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Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction
True North International School (TNIS) in Ha Dong, Hanoi, combines American international and bilingual education with Vietnamese curricula to serve students from ages five to eighteen. The school offers Advanced Placement courses and SAT readiness alongside NGSS and CCSS as part of its Education Program, supporting university preparation and global competencies. The faculty delivers instruction in English and Vietnamese, with MOET Track preserving Vietnamese heritage while providing an American education, and an International Track that fosters intercultural fluency and global citizenship. The campus blends indoor and outdoor spaces to nurture creativity and well-being, including field trips and outdoor learning opportunities. Beyond academics, TNIS runs over 20 clubs and activities, such as VEX Robotics and debate, and a Broadway Stars program, enriching STEAM, arts, and leadership. The program emphasizes leadership, service, and university admissions planning, helping students access top universities through AP coursework and IELTS readiness, along with personalized learning pathways.
True North International School has typical class sizes of 24, instruction in English, Vietnamese.
Location
TH-03, Mo Lao, Ha Dong, Hanoi
Stages
Preschool (5-year-olds) through High School, with four levels: Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, and High School
Type
International School
Country affiliation
Vietnam
Bus service
Shuttle Bus: Flexible choice of one-way or two-way bus
Diving Deeper
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Fees
Annual tuition at True North International School ranges from VND 300,000,000 for 2026/27.
Application & one‑time enrollment payments - Entrance test fee: VND 0 (Free). - Application (registration) fee: VND 3,000,000. - Enrollment fee (one‑time): VND 15,000,000 for Foundation Year and International Track; VND 10,000,000 for MOET Track. - Initial payment required on acceptance (payable within the acceptance/registration timeframe): VND 50,000,000 for Foundation Year; VND 70,000,000 for International Track; VND 50,000,000 for MOET Track.
Tuition fees (yearly and per‑term) — published year group detail - Foundation Year (Trải nghiệm Tiểu học): - Annual (full‑year) payment option: VND 300,000,000 per year. - Termly payment option (two terms shown): Term 1 VND 157,500,000; Term 2 VND 157,500,000. - Note: the school states that tuition differs by program (International Track vs MOET Track) and that parents may choose annual or per‑term payment plans.
Billing schedule and payment terms - Parents may pay tuition either annually (full payment) or on a per‑term basis. - To accept an Offer Letter, parents must sign and complete the Registration Fee and Initial Payment within seven (7) working days after receiving the test result/offer.
Boarding fees - Boarding: no separate boarding fees are listed; a boarding program and boarding charges are not shown among the school's published fee items.
Other compulsory and optional fees / typical additional costs - Development fee (one‑time): VND 25,000,000 (listed across categories). - Learning material fee: VND 10,000,000 (Pre‑School); VND 30,000,000 (International Track); VND 20,000,000 (Bilingual Track). - Uniform fee: VND 2,500,000. - Insurance fee: VND 1,500,000. - Meal fee: - Preschool: VND 30,000,000. - International Track: VND 25,000,000 (breakfast included). - Bilingual Track: VND 25,000,000 (breakfast excluded). - Advanced Placement (AP) fee: AP tuition is listed as included in tuition for some programs; where charged, AP fee shown as VND 18,000,000 per AP subject. - Bus (transport) fees — distance bands and typical charges: - Under 5 km: One‑way VND 17,500,000; Round‑trip VND 26,500,000 (school‑time); After‑school one‑way VND 17,500,000; After‑school round‑trip VND 31,000,000. - From 5 km to 15 km: One‑way VND 18,500,000; Round‑trip VND 29,500,000 (school‑time); After‑school one‑way VND 18,500,000; After‑school round‑trip VND 33,000,000. - Over 15 km: One‑way VND 23,100,000; Round‑trip VND 35,000,000 (school‑time); After‑school one‑way VND 23,100,000; After‑school round‑trip VND 39,000,000.
Refunds and withdrawal / refund information - No explicit refund schedule or detailed refund policy for tuition, deposits or one‑time fees is published alongside the fee table. The school's admissions information does require the Registration Fee & Initial Payment to be completed within seven working days of an Offer Letter; no published refund provisions for those items are shown in the published fee data.
Fee payment options - The published fee information shows the available payment plans (annual or per‑term) and the required payment timing for acceptance (registration fee and initial payment within seven working days). Specific electronic payment methods (bank transfer, credit card, international payment partners) and detailed payment instructions are not specified on the published fee page. Contact the school's admissions office for payment method details.
Brief summary of coverage and missing published items - The school's published admissions/fees material provides detailed one‑time fees, the Foundation Year tuition (annual and termly amounts), and a list of other fees (development, learning materials, uniform, insurance, meals, AP and bus tiers). The published material does not show a full, line‑by‑line tuition schedule for every school year/grade group in the same table and does not publish a detailed refund policy or the specific payment method options alongside the fee table. For any specific grade‑by‑grade annual and per‑term tuition figures beyond Foundation Year, or for formal refund and accepted payment method terms, the admissions office should be consulted directly.
Academics
True North International School teaches Advanced Placement (AP), Vietnamese Curriculum for students aged 5 to 18.
Curriculum
The school offers Advanced Placement (AP) courses; the Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT); Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS); and Common Core State Standards (CCSS) as part of its Education Program. It is described as an American International & Bilingual School in Ha Dong, Hanoi.
Higher Education Progression
TNIS students have offers of admission from more than 30 universities worldwide, including Cornell University, University College London, University of Melbourne, University of Sydney, Pratt Institute, and Berklee College of Music. Scholarship and financial aid reported include US$3,000,000 in the United States, AUD 80,000 in Australia, and VinUniversity scholarships of up to 70% and Fulbright University Vietnam scholarships of up to 40%.
Wellbeing
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Parent Experience
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Facilities
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Extra-Curricular Activities
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Languages
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Reputation
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Admissions
Admissions
Application Process: 1) Enquiry Form: Complete the online registration form. Admissions will get back within 3 business days with details about the enrollment process. 2) Competency Assessment: The school will arrange a campus tour and an entrance exam to assess students' abilities. Interviews will also be conducted to learn about students' personalities, skills, and academic aspirations, as well as parents' expectations and goals. 3) Application: Parents should submit the enrollment form as instructed by the Admissions Office: online via email to admissions@truenorth.edu.vn or at the Reception Desk of True North International School. 4) Acceptance and Registration: TNIS will send the test results along with an Offer Letter. To accept and complete enrollment, parents must sign and return the Offer Letter to TNIS and finish the Registration Fee & Deposit payment within 7 working days after receiving the test result.
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FAQs
Where is True North International School located?
True North International School is in Ha Dong district, Hanoi, at TH-03, Mo Lao. It is described as an American International & Bilingual School, with English-Vietnamese bilingual education.
What age range and grade levels does TNIS serve?
TNIS serves students aged 5 to 18, from Preschool through High School, across four levels: Preschool, Elementary, Middle School and High School. The school is co-educational and led by Head of School Michael Lambert.
What curriculum and language tracks does TNIS offer?
TNIS offers AP courses, the SAT, NGSS and CCSS as part of its Education Program, and provides English-Vietnamese bilingual instruction. There are two tracks: International Track and MOET Track, with IELTS readiness to support English proficiency.
What are the main upfront fees and enrollment costs for TNIS?
The application/registration fee is 3,000,000 VND. The enrollment fee is 15,000,000 VND for Foundation Year and International Track, or 10,000,000 VND for the MOET Track. Upon acceptance, an initial payment is due: 50,000,000 VND for Foundation Year, 70,000,000 VND for International Track, or 50,000,000 VND for MOET Track.
How is tuition charged and what payment options exist?
Foundation Year tuition is 300,000,000 VND per year, with options for annual full payment or per-term payments (Term 1 and Term 2 each 157,500,000 VND). Acceptance requires signing the Offer Letter and paying the Registration Fee and Initial Payment within seven working days. Tuition may differ by program (International Track vs MOET Track) and by payment plan.
What other typical costs should I budget for at TNIS?
Besides tuition, there are several other fees: a one-time Development Fee of 25,000,000 VND; Learning Materials (varies by track); Uniform 2,500,000 VND; Insurance 1,500,000 VND; meal fees (vary by track); and bus transport fees by distance. AP subjects may carry an additional 18,000,000 VND per subject where charged.
What academic programs and standards define TNIS academically?
TNIS includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses, the SAT, NGSS and CCSS as part of its Education Program, aligned with its American International & Bilingual School identity. The bilingual English-Vietnamese program supports dual-language proficiency.
How many AP courses can students take, and how does TNIS support university admissions?
High school students can take up to 15 AP courses, and the school provides SAT readiness and college admissions preparation to help students apply to universities.
Which universities have TNIS graduates gained admission to?
TNIS graduates have offers of admission from more than 30 universities worldwide, including Cornell University, University College London, University of Melbourne, University of Sydney, Pratt Institute and Berklee College of Music. Scholarships available include US$3,000,000 in the United States, AUD 80,000 in Australia, VinUniversity scholarships up to 70%, and Fulbright University Vietnam scholarships up to 40%.
What is the TNIS campus like and what facilities support learning?
The campus provides a modern, safe learning environment with indoor and outdoor spaces that connect students with nature, supporting creativity and active learning. On-campus facilities support a variety of activities and classes beyond regular lessons.
What sports and extracurricular facilities does TNIS offer?
TNIS offers badminton and volleyball for Middle and High School students. After-school activities include fencing, VEX Robotics and debate, with more than 20 clubs and extracurricular options available.
What kinds of clubs and activities can students join at TNIS?
There are more than 20 clubs and activities, including Daily Life Skill, IronKid, Pickleball, Drone, Do It Yourself, Broadway Stars, Baseball, Poetry, GymKid, Dance, Canva, Sketchnote, Football, STEAM, Badminton, Volleyball and many others.
What kinds of clubs and competitions help develop leadership at TNIS?
Students participate in competitions such as the VEX Championship, TMDC, WIMUN and GCI, and leadership is developed through projects, community service and cross-border collaborations.
What wellbeing and safeguarding measures does TNIS have in place?
TNIS follows a safeguarding framework with a 3C policy and designated Child Protection Officers. Concerns can be reported via CARE forms or the anonymous QR-based system, ensuring confidentiality and prompt action.
What support is available for SEN and EAL students?
SEN support includes Braille Literacy & Tactile Learning Support for Middle & High School. EAL pathways are offered through the International Track and Bilingual Track, with IELTS readiness to build English proficiency.
How does TNIS promote mental wellbeing and fitness?
Fitness & Wellness is a pillar of the wellbeing program, complemented by over 20 clubs and regular field trips to support physical and mental health and overall resilience.
Is a uniform required, and what does it cost?
Yes, TNIS requires a uniform. The uniform fee is 2,500,000 VND.
How is food provided at TNIS and what are meal options?
The school runs a canteen with a meal program. The International Track includes breakfast, while the Bilingual Track does not; meal fees apply.
Who governs True North International School?
TNIS is governed by a School Board. Founders include Tammy Bui (Founder & COO) and Danny Hwang (Co-Founder & Strategic Advisor).
What languages are taught at TNIS and how does language provision work?
TNIS teaches English and Vietnamese with bilingual teaching. The MOET Track develops early fluency in both languages, and IELTS readiness supports English proficiency.
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