Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City
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Located in Ho Chi Minh City's District 3, Viet Nam Tinh Hoa – The Futures School offers a dual-language immersion education in English and Vietnamese. The curriculum integrates the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework with 'The Futures School' signature program, utilizing methodologies from Harvard Project Zero and the MIT Media Lab to focus on design thinking and real-world problem-solving. Students utilize an urban "walking campus" model, where nearby cultural and athletic institutions act as extensions of the school. For example, physical education takes place at the Tao Dan Sports Field in partnership with the LaLiga Academy, and visual arts classes are held at the Vietnam Contemporary Visual Arts Academy. On-site facilities include preserved French colonial villas alongside modern additions like a STEAM Room equipped with 3D printers and a dedicated Sky Court for outdoor exploration. The school emphasizes Vietnamese cultural heritage through its daily teaching, ensuring students maintain strong connections to their local identity.
214 Pasteur, Phường 6, Xuân Hòa, Hồ Chí Minh 700000, Vietnam
Viet Nam Tinh Hoa - The Futures School has instruction in English, Vietnamese.
The school is centrally located at 214-216 Pasteur in District 3, Ho Chi Minh City. This urban setting allows the school to operate a "Walking Campus" model, integrating nearby cultural and sporting partner institutions into the students' daily activities. Students can access these specialist facilities either by walking or taking a short bus ride from the main campus.
The school caters to students from Early Years (starting at age 4) up to Grade 7.
Viet Nam Tinh Hoa by North London Collegiate School is an academically selective, co-educational day school. The school does not offer any boarding facilities for its students.
The school is centrally located at 214-216 Pasteur in District 3, Ho Chi Minh City. This urban setting allows the school to operate a "Walking Campus" model, integrating nearby cultural and sporting partner institutions into the students' daily activities. Students can access these specialist facilities either by walking or taking a short bus ride from the main campus.
The school reserves up to 10% of its admissions for students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) through its Special Rights Programme, which requires a formal assessment by an educational psychologist prior to entry. Once admitted, an internal Inclusion Team provides individualized one-to-one support, small group work, and classroom accommodations to ensure students can access the curriculum independently.
The school is directly affiliated with the United Kingdom through its partnership with North London Collegiate School (NLCS). It replicates the UK institution's educational principles and incorporates elements of the National Curriculum for England.
The school has no religious affiliation.
The campus opens for breakfast at 7:20 AM, and the academic schedule is divided into nine 35-minute lessons.
The school provides a dedicated daily bus service to help reduce the campus's carbon footprint and alleviate traffic congestion on local roads. All buses are fitted with seat belts, and students are expected to adhere to specific behavioral guidelines while on board.
Annual tuition at Viet Nam Tinh Hoa - The Futures School ranges from VND 483,200,000 to VND 551,200,000 for 2026/27.
Viet Nam Tinh Hoa - The Futures School teaches IB (PYP), Bespoke Curriculum, Vietnamese Curriculum for students aged 4 to 13.
Viet Nam Tinh Hoa by North London Collegiate School provides a dual-language curriculum taught in both English and Vietnamese from Early Years through Middle School (currently up to Grade 7). The school is an officially authorized International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP) World School, applying this framework to its foundational and primary education stages. Alongside the IB PYP methodology, the academic program integrates the specific requirements of the National Curriculum for England. Each classroom is staffed with two teachers to fully support the bilingual instructional model across all core subjects. As the school currently enrolls students up to Grade 7, it does not yet offer upper secondary qualifications such as IGCSEs or the IB Diploma.
1. Enquiry: Parents are advised to first contact the Admissions Office to check place availability before registering. This step involves completing a short online Enquiry Form, after which the admissions team typically responds within 24 hours. Parents are also encouraged to attend an admissions event, an open day, or schedule an individual school visit to experience the environment firsthand.
2. Application: Families submit a formal application, which can be emailed or delivered directly to the school. This requires a completed application form, a non-refundable application fee (currently 3,000,000 VND), and a comprehensive set of supporting documents including previous academic transcripts, medical forms, and parent identification. Since applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis and the school may close applications early for high-demand year groups, applying early is strongly recommended.
3. Assessment: All prospective students must complete an admissions assessment to evaluate their academic potential and suitability for the program. For Grade 1 applicants, this involves a group or individual observation, whereas Grade 2 and above require formal admissions tests. An interview may also be conducted if deemed necessary by the admissions team.
4. Decision: Following the assessment, the Head of Junior School makes a final decision regarding entry. Within three days, the admissions office will contact parents to inform them of the outcome. Successful candidates will receive an Acceptance Letter detailing the next steps and payment information.
6. Acceptance: Parents must accept the school's offer by a specified deadline outlined in the acceptance letter. This requires returning a signed copy of the letter, completing all requested paperwork, and paying the required fees. If the deadline passes without action, the offer becomes invalid and the place will be given to another applicant.
The school offers a Scholarship Programme designed to recognize students demonstrating high potential, intellectual curiosity, and commitment. Scholarships are available across multiple specific categories, including Academic Excellence, Music, Chess, Dance, Performing Arts, and Sport. Applications for these scholarships are thoroughly reviewed by the School Council and a Specialist Advisory Panel. Decisions are awarded based on a student's demonstrated ability, their potential for future growth, and their alignment with the school's core educational values.
Viet Nam Tinh Hoa operates a formal waiting list system. If an applicant successfully passes the assessment stage and qualifies for admission, but there are no available spaces in their respective year group, they will be placed on this waiting list. The school will then offer them a place if and when a spot becomes available.
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