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. |