The ABC International School
International School in Ho Chi Minh City
Quick answer
The ABC International School (ABC IS) Ho Chi Minh City serves 655 students from 24 nationalities aged 2 to 18. The school delivers the National Curriculum of England with IGCSE and A Level pathways, accredited by COBIS, BSO, FOBISIA and CIE — a four-accreditation set. Tuition $12,205-$31,122 per year. Strong fit for British and international expat families on HCMC assignments seeking British-track education with FOBISIA inter-school sports network connection in central Vietnam.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British leaving qualifications include IGCSE and A-Levels.
- Tuition: $12,205–$31,122/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 18 (max 25) Ho Chi Minh City international school · 655 students total.
- 24 nationalities top: Vietnamese.
- Ages: Ages 2 to 18 school day starts at 8:25am.
- Accreditations: COBIS, BSO, FOBISIA plus 1 more.
655
24 (Vietnamese)
18 avg / 25 max
Rolling
1995
COBIS, BSO, FOBISIA, CIE
IGCSE and A-Levels
About The ABC International School
Established in 1995, The ABC International School is thriving, popular and well established. It provides an International Education of World-Wide Value for pupils between the ages of 2-18 years through the medium of English and in accordance with the standards of the British National Curriculum. Pupils of all ages are happy, high achievers who are well motivated and superbly well cared for. The school is unashamedly proud of its’ teaching faculty of more than seventy expatriates who are a well-qualified and experienced team that promote the very highest levels of student achievement through the use of experiential and holistic teaching methods. The whole community is accommodated in well-resourced purpose built facilities. The standard timetable is complimented by an extensive range of extra-curricular activities and all campuses are served by an extensive home to school bus system.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states some support, but key details aren't published — confirm the gaps below before applying.
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.
- Educational psychologist available
- EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —In-house specialist staff not 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) | $12,205 – $31,122 |
| Annual tuition (local) | 310000000 ₫-790500000 ₫ |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $23,314(+8%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $24,814 |
| Cost position in Ho Chi Minh City | 98th percentile(premium tier) |
British
IGCSE and A-Levels
IGCSE and A Levels
65%+ A/A* most years
French, Mandarin Chinese, Vietnamese
unknown
No
Yes
8:25am – 3:10pm
Yes
Various. Vegetarian options every day.
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Ho Chi Minh City
Mid-rangeSchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Moderately diverse
Common: Vietnamese
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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