American Curriculum International Schools in Hanoi, Vietnam
Compare 8 American Curriculum international schools in Hanoi, Vietnam. Filter by curriculum, fees (average VND 375,076,000), location, and more to find the right international school now.
American-curriculum international schools in Hanoi typically follow a US K - 12 structure leading to a US high-school diploma and often offer Advanced Placement (AP) options for senior years, so they are organised around credit-bearing, college-preparatory courses rather than the IB continuum or A-levels. English is the primary language of instruction at these schools, although several operate bilingual programmes and almost all expect Vietnamese students to study Vietnamese language and culture; many schools also run formal English-as-an-Additional-Language (EAL/ELD) support. Published annual tuition across American-style options in Hanoi varies widely by school and year group - examples on public fee schedules run from the low VND hundreds of millions to more than VND 1,000 million for upper secondary - and families should budget separately for application and enrolment charges, transport, meals and other extras. The Hanoi school year generally runs from mid-August to mid-June; popular year groups fill early and most schools recommend applying several months before an August start, although many maintain rolling admissions and entry assessments for mid-year transfers.
What does “American curriculum” mean in Hanoi schools?
In Hanoi the label usually means a US-style K - 12 programme leading to a US high-school diploma, with subject choices organised as credits and opportunities to take Advanced Placement (AP) courses in the senior years. These schools emphasise broad, classroom-based assessment and university counselling for applications to US and other international universities, rather than the IB Diploma’s specific two-year structure.
How much should we expect to pay each year?
Published tuition for American-curriculum options in Hanoi covers a wide range: some bilingual or lower-fee schools publish annual tuition in the low VND hundreds of millions, while full K - 12 international campuses can publish fees above VND 1,000 million for Years 11 - 12. In addition to headline tuition families commonly pay one-off application/enrolment deposits, bus and lunch charges, exam or activity fees, and should allow for costs such as uniforms and school trips.
When should we apply and how competitive is entry?
Hanoi schools follow a northern-hemisphere calendar (mid-August to mid-June) so the main intake is for the August start; schools typically open applications for the following year months in advance and advise early submission for popular grades. Many schools operate rolling admissions and will accept mid-year transfers subject to space and assessment, but established schools and certain year groups can have waitlists, so applying well before your planned move reduces risk.
Will my non-English speaking child be supported?
Most American-curriculum schools in Hanoi publish EAL/ELD programmes to help non-native English speakers access lessons, and many have dedicated learning-support staff, though the level of support and the number of places available vary by school. Parents should request a school’s published EAL and SEN/learning-support policies during the application process and confirm assessment procedures, quotas and any additional fees.
What practical factors should we compare between schools?
Compare the qualification offered (US diploma plus AP options versus IB or British pathways), published accreditation and inspection reports, EAL and special-needs provision, university-counselling resources, and the full fee schedule that lists extras such as transport, meals and deposits. Also consider location and daily commute, calendar alignment with your home system, and co-curricular opportunities; these practical details often matter more for family life than headline curriculum labels.
