Vietnam Finland International School Ho Chi Minh City
International School in Ho Chi Minh City
Quick answer
Vietnam Finland International School Ho Chi Minh City is an international school serving expat families in Ho Chi Minh City. Tuition of $5,000–$15,000/year is in line with Ho Chi Minh City averages.
Key facts
- Curriculum: Other taught at Vietnam Finland International School Ho Chi Minh City.
- Tuition: $5,000–$15,000/yr published annual range.
- Ages: 3-18 school day starts at 8:00.
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About Vietnam Finland International School Ho Chi Minh City
Vietnam-Finland International School is a subsidiary of Ton Duc Thang University. VFIS is the first International School in Southeast Asia to follow the unique Finnish philosophy of education. Finland has one of the best education systems in the world, featuring highly qualified teachers and progressive pedagogical methods that are based on scientific research. VFIS has two educational programs: 100% international program and an English-Vietnamese bilingual program for students from Grade 1 to Grade 12.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school lists some support, but the listing is imported and unverified — confirm it directly with the school.
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.
- •Listed (unverified): EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Learning-support provision not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability 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?
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | 457590000 ₫-639240000 ₫ |
| 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
Verify fees directly with school. Fees may not include registration, transport, or exam costs.
Other
IB Diploma
unknown
English as an Additional Language
8:00 – 15:15
VFIS offers daily nutritious, balanced and healthy meals for all the pupils in the school canteen.
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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