International Schools Of North America Ho Chi Minh City
International School in Ho Chi Minh City
Quick answer
International Schools of North America (SNA) Ho Chi Minh City serves students aged 3 to 18 across multiple HCMC campuses. The school combines American and IB pathways with bilingual Vietnamese-English provision, accredited by IBO, CIS and WASC. Tuition $5,000-$15,000 per year. Strong fit for Vietnamese families and regional expats seeking American/IB-track education with bilingual EN/VN integration at accessible price points in Vietnam's commercial capital.
Key facts
- Curriculum: Other taught at International Schools Of North America Ho Chi Minh City.
- Tuition: $5,000–$15,000/yr published annual range.
- Ages: 3-18 age range accepted.
- Accreditations: IBO, CIS, WASC verified.
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IBO, CIS, WASC
About International Schools Of North America Ho Chi Minh City
SNA - International Schools of North America in Ho Chi Minh City (Sai Gon, HCMC) is 1 of 6 IB Continuum Schools in Vietnam, offering Grade 1-12 programs with a focus on holistic, student-centered learning. Helping students to become future leaders and global citizen.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school hasn't published its learning-support or EAL provision — treat it as unconfirmed and ask directly.
Why this matters
Special-needs provision at international schools varies widely and is rarely guaranteed by the school itself — and local legal duties differ by country. Confirm what this school provides, in writing, before you commit.
Not published
- —Learning-support provision not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
- —EAL/ESL support for non-English speakers not stated
- —In-house specialist staff not listed
Questions to ask the school
- What in-house learning-support specialists do you employ (SENCo, learning-support teachers, speech & language therapist, occupational therapist), and what is each one's caseload?
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- What level of English is required for entry, and what EAL/ESL support is provided for a child still learning English?
- Can you support a child with my child's specific need (e.g. dyslexia, ADHD, autism), and have you done so this year? Ask for concrete examples.
- Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $5,000 – $15,000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $11,500(+15%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $13,000 |
| Cost position in Ho Chi Minh City | 75th percentile(above average) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
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