Renaissance International School Saigon
International School in Ho Chi Minh City
Quick answer
Renaissance International School Saigon (RISS) delivers an IB pathway in Ho Chi Minh City, accredited by IBO. Annual tuition runs in HCMC's mid-tier international-school pricing. Admissions are moderate; best suited to internationally mobile families wanting full IB Diploma pathway in HCMC with smaller-community focus, as an alternative to the city's larger Nord Anglia BIS HCMC and ISHCMC offerings.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB leaving qualifications include IGCSE and IB Diploma.
- Tuition: $10,000–$18,000/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 20 (max 18) Ho Chi Minh City international school · 500 students total.
- 40 nationalities top: Vietnamese, English, American.
- Ages: 2-18 school day starts at 7.50.
- Accreditations: IBO, CIS verified.
500
40 (Vietnamese, English, American, Korean, China, Japan,)
20 avg / 18 max
Rolling
IBO, CIS
IGCSE and IB Diploma
About Renaissance International School Saigon
Renaissance International School Saigon is one of the leading schools in Saigon and has developed an enviable reputation for providing a quality, student-centered education. We are a family-focused, inclusive school with a close-knit community where every child is visible. We offer an international and British-based curriculum tailored to meet the diverse needs of our students in Vietnam. The school's academic programme is delivered by highly qualified and experienced teachers and complemented by opportunities to participate in Round Square, MUN, student-led service-based learning and more. Our students leave school with both a full set of internationally recognized qualifications and the skills they need for success at university and beyond.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states meaningful learning-support provision — still confirm it fits your child's specific need.
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.
- Learning support: moderate
- In-house specialist staff listed
- Educational psychologist available
- EAL/ESL support listed
Questions to ask the school
- 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) | $10,000 – $18,000 |
| Annual tuition (local) | 291600000 ₫-805600000 ₫ |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $15,500(+11%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $17,000 |
| Cost position in Ho Chi Minh City | 84th percentile(premium tier) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
Full IB school. Registration VND 7,500,000. Tuition ranges VND 250-450 million by grade. Capital levy VND 10,000,000. Uniforms VND 2,500,000-4,000,000. Transport VND 20,000,000-35,000,000/year. IB exam fees VND 10,000,000-15,000,000.
IB
IGCSE and IB Diploma
Our students undertake IGCSE exams at age 16 and the IB Diploma at age 18.
Our IB average in 2024 is 36 points Our IGCSE result in 2025 is 43% from A- A*
Renaissance provides a range of First Language choices for its students including both Mandarin and Korean. Additionally, the Modern Foreign Language Department provides all students, as part of their academic programme, the opportunity to learn English, Vietnamese, Mandarin (Chinese), Korean and French.
+ Additional Learning Support + English As An Additional Language (EAL) + Counselling and University Guidance
Yes. Renaissance has an experienced and qualified Student Support Team.
We have a renowned English as an Additional Language programme.
7.50 – 15:30
Yes
Yes. Vietnamese, Korean, Western and Vegetarian options are available.
Recommended neighborhoods
District 7, Phu My Hung, Nha Be, District 4
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Ho Chi Minh City
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Highly diverse
Common: Vietnamese, English, American, Korean, China, Japan,
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
Full IB school. Registration VND 7,500,000. Tuition ranges VND 250-450 million by grade. Capital levy VND 10,000,000. Uniforms VND 2,500,000-4,000,000. Transport VND 20,000,000-35,000,000/year. IB exam fees VND 10,000,000-15,000,000.
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