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Korean International School in Hanoi (KISH)

Vietnam, Hanoi

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Korean, English
Fees ₫279,675,000 - 381,375,000
Ages 6 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 2213
Type Co-educational
Opened 2006
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Korean Curriculum
Taught languages Korean, English, Vietnamese
Typical class size 34
Stages Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction

The Korean International School in Hanoi (KISH) offers a welcoming educational environment for students from Elementary through High School, firmly rooted in the Korean National Curriculum. Located in Hanoi’s Cầu Giấy District, the school actively integrates modern technology into its classrooms through its initiative as a "Digital Leading School," which utilizes AI-based courseware to support individual study. The academic structure is complemented by a strong focus on trilingual development, with dedicated instruction in Korean, English, and Vietnamese to help students navigate their local and global contexts.

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The Essentials

Korean International School in Hanoi (KISH) has 2,213 pupils, typical class sizes of 34, instruction in Korean, English.

Location
Located in Hanoi's Cau Giay District, along Le Đức Thọ Extended in Mai Dịch, Vietnam. The Mai Dịch area is an urban neighbourhood with major transport links nearby.

Stages
The school provides education across three levels: elementary, junior, and senior.

Type
Private, day-international-school.

Additional learning support
Publicly available information does not list dedicated SEN provisions or facilities.

Country affiliation
KISH is a Korean international school, indicating Korea affiliation.

Religious affiliation
There is no religious affiliation listed.

School day structure
Details of daily start and end times and breaks are not publicly published.

Bus service
Public information about a school bus service is not listed.
Diving Deeper
Fees

Annual tuition at Korean International School in Hanoi (KISH) ranges from VND 279,675,000 to VND 381,375,000 for 2026/27.

Application fees
- One-time application fee: reported as VND 1,000,000 (application processing fee).
- One-time entrance / registration fee (charged at first enrolment): VND 40,680,000.

Tuition fees (by year group)
- Elementary (Grades 1–6): Annual tuition VND 279,675,000.
- Middle school (Grades 7–9): Annual tuition VND 330,525,000.
- High school (Grades 10–12): Annual tuition VND 381,375,000.

Per-term / instalment detail (how to read the annual figures)
- The published figures above are given as the annual tuition for each year group. A per-term amount is not listed explicitly in the available public summaries; dividing the annual tuition by two produces an approximate per-semester figure (annual ÷ 2) and dividing by four produces an approximate per-quarter figure (annual ÷ 4). These per-term amounts are an arithmetic division of the annual fee and not an official billing schedule.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- No official, school-published billing calendar or formal payment schedule (for example: exact invoice dates, due-dates, or specified semester/quarter billing cycles) was located in the available public summaries. Community and parent-published information indicates that international/Korean schools in Hanoi commonly operate on semester or quarterly billing options, and some local parent reports reference quarterly payments for Korean-school style programs, but a definitive, school-issued billing timetable for KISH was not found in the sources reviewed.

Boarding / dormitory fees
- The school operates as a day school with school-bus service and on-site lunch/meal provision; no boarding/dormitory programme or boarding fee schedule was found. If a boarding programme were offered it would normally be listed separately; available material describes bus and lunch services rather than dormitory provision.

Other costs and recurring extras
- School-bus / transport: school-run bus service is reported as available; a separate bus charge is typical and varies by route and distance. Precise route fees and zone pricing were not published in the sources reviewed.
- Meals / school lunch: on-site Korean-style lunch service is provided; lunch fees are usually charged separately from tuition. Exact per-term or per-meal pricing was not located.
- Uniforms, textbooks, activity and materials fees: uniform and textbook costs and additional activity/program fees (field trips, after-school activities, elective course or exam fees) are listed as typical additional parent expenses; specific unit prices were not published in the public summaries reviewed.
- Admissions documentation costs and any statutory document translation/legalisation costs are commonly required at application but specific administrative charge amounts (beyond the small application fee noted above and the entrance fee) were not consistently listed.

Refund information
- No school-published, itemised refund schedule (for early withdrawal, late entry, or bus/lunch refunds) was located in the sources reviewed. Community reporting and practices at comparable schools indicate that application processing fees and initial entrance/registration fees are typically non-refundable, and that refunds for tuition or extras (if offered) are normally subject to specific withdrawal-date schedules. KISH-specific early-withdrawal or refund rules were not located in the available public summaries.

Fee payment options
- The sources reviewed do not list an explicit set of accepted payment methods (for example, bank transfer, local deposit, international wire, or credit card). A contact email and phone numbers for the school are reported in community listings, which are typically used to arrange enrolment and finance matters, but an official published list of accepted payment channels was not found in the public material consulted.

Summary of evidence and limits of available public information
- Public, community and parent-facing sources provide the school's one-time entrance fee (VND 40,680,000) and annual tuition figures for elementary, middle and high school as listed above.
- A small application fee (reported in community sources as approximately VND 1,000,000) is reported separately from the larger entrance/registration fee.
- The publicly accessible summaries and community pages consulted describe bus and lunch services and list typical extra costs, but they do not provide a definitive, school-issued billing calendar, an itemised refund schedule, boarding fees (no boarding programme was identified), or a detailed list of accepted payment methods. Where per-term amounts or billing-cycle wording appears in community posts, an official school-published billing schedule or official fee booklet corroborating those per-term cycles was not available in the material reviewed.

Note: the figures above are presented as found in public school summaries and community reporting. Where a formal school fee schedule (semester/quarter billing dates; explicit refund percentages by withdrawal date; confirmed payment channels) was not available in those public sources, per-term figures were not asserted as official and have been shown only as arithmetic divisions of the published annual tuition when explanation was necessary.
Academics

Korean International School in Hanoi (KISH) teaches Korean Curriculum for students aged 6 to 18.

Curriculum
The Korean International School in Hanoi (KISH) follows the South Korean national curriculum for overseas Korean schools, aligned with Korean Ministry of Education standards and organized into elementary, middle, and high school phases. The academic program is structured as elementary grades 1–6, middle grades 7–9, and high school grades 10–12. Instruction is centered on Korean curriculum content, with English taught as a foreign language in leveled classes and Vietnamese language education introduced to support local integration. In elementary, core subjects include Korean language, mathematics, science, and social studies, while middle school deepens Korean literature, history, and sciences; high school emphasizes Korean university entrance examination preparation (Suneung) with coursework in advanced Korean, English, mathematics, and elective sciences or humanities. The school also engages in cross-cultural activities and language exchanges with local institutions as part of its broader program.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The Korean International School in Hanoi does not publicly disclose information regarding Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) provisions. Public materials accessible for the school primarily cover general announcements, contact details, and administrative information rather than explicit SEL policies or programmes. The available pages are largely in Korean and do not publish a designated SEL staff or pastoral care framework. A publicly accessible Google Sites mirror describes the school as operating a bilingual environment with Korean as the primary language and English as a secondary language, which relates to language use rather than a formal SEL structure. Consequently, there is no verifiable information about SEL staff, initiatives, or measurement of SEL outcomes in public sources.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) provisions. Public materials for the school do not publish a SEN policy, a dedicated SEN team, or details of supported needs, nor whether the institution is a specialist SEN centre. The accessible content emphasizes language environment and general education rather than specialized SEN services.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
KISH publicly describes itself as offering a bilingual environment with Korean as the primary language and English as the secondary language. This indicates English is used to support global learning within the curriculum, i.e., EAL considerations are embedded in the language mix.

Mental Wellbeing
The school does not publicly disclose information about mental wellbeing support or counselling services.

Safeguarding
The school does not publicly disclose information about safeguarding or child protection policies.
Parent Experience

History
The Korean International School in Hanoi (KISH) opened in 2006 in Hanoi's Cau Giay District. It began with 52 students, all in the elementary level. It operates as a private international school serving elementary, junior, and senior levels. By 2016 enrollment was about 1,000 students, reflecting growth across the full range of grades. The school is described as a private international school serving the Korean expatriate community in Hanoi.

Community
The KISH community includes Korean expatriate families and local Vietnamese families, with students from elementary through senior levels. The school participates in inter-school cultural exchanges in Hanoi, illustrating its role as a hub of Korean culture in the city. A notable community event is the KISH Festival, which has involved participation from KISH students and other schools, such as Hanoi-Amsterdam High School, highlighting cross-school collaboration.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Public information about a formal PTA for KISH is not readily available in accessible sources. Parent involvement is evidenced through school-hosted events and volunteer opportunities, including inter-school cultural activities. A 2016 article documents a KISH-hosted festival with participation from Hanoi-Amsterdam and other partners, indicating active parent and community engagement in school life through events. The absence of publicly documented PTA details suggests that any parent engagement may be organized through ad hoc committees or through the school's activity programs rather than a standalone PTA.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The Korean International School in Hanoi sits on a campus of about 15,968 square meters in Hanoi's Bac Tu Liêm district. The main building includes administrative offices, classrooms for elementary and secondary students, a well-equipped library, science spaces, and spaces for art and music. An annex building, Irum Hall, opened in 2021 to support the high school program. The Dream Hall serves as a multipurpose auditorium for assemblies, performances, and events. Outdoor facilities include a 2,800-square-meter sports field, a gymnasium, two indoor gyms, and basketball courts.

Sports Facilities
The outdoor field measures about 2,800 square meters and supports soccer and track activities. The campus has a gymnasium for indoor activities and two additional indoor gymnasiums for year-round use. Basketball courts are available for practice and games.

Academic Facilities
Academic facilities include a central library for research and reading and a science room for experiments. Two computer rooms support digital literacy and computing classes, while a server room backs IT infrastructure and broadcasting facilities. Ten English classrooms are provided to support language instruction, and elementary and secondary classrooms are organized across the main building and the Irum Hall annex.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Artistic and musical spaces support extracurricular activities, including two music rooms, a band room, a chamber music room, a traditional music room, and instrument storage, plus an art room and rehearsal spaces. The Dream Hall and dedicated performance spaces host student productions and recitals. A broadcasting studio and English-language classrooms support media-related clubs and language activities. Additional facilities include counseling rooms and health spaces to support student well-being as part of extracurricular life.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
KISH offers a range of academic enrichment programs beyond the classroom, including KISHMUN, a student-run Model United Nations conference. The conference has a student-led Secretariat and an annual timetable with sessions and a closing ceremony. The school also runs science camps and coding initiatives, including a Coding Specialist (COS) certification, as well as spelling bees and English-language magazine projects. A Creative Convergence Certification program provides cross-disciplinary activities across integrated, science, and social domains, including science camps and social-issues projects.

Arts & Creative
KISH supports performing arts through an active orchestra program, with the school recruiting members for the KISH Orchestra. The Hanullim Samulnori club offers traditional Korean percussion and public performances as part of after-school activities. Elementary students participate in music-related events, including a Small Music Concert held in December.

Cultural & Language
KISH operates a weekend Korean language program (weekend Korean school) as part of its cultural offerings. The school's KISHMUN program and language-enriched activities provide cross-cultural experiences for students. English-language opportunities are evident through English-language magazine initiatives associated with KISH activities.

Social & Hobbies
Beyond academics, students participate in after-school clubs including Go, essay writing, robotics, DIY, basketball, and dance. The after-school program list covers multiple interests, including robotics, coding, arts, and language-related activities. Clubs offer opportunities for public performances and competitions, contributing to a well-rounded student life.

Community & Service
KISH emphasizes service through volunteer opportunities, including annual volunteer hours and concerted service activity. Career exploration programs include mentoring and structured service components. There are social-issues and community projects such as film/video contests and reading/writing competitions that incorporate service and societal themes.

Leadership & Professional
KISHMUN (Model United Nations) is led by a student Secretariat, with roles such as Secretary General and other leadership positions that drive conference planning. Career talks and career exploration activities provide formal professional development opportunities. The Creative Convergence Certification tracks recognize student leadership and achievement across multiple domains, reinforcing leadership and interdisciplinary skills.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Sports and movement are supported through after-school offerings such as basketball and dance. Performing arts groups, including the orchestra and samulnori, provide physical activity and cultural expression through group performance. Club exhibitions and after-school programs contribute to students' wellbeing by combining physical activity with creativity and social engagement.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Inquiry and information gathering. Families express interest in the Korean International School in Hanoi and request program details, including the structure of K-12 study under the Korean national curriculum. The admissions team provides an overview of the school's approach and clarifies language use and placement expectations. The school's curriculum is aligned with overseas Korean education standards.

2. Eligibility check and document submission. Families submit basic identity information and prior schooling records for eligibility review, with the school confirming grade placement according to Korean Ministry of Education guidance for overseas schools. Documentation is reviewed to determine the appropriate grade level and any required supporting materials.

3. Assessments and interview. Applicants may be invited to participate in assessments and an interview as part of the screening process; the exact format and subjects assessed depend on the student's grade level. The school uses these evaluations to gauge academic readiness and fit with the Korean curriculum in an international setting.

4. Admission decision. The admissions team communicates the decision and any next steps for enrollment; decisions consider space availability and alignment with program capacity. Accepted applicants receive instructions on how to proceed with enrollment and any required deposits or fees.

5. Enrollment and onboarding. Families complete the enrollment process by submitting acceptance forms and paying enrollment and tuition-related fees as applicable. The school provides guidance on start dates, uniform requirements, and any orientation activities to help new students integrate into the Korean curriculum and the Hanoi campus.
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