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Yangon American International School

Myanmar, Yangon

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees MMK 19,314,322 - 32,750,373
Ages 2 - 14 years
Pupil numbers 80
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), American Curriculum
Typical class size 20
Introduction

Yangon American International School is an international day school in Yangon, Myanmar, operating campuses in Hlaing (Yangon‑Insein Road) and Bahan. The school publishes a concept‑based programme that is mapped to both the International Baccalaureate framework and American standards: it is an authorised IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and reports MYP candidacy while planning for the IB Diploma Programme (DP), and aligns learning to American frameworks such as the Common Core, NGSS and AERO. Stages published on the site include an Early Years Village (Nursery, Toddler, Pre‑kindergarten) for ages 2–4, the PYP for ages 3–12, and the MYP for ages 11–16 (grades 6–10); directory records on file list ages 2 to 14. The school says it promotes multilingualism, teaching and using English and Myanmar with opportunities to add other languages such as French. Published resources mention learning spaces including an Early Years Village and broader learning resources, a social‑emotional learning programme using CASEL, and use of MAP external assessments to individualise learning plans.

The Essentials

Yangon American International School has 80 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.

Location
Located on Yangon-Insein Road in Hlaing Township, Yangon. The official address is No. 2A Yangon-Insein Road, Building 2, No. 9 Ward. The campus is described as conveniently located on Yangon-Insein Road with access to the main transport routes serving central Yangon and nearby housing areas.

Stages
The school offers an Early Years Village for young children, followed by the Primary Years Program (PYP). A Junior High program aligns with the IB Middle Years Program (MYP), of which Yangon American is a Candidate School. The PYP is designed for ages 3 to 12, and the school serves students roughly from age 2 to 18.

Type
The school is co-educational and operates as a day school. There is no boarding facility publicly listed for Yangon American.

Pupil Nationality Mix
Approximately 70% of students are Myanmar nationals and 30% are expatriates, representing about 15 nationalities.

Additional learning support
There is a counselor's office and dedicated learning spaces to promote well‑being and support student learning needs. Resources and spaces are described as enabling differentiated instruction and student independence.

Country affiliation
No formal country affiliation is listed. The program combines an American-aligned curriculum with IB program options, indicating an international rather than a country‑specific affiliation.

Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation is not publicly listed by the school.

School day structure
The academic calendar includes events such as Open House and the first day of school. The 2024–2025 calendar shows that Wednesdays are early release days. Typical start times vary by program, with Early Years around 9:00 a.m. and Primary around 8:00 a.m., ending around 2:30 p.m. (Early Years) or 3:00 p.m. (Primary).

Bus service
An optional bus service is available. Routes are planned by a bus coordinator and operated by a third‑party provider with qualified drivers and bus monitors.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniforms vary by grade. Nursery (age 2) wears a navy-blue cotton tee with a logo and navy-blue bottoms with a white stripe. Toddler through Pre-Kindergarten (ages 3-5) wear a grey polo shirt with an embroidered logo and navy-blue bottoms; a separate PE uniform includes a navy-blue athletic tee with a red vertical stripe under the arms and a logo, and navy-blue athletic shorts with a red stripe. Kindergarten through Grade 8 (ages 6-14) wear a white polo shirt with an embroidered logo, a blue oxford short-sleeve shirt, and navy-blue bottoms; a separate PE uniform includes a navy-blue athletic tee with a red vertical stripe under the arms and a logo, and navy-blue athletic shorts with a red side stripe.

Food Options
Students may bring a packed snack and lunch or have a healthy snack and lunch catered from the Student Canteen. Meals are prepared in line with USDA dietary guidelines in allergen-free kitchens with a strict ‘No Nuts Policy' on campus, and Asian, Western and Vegetarian options are available. The annual price for meals is US$1,300 or US$650 per semester.

Governance and Ownership
Yangon American International School is part of Asia Strategic Holdings, a London-listed investment company that operates a portfolio of brands in education, including Yangon American International School. Asia Strategic's portfolio page confirms Yangon American International School as a portfolio brand. The school is led by a Head of School (Steven Winkelman) supported by a regional leadership team.
Fees

Annual tuition at Yangon American International School ranges from MMK 19,314,322 to MMK 32,750,373 for 2026/27.

Application and enrolment fees

- Application fee: USD 250, one-time, non-refundable (payable on submission of an application).
- Enrolment / Admission (one-time) fees: a one-time acceptance/enrolment charge is applied at entry and varies by entry year/grade (examples published include an enrolment-level figure shown in MMK for Early Years and an Admission fee level shown for elementary grades). Parents should expect a one-time acceptance/enrolment charge in addition to the application fee.

Tuition fees — annual and per-term (trimester)

The school publishes annual tuition amounts by year group. The school operates on a three-trimester academic reporting structure; the per-term (trimester) amounts below are the published annual fees divided into three equal payments (trimester billing is used for school reporting).

- Nursery (Half Day): Annual USD 7,100 — Per term (trimester) USD 2,367.
- Nursery (Full Day): Annual USD 9,200 — Per term (trimester) USD 3,067.
- Toddlers: Annual USD 11,100 — Per term (trimester) USD 3,700.
- Pre-Kindergarten: Annual USD 12,300 — Per term (trimester) USD 4,100.
- Kindergarten: Annual USD 13,500 — Per term (trimester) USD 4,500.
- Grade 1: Annual USD 13,500 — Per term (trimester) USD 4,500.
- Grade 2: Annual USD 13,500 — Per term (trimester) USD 4,500.
- Grade 3: Annual USD 13,500 — Per term (trimester) USD 4,500.
- Grade 4: Annual USD 13,500 — Per term (trimester) USD 4,500.
- Grade 5: Annual USD 13,500 — Per term (trimester) USD 4,500.
- Grade 6: Annual USD 15,800 — Per term (trimester) USD 5,267.
- Grade 7: Annual USD 15,800 — Per term (trimester) USD 5,267.
- Grade 8: Annual USD 15,800 — Per term (trimester) USD 5,267.
- Grade 9: Annual USD 16,200 — Per term (trimester) USD 5,400.
- Grade 10: Annual USD 16,200 — Per term (trimester) USD 5,400.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The school's academic and reporting structure uses three trimesters; parents receive official academic reports three times per year (trimester structure). Per-term amounts above are presented on that trimester basis. Parents should expect tuition and other recurring charges to be aligned with the school's term structure and invoicing cycle.
- Meal plan (student canteen) is offered either as an annual plan or by semester: the canteen price is USD 1,300 if paid annually or USD 650 if paid per semester. After‑school activities (ASAs) are charged per activity.
- The school operates an optional bus service; registration and rules for that service are set out by the school and refunds for bus-service removal due to behaviour are explicitly not granted. Bus service is optional and will incur an extra charge when selected; specific route and registration arrangements are managed through the school's transportation registration process.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not offered. Yangon American is a co-educational day school; there are no boarding/boarding-fee schedules.

Other costs and regularly charged extras

- Meal plan: USD 1,300 per year or USD 650 per semester (see Student Canteen).
- After‑school activities (ASAs): charged per activity; fees vary by activity and session.
- Transportation (school bus): optional and charged in addition to tuition; route, registration and fee details are provided by the school's transport registration process. Refunds are not granted for behaviour‑related removals from the bus service.
- Uniforms and school store purchases: uniforms vary by grade (uniform types for Nursery, Toddler/Pre‑K, Kindergarten–Grade 8 and PE uniform are specified); uniform items are available through the school store but individual item prices are not published in the school materials. Expect a one‑time uniform purchase on admission and periodic replacement purchases as children grow.
- Incidental and activity fees: field trips, specific specialist programs, and some ASA items are charged separately as required and are billed in addition to tuition. ASAs and some trips are charged per activity or per event.

Refund information

- There is no general tuition‑refund schedule published as part of the school's standard parent materials; refunds for specific services have explicit rules (for example, bus‑service refunds are not granted if a student is removed from the bus for behavioural reasons). Parents should confirm refund terms for any one‑time fees or optional services prior to payment.

Fee payment options and contact for payment instructions

- The school issues invoices and manages fee collection through its admissions/finance processes. Specific payment options and bank or payment‑gateway details are provided to families on invoices and through the school's finance office and admissions help desk; parents arrange payment via the method listed on their invoice. Contact for admissions and fee enquiries: admissions@yangonamerican.edu.mm or the school Help Desk phone number.

Note: this overview presents the school's published annual tuition amounts and related charges and shows per‑term (trimester) values calculated from the school's published annual tuition and its trimester reporting structure. Key published numerical items cited above are the school's tuition schedule and student‑services charges; one‑time application and enrolment charges and local currency presentations are published in the school's admissions materials and third‑party fee databases.
Academics

Yangon American International School teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), American Curriculum for students aged 2 to 14.

Curriculum
Yangon American International School is an IB World School with an authorized Primary Years Programme (PYP) and is pursuing authorization for the Middle Years Programme (MYP); a Diploma Programme (DP) is planned for the future. The curriculum is concept-based and transdisciplinary, built around IB frameworks and aligned with the American Common Core Standards. The PYP serves ages 3–12; the MYP serves ages 11–16 (grades 6–10), with the DP planned. In the MYP, eight subject groups are offered: Language Acquisition, Language and Literature, Individuals and Societies, Sciences, Mathematics, Arts, Physical and Health Education, and Design; assessment combines formative and summative methods, including self-reflection and personal projects. Instruction is in English, with Myanmar language learning supported, and the program emphasizes inquiry-based learning and social-emotional learning aligned with CASEL standards.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Yangon American International School places strong emphasis on social-emotional well-being as part of its IB-aligned program. The Social Emotional Learning (SEL) program is designed to help students develop skills to become more resilient, confident, and capable learners, and it incorporates CASEL framework alongside IB learner profile attributes. It covers self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making. Counseling services support SEL through a dedicated counselor's office that promotes social-emotional well-being and helps students navigate personal and social challenges. The SEL approach is integrated across the curriculum through the school's concept-based, inquiry-driven program.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is provided according to the school's standards for English Language Learners. The school aligns with WIDA standards for English Language Learners to guide ELL instruction. The Languages section notes that English is the language of instruction and highlights multilingual learning with opportunities to learn additional languages. Public materials indicate WIDA standards are used to support ELL throughout the program.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported through a dedicated counselor's office that promotes social-emotional well-being and helps students navigate personal and social challenges. The Learning Spaces page notes the importance of mental and emotional well-being as part of the campus environment. The Social Emotional Learning (SEL) program, aligned with CASEL and the IB learner profile, contributes to students' emotional resilience and well-being. Counselors provide ongoing support consistent with the SEL framework within the IB-based approach.

Safeguarding
Yangon American International School maintains a Child Protection Policy updated on January 8, 2024. All staff employed by the school must report suspected incidences of child abuse or neglect, with follow-up in accordance with policy provisions. The policy references the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child and outlines safeguarding responsibilities, including definitions of abuse and reporting procedures. It also covers safe recruitment practices for staff and volunteers. The policy underscores a commitment to protecting students' rights, safety, and well-being in a safeguarding framework.
Parent Experience

History
In August 2019, Asia Strategic Holdings welcomed the first classes at Yangon American International School on Yangon-Insein Road, marking the school's founding. The school operates under Asia Strategic Holdings, a London-listed investor with a diversified portfolio that includes education-related brands in Myanmar. Yangon American is positioned as Myanmar's IB school with an authorized Primary Years Program (PYP) and a Middle Years Program (MYP) candidate, aligning its curriculum with IB standards alongside American frameworks. The campus was established with a state-of-the-art facility and includes multiple campuses, such as a Main Campus and an Early Years Village. Asia Strategic Holdings' broader educational portfolio underpins Yangon American's ownership and strategic direction.

Community
The school community is multinational, with students from many countries, shaping an internationally minded environment. The curriculum emphasizes inquiry-based learning and social-emotional well-being as part of its IB-aligned approach. The campus supports a continuum of education with facilities that include a Main Campus and an Early Years Village, enabling cohesive learning from early years through middle grades. The IB learner profile—including attributes such as inquirers, knowledgeable, thinkers, communicators, and caring—guides student learning and community interactions.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Yangon American International School maintains a Parent Teacher Student Organization that welcomes and supports the whole family, fostering a strong, collaborative community. There is an open-door policy that encourages regular communication between parents, teachers, and the Head of School. The School Life section shows that families can engage with After School Activities, Festivals and Events, Field Trips and Excursions, Student Projects, and Student-Led Conferences, which the PTA can support through volunteer involvement and participation. Parents are valued as important contributors to school life and to partnerships that strengthen home–school connections. The PTA emphasizes collaboration among parents, teachers, and children and encourages involvement within the broader school community to support initiatives and events across the academic year.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The campus is located on Yangon-Insein Road and offers a range of services and learning spaces to support the growth and development of students. One learning space is the Early Years Village, designed to provide a safe and nurturing environment for a child's educational journey. There is a counselor's office to promote social-emotional well-being and help students navigate personal and social challenges. A technology-focused learning space provides students with tools to succeed in a digital world. An open-concept learning area supports cross-age interaction among multiple grade levels. Learning resources include Brainpop, NewsEla, Mystery Science, Pebblego, Raz-kids, and Epic! to differentiate instruction.

Sports Facilities
Physical education is part of the curriculum. The PE program includes football, dodgeball, basketball, and tail tag. After-school activities include athletics as part of the School Activities program. The school emphasizes physical activity through these offerings.

Academic Facilities
Yangon American International School offers Early Years Program, Primary Years Program, and Middle Years Program, with Middle Years candidacy for IB authorization. The IB programs map to the IB framework and to the American Common Core State Standards, providing a solid foundation for higher learning. The school is pursuing authorization as an IB World School for the Middle Years Program. Learning resources and spaces support independent learning and differentiation, including Brainpop, NewsEla, Mystery Science, Pebblego, Raz-kids, and Epic!. The campus includes Main Campus and Early Years Village as part of its learning environment.

Extra Curricular Facilities
After-school activities, festivals and events, field trips and excursions, student projects, and student-led conferences are part of School Life. The School Life page emphasizes after-school activities and events. Field trips and excursions are included in School Life. Student-led conferences are part of School Life. Student projects are part of School Life.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school is a concept-based International Baccalaureate (IB) school with authorized Primary Years Program (PYP) and Middle Years Program (MYP) candidacy; Diploma Program (DP) is planned. The curriculum maps to the IB framework and aligns with American standards, including the Common Core for Math and Language, the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) for science, and ISTE standards for technology and robotics. Social-emotional learning is integrated through CASEL-aligned programs and counseling, and physical education follows Shape America standards. MAP assessments measure progress and feed into each student's learning plan.

Arts & Creative
National Core Arts Standards cover Music and Art. A Music teacher and an Art teacher provide instruction. A technology-focused learning space supports creative learning.

Cultural & Language
The IB philosophy promotes intercultural understanding. Languages include Myanmar, English, French, and Mandarin. There are international students from many countries.

Social & Hobbies
School life includes after-school activities, festivals and events, field trips and excursions, student projects, and student-led conferences. The Parent Teacher Student Organization (PTO) fosters community with an open-door policy for parent–teacher–student communication.

Leadership & Professional
The leadership team includes a Head of School, Primary Vice-Principal and PYP Coordinator, and Secondary Vice-Principal and MYP Coordinator. There is a Parent Teacher Student Organization to involve families. A PE Teacher and Athletic Director leads athletics.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
PE follows Shape America Physical Education Standards. Social-emotional learning (SEL) is integrated through CASEL-aligned programs, with a counselor on campus to support well-being. An Athletic Director oversees physical education and athletics.
Languages

Language Provision
Yangon American International School promotes cultural competence and understanding through learning languages. The Myanmar language and English are part of language learning. There are opportunities to add other languages, such as French, to support multilingualism.
Admissions

Admissions
Applications are accepted year-round. The Admissions team assesses each child upon application for placement. Final grade allocation is dependent on the Admissions assessment. Yangon American accepts students from all over the world, with grade placement guided by an age-to-grade table and the Admissions assessment.
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