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British International School HCMC - Junior Campus

Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees ₫648,100,000 - 724,100,000
Ages 5 - 11 years
Pupil numbers 2400
Type Co-educational
Opened 2002
Bus Service Yes
Availability Not shared by this school
Part of
British International School Ho Chi Minh City
Academic offering
Curriculum IPC (International Primary Curriculum), British Curriculum
Taught languages English, French, Mandarin, Spanish, Vietnamese
Typical class size 22
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Primary School
Introduction

The Junior Campus at BIS HCMC serves primary students in Thao Dien, about 15 minutes from District 1. Teaching follows the English National Curriculum with the International Primary Curriculum (IPC), delivered in English with French, Spanish, Mandarin, and Vietnamese taught as languages. Primary classes typically have 20–24 students. Students choose from a wide CCA programme organised into Music/Productions, Arts/Activities/Language, STEAM/Technology, Community, Sports, and Food Technology, with examples ranging from Book Club and Junior String Orchestra to team sports. The campus connects by private bridge to the Secondary Campus, supporting smooth transition to later years.

This campus is part of British International School Ho Chi Minh City

225 Nguyen Van Huong Street, An Khanh Ward, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

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The Essentials

British International School HCMC - Junior Campus has 2,400 pupils, typical class sizes of 22, instruction in English.

Location
The Junior Campus is located at 225 Nguyen Van Huong Street, Thao Dien, Thu Duc City, about 15 minutes from central District 1. The area is a popular residential hub for expatriate families, with easy access to international supermarkets, cafés, and housing. The campus is connected to the Secondary Campus by a private pedestrian bridge and is close to main transport routes across the Saigon Bridge.

Stages
The Junior Campus provides education for students in the Primary stage, representing the middle years between the Early Years & Infant and Secondary campuses. Learning builds on early foundations with a focus on developing core skills, creativity, and independence through the English National Curriculum and the International Primary Curriculum (IPC).

Type
The Junior Campus is a co-educational day school.

Additional learning support
The school provides Additional Educational Needs (AEN) and English as an Additional Language (EAL) support for students who need extra help. Support includes small-group interventions, targeted instruction, and collaboration with class teachers. The school is not a specialist SEN institution but accommodates a range of mild to moderate learning needs within its mainstream setting.

Country affiliation
The school follows the British curriculum and is part of Nord Anglia Education, a UK-based global schools group.

Religious affiliation
The school does not have any religious affiliations.

School day structure
The school day begins at 7:50 a.m. with registration and ends at 2:30 p.m. Co-curricular clubs and sports sessions take place after lessons. Breaks are scheduled mid-morning and at lunchtime, providing time for socialising, eating, and outdoor play.

Bus service
BIS HCMC provides a school bus service serving multiple districts across the city. Each bus is supervised by trained staff who assist students during pick-up and drop-off. The service is centrally coordinated by the school’s transport office, with routes reviewed regularly to meet family needs.
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Fees

Annual tuition at British International School HCMC - Junior Campus ranges from VND 648,100,000 to VND 724,100,000 for 2026/27.

Application Fee
A non-refundable Application Fee of VND 4,700,000 is payable when submitting an application. This covers administrative processing for each new student file.

Registration Fee
A one-time, non-refundable Registration Fee of VND 73,300,000 is charged upon acceptance of a place. This confirms the student’s enrolment and secures the place at the school.

Security Deposit
A refundable Security Deposit of VND 24,500,000 per child is required on joining. The deposit is returned in full when the student leaves, provided 90 days’ written notice is given.

Tuition Fees (2025–2026 Academic Year)

* Year 1: VND 671,600,000 per year (Term 1 351,500,000 | Term 2 263,050,000 | Term 3 147,920,000)
* Year 2: VND 689,600,000 per year (Term 1 361,000,000 | Term 2 270,900,000 | Term 3 151,700,000)
* Year 3: VND 705,200,000 per year (Term 1 382,470,000 | Term 2 286,230,000 | Term 3 160,950,000)
* Year 4: VND 705,200,000 per year (Term 1 382,470,000 | Term 2 286,230,000 | Term 3 160,950,000)
* Year 5: VND 724,100,000 per year (Term 1 392,720,000 | Term 2 293,900,000 | Term 3 165,260,000)
* Year 6: VND 724,100,000 per year (Term 1 392,720,000 | Term 2 293,900,000 | Term 3 165,260,000)

Billing Schedule and Payment Terms
Tuition may be paid annually (before the start of the school year) or per term in advance. Annual payments receive an approximate 15 percent discount. Payments can be made in VND, or in USD for international transfers at the prevailing bank exchange rate. Outstanding balances are subject to a 1.5 percent monthly surcharge.

Additional Costs
Tuition fees exclude meals, uniforms, transport, educational trips, extracurricular clubs, and individual instrumental lessons.

Refund Policy
Parents must give 90 days’ written notice prior to withdrawal. Refunds are calculated according to the last term attended: 55 percent of annual tuition (withdrawal in Term 1), 30 percent (Term 2), and 0 percent (Term 3). Term fees and late-enrolment fees are non-refundable.
Academics

British International School HCMC - Junior Campus teaches IPC (International Primary Curriculum), British Curriculum for students aged 5 to 11.

Curriculum
The Junior Campus at BIS HCMC provides the Primary stage of education, following the English National Curriculum integrated with the International Primary Curriculum (IPC). This combination ensures that students develop a strong foundation in core subjects such as English, Mathematics, and Science, while engaging in topic-based, cross-curricular learning. Lessons are supported by specialist teaching in Music, Physical Education, and Vietnamese Studies. Students also study Modern Foreign Languages, including French and Mandarin, from the primary years. Digital literacy, social skills, and personal development are built into classroom learning to prepare students for secondary education. The curriculum encourages curiosity and reflection, connecting global themes with local context and community life.

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Admissions

Admissions
1. Initial enquiry
Families begin by submitting an online enquiry form through the BIS HCMC website. The Admissions Team contacts parents within one working day to discuss availability, school programmes, and next steps. Families are encouraged to book a campus tour, which can be conducted in person or virtually.

2. Campus tour
Prospective families are invited to visit the Junior Campus to meet staff, view classrooms, and understand the school’s curriculum. Tours are personalised, giving parents insight into daily life and facilities.

3. Application submission
Parents complete the online application form and provide supporting documents, including copies of the child’s birth certificate or passport, school reports (if applicable), and any learning support documentation. The Application Fee of VND 4,700,000 is payable at this stage.

4. Assessment and review
Each child undergoes an age-appropriate assessment to determine their academic readiness and language level. The school also reviews past reports and teacher recommendations to ensure appropriate placement.

5. Offer and enrolment
Successful applicants receive a formal Offer Letter from the Admissions Office. A student’s place is confirmed once parents sign the acceptance form and pay the Registration Fee and Security Deposit.

6. Orientation and start
Before term begins, families receive information about class placement, uniform requirements, and school transport options. New students are invited to attend orientation sessions to help them settle in smoothly.

Scholarships
The school does not publicly offer or list any scholarships for the Junior Campus or Primary level. All admissions are fee-based, and there are no academic or financial aid programmes currently advertised by BIS HCMC for this stage.

Waitlist
The school operates a waitlist system when year groups reach full capacity. Applications are held on file and reviewed as spaces become available, with priority given to siblings of current students and children of returning families.
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