Saigon South International School

The school is a not-for-profit institution committed to the intellectual and personal development of each student to prepare them for a purposeful life as a global citizen. Its core values—Academic Excellence, Sense of Self, Respect for All, Balance in Life, and Dedicated Service—are central to the curriculum and aim to develop open-minded, upstanding, and environmentally aware individuals.

The school provides a rigorous academic programme divided into Elementary School (EC-Grade 5), Middle School (Grade 6-8), and High School (Grade 9-12). The High School curriculum is notable for offering three distinct tracks, including the IB Diploma Programme, Advanced Placement courses, and college preparatory-level courses.

Graduates achieve 100% university acceptance, with students matriculating to top institutions worldwide, including Princeton, Oxford, Stanford, and Harvard. The school utilizes a best-fit approach to university guidance to help students identify and gain admission to their ideal post-secondary destinations.

The school provides a comprehensive network of support for student well-being, staffed by eight counselors and a school psychologist. This team is dedicated to supporting the social and emotional development of the student body.

The school accepts applications for students from Early Childhood through Grade 12. The admissions process involves an inquiry, a school visit, and the submission of an application form along with a non-refundable application fee. New students are also required to pay a one-time registration fee and an enrollment deposit to secure their place.

The school operates on an academic year with tuition payments typically due in quarterly installments, with specific deadlines in June, September, November, and February. A discount is available for families who choose to pay the full annual tuition by late June.

Located on a six-hectare site, the school features the largest and greenest campus in Ho Chi Minh City. Facilities include three full-sized soccer fields, two playgrounds, multiple gardens, and three design labs. Students in grades 4 through 12 are required to use a MacBook for their daily studies.

The school offers over 200 after-school activities and clubs, including athletics, VEX Robotics, debate, and performing arts. There are 72 sports teams available for student participation, and teachers often coach or lead these activities to foster stronger bonds with students.