Uppingham Hung Yen

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Ecopark, Hanoi, Vietnam

International school

Info checked 2026-11-06

About

Uppingham Hung Yen is the first Uppingham campus in Asia and part of Uppingham Vietnam, on a 4.7-hectare site in Ecopark. It offers a British curriculum from Early Years through IGCSE and A Level.

Lot GD-07, Van Giang Commercial and Tourism Urban Area, Phung Cong Commune, Hung Yen Province, Vietnam

Key facts

  • Curriculum

    UK EYFS · British · IGCSE

  • Ages

    Ages 3–11

  • Language

    English

  • Type

    International school

Entry process
Interview
English support (EAL)
Yes

Curriculum and academics

Curricula, explained

  • EYFS

    Early years · Ages 2–5

    The early-years stage of British schools: play-based learning of language, social skills and early reading and number.

  • 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.

  • 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.

Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide

Strengths

  • Academics
  • Performing arts
  • Sport

Campus and school life

Facilities

  • Sports field
  • Library
  • Theatre

Sports

  • Football
  • Basketball

Arts

  • Music
  • Theatre

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The essentials

  • Additional learning support

    Provides small classes, dedicated assistant teachers and tailored support based on each pupil's strengths and learning style.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

  • Country affiliation

    Part of Uppingham Vietnam, linked to Uppingham School in the UK. Delivers a British curriculum.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

Diving deeper

  • House system

    Pupils belong to smaller house groups with dedicated house parents and tutors providing daily guidance.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

Academics

  • Curriculum

    Offers a British curriculum from Early Years through IGCSE and A Level, with flexible pathways and specialist lessons.

    • UK National Curriculum (Primary)
    • IGCSE
    • A Level
    • Physical Education
    • Languages
    • Creative Arts
    • STEM

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

Wellbeing

  • English as an additional language (EAL)

    Offers EAL support in small groups or one-to-one, with strategies to keep EAL pupils fully included in all subjects.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

  • Mental wellbeing

    All staff share a pastoral role, supported by house parents, counsellors and nurses, with a focus on resilience and wellbeing.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

Parent experience

  • History

    The parent school, Uppingham School in the UK, was founded in 1584. This campus is the first Uppingham campus in Asia.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

  • Community

    Runs the Old Uppinghamian association, with more than 8,000 members worldwide offering networking, events and mentoring.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

Facilities

  • Facilities overview

    A 4.7-hectare purpose-built campus with sports complexes, a performing arts auditorium, libraries, music rooms and a multi-purpose hall.

    • Football pitch
    • Basketball court
    • Auditorium
    • Music rooms
    • Libraries
    • Great Hall

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  • Sports facilities

    Includes an artificial turf football pitch with covered stand, a full-size outdoor basketball court and indoor and outdoor sports complexes.

    • Football pitch
    • Basketball court

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  • Academic facilities

    Separate libraries for Early Years, Primary and Secondary pupils, plus classrooms, a senior laboratory and music rooms.

    • Junior School library
    • Senior School library
    • Senior School laboratory
    • Music rooms

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Extra-curricular activities

  • Arts and creative

    Has a performing arts auditorium and two music rooms; music, theatre and art, design and technology are listed as areas.

    • Music
    • Theatre
    • Art, Design & Technology

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Languages

  • Language provision

    Specialist language lessons are part of the primary programme, alongside EAL support for English learners.

    • Languages
    • EAL support

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Admissions

  • Admissions

    Admissions has three steps: campus visit, enquiry form, and on-campus interview. The policy looks for enthusiasm, academic ability and independence.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

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