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International School @ ParkCity Hanoi (ISPH)

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Vietnamese, Mandarin, Spanish
Fees ₫197,725,000 - 711,000,000
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 300
Type Co-educational, Online/Hybrid
Opened 2019
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, IPC (International Primary Curriculum), Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages Vietnamese, Mandarin, Spanish
Typical class size 16
Strengths Performing Arts, STEM, Languages
Clubs Community and Service, Arts and Creative, Academic and Intellectual
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

ISPH is a day school in ParkCity Hanoi, offering the British Curriculum with IPC, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels and Cambridge A Levels for students aged 3 to 18. The Primary School follows the English National Curriculum enhanced by IPC, with a focus on social and emotional development and personalised teaching, including EAL support. The Secondary School continues ENC as a natural progression, with Key Stages 3 and 4 and a Sixth Form, preparing students for IGCSE years in international and local contexts. Opened in 2019, ISPH grew from around 70 students to over 300, and its first A-Level cohort graduated in 2025. The campus includes a spacious library, a heated indoor pool, a gym, basketball and tennis courts, an astro turf stadium, specialist suites for Science, Music and Drama, IT & Technology, and Creative Arts, a medical centre and CCAs. The campus supports arts, sports and sciences broadly.

ParkCity Hanoi, Đường, Đ. Lê Trọng Tấn, La Khê, Hà Đông, Hà Nội 100000, Vietnam

The Essentials

International School @ ParkCity Hanoi (ISPH) has 300 pupils, typical class sizes of 16, instruction in English, Vietnamese, Mandarin, Spanish.

Location

ISPH is located in ParkCity Hanoi, on Le Trong Tan Road in Duong Noi Ward, Hanoi, Vietnam. The campus sits within the ParkCity Hanoi township, a green, family‑oriented community with on‑site facilities. The site is accessible via Hanoi's main roads and serves both local and expatriate families.

Stages

ISPH provides education for children aged 3 to 18. It comprises an Early Years Centre (Nursery and Reception, ages 3–5), Primary School (ages 5–11), Secondary School (ages 11–16), and a Sixth Form for ages 16–18.

Type

ISPH is a non‑selective, co‑educational international school. It accepts both local and expatriate students and does not operate as a single‑sex or selective institution.

Additional learning support

ISPH offers free Learning Support and EAL programmes for students in need. Learning Support provides targeted academic assistance, often in small groups or 1:1, while EAL helps students develop English for full participation in the curriculum.

Country affiliation

ISPH operates in Vietnam and follows a UK‑style curriculum, preparing students for Cambridge IGCSE and A‑Level qualifications.

Religious affiliation

There is no formal religious affiliation stated for ISPH.

School day structure

The school day starts at 8:00 AM and finishes at 3:00 PM. Details of timetables and term dates are available in the school calendar and admissions FAQs.

Bus service

ISPH collaborates with a reputable local transport company to provide bus services from various locations around Hanoi. Bus details and routes are available through the admissions team.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements

The school is a day school.

Food Options

The canteen is operated by The Caterers; the menu is regularly updated and includes vegetarian options.

Governance and Ownership

ISPH is developed and operated in partnership with ParkCity Hanoi and governed by the ISPH Board of Trustees. The Board includes Datuk Seri Yaw Chee Siew (Chairman, Perdana ParkCity Sdn Bhd); Mr Kien Pham (President, The Vietnam Foundation); Mr Andrew Dalton (Director of Education, ISPKL & ISPH; Chairman of the Board of Trustees); Datuk Joseph Lau (Group Chief Executive Officer, Perdana ParkCity Sdn Bhd); and Mr Yap Chin Hua (General Director, Vietnam International Township Development JSC, ParkCity Hanoi Township). ISPH is the first sister school of ISPKL.
Fees

Annual tuition at International School @ ParkCity Hanoi (ISPH) ranges from VND 197,725,000 to VND 711,000,000 for 2026/27.

Application and Admissions Fees

- Application Fee: VND 3,700,000 payable upon submission of the Application Form; non‑refundable.
- Registration Fee: VND 18,650,000 for Nursery & Reception; VND 37,300,000 for Year 1 to Year 13. Registration Fee is payable when an Offer Letter is issued and is non‑refundable. Progress from the Early Years Centre (EYC) to Year 1 requires a Registration Fee top‑up of VND 18,650,000.
- Security Deposit: VND 35,000,000 one‑time payment required before enrolment; refundable provided written notice of withdrawal is given at least one full academic term in advance.

Tuition fees (2025–2026 academic year) — by year group

Tuition figures below are shown as: Whole annual tuition (discounted annual if applicable) and the termly payment breakdown (Term 1 = 40% of the termly total; Term 2 = 30%; Term 3 = 30%) with the total if paid termly (sum of the three term payments). All amounts are in VND.

- Nursery (Age 3)
- Whole annual tuition: VND 197,725,000.
- Termly breakdown: Term 1 VND 86,999,000; Term 2 VND 65,250,000; Term 3 VND 65,250,000; total if paid termly VND 217,499,000.

- Reception (Age 4)
- Whole annual tuition: VND 197,725,000.
- Termly breakdown: Term 1 VND 86,999,000; Term 2 VND 65,250,000; Term 3 VND 65,250,000; total if paid termly VND 217,499,000.

- Year 1 (Age 5)
- Whole annual tuition: VND 306,530,000.
- Termly breakdown: Term 1 VND 134,873,000; Term 2 VND 101,155,000; Term 3 VND 101,155,000; total if paid termly VND 337,183,000.

- Year 2 (Age 6)
- Whole annual tuition: VND 542,600,000.
- Termly breakdown: Term 1 VND 238,800,000; Term 2 VND 179,100,000; Term 3 VND 179,100,000; total if paid termly VND 597,000,000.

- Year 3 (Age 7)
- Whole annual tuition: VND 542,600,000.
- Termly breakdown: Term 1 VND 238,800,000; Term 2 VND 179,100,000; Term 3 VND 179,100,000; total if paid termly VND 597,000,000.

- Year 4 (Age 8)
- Whole annual tuition: VND 542,600,000.
- Termly breakdown: Term 1 VND 238,800,000; Term 2 VND 179,100,000; Term 3 VND 179,100,000; total if paid termly VND 597,000,000.

- Year 5 (Age 9)
- Whole annual tuition: VND 551,000,000.
- Termly breakdown: Term 1 VND 242,500,000; Term 2 VND 181,900,000; Term 3 VND 181,900,000; total if paid termly VND 606,300,000.

- Year 6 (Age 10)
- Whole annual tuition: VND 551,000,000.
- Termly breakdown: Term 1 VND 242,500,000; Term 2 VND 181,900,000; Term 3 VND 181,900,000; total if paid termly VND 606,300,000.

- Year 7 (Age 11)
- Whole annual tuition: VND 609,700,000.
- Termly breakdown: Term 1 VND 268,300,000; Term 2 VND 201,200,000; Term 3 VND 201,200,000; total if paid termly VND 670,700,000.

- Year 8 (Age 12)
- Whole annual tuition: VND 609,700,000.
- Termly breakdown: Term 1 VND 268,300,000; Term 2 VND 201,200,000; Term 3 VND 201,200,000; total if paid termly VND 670,700,000.

- Year 9 (Age 13)
- Whole annual tuition: VND 609,700,000.
- Termly breakdown: Term 1 VND 268,300,000; Term 2 VND 201,200,000; Term 3 VND 201,200,000; total if paid termly VND 670,700,000.

- Year 10 (Age 14)
- Whole annual tuition: VND 646,300,000.
- Termly breakdown: Term 1 VND 284,400,000; Term 2 VND 213,300,000; Term 3 VND 213,300,000; total if paid termly VND 711,000,000.

- Year 11 (Age 15)
- Whole annual tuition: VND 646,300,000.
- Termly breakdown: Term 1 VND 284,400,000; Term 2 VND 213,300,000; Term 3 VND 213,300,000; total if paid termly VND 711,000,000.

- Year 12 (Age 16)
- Whole annual tuition: VND 646,300,000.
- Termly breakdown: Term 1 VND 284,400,000; Term 2 VND 213,300,000; Term 3 VND 213,300,000; total if paid termly VND 711,000,000.

- Year 13 (Age 17)
- Whole annual tuition: VND 646,300,000.
- Termly breakdown: Term 1 VND 284,400,000; Term 2 VND 213,300,000; Term 3 VND 213,300,000; total if paid termly VND 711,000,000.

Billing schedule, payment terms and discounts

- Payment options: Option A — annual payment (discounted whole annual tuition); Option B — termly payments (Term 1 = 40% of the termly total, Term 2 = 30%, Term 3 = 30%). Full annual payment is required by 18 July 2025 for the 2025–26 academic year; termly payments are due before the start of each term as invoiced. Enrolment after the start of term: if enrolling during the first half of a term full term payment is required; if enrolling during the second half, 50% of that term is payable.

- Early‑bird and promotional discounts: a 3% early‑bird discount is available (applies to Years 2–13 when fees are paid by the early‑bird date); special promotions for EYC and Year 1, ParkCity residents and experience day registrants are also offered in the applicable year and apply per the school's incentives. Sibling discounts are applied as stated in the schedule (second child tuition discount 5%; third and further child concessions on registration and tuition as listed).

Boarding

- ISPH operates as a day school; boarding is not offered and no boarding fees apply.

Other costs and routine charges

- Uniform: All students are required to wear the school uniform; uniforms are available for purchase at The Shop @ ISPH. Specific uniform prices are not listed in the schedule of fees.
- Transport: School bus services are available through an external/local transport provider; bus charges are separate and are not included in the tuition figures above. Specific bus fee schedules are handled separately by the transport provider or Admissions Office.
- Other incidental or programme charges: charges for examination entries, external excursions, optional co‑curricular activities, learning materials, specialist trips or other incidental items may be invoiced in addition to tuition; such items and any associated costs are billed separately and are deducted from any refunds as applicable.

Refunds and withdrawal

- Deposit: the Security Deposit (VND 35,000,000) will be refunded in full if written notice of withdrawal is received by the school at least one full academic term in advance.
- Tuition refunds: refunds of pre‑paid annual tuition are granted only when full‑year tuition has been paid in advance and written notice of withdrawal is submitted at least one full academic term before the intended withdrawal date. Refunds are made after deduction of any incentives applied for advance payment and any pending expenses. Refund scale for 2025–26: if notice is received before 19 August 2025, 60% of the annual tuition is refundable; if notice is received before 6 January 2026, 30% of the annual tuition is refundable; after 6 January 2026 there is no refund of the annual tuition.

Payment methods

- Accepted payment methods: cash or bank transfer. Transaction charges and any exchange‑rate fluctuations are the responsibility of the payer. No credit‑card payment method is listed in the schedule of fees.
Academics

International School @ ParkCity Hanoi (ISPH) teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, IPC (International Primary Curriculum), Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum

ISPH delivers a UK-based curriculum framework from the Early Years Centre for ages 3–5 through to Sixth Form.
The Primary School follows the English National Curriculum (ENC) enhanced by the International Primary Curriculum (IPC), with Key Stage 1 (Years 1–2) and Key Stage 2 (Years 3–6).
The Secondary School follows the English National Curriculum across Key Stage 3 (Years 7–9) and Key Stage 4 (Years 10–11), with progression toward the Cambridge IGCSE; ISPH is an accredited Cambridge Examinations Centre.
The Sixth Form (Years 12–13) offers AS and A-Levels.
The curriculum covers core and specialist subjects—English, Mathematics, Science, Geography, History, Vietnamese, Spanish, Mandarin, STEAM, Art & Design, Computing, Music, Drama & Dance, and PE—with an EAL programme and COALS wellbeing lessons focusing on Relationships, Health and Wellbeing, and Living in the wider world.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

ISPH places wellbeing at the heart of daily endeavours and aims to foster a thriving school community. The school employs a School Counsellor / Learning Support Teacher as part of its staff to support individual students. Senior leadership emphasises wellbeing and character development as essential elements of students' progress and success. A dedicated Mental Health & Wellbeing Resource Directory is available to support student mental health. There is also a University & Careers Guidance Counsellor to assist students with personal and future planning, contributing to SEL.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

SEN Support is provided for students with specific and identified needs and is carefully planned to support these needs. SEN support may take place in-class or out-of-class, and may involve a Learning Support Assistant or 1:1 sessions. The Learning Support programme includes EAL and is tailored to the individual. The school has a School Counsellor / Learning Support Teacher among its staff to support SEN and wellbeing. There is no explicit designation of ISPH as a specialist SEN institution in publicly available materials.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

ISPH offers free EAL and Learning Support programmes for students in need. English is the language of instruction across the campus. The EAL programme uses a Cambridge English curriculum and covers CEFR levels from A0/A1 up to competent users at A2; once students reach B1 and above, EAL support ends and students may study other languages such as Mandarin, Spanish and Vietnamese. Assessments of speaking, listening, reading and writing occur at the end of each term, with CEFR levels reviewed after each assessment.

Mental Wellbeing

Wellbeing is central to ISPH's mission and daily practice, and the school maintains dedicated counselling staff to support students' mental health. The leadership team includes a University & Careers Guidance Counsellor, and the Principal emphasises that wellbeing and character development are essential for student success. A Mental Health & Wellbeing Resource Directory is available to support staff and students. The Safeguarding (Inclusion) Team also monitors wellbeing and safety through weekly meetings and proactive, early-intervention approaches.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is a core focus at ISPH, guiding every decision and practice. The Safeguarding (Inclusion) Team is led by Designated Safeguarding Lead Mr. Lewis Foster, with Deputy DSLs Mr. James Lotter and Mr. Tom Adams. All staff receive annual safeguarding training, and visitors or external providers are briefed on safeguarding expectations. Safeguarding posters are displayed in classrooms and key areas, with QR codes linking to policies and a trilingual anonymous reporting form, plus the wellbeing@isph.edu.vn hotline for reporting concerns. The school's Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy was last updated in August 2025.
Parent Experience

History

ISPH began in 2016 when co-founders Datuk Seri Yaw Chee Siew and Pham Duc Trung Kien launched plans to establish a top international school in Hanoi. The curriculum combines the British National Curriculum with international programmes such as the International Primary Curriculum (IPC), Cambridge IGCSE, and A-Level, led by UK-trained teachers and with a founding Principal from ISPKL. ISPH opened in August 2019 as the first sister school of The International School @ ParkCity Kuala Lumpur, developed in partnership with ParkCity Hanoi. It started with around 70 students in the Early Years and Year 8 and has since grown to more than 300 students reaching Year 13, with the first A-Level cohort graduating in 2025. An official alliance with Nguyen Hue High School and an eight-member Council of Advisors drawn from Vietnamese academia support the school, alongside investments in facilities for sports, performing arts, and science.

Community

ISPH emphasizes a strong sense of community, welcoming involvement from parents, visitors, and local partners to enrich school life. The Friends of ISPH (FOI) is a parent-led organization within the ISPH community that plans and leads community events and represents families. Since 2019, ISPH has hosted events such as ISPH Community Day, which included parent workshops and collaboration with the Hanoi Association of Women Entrepreneurs (HNEW). Signature community events include the Culture Carnival 2025, a celebration of world cultures, and other activities that bring families onto campus and engage the wider ParkCity Hanoi community.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

Friends of ISPH (FOI) is a parent-led organization within the ISPH community that coordinates parent involvement and helps plan community events in collaboration with the School Leadership Team. It is open to all parents, and Parent Representatives serve as liaisons between families and teachers across year groups. FOI meetings have introduced a cross-school Parent Choir project with ISPKL and outlined a calendar of annual events, including Sports Day, Online Discovery Day, and the IGCSE/A Level Celebration Evening, as well as the Cultural Carnival and the School Musical School of Rock. The group also manages volunteer opportunities and provides channels for communications and input from families, with information about events published on the parent website. These activities strengthen home–school collaboration and foster a sense of belonging among ISPH families and staff.
Facilities

Facilities Overview

ISPH's campus is located within ParkCity Hanoi and supports learning across academics, the arts, and sport. The facilities include a heated Olympic-size indoor swimming pool, a gymnasium, basketball and tennis courts, and an astro turf sports field and stadium. The school provides specialist suites for Science, Music and Drama, IT & Technology, and Creative Arts, along with a medical centre. A well-stocked library and dedicated science labs support academic work, while technology suites and flexible classrooms enable varied learning. The campus offers performing arts spaces and a multi-purpose hall, with outdoor spaces designed to support both study and recreation, and on-site dining facilities to serve students. The campus is closely linked to ParkCity Club, providing access to additional recreational amenities nearby.

Sports Facilities

ISPH offers a covered and heated swimming pool and a gymnasium for aqua and land-based activities. A multi-purpose hall supports indoor sports and assemblies, with tennis courts and an astro turf sports field available on campus. An astro turf playground complements outdoor PE, and students can access ParkCity Club facilities nearby, including tennis and badminton courts, lap pool and fun pool, a FIFA-size football field, athletics facilities and basketball courts.

Academic Facilities

Academic facilities include a well-resourced library, dedicated science laboratories, and technology suites to support digital learning. Specialist suites support Science, Music and Drama, IT & Technology, and Creative Arts, enabling practical work across STEM and the arts.

Extra Curricular Facilities

Drama, Dance and Music studios and Creative Arts workshops support performing arts and creative clubs. A Multi-Purpose Hall hosts school productions, performances and events, and there is an on-site canteen for meals and refreshments.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual

ISPH offers a broad co-curricular programme with options in sports, arts, computing, science, craft and soft-skills that complement the academic curriculum. The programme includes science and computing activities as part of academic enrichment, with a science club and related activities available among the options. Each term, around 50 clubs and activities are available to students. CCAs are either teacher-led and free of charge, or paid Specialist CCAs led by external experts, and they run after school Monday to Friday; students may attend multiple clubs.

Arts & Creative

ISPH provides arts and creative activities through its co-curricular offerings and campus facilities. The campus houses Drama, Dance and Music studios and Creative Arts workshops to support performing arts and visual arts. Students can engage in performing arts and visual arts through after-school activities, supported by the Creative Arts pathway.

Cultural & Language

ISPH offers Vietnamese, Mandarin and Spanish at beginner or advanced levels as part of the curriculum. The language programme is enriched by events such as Language Assembly and End of Year Spanish Projects, and by language-related cultural activities. The school also hosts culture-focused events such as the Culture Carnival and language assemblies.

Social & Hobbies

ISPH offers a wide range of after-school Co-Curricular Activities (CCAs) spanning sports, arts, computing, science, crafts and soft-skills. CCAs take place after school from Monday to Friday, and students may join multiple clubs to suit their interests. The school also supports student leadership and social engagement through a Student Council and the House system, which provide informal social and team-building opportunities.

Community & Service

ISPH runs community action through COALS (Community Action by ISPH) with long-term community enrichment projects and donations to support people affected by natural disasters; students participate in service-learning and outreach activities. Activities are designed to develop caring and responsible citizenship among students.

Leadership & Professional

ISPH provides leadership development through formal student leadership roles. The Student Council represents students in Primary and Secondary, with elected representatives and leadership responsibilities across school enrichment activities; Head Students and Prefects hold leadership roles. The House system includes House Captains and prefects to foster leadership across year groups. The school has hosted leadership-focused programs such as the HMC Young Global Leaders Program in partnership with Harvard Model Congress.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

ISPH facilities support wellbeing and physical activity, including a heated Olympic-size indoor swimming pool, gymnasium, basketball and tennis courts, and an astro turf sports field. The campus includes specialist suites for Music and Drama and Creative Arts, and an Outdoor Learning & Trips programme that promotes active learning and wellbeing. The school promotes a holistic approach to health and fitness through both facilities and structured outdoor experiences.
Languages

Language Provision

ISPH offers three language options in addition to English: Vietnamese, Mandarin and Spanish. These languages are available at beginner and advanced levels, with curricula designed to develop listening, speaking, reading and writing skills as students progress. The primary language of instruction is English, and English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is available for students who need help achieving fluency. Language study is optional for most students, with ISPH providing language learning opportunities across the early years through secondary years.
Reputation

Awards

1) Well-being Award for Schools (WAS) from the National Children's Bureau and Optimus Education. ISPH was honored with this award, which recognizes excellent well-being and mental health practices within school communities. This reflects the school's commitment to a positive and supportive environment for students and staff.

Accreditations

1) Cambridge Examinations Centre (Cambridge Assessment International Education). The International School @ ParkCity Hanoi has been approved to become an official Cambridge Examinations Centre and to offer the Cambridge IGCSE programme for Years 10–11, enabling ISPH to administer Cambridge examinations and award Cambridge IGCSE qualifications widely recognized by universities.
2) International Schools Quality Mark (ISQM) – pathway. ISPH is on the pathway to ISQM accreditation; ISPKL (the sister school) achieved Gold Level ISQM accreditation in 2017 and has maintained it. This indicates ISPH's movement toward a recognized quality standard for international schools.
3) FOBISIA membership – application underway. ISPH aims to become a member of FOBISIA, with the application process noted as underway. This would align the school with a regional network of British international schools.
Admissions

Admissions

1. Step 1: Application. To begin enrolment, complete the ISPH online application at isph.openapply.com and upload the required supporting documentation. Read and sign off the terms and conditions governing enrollment and admissions, which are also available in Vietnamese. ISPH opens admissions throughout the year, and there is no specific fixed intake period, but some year groups may reach full capacity; contact the Admissions Team to check current availability.

2. Step 2: Admissions Assessment. The school will contact you to arrange the Admissions Assessment. During this session the Principal, Head of Primary or Head of Secondary will meet you and your child to discuss the application. Your child will then complete a series of assessment tasks to evaluate readiness and fit for ISPH.

3. Step 3: Offer of school place. After successful completion of steps 1 and 2, a school place can be offered subject to availability. Parents receive an Offer Letter, usually within two days; if an offer cannot be made, the school explains the reasons and next steps.

4. Step 4: Acceptance and Registration. To accept the offer and complete registration, sign and return the Offer Letter and make payment of the Registration Fee. Registration is then completed and the school place is reserved for your child.

5. Step 5: Payment of fees and deposit. Before the child commences at the school, parents pay all applicable fees, including the tuition fee, capital fee and security deposit. Admissions are considered complete once these payments are made and the student is enrolled.

Scholarships

ISPH offers several scholarship and incentive options beyond standard tuition assistance:

- ISPH IGCSE Scholarship AY 26-27: Provides up to 85 percent financial support on tuition and related fees for eligible students pursuing IGCSE and A-Level study. Application deadline is January 5, 2026. The program has a track record of recipients achieving strong Cambridge IGCSE and A-Level results and university placement. Applications are reviewed by a scholarships panel and may include an interview.

- IGCSE Scholarship Timeline 2026–2027: Details the rounds for AY 2026–2027, including application, pre-screening, assessments, interviews, and result announcement between January and February 2026. This timeline provides the procedural steps and deadlines for interested applicants.

- Recognition of Excellence Award: An annual scholarship that discounts tuition fees by up to 30 percent. Eligibility requires strong conduct, representation at tournaments or events, and notable achievements in a student's specialist area. The scholarship decision is final and cannot be appealed; offers may not be used in conjunction with other incentives. Applications may require a letter of application, supporting documents, and an interview.

- The ParkCity Community Scholarship Programme: Aimed at ParkCity Hanoi residents and ISPH students, offering up to 4 years of support with a total value up to 1 billion Vietnamese dong. Selection is conducted by ISPH and the number of scholarships is limited and subject to availability.

- ISPH has additional incentive programs associated with admissions that can reduce overall costs, such as Early Bird and various registration or application fee waivers or partial waivers. These incentives are described in ISPHs Fees and Incentives documentation and related scholarship pages.
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