does not have any country affiliations. | Country affiliation WASS is an Australian Overseas School in Vietnam. It is licensed and accredited under Western Australia authorities (SCSA) and offers WA K-10 International, WA International, and the WA Certificate of Education programmes, with IB DP available at senior levels. It is also affiliated with international bodies such as CIS and IB. |
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Religious affiliation
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Religious affiliation The school does not have any religious affiliations. | Religious affiliation WASS has no formal religious affiliation and operates as a secular, internationally oriented school. |
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School day structure
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School day structure The school does not publicly disclose information on day structure. | School day structure The school day starts with students arriving by 7:45 a.m., with classes beginning at 8:10 a.m. and finishing at 4:30 p.m. Breakfast is served 7:00–8:30 a.m., and lunch 11:00 a.m.–12:40 p.m., with a light snack during the mid-afternoon break. After-school clubs and activities run from 3:10 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. from Monday to Friday, depending on the year group. |
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Bus service details
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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 WASS operates a shuttle bus service with multiple pick-up and drop-off points across Ho Chi Minh City. All buses have seat belts, and trips are monitored by coordinators to ensure student safety. Fees vary by distance, with zones and routes arranged to suit families; details are available through the Admissions department. The bus service operates Monday to Friday, with morning pick-ups typically occurring between 6:15 a.m. and 7:20 a.m. |
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Fee details
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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 Application (Admissions) fee Admissions fee: VND 20,000,000, charged once for new students. The admissions fee is non‑refundable. Tuition fees by year group (full amounts and payment‑plan breakdowns) Note: the school operates two principal program groupings with separate fee scales: (A) Western Australian Curriculum – Partial Integrated Program and (B) Fully Integrated International Programs (IWAP levels, WACE and IBDP). Each fee line below shows: (i) standard annual tuition, (ii) annual payment amount under the early one‑off payment discount, (iii) annual payment amount under the less‑early one‑off discount, (iv) semester (2‑installment) payment, and (v) termly (4‑installment) payment. All amounts are in VND. Western Australian Curriculum – Partial Integrated Program (Year 1 → Year 11): - Year 1 — Annual: VND 138,122,000; Annual (early, 15%): VND 117,404,000; Annual (early, 5%): VND 131,216,000; Semester: VND 66,989,000; Termly: VND 34,531,000. - Year 2 — Annual: VND 138,122,000; Annual (15%): VND 117,404,000; Annual (5%): VND 131,216,000; Semester: VND 66,989,000; Termly: VND 34,531,000. - Year 3 — Annual: VND 148,280,000; Annual (15%): VND 126,038,000; Annual (5%): VND 140,866,000; Semester: VND 71,916,000; Termly: VND 37,070,000. - Year 4 — Annual: VND 148,280,000; Annual (15%): VND 126,038,000; Annual (5%): VND 140,866,000; Semester: VND 71,916,000; Termly: VND 37,070,000. - Year 5 — Annual: VND 162,496,000; Annual (15%): VND 138,122,000; Annual (5%): VND 154,371,000; Semester: VND 78,811,000; Termly: VND 40,624,000. - Year 6 — Annual: VND 170,384,000; Annual (15%): VND 144,826,000; Annual (5%): VND 161,865,000; Semester: VND 82,636,000; Termly: VND 42,596,000. - Year 7 — Annual: VND 170,384,000; Annual (15%): VND 144,826,000; Annual (5%): VND 161,865,000; Semester: VND 82,636,000; Termly: VND 42,596,000. - Year 8 — Annual: VND 182,458,000; Annual (15%): VND 155,089,000; Annual (5%): VND 173,335,000; Semester: VND 88,492,000; Termly: VND 45,615,000. - Year 9 — Annual: VND 182,458,000; Annual (15%): VND 155,089,000; Annual (5%): VND 173,335,000; Semester: VND 88,492,000; Termly: VND 45,615,000. - Year 10 — Annual: VND 199,899,000; Annual (15%): VND 169,914,000; Annual (5%): VND 189,904,000; Semester: VND 96,951,000; Termly: VND 49,975,000. - Year 11 — Annual: VND 231,426,000; Annual (15%): VND 196,712,000; Annual (5%): VND 219,855,000; Semester: VND 112,242,000; Termly: VND 57,857,000. Fully Integrated International Programs (IWAP 1–10, WACE-11, IBDP-11): - IWAP‑1 — Annual: VND 289,341,000; Annual (15%): VND 245,940,000; Annual (5%): VND 274,874,000; Semester: VND 140,330,000; Termly: VND 72,335,000. - IWAP‑2 — Annual: VND 289,341,000; Annual (15%): VND 245,940,000; Annual (5%): VND 274,874,000; Semester: VND 140,330,000; Termly: VND 72,335,000. - IWAP‑3 — Annual: VND 302,200,000; Annual (15%): VND 256,870,000; Annual (5%): VND 287,090,000; Semester: VND 146,567,000; Termly: VND 75,550,000. - IWAP‑4 — Annual: VND 302,200,000; Annual (15%): VND 256,870,000; Annual (5%): VND 287,090,000; Semester: VND 146,567,000; Termly: VND 75,550,000. - IWAP‑5 — Annual: VND 331,134,000; Annual (15%): VND 281,464,000; Annual (5%): VND 314,577,000; Semester: VND 160,600,000; Termly: VND 82,784,000. - IWAP‑6 — Annual: VND 356,854,000; Annual (15%): VND 303,326,000; Annual (5%): VND 339,011,000; Semester: VND 173,074,000; Termly: VND 89,214,000. - IWAP‑7 — Annual: VND 356,854,000; Annual (15%): VND 303,326,000; Annual (5%): VND 339,011,000; Semester: VND 173,074,000; Termly: VND 89,214,000. - IWAP‑8 — Annual: VND 379,358,000; Annual (15%): VND 322,454,000; Annual (5%): VND 360,390,000; Semester: VND 183,989,000; Termly: VND 94,840,000. - IWAP‑9 — Annual: VND 379,358,000; Annual (15%): VND 322,454,000; Annual (5%): VND 360,390,000; Semester: VND 183,989,000; Termly: VND 94,840,000. - IWAP‑10 — Annual: VND 375,071,000; Annual (15%): VND 318,810,000; Annual (5%): VND 356,317,000; Semester: VND 181,909,000; Termly: VND 93,768,000. - WACE‑11 — Annual: VND 385,875,000; Annual (15%): VND 327,994,000; Annual (5%): VND 366,581,000; Semester: VND 187,149,000; Termly: VND 96,469,000. - IBDP‑11 — Annual: VND 440,633,000; Annual (15%): VND 374,538,000; Annual (5%): VND 418,601,000; Semester: VND 213,707,000; Termly: VND 110,158,000. Billing schedule and payment terms - Payment frequency options: one‑off annual payment, two installments (semester), or four termly payments. The school applies distinct early‑payment discounts tied to specific payment windows and to re‑enrollment timing. - Early‑payment discount examples (as published in the schedule): 15% discount available for qualifying one‑off payments completed well in advance; 5% for a later one‑off payment window; 3% for qualifying two‑installment payments. Re‑enrollment paperwork and fee completion deadlines are set to secure a student place for the next academic year. - Late payment: the school applies late‑payment policy after the defined grace period; previously applied discounts will be removed if payment is late. The published schedule sets a requirement to complete compulsory fees by the stated re‑enrollment deadlines to guarantee placement. Boarding fees - Boarding: no boarding fee line item appears in the current charges and fees schedule; WASS operates as a day school in the published fee schedule (no boarding facility fees listed). Other costs and optional services - Facility fee: VND 3,000,000 (one‑off). - Medical / health insurance: Year 1 VND 851,000; Years 2–11 VND 681,000 (provisional; may be adjusted by the insurance authority). - Stationery fee: typically VND 3,500,000 (varies by program/year). The stationery fee is charged annually and does not include textbook fees; it is non‑transferable and non‑refundable once charged for an enrolled student. - NAPLAN test fee (for Years 3, 5, 7, 9): VND 1,700,000 (applies where relevant). - Meal service (optional): Year 1–5 annual VND 32,574,000 (semester VND 16,287,000; termly VND 8,144,000). Year 6–11 annual VND 35,319,000 (semester VND 17,660,000; termly VND 8,830,000). - Textbooks: Year 1–6 (Partial Integrated) VND 3,675,000; Year 1–6 (Fully Integrated) VND 5,355,000. Year 7–9 VND 5,250,000 (Partial) / VND 6,825,000 (Fully). Year 10 VND 6,825,000. WACE‑11 textbook provision VND 15,000,000; IBDP‑11 VND 20,000,000 (textbook fees apply as specified by program and may only cover Western Australian program materials). - Uniform: examples — Year 1–5 sport T‑shirt VND 260,000; school shirt VND 285,000; Year 6–9 sport T‑shirt VND 280,000; school shirt VND 300,000; Year 10–11 sport T‑shirt VND 310,000; school shirt VND 330,000. - Bus (school transport): distance‑based pricing. Examples of annual round‑trip rates by distance (round‑trip shown): - 0.5–1 km — VND 22,704,000 (annual round trip). - 6–7 km — VND 45,408,000 (annual round trip). - 11–12 km — VND 68,112,000 (annual round trip). - Longer distances are scaled up to the ranges published in the schedule; one‑way and termly/semester options are available. Refund information - Admissions fee: non‑refundable in all cases. - Stationery fee: non‑refundable or non‑transferable once charged for an enrolled student. - Re‑enrollment / withdrawal: published policy states that parents must complete re‑enrollment forms and compulsory fee payments by the stated deadlines to guarantee placement; where students withdraw, previously applied discounts may be adjusted and parents may be required to pay the difference. Refund handling and confirmation processes are prescribed in the charges and fees policy. Fee payment options - Payment frequencies accepted: annual one‑off, two installments (semester), or four termly payments. - Payment channels: bank transfer to the school account and payment via the parent portal (SPS360) are accepted. Historical/alternative channels have included cash and card processing where available. |
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Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements — | Boarding arrangements WASS provides boarding for primary and secondary students. The boarding building is located at 17/1 Ho Van Hue, Phu Nhuan District, Ho Chi Minh City. It is described as offering a comfortable, convenient second home and a community where students live away from home and develop independence. The program serves students coming from different provinces and cities. |
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Uniform requirement
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Uniform requirement — | Uniform requirement Uniforms are required for all students on school days. Students must wear the school uniform when arriving at school, except for extracurricular programs or events announced in advance. For physical education, students wear sports attire and sneakers. |
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Food options
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Food options The school provides a balanced diet for students. | Food options Meals are prepared daily on campus in a modern, fully equipped catering kitchen and served onsite. Students may also bring their own lunchbox if they prefer. A monthly menu is published for different year levels. |
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House system
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House system — | House system WASS operates a four-house system for Primary and Secondary: Apollo, Athena, Zeus, and Asclepius. Apollo is orange, Athena is blue, Zeus is red, and Asclepius is green. The house framework supports competitive activities in academics, sports, and social events and fosters leadership development. |
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Governance and ownership
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Governance and ownership ROYAL SCHOOL is a member of HUTECH Education. | Governance and ownership The school is owned and governed by Indochina International Education Development Corporation (IIEDC), the corporate entity behind WASS. The IIEDC branding appears on the site and the copyright is held by IIEDC, indicating it is the parent organization for WASS. |
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Curriculum details
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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 WASS offers two WA-aligned pathways for Years 1–10: the WA International Program and the WA Curriculum Partial–Integrated Program; both are licensed by the Western Australian School Curriculum and Standards Authority (SCSA) and integrate the Vietnamese MOET curriculum. The WA Outline defines eight mandatory learning areas—English, Mathematics, Physical Education, Foreign Languages, Science, Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities, and Technology—with Character Education as an optional area, guiding learning across Years 1–10. For early years, WASS operates the Western Australian Early Years Program for ages 2–6. In senior years, students may pursue the Western Australian Certificate of Education International (WACE International) or the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), both accredited by SCSA and IB, with the MoET Diploma also offered. The instruction is delivered primarily in English for the international program, with a bilingual option available that combines the Vietnamese curriculum with Australian content at certain year levels. |
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Student teacher ratio
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Exam results
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Higher education progression
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Gifted and talented
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Academic calendar
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Social & emotional learning
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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 Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) is embedded across the Western Australian Curriculum at WASS from Kindergarten to Year 12, integrated across English, Mathematics, Science, Humanities and Social Sciences, Health and Physical Education, The Arts, Digital Technologies, and Digital Citizenship, and aligned with the Personal and Social Capability. |
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Special educational needs (SEN)
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Special educational needs (SEN) The school does not describe itself as a specialist SEN institution. | Special educational needs (SEN) The Learning Support program at WASS includes a Library Program and a Writing Center designed to develop independent and creative learning skills, with structured library classes taught by the library teacher, and a Writing Center offering writing support across the curriculum; the school does not publish a dedicated SEN department or a list of specific SEN categories it can support. |
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English as an additional language
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English as an additional language The school does not publicly disclose information on EAL support. | English as an additional language English as an Additional Language (EAL) uses an EAL/D curriculum created by the Australian Department of Education, based on the Western Australian Curriculum, designed to incrementally build English proficiency and support returning to mainstream classes, with EAL/D learners receiving time, modelling and scaffolding of language learning across the curriculum, extra processing time, and explicit vocabulary and language structures. |
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Mental wellbeing
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Mental wellbeing The school does not publicly disclose any specific initiatives, services or staff roles related to student mental wellbeing. | Mental wellbeing The School Clinic provides mental wellbeing support through professionally qualified nurses and school counselors, offering routine health care, health check-ups, vaccinations, and comprehensive counseling; individual counseling and Personal Education cover social-emotional learning and mental health awareness, with staff collaboration and family involvement. |
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Safeguarding
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Safeguarding The school does not publicly disclose their safeguarding or child-protection policies. | Safeguarding Safeguarding and child protection are addressed through the WASS Code of Conduct, which establishes a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment and prohibits harassment, bullying, or intimidation, applying to all students across all activities and guiding behavior and technology use. |
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Facilities overview
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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 WASS operates five campuses in central Ho Chi Minh City and offers WA-aligned programs across early years to senior levels, including WA Early Years, WA International Program, WACE International, and IBDP. Kindergarten campuses at 4 Nguyen Thong and 35 Nguyen Huu Canh provide WA Early Years programs for ages 2–6. The Primary Campus at 43 Nguyen Thong includes Music, Yoga, and 100m2 Art rooms used for Ballet, Dance and Drama, and features a 1,200m2 indoor multi-purpose sports arena for football, basketball, badminton, golf and tennis. The Secondary Campus at 84 Ba Huyen Thanh Quan offers modern facilities with specialist rooms for music, fine arts, robotics. The International Campus at 157 Ly Chinh Thang provides WA K-10 International, plus the WACE International and IBDP programs, with upgrades planned to meet evolving standards. An online library portal supports learning. |
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Sports facilities
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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 Primary Campus (43 Nguyen Thong) includes a 1,200m2 indoor multi‑purpose sports arena for football, basketball, badminton, golf and tennis. The campus also houses function rooms used for music, yoga and art activities. |
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Academic facilities
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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 An online library portal is available to support academic work; information about on‑site libraries or laboratories is not specified. |
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Extra curricular facilities
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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 There are 30+ after‑school clubs available across the WASS community. |
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History
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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 Western Australian International School System (WASS) was established in 2011 by the Indochina International Education Development Group (IEDG). It began with 49 students and has since expanded to multiple campuses in central Ho Chi Minh City. In 2019, WASS was recognized as an IB World School and began implementing the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program for senior students. WASS earned accreditation from the Western Australia School Curriculum and Standards Authority (SCSA) and joined the Council of International Schools (CIS) as part of its international accreditation trajectory. The network has grown to five campuses in central districts of Ho Chi Minh City, and by 2020-2021 served around 2,500 students across its campuses. |
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Community
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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 WASS hosts a multicultural community with students from over 20 nationalities, and English is the primary language of instruction. The school engages families through a variety of community and project-based activities, including student projects and city-wide competitions such as the Ho Chi Minh City – The Smart City project in 2017. WASS also collaborates with local higher education institutions, including the Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City, to support enrollment and scholarship opportunities for WASS students. |
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Parent teacher association
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Parent teacher association The school does not publicly disclose information on PTA. | Parent teacher association WASS maintains a structured parent communications framework that includes a Parents Handbook and a Parent Portal. Weekly communications are shared with parents to outline study plans and teacher comments. Parent Teacher Meetings (PTMs) are organized every semester to discuss a student's development with teachers. Parent Orientation Programs (POPs) and Curriculum Showcases are conducted for new parents to induct them through the year's programs. The WASS community also highlights family engagement through events such as Journey Home – A Merry Christmas Journey to foster community spirit. |
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Academic & intellectual
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Academic & intellectual The school uses the Cambridge bilingual education model from kindergarten to grade 12. | Academic & intellectual WASS offers more than 35 clubs spanning academics, STEM, debate, math competitions, and science-related projects. The after-school clubs run from 3:10 pm to 4:30 pm, Monday through Thursday, providing time for extended study and inquiry beyond class. Students may join up to two clubs per academic year, with each club typically consisting of 15–30 participants. |
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Arts & creative
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Arts & creative — | Arts & creative Arts and creative clubs include Drama Club, Music Band, Ballet (Kindergarten), and Handicraft/Art clubs, with additional creative-interest options such as MasterChef and French. These clubs give students opportunities to perform, create, and express themselves beyond regular lessons. The arts and creative offerings span visual and performing arts, design, and related creative activities as part of the clubs program. |
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Cultural & language
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Cultural & language The school fosters cultural diversity and global citizenship and operates Cambridge bilingual education. | Cultural & language Language clubs include Mandarin and French. The Model United Nations Club provides opportunities to engage with global issues and develop diplomacy and debate skills. The World Scholar's Cup is an academic competition that some clubs prepare for, fostering research and public speaking. |
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Social & hobbies
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Social & hobbies — | Social & hobbies Clubs cover a range of social and hobby activities, including Chess, MasterChef, and a variety of sports. Sports clubs include Basketball, Badminton, Karate, Taekwondo, and Kickboxing. The program emphasizes teamwork, communication, and personal development as part of after-school life. |
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Community & service
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Community & service — | Community & service WASS organizes community service programs, volunteering opportunities, charity work, and social responsibility initiatives. Experiential learning field trips and cultural exchanges contribute to community awareness. These activities extend learning beyond the classroom as part of the broader extracurricular program. |
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Leadership & professional
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Leadership & professional — | Leadership & professional Leadership development is facilitated through the Student Council and house systems. Participation in clubs helps develop leadership, project planning, and presentation skills. Mentoring and career-skills opportunities are integrated into the after-school and club activities. |
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Lifestyle & wellbeing The Phu My Hung Campus has a modern learning space that supports students' study, exploration, and development. | Lifestyle & wellbeing Sports and fitness are core components of the after-school program, with clubs for Basketball, Badminton, Taekwondo, and Kickboxing, among others. Supplementary classes and practical learning trips support physical well-being and overall wellness. The program emphasizes healthy lifestyle habits and teamwork as part of daily school life. |
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Language provision
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Language provision — | Language provision Languages taught at WASS centre on English and Vietnamese; the bilingual program uses both languages for instruction from early years through Year 9, while WA International programs deliver instruction primarily in English. French is available as an IB Diploma Programme subject. English as an Additional Language or Dialect (EAL/D) support is offered for non-native English speakers. The school maintains a multilingual library with English, Vietnamese, and other language resources to support language development. |
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Bilingual teaching
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Bilingual teaching The school uses the Cambridge bilingual education model from kindergarten to grade 12. | Bilingual teaching The Bilingual Program at WASS provides instruction in both English and Vietnamese. It covers students from Year 1 to Year 9, combining the Vietnamese MOET bilingual program with three Australian curriculum subjects—English, Mathematics, and Science—so teaching time is shared between the two programs. Vietnamese and English teachers work closely, and lessons are linked to the Unit of Inquiry to help students connect concepts across languages. From Year 10 to 12, students study English with native speakers and Vietnamese teachers to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing toward IELTS level 5.5 or higher; students may also pursue AP or SAT pathways, and the school has pursued authorization for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. |
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Immersion programs
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Immersion programs — | Immersion programs The Integrated Vietnam-American Bilingual Program (VAP) is offered for Kindergarten through Grade 8. In this program, elementary and junior high students learn core subjects in English (including English, Mathematics, Science, and Social Sciences) using standards such as CCSS, NGSS, AERO, and various state standards. Vietnamese MOET subjects remain, and specialist subjects support broader learning. The VAP provides a pathway toward the American Diploma Program and supports building advanced English proficiency and familiarity with American culture and assessment practices. |
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Awards
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Awards The school does not publicly disclose information on past awards. | Awards — |
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Accreditations
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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 Western Australian International School System (WASS) holds multiple official accreditations and authorizations, confirming its adherence to international and Western Australian standards: - WACE International Program authorization (Western Australian Certificate of Education International Program): WASS is authorized to deliver the Western Australian Certificate of Education International Program, aligning its senior secondary curriculum with WA standards. - International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP) authorization: WASS is authorized to offer the IB Diploma Programme, aligning its high-school curriculum with IB standards and global recognition. - Western Australian Curriculum / WA (SCSA) accreditation: WASS participates in the WA curriculum framework under the School Curriculum and Standards Authority (SCSA) and undergoes regular quality accreditation reviews. - Council of International Schools (CIS) membership: WASS is a CIS member school, indicating adherence to CIS accreditation standards and a recognized international-school quality framework. - Advanced Placement (AP) Program certification: WASS is certified to offer AP programs, enabling college-level coursework and standardized AP assessments. - SAT exam center authorization: WASS operates as an authorized center for SAT exams, providing access to standardized college admissions testing on campus. - Cognia accreditation (USA): WASS has achieved Cognia accreditation, a global accreditation framework recognizing learning culture, leadership, and engagement standards. |
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Admissions
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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. Submit an Admissions Inquiry. Parents and students will receive a detailed consultation on academic programs, extracurricular and enrichment activities, tuition policy, school regulations, and admissions procedures. This initial contact helps families understand which WA Curriculum pathways (WA K-10 International, WA Curriculum Partial – Integrated, and related programs) align with the student's goals. The Admissions team can be reached via the school's inquiry process and hotline for direct guidance: (028) 7109 5077 and 0963 999 701. 2. Entrance Exams. For Year 1, an interview with Vietnamese and international teachers is conducted alongside a psychological readiness assessment. For Year 2 and above, the entrance exam covers Math, Vietnamese (Literature), and English. These assessments determine placement within the WA International Program and WA curriculum pathways offered by WASS. 3. Receive Entrance Exam Results. Results and feedback from WASS's Academic Council are provided within 3–5 working days after the exam. The Academic Council comprises the principal, the WA program director, and the lead for Education and Training. This step confirms whether a student meets the admissions criteria and which program they will join. 4. Enrollment Process. After a positive admissions decision, families submit enrollment confirmation, complete tuition payment, and provide all required documents. The school then completes the official enrollment once records and payments are in order. Timelines and document requirements are communicated by the Admissions team during this stage. 5. Fees note. The school does not charge a fee for the Entrance Exam. Publicly available FAQ confirms that there is no charge for taking the Entrance Exam. Current tuition fee schedules are not published on the site in a readily accessible, up-to-date format, with historical fee schedules available from older pages. |
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Scholarships
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Scholarships The school does not publicly disclose information on existing scholarship offers. | Scholarships WASS offers scholarship options and special scholarship programs for WA pathways and partner arrangements. Notable sources include: - Partnership with Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City: A Memorandum of Understanding provides exclusive enrollment and scholarship opportunities for WASS students, including a Partner Scholarship (one per year) and an Admission Scholarship for strong entrance exam results. - WACE International scholarship initiatives: WASS has promoted scholarship opportunities for WACE International and related programs, with claims of substantial scholarship coverage and a broader access program. Details have been highlighted in school communications and affiliated program pages. - 2023–2024 scholarship programs: Reports describe a Future Tech Pioneers Talent Scholarship program with a total value of up to 6.5 billion VND, offering scholarships ranging from 20% to 100% of tuition for selected students (up to approximately 60 scholarships). - 2024–2025 education savings and scholarship policies: News coverage notes that WASS implemented education saving packages and scholarship policies for WACE and IBDP, reflecting ongoing scholarship activity. - Enrollment promotions and offers: Open-day coverage has referenced enrollment offers (e.g., up to 100 million VND) as part of recruitment events. |
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Waitlist
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Waitlist The school does not publicly disclose any waitlist or student pool procedure. | Waitlist WASS does not publish a waitlist or pool system on its admissions pages. There is no publicly available, detailed waitlist policy described in the Admissions Information or How to Apply sections. Families should contact the admissions team for current status if they need to discuss waitlist options. |
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