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The Dewey Schools - Tay Ho Tay Campus

Vietnam, Hanoi

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Vietnamese
Fees ₫180,000,000 - 647,900,000
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1400
Type Co-educational
Bus Service Yes
Part of
The Dewey Schools
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (MYP), IB (DP), American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages English, Vietnamese
Typical class size 32
Strengths STEM, Academic Enrichment, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Arts and Creative, Community and Service, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Primary School, Preschool, Middle School, High School
Introduction

The Dewey Schools Tay Ho Tay is a member of the Council of International Schools (CIS) and an authorized IB World School offering both the MYP and DP programmes. The school provides a learning environment that blends the strengths of international education with the richness of Vietnamese cultural values. Its mission is to nurture global citizens who are confident, creative, capable of self-directed learning, equipped with critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

This campus is part of The Dewey Schools

Lô H3-LC, P. Lưu Cơ, Starlake, Bắc Từ Liêm, Hà Nội 11900, Vietnam

The Essentials

The Dewey Schools - Tay Ho Tay Campus has 1,400 pupils, typical class sizes of 32, instruction in English, Vietnamese.

Location
The Dewey Schools – Tay Ho Tay Campus is located in the Starlake Urban Area, Bac Tu Liem District, Hanoi. This is a newly developed neighbourhood with modern infrastructure and easy access to key parts of the city. The area is accessible by major roads connecting to central Hanoi and nearby residential districts.

Stages
The school provides education from Early Years through High School, following its system-wide structure of *Primary, Middle School and High School* programmes. Students progress through bilingual and international pathways, including the IB MYP and DP at the secondary level. Each stage is designed to support age-appropriate learning and development.

Type
The Dewey Schools – Tay Ho Tay is a co-educational day school, welcoming both boys and girls.

Additional learning support
The school does not publicly disclose specific information about Special Educational Needs (SEN) support or additional learning support.

Country affiliation
The school does not have a formal affiliation with any particular country.

Religious affiliation
The school does not have any religious affiliations.

School day structure
The school does not publicly disclose information on their day structure. Families are usually informed directly through school handbooks or admissions materials.

Bus service
The Dewey Schools offers an optional school bus service for students, which is managed as part of the school’s transportation support. Parents typically register their children and select routes during admissions or at the start of the school year.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
The Tay Ho Tay campus has a 5-star canteen and on-site G-coffee.

Governance and Ownership
The Tay Ho Tay campus is part of The Dewey Schools network. It is a CIS member and an IB World School offering the DP and a candidate for the MYP, with a partner school relationship with Mount Vernon School (USA).
Fees

Annual tuition at The Dewey Schools - Tay Ho Tay Campus ranges from VND 180,000,000 to VND 647,900,000 for 2026/27.

Development Fees
* Annual Development Fee: VND 10,000,000

Bilingual Discover Programme:
* Primary: VND 180,000,000
* Middle School: VND 200,600,000
* High School: VND 237,000,000

International Adventure Programme
* Grade 6–8: VND 285,600,000
* Grade 9: VND 333,200,000
* Grade 10: VND 356,900,000
* Grade 11: VND 380,700,000
* Grade 12 (studying in Vietnam): VND 589,700,000
* Grade 12 (studying in the USA): 25,800 USD per year (equivalent fee for overseas study)

International Journey Programme
* Grade 1–5: VND 420,800,000
* Grade 6–8: VND 485,700,000
* Grade 9: VND 550,600,000
* Grade 10: VND 593,800,000
* Grade 11-12: VND 647,900,000

Food expenses:
* Breakfast: VND 4,625,000
Lunch and afternoon snack are obligatory and differs for each programme

Bus service fee
* Under 12km: VND 26,000,000 (same for all grades and programmes)
* From 12km onwards: VND 29,000,000 (same for all grades and programmes)
Academics

The Dewey Schools - Tay Ho Tay Campus teaches IB (MYP), IB (DP), American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
The Dewey Schools - Tay Ho Tay Campus offers a combination of Vietnamese, bilingual, and international programmes across Primary, Middle and High School levels. In secondary school, the campus delivers the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the IB Diploma Programme (DP), both officially recognised as part of its status as an IB International School. The school also provides international pathways through partnerships such as the Mount Vernon School (USA), allowing students to pursue an American-style high school education. Learners follow a curriculum designed to integrate Vietnamese cultural foundations with global competencies, with increasing English-medium instruction at higher grade levels. By the end of high school, students may work toward the IB Diploma or an American dual-diploma pathway, depending on their programme choice.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school integrates social-emotional learning experiences into regular activities by helping students build skills such as emotional awareness, self-management, positive thinking, listening, negotiation, decision-making, forgiveness and problem-solving.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school does not describe itself as a specialist SEN institution, however, the psychology team can provide targeted group therapy for students assessed at risk and individual 1-on-1 support for students with more significant psychological needs.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school does not publicly disclose information on EAL support.

Mental Wellbeing
The Dewey Schools has a dedicated School Psychology Office where students can receive support from qualified specialists in clinical and school psychology. These specialists work closely with teachers to identify students at risk early and provide appropriate support.

The school actively monitors students’ mental health through regular screening of psychological health for all students. Based on screening results, the school implements comprehensive psychological support programmes ranging from preventive social-emotional skill development for most students to group support and individual therapy for those who need it.

Safeguarding
The Dewey Schools has a formal Child Protection Policy that commits to providing a safe and healthy environment to protect students’ physical, mental and overall welfare. This policy outlines obligations under relevant Vietnamese child protection law and international standards, including equal treatment, respect and protection of children’s rights.

The policy includes systems for reporting and responding to concerns. The school has designated reporting channels and documentation procedures to support confidential and timely action when a child protection issue arises.
Parent Experience

History
The Dewey Schools operates as part of the Edufit Education Group, a private Vietnamese education organisation that manages several school systems nationwide. The school system began development as part of Edufit’s expansion of bilingual and international K–12 education offerings in Vietnam. The campus was developed within the Tay Ho Tay (Starlake) urban area as one of the network’s modern-purpose-built schools. The Dewey Schools positions itself as a forward-looking Vietnamese international school system integrating global programmes such as the IB MYP and DP.

Community

The Dewey Schools integrates community service activities into its educational approach, emphasising responsibility, empathy, and care for both local and global issues. Students are encouraged to investigate real-world problems and design solutions, and they are supported to organise and participate in community projects and volunteer work. Examples include student involvement in a charity trip to Quảng Bình where students, parents, and staff helped build facilities at ethnic minority schools, and a fundraising campaign for the Vietnam Red Cross driven by student-led awareness and apparel sales. Additional activities cited for the broader Dewey system involve environmental research and cleanup efforts and creative sustainability projects, reflecting broad student engagement in community-focused learning.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding PTA.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The Tay Ho Tay campus covers a total area of 21,900 m². The design is built on five principles: safety, innovation, accessibility, connectivity, and community, with 500 days of design, 80 experts, 60 sketches, and 15 visits to eight countries. The campus includes a 3‑story library, a sky garden, a 5‑star canteen, a G‑coffee area, and a gymnasium. Smart classrooms and 100 function rooms support learning across levels, and there is a playground and outdoor area of 1,100 m². The campus is a CIS member and an IB World School offering IB Diploma Program and IB Middle Years Program.

Sports Facilities
The campus has a gymnasium and a playground/outdoor area of 1,100 m² for physical activities.

Academic Facilities
The Tay Ho Tay campus offers four academic programs: Journey International Program (Grades 1–12; 85% English, 15% Vietnamese and other languages) with a Mount Vernon School (USA) high school diploma; Adventure International Program (Grades 6–12; 78% English, 22% Vietnamese) with a Vietnam General Upper Secondary Education Diploma and a Mount Vernon School (USA) diploma; Discover Integrated Program (Grades 1–12; 45% English, 55% Vietnamese) with a Vietnam General Upper Secondary Education Diploma; and the IB Program (IB Diploma), with the school designated as an IB candidate school in 2022. English is the instructional language up to 90%. The campus features an American-standard Makerspace spanning 400 m² to support technology and engineering learning, a Vietnamese-Literature curriculum to foster language comprehension and emotional communication, and a multicultural environment with students and teachers from 13+ countries. Mental health care is provided through school counseling activities.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Extracurricular activities include 30+ arts and sports clubs. Local and international summer camps are offered, along with after-school clubs, field trips, and community activities to broaden student experiences.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Journey International Program develops 21st-century global citizenship skills and language proficiency. The program serves foreign and Vietnamese students seeking an international curriculum and is delivered in English. The school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and Middle Years Programme with bilingual instruction in English and Vietnamese. The Dewey Schools collaborate with Mount Vernon School and provide courses aligned with American standards.

Arts & Creative
Arts and creative expression are supported within the program framework. The Journey International Program includes courses in creative disciplines such as theater and industrial design. Extracurricular Activities provide opportunities for artistic pursuits.

Cultural & Language
English and Vietnamese are languages of instruction. The bilingual environment supports international engagement. The IB programmes are delivered in a bilingual context, reflecting the school's international orientation.

Social & Hobbies
Extracurricular Activities are offered as part of The Dewey Schools program. These activities complement academic study and support social development. Clubs and groups are facilitated in a multicultural environment.

Community & Service
University and Career Counseling Office supports higher education planning for students. The school's international partnerships and CIS membership foster broader opportunities for student development. The Dewey Schools' global orientation informs guidance and programming for graduates.

Leadership & Professional
Students come from 30+ nationalities across The Dewey Schools. The system serves 7,500+ students. About 82% of graduates receive offers of early university admission, and 45% receive scholarships. The school has an educational partnership with Mount Vernon School and is a CIS member, reflecting international accreditation and collaboration.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Facilities at the Tay Ho Tay campus include a large library, a canteen, a gym, and a four-season pool. Additional facilities include a soccer field and a garden to support physical activity and wellbeing. These resources support a balanced lifestyle and opportunities for fitness and wellness.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the instructional language up to 90%. Vietnamese-Literature curriculum tailored to foster language comprehension and emotional communication skills. Two intra-curricular IELTS periods reinforce English proficiency. Multicultural environment with students and teachers from 13+ countries.

Bilingual Teaching
The Tay Ho Tay campus uses English and Vietnamese for instruction across all programs. Journey International Program uses 85% English and 15% Vietnamese and other languages. Adventure International Program uses 78% English and 22% Vietnamese and other languages. Discover Integrated Program uses 45% English and 55% Vietnamese, Integrated Explore Program uses 35% English and 65% Vietnamese, and the IB Program uses 90% English and 10% other languages.
Reputation

Awards
The school does not publicly disclose information on past awards.

Accreditations

* Council of International Schools (CIS) Membership
The Dewey Schools is listed as a member school of the Council of International Schools (CIS), an international organisation that supports schools in implementing high standards in global education quality, leadership and student wellbeing.

* International Baccalaureate (IB) Authorization: MYP and DP
The Dewey Schools is an IB World School authorised to offer the Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the Diploma Programme (DP). Being authorised means the school meets IB’s standards for curriculum delivery, teacher training and assessment practices.
Admissions

Admissions

1. Parents begin by registering for admission via the school’s admission form and providing basic family and student information. This includes campus and grade level of interest. After registration, families are asked to complete payment of the registration fee and entrance assessment fee.

2. Students then take part in an entrance assessment according to a schedule set by the school. For Grade 1 applicants, this includes experiences focusing on soft skills, logical thinking, and English language. For Grades 2–12, the assessment includes academic checks in Vietnamese Literature, English, and Mathematics which are delivered through interviews and written tests.

3. The school provides assessment results within a maximum of 10 working days after the student has completed the entrance evaluation. This allows families to understand the child’s learning profile and the school’s placement decision within a clear timeframe. Results form the basis for moving forward with the enrolment and class placement process.

4. If the student is accepted, parents proceed to complete the enrolment file as required by the school. At this stage, families also need to finalise financial procedures, which includes paying the required fees according to the school’s guidance. Only when both documents and financial obligations are completed is enrolment considered confirmed.

5. After all steps above are completed, the student officially begins school and starts attending classes according to the school calendar. The school then carries out its normal processes for class placement and ongoing academic and pastoral support.

Scholarships
The school states that it organises an annual talent scholarship competition to identify young talents. Through this competition, students can receive scholarships covering from 50% up to 100% of tuition fees. In addition, The Dewey Schools has reward policies for currently enrolled students who achieve strong results in academics, sports, arts and community activities. This acts as a way to encourage them to continue developing their abilities. .

Waitlist
The school does not publicly disclose information on any existing waitlist system.
School Events
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