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CityHo Chi Minh City
CurriculumAmerican
Leaving qualificationsUS Diploma, AP, and SAT
Language of instructionEnglish
Age RangeAges 3 to 18
Boarding available - Yes
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Quick summary of key school information

Leaving qualifications US Diploma, AP, and SAT
Language of instruction English
Native English teachers
Extra languages (other than English)
Class sizes Average 15 students / class
Maximum 20 students / class
Extracurricular activities
School bus
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Yearly fees: from: 165,900,000 ₫
to: 568,920,000 ₫
This school has more than one campus in Ho Chi Minh City:
Middle & High School Campus: Ages 11 to 18

Address: 286 Lãnh Binh Thăng, Phường 8, Quận 11, Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam

Elementary Campus: Ages 3 to 11

Address: 501 Lạc Long Quân, Phường 9, Tân Bình, Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam

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Number of students

300

Number of nationalities represented in the school

16

Most common nationality

Vietnamese, Korean, American

Native English speaking teachers

Yes

Language support for students not fluent in English

English Language Development

Additional language classes offered by the school

German, French, Korean, Japanese, Mandarin, Spanish, Vietnamese

Max. number of students per class

20

Average number of students per class

15

Does the school employ teaching assistants?

Yes

Use of technology in the classroom

APU provided up-to-date facilities for both offline and distance learning studies. It offered the students soundproof smart classes, high-tech workstations, project-based team-focused desks, seamless interactive hardware/software systems, and other ed-tech means

Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures)

Yes

External examinations or assessments available

APU aims at ensuring quality education while embracing advanced technology and continuous innovation. Accordingly, it has developed a curriculum where the students, management, and the faculty work together to keep the courses relevant to today’s industry requirements.

The school has implemented MAP testing as an eternal assessment tool to determine how the students compare to other international students, and to students in the United States. The MAP testing data is also used to identify students’ strengths and weaknesses, and to inform planning.
Moreover, in addition to course revision, faculty members have curated a personalized learning course in such a way that gives the students the liberty to choose and match their needs and interest.

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

Our teachers have specialized training to work with students who have learning disabilities or other special needs.

Entry evaluation for students

Yes

Brief description of entry evaluation required

English Placement Test

Deadline for registration (new academic year)

We offer open enrollment throughout the year, allowing students to join our school at any time. This flexibility ensures that students can take advantage of our programs and opportunities whenever it's convenient for them.

Students can join after academic year begins

Yes

School start time

8:00

School finish time

Elementary School: 15:30
High School: 15:15

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

APU American International Schools address the emotional well-being of students through the social aspect of school. It organizes events such as festival and traditional holiday celebrations, extra-curricular club system, online sharing with other schools, and holiday cultural celebrations. School Spirit Week, school community-based games involving teacher/student, advisory time, and out of school community volunteerism opportunities are some of the other popular activities.

The Elementary school has a traditional homeroom structure where the teacher is responsible for core content teaching and learning. Students stay together in all classes.

The secondary school has an ‘Extra-Curricular club system’ that allows students to engage in extra-curricular activities with a school community group. There is a secondary and an elementary school Student Council to organize student activities and events.

Sports activities included

Physical education, Basketball, Soccer...

Sports teams or sport competitions available for students

Yes

Facilities at the school

Library, Science Labs.

Sports facilities at the school

Indoor gymnasium, outdoor basketball court, weight room.

Grades/ages available for boarding

Grade 6

Boarding facilities at the school

APU American International Schools offers a boarding program for students who either do not live in Vietnam or students who want to participate in the boarding school experience. Its dormitory facilities are located on a safe and secure campus.

Qualities and characteristics best defining the school

APU American International School was founded in 2004 as a private and international Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12 college preparatory school. In addition to the American- standard curriculum with English as the primary language in the learning process, APU International School has officially participated in the system of "World Schools". At APU, there are conditions for students' exposure and learning to 7 different languages ​​depending on their preferences and choices, and the program applies to all APU students from around the world.

Teaching approach of the school

Our goal is to educate the whole student's incorporating mind, body, and spirit. A strong partnership of motivated students, caring faculty, and parents affirms and challenges each person within a dynamic American educational program enriched by a multicultural setting in Vietnam. APU promotes high standards of excellence by enhancing student learning for leadership in a global world.

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