British International School Ho Chi Minh City

• Established year: 1997
• Location: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
• Age of students: from 0 to 18 liters.
• Number of students:1800 people
• Language of instruction: English
• Type: full-time school.

The British International School of Ho Chi Minh City, founded in 1997, has grown into one of the largest international schools in Vietnam, with students between 2 and 18 years old from 50 nationalities. BIS HCMC offers a combination of the British National Curriculum and the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) for primary school students, with middle and high school students taking the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) and International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme exams.

The school offers a broad, balanced and differentiated curriculum to meet a wide variety of student needs. The institution operates within the framework of the British National Curriculum, which is adapted through the International Primary Curriculum (IPC). The British national curriculum is divided into "Key Stages". At the secondary school level, it will prepare the child for the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) exams, the International Baccalaureate (IBDP) program.

Working within the structure of the UK system allows for meaningful comparisons with UK national data, realistic expectations of what an individual child can achieve, and the development of individual goals for improvement.

Structure of education:

• Fundinotots
• Early Years Foundation Stage
• Primary School Curriculum
• Secondary Curriculum
• Sixth Form.

Students at the 2020/21 BIS HCMC International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) have achieved remarkable results, surpassing those of the UK's national and independent schools. 84% of all IGCSE grades received by BIS HCMC students are at the top A* or A grades, which is much higher than in UK public schools –  on average around 30% (A*/A), whereas independent UK schools average around 60% (A*/A) for the 2020-21 academic year.

The 2021 IBDP results are an average score of 40.4 compared to a global average of 33.02:

• 68% of students scored an impressive score of 40 or more, which is considered an outstanding result and significantly higher than the world average (9%).
• 6 students scored the highest score of 45
• 18 students scored a near-perfect score of 44.

The work of 3 BIS HCMC students has been published in Nord Anglia's 2018 Creative Writing and Visual Arts Anthology after being shortlisted from more than 4,000 NAE classmates. Global Campus Creative Writing Competition.

BIS HCMC provides its students with the opportunity to receive outstanding additional education:

• Performing Arts with the Juilliard School – students will discover iconic works, and their creative abilities and collaboration skills will be developed through a worldwide network of performers and teachers.
• STEAM, together with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, is a practical program that will open the child's eyes to the possibilities of natural sciences, technology, engineering, art and mathematics. Students will solve problems and participate in workshops created by MIT experts and develop skills that will help them create the future.
• Working with UNICEF will introduce your child to some of the planet's most pressing problems.

The school provides set lunches for all students from the initial stages to grade 13: a daily selection of freshly prepared hot Asian and European dishes to choose from, a sandwich from the Deli Bar and a vegetarian option (on request). Menus are available in advance, children choose meals every morning during check-in. Children at the initial stage have lunch in their classes, the rest - in school canteens.

Parents can give their children a packed lunch to school: they should put it in refrigerators or baskets in the cafeteria in the morning. Lunch boxes must be signed, glass jars and bottles are forbidden to bring.

• A broad and balanced curriculum allows students to access various aspects of physical education, and a wide range of sports clubs are available that provide additional opportunities to participate in alternative activities and participate in sports competitions.
• Students participate in regular in-school competitions and represent the school in matches against other international schools at HCMC, take part in sports competitions in Southeast Asia (such as FOBISIA games).
• Community engagement is an integral part of BIS HCMC's educational ethics and a mandatory part of the school curriculum. The community service program includes more than 50 projects covering all students, with most projects designed to focus on the time and energy donated by students rather than on funds, encouraging a "hands-on approach."
• The school collaborates with cutting-edge educational institutions such as the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Juilliard to develop programs that will give them the skills to further their education.
• BIS has developed expeditions for each class that demonstrate progress in skills development and ensure continuity of learning in the classroom. Each expedition is carefully planned to provide a range of age-appropriate but challenging challenges for developing leadership, independence, perseverance, and developing respect for different cultures.

• The British International School Ho Chi Minh City is part of the Nord Anglia network, which offers a unique global network of campuses, giving the child access to many exceptional opportunities.
• A talented team of teachers, a friendly atmosphere, challenging programs, state-of-the-art equipment and extracurricular activities create an unrivalled learning environment.
• The school provides an environment that educates, academically stimulates and is focused on the development of each child's individual talents and strengths. Students become self-confident, adaptable, open and tolerant people.
• The British International School Ho Chi Minh City has a strong reputation as one of the best academic schools in Vietnam, consistently achieving above-average results both in the UK and around the world. The combination of conscientious, hardworking students, a dedicated team of highly qualified employees and first-class conditions ensure outstanding educational results.
• The institution invests in outstanding talented teachers, each of whom has high qualifications and relevant experience with the British curriculum. Nord Anglia University offers innovative and exciting courses for employees to learn about the world's best practices.

The British International School Ho Chi Minh City consists of three purpose-built modern campuses in the vibrant Thao Dien district. All of them are equipped with first-class amenities.

All BIS HCMC school campuses have the following facilities:

• Internet access in all classrooms
• New libraries
• Music cabinets
• Computer labs
• Laboratory with STEAM equipment, including 3D printer, microprocessors and workspace
• Indoor swimming pools
• Large sports halls
• Large cafeterias.

Each individual campus has excellent additional specialized facilities designed to support and enhance learning.

Early Years and Infant Campus:

• Outdoor children's pool
• Creative shared learning spaces
• Special playgrounds
• Mountaineering equipment
• Soft indoor playground
• Touch track.

Junior Campus:

• Music halls with soundproof peripatetic rooms and rehearsal room
• Shared learning spaces for collaborative learning
• Juilliard's multifunctional creative space
• Outdoor play and climbing equipment
• BIS Garden
• Large playgrounds
• Outdoor all-weather astro field
• Outdoor basketball court
• A grass playing field in conjunction with the high school campus.

Secondary Campus:

• Auditorium with full stage and light/sound system
• Theatre with 250 seats
• Scientific laboratories
• Drama Studio
• Dance Studio
• A set of music technologies, including separate rooms for classes
• Art Studio
• Workshops on design technologies with STEAM equipment, including workspace, 3D printers and laser cutters
• New Sixth Form Center
• Department of Career and University Orientation
• A grass playing field in conjunction with a children's campus.

The academic year is divided into three trimesters:

• The first lasts from August to December
• The second is from January to April
• The third is from April to June.

Step 1 – submission of information about the applicant:

1. NAME
2. Date of birth
3. Nationality
4. Estimated date of receipt.

After that, the school will confirm the annual group and availability.

Step 2 – Application and Payment

Send the following documents to the school by e-mail:

1. Completed Application Form
2. Two current passport photos
3. Passport or birth certificate (copy)
4. Recent school records translated into English for grades 1-12 (if applicable)
5. SEN Assessment Documentation (if applicable)
6. Physical evaluation signed by a doctor
7. Immunization map (copy)
8. Bus Service Application Form (if required)
9. Payment of the registration fee (by bank transfer).

Step 3 – Additional Information and Test Results

Accommodation is subject to availability, so applicants are advised to submit all application documents as soon as possible to minimise the chance of being placed on the waiting list.

Step 4 – Notification of Admission

BIS HCMC sends an official letter of proposal.

Step 5 – Next Steps

• Payment of the registration fee – a one-time payment guaranteeing a place for the student is paid within 2 weeks from the date of issue.
• Payment of the refundable security deposit and tuition fees – paid before the student enters the school.

In Grade 12, students are given access to a wealth of resources and activities that are curated by a highly skilled team: they offer specific recommendations related to directions, disciplines, or career options.

In Grade 13, when the application season begins, students meet with their designated counselor to assist with applications and related matters. The CUG team conducts seminars on filling out applications, prepares for interviews.

• It is required that candidates pass an introductory assessment before they are offered a seat.
• The school may request exam certificates, school reports, recommendations, or a transcript.
• If English is a second language, students must pass the EAL exam.
• If the student is studying outside of Ho Chi Minh City and is unable to pass the entrance exam at the school, testing can be arranged remotely if the existing school agrees to conduct the tests on behalf of bis HCMC.
• Candidates may also be required to undergo an oral interview with the head of the EAL, the deputy head of the campus and/or the head of the campus.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision