Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
1200+ |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
10+ |
| Most common nationality |
Vietnamese |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
80% Host country, 20% International |
| Native English and Vietnamese speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English and Vietnamese |
EAL (English as an Additional Language) |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Chinese, Spanish, French, German and Italian |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Technology is part of everyday learning at our school. Students use digital tools like tablets and interactive screens to explore, research, and collaborate in both English and Vietnamese. This helps them develop confidence and essential digital skills in a bilingual environment. |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online during emergencies) |
Yes |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
The school embraces diversity and does not observe or promote any specific religion. |
| External examinations or assessments available |
Our Sedbergh Vietnam – BCIS curriculum represents a fusion of the best aspects of Vietnamese and UK education, incorporating the Cambridge curriculum as well as the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) and International Middle Year Curriculum (IMYC). The primary objective of this curriculum is to establish a solid and exceptional foundation in knowledge, skills, and personal attributes for our students, enabling them to emerge as successful leaders in their future endeavors. |
| Results in these examinations |
Students demonstrate strong progress across core subjects and consistently meet or exceed expected standards for their grade levels. |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Special Needs |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Entrance exam |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Test includes English, Math and Literature |
| Waiting list |
Yes |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
No deadline |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Twice a week, SSV students engage in over 60 after-school clubs across sports, academics, and the arts, supporting the development of their varied talents. |
| Sports activities included |
The Sedbergh Vietnam Athletics Program is built on the belief that teamwork affords valuable life lessons critical to character education. Through sport, we are committed to teaching athletic skills, so later in life students have the confidence and desire to be active, exercise, website and play recreational sports. Sedbergh Vietnam students have the opportunity to play many sports. Sedbergh Vietnam is fielding 41 Athletic Teams, which includes students from ages 7-18 in varied sports including, but not limited to, Badminton, Basketball, Soccer, Swimming, and Volleyball. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
| Facilities at the school |
An international-standard sports complex that fosters physical development, teamwork, and leadership skills; Modern and flexible learning spaces—from laboratories and libraries to the STEAM innovation hub—are all designed to inspire curiosity and a love for learning. |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Our Sports Center offers extensive facilities such as a swimming pool, soccer field, basketball, volleyball, badminton, and tennis courts, along with a dedicated golf practice area. |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Sedbergh Vietnam takes pride in delivering a curriculum that seamlessly integrates the rich traditions of both Vietnamese and British cultures. Sedbergh's approach is rooted in a commitment to providing a well-rounded education that embraces the best practices from both worlds, ensuring a holistic and globally relevant learning experience. Students have the option to select between two distinct curricular paths, either the bilingual or international track, depending on their abilities and career aspirations. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
Sedbergh provides caring, rigorous and engaging learning that builds self-reliance, promotes creativity and rewards hard work. Sedbergh acts with Humility, honour Ambition, teach Resilience and value Kindness. |
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