Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
258 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
35 |
| Most common nationality |
Korean, Vietnamese and Japanese |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
35% local : 65% international |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
English as an Additional Language |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Vietnamese, Japanese, French, Korean |
| Max. number of students per class |
Differs per grade level. |
| Average number of students per class |
20 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Integrated technology use |
| External examinations or assessments available |
We are an IB, PYP, MYP and DP school. In DP we offer the IB Diploma |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes, HIS is an inclusive school and we offer student learning support |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Entrance assessment. |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
English proficiency test - reading, writing and speaking |
| Waiting list |
Depends on the grade level. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
We offer rolling admissions all year round. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| School start time |
7.45am |
| School finish time |
3pm |
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
Only for the sports classes |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
We offer a Co-Curricular program after school from 3pm - 4pm |
| Sports activities included |
Physical education. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes and we are members of HAC and MRISA Sports Associations |
| Facilities at the school |
Library, Design Lab, Library, Maker Space, Science Labs |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Playground, outdoor sports field |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Hanoi International School enables all students to realise their full potential in a caring and positive learning environment. Through its broad and balanced, international curriculum HIS endeavours to develop responsible, globally conscious citizens. HIS strives to develop the whole child as a life-long learner with a strong sense of self worth. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
Hanoi International School enables all students to realise their full potential in a caring and positive learning environment. Through its broad and balanced, international curriculum HIS endeavours to develop responsible, globally conscious citizens. HIS strives to develop the whole child as a life-long learner with a strong sense of self worth. |