Sedbergh Vietnam vs Vietnam Finland International School

	S Sedbergh Vietnam Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam	V Vietnam Finland International School Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year ₫230,675,000 - 556,500,000	Fees / year ₫457,590,000 - 639,240,000
Age range	Age range 5 - 18 years	Age range 6 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, Canadian Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum, British Curriculum, IB (PYP), IPC (International Primary Curriculum), IMYC (International Middle Years Curriculum), Korean Curriculum, Vietnamese Curriculum, Montessori Curriculum	Curriculum IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum, Finnish Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 1,000	Pupils 400
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size 22
Instruction language	Instruction language English, Vietnamese	Instruction language English, Finnish, Vietnamese
Opened	Opened 2012	Opened 2019
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Sedbergh Vietnam – BCIS is located at No. 86, Road 23, Phu My Hung, Tan My Ward, Ho Chi Minh City. Phu My Hung is in District 7, a well-established residential area with access to major transport routes. The campus is affiliated with Sedbergh School in the United Kingdom.	Location VFIS is located at Gate 9, Ton Duc Thang University, 19 Nguyen Huu Tho Street, Tan Hung Ward, District 7, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. It sits within the university campus in a planned urban district, with accessible transport links and a calm, campus-conducive environment for families relocating.
Stages	Stages Primary Program (Grade 1–5) and Secondary Program (Grade 6–12). The Primary Program provides Cambridge Primary subjects in a MOET-supported framework, while the Secondary Program combines MOET with Cambridge Secondary subjects and English through IMYC. At the end of Grade 8, students choose between the MOET path (with intensive English) leading to a MOET diploma and IELTS 6.5+ or the Cambridge IGCSE/AS/A-Levels route.	Stages The school offers programmes from Grade 1 through to Grade 12, covering primary, lower secondary and upper secondary levels. It delivers both an International Programme (Grades 1–12) and a Bilingual Programme (Grades 1–12).
School type	School type Sedbergh Vietnam – BCIS operates as a day school with bus and meal services. It offers a bilingual pathway (MOET + Cambridge) in primary and secondary tracks, along with Cambridge IGCSE and A‑Level options. There is no public information indicating on-site boarding for regular students.	School type VFIS is a co-educational day school.
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Additional learning support	Additional learning support English as an Additional Language (EAL) is available for students in Grades 3–8 at no additional cost if needed. The entrance assessment covers English, Math, and Literature and may determine EAL support needs.	Additional learning support VFIS provides English Language Support (EAL) for students whose first language is not English, including foundation courses and grouped support classes. Additionally, the welfare services include a multi-professional team with special education teacher involvement to support student well-being.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation United Kingdom. Sedbergh Vietnam – BCIS maintains an international education partnership with Sedbergh School, a historic British school, and uses Cambridge-based programs.	Country affiliation The school is affiliated with Vietnam in that it is located in Vietnam and is part of a Vietnamese public university; additionally it draws on the Finnish education ethos and curriculum standards but is not a Finnish “branch school” in the sense of being governed from Finland.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation VFIS does not specify any religious affiliation; it is a secular international school.
School day structure	School day structure A sample day on the CVK campus starts at 8:00 AM with Welcome and Morning Activities, followed by 8:30 AM Arts and Creativity, 11:30 AM Lunch, 2:00 PM Arts & Sciences, and a day ending around 4:30 PM. Meals are provided at school and are part of the daily schedule.	School day structure On a typical day, the school opens from 7:30 am Monday to Friday, with formal lessons starting at 8:00 am and the main school day ending at 3:15 pm. Lunch and recess together last approximately 45 minutes (at different times depending on grade). After-school extra-curricular and additional classes may continue until about 4:00 pm.
Bus service details	Bus service details Bus services are provided with a wide range of fixed pickup/drop-off points across districts, operated by Student First Joint Stock Company. For specific residence pickups, contact the school to arrange and confirm start dates. Phone: (028) 54.123.444 (Ext: 1150); Email: xeduaruoc@sedbergh.edu.vn.	Bus service details VFIS offers a dedicated school bus service operated by the school. The service is owned and run by VFIS, uses experienced drivers and monitors, and covers routes within approximately 10 km of the campus. Parents can register via the school’s transport office for pick-up and drop-off.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application Fees Assessment Fee: VND 2,200,000 (non-refundable). Registration Fee: VND 20,000,000 (paid upon acceptance). Reservation Fee: VND 20,000,000 (deducted from tuition). Tuition Fees (Annual / Per Term Installment) Bilingual Program: - Grade 1: VND 256,305,000 / VND 143,535,000. - Grade 2–3: VND 269,010,000 / VND 150,675,000. - Grade 4: VND 282,555,000 / VND 158,235,000. - Grade 5–6: VND 288,645,000 / VND 161,700,000. - Grade 7–8: VND 319,935,000 / VND 179,130,000. - Grade 9: VND 340,725,000 / VND 190,785,000. - Grade 10–12: VND 361,410,000 / VND 202,335,000. Monolingual Program: - Year 6: VND 435,750,000 / VND 244,020,000. - Year 7–8: VND 469,875,000 / VND 263,130,000. - Year 9–10: VND 513,240,000 / VND 287,385,000. - Year 11–12: VND 556,500,000 / VND 311,640,000. Billing Schedule and Payment Terms Annual Payment: Due June 1, 2025. Term Payments: 1st Installment due June 30, 2025; 2nd Installment due December 5, 2025. Early Payment Discounts: 10% (by Mar 15), 7% (by Apr 30), or 5% (by June 1) on full tuition. Boarding Fees VND 180,000,000 per school year (includes accommodation, meals, laundry, and weekend expenses). Other Costs Learning Resources: VND 1,500,000 – VND 35,000,000 depending on grade. Meals & Bus: Fees vary; charged separately. Refund Information 100% refund (less reservation fee) if withdrawn before the school year starts. Partial refunds (60% to 10%) available for withdrawals during the year depending on notice date; no refunds after March 31, 2026. Fee Payment Options Bank transfer, credit card (at school), or cash.	Fee details Application Fees Primary applicants (Grades 1–5) pay an application fee of 2,250,000 VND. Secondary and High School applicants (Grades 6–12) pay 4,500,000 VND. This fee covers the entrance assessment and administration and is non-refundable. Tuition Fees International Programme – Annual Tuition (per grade): • Grades 1–5: 457,590,000 VND • Grades 6–7: 499,230,000 VND • Grades 8–10: 525,690,000 VND • Grades 11–12: 639,240,000 VND Term Tuition (per term): • Grades 1–5: Term 1 – 230,620,000 VND; Term 2 – 263,570,000 VND • Grades 6–7: Term 1 – 251,610,000 VND; Term 2 – 287,560,000 VND • Grades 8–10: Term 1 – 264,950,000 VND; Term 2 – 302,800,000 VND • Grades 11–12: Term 1 – 322,180,000 VND; Term 2 – 368,200,000 VND Billing Schedule & Payment Terms All annual tuition or Term 1 fees must be paid before the school year begins; Term 2 tuition must be paid before Term 2 starts. Early full-year payment made before 27 May receives a 10% reduction; payments between 28 May and 16 July receive a 5% reduction. Sibling & Long-Term Reductions Sibling reductions range from 10% (second child) to 20% (fourth child onward). A 3% reduction applies for students enrolled for five or more consecutive years. Other Costs Security deposit: 25,000,000 VND (International Programme). Meals: Primary includes lunch and snack; Secondary and High School include lunch only. Bus service fees vary by distance (5–15 km and Phu My Hung) and by public or private pick-up points. Refund Policies Refunds depend on withdrawal timing, with up to 100% refunded before the school year begins and partial refunds after the year has started. Fee Payment Options Fees may be paid annually or by term through the school’s accepted payment channels (e.g., bank transfer).
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement The school requires full school uniform from the first day of school. This includes plain black shoes. Previous uniform items, trainers, sandals, crocs, or shoes with colored designs are not permitted.	Uniform requirement VFIS has uniforms designed for activities both inside and outside the classroom. There is a separate uniform for PE activities, field trips and traveling. Uniforms are obligatory for every VFISer when arriving at or leaving campus or representing the School off-campus.
Food options	Food options School meals are provided by May Catering, a catering company specializing in meals for schools. The menu includes local and international dishes and emphasizes nutrition and safety standards. Meal plans can be registered online, and the service focuses on balanced nutrition with a range of choices.	Food options VFIS offers daily nutritious, balanced meals for all students in the school canteen. Meals are prepared by an outsourced international catering company that meets Vietnamese Food Safety Requirements and EN ISO 9001:2015 (TUV Austria). The menu provides Western, Asian and vegetarian options, and there are cultural theme weeks during the school year.
House system	House system Sedbergh Vietnam operates a completely new six-house system, inherited from British heritage. From August, all students are placed in one of the six houses, and each house participates in inter-house competitions and activities guided by dedicated staff.	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership Sedbergh Vietnam is part of the EQuest Education Group, a private education organisation that runs K-12 schools, higher education, and EdTech in Vietnam. EQuest describes its ecosystem, international accreditation, and scale (as of 2025, the group operates around 25 institutions and serves tens of thousands of learners).	Governance and ownership VFIS operates as a not-for-profit international school under Ton Duc Thang University, a not-for-profit public property independent from businesses.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Sedbergh Vietnam – BCIS delivers a curriculum that blends MOET (Vietnam's national curriculum) with Cambridge standards and the IPC/IMYC frameworks, offering both bilingual and international pathways and a broad Extra-Curricular Activities program. The Primary Program (Grades 1–5) combines MOET with the Cambridge Primary program, with Cambridge subjects in primary including Math, Science, English, Art, Music and Drama to foster active independent learning. The Secondary Program (Grades 6–12) continues MOET alongside Cambridge Lower Secondary subjects and IMYC in English, and from the end of Grade 8 students choose between a MOET diploma with IELTS 6.5+ or the Cambridge IGCSE/AS/A-Levels track. For Cambridge progression, students study the IGCSE in Years 10–11 (minimum of five IGCSE subjects including English and Maths) and then proceed to AS/A-Levels in Years 12–13. From the 2025–2026 school year, the upper-secondary bilingual program introduces English for Academic Purposes (EAP) aligned to CEFR (A2–B2) with IELTS and SAT preparation, and Grade 9 Mathematics is taught in English via the Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics pathway.	Curriculum details Vietnam–Finland International School (VFIS) offers two pathways from Grade 1 to Grade 12: an International Programme and a Bilingual Programme. The International Programme follows the Finnish National Core Curriculum, with Vietnamese language, History, Geography and Ethics added for Vietnamese citizens as required by national regulations. The Bilingual Programme combines Finnish curriculum principles with subjects taught in Vietnamese in alignment with Vietnam’s Ministry of Education and Training. From Grade 10, students begin a preparatory year leading toward the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP), which is formally offered in Grades 11 and 12. Across all years, students learn English with a structured progression based on Cambridge Assessment English, supported by additional English Language Support where needed. Specialist subjects include arts, crafts, home economics, physical education, and science, reflecting the broad subject areas in the Finnish framework.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning Sedbergh Vietnam's Student Services run a Wellbeing Program designed to promote social and emotional development, nurture responsibility and resilience, and foster a positive school culture, including a daily mindfulness program, peer mediation, and clubs, supported by a guidance counselor and a wellness director.	Social & emotional learning VFIS supports students’ social and emotional development through its pupil-welfare services, which focus on learning, mental and physical health, and social well-being. The school states that this work is carried out by a multi-professional team that includes psychologists, counsellors, school nurses, and a special education teacher, overseen by the principal. Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) are used to guide student progress and provide structured support. The school also emphasises close collaboration between welfare staff, teachers, and families to ensure that students’ needs are identified and monitored. No additional SEL-specific programmes are publicly described.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision or whether it operates as a specialist SEN institution.	Special educational needs (SEN) VFIS has a special education teacher as part of its welfare services, indicating that the school offers some level of SEN support. The welfare team includes professionals such as psychologists and counsellors who may also contribute to supporting students with additional needs. However, the school does not publicly specify which categories of SEN it can accommodate, nor does it describe specialised SEN programmes or facilities. There is no indication that VFIS is a specialist SEN institution. The available information confirms only that SEN support exists but does not detail its scope.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The school provides a supplementary English (EAL) program for students with identified ELL needs in Grades 1–8, with teaching assistants and foreign teachers supporting English language development.	English as an additional language VFIS provides structured English Language Support for students who require additional help. New students are assessed upon entry, and those who need support complete a compulsory foundation course, often held in the summer. During the school year, students may be placed into English support groups based on their proficiency level, with progress reviewed at the end of each semester. Additional English classes are available as paid programmes. This is the only EAL-related provision the school publicly describes.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is integrated into the Wellbeing Program, focusing on healthy relationships, autonomy, purpose, and ensuring students are healthy, happy, engaged and successful.	Mental wellbeing The school’s welfare services state a commitment to promoting students’ mental and physical health as part of overall well-being. Psychologists and counsellors are included in the welfare team, indicating that professional mental-health support is available on campus. The emphasis on individual guidance and collaboration between staff and families is positioned as part of this support. Beyond these core services, the school does not publicly detail additional mental-wellbeing programmes, therapy services, or structured interventions.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The school operates safeguarding policies including a Child Protection Handbook and a Parent Handbook to guide safeguarding and child protection practices in line with domestic and international laws.	Safeguarding VFIS publicly describes its welfare services team but does not publish a dedicated safeguarding or child-protection policy on its website. There is no publicly available information about staff safeguarding training, reporting procedures, or child-protection frameworks. As such, apart from the presence of counsellors and psychologists, the school does not disclose further safeguarding provisions.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Sedbergh Vietnam – BCIS occupies about 13,000 square meters of campus space and serves around 1,500 students. The campus is linked with Maple Leaf Center, supporting a broad range of facilities for teaching and recreation. An Olympic-standard swimming pool and a variety of outdoor sports facilities, including a soccer field, basketball court, volleyball court, badminton court, golf course, and tennis court, support physical education and team sport programs. Teaching spaces include spacious classrooms, a laboratory system with imported modern equipment, and a computer room with high-speed Internet. Creative and student-centered spaces include a Markerspace for creativity and startup activities, a music space, cinema, and a Makerspace. Active learning is supported by a range of functional spaces and a comprehensive utilities system to support daily student life.	Facilities overview VFIS is located on Ton Duc Thang University's main campus. The building has a basement and three floors plus a roof, with a total construction area over 50,000 m2 on a 5-hectare site within TDTU's main campus. The facilities were designed by Finnish architects to reflect Finnish education principles and learning approaches. The learning environment aims to enable the joy of learning, support thinking and learning to learn, develop transversal skills through multidisciplinary modules, and promote communal knowledge. Open Learning spaces, Flexible Classrooms, Modern Practical Rooms, an Inspiration Library, and Outdoor Open Space form the core learning environments, while the campus integrates with Ton Duc Thang University facilities to support independent and collaborative study.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Key sports facilities include an Olympic-standard swimming pool and a range of outdoor pitches and courts: a soccer field, basketball court, volleyball court, badminton court, golf course, and tennis court. An on-site stadium and dedicated football pitches support PE lessons and competitive teams. The Maple Leaf Center is used by the Saigon Heat team for practice and competition. The campus provides indoor and outdoor spaces designed to accommodate team training, matches, and physical education.	Sports facilities Outdoor Open Space is listed as a VFIS facility.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Academic facilities include a laboratory system with imported modern equipment to support Cambridge-based science teaching and practical work. A modern computer room with high-speed Internet access supports digital learning and research. The campus includes a Makerspace for hands-on projects and project-based learning. Spacious classrooms and flexible learning spaces are designed to support collaboration and inquiry.	Academic facilities VFIS offers two programmes from Primary through Upper Secondary: International and Bilingual. The Finnish National Core Curriculum provides the framework for the International and Bilingual programmes, with local adaptations. The International Programme is taught in English by Finnish and international teachers, and upper secondary follows the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme with a Grade 10 IB preparatory year. The Bilingual Programme integrates Finnish and Vietnamese curricula, with Vietnamese as the main language of instruction and selected subjects taught in English. The English-language program is developed on the Cambridge English framework and aims for CEFR level B2 (IELTS 6.5) at graduation. VFIS became an IB World School in 2021 and offers the IB Diploma Programme in Grades 11-12. The school operates under Ton Duc Thang University.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Markerspace creativity and startup area provides space for student-led projects and entrepreneurship. A dedicated music space supports music education and performances, and a cinema offers space for film appreciation and screenings. The Makerspace and other creative facilities support design, fabrication, and cross-disciplinary projects. Outdoor spaces and sporting facilities also enable clubs and after-school activities.	Extra curricular facilities VFIS offers co-curricular opportunities including visual arts, organised clubs, and Model United Nations.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Sedbergh Vietnam – BCIS traces its roots to the Bilingual Canadian International School (BCIS), established to provide a bilingual Canadian education environment in Vietnam. The Canadian International School (CIS) was officially established on March 13, 2009, as the first international school in Vietnam to offer a Canadian curriculum, with the 2009–2010 school year starting at a temporary campus in Phu My Hung and enrolling around 165 students. The BCIS predecessor continued its development, and in the 2012–2013 school year the first generation of students graduated from CISS (the Canadian International School System, including BCIS). In December 2022, BCIS formalized a strategic partnership with Sedbergh School in the United Kingdom, with the signing taking place on December 2, 2022, launching Sedbergh Vietnam – BCIS and aligning with Sedbergh's nearly 500-year history. The partnership presents Sedbergh Vietnam as a pathway to a British-inspired international program and broader study opportunities at universities worldwide.	History VFIS was established under Decision No. 5834/QD-HCMC by the Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee on 7 November 2016 and operates as a non-profit institution affiliated with Ton Duc Thang University. The school opened its first academic year in August 2019 under the Finnish-inspired educational model. Initially serving Grades 1–9, it has since expanded to cover higher secondary levels and runs both International and Bilingual programmes.
Community	Community Sedbergh Vietnam – BCIS supports a diverse learning community framed by a bilingual Cambridge-aligned program and a robust activity offering. The school reports about 1200 students per year and more than 40 clubs and houses, supporting a wide range of interests and peer groups. It hosts cultural and academic events such as the Winter Concert (2025) and a National English Debating & Public Speaking Contest (2025), as well as university-engagement activities including visits to RMIT University Vietnam for career discovery. The community emphasizes holistic development, with a multi-national teaching staff and a strong emphasis on preparing students for domestic and international higher education.	Community The VFIS community brings together students, teachers and families from diverse cultural backgrounds and hosts regular events such as the back-to-school Orientation Day, where new students and parents meet their teachers and peers. The school also organises cross-cultural programmes including the Finnish Education Expo, which invites Finnish school representatives and parents to explore study pathway options. These activities aim to foster inclusive relationships among stakeholders and strengthen the school’s collaborative, multicultural ethos.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association Sedbergh Vietnam emphasizes a strong school–parent partnership as a core governance and community value. The school holds regular on-campus Parent-Teacher Conferences, with sessions scheduled on October 31, 2025 (8:00–16:00) and November 1, 2025 (8:00–12:00) to facilitate meetings between parents and teachers. Parents are encouraged to schedule meetings with teachers to discuss progress and to participate in ongoing dialogue about their children's development. The partnership is framed as essential for student growth and is reinforced through open communication, collaboration, and mutual respect between home and school. Parent involvement is reflected in school communications, updates, and events that keep families informed of academic priorities and community activities. The school explicitly promotes a school-parent partnership as part of its community ethos and governance.	Parent teacher association The school website does not publicly provide detailed information about a specific Parent Teacher Association (PTA) structure, groups or regular files of activities labelled as a “PTA”. Therefore, the existence of a formal PTA with named committees, events or parent-led groups is not clearly disclosed on the school’s public materials.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Sedbergh Vietnam offers more than 60 after-school clubs across academics, arts, sports, and community themes. Primary/Junior clubs include Vietnamese Tutoring, Math Tutoring, Reading Club, and Chess & Puzzles. Secondary clubs include English Support, IELTS Speaking, Model United Nations (MUN), Debate, Marketing & Business Club, and the iDEA Club, with the Student Council also available. Clubs are organized to develop social responsibility and leadership through the House system and student-led events.	Academic & intellectual VFIS is an IB World School authorized in 2021 to offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. The curriculum blends the Finnish core curriculum with Vietnamese values and uses a research-based, learner-centered pedagogy. In the international program, students study 180 days and there are no standardized tests. VFIS offers two educational programs, International Programme and Bilingual Programme, for Grades 1–12, aligned with Finnish education standards to develop global citizenship.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Arts and culture are integrated into school life, with a choir and a comprehensive music program that includes the Sedbergh Vietnam Choir, Music Club, and Digital Music Production. Drama and performing arts are supported through the Drama Club, and there are Fine Arts, Creative Arts, Digital Painting, and Creative Writing clubs. The arts program includes student-led performances and cultural celebrations, such as Mid-autumn Festival showcases. The Arts are highlighted as an everyday part of life, encouraging appreciation, collaboration, and community engagement.	Arts & creative VFIS emphasizes arts and creative pursuits as part of the learning experience. Drama is taught in Grades 8–9 using active learning methods. Psychology is offered to Pre-IB students (Grade 10) and in the IB Diploma Programme. Rainbow Hour supports creativity and well-being as part of VFIS study.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Language and cultural activities include English language support and IELTS Speaking clubs, plus Vietnamese language tutoring. There are language and cultural clubs such as Spanish Club and Chinese Chess Club, along with traditional games and cultural activities. Model United Nations provides a platform for international discussions and cross-cultural understanding. Cultural events and celebrations are part of the program, such as Mid-autumn Festival activities.	Cultural & language VFIS offers International and Bilingual Programmes for Grades 1–12, with 15 nationalities represented. The Bilingual Programme includes Vietnamese language instruction; International Programme assessments are conducted in English and Bilingual Programme assessments are conducted in English and Vietnamese. VFIS operates within Ton Duc Thang University and emphasizes cross-cultural understanding and international-mindedness.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Social and hobby clubs include Chess & Puzzles, Board Games & Lego, Traditional Games, and Rubik's Cube. Students can pursue sports and physical activities such as Running Club, Badminton, Pickleball, Tennis, Jiujitsu, Golf, Rugby, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, and the Football Team. Clubs operate twice weekly after school to encourage exploration of interests and development of teamwork. Yearbook and photography clubs provide additional outlets for student creativity.	Social & hobbies Student life includes events such as STEM Robotics Experience Day, the Finnish Culture & Education Experience Day, and Vietnamese Teachers' Day. The school hosts the VFIS Mathcounts Challenge and a Career Guidance & Study Abroad Fair. Upcoming events include VFIS Tet Fair 2026 on February 5, 2026, a School Tour & Information Day on January 31, 2026, and a Finnish performance exchange with the Imatra Big Band on January 16, 2026.
Community & service	Community & service Community service is embedded in Sedbergh Vietnam through clubs like Habitat for Humanity and Anti-Bullying, and through the school's broader civic activities. The school runs Saturday charity events with Binh An charity school and outreach projects in Can Gio. Projects include English lessons for orphans, donations of food and clothing, and participation in the Terry Fox Run to support pediatric cancer care. These activities foster social responsibility and global citizenship.	Community & service VFIS is the first Finnish international school in Southeast Asia and is a not-for-profit international school belonging to Ton Duc Thang University, a public autonomous university in Vietnam. VFIS pursues sustainable human development and aims to be a world-class learning community. Scholarships are available for current VFIS students (Grades 9–12) and new students (Grades 2–12), covering 25%–50% of tuition; selection is by the Scholarship Committee. Scholarships apply to tuition fees only and do not cover other fees.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Leadership development is provided through the Student Council, Global Issues Network, and House Councils. Participation in these bodies develops critical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, and entrepreneurial skills. Students have organized events such as Halloween activities, the Spring Concert, and Teacher Appreciation Day. The iDEA Club and Marketing & Business Club offer formal paths into entrepreneurship and business skills.	Leadership & professional VFIS has a leadership team led by the Head of School, Ms. Miekk-Oja Suvi Kristiina, and emphasizes Finnish standards and teacher autonomy. Teachers are encouraged to engage in continuous professional development. The school hosts Career Guidance & Study Abroad Fair to support student leadership and future planning.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Sedbergh Vietnam operates 41 athletic teams across a range of sports including badminton, basketball, soccer, swimming, and volleyball. The Athletics Program emphasizes teamwork and healthy competition, supported by field trips and life-skills development. Mindfulness and wellbeing are supported through activities such as Yoga, along with other fitness offerings. Annual trips and after-school activities contribute to physical health and overall wellbeing.	Lifestyle & wellbeing VFIS emphasizes peace and happiness, with a learning approach that avoids excessive pressure or competition in the international program. The campus features Finnish-designed facilities, flexible classrooms, and open spaces to support well-being and safe growth. The school promotes meals, physical education, and mindfulness as part of student life.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision English is the language of instruction in the monolingual CVK program. In the bilingual track, English language study is emphasized as part of the MOET bilingual pathway, alongside MOET content. English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is available for non-native English speakers in Grades 3–8 at no cost. The Cambridge IGCSE/AS/A-Levels track is part of the international pathway.	Language provision The International Programme is taught in English by Finnish and international teachers. Vietnamese language and social studies are compulsory within the International Programme and Vietnamese is the main language of instruction in the Bilingual Programme, with selected subjects delivered in English. The English-language component follows Cambridge Assessment English framework and aims for CEFR level B2 (IELTS 6.5) by graduation.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching Sedbergh Vietnam offers a bilingual track as part of the Sedbergh Vietnam – BCIS program. Families can choose between a bilingual pathway and an international pathway; the bilingual track combines the MOET Vietnamese curriculum with international elements, including a Cambridge English component, IPC, and IMYC. The curriculum is organized into Primary (Grades 1–5) and Secondary (Grades 6–12). At the end of Grade 8, students select between two pathways: the MOET program with an intensive English component leading to a MOET diploma (with IELTS target 6.5 or higher) or the Cambridge IGCSE/AS/A-Levels track.	Bilingual teaching VFIS offers two programmes from Primary through Upper Secondary: the International Programme and the Bilingual Programme. The International Programme is taught in English by Finnish and international teachers and follows the Finnish National Core Curriculum with local adaptations; upper secondary students pursue the IB Diploma Programme in Grades 11-12 with an IB preparatory year in Grade 10. The Bilingual Programme provides an integrated Finnish and Vietnamese curriculum; Vietnamese is the main language of instruction, with selected subjects delivered in English. The English-language component uses the Cambridge framework and aims for CEFR level B2 by graduation.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs Sedbergh Vietnam operates a monolingual English immersion program at the CVK campus for early years, described as 100% English immersion. The Sedbergh Summer Course 2025 includes English immersion with at least 15 hours of formal English instruction per week, taught by native speakers, and a 1:15 teacher-pupil ratio. These immersion offerings underscore English as a central language in the school's programs.	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards 2024–2025 House Award: The 2024–2025 House journey culminated with Hart House as the overall House Champion, with more than 30 awards earned across over 10 events and about 600 participating students.	Awards VFIS does not publicly disclose any institutional awards given directly to the school in the last five years.
Accreditations	Accreditations - Cambridge School in Vietnam: Sedbergh Vietnam – BCIS (under CIS system) is certified and on the list of Cambridge Schools in Vietnam. - Cognia Accreditation: Sedbergh Vietnam – BCIS (under CIS system) achieved comprehensive education quality accreditation from Cognia, covering the three U.S. regional agencies (NCA CASI, NWAC, SACS CASI). - CoIS Accreditation: Sedbergh Vietnam – BCIS (under CIS system) holds International Accreditation by the Council of International Schools. - CoBIS Accredited Member: Sedbergh Vietnam – BCIS is a CoBIS Accredited Member, a credential tied to the Council of British International Schools with a standards-based framework (10 standards). - WASC Accreditation: Sedbergh Vietnam – BCIS officially earns accreditation from ACS WASC (Western Association of Schools and Colleges).	Accreditations International Baccalaureate (IB) World School – Diploma Programme: VFIS is authorised to offer the IB Diploma Programme for Grades 11–12. This accreditation confirms that the school meets the International Baccalaureate Organization’s standards for delivering the programme. Establishment Approval by the Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee: The school was formally established under an official government decision in 2016. This authorisation recognises the school as an approved educational institution within Vietnam’s national regulatory framework.
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Step 1 — Consultation. The process begins with an admission consultation to help families choose a suitable educational program and understand the admission pathway. Parents provide their contact details to receive detailed guidance, and group consultations can be arranged if several families are applying together. During this stage, families are informed about the Academic Scholarship Program, including the possibility of scholarships that cover up to 100% of tuition; information is provided to help determine eligibility and the best program fit. Step 2 — Entrance examination and admission requirements. After completing the admission form and receiving program guidance, the admissions team arranges an entrance examination for the child. The entrance test covers English, Mathematics, and Literature, and families may be asked to provide transcripts or related documents before and during the testing process. Some applicants may meet with the School Board as part of the evaluation before final admission decisions are issued; after the test, the leadership team provides feedback and the admissions team communicates next steps or additional guidance. Step 3 — Enrollment. Upon admission approval, families prepare and submit the required documentation to complete the admission profile. Required items include a health certification and vaccination certificate (Preschool), a birth certificate copy (or notarized translation for foreigners), copies of parent IDs (and student IDs in later grades), the student's original transcript, and any relevant school transfer letters. Additional items may include prior school documentation and letters of recommendation; once documents are verified, enrollment is completed and a start date is confirmed.	Admissions 1. Submit Application & Required Documents Parents begin by completing the application form and submitting the required documents to the Admissions Office. These documents typically include school records, identification documents, and the application fee. The school reviews the documents to determine the child’s eligibility to move to the next step. Parents are informed if any additional paperwork is needed. 2. Entrance Assessment & Interview VFIS requires an entrance assessment for all applicants. The assessment may include academic testing and an interview, depending on the year group and programme. Assessment scheduling is arranged by the Admissions Office after the application is processed. Families receive instructions on preparation, location, and required materials. 3. Review of Results & Placement Decision The school evaluates the entrance assessment results, academic history, and programme suitability. Based on this review, VFIS determines whether the applicant is eligible for placement. Parents are notified of the decision by the Admissions Office. Applicants who meet requirements may proceed to enrollment if space is available. 4. Offer Letter & Acceptance If the student is accepted, VFIS issues an official Offer Letter. Parents must confirm acceptance within the timeframe described by the school. The offer outlines the programme, grade placement, and next administrative steps. Failure to respond on time may result in the offer being withdrawn. 5. Payment of Security Deposit & Fees To secure the place, parents must pay the required security deposit and tuition fee according to the school’s payment schedule. Payment confirms the student’s seat for the upcoming academic year. The security deposit policies differ for returning and new students, as stated on the fees page. Parents receive confirmation once payment is completed. 6. Enrollment Completion & Orientation After payment, families complete remaining administrative steps such as uniform purchase, student card registration, and health-related requirements. The school informs parents of orientation dates and the start of term procedures. Enrollment is considered complete once all steps are fulfilled. Students then join their assigned class at the beginning of the school year.
Scholarships	Scholarships Academic scholarships: Sedbergh Vietnam offers an Academic Scholarship Program with awards from 20% to 100% of tuition, and up to 150 scholarships in total. Eligibility includes an average English score of 8.0 or higher, two consecutive years of “excellent” academic performance, active participation in extracurricular activities, and possession of certificates or awards. The program promises a simple application process and free testing fees as part of the process. Cambridge scholarships: Cambridge-based scholarships are available, with awards up to 60% of tuition for eligible students pursuing Cambridge IGCSE/AS/A-Level pathways. There are also broader Cambridge scholarship opportunities referred to on the school's pages, including a substantial fund and multiple full scholarships in some years. Notably, a separate Cambridge scholarship initiative is described as a total fund (e.g., up to 18 billion VND) with a number of full scholarships and a January 15, 2026 application deadline. These scholarships are not stackable with other promotions and have specific terms. For prospective applicants, the school communicates Cambridge-related scholarship details during the admissions process and in dedicated scholarship announcements.	Scholarships VFIS offers scholarships to students based on academic performance, assessment results, and other eligibility criteria defined by the school. Applicants may be required to sit scholarship-specific assessments, and results determine scholarship levels. Scholarships can cover a percentage of tuition fees, and conditions include maintaining academic performance and school conduct. Scholarship policies also clarify that tuition refunds for scholarship recipients are calculated after applying scholarship reductions. Detailed criteria, required documents, and application timelines are provided on the school’s scholarship page.
Waitlist	Waitlist —	Waitlist The school does not publicly disclose the use of a waitlist or pool system.
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