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International Curriculum International Schools in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Compare 6 International Curriculum international schools in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Filter by curriculum, fees (average VND 410,967,500), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
6
Curricula
41
Average annual fee
VND 410,967,500
Fee range
VND 167,500,000 – 724,100,000
More school facts
Most common curriculum
IPC (International Primary Curriculum) (5 schools)
Average school size
1,700 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Pathway School - Phuoc Binh Junior and Senior High School
Oldest
British International School HCMC - Junior Campus (2002)
About international schools in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Ho Chi Minh City’s international-curriculum schools are a large and diverse sector offering British, International Baccalaureate (IB), American and Australian curricula alongside a number of bilingual Vietnamese - English programmes, so families can choose between exam-led pathways (IGCSE/A-levels), IB continuum options, or US-style diplomas. English is the primary language of instruction at most international-curriculum schools, with Vietnamese taught as a language and many schools providing English-as-an-additional-language (EAL) support for newcomers. Annual tuition varies widely by age and curriculum - roughly from the lower thousands of US dollars at smaller bilingual primaries up to around US$30,000 - 38,000 a year in senior years at higher-fee IB/British campuses - and first-year costs are commonly 20 - 30% higher once enrolment, capital levies and extras are added. Applications typically open in the months before the new school year (many schools run application windows from late summer into the autumn and send offers through the winter), so relocating families should allow several months for paperwork, visa formalities and settling-in support.

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Students practice teamwork with kickboards during a swimming lesson.
British International School HCMC - Junior Campus logo

British International School HCMC - Junior Campus

IPC (International Primary Curriculum), British Curriculum · Ages 5 to 11

₫648,100,000 - 724,100,000
Ages 5 to 11 years
IPC (International Primary Curriculum), British Curriculum
Instructs in English
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Playgroup students exploring textures during sand play activity.
Anne Hill International School - Preschool Campus logo

Anne Hill International School - Preschool Campus

IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum) · Ages 1.5 to 5

₫167,500,000 - 241,000,000
Ages 1½ to 5 years
IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum)
Instructs in English
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Pathway School - Phuoc Binh Junior and Senior High School logo

Pathway School - Phuoc Binh Junior and Senior High School

IB (PYP), IB (MYP)

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IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme), IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), IPC (International Primary Curriculum), IMYC (International Middle Years Curriculum), Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum, Australian Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum, British Curriculum, BTEC Qualification, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, Canadian Curriculum, Catholic Curriculum, Chinese National Curriculum, Christian Curriculum, Dutch Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Finnish Curriculum, French Curriculum, German Curriculum, Indian Curriculum, Islamic Curriculum, Japanese Curriculum, Korean Curriculum, Malaysian Curriculum, Montessori Curriculum, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, Reggio Emilia Approach, SEN focussed, Singapore Curriculum, Swiss Curriculum, Thai Curriculum, Vietnamese Curriculum, Waldorf Steiner Curriculum
Instructs in English and Vietnamese
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Children and a teacher pose in costumes at the school’s Halloween event.
British Vietnamese International School Ho Chi Minh City logo

British Vietnamese International School Ho Chi Minh City

IPC (International Primary Curriculum), British Curriculum · Ages 2 to 18

₫250,400,000 - 668,600,000
Ages 2 to 18 years
IPC (International Primary Curriculum), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Instructs in English and Vietnamese
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Sedbergh Vietnam — international school in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Sedbergh Vietnam logo

Sedbergh Vietnam

Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge IGCSE · Ages 5 to 18

₫230,675,000 - 556,500,000
Ages 5 to 18 years
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
Instructs in English and Vietnamese
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Students enjoying a water-play activity during summer camp.
Anne Hill International School - Primary School Campus logo

Anne Hill International School - Primary School Campus

IPC (International Primary Curriculum), Cambridge (Primary) · Ages 5 to 11

₫282,000,000 - 340,800,000
Ages 5 to 11 years
IPC (International Primary Curriculum), Cambridge (Primary)
Instructs in English
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FAQs for Vietnam

What international curricula will my child typically find in Ho Chi Minh City and how do they differ?
The common options are the International Baccalaureate (PYP/MYP/DP), British curricula leading to IGCSEs and A-levels, American-style programmes, and some Australian state curricula; each follows a different assessment and progression model - IB emphasises inquiry and an international diploma, British schools use staged national programmes and external exams, and American systems focus on credit-based transcripts. Schools vary in whether they offer a single continuum (for example IB from early years to Diploma) or a mix of curricula across age ranges, so check programme continuity for the ages you need.
How much should we expect to pay each year for an international-curriculum place?
Tuition spans a wide spectrum: smaller bilingual and local international schools can be at the lower end (several thousand US dollars a year) while senior years at premium IB or British campuses typically reach into the tens of thousands (commonly USD 30,000 - 38,000 in recent fee schedules). Many schools also charge non-tuition items - application/registration fees, capital levies, exam and activity costs - which can make the true first-year outlay 20 - 30% higher than the headline tuition.
When should we apply and how long is the admissions process?
Application windows for international schools in Ho Chi Minh City usually open in the months leading up to the new school year, with many schools receiving applications from late summer and issuing offers from autumn through winter; some schools also accept mid-year intakes where space is available. Expect at least several weeks to a few months for assessments, paperwork and deposit/contract processes, and allow extra time for visa and relocation formalities.
Will my child be supported if they are not fluent in English on arrival?
Yes - most international-curriculum schools run English-as-an-additional-language (EAL) or English support programmes to help non-native speakers integrate into mainstream classes, and many also offer sheltered or small-group instruction in early stages. If your child needs stronger language support, ask schools for their EAL model, class sizes, assessment approach and examples of recent intake support so you can compare how intensive and individualised the help will be.
What extra costs and practical factors should relocating families plan for beyond tuition?
Beyond tuition, budget for application and enrolment fees, a refundable deposit in some schools, capital or building levies, exam fees (IGCSE/IB/A-level), uniforms, meals, learning materials, and transport; total additional charges often add 20 - 30% to the headline fee in the first year. Practically, check the school’s calendar, holiday pattern and transport catchment, ask about pastoral and newcomer programmes, and confirm visa documentation requirements early to avoid delays.