Vietnam Australia International School - Garden Hills Campus

Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English, Vietnamese

Fees ₫155,000,000 - 585,592,000

Ages 3 - 18 years

Type Co-educational

Opened 2016

Bus Service Yes

Part of

Academic offering

Curriculum Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels

Taught languages English, Vietnamese

Strengths Visual and Creative Arts, Academic Enrichment, Service and Sustainability

Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service

Stages Primary School, Secondary School, Kindergarten, High School

Introduction

Vietnam Australia International School (VAS) – Garden Hills Campus opened in 2016 in Go Vap District, Ho Chi Minh City. The school offers programmes from Kindergarten through High School. The campus is designed with open green spaces and abundant landscaping, providing a learning environment connected with nature. Classrooms and function rooms are equipped with technology suitable for students’ age-appropriate learning needs. Safety, hygiene, and ventilation are also carefully maintained. VAS Garden Hills delivers the Cambridge Academic Programme International (CAPI), where most subjects are taught in English and students can graduate with Cambridge internationally recognised certificates. The school also integrates Vietnamese language and national curriculum elements alongside the Cambridge programme. Notable at Garden Hills are achievement recognitions in competitions such as the Singapore & Asia Mathematics Olympiad and the Duke of York ICT Competition, reflecting active student engagement beyond classrooms.

This campus is part of Vietnam Australia International School

168 Đ. Phan Văn Trị, Phường 5, Gò Vấp, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh 70000, Vietnam

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The Essentials

Location

Vietnam Australia International School – Garden Hills Campus is located in Go Vap District, Ho Chi Minh City, at 168 Phan Van Tri Street, An Nhon Ward. The campus is in the northern part of the city with access to major roads connecting it to central and suburban areas of Ho Chi Minh City. The school’s setting features landscaped open spaces with green areas integrated into the campus design.

Stages

The Garden Hills campus offers education from Kindergarten through Primary School, Secondary School, and High School, following the Cambridge International Programme alongside the Vietnamese National Curriculum.

Type

The school is co-educational, welcoming both boys and girls across all grade levels.

Additional learning support

The school does not provide specific details about additional learning support provisions such as SEN programmes for students with special educational needs.

Country affiliation

The school does not have any country affiliations.

Religious affiliation

The school does not have any religious affiliations.

School day structure

The school day varies slightly by level. Kindergarten lessons run from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Primary School operates from 7:45 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. Secondary School begins at 7:30 a.m. and finishes at 4:30 p.m. These schedules provide full-day learning with time allocated for classroom activities, breaks, meals and end-of-day pick-up.

Bus service

The school has bus transportation available across locations, with buses that pick up students of all grades across the city, prioritizing safety and supervised by professional staff.

Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership

The Garden Hills campus is part of the Vietnam Australia International School (VAS) system. The campus is governed by a leadership team including a Director, Academic Division (MOET & Cambridge), who serves as School Principal; a Deputy Principal; and an Acting Academic Deputy Manager for the MOET program. The Central Academic Division oversees the academic vision across all VAS campuses.

Fees

Reservation Fee
VND 20,000,000

Application Fee
Preschool: VND 1,000,000
Primary: VND 3,000,000
Secondary: VND 3,000,000

Registration Fee
Preschool: VND 6,000,000
Primary: VND 12,000,000
Secondary: VND 12,000,000

Cambridge English Programme (CEP)

Preschool / Kindergarten (Nursery, Pre-1, Pre-2, Pre-3):
VND 155,000,000 across all grades

Primary:
Grade 1: VND 179,080,000
Grade 2: VND 203,700,000
Grade 3: VND 212,720,000
Grade 4: VND 226,260,000
Grade 5: VND 239,800,000

Secondary and High School:
Grade 6: VND 246,720,000
Grade 7: VND 267,580,000
Grade 8: VND 285,620,000
Grade 9: VND 316,800,000
Grade 10: VND 338,700,000
Grade 11: VND 348,240,000
Grade 12: VND 381,852,000

Cambridge Academic Programme Bi-lingual (CAP Bi-lingual)

Preschool / Kindergarten
Pre-2: VND 202,400,000
Pre-3: VND 202,400,000

Primary:
Grade 1: VND 214,820,000
Grade 2: VND 233,540,000
Grade 3: VND 243,880,000
Grade 4: VND 259,400,000
Grade 5: VND 274,920,000

Secondary and High School:
Grade 6: VND 283,000,000
Grade 7: VND 306,760,000
Grade 8: VND 327,440,000
Grade 9: VND 363,380,000
Grade 10: VND 384,820,000

Cambridge Academic Programme International (CAP Int'l)

Primary:
Grade 1: VND 265,320,000
Grade 2: VND 288,280,000
Grade 3: VND 301,040,000
Grade 4: VND 320,200,000
Grade 5: VND 339,360,000

Secondary and High School:
Grade 6: VND 349,460,000
Grade 7: VND 378,640,000
Grade 8: VND 404,160,000
Grade 9: VND 451,200,000
Grade 10: VND 473,400,000
Grade 11: VND 557,960,000
Grade 12: VND 585,592,000

Transportation Fee (varies for each programmes)

0-2km: VND 16,524,000 - VND 16,983,000
2.1-4km: VND 26,892,000 - VND 27,639,000
4.1-6km: VND 35,100,000 - VND 36,075,000
6.1-8km: VND 42,372,000 - VND 43,549,000
8.1-10km: VND 47,556,000 - VND 48,877,000
10.1-12km: VND 52,704,000 - VND 54,168,000
12.1-14km: VND 56,808,000 - VND 58,386,000

Meal Fee (varies for each programmes)

Preschool: VND 30,866,000
Primary: VND 29,999,000 - VND 30,866,000
Secondary: VND 36,711,000 - VND 37,772,000

Academics

Curriculum

Vietnam Australia International School – Garden Hills delivers the Cambridge Academic Programme International (CAPI) across all year levels from Kindergarten through Primary, Secondary, and High School, with most subjects taught in English and a few in Vietnamese. Graduates of the programme receive Cambridge certificates that correspond with their stage of study. The school’s curriculum structure includes pathways such as CAPI (full Cambridge), CAP (Cambridge Academic Programme), and CEP (Cambridge English Programme) to match students’ learning needs. The curriculum is aligned with the Cambridge International framework and integrated into everyday teaching and assessment. Students build knowledge and skills progressively as they advance through each stage, culminating in internationally recognised Cambridge qualifications at secondary and high school levels. This curriculum is consistent with the VAS system’s commitment to international academic standards.

Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school does not publicly disclose information regarding its Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) programmes.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) support.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school does not publicly disclose information regarding English as an Additional Language (EAL) support. While English is part of the Cambridge curriculum offered at VAS, the school does not specify whether tailored EAL programmes, specialist teachers, or targeted language-support pathways are provided for students who require additional assistance.

Mental Wellbeing

The school does not publicly disclose information regarding mental wellbeing programmes or services.

Safeguarding

The school does not publicly disclose information regarding safeguarding or child protection policies.

Parent Experience

History

Vietnam Australia International School – Garden Hills Campus was established in 2016, as part of the VAS system and designed with a focus on green architecture with ample open spaces and landscaping integrated into campus life. It is one of the international campuses within the Vietnam Australia International School (VAS) network, which began operating years earlier as part of a broader bilingual education initiative in Ho Chi Minh City. Garden Hills is recognised as a pioneering international school for the northern part of Ho Chi Minh City. *The official VAS network marking 20+ years of educational delivery underscores its broader historical context in the region.*

Community

The school participates in the VAS Community Programme, through which students actively engage in community and social-impact projects, including service initiatives and student-led activities that benefit local families and groups. The broader VAS network regularly features system-wide cultural and service activities such as community projects, exhibitions, and collaborative events which are shared across campuses, including Garden Hills. These activities reflect a school culture where students, families, and staff participate beyond classroom learning.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

The official Vietnam Australia International School website does not disclose specific information regarding a Parent Teacher Association (PTA).

Facilities

Facilities Overview

Garden Hills Campus is designed with contemporary green architecture and abundant open spaces that connect learning with nature. It is the pioneering international school in North Saigon. The campus emphasizes adherence to safety, hygiene, fire prevention, and ventilation regulations. Classrooms and function rooms are equipped with cutting-edge technology to support age-appropriate learning. Garden Hills offers a serene, eco-friendly environment with 60% natural spaces and spaces like playgrounds for outdoor learning.

Sports Facilities

Outdoor spaces include playgrounds with soft grass and tree-lined areas. The campus provides basketball and volleyball courts and multi-purpose indoor sports facilities. The facilities support physical education and teamwork with age-appropriate spaces. These facilities emphasize creativity and physical activity within a bilingual framework.

Academic Facilities

The Cambridge Academic Programme International (CAPI) is the teaching framework used at Garden Hills. Most subjects are taught in English, with only a few in Vietnamese. Graduates receive globally recognized Cambridge certificates. The campus offers pathways across Kindergarten, Primary, Secondary and High School levels under Cambridge programs, including CAPI, Cambridge Academic Programme (CAP), and Cambridge English Programme (CEP).

Extra Curricular Facilities

Beyond academics, Garden Hills offers clubs, field trips, sports, and competitions to develop communication, collaboration and resilience. Activities include arts, robotics, and team-building events to build life skills such as problem-solving and teamwork.

Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual

Internal ECAs include critical thinking clubs conducted by both foreign and Vietnamese teachers during the school day. The programme provides opportunities to compete in academic and talent events such as VAS Olympics, English Speaking Contest, and Math-Robocon-Science Competitions. Garden Hills Campus has medal-winning participation in international and city-level events, including a Silver medal at the City-level April Olympiad in Ho Chi Minh City and Bronze medals at SASMO 2019 and the Duke of York ICT Competition. These activities develop analytical thinking, problem-solving, and subject-specific knowledge.

Arts & Creative

Internal ECAs include creative environments and performing arts activities. After-school activities include arts-related options such as dancing. Competitions such as VAS Painting Contest and VAS Got Talent provide outlets for artistic talent. Art and performance are supported by teachers from diverse backgrounds.

Cultural & Language

English language development is supported through language-focused events such as the English Speaking Contest. Practical outdoor activities expose students to culture through tours to historic sites and natural environments. Outdoor learning sessions and cultural experiences are part of the programme.

Social & Hobbies

Internal ECAs include sporting clubs and social and hobby groups. After-school activities include dancing, swimming, hiking, yoga, football, and basketball. The programme encourages participation in clubs and groups to develop interests and social skills.

Community & Service

The school organises community activities focused on environment protection and philanthropy. VAS runs community programmes to foster service and social responsibility. These activities help build a sense of community and kindness.

Leadership & Professional

Competitions such as VAS Olympics and VAS MC Contest develop leadership, communication, and teamwork skills. Participation in team-based ECAs builds collaboration and professional skills. The programme provides opportunities to practice organization, planning, and presentation.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

After-school activities include dancing, swimming, hiking, yoga, football, and basketball. Internal sporting clubs and practical outdoor activities promote physical health and wellbeing. Outdoor learning sessions and themed tours contribute to wellness and balance.

Languages

Language Provision

Most subjects are taught in English, with a minority in Vietnamese. The Cambridge Academic Programme International (CAPI) and the Cambridge Academic Programme (CAP) are offered, along with the Cambridge English Programme (CEP). The Cambridge English Programme supports English language development.

Bilingual Teaching

The school offers bilingual teaching in English and Vietnamese; most subjects are taught in English, with a minority in Vietnamese.

Reputation

Awards

The school does not publicly state awards won in the past.

Accreditations

Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE)
Vietnam Australia International School (VAS) states that it is *“the first school in Vietnam recognized as a partner of Cambridge Assessment International Education”* and delivers the Cambridge International Programme across its system, including Ba Thang Hai Campus. This partnership means VAS is authorised to offer Cambridge pathways and examinations such as Primary Checkpoint, Lower Secondary Checkpoint, IGCSE and AS & A Level, with students receiving internationally recognised Cambridge qualifications issued by CAIE.

Admissions

1. Begin by completing the registration form for your child, which starts their admissions journey from Kindergarten through High School. During this step, you provide basic family and student information so the school can begin processing your inquiry and contact you with next steps. Registration is the official first step that opens access to assessment scheduling and pathway guidance.

2. Once registration is submitted, students are scheduled for placement testing appropriate to their age level. For Kindergarten, this involves a psychological and physical survey, while Primary and Secondary applicants sit tests in English, Vietnamese and Mathematics. Following assessment, the school and family discuss the most suitable learning pathway.

3. After tests and pathway decisions, families complete the formal admissions application, providing required documentation and education history. This includes submitting identification, academic records and any other forms requested by the admissions office. At this stage, families also handle payment of fees such as registration and any deposits. Upon acceptance, the school confirms enrolment and provides information about start dates and next administrative steps.

Scholarships

Vietnam Australia International School offers scholarship programmes that recognize academic performance and other student achievements as part of its commitment to supporting student access. There are three main scholarship types available:

* Academic Scholarship Programme: This award is given to students who demonstrate strong academic results in the VAS Entrance and Scholarship Exam. It is open to students entering Grades 1 through 12.
* Sport Scholarship Programme: This is available for students who achieve results in recognised sports competitions outside of school. Applicants are assessed based on sporting achievement certificates.
* Arts Scholarship Programme: This supports students who demonstrate excellence in arts activities, with eligibility based on arts competition results.

Waitlist

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

School Events

The school has not added events

FAQs

Where is Vietnam Australia International School – Garden Hills Campus located and what is the campus like?

The campus is at 168 Phan Van Tri Street, An Nhon Ward in Go Vap District, Ho Chi Minh City. It features contemporary green architecture with abundant landscaping and open spaces, designed so learning is connected with nature and 60% of the grounds are natural areas.

What age range and year levels does the Garden Hills campus serve?

Garden Hills offers programmes for children aged 3 to 18, covering Kindergarten through Primary, Secondary and High School. The campus delivers Cambridge pathways appropriate to each stage of schooling.

Is the school co-educational and when did the campus open?

Yes, Vietnam Australia International School – Garden Hills is co-educational and welcomes both boys and girls across all grade levels. The Garden Hills campus opened in 2016.

What curriculum does Garden Hills follow and in what language are classes taught?

The campus delivers the Cambridge Academic Programme International (CAPI) across all year levels, with additional CAP and CEP pathways to match student needs. Most subjects are taught in English while a minority of subjects and Vietnamese national curriculum elements are taught in Vietnamese, and graduates receive Cambridge certificates.

How does the admissions process work for families relocating from overseas?

Admissions start by completing a registration form to begin processing your child's application, after which the school schedules appropriate placement testing. Kindergarten applicants undertake a psychological and physical survey, while Primary and Secondary applicants sit tests in English, Vietnamese and Mathematics; families then complete the formal admissions application and required documentation before fees are processed and enrolment is confirmed.

What application and registration fees should I expect when applying?

Application fees are: Preschool VND 1,000,000; Primary VND 3,000,000; Secondary VND 3,000,000. Registration fees are: Preschool VND 6,000,000; Primary VND 12,000,000; Secondary VND 12,000,000.

Is there a reservation fee to hold a place and how much is it?

Yes, there is a Reservation Fee of VND 20,000,000. This fee secures your child's place while you complete the enrolment and admission requirements.

Does the school offer any scholarships and who is eligible?

Yes, VAS offers three scholarship types: Academic, Sport and Arts Scholarships. Academic Scholarships are for students entering Grades 1–12 based on performance in the VAS Entrance and Scholarship Exam, while Sport and Arts Scholarships are awarded based on recognised competition results and achievement certificates.

What are the school day timings for different levels?

Kindergarten lessons run from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Primary School from 7:45 a.m. to 4:15 p.m., and Secondary School from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. These schedules provide full-day learning with time allocated for classroom activities, breaks and meals.

Is there school bus transport and what are the transportation fee ranges?

Yes, the school provides bus transportation across locations with professional, supervised staff. Transportation fees vary by distance: 0-2km VND 16,524,000 - VND 16,983,000; 2.1-4km VND 26,892,000 - VND 27,639,000; 4.1-6km VND 35,100,000 - VND 36,075,000; 6.1-8km VND 42,372,000 - VND 43,549,000; 8.1-10km VND 47,556,000 - VND 48,877,000; 10.1-12km VND 52,704,000 - VND 54,168,000; 12.1-14km VND 56,808,000 - VND 58,386,000.

What are the meal fees for students at Garden Hills?

Meal fees are: Preschool VND 30,866,000; Primary VND 29,999,000 - VND 30,866,000; Secondary VND 36,711,000 - VND 37,772,000. Meal fees vary by programme level and are set to cover the school's provided meal plans.

What sports and outdoor facilities does the campus offer?

Garden Hills provides playgrounds with soft grass and tree-lined areas, outdoor basketball and volleyball courts, and multi-purpose indoor sports facilities. The outdoor and indoor spaces support physical education and team sports appropriate to different age groups.

What academic facilities and classroom resources are available?

Classrooms and function rooms are equipped with age-appropriate technology to support learning and teaching under the Cambridge framework. The campus also integrates open green spaces to facilitate outdoor learning and practical activities.

What kinds of after-school activities and clubs are available?

The campus runs a range of internal ECAs and after-school activities including arts, robotics, dancing, swimming, hiking, yoga, football and basketball. Clubs also include critical thinking, robotics and performing arts, with opportunities to enter competitions and exhibitions.

Does the school compete in external academic or extracurricular competitions?

Yes, students participate in local, national and regional competitions and have achieved medals in events such as SASMO, the Duke of York ICT Competition and city-level Olympiads. The school supports entry to competitions like the VAS Olympics, English Speaking Contest and Math-Robocon-Science events.

What opportunities exist for students to gain leadership experience?

Students develop leadership through team-based ECAs, competitions like VAS Olympics and the VAS MC Contest, and student-led projects within clubs and community programmes. These opportunities build communication, organisation and teamwork skills.

What wellbeing and safety measures are in place on campus?

The campus is designed with careful attention to safety, hygiene, fire prevention and ventilation standards. School transport and activity supervision are handled by professional staff to prioritise student safety.

How does the school approach bilingual education and language learning?

Garden Hills offers bilingual teaching where most subjects are delivered in English and a minority in Vietnamese, and it provides the Cambridge English Programme (CEP) to support English development. Programme pathways include CAPI (full Cambridge), CAP and CEP to match students' language and academic needs.

What is the school's accreditation and wider reputation within the VAS system?

VAS Garden Hills is authorised to deliver Cambridge programmes through its partnership with Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE), offering qualifications such as Primary Checkpoint, Lower Secondary Checkpoint, IGCSE and AS & A Level. The campus is part of the VAS network, which has operated for 20+ years and positions Garden Hills as the pioneering international school in North Saigon.

How does the campus engage with the local community and VAS system-wide activities?

Garden Hills participates in the VAS Community Programme, organising community service, environmental protection and philanthropy initiatives that involve students and families. The campus also takes part in system-wide cultural events, exhibitions and collaborative activities across VAS campuses.

What are the tuition fees at Vietnam Australia International School - Garden Hills Campus?

Annual tuition at Vietnam Australia International School - Garden Hills Campus ranges from VND 155,000,000 to VND 585,592,000 depending on year group. Fees are reviewed each year, so check the school's current fee schedule before applying.

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