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Morning Star International School

Vietnam, Hanoi

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Vietnamese
Fees ₫200,000,000 - 300,000,000
Ages Not listed
Type Co-educational
Opened 1994
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, IB (PYP)
Taught languages English, Vietnamese
Typical class size 14
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Community and Service, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Kindergarten, Primary School
Introduction

Morning Star International School is an international school in Hanoi offering an American curriculum aligned with the IB Primary Years Programme. The campus in Tay Ho on West Lake features kindergarten and elementary programs, with options for bilingual study that blends the Vietnamese state curriculum with international standards. English-language instruction in the morning and Vietnamese in the afternoon supports multilingual learners. The core subjects use Savvas myView for English Language Arts, enVision Math for mathematics, and Next Generation Science Standards for science, with Social Studies fostering globally minded citizens. With a 30-year history, the school provides a welcoming, multicultural community and a mission to inspire confident, imaginative thinkers who enjoy learning in a diverse environment. Facilities include interactive classrooms, dance studios, a swimming pool, a library, and green play areas, all aimed at a calm, conducive study setting by West Lake. Values emphasized are Curiosity, Respect, Creativity, Collaboration and Responsibility.

Building C, 98 To Ngoc Van, Quang An, Tay Ho, Hanoi, Vietnam

The Essentials

Morning Star International School has typical class sizes of 14, instruction in English, Vietnamese.

Location
Morning Star International School is located at Building C, 98 To Ngoc Van, Quang An, Tay Ho. The campus is in the To Ngoc Van area of Tay Ho district. It is accessible via local roads in the surrounding neighbourhood. A school tour can be booked through the admissions contact.

Stages
Kindergarten and Elementary

Type
The school is an international school.
Fees

Annual tuition at Morning Star International School ranges from VND 200,000,000 to VND 300,000,000 for 2026/27.

Application fees
- No separate application, registration or entrance fee amount is published by the school on its public pages.

Tuition fees (published annual figures)
- International program: VND 300,000,000 per year.
- Bilingual program: VND 200,000,000 per year.
- The school publishes these program-level annual figures only; a term-by-term or grade-by-grade fee schedule is not published on the school's public pages.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition due dates and the academic calendar are referenced in the school's academic calendar (example: the 2025–2026 academic calendar lists tuition due dates as part of key dates), but a detailed public billing schedule (specific invoice dates, instalment options, late-payment penalties or discount rules) is not published.

Boarding fees
- No boarding program or boarding fees are published; the school operates kindergarten and elementary day programmes.

Other costs and typical additional charges (published or not published)
- The school does not publish itemised amounts for uniforms, textbooks, school meals, after‑school activities, transport, capital/development fees, or learning resource fees on its public pages. Parents should expect these categories commonly exist at international schools, but no specific amounts are published by Morning Star.

Refund information
- No public, itemised refund or withdrawal policy (for tuition, deposits or other fees) is published on the school's public pages.

Fee payment options
- The school does not publish a list of accepted payment methods (for example bank transfer, credit card, online payment portal) on its public pages.

Summary of what was found and gaps:
- Published: the site lists two annual programme fees: International program VND 300,000,000/year and Bilingual program VND 200,000,000/year.
- Not published on the school's public pages: application/registration fees, a per-term or per-grade fee breakdown, boarding fees, itemised ancillary costs (uniforms, meals, transport, activities), a published refund policy, and the school's accepted payment methods or a detailed billing schedule. The academic calendar confirms that tuition due dates are set as part of term planning, but it does not provide the missing fee amounts or payment terms.
Academics

Morning Star International School teaches American Curriculum, IB (PYP).

Curriculum
Morning Star International School offers an international primary curriculum adapted for a multicultural student body, using the Common Core Standards with California additions. The program uses an internationally benchmarked framework used across the United States. English Language Arts uses the Savvas myView series, covering reading, vocabulary, spelling, grammar, and writing. The Mathematics program uses enVision Math to teach arithmetic, geometry, fractions, decimals, and early algebra with emphasis on real-world applications. The Science program applies the Next Generation Science Standards, and Social Studies aims to develop globally minded citizens. The school also offers a Bilingual Program combining the international curriculum with the Vietnamese state curriculum, with English instruction in the morning and Vietnamese instruction in the afternoon.

Student Teacher Ratio
Small class sizes are emphasized.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Morning Star International School has five core values: Curiosity, Respect, Creativity, Collaboration, and Responsibility. The mission states the school aims to develop creative, confident and imaginative thinkers in a supportive environment that values and promotes diversity. These values are instilled in the faculty, team and students. The school's approach supports social-emotional development through Awareness, Honesty, Self-Control, and Flexibility as part of its character education. The environment is designed to help students understand how they fit in, articulate their thoughts, and behave as responsible learners. The school's vision is for students to inspire others and positively impact their local and global community.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school offers bilingual and international programs. Native English-speaking teachers are recruited from across the globe. All teachers hold international teaching qualifications. English language instruction is supported by native English-speaking teachers. The combination of bilingual and international programs indicates English-language instruction is a feature of the curriculum. The school applies a global approach to education through its staff and programs.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported through Morning Star's mission values of Awareness, Self-Control, Honesty, and Flexibility, which focus on understanding how students fit in and how they relate to others. The environment promotes confidence to articulate thoughts in a supportive setting. Morning Star's values—Curiosity, Respect, Creativity, Collaboration, and Responsibility—support social-emotional growth and resilience. After-school activities provide social interaction and opportunities to practice collaboration and resilience. The school aims for students to become confident, imaginative thinkers who will positively impact their local and global community.
Parent Experience

History
Morning Star International School has 30 years of history as an international school. It provides a creative, safe education that encourages every student to become confident, imaginative thinkers. The school has both kindergarten and elementary programs and offers either a bilingual or an international program with a global orientation. Its mission is to encourage students to be creative, confident and imaginative thinkers who develop a lifelong love for exploring and learning within a diverse and supportive environment. The school embraces five values: Curiosity, Respect, Creativity, Collaboration and Responsibility.

Community
Extra-Curricular Activities provide after-school programs that let students explore topics in a fun and relaxed environment. Groups are split between kindergarten and elementary to mix peers and strengthen social skills. The program is open to students who do not attend Morning Star International School, enabling them to meet new friends in the community. Activities include Arts and Crafts, Environment Club, Taekwondo, Football, Modern Dance, Swimming and Cooking.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Standard classrooms are equipped with interactive teaching aids. The school provides diverse functional spaces including dance studios, international standard swimming pools, and green play areas. The outdoor playground supports physical development and health. A green and refreshing environment is prioritized for the comprehensive development of children's mental and intellectual abilities. The campus is located in the middle of West Lake, providing a tranquil setting for study.

Sports Facilities
The school has international standard swimming pools as part of its sports facilities.

Academic Facilities
Standard classrooms are equipped with interactive teaching aids. There is a library as part of the academic facilities. A green and refreshing environment supports development. The campus is located in West Lake, contributing to a tranquil study atmosphere.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Extra-curricular activities are offered after school and are designed to be engaging and social. Arts and Crafts; Environment Club; Taekwondo; Football Club; Modern Dance Club; Swimming; Cooking class.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Environment Club is a science-focused environmental club. Each week students participate in environmental projects and activities. The classes are open-ended, so students can explore their own scientific interests and suggest topics. After-school activities are organized for both kindergarten and elementary students, enabling cross-age social interaction.

Arts & Creative
Arts and Crafts lets students express their inner artist. Each class explores a different technique or topic, and students produce work to exhibit. The Arts and Crafts program is at the Tay Ho campus. Modern Dance Club mixes various dance styles and techniques and explores movement and choreography, and Modern Dance is at the Van Phuc campus.

Social & Hobbies
After-school activities are designed to be social and engaging. Groups are split between kindergarten and elementary to mix peers and strengthen social skills. Activities are open to students who do not attend Morning Star, providing opportunities to meet new friends in the community.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Taekwondo classes promote physical fitness and discipline. Through fun and structured lessons, children build strength, coordination, and confidence. Football Club keeps students active and teaches teamwork. Swimming develops water safety skills and overall coordination.
Languages

Language Provision
The international program is taught in English. The bilingual program uses English in the morning with native English-speaking teachers, and Vietnamese in the afternoon with Vietnamese faculty. Vietnamese content is delivered through the Vietnamese curriculum as part of the bilingual program.

Bilingual Teaching
Morning Star International School offers a bilingual program for elementary students. The program combines the international curriculum with the Vietnamese state curriculum. Students follow the international program in the morning with native English-speaking teachers and switch to the Vietnamese curriculum in the afternoon with Vietnamese faculty. This structure provides exposure to both English and Vietnamese across the school day.
Admissions

Admissions
1) Welcome and school family. Morning Star International School welcomes parents and guardians to the school community. The staff create a caring environment for children and families and maintain clear communication with parents. 2) Curriculum and learning. The curriculum is regularly reviewed and revised, drawing on over 30 years of educational experience to deliver a strong school experience and love of learning. 3) Parent engagement. The school pledges to keep parents informed with a monthly newsletter and to maintain regular, transparent communication. 4) Admissions contact. For admission information, contact via email at [email protected] or by phone at +84 (0)964 141 496 and +84 (0)962 839 436. The campus address is Building C, 98 To Ngoc Van, Quang An, Tay Ho.

Scholarships
The MSIS Talent Scholarship Program is an annual scholarship initiative for students in Grade 1 to Grade 5. It recognizes outstanding academic performance and achievements in extracurricular activities and provides recipients with the opportunity to study at Morning Star International School with scholarship value up to 100% of tuition fees. The total fund is up to 5,000,000,000 VND, fully sponsored by Morning Star International School. Up to 30 scholarships will be awarded. Eligibility for current students includes four criteria: Academic results, Teacher's comment, Character development, and Extracurricular activities. Eligibility for new students for the 2026–2027 academic year includes four criteria: Academic results, Extracurricular activities, Achievements in competitions, and Teacher's comment. Timeline: For current students, the program launches December 1, 2025; applications are accepted April 1–16, 2026; interviews begin after May 15, 2026; results are announced after May 30, 2026. For new students, the program launches December 1, 2025; applications are accepted December 15, 2025–March 15, 2026; interviews begin after March 20, 2026; results are announced after March 31, 2026. The school reserves the right to update the talent scholarship program annually; final decisions rest with the Rewards and Recognition Committee. To receive information about the 2026–2027 talent scholarship, contact the Tay Ho campus at 98C To Ngoc Van, Tay Ho; working hours are Mon–Fri, 8am–4pm; phone numbers are +84 (0)964141496, +84 (0)24 3719 5115, +84 982 796 956; email [email protected].
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