MerryStar Kindergarten

The school is guided by the 'Thân – Tâm – Tuệ' (Body – Mind – Wisdom) educational philosophy, which aims to create a balanced environment for early childhood development. This approach focuses on physical health and disease resistance (Thân), the cultivation of empathy and care for others (Tâm), and the mastery of English and Vietnamese alongside creative, independent thinking (Tuệ). The school emphasizes a student-centered approach designed to prepare children for a successful transition into primary school.

The school implements the Cambridge Early Years program for children aged 3 to 6, utilizing a competency-based education (CBE) approach that allows students to progress at their own pace. The curriculum covers five key learning areas and eight subjects: Physique (supported by the NOVA GYM program), Mathematics, Science, ESL, Vietnamese language, Music, Crafting, and Emotions and Social Skills. Instruction is personalized through adaptive teaching methods, and student progress is monitored using a proprietary observation toolkit.

The school manages admissions through a formal procedure that includes an application fee of 5,000,000 VND, which covers screening tests and health consultations. Prospective families are encouraged to register for a school visit, and the school reserves the right to deny placement if financial obligations are not met by established deadlines. Discounts are available for families with multiple children enrolled, children of staff members, and those who pay by semester or academic year.

The school year typically spans 12 months, with the 2025-2026 academic year running from June 12, 2025, to May 30, 2026. The calendar is divided into two semesters: Semester 1 from June 12, 2025, to December 31, 2025, and Semester 2 from January 1, 2026, to May 30, 2026.

MerryStar operates three campuses in Hanoi: Campus 1 in Vinhomes Riverside 2, Campus 2 in the 6th Element low-rise villa area, and Campus 3 in the Clubhouse 3 building of the Vinhomes Riverside urban area. The school utilizes modern educational tools, including interactive boards such as the Samsung Flip Pro, to support learning. Outdoor spaces are provided to facilitate physical activities and experiential learning.