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British Curriculum International Schools in Hanoi, Vietnam

Compare 16 British Curriculum international schools in Hanoi, Vietnam. Filter by curriculum, fees (average VND 396,850,532), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
16
Curricula
16
Average annual fee
VND 396,850,532
Fee range
VND 110,165,000 – 810,000,000
More school facts
Most common curriculum
Cambridge IGCSE (13 schools)
Average school size
699 pupils
Largest by enrolment
British Vietnamese International School Hanoi
Oldest
Singapore International School Van Phuc (2004)
With boarding
2
About international schools in Hanoi, Vietnam

British-curriculum international schools in Hanoi deliver a version of the English National Curriculum adapted for an international setting, with many schools offering Cambridge IGCSEs and A-level pathways and some combining British programmes with bilingual Vietnamese strands. Instruction is predominantly in English, while Vietnamese language and literature are commonly taught (and often required for Vietnamese nationals), with other modern languages such as Mandarin or French offered at many schools. Annual tuition varies widely across the city: parents can expect lower early-years fees and progressively higher charges through primary and secondary, with typical annual ranges running roughly from a few hundred million VND in early years to several hundred million VND for secondary and diploma years. New intakes follow an academic year that usually starts in August/September, with additional January places at some schools, so families should begin enquiries and applications many months before a planned move to allow for assessments and waiting lists.

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FAQs for Vietnam

How does a British curriculum school in Hanoi differ from the Vietnamese national system?
British curriculum schools use the English National Curriculum structure (key stages, subject-based progression) and commonly lead to Cambridge IGCSEs at 14 - 16 and A-levels or equivalent at 16 - 18, while the Vietnamese national system follows local syllabuses and national examinations. Some international schools offer a bilingual model that teaches core subjects in English while keeping Vietnamese language, literature and history as part of the programme so students can maintain both pathways.
What ages and qualifications are covered by British international schools in Hanoi?
Most British international schools cover the full school range from early years through Year 13 (pre-school to upper secondary), with IGCSEs taken around age 16 and A-levels or other post-16 qualifications afterwards. A number of schools also offer the International Baccalaureate or other diploma options for the final two years, so check each school’s senior curriculum if you have a specific university destination in mind.
What language support and Vietnamese instruction should I expect?
English is the primary language of instruction at British international schools, but most schools provide Vietnamese language classes and some run bilingual English - Vietnamese programmes that balance both languages across the curriculum. Additional language learning (for example Mandarin or French) and mother-tongue support are commonly available, and schools will often group pupils by language ability for targeted support.
How much do these schools cost and are there extra charges beyond tuition?
Tuition varies by school and year group but a practical planning range is roughly 250 - 450 million VND for early years, about 400 - 700 million VND for primary and around 550 - 950 million VND for secondary and diploma years, with some variance above and below those bands at particular schools. Families should also budget for application and registration fees, refundable deposits, optional capital or development fees at some schools, uniforms, school transport and extra-curricular activities, all of which add to the total cost of attendance.
When should we apply and what does admissions usually involve?
Admissions typically open many months before the school year, with the main intake in August/September and a secondary intake in January at some schools; popular year groups may operate waitlists, so start enquiries and submit applications as early as possible. Admission processes usually include submission of previous school records, an application fee, age-appropriate assessments or interviews and, for non-Vietnamese residents, proof of visa or residency status where required by the school.