British International School Ho Chi Minh City
- IB Diploma
- IGCSE
- A Level
- IPC
- +1
Per yearabout USD 13K–39K
VND 333M–999M · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-11-02)
About
BIS HCMC is part of the Nord Anglia Education family, with three campuses (Early Years and Infant, Junior, Secondary) in the Thao Dien area of Ho Chi Minh City. It serves ages 2-18 and offers IB Diploma, IGCSE and A-level pathways.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
- Run directly by Nord Anglia Education. See all 90 schools of Nord Anglia Education
Info checked 2026-11-06 · 2026-27 school year
Curriculum
IB Diploma · IGCSE · A Level
Ages
Ages 2–18
Students
2,300
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Nationalities
- 55
- Founded
- 1997
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
2026-27 school year
Age on the first day of the school year (usually 1 September). Cut-off dates differ by school.
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| F1 Full Day | VND 333,300,000≈ USD 13K |
| F2 Full Day | VND 350,600,000≈ USD 13.7K |
| F3 Full Day | VND 521,000,000≈ USD 20.3K |
| Year 1 | VND 679,900,000≈ USD 26.6K |
| Year 2 | VND 739,800,000≈ USD 28.9K |
| Year 3 | VND 739,800,000≈ USD 28.9K |
Show fee charts
| per year | |
|---|---|
| F1 Full Day | VND 333,300,000 (about USD 13K) |
| F2 Full Day | VND 350,600,000 (about USD 13.7K) |
| F3 Full Day | VND 521,000,000 (about USD 20.3K) |
| Year 1 | VND 679,900,000 (about USD 26.6K) |
| Year 2 | VND 739,800,000 (about USD 28.9K) |
| Year 3 | VND 739,800,000 (about USD 28.9K) |
| Year 4 | VND 739,800,000 (about USD 28.9K) |
| Year 5 | VND 759,600,000 (about USD 29.7K) |
| Year 6 | VND 759,600,000 (about USD 29.7K) |
| Year 7 | VND 875,600,000 (about USD 34.2K) |
| Year 8 | VND 875,600,000 (about USD 34.2K) |
| Year 9 | VND 875,600,000 (about USD 34.2K) |
| Year 10 | VND 923,600,000 (about USD 36.1K) |
| Year 11 | VND 923,600,000 (about USD 36.1K) |
| Year 12 | VND 999,300,000 (about USD 39K) |
| Year 13 | VND 999,300,000 (about USD 39K) |
Source: school website (nordangliaeducation.com) · checked 2026-11-02 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| British International School Ho Chi Minh City (this school) | VND 333,300,000 (about USD 13K) | VND 999,300,000 (about USD 39K) |
| International German School Ho Chi Minh City | VND 210,300,000 (about USD 8.21K) | VND 509,800,000 (about USD 19.9K) |
| Anne Hill International School | VND 182,000,000 (about USD 7.11K) | VND 492,500,000 (about USD 19.2K) |
| The ABC International School | VND 196,350,000 (about USD 7.67K) | VND 837,930,000 (about USD 32.7K) |
| Australian International School Saigon | VND 311,900,000 (about USD 12.2K) | VND 908,000,000 (about USD 35.5K) |
| International School Ho Chi Minh City | VND 287,400,000 (about USD 11.2K) | VND 1,055,300,000 (about USD 41.2K) |
Source: school website (nordangliaeducation.com) · checked 2026-11-02 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- VND 4,700,000
- Enrolment fee
- VND 73,300,000
As published by the school. Amounts change with the school year and exchange rates; please confirm with the school before applying. Converted amounts use the reference rate of the date shown. Reference rate (2026-11-06). Source: school website (checked 2026-11-02)
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
- Entry process
- Age-appropriate entrance assessment
- Open days
- 2026-11-05
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explainedIB DP (Diploma) · IGCSE · A Level · IPC
The IB's four programmes
Schools often run only some of the four. Highlighted boxes are the ones this school offers.
- IB PYPNot here
Early years to primary · Ages 3–12
The IB's primary programme. Children learn through questions and units of inquiry rather than separate subjects.
- IB MYPNot here
Middle years (ages 11–16) · Ages 11–16
The IB's middle-years programme: eight subject groups taught with links between them, ending with a personal project.
- IB DP (Diploma)Offered
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's university-entrance qualification — what people usually mean by "the IB". Six subjects plus the Extended Essay, TOK and CAS, scored out of 45.
- IB CP (Career-related)Not here
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's career-related route for the same ages as the DP: at least two DP courses plus a career-related study chosen by the school.
Last two years: DP or CP
IGCSE
Ages 14–16, 2 years · Ages 14–16
A subject-by-subject qualification taken around age 16 in British-style schools — usually 5–10 subjects studied over two years.
A Level
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–18
The British university-entrance qualification: usually 3–4 subjects studied in depth for two years; UK universities make offers on these grades.
IPC
Primary · Ages 5–11
The International Primary Curriculum: theme-based units that join science, history, geography and more; common in British-style schools.
British curriculum
Early years to sixth form · Ages 3–18
Follows the English National Curriculum; pupils usually take IGCSEs around age 16 and A Levels in the last two years.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Academics
- STEM
- Performing arts
- Service
- Average class size
- 20
Exam results
- IB Diploma · Average score
- 36.7
- IB Diploma · Pass rate
- 99.2%
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- Nurse on site
- Yes
- Device policy
- iPad programme
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Gym
- Theatre
- Sports field
- Library
- Makerspace
Sports
- Swimming
- Basketball
- Football
- Quidditch
Arts
- Music
- Drama
- Dance
- Visual arts
- School productions
After-school activities
- Coding club
- Robotics
- String orchestra
- School production
- Indian dancing
- Kung fu
- Professional photography
- Sensory club
- Barracudas Swim Squad
- Quidditch
- Neighbourhood cleanups
- Cuisine exploration
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Accreditation and memberships
Source: Read from the school's website
- Accreditations
- BSO, IB
- Memberships
- fobisia
- Inspection
- British Schools Overseas (BSO) · Outstanding in all areas
More details
Source: Read from the school's website
Diving deeper
Governance and ownership
Part of Nord Anglia Education; the school was family-owned until 2015, when it joined the group.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Offers IB Diploma, IGCSE, A-level and IPC pathways from Early Years to Sixth Form, with Key Stage assessments.
- IBDP
- IGCSE
- A-level
- IPC
- Key Stage 2 assessments
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Exam results
2026 IBDP average was 36.7 and 66% of IGCSE grades were A*/A. Key Stage 2 results are above the UK average.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic calendar
Open linkSchool website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
History
Has operated for almost 30 years and has been inspected by BSO since 2013.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community
Hosts community events such as a football tournament, a Christmas bazaar and parent workshops.
- Community Football Tournament
- Christmas BISzaar
- Parent workshops
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Facilities overview
Three purpose-built campuses with pools, pitches, DREAMS and robotics labs, and a 250-seat theatre.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
Each campus has swimming pools, all-weather and grass pitches, basketball courts and gyms.
- Swimming pools
- All-weather pitches
- Basketball courts
- Gym and fitness centre
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
Includes DREAMS and robotics labs, science and design labs, music suites and libraries.
- DREAMS lab
- Robotics room
- Science labs
- Music suites
- Libraries
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular facilities
Rooftop gardens, adventure playgrounds, wellbeing spaces and a 250-seat theatre.
- Rooftop garden
- Adventure playgrounds
- Wellbeing areas
- 250-seat theatre
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Academic and intellectual
Over 300 co-curricular activities across three campuses, including coding and robotics clubs.
- Coding club
- Robotics
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Arts and creative
Arts activities include string orchestra, school productions and Indian dancing.
- String orchestra
- School production
- Indian dancing
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Cultural and language
Junior students can explore cuisines from around the world.
- Cuisine exploration
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Social and hobbies
Sports activities include the Barracudas Swim Squad and Quidditch.
- Barracudas Swim Squad
- Quidditch
- Football
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community and service
Linked to CAS, service activities include neighbourhood cleanups, fundraising and teaching English at local schools.
- Neighbourhood cleanups
- Fundraising for animal shelters
- Teaching English at local schools
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Language provision
Offers IGCSE Mandarin and IB Diploma options in English and students' home languages.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bilingual teaching
In 2026, 25% of IBDP students earned the IB Diploma in both English and their home language.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Awards
Named in the top 10 in Vietnam in the Edarabia Parents' Choice Awards 2026.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Accreditations
Inspected by BSO in 2019, 2022 and 2025, and rated Outstanding in all areas in the most recent inspections.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Admissions
Families can book a personalised tour with the admissions team to visit the campuses.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
Early Years & Infant Campus: 101 Thao Dien Street; Junior Campus: 225 Nguyen Van Huong Street; Secondary Campus: 246 Nguyen Van Huong Street; An Khanh Ward, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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