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Pathway School - Phu Cuong Kindergarten

Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Vietnamese
Fees ₫124,112,000 - 128,360,000
Ages 1 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 5000
Type Co-educational
Opened 2014
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Montessori Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages English
Typical class size 25
Strengths Outdoor Education, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, High School, Senior Secondary School
Introduction

Pathway School – Phú Cường Kindergarten provides Montessori-based preschool learning with experiential methods to develop ethics, intellect, and resilience. Visual Montessori materials are used, and learning through real-life experiences helps children connect concepts. Classrooms are bright and spacious, creating a safe, welcoming environment. An outdoor play area and an obstacle course support physical development, balance, and confidence through active exploration. The program blends Montessori practices with Vietnamese education and English language support, and it leads into Cambridge Primary education and the Bespoke Curriculum for older students. Harmony SEL supports social-emotional growth. The Phú Cường campus opened in 2014 as the first Pathway School and is part of a wider network of more than 20 campuses in Ho Chi Minh City serving students from preschool through high school. Located at 83 Đường số 3, Lô C, Chung cư Bộ Công An, An Khánh Ward, Ho Chi Minh City.

Số 83 Đường số 3, Lô C, Chung cư Bộ Công An, Phường An Khánh, TP. HCM

The Essentials

Pathway School - Phu Cuong Kindergarten has 5,000 pupils, typical class sizes of 25, instruction in Vietnamese.

Location
No 83 No.3 Street, An Khanh Ward, Thu Duc City, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Stages
Preschool

Country affiliation
Vietnam
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniform is required. The main uniform set costs 350,000 VND; backpack costs 200,000 VND; pillow set costs 350,000 VND.

Food Options
Meal fees are mandatory and include three meals: breakfast, lunch, and a snack. They are charged according to the tuition package (quarterly or yearly). Meal fees in the fee schedule are provisional at the start of the school year/quarter and are settled at the end of the year based on actual usage.

Governance and Ownership
Part of Pathway School system; owned by Lien Minh Bach Khoa Education Joint Stock Company (Công ty Cổ Phần Giáo Dục Liên Minh Bách Khoa).
Fees

Annual tuition at Pathway School - Phu Cuong Kindergarten ranges from VND 124,112,000 to VND 128,360,000 for 2026/27.

Tuition fees (academic year 2025–2026 — applicable schedule used for 2026/27 database entry if 2026/27 not published)
- Nhà trẻ (18–36 tháng): VND 99,882,000 per year. Equivalent quarterly amount: VND 26,850,000 per quarter.
- Pathway Elite (3–6 tuổi): VND 103,230,000 per year. Equivalent quarterly amount: VND 27,750,000 per quarter.

Additional mandatory fees (typical amounts shown in the school fee schedule)
- Phí ăn (3 meals: breakfast, lunch, snack): VND 4,500,000 per quarter (VND 13,500,000 per year as shown in the schedule).
- Phí dịch vụ bán trú (daycare service): VND 1,500,000 per quarter (VND 4,500,000 per year).
- Phí cơ sở vật chất (one-off, per year): VND 5,000,000 per year.
- Phí học tập trải nghiệm (activities/experiential learning): VND 1,200,000 per year.
- Phí bảo hiểm học sinh: VND 30,000 per year.

One-time and incidental costs
- Đồng phục chính khóa (bộ): VND 350,000.
- Balo (ba lô): VND 200,000.
- Bộ mền gối (bộ): VND 350,000.
- Sách học và tài liệu: được thông báo vào đầu năm học (chi phí sách được tính riêng).
- Phí dịch vụ xe đưa đón, phí giữ học sinh ngoài giờ, phí lớp năng khiếu ngoài giờ: có áp dụng theo nhu cầu; mức phí được thông báo khi phụ huynh liên hệ tuyển sinh (phí không cố định trong biểu phí chính).

Application / registration fees
- There is no separate standalone application or registration fee item listed in the published fee schedule; required one-time items shown are facility fee, uniform and similar one-off costs as listed above.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Billing periods: fees are charged from the student's first day of attendance to the end of the applicable quarter or school year; parents must pay a minimum of one quarter per payment.
- Standard payment deadlines (example timetable used in the schedule): for continuing students, Quarter 1 / full-year payment due mid‑August, Quarter 2 due mid‑November, Quarter 3 due mid‑February (dates shown in the schedule for the comparable year were 15/08, 15/11, 15/02). New students are required to complete payment within seven working days after passing the admission assessment for that intake.
- Discounts and sibling policies: 7% discount for full-year payment; 5% discount for paying three consecutive quarters; 2% discount for paying two consecutive quarters. Sibling discount: second child 5% on tuition, third child 10% on tuition (applied to the later-enrolling children and subject to conditions).
- Late payment penalty: 0.03% per day on the outstanding amount; if fees remain unpaid beyond 30 days, the school may suspend class placement and services.

Refund, leave (bảo lưu), and cancellation rules
- Leave / retention (bảo lưu): Parents must notify in writing at least 03 days before an approved absence. One retention request is permitted for up to 6 months from the start of retention. Unused retained fees will be credited against the next payment.
- Refund on withdrawal or approved leave: tuition and bán trú service refunds for approved leave/withdrawal are processed at the rates specified in the schedule (the published policy indicates a 90% refund rule for certain refundable items under the leave/withdrawal provisions; public holidays and Tet days are treated as non‑refundable under specified conditions). Phí cơ sở vật chất is non‑refundable. Meal fees are refunded on a pro‑rata daily basis for approved short‑term leave when applicable. Specific refund percentages and conditions vary by fee type and timing of notification; the fee schedule lists the full conditions.

Boarding / residential fees
- Not applicable: this campus is a preschool/kindergarten facility and does not list boarding or residential fees.

Fee payment options
- Accepted payment methods include: payment via POS at the school, payment through the Pathway School mobile app, Link PayMe, bank transfer, and credit card. Bank transfer details and exact account information are provided by the school in the payment instructions.

Notes for database entry (concise facts for parent readers)
- Tuition is presented per year and per quarter for the preschool programs; meal, bán trú, facility and activity fees are additional and are billed alongside tuition according to the chosen payment period.
- Optional services such as bus transport and after‑school activities carry separate fees and are charged only when used.
Academics

Pathway School - Phu Cuong Kindergarten teaches Montessori Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 1 to 18.

Curriculum
The Pathway School Phú Cường campus offers preschool education that uses Montessori materials and experiential learning to develop children. Visual Montessori learning materials are used. Learning through real-life experiences is emphasized. Classrooms are spacious and inspiring. Outdoor play spaces and a connected activity zone support physical development and confidence. The program aims to nurture ethics, develop intellect, and build resilience from early childhood. It is located at No. 83, Street 3, Lot C, Chung cư Bộ Công An, An Khánh Ward, Ho Chi Minh City.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Pathway School Phú Cường emphasizes character education and personal development. Since 2014, the first Pathway School campus launched a journey of Character Education with the aim to nurture generations of students who are Happy and solid from within. The trust and participation of parents and the community have supported Pathway School's expansion, spreading humane education to many generations of students. Today, Pathway School operates more than 20 campuses in Ho Chi Minh City, offering preschool, primary, middle, and high school education. The school nurtures morality, cultivates wisdom, and trains resilience from early years through to adulthood, enabling students to enter life with inner strength and meaningful purpose for themselves, their families, and the community. The Phú Cường campus features an outdoor play space, a multi-activity obstacle course, visual Montessori learning tools, learning through real-life experiences, and inspiring classroom spaces.
Parent Experience

History
Pathway School's Phú Cường campus opened in 2014 as the first Pathway School, launching a Character Education journey with the goal of nurturing generations of students who are happy and strong from within. The trust and involvement of parents and the community formed the foundation for Pathway School to gradually expand and spread its humane education approach to more generations of students. To date, Pathway School has grown into a system with more than 20 campuses in Ho Chi Minh City, offering education from preschool through primary, secondary, and high school. Across this journey, each student is supported in nurturing morality, cultivating intellect, and building resilience from early childhood to adulthood. This foundation helps students enter life with inner strength and meaning for themselves, their families, and the community.

Community
Parents at the Phú Cường campus express trust in Pathway's approach, noting that Pathway teaches more than academics by nurturing character and essential life skills. They report that their children gain confidence, become more independent, and learn to share, thanks to the dedication and care of the teachers. The campus community emphasizes a safe, supportive learning environment and a values-based approach to education.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Pathway School – Phú Cường Campus is a spacious, modern kindergarten. It is located at 83 Đường số 3, Lô C, Chung cư Bộ Công An, Phường An Khánh, Ho Chi Minh City. The campus features an outdoor play area and an obstacle course to support active play and physical development. Visual Montessori learning materials are used to encourage independent learning and hands-on exploration. Classrooms are bright and thoughtfully arranged to feel safe and welcoming, fostering positive daily learning habits.

Sports Facilities
Outdoor play area provides a spacious, safe space for daily physical activity and healthy development. An obstacle course area features interconnected play elements to promote balance, coordination, and endurance in a positive, playful environment. The facilities are designed to encourage active exploration and social interaction during playtime. Children engage in lively, supervised play in a secure setting.

Academic Facilities
Visual Montessori learning materials are designed to be intuitive and well organized, helping children choose activities and develop early independence. Learning through real-world experiences involves hands-on manipulation, fostering thinking, concentration, and a natural love for learning. The learning spaces are bright and intentionally arranged to feel safe, comfortable, and conducive to positive daily study habits. The environment supports experiential learning that connects concepts to real-life contexts.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The preschool uses a Montessori Tue Duc approach to nurture children's personalities and prepare them for subsequent learning levels. The first six years combine Montessori education, Vietnamese education, Harmony SEL, and extensive English language support. Physical education and music sensory experiences accompany intellectual development. The learning environment fosters independence and responsibility with well-ventilated classrooms and outdoor spaces for exploration.

Arts & Creative
Montessori classrooms, a library with diverse learning aids, and well-designed materials support creative exploration. Music is included through music sensory courses as part of the preschool program. The environment encourages hands-on, collaborative creative activity and exploration of ideas.

Cultural & Language
Students participate in activities to understand and appreciate the nation's traditional culture. English language support is extensive to aid early language development. The daily learning integrates Vietnamese cultural awareness into activities and routines.

Social & Hobbies
Harmony SEL is a core component, supporting social-emotional development. The program fosters independence, curiosity, and collaboration with peers and teachers. Outdoor and nature-based activities encourage exploration and social interaction.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Physical development is supported by Sasuke Playground, with balance walks, ball exercises, stretching, and balance-beam activities. The outdoor environment is close to nature, allowing children to care for plants and surroundings. Mindfulness practice and morality-focused learning contribute to overall well-being.
Languages

Language Provision
Vietnamese education forms the basis of Pathway School, Phu Cuong Campus. English language instruction is provided with extensive support as part of the curriculum.
Admissions

Admissions
Step 1: School information research. Pathway School provides general information to parents about its programs and campuses. Families review the school's educational approach and offerings to determine fit. Step 2: Register for advice. After selecting a suitable campus, parents fill in the registration form. The Enrollment Division provides a detailed curriculum and fee policy and schedules a campus visit. Step 3: Take an input test. The Enrollment Division schedules a testing day after registration. Contents of the input test vary by level: Preschool includes age suitability (as defined by MOET) and assessments of psychology and physical condition, plus English, Vietnamese, and maths; Primary includes conduct, English, Vietnamese, maths, and a skill survey (Grade 1); Middle and High school include age suitability, completion of the prior program, required conduct (good or better), English, literature, maths, and psychology. Step 4: Finish the enrollment process. Parents submit enrollment documents and pay the required fees within seven days of receiving the test result. Enrollment documents include: enrollment form, enrollment agreement, child behavior questionnaire, physical evaluation, 3×4 photos (three photos), birth certificate copy (or notarized translation if foreigner), family record book copy or passport copy (if foreigner), school record and most recent transcripts (except preschool), certificate of completion of the primary program (for middle school) or level 2 (for high school), and a transfer recommendation letter (for transfer students). Notices: enrollment documents must be complete and authorized by the school's requirements, and students' academic results and conduct will be checked and evaluated by the Division of Enrollment.
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