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European International School Ho Chi Minh City

Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees ₫274,700,000 - 817,900,000
Ages 2 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 570
Type Co-educational
Opened 2009
Bus Service Yes
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Taught languages English, French, German, Korean, Spanish, Vietnamese
Typical class size 7
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Social and Hobbies, Community and Service, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction

European International School (EIS) in Ho Chi Minh City offers the full IB continuum—PYP, MYP, and DP—for students aged 2–18 on a single, garden-style campus in Thao Dien. Instruction is in English, with additional languages including German, French, Spanish, Vietnamese, and Korean, and English support is available for non-native speakers. Families can use a professional school bus service serving nearby districts and the city centre. EIS currently enrolls 569 students and highlights small class teaching with a low student-to-teacher ratio. Beyond academics, learners join After-School Activities and ECAs across arts, sport, and interest areas; notable student leadership includes the Ecobrick Saigon sustainability project. Leadership is shared by Co-Heads of School Jo Roberts and Ben Armstrong.

www.eishcmc.com

730F-730G-730K Le Van Mien Street, An Khanh Ward, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

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The Essentials

European International School Ho Chi Minh City has 570 pupils, typical class sizes of 7, instruction in English.

Location
EIS is situated at 730 F-730 G-730 K Lê Văn Miến Street, An Khanh Ward, Thảo Điền, Thu Đức City (District 2) in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. It lies in a residential, expatriate-friendly neighbourhood with access by local roads and serves families living in the city’s eastern suburbs.

Stages
The school welcomes children aged 2 to 18 years. It is organised into early years (approx ages 2–5), primary (around ages 6–11), middle school (around ages 11–15) and high school (ages 16–18).

Type
EIS is a co-educational day school.

Additional learning support
The school indicates that it provides “mainstream with SEN support” for students with additional learning needs, meaning that while specialised separate units may not be emphasised, support is offered within the regular classes.

Country affiliation
The school is not formally affiliated with a particular national curriculum of one country; it is a private international school in Vietnam offering the IB curriculum.

Religious affiliation
The school has no religious affiliations.

School day structure
Specific start and end times for each day are not publicly detailed.

Bus service
The school offers a dedicated bus service for students, with routes covering nearby neighbourhoods and suburbs, providing supervised transport to and from the campus each day.
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at European International School Ho Chi Minh City ranges from VND 274,700,000 to VND 817,900,000 for 2026/27.

Application and Admission Fees

Application Fee: VND 3,500,000 per student (one-time, non-refundable, payable on application).
Acceptance Fee (Admission Fee):
• Early Years (Toddler – Kindergarten 1 & 2): VND 20,000,000 per student
• Preschool: VND 40,000,000 per student
• Grades 1–10: VND 40,000,000 per student
• Grades 11–12: VND 32,000,000 per student

Tuition Fees (2025–2026)

Toddler: 274,700,000 VND
Kindergarten 1: 303,300,000 VND
Kindergarten 2: 315,700,000 VND
Preschool (Year 1): 484,600,000 VND
Grade 1 (Year 2): 563,600,000 VND
Grade 2 (Year 3): 582,300,000 VND
Grade 3 (Year 4): 600,800,000 VND
Grade 4 (Year 5): 606,600,000 VND
Grade 5 (Year 6): 613,600,000 VND
Grade 6 (Year 7): 643,800,000 VND
Grade 7 (Year 8): 653,100,000 VND
Grade 8 (Year 9): 663,600,000 VND
Grade 9 (Year 10): 700,800,000 VND
Grade 10 (Year 11): 734,300,000 VND
Grade 11 (Year 12): 771,600,000 VND
Grade 12 (Year 13): 771,600,000 VND

Note:
The amounts listed above represent Plan A (Annual Payment). Under Plan B (2-instalment) or Plan C (4-instalment) options, fees are slightly higher to reflect the payment schedule. Discounts apply for early payments and siblings.

Security Deposit / Re-enrolment Deposit
VND 30,000,000 per student, payable annually to secure placement. The deposit is deducted from tuition fees once enrolment is confirmed and refunded only with a 60-day written withdrawal notice.

Bus Fees (2025–2026)
The annual bus service fee ranges from VND 27,948,000 to 50,140,000 for a round trip and VND 17,085,000 to 30,150,000 for a one-way journey, depending on distance. A 10 % discount applies for additional siblings using the service.

Other Services and Costs

Canteen: Early Years – VND 19,400,000 per year; Grades 1–12 – VND 21,500,000 per year.
Uniforms: Available for purchase at the School Shop three days per week (Monday, Wednesday, Friday).
Family Discounts: Second child – 50 % waiver of the Acceptance Fee + 5 % tuition discount; third and subsequent children – full waiver + 10 % tuition discount (maximum 12 % total).

Refund and Withdrawal Policy
Refunds are available based on the withdrawal date with a 60-day notice:

Before school starts – 95 % refund
Term 1 – 65 %
Term 2 – 40 %
Term 3 – 15 %
Term 4 – 0 %

Students enrolling mid-year pay a pro-rated percentage based on their entry date.

Payment Methods and Terms
Payments can be made via bank transfer (preferred) or credit card in VND, USD or EUR, based on Vietcombank’s buying rate on the transfer date. Late payments are subject to a 12 % annualised interest penalty.
Academics

European International School Ho Chi Minh City teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP) for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum
European International School Ho Chi Minh City (EIS) offers the full continuum of the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum for students aged 2 to 18 years. The school follows the Primary Years Programme (PYP) in the Early Years and Primary School, focusing on inquiry-based learning across key subjects. In Middle School, students progress into the Middle Years Programme (MYP), which builds academic depth and interdisciplinary understanding. The Diploma Programme (DP) is offered in Grades 11 and 12, providing internationally recognised qualifications for university entry worldwide. Core subjects include English, Mathematics, Sciences, Humanities, Languages, and the Arts, alongside physical education and community engagement. Students also take part in language acquisition (such as French, German, Spanish, Vietnamese, or Korean) and creative or service-oriented projects aligned with IB principles.

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Admissions

Admissions
1. Submit Online Application Form
Families begin the process by completing the online application form on the school website and uploading the required documents, such as recent school reports and identification.

2. Entrance Assessment and Interview
Applicants take an entrance assessment and attend an interview with the Principal or Deputy Principal. This step allows the school to understand each student’s academic level and learning needs.

3. Offer of Place
Successful applicants receive a formal Letter of Offer confirming a place at the school.

4. Acceptance of Offer
Parents confirm acceptance by paying the required Acceptance Fee, securing the student’s place.

5. Tuition Fee Payment
Tuition fees are then paid in accordance with the Debit Note issued by the school, following the chosen payment plan.

Scholarships
EIS offers a Merit Scholarship Programme for selected students. Scholarships can cover from 15% up to 100% of tuition fees (excluding field trips, exam fees and other direct costs). Eligibility is based on academic achievement, leadership, critical thinking and community engagement; students apply by submitting reports, certificates and an English placement test, followed by an interview. The scholarship is awarded after evaluation by a committee and is reviewed annually.

Waitlist
The school states that demand for places is very high and “most year groups have a waiting list.” In other words, once offered and accepted places are filled, additional applicants may be placed on a wait-list until spaces become available. The school accepts applications year-round but advises early registration to avoid disappointment.
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