Vietnam Australia International School Ho Chi Minh City
International School in Ho Chi Minh City
Quick answer
Vietnam Australia International School Ho Chi Minh City prepares students for IGCSE and A-Levels, as a large campus with 5,000 students. Tuition of $5,000–$15,000/year is in line with Ho Chi Minh City averages. Graduates leave with IGCSE and A-Levels.
Key facts
- Curriculum: Other leaving qualifications include IGCSE and A-Levels.
- Tuition: $5,000–$15,000/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 20 Ho Chi Minh City international school · 5,000 students total.
- Ages: 3-18 school day starts at 8:00.
5,000
20 avg
Rolling
2004
IGCSE and A-Levels
About Vietnam Australia International School Ho Chi Minh City
Established in 2004 and licensed by the Vietnamese Government, Vietnam Australia International School (VAS) is a private school group within the national education system offering K – 12 education program. From the school year of 2013 – 2014, the Cambridge International curriculum is delivered and integrated with the national curriculum, makes VAS the first of its kind in Ho Chi Minh City to offer a unique dual program with double graduation diplomas granted by the Cambridge. Established in 2004 and licensed by the Vietnamese Government, Vietnam Australia International School (VAS) is a private school group within the national education system offering a K–12 education programmes. At present, VAS is offering educational services to nearly 5,000 students from K through 12 at 6 campuses in Ho Chi Minh City.
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 |
| Annual tuition (local) | 155000000 ₫-381852000 ₫ |
| 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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Other
IGCSE and A-Levels
IGCSE, A Levels
Vietnamese
8:00 – 16:00
Yes
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