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Montessori Curriculum International Schools in Vietnam

Compare 17 Montessori Curriculum international schools in Vietnam. Filter by curriculum, fees (average VND 128,296,808), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
17
Curricula
41
Average annual fee
VND 128,296,808
Fee range
VND 6,600,000 – 556,500,000
More school facts
Most common curriculum
Montessori Curriculum (17 schools)
Average school size
2,988 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Pathway School - Phuoc Binh Junior and Senior High School
Oldest
Montessori International School of Vietnam - Binh An (2007)
About international schools in Vietnam

Montessori international schools in Vietnam are chiefly early-years and lower-primary providers that follow the Montessori method’s child-centred, mixed-age and hands-on approach rather than traditional teacher-led lessons. Many operate as English-medium or bilingual Vietnamese - English programmes and commonly offer additional language options such as Mandarin or French alongside Vietnamese. Fees vary widely: small independent Montessori preschools commonly charge in the low millions of VND per month, while larger international schools or full-day Montessori programmes list annual tuition running into the hundreds of millions of VND (or several thousand US dollars) depending on campus and services. The main intake in most international schools is around August/September, applications often open many months earlier, and mid-year entry can be possible for younger year groups, so relocating families should contact schools early and prepare passport, birth certificate, health/immunisation records and previous school reports before arrival.

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FAQs for Vietnam

What ages and stages do Montessori international schools in Vietnam usually cover?
Most Montessori international settings in Vietnam concentrate on early years (roughly 0 - 6 years) and often include lower primary classes; a smaller number extend Montessori methods into elementary (6 - 12 years). Some schools operate separate Vietnamese-language and international tracks, so the exact age range and how Montessori is applied can vary by campus.
How does Montessori differ from other international curricula such as IB or Cambridge?
Montessori education emphasises self-directed learning, mixed-age classrooms and learning through specially designed materials, while curricula like the IB Primary Years Programme or Cambridge follow teacher-led, syllabus-based frameworks with structured learning outcomes. Families who value independence, practical life skills and hands-on materials may prefer Montessori in the early years, whereas some schools combine Montessori early years with other international syllabuses later on.
What language(s) of instruction will my child hear?
English is commonly used as the main language in international Montessori settings, but many providers run bilingual Vietnamese - English programmes and offer extra languages such as Mandarin or French as part of the day or after-school activities. The balance between Vietnamese and English differs by school, so check each programme’s stated language policy and how much exposure your child will receive in each language.
How much should we budget for Montessori schooling in Vietnam?
Costs vary considerably: small independent Montessori preschools frequently charge in the low millions of VND per month, while larger international schools or full-day Montessori programmes commonly publish annual fees that reach into the hundreds of millions of VND (or several thousand US dollars) depending on location, class length and included services. Expect additional one-time charges such as enrolment deposits or resource fees, and ask schools whether fees are charged monthly, termly or annually and how they prorate mid-year starts.
When should we apply and what documents will the school ask for?
For the main August/September intake start your enquiries 6 - 12 months ahead, particularly for popular year groups; many schools will accept mid-year transfers but availability is more limited. Typical application files include child and parent passports, birth certificate, recent school reports (if any), immunisation/health records and any learning-support documentation or references the school requests.
What should we look for when visiting a Montessori school in Vietnam?
Observe whether classrooms are prepared for independent work, whether Montessori materials are accessible and meaningfully used, and whether teachers hold recognised Montessori qualifications and work as guides rather than traditional lecturers. Also check language support for non-Vietnamese speakers, staff-to-child ratios, safeguarding procedures and how the school communicates progress to parents, as these practical details affect daily life and long-term fit.