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Saint Ange French International School

Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City

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The school at a glance
Instructs in French, English
Fees ₫5,790 - 9,250
Ages 0 - 11 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 2009
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum French Curriculum
Taught languages English, Vietnamese, French
Strengths Languages, Visual and Creative Arts, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Elementary
Introduction

Saint Ange French International School is a bilingual French curriculum school in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, serving children from 12 months to 11 years. The school is AEFE-affiliated and follows the French Ministry of National Education programs, with French as the primary language of instruction. An English Section adds eight hours of English per week and a Cultural Enrichment Program, helping pupils develop strong bilingual skills in CP to CM2. The campus comprises two buildings on Nguyen Van Huong Avenue in Thao Dien, with the creche and kindergarten opposite the elementary school. Class sizes are capped at 20 students, and each class benefits from two French-speaking teaching assistants in addition to the lead teacher. The school emphasizes a nurturing, small-school environment and offers a broad extracurricular program, including after-school activities and clubs in arts, languages, and community service, aligned with AEFE standards and the school's secular, private setup today.

Nguyễn Văn Hưởng/189 A1 Thảo Điền, An Khánh, Hồ Chí Minh 711000, Vietnam

The Essentials

Saint Ange French International School has instruction in French, English.

Location

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Located in Thao Dien, Thu Duc City, at 189 A1 Nguyen Van Huong. It is an AEFE-approved French international school.

Stages

Nursery (12 months+); Kindergarten; Elementary (Grade 1 to Grade 5, CM2) — ages roughly 12 months to 11 years.

Type

French international school (AEFE-approved) in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam; delivers a French curriculum with English taught as a progressive language and Vietnamese language development.

Additional learning support

FLE (French as a Foreign Language) classes in addition to the normal curriculum, up to 3 hours for new learners of French with a specialised teacher.

Country affiliation

AEFE-affiliated (Agency for French Education Abroad).

Bus service

16-seater school bus service with routes serving District 2, District 7, District 9, and Tan Bình.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement

Uniforms for class and sport; the kit includes four sets of uniforms and two sport T-shirts.

Food Options

Western and local meals are prepared on site by the chef according to a diet plan based on children's needs.

Governance and Ownership

Private, secular, francophone school; AEFE homologation; approved in the International School category by Vietnamese authorities; part of the AEFE network.
Fees

Annual tuition at Saint Ange French International School ranges from VND 5,790 to VND 9,250 for 2026/27.

Application fees

- Registration (first year only): USD 550 for Kindergarten/Primary.
- Registration (crèche / nursery, first year only): USD 450.

Tuition fees (2026/2027) — Kindergarten / Primary (Maternelle & Primaire)

- Payment options shown: annual or quarterly (trimestrial) totals are provided below; amounts are stated in USD and include lunch unless noted otherwise.
- Quarterly (trimestrial) schedule and amounts:
- 1st trimester (September–December):
- French-nationality child: USD 3,310 per trimester.
- Other nationalities: USD 3,700 per trimester.
- 2nd trimester (January–March):
- French-nationality child: USD 2,480 per trimester.
- Other nationalities: USD 2,770 per trimester.
- 3rd trimester (April–June):
- French-nationality child: USD 2,480 per trimester.
- Other nationalities: USD 2,770 per trimester.
- Annual payment total (September–June):
- French-nationality child: USD 7,760 per year.
- Other nationalities: USD 8,700 per year.

Tuition fees (2026/2027) — Crèche / Nursery (12 months to 3 years)

- Registration fee (first year only): USD 450.
- Quarterly (trimestrial) with lunch — Full day / Half day (Lapinous):
- 1st trimester (September–December): Full day USD 2,460 — Half day USD 2,040.
- 2nd trimester (January–March): Full day USD 1,850 — Half day USD 1,530.
- 3rd trimester (April–June): Full day USD 1,850 — Half day USD 1,530.
- Annual payment (where shown): USD 5,790 (annual figure listed for the crèche).

Other compulsory or commonly billed costs

- Uniforms + school insurance (pack described as 4 sets + 2 sport T‑shirts): USD 150.
- School bus (round trip): USD 85 per month.
- School manuals / exercise books and occasional fees related to school outings are listed among tuition components or may be charged as ancillary costs; families are responsible for those items as specified in the school's financial rules.
- Family discount: 10% discount on the 2nd child enrolled; 15% on the 3rd child and subsequent children (conditions apply).
- AEFE scholarships: French-nationality pupils may be eligible for AEFE scholarships awarded by the French Consulate; eligibility and the application process follow AEFE/Consulate rules.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Payment periodicities available: annual, trimestrial (quarterly) or monthly.
- Invoicing and due dates:
- The first payment of school fees (and registration fee) is due at the time of registration.
- When a family chooses monthly payments, monthly installments must be paid before the 10th of each month.
- When a family chooses trimestrial payment, tuition for the trimester is due at the start of the trimester (invoices issued at the beginning of the period).
- An invoice is issued at the start of the billing period; families will be reminded if payment is not received within the standard window.
- Late payment penalties and consequences:
- Late payments are subject to penalties: a 5% surcharge is applied for each half‑month (quinzaine) of delay beyond the payment deadlines.
- Continued non‑payment may lead to a formal meeting with school leadership and, if unresolved, to the student's removal from the school roll and possible legal follow‑up.
- Currency and exchange rate handling:
- Fees are quoted in US Dollars (USD).
- Exchange rates for currency conversion (if applicable) are recalculated on the 1st and the 15th of each month.
- Payment instruments and restrictions:
- The school's financial rules state that foreign bank cheques drawn on banks outside Vietnam are not accepted. Specific accepted instruments (bank transfer, local cheque, card, cash) are not listed in the public fee documents; families should follow the invoicing instructions supplied by the school at registration.

Refund and withdrawal policy

- Registration fees are non‑refundable.
- Early departure / withdrawal refund rules:
- If the family paid monthly or trimestrial, no refund will be made for the remainder of the year in case of early departure.
- If the family paid annually and a pupil leaves before the start of a trimester, a refund equal to 75% of the unstarted trimester(s) will be issued.
- Administrative requirement at departure: families must notify the school and complete the formal withdrawal process; outstanding accounts must be settled and school property (loaned books, library items) returned.

Boarding / accommodation

- Boarding is not provided. Saint Ange operates as a crèche, nursery and day school (preschool and primary day provision for ages roughly 12 months to 11 years).

Notes on routine extras

- Extra‑curricular activities, holiday camps and optional extended‑day programs may carry separate charges; costs for these options are set and billed separately when offered. Families are responsible for optional activity fees and incidental charges as invoiced.

Cordial, and please proceed with registration or invoice review using the figures and terms above when preparing enrolment paperwork.
Academics

Saint Ange French International School teaches French Curriculum for students aged 0 to 11.

Curriculum

Follows the French National Education System as applied in Saint Ange, with French as the primary language of instruction. Education is delivered in strict compliance with the programs of the French Ministry of National Education and reinforced by ongoing English language practice from kindergarten. The school provides an English Section that adds eight hours of English per week integrated into the French curriculum (CP to CM2). Saint Ange operates as an AEFE-homologated private school in Ho Chi Minh City and serves nursery through elementary levels (From 12 months to 11 years). The school emphasizes a small-school environment, with class sizes capped at 20 students per class and two French-speaking teaching assistants in each class up to CM2, in addition to the lead teacher.

Student Teacher Ratio

Class sizes are capped at 20 students per class. Each class up to CM2 includes two teaching assistants in addition to the teacher.

Higher Education Progression

They can later enter prestigious French universities and higher education institutions.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school teaches socialisation and living with others.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school provides individualised attention to children and their needs.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

French is the main language, English is taught progressively as an additional language, and Vietnamese is developed.
Parent Experience

Community

The nursery and school are located in Thao Dien, Ho Chi Minh City, facing each other on Nguyen Van Huong Avenue (189 A1 - 188 A2). The two buildings house the crèche & kindergarten and the elementary school, serving children from 12 months to 11 years. The school hosts community events and activities, including a Summer Camp from July 6 to August 14, 2026; an Open Day on March 14, 2026; and a Christmas Market and Garage Sale on December 13, 2025.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

APE (Association des Parents d'Elèves) VN is the Parents' Association. Parents' involvement is supported through the APE VN and the Parents' Review on the site. The site features Life on Campus sections including 'Events' and 'After-School Activities & Schoolwork support' to engage families. Saint Ange organizes events such as the Christmas Market & Garage Sale, which features pony rides and a festive choir. These elements illustrate an active parent-network and structured family engagement within the Saint Ange community.
Facilities

Facilities Overview

The school has two buildings in Thao Dien, Ho Chi Minh City, facing each other on Nguyen Van Huong Avenue. The crèche & kindergarten building is opposite the elementary school. The Saint Ange French International School is private, francophone and secular, with AEFE homologation.

Extra Curricular Facilities

Extracurricular activities and leisure activities are listed under School Life.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual

Extracurricular activities strengthen morale, physical development, and skills. Saint Ange school offers 10 after-school activities. From Monday to Friday, 4pm to 5pm, pupils can discover, learn, create or exercise. Help with schoolwork is provided by three teachers, and a brochure for Extra Curricular Activities 2024-2025 is available.

Arts & Creative

After-school activities include creative and hands-on pursuits. Pupils can discover new interests, learn new skills, and engage in creative projects during the after-school program. Saint Ange offers 10 after-school activities to suit varied interests. Activities run from 4pm to 5pm, Monday to Friday, with supervision and schoolwork support.

Cultural & Language

Saint Ange offers an English Section designed to help students master both French and English. It serves CP to CM2 (grades 1–5). The Advanced English Program adds two extra hours weekly, totaling eight English hours integrated into the French curriculum. A Cultural Enrichment Program covers literature, culture, geography, and history of English-speaking countries, including Classic Tales, Celebrations, Great Literary Figures, Modern Poetry, and Theatre. Classes are taught by a native English-speaking teacher.

Social & Hobbies

After-school activities provide social and recreational opportunities after classes. They run Monday to Friday, 4pm to 5pm, with options to discover, learn, create or exercise, ensuring there is something for everyone. The program supports student interests and peer engagement through supervised, after-school sessions.

Community & Service

The school hosts community events such as a Christmas Market and Garage Sale. Parent involvement is organized through the APE (Association des Parents d'Elèves). Families and the local community participate in these events. The openness to parent involvement is reflected in the APE and related activities.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

Extracurricular activities strengthen morale and physique and support skill development. After-school sessions run from 4pm to 5pm, offering opportunities to exercise, learn, and engage in creative activities in a supervised setting.
Languages

Language Provision

French is the main language of instruction. English is learned progressively and reinforced, with an English Section available for enhanced English instruction. The school offers FLE (French as a Foreign Language) up to three hours per week for new learners. Vietnamese language is valorized in enrollment materials.

Bilingual Teaching

The school teaches in English and French. From kindergarten, children begin English language study alongside French. The regular program is French with reinforced English practice initiated from kindergarten. An English Section provides dedicated bilingual instruction to master both languages.

Immersion Programs

The English Section is offered for CP to CM2 (ages 6 to 11). The Advanced English Program adds two hours of English each week, for a total of eight hours of English integrated into the French curriculum. Classes are taught by a native English-speaking teacher. The program includes a cultural enrichment component exploring English-speaking literature, culture, geography, and history.
Reputation

Awards

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Accreditations

The school is private, francophone and secular. It has AEFE homologation and is approved in the category 'International School' by Vietnamese ministries and administrations. The AEFE network includes 566 schools in 138 countries and is the guarantor of the French education system abroad.
Admissions

Admissions

1. Contact us. Reach Samuel Robez at 070 30 488 75 or by email at contact@saintangeschool.com for information about enrollment and to ask questions about intake. The school provides guidance on the enrollment process and options for prospective families. When you're ready, you can arrange a visit to learn more about Saint Ange.

2. Visit the school and its facilities. Visit the school at 189 A1 Nguyen Van Huong – Thao Dien, Anh Khan, Ho Chi Minh City to tour classrooms and facilities and to meet staff. A campus tour helps families understand the environment and ask specific questions about programs and placement.

3. Your child joins the class. Class capacity is limited. The school reserves the right to assess your child's level of French to determine placement, and admission above CP may require a language assessment. French as a Foreign Language (FLE) is available in addition to the standard program, up to 3 hours per day with a specialist teacher.

4. Administrative registration. Administrative enrollment proceeds after information about your child is collected via the enrollment form and related documents. There are registration fees, and the school provides access to the enrollment form and related materials.

5. Welcome to the Saint Ange family. Welcome your child to the Saint Ange community and plan for the 2026-2027 school year. Onboarding and orientation support are provided as needed.

6. Age/class placement. The school places students by age into corresponding classes: 6 months to 2 years old – Nursery; 2–3 years old – TPS (Nursery); 3–4 years old – PS (Preschool); 4–5 years old – MS (Pre-Kindergarten); 5–6 years old – GS (Kindergarten); 6–7 years old – CP (Grade 1); 7–8 years old – CE1 (Grade 2); 8–9 years old – CE2 (Grade 3); 9–10 years old – CM1 (Grade 4); 10–11 years old – CM2 (Grade 5).
School Events
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