Saigon South International School (SSIS)
International School in Ho Chi Minh City
Quick answer
Key facts
- Curriculum: American leaving qualifications include IB Diploma and AP and PSAT.
- Tuition: $13,000–$23,000/yr published in VND, US$ equivalent.
- Avg class size: 20 (max 21) Ho Chi Minh City international school · 1,500 students total.
- 50 nationalities top: Vietnamese.
- Ages: 3-18 school day starts at 8 am.
- Accreditations: WASC verified.
1,500
50 (Vietnamese)
20 avg / 21 max
Rolling
WASC
IB Diploma and AP and PSAT
About Saigon South International School (SSIS)
Academic Excellence, Sense of Self, Respect for All, Balance In Life, Dedicated Service
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: strong
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $13,000–$23,000 |
| Annual tuition (VND) | 509800000 ₫-882200000 ₫ |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $19,650(+9%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $21,150 |
| Cost position in Ho Chi Minh City | 84th percentile(premium tier) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
American curriculum aligned with US standards. Registration VND 10,000,000. Tuition ranges VND 325-575 million by grade. Capital fund VND 18,000,000. Uniforms VND 3,000,000-5,000,000. Transport VND 25,000,000-40,000,000/year. AP exam fees additional.
American
IB Diploma and AP and PSAT
IBDP, AP, SAT, PSAT, CTP
Well above average.
Mandarin & Spanish
Short and long-term interventions.
We have learning support departments in all divisions.
Yes, English Additional Language (EAL) classes are offered in Kindergarten through grade 10.
8 am – 3 pm
There is a cafeteria and lunches can be purchased.
We have Western, Asian and Vegetarian options every day.
Recommended neighborhoods
District 7, Phu My Hung, Nha Be, Binh Chanh
At a Glance
Fee Position in Ho Chi Minh City
Mid-rangeSchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Very diverse
Common: Vietnamese
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