International program with IB Diploma
The International Program runs for students from Grades 1 to 12 and is taught entirely in English. The Curriculum and Assessment is provided by the Western Australian School Curriculum, by the International Baccalaureate Programme and by the American Diploma Pathway.
Bilingual program
The Bilingual Program provides students with a unique opportunity to learn in an environment that supports language development in both English and Vietnamese. We offer bilingual teaching program from the Ministry of Education – Training of Vietnam, along with three subjects from the Australian Curriculum
Early Years program
The Preschool Program is unique, effective, and especially helps children to develop comprehensively from these early years. The program is aimed to orient students towards bilingual and international programs in the next stage of schooling.
Best Teachers
The teachers have high level qualifications, and are both experienced and dedicated. Teachers have been qualified and trained for professional standards set by Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia.
Extracurricular activities
Many extracurricular activities are organized during the whole school year in order to bring the students a range of stimulating experiences beyond the walls of the classroom.
| Number of students |
2000 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
20 |
| Most common nationality |
Vietnamese |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
5:1 |
| Native English and Vietnamese speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English and Vietnamese |
Yes, our English for Academic Purposes Program (EAP) is available for students that do not fluent in English
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| Additional language classes offered by the school |
WASS is offering 2 programs:
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| Max. number of students per class |
24 |
| Average number of students per class |
20 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
The school is using Google Classroom to manage the online class and assignments every week. |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes, the school assigns and manages homework though the Students Portal and Google Classroom |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
It depends on the ages of students, approximately 30 minutes to 2 hours every day. |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes, the entrance exam is free of charge |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
The entrance exam has 2 parts:
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| Waiting list |
Yes |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
We offer rolling admissions subject to availability so there is no deadline for registration. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| School start time |
8:10am |
| School finish time |
04:30pm |
| Supervised care before/after school |
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 |
We offer the homework program and afterschool clubs (free of charge) for students from Monday to Thursday. |
| Sports activities included |
Swimming, Football, Hockey, Golf, Basket Ball |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Swimming pool, Basketball, |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
The Western Australian International School System (WASS) which provides education
At WASS, we believe that each child is unique and has their own potential. We strive to develop them by believing in them as capable individuals in a secure, caring, stimulating, inclusive academic atmosphere in which to grow and mature emotionally, intellectually, physically, and socially. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
At WASS, students are placed at the center of all learning experiences. We encourage student engagement to the classroom by collaborative learning strategy, inquiry-based learning, investigation, and problem-solving skills. In which, the teachers act as a guide to allow the child's natural curiosity to direct his/her learning, and promote respect for all things and all people. |
WASS focuses on investing and building separate campuses for each level: Kindergarten, Primary – Middle School and High School, situated at the central areas of the city.
Students can find everything they need at any of the 5 campuses, including libraries, laboratories, research labs, theaters, cafeterias, and well-equipped sports courts.
With modern design accompanied by a full range of facilities that meet international standards, each Campus displays a dynamic learning space with airy classrooms and specialized function rooms such as Music room, Art room, Robotics room, Makerspace, science labs, libraries, theaters … and spacious green playgrounds ensuring students’ convenience while studying at school.
• WASS offers diverse programs for both Bilingual integrated program and International integrated program.
• For high school students, we are having three excellent learning programs: ADP – American Diploma Program, WACE – Western Australian Certificate of Education, and IBDP – International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.
• Accredited by Vietnam Ministry of Education and Training (MOET), Department of Education and Training of HCMC, Greenville Area School District, Pennsylvania, SCSA – School Curriculum and Standard Authority, and IBO – International Baccalaureate Organization.
• Students are well prepared to succeed in tertiary institutions.
• Students make informed choices when making selection options for further study.
Every student is a distinct individual with unique interests and abilities. They tend to shine and excel when they are actively engaged in things that interest them most. Therefore, in addition to the main academic programs, the Western Australian International School System has organized extracurricular programs in the form of clubs from Monday to Friday each week.
These clubs are based on the concepts of “multiple intelligence” theory and “mechanism of brain activity”. When participating in club activities, in addition to having a chance to build leadership and teamwork skills, students have an opportunity to discover themselves and to develop their own special abilities.
We’re delighted that you’re considering The Western Australian International School System for your child’s education.
Please call or email our Admissions team, with any questions.
We’re looking forward to answering all of your questions and welcoming your family to our school.
