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Oscar International School - Ban Nongheo

Laos, Vientiane

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Lao
Fees LAK 27,000,000 - 43,000,000
Ages 1 - 17 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 2012
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), IPC (International Primary Curriculum), IMYC (International Middle Years Curriculum), Australian Curriculum, British Curriculum
Taught languages English, Lao
Strengths Languages, Visual and Creative Arts, Sport
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Kindergarten, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

Oscar International School Ban Nongheo is a bilingual day school in Nongheo Village, Hatxayfong Road, Vientiane, Lao PDR, serving learners from 1 to 17 years old. The school delivers a blended curriculum: IEYC, IPC, and IMYC for the early and middle years, alongside the Australian and British curricula. The English primary programme follows standards modelled on Australian, US and UK systems, while Lao primary uses the Lao Ministry of Education curriculum for Years 1–5, with Lao teachers delivering MOE content. Nongheo Campus emphasises English within the International Programme, and Lao teachers deliver the Lao National Curriculum. Since opening in 2012 as Oscar Bilingual School, the campus serves Nursery Year 12, with a focus on bilingual education and strong language development. Facilities include a well-stocked library and technology-enabled learning, Art and Dance rooms, a school nurse, and a bus service. Co-curriculars cover sports and arts, complemented by excursions and theme-based learning.

Nongheo Village, Hatxayfong (Thadeua) Road, Vientiane, Lao PDR

The Essentials

Oscar International School - Ban Nongheo has instruction in English, Lao.

Location
Ban Nongheo, Hadxayfong District, Vientiane, Lao PDR

Stages
Kindergarten (ages 1.6 - 6); Primary (ages 6 - 12); Secondary (Preparatory level for career advancement)

Country affiliation
Lao PDR (Laos)
Fees

Annual tuition at Oscar International School - Ban Nongheo ranges from LAK 27,000,000 to LAK 43,000,000 for 2026/27.

Registration and introduction fees
- Registration fee (new students, non‑refundable): LAK 5,500,000.
- Introduction / trial fee (3 days, deducted from tuition if the student enrolls): LAK 1,500,000.

Tuition fees by year group (amounts shown for whole year, per term, and per month; early‑payment rates also listed)
- Nursery / Kindergarten 1–2:
- Whole year: LAK 27,000,000.
- Per term: LAK 14,850,000.
- Per month: LAK 3,600,000.
- Early‑payment rates shown: LAK 24,300,000 (pay before 31/05) and LAK 25,650,000 (pay before 15/08).

- Kindergarten 3:
- Whole year: LAK 30,000,000.
- Per term: LAK 16,500,000.
- Per month: LAK 4,000,000.
- Early‑payment rates shown: LAK 27,000,000 (pay before 31/05) and LAK 28,500,000 (pay before 15/08).

- Year 1–5:
- Whole year: LAK 33,000,000.
- Per term: LAK 18,150,000.
- Per month: LAK 4,400,000.
- Early‑payment rates shown: LAK 29,700,000 (pay before 31/05) and LAK 31,350,000 (pay before 15/08).

- Year 6–9:
- Whole year: LAK 38,000,000.
- Per term: LAK 20,900,000.
- Per month: LAK 5,100,000.
- Early‑payment rates shown: LAK 34,200,000 (pay before 31/05) and LAK 36,100,000 (pay before 15/08).

- Year 10–12:
- Whole year: LAK 43,000,000.
- Per term: LAK 23,650,000.
- Per month: LAK 5,750,000.
- Early‑payment rates shown: LAK 38,700,000 (pay before 31/05) and LAK 40,850,000 (pay before 15/08).

Billing schedule and payment terms
- The fee schedule includes both whole‑year, per‑term and per‑month payment options and shows discounted early‑payment rates for payments made by the specified early dates. Due‑date examples listed in the schedule indicate term 1 and term 2 deadlines and deposit requirements for monthly payers (examples shown in the schedule).
- Specific rules shown in the schedule include: term‑payment deadlines, requirement for two months' deposit for certain monthly payers, and a 20% surcharge for new students placed in the FEP (English foundation) class.

Boarding fees
- No boarding fees or boarding provision are shown in the available fee schedule. The school lists bus/transport services (see below) but does not list boarding charges in the fee document.

Transport / bus fees
- One‑way bus service: LAK 800,000 per month.
- Full bus service (return): LAK 1,000,000 per month.

Other costs / additional fees
- Sibling discounts shown in the schedule: second child 10% discount on tuition; third child 15% discount (siblings must appear in the family registration book before discounts are applied).
- The schedule lists the introduction fee (trial) and registration fee shown above; it does not itemize uniform charges or exact annual book/supplies charges in the downloadable fee sheet image.

Refund information
- The registration fee is stated as non‑refundable.
- The schedule states that the introduction (trial) fee is deducted from tuition if the student stays. No further refund policy details are listed in the available fee document.

Fee payment options (methods)
- The available fee schedule does not list specific payment methods (for example: bank transfer, credit card, cash) in the downloadable fee document.

Notes on document availability and currency of figures
- The only school fee schedule located in the school's downloadable materials was the fee sheet reproduced above. No fee schedule for the 2025/26 or 2026/27 academic year could be located in the school's public downloads at the time of this check; the available downloadable sheet contains the detailed line items reproduced here.
Academics

Oscar International School - Ban Nongheo teaches IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), IPC (International Primary Curriculum), IMYC (International Middle Years Curriculum), Australian Curriculum, British Curriculum for students aged 1 to 17.

Curriculum
The English primary programme follows an international curriculum modelled on Australian, US and UK standards. The Lao primary programme follows the Lao Ministry of Education curriculum for Year 1–5, with the end-of-Year-5 MOE exam overseen to qualify for Lao secondary. Nongheo Campus emphasises English within the International Program, while Lao teachers deliver the Lao National School Curriculum.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
A message from the Nongheo campus principal describes building trusting and long-lasting relationships between students and teachers, with a friendly atmosphere. Students interact with teachers across departments and feel welcome and comfortable wherever they are. The International Program places a high emphasis on English ability, underpinning all subjects. Lao teachers deliver intensive lessons in the Lao National School Curriculum to complement the international program. This combined approach educates students holistically in an international and varied manner.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English ability is emphasized by International Teachers. This emphasis underlies all subjects taught in the International Program. Lao teachers deliver intensive lessons in the Lao National School Curriculum to complement the international program.
Parent Experience

History
Oscar Bilingual School opened on June 18, 2012 with its first summer school programme. The first term began on September 3, 2012. The school building now comprises three levels for Nursery through Year 6, and a new campus is being developed to serve Nursery through Year 12. The Nongheo Campus is located in Vientiane, Lao PDR. International teachers emphasize English in the international programme, while Lao teachers deliver the Lao National Curriculum, creating a holistic bilingual education.

Community
The school hosts events such as Christmas Party, Bake Off and School Party. Our News & Activities include regular items like a Wednesday Morning Quiz with Teacher Gavin, Year 6 monthly assessments, and Year 4 Jupiter and Library class with Teacher Scott.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school emphasizes English ability through its International Program, and Lao teachers teach intensive lessons in the Lao National School Curriculum.

Academic Facilities
International teachers focus on English ability across subjects; Lao teachers deliver intensive lessons in the Lao National School Curriculum.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school uses a bilingual syllabus combining Australian and UK models with the Lao Ministry of Education curriculum. International and Lao teachers deliver instruction with a strong emphasis on English ability. The library is well stocked and learning is supported by technology with wireless Internet throughout the school. English and Lao language, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, ICT, Dance, Art and Physical Education are taught by International and Lao teachers through theme-based activities.

Arts & Creative
Art and Dance rooms are available on campus. Co-curricular activities include sports and arts, with excursions to broaden learning experiences. Dance and Art are taught by International and Lao teachers as part of the curriculum.

Cultural & Language
The school uses a bilingual curriculum based on Australian and UK models joined with Lao MOE. English and Lao are languages of instruction, taught by International and Lao teachers. The international program emphasizes English proficiency across subjects.

Social & Hobbies
Co-curricular activities integrate sports and arts. Students participate in excursions that broaden their learning experiences. Learning is not restricted to the classroom.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Health and fitness are prioritized with nutritious food and activities that promote a healthy and active lifestyle. A school nurse and clinic are available on campus. A bus service provides return journeys for students. Art and Dance rooms support a balanced daily life on campus.
Languages

Language Provision
The school teaches English and Lao. English is the language of the international program, with English ability emphasized across subjects. Lao is taught through the Lao National School Curriculum by Lao teachers. This dual-language approach provides language support across the curriculum.

Bilingual Teaching
The school has an international program taught in English. English ability is emphasized across all subjects in the International Program. Lao teachers deliver intensive lessons using the Lao National School Curriculum. This combination provides bilingual education across the curriculum.
Admissions

Admissions
1. The first term of the academic year begins in the first week of September and finishes late December. The second term starts early January and finishes at the end of May. Parents are encouraged to enroll early during the summer months. 2. A free placement test is conducted for every student. A trial option is available for prospective students. English and Lao language, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, ICT, Dance, Art and Physical Education are taught by International and Lao teachers through theme-based activities. 3. The summer school programme runs for eight weeks from June through to the middle of August. The programme includes projects and excursions, and students from other schools are welcome to enroll. Fee structure for the academic year and summer school programme is downloadable in English and Lao. The downloads are available as Price Guide and Summer School Information, provided in both languages.
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