Pennsylvania American International School
- American
About
Pennsylvania American International School (PennSchool) in Vietnam, operating since the 2020-2021 school year, offers elementary and middle school programmes with an American-style curriculum.
Key facts
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Info checked 2026-11-09
Curriculum
American
Ages
Ages 5–18
Language
English, Vietnamese
Type
International school
- Founded
- 2020
- Entry process
- Interview, Written exam
- School bus
- Yes
- Memberships
- COIS
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explainedAmerican curriculum
American curriculum
Kindergarten to Grade 12 · Ages 5–18
Grade-by-grade like US schools; students graduate by earning course credits, often with AP courses in high school.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Service
- STEM
- Languages
Campus and school life
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Facilities
- Library
- Lab
- Music
- Innovation hub
- Sports
- Canteen
Sports
- Athletics
After-school activities
- Clubs
- Tutoring classes
- Field trips
- Spirit Day
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More details
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The essentials
Additional learning support
Library Program and Writing Center support independent learning and writing skills for students in Grades 1 to 12.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Country affiliation
Presented as an American-style school offering an American curriculum.
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Bus service
Shuttle buses run pick-up and drop-off points across districts, with seat belts and monitored trips. Fees vary by distance.
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Diving deeper
Food options
Meals are prepared onsite daily in a catering kitchen, and students may bring their own lunchbox.
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Governance and ownership
Leadership team includes a Head of School, academic directors and a Board of Principals.
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Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing
Offers support services aimed at students' physical and mental health, including a school clinic.
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Parent experience
Community
Runs fundraising campaigns and community service projects supporting underprivileged communities.
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Facilities
Facilities overview
Classrooms and function rooms are designed to connect indoor and outdoor learning spaces.
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Sports facilities
Academic facilities
Includes a library, laboratory, music room and innovation hub.
- Library
- Laboratory
- Music room
- Innovation hub
- Classroom
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Extra-curricular activities
Academic and intellectual
Offers tutoring classes and field trips that extend classroom learning.
- Tutoring classes
- Field trips
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Social and hobbies
Students join clubs built around shared hobbies and themed Spirit Day events.
- Clubs
- Spirit Day
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Community and service
Students take part in community service projects funded through fundraising events.
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Languages
Language provision
A multilingual library holds books in English, Vietnamese and other languages.
- English
- Vietnamese
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Reputation
Awards
Shares news of student awards in academics, creative work and robotics competitions.
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Admissions
Admissions
The admissions team offers consultations for parents, and applications are made online.
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Location
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