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Key Facts
36.7 average points score
Our 2023 IBDP average score was well above the global average of 30.2.
World's top universities
70% of our 2023 graduates secured a place at one of the world’s top 100 universities.
Among the best in the world
3 of our students achieved a perfect score of 45.

ACADEMIC SUCCESS AND PERSONAL GROWTH

At BIS HCMC, our students achieve remarkable academic success. We’re the highest-ranking International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) school in Vietnam, with a truly impressive average points score of 36.7, 6.5 points above the global average in 2023. We’re also rated ‘Outstanding in all Categories’ by the British government.

But we know there’s so much more to an exceptional education. Our world-class British and international teachers will nurture every aspect of your child’s development, sparking their curiosity and creativity by adapting learning to their strengths, passions, and future ambitions.

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Early years
  • Early years
  • Primary
  • Secondary
  • Sixth Form

OUR CURRICULA

All our students – from early years through to sixth form – follow a carefully considered blend of English and international curricula. This includes IGCSEs and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), which set the standard for global education and provide pathways to outstanding higher education across the world.
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Up to 36 months
Fundinotots Programme
Our daily Fundinotots programme for babies and toddlers up to 36 months, with a parent or nanny, offers an opportunity for children to play and learn, develop friendships, and get creative in our purpose - built early years space.  Fundinotots is a fantastic starting place for your child's learning journey and a great place to meet other families too.
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2 to 5 years old
Early Years Foundation Stage
Our youngest children learn through play and exploration. On our purpose-built Early Years and Infant Campus, our caring and committed teachers lay the foundations for a lifetime of success, delivering engaging experiences that spark our students' curiosity and creativity, and ignite their imaginations.
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OUR CURRICULA

All our students – from early years through to sixth form – follow a carefully considered blend of British and international curricula. This includes IGCSEs and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), which set the standard for global education and provide pathways to outstanding higher education across the world.
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5 to 11 years old
English National Curriculum and International Primary Curriculum (IPC)
Our bespoke blend of the English National Curriculum and IPC balances academic excellence with exceptional creative, sporting, and service opportunities. Inspiring a sense of wonder, intellectual curiosity, and creative thinking – as well as empowering your child to see the world from a global perspective – our holistic primary programme provides an outstanding all-round education.
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OUR CURRICULA

All our students – from early years through to sixth form – follow a carefully considered blend of British and international curricula. This includes IGCSEs and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), which set the standard for global education and provide pathways to outstanding higher education across the world.
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11 to 14 years old
Key Stage 3: English National Curriculum
Our broad and balanced secondary curriculum enables students to study a range of subjects provided by the English National Curriculum. Personalised with our bespoke wellbeing curriculum our Key Stage 3 students balance their mental and physical health with their studies. Your child will develop confidence, independence and resilience on our life-changing expeditions and our diverse range of co-curricular activities, giving them all the skills they need to flourish.
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14 to 16 years old
Key Stage 4: IGCSE
Our Cambridge IGCSE (International General Certificate of Secondary Education) curriculum shapes our students’ futures, combining academic rigour with exceptional enrichment experiences and an unrivalled choice of subjects. With hundreds of option combinations, your child will be empowered to personalise their own curriculum, nurturing their passions and strength and preparing them for the challenge of the IBDP.
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OUR CURRICULA

All our students – from early years through to sixth form – follow a carefully considered blend of British and international curricula. This includes IGCSEs and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), which set the standard for global education and provide pathways to outstanding higher education across the world.
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16 to 18 years old
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP)
Our holistic approach to the IBDP, which balances outstanding subject teaching with tailored opportunities for personal, creative, and emotional growth, unlocks our students’ potential – and inspires them to become truly global citizens. It also sees them achieve remarkable success, which takes them to the best universities in the world.
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  • Early Years
  • Primary
  • Secondary
  • Sixth Form

Early Years

Languages taught
5
English, Vietnamese, French, Spanish and Mandarin.
Average class size
16
Teacher/teaching assistant to student ratio
1:5
Age range
2-5

Primary

Languages taught
5
English, Vietnamese, French, Spanish and Mandarin.
Average class size
22
Teacher to student ratio
1:11
Age range
5-11

secondary

Languages taught
5
English, Vietnamese, French, Spanish and Mandarin.
Average class size
22
Teacher to student ratio
1:11
Age range
11-16

sixth form

Languages taught
5
English, Vietnamese, French, Spanish and Mandarin.
Average class size
12
Teacher to student ratio
1:11
Age range
16-18
primary
  • Early years
  • Primary
  • Secondary
  • Sixth Form

A TYPICAL DAY AT BIS HCMC

There’s no limit to what your child can achieve in a typical day at our school. That’s thanks to our exceptional teachers, personalised learning experiences, and breadth of co-curricular activities.
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Friendly faces
Our youngest learners are greeted by a sea of friendly faces in our Early Years and Infant Campus playground. There’s a real buzz as our community comes together, and the excitement builds for a busy day ahead. 
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Learning to play
Every lesson is packed with purposeful play. Curious minds build, construct, and create with different textures and materials, communicate through song and rhyme, and learn through memorable games.
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Healthy habits
From nutritious snack choices to getting active, we encourage healthy habits every single day. Eating a balanced lunch is a big part of our students’ physical development. It also gives them the energy they need to play and discover.
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Taking time out
While our two-year-olds enjoy a much-needed nap, our older children make the most of our campus. There’s so much to see and do, from natural discoveries and making a splash in our rooftop garden, to cycling around our secure outdoor area.
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Talking our language
Telling stories, reading books, singing songs – your child will develop vital communication and language skills, ensuring they meet key EYFS developmental milestones.
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Choose your adventure
The fun never stops at BIS HCMC! Construction, music and movement, mindful colouring, discovering science, and even a Disney craft club – there’s so much for our youngest students to enjoy on our end-of-the-day enrichment programme.
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A TYPICAL DAY AT BIS HCMC

There’s no limit to what your child can achieve in a typical day at our school. That’s thanks to our exceptional teachers, personalised learning experiences, and breadth of co-curricular activities.
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Good morning!
After a warm welcome in our bustling playground, your child will join their classmates in a range of activities – including reading, colouring, and sharing news – that prepare them for the day.
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Moments of wonder
Stepping into our high-tech DREAMS lab is always a thrilling experience. Here, hands-on STEAM projects inspire experimentation and investigation, getting young minds ticking and cultivating a love of science, technology, and maths.
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Fuel for learning
Unsurprisingly, our children love this part of the day! Nutritious meals are freshly prepared every day and served in our bright and inviting lunchroom. Afterwards, students can head to our wellbeing garden to recharge and relax.
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A world of possibilities
Our diverse selection of sports, expeditions, and community projects open our students’ eyes to a world beyond the classroom, inspiring new and lifelong passions. Your child will learn about Vietnamese history, culture, and traditions, too.
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Creative classes
It’s time to express yourself! Your child can learn an instrument, star on the stage, or work on a dance routine, inspired by our specialist teachers. Our collaboration with The Julliard School unlocks a world of artistic opportunities.
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The choice is yours
Baking or badminton? K-Pop or kung-fu? Painting or photography? Or how about learning to build an amusement park? Our co-curricular programme offers so much choice, ensuring everyone ends the day doing something they enjoy.
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A TYPICAL DAY AT BIS HCMC

There’s no limit to what your child can achieve in a typical day at our school. That’s thanks to our exceptional teachers, personalised learning experiences, and breadth of co-curricular activities.
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Follow your own path
Every students' day is different, and our personalised curriculum allows your child to go wherever their passions take them. Our students do what they love, becoming enthusiastic linguists, artists, scientists, mathematicians, and humanitarians.
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Thinking critically
Cultivating curiosity, encouraging experimentation, and facilitating collaboration: our inspirational teachers come up with extraordinary ways to challenge our students to enquire, reflect, and think critically.
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Being the change

It’s time to take action. By joining our Student Council, signing up for the Model United Nations, or supporting one of our community partners, your child can make a tangible difference every single day.

being the change
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Sporting superstars
Our secondary students represent BIS HCMC with pride, competing in a range of sports, including basketball, swimming, and football. Training, sharpening their skills, and keeping fit, our talented sports stars take on schools in Vietnam and across Asia.
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Global connections
Logging on to our Global Campus platform, your child will connect, collaborate, and learn alongside their peers in more than 30 countries. They’ll broaden their horizons and develop a global outlook, too.
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Do what you love
Photography, volleyball, fantasy football, quidditch, cross-stitch, debating, cooking, and a variety of choirs and orchestras – our more than 100 co-curricular clubs offer something for everyone.
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A TYPICAL DAY AT BIS HCMC

There’s no limit to what your child can achieve in a typical day at our school. That’s thanks to our exceptional teachers, personalised learning experiences, and breadth of co-curricular activities.
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Truly personalised learning
Every element of our IBDP students’ learning is tailored to their interests, talents, and aspirations. For some, that means heading to the lab to model organic molecules; for others, researching theatrical traditions in our state-of-the-art auditorium.
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Leading lights
Our sixth form students lead the way, coming up with initiatives to increase the school’s sustainability at our Eco Committee, representing their peers with pride on our Student Council, and raising funds and awareness for our community partners.
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Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS)
Extraordinary CAS opportunities are part of every IBDP student’s day. Learning an instrument, playing badminton or basketball, or teaching English to local children – the world is your child’s oyster.
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In-depth investigations
It’s time for our students to delve into their specialist subject. Whether it’s testing a scientific theory, designing an air cannon, or writing a literature review, the IBDP Extended Essay encourages our students to become experts in their field.
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Creative expressions
Budding artists, performers, and musicians showcase their talents in school and our community, exhibiting stunning works of art, performing in our Battle of the Bands, and stepping into the spotlight in whole-school productions.
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Activities for everyone
The exceptional learning experiences don’t stop when the day ends! Co-curricular activities and clubs – ranging from swimming and vertical bouldering to chemistry, jazz and Model UN – give your child the chance to do what they love.
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MEET OUR ALUMNI

We’re incredibly proud of our former students, who form lifelong friendships and go on to achieve remarkable things. They also inspire our current students with stories of their hard work, success, and adventures.
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Josh Kazzi
Class of 2017
"My time at BIS HCMC was filled with a balance of academic, sporting, and social experiences. From travelling overseas for football tournaments and diving in the Philippines to trying different foods at International Day, there was never a dull moment!"
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Jeremie Luong
Class of 2020
"The guidance I received from my teachers and swimming coaches was amazing. Being part of a school community that was so supportive and caring made me more open to helping and working with others, too."
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Holly Van Zwanenberg
Class of 2021
"As well as fundamental skills like essay writing, organisation, and balancing wellbeing with studying, I learnt things that only this community can teach you, like respecting everyone regardless of the beliefs they hold."

OUR STATS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES

98%
of our IGCSE students achieved A*-C grades.
The average points score of our class of 2023 was
36.7
compared to the global average of 30.2
45
The top and perfect score was achieved by 3 students and a near-perfect score of 43 or 44 was achieved by 8 students in our class of 2023.
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OUTSTANDING ACADEMIC SUCCESS

SOME OF THE BEST RESULTS IN THE WORLD

We're incredibly proud of our students' academic results, which reflect their hard work, talent, and determination, as well as our commitment to excellence. From primary school through to the IBDP, your child will get the support, inspiration, and breadth of extraordinary experiences they need to succeed.
TAKE A LOOK AT OUR RESULTS
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UNIVERSITY DESTINATIONS

A PASSPORT TO HIGHER EDUCATION ACROSS THE GLOBE

Our students get remarkable results that unlock a world of possibilities – including pathways to the best universities in the world.  70% of our 2023 graduates were accepted by one of the world’s top 100 universities, including the University of Oxford and Imperial College London in the UK, The University of Pennsylvania, and Columbia University in the US, Seoul National University and National University of Singapore in Asia and the University of Sydney and Melbourne in Australia.
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HOW WE TEACH

INSPIRING YOUR CHILD

Our world-class teachers will nurture every aspect of your child’s development, personalising learning to their talents and passions.
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LEARNING FROM THE BEST

At BIS HCMC, we recruit the very best British and international teachers. Compassionate and committed, energetic and enthusiastic, every one of our carefully selected teaching team has a proven track record of delivering truly transformative learning experiences.

Our teachers will not only inspire your child to achieve amazing academic success, but they’ll also look after their personal and emotional development. They’ll do this by building their resilience and perseverance, nurturing strengths and passions, and embracing the small things that make them unique.

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ADDITIONAL EDUCATIONAL NEEDS

SUPPORTING EVERY CHILD TO SUCCEED

We make sure that every child fulfils their potential. For students who join us with limited English, we run dedicated English as an Additional Language (EAL) programmes, while our Learning Support (LS) service helps students with a variety of additional educational needs.
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WELCOME TO FUNDINOTOTS

As well as providing a holistic education for students aged 2 to 18, we also run a daily Fundinotots programme for babies and toddlers up to 36 months and their parents.

Fundinotots is a great place to meet other families, play, and make friends. Guided by our specialist staff, your child will get creative with paint, sand, and water, make some noise in our music sessions, and run, jump, and climb in our outdoor areas. There’s so much more, too, ensuring your little one will flourish in our creative learning environment.

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EXCEPTIONAL LEARNING EXPERIENCES

Life-changing opportunities – both in and beyond the classroom – will stimulate your child’s curiosity and creativity, broaden their horizons, and enable them to do what they love.

Outstanding Experiences