Singapore International School - Saigon South vs Vietnam Australia International School - Sunrise Campus

	S Singapore International School - Saigon South Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam	V Vietnam Australia International School - Sunrise Campus Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year ₫280,615,000 - 626,014,000	Fees / year ₫155,000,000 - 585,592,000
Age range	Age range 2 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, Singapore Curriculum	Curriculum Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size 25	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English, Vietnamese
Opened	Opened 2007	Opened 2014
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Singapore International School @ Saigon South is located at 29 Street No. 3, Trung Son Residential Area, Hamlet 4, Binh Hung Commune, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The campus sits in a quiet residential neighborhood close to the Phu My Hung urban area, about 20 minutes from District 1 by car. It is easily accessible via main city roads and is well connected to nearby family communities in Saigon South.	Location Vietnam Australia International School – Sunrise Campus is located in the Him Lam area of District 7, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The campus is situated within a residential neighbourhood that is accessible from major parts of the city and families can reach it easily for daily drop-offs and pick-ups.
Stages	Stages The school provides a continuous educational pathway from Pre-School through High School. It begins with Pre-School for children from approximately 18 months to below 6 years, followed by Primary and Junior High (Years 1–9), and continues into Senior High with Cambridge IGCSE, AS, and A Level programmes.	Stages The Sunrise campus offers education from Kindergarten through Primary School, Secondary School, and High School, following the Cambridge International Programme alongside the Vietnamese National Curriculum.
School type	School type Singapore International School @ Saigon South is a co-educational day school.	School type The school is co-educational, welcoming both boys and girls across all grade levels.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support The school’s learning framework supports students at different stages of English language proficiency through its Integrated and International Programmes. While there is a strong focus on language acquisition and academic support, the school does not publish a dedicated Special Educational Needs (SEN) department or programme.	Additional learning support The school does not provide specific details about additional learning support provisions such as SEN programmes for students with special educational needs.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation The school is part of the KinderWorld Education Group and follows a blend of Singapore and Cambridge curricula. It is not affiliated with any specific country’s national education system.	Country affiliation The school does not have any country affiliations.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation The school has no religious affiliations.	Religious affiliation The school does not have any religious affiliations.
School day structure	School day structure Classes at Singapore International School @ Saigon South begin at 8:25 am and finish at 4:45 pm. The day starts with a short Form Class session followed by Breakfast, and lessons are scheduled in 45-minute periods throughout the day. Lunch takes place between 11:15 am and 12:45 pm, depending on year level, and there is an afternoon Recess from 2:15 pm to 2:30 pm. The final period is followed by Extra-Curricular Activities (ECAs) from 4:00 pm to 4:45 pm.	School day structure The school day varies slightly by level. Kindergarten lessons run from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Primary School operates from 7:45 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. Secondary School begins at 7:30 a.m. and finishes at 4:30 p.m. These schedules provide full-day learning with time allocated for classroom activities, breaks, meals and end-of-day pick-up.
Bus service details	Bus service details The school provides a dedicated bus service for students living in and around Ho Chi Minh City. Routes are organized by residential zones, and each bus has an attendant to assist younger students. Pick-up and drop-off times are scheduled according to location, with fees varying by distance from the campus.	Bus service details The school has bus transportation available across locations, with buses that pick up students of all grades across the city, prioritizing safety and supervised by professional staff.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application and Registration Fees * Placement Test Fee: VND 2,940,000 per student (International Programme only) * Registration Fee: VND 21,500,000 per student (International Programme); VND 6,450,000 per student (Kindergarten Programme) * Deposit: VND 15,000,000 per student (International Programme); VND 20,000,000 for Kindergarten 1–2 and VND 26,000,000 for Preparatory Class (termly payment basis) --- Tuition Fees (2025 Academic Year) International Kindergarten (Full Day) * Kindergarten 1 & 2: VND 280,615,000 per year / VND 70,154,000 per term * Preparatory: VND 358,797,000 per year / VND 89,700,000 per term International Programme (Primary to A Level) * Year 1 – Year 3: VND 498,380,000 per year * Year 4 – Year 5: VND 500,688,000 per year * Year 6: VND 502,288,000 per year * Year 7 – Year 8: VND 527,608,000 per year * Year 9 – Year 10 (IGCSE): VND 587,479,000 per year * AS / A Level 1: VND 598,515,000 per year * AS / A Level 2: VND 626,014,000 per year --- Billing Schedule and Payment Terms * Fees may be paid annually (one instalment) or termly (four instalments). * Annual payments are due 30 days before the first day of school. * Termly payments follow this schedule: * 1st term – 35% (before school starts) * 2nd term – 25% (due 14 days before end of term) * 3rd term – 25% * 4th term – 15% --- Other Costs * Uniforms, books, e-learning materials, meals, transportation, and insurance are billed separately. * Short-term daily care (Kindergarten 1–2) is VND 1,676,000 per day. * Additional expenses (e.g., field trips, camps, stationery) are paid as incurred. Refund and Payment Options Refund policies are not detailed in the fee structure. Payments may be made via telegraphic transfer	Fee details Reservation Fee VND 20,000,000 Application Fee Preschool: VND 1,000,000 Primary: VND 3,000,000 Secondary: VND 3,000,000 Registration Fee Preschool: VND 6,000,000 Primary: VND 12,000,000 Secondary: VND 12,000,000 Cambridge English Programme (CEP) Preschool / Kindergarten (Nursery, Pre-1, Pre-2, Pre-3): VND 155,000,000 across all grades Primary: Grade 1: VND 179,080,000 Grade 2: VND 203,700,000 Grade 3: VND 212,720,000 Grade 4: VND 226,260,000 Grade 5: VND 239,800,000 Secondary and High School: Grade 6: VND 246,720,000 Grade 7: VND 267,580,000 Grade 8: VND 285,620,000 Grade 9: VND 316,800,000 Grade 10: VND 338,700,000 Grade 11: VND 348,240,000 Grade 12: VND 381,852,000 Cambridge Academic Programme Bi-lingual (CAP Bi-lingual) Preschool / Kindergarten Pre-2: VND 202,400,000 Pre-3: VND 202,400,000 Primary: Grade 1: VND 214,820,000 Grade 2: VND 233,540,000 Grade 3: VND 243,880,000 Grade 4: VND 259,400,000 Grade 5: VND 274,920,000 Secondary and High School: Grade 6: VND 283,000,000 Grade 7: VND 306,760,000 Grade 8: VND 327,440,000 Grade 9: VND 363,380,000 Grade 10: VND 384,820,000 Cambridge Academic Programme International (CAP Int'l) Primary: Grade 1: VND 265,320,000 Grade 2: VND 288,280,000 Grade 3: VND 301,040,000 Grade 4: VND 320,200,000 Grade 5: VND 339,360,000 Secondary and High School: Grade 6: VND 349,460,000 Grade 7: VND 378,640,000 Grade 8: VND 404,160,000 Grade 9: VND 451,200,000 Grade 10: VND 473,400,000 Grade 11: VND 557,960,000 Grade 12: VND 585,592,000 Transportation Fee (varies for each programmes) 0-2km: VND 16,524,000 - VND 16,983,000 2.1-4km: VND 26,892,000 - VND 27,639,000 4.1-6km: VND 35,100,000 - VND 36,075,000 6.1-8km: VND 42,372,000 - VND 43,549,000 8.1-10km: VND 47,556,000 - VND 48,877,000 10.1-12km: VND 52,704,000 - VND 54,168,000 12.1-14km: VND 56,808,000 - VND 58,386,000 Meal Fee (varies for each programmes) Preschool: VND 30,866,000 Primary: VND 29,999,000 - VND 30,866,000 Secondary: VND 36,711,000 - VND 37,772,000
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement Uniform items include a T-shirt, trousers/skirts, PE shirt, PE trousers, male swimsuit, female swimsuit, backpack, hat, and jacket.
Food options	Food options The campus has a canteen.	Food options Meals are provided. The meal fee is 35,904,000 VND per year (annual payment) and 981,000 VND per week.
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Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership Integrated Programme is delivered through collaboration between Singapore Vietnam International School and Singapore International School. The school is accredited by Cambridge and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). The campus features science labs and a swimming pool.	Governance and ownership Sunrise Campus is part of Vietnam Australia International School (VAS), the largest Cambridge International School System in Ho Chi Minh City, with six modern campuses and around 8,000 students; VAS was founded in 2004.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The curriculum at Singapore International School @ Saigon South follows a structured pathway from early childhood through pre-university levels. In the Pre-School years, children follow an inquiry-based programme that blends play, language development, and early numeracy. The Primary and Junior High levels are based on the Singapore Curriculum, with subjects including English, Mathematics, Science, Chinese, and Vietnamese, emphasizing foundational skills and bilingual learning. From Year 9 onward, students transition to the Cambridge International Curriculum, preparing for IGCSE examinations in Years 9–10. The final two years—AS and A Levels—offer internationally recognized qualifications through Cambridge Assessment International Education, supporting progression to global universities. Across all levels, English is the main language of instruction, with Chinese and Vietnamese taught as additional languages.	Curriculum details Vietnam Australia International School – Sunrise Campus follows the Cambridge Academic Programme International (CAPI), which integrates the Cambridge International curriculum with the Vietnamese national curriculum (MOET) across year levels from Kindergarten through High School. In early years and primary school, students engage with foundational subjects taught mainly in English, aligned to Cambridge Primary and MOET outcomes, leading to Cambridge Primary Checkpoint assessments at the end of Grade 5. In Lower Secondary, students continue with CAPI, preparing for Cambridge Secondary Checkpoint examinations around the end of Grade 8. In Upper Secondary, the curriculum includes Cambridge IGCSE courses typically completed by the end of Grade 10 and may extend into Cambridge AS & A Level subjects for senior students, alongside required MOET subjects.
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Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar View document	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The school mentions a “Virtues Programme” that reinforces character traits such as teamwork, perseverance and effective communication from early years through to high school. Since the Integrated and International Programmes include “self-confidence” and “leadership” development via an outward-bound course, these elements contribute to social-emotional learning. The website does not give detailed structure (e.g., dedicated SEL lessons, names of staff or mapped progression) beyond these mentions.	Social & emotional learning The school does not publicly disclose information regarding its Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) programmes.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The school does not publicly disclose a detailed SEN policy or clearly defined categories of special educational needs supported. There is no accessible section on the website that lists staff dedicated to SEN, support tiers, or specialist facilities. Thus, it is not described as a specialist SEN institution.	Special educational needs (SEN) The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) support.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The school states that English language development is a key focus and offers a “Nexgen’s English Competency Programme (neo™)” in the Integrated Programme from Year 3 upwards. However, there is no publicly-published detailed EAL programme (for students whose first language is not English), such as small-group EAL classes, exit criteria, or specialist staff. Therefore, specific EAL provision cannot be verified beyond the stated focus on English competency.	English as an additional language The school does not publicly disclose information regarding English as an Additional Language (EAL) support. While English is part of the Cambridge curriculum offered at VAS, the school does not specify whether tailored EAL programmes, specialist teachers, or targeted language-support pathways are provided for students who require additional assistance.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing No dedicated public page on the school website outlines mental-health programmes, counsellors or well-being initiatives by name. While character education (via the Virtues Programme) and leadership/outward-bound activities are featured, there is no clearly described mental-wellbeing support framework (e.g., counselling service, emotional-health workshops) available in the publicly accessible materials.	Mental wellbeing The school does not publicly disclose information regarding mental wellbeing programmes or services.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Singapore International School @ Saigon South prioritises the welfare and safety of all students in line with the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. The campus incorporates safety measures such as CCTV and high-visibility classrooms. A school nurse, Guidance Counsellors, and designated Student Protection Officers are available for student support. Concerns about harm or neglect are reported to these contacts and referred to the Principal for follow-up. Students receive lessons on personal safety and protective behaviours through the Virtues Programme. All staff complete annual child protection training, and recruitment includes police background checks and reference verification.	Safeguarding The school does not publicly disclose information regarding safeguarding or child protection policies.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The school is a purpose-built international facility designed to provide an ideal learning environment for 21st-century students. It has specialized rooms for the arts and music, fully equipped science labs, computer rooms, and technology throughout the campus. The campus features multiple outdoor sports facilities and a covered swimming pool. The layout supports integrated learning across academic and co-curricular areas. The facilities reflect a commitment to providing a broad range of learning spaces for diverse activities.	Facilities overview Sunrise Campus District 7 is a large, purpose-built campus offering education from Kindergarten through High School. It supports classroom teaching, physical education, and soft skills training. The campus has nearly 60 classrooms and 12 functional rooms designed to foster interactive learning. All classrooms include smart boards and multimedia devices. The campus features a large hall for seminars, clubs, performances, and aptitude contests, and a modern sports area with a swimming pool, a synthetic turf field, and an athletics track, plus an outdoor preschool playground with green space.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Outdoor sports facilities are available on the campus. A covered swimming pool is on site for aquatic activities. The Basketball Yard provides space for team sports and physical education. The campus supports outdoor physical education and sport programs through these facilities. The facilities complement indoor spaces for fitness and recreational activities.	Sports facilities The Sunrise Mega Campus includes a modern sports area of high standards and safety with a swimming pool, a synthetic turf field, and an athletics track. The outdoor preschool playground is equipped with facilities for physical activities and a surrounding green area. The large hall supports seminars and student clubs, performances, and aptitude contests. These facilities support the school's emphasis on physical education and extracurricular activities.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The school has specialized rooms for the arts and music. It has fully equipped science laboratories. Computer rooms are available and technology is integrated throughout the campus. A dedicated STEM Room supports STEM-related learning, and there are multiple laboratories for experiments. Classrooms are distributed across the site to support varied teaching and learning activities.	Academic facilities Sunrise Campus has nearly 60 classrooms and 12 functional rooms, including ICT labs, Music, Painting, Science, Aerobic, and Library. All classrooms are equipped with smart boards and multimedia devices such as projectors and LCDs. The Cambridge Academic Programme International is taught, with most subjects delivered in English and a minority in Vietnamese. The Sunrise Campus offers education from Kindergarten through High School within the Cambridge framework.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities The campus includes spaces that support extracurricular activities, including two music rooms and a STEM Room. There are laboratories for practical work and a playground and Basketball Yard for outdoor activities. The facilities enable a broad range of after-school programs in arts, science, and sports.	Extra curricular facilities Sunrise Campus offers seminars, student clubs, performances, and aptitude contests. The campus supports extracurricular activities through a range of club and performance opportunities within a large communal space.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History SIS @ SS was founded in 2007 and is part of the KinderWorld Education Group. It operates under the group’s network of international schools in Vietnam, providing students with access to global curriculum pathways and upholding Eastern values. Over time the school has expanded its programmes to include both an Integrated Programme for Vietnamese students and an International Programme for students seeking Cambridge qualification routes.	History Vietnam Australia International School was established in 2004 by Khôi Nguyên Education Group, a private education provider in Ho Chi Minh City. The Sunrise Campus was founded in 2014 as part of the school’s expansion to serve families in District 7 and surrounding areas. The campus operates within Vietnam’s private education framework and is managed under the same ownership as the wider VAS system. Since its opening, Sunrise Campus has functioned as a day school offering an integrated international and Vietnamese education pathway. It is one of several campuses developed by the group to meet growing demand for bilingual and international programmes in the city.
Community	Community The school community actively engages in annual cultural and celebratory events including the Mid-Autumn Festival, Christmas Charity Fair, International Friendship Day and school concerts. These events bring together students, staff and parents in shared activities, reinforcing a sense of belonging and cultural awareness.	Community The Sunrise Campus community takes part in a range of school-wide events held throughout the academic year. These include opening ceremonies at the start of the school year, which bring together students, families, and staff, as well as campus open house events that allow parents to visit the school and learn more about its programmes. Students also participate in arts and performance activities, such as talent showcases organised within the VAS system, where they present music, drama, or other creative work. In addition, the school recognises student participation in academic competitions and achievement celebrations, which are shared with families as part of the school’s community life.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association SIS @ SS’s PTA involves parents, teachers and staff collaborating on community initiatives and social gatherings. Activities include a Coffee & Sports Club, Art Wonder Club (where parents meet for creative sessions), Spanish Language Club, and Pilates Club for parent wellbeing. The PTA organizes events such as open house activities and volunteer-led committees to support new families and build parent networks.	Parent teacher association The official Vietnam Australia International School website does not disclose specific information regarding a Parent Teacher Association (PTA).
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The school offers two study pathways: International Programme and Integrated Programme. The International Programme is conducted in English and led by qualified local teachers. The Integrated Programme is conducted in English and led by qualified local teachers.	Academic & intellectual —
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies —
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional The Sunrise Campus is led by a Director, Academic Division (MOET & Cambridge) and a School Principal, a Deputy Principal, and an Acting Academic Deputy Manager for the Secondary MOET program.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing —	Lifestyle & wellbeing —
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision The school uses English as the primary instructional language with strong English language skills development, supported by Nexgen's English Competency Programme (neo™). Vietnamese language is taught as part of the MOET curriculum in the Integrated Programme, and Vietnamese language study is offered where appropriate in the International Programme. Chinese language is offered as part of the International Programme. The school's education pathways run from pre-school to senior high, including Cambridge IGCSE and AS/A Levels.	Language provision Most subjects are taught in English, with a minority in Vietnamese. Cambridge Academic Programme International (CAPI) is offered, alongside Cambridge Academic Programme (CAP). Cambridge English Programme (CEP) is available to support English language learning.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching Pre-School Integrated Programme classes are led by Vietnamese teachers and conducted in English. From Primary, the Integrated Programme blends the MOET Vietnamese curriculum with international components, with English as the main language of instruction and Vietnamese language studied as appropriate. The International Programme offers Chinese and Vietnamese languages.	Bilingual teaching The Sunrise Campus offers bilingual learning in English and Vietnamese. Most subjects are taught in English, with some taught in Vietnamese.
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Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards The school does not publicly state awards won in the past.
Accreditations	Accreditations * Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC): SIS @ Saigon South is accredited by WASC, a U.S. regional accrediting agency that ensures schools meet international standards of educational quality and institutional effectiveness. * Singapore Examinations and Assessment Board (SEAB): The school’s curriculum and assessment practices are aligned with SEAB, which oversees the national examinations system in Singapore. * Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE): SIS @ Saigon South is an approved Cambridge International Centre, offering students IGCSE and AS/A Level qualifications recognised by universities worldwide. * Nexgen’s English Competency Programme (neo™): The school implements this English-language development framework to support students’ English proficiency across grade levels. * Outward Bound Vietnam: The school partners with Outward Bound Vietnam to provide structured outdoor education and leadership experiences for students. * Affiliated Institutions: Partnerships include Hwa Chong Institution (Singapore), Elmhurst University (USA), and Edinburgh Napier University (Scotland), expanding pathways for further education and exchange opportunities.	Accreditations Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) Vietnam Australia International School (VAS) states that it is “the first school in Vietnam recognized as a partner of Cambridge Assessment International Education” and delivers the Cambridge International Programme across its system, including Ba Thang Hai Campus. This partnership means VAS is authorised to offer Cambridge pathways and examinations such as Primary Checkpoint, Lower Secondary Checkpoint, IGCSE and AS & A Level, with students receiving internationally recognised Cambridge qualifications issued by CAIE.
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Complete the Application Form Parents begin by submitting the school’s official online application form and providing supporting documentation such as birth certificate, previous academic transcripts, health records and photographs. The application fee is required before the screening process can be scheduled. 2. Screening, Assessment & Placement Applicants to the International Programme undergo assessments in English and mathematics; for those applying to the Integrated Programme, placement tests and age-based screening determine the most suitable year group. Class size limits and year-group availability are taken into account during this step. 3. Decision & Offer Letter Once screening is complete and contingent on space being available, the school issues a formal offer. If the relevant year group is full, the applicant may be placed on a waitlist until a vacancy opens. 4. Enrollment and Payment Upon being offered a place, parents accept the offer, sign the required documents, and pay the required deposit or tuition fee according to the school’s billing schedule before the student begins. 5. Orientation & Final Placement New students are placed in the appropriate class and participate in any orientation activities; older students may have placement interviews to ensure the correct curriculum track is selected.	Admissions 1. Begin by completing the registration form for your child, which starts their admissions journey from Kindergarten through High School. During this step, you provide basic family and student information so the school can begin processing your inquiry and contact you with next steps. Registration is the official first step that opens access to assessment scheduling and pathway guidance. 2. Once registration is submitted, students are scheduled for placement testing appropriate to their age level. For Kindergarten, this involves a psychological and physical survey, while Primary and Secondary applicants sit tests in English, Vietnamese and Mathematics. Following assessment, the school and family discuss the most suitable learning pathway. 3. After tests and pathway decisions, families complete the formal admissions application, providing required documentation and education history. This includes submitting identification, academic records and any other forms requested by the admissions office. At this stage, families also handle payment of fees such as registration and any deposits. Upon acceptance, the school confirms enrolment and provides information about start dates and next administrative steps.
Scholarships	Scholarships The publicly available information for SIS @ SS does not clearly list a specific scholarship programme open to all applicants.	Scholarships Vietnam Australia International School offers scholarship programmes that recognize academic performance and other student achievements as part of its commitment to supporting student access. There are three main scholarship types available: * Academic Scholarship Programme: This award is given to students who demonstrate strong academic results in the VAS Entrance and Scholarship Exam. It is open to students entering Grades 1 through 12. * Sport Scholarship Programme: This is available for students who achieve results in recognised sports competitions outside of school. Applicants are assessed based on sporting achievement certificates. * Arts Scholarship Programme: This supports students who demonstrate excellence in arts activities, with eligibility based on arts competition results.
Waitlist	Waitlist SIS @ SS operates a waitlist system when a given year group is fully subscribed. Qualified applicants are placed on the waitlist and will be offered a place in the order of availability once a vacancy arises.	Waitlist The school does not publicly disclose information on any existing waitlist system.
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