28 Vo Truong Toan Street, An Phu Ward, Thu Duc City, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
+84 (28) 3898 9100
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL HO CHI MINH CITY
OPEN FOR
ENROLLMENT
The 2026 – 2027 School Year
Empower Your Child Future at ISHCMC
Since 1993, ISHCMC has been among the schools
that families in Ho Chi Minh City turn to
1st
IB World School in Ho Chi Minh City
34
Average IB Score vs 30.58 Global Average
60+
Nationalities in one inclusive, globally-minded community
98%
of graduates accepted to top-choice universities worldwide
A World-Class Curriculum,
Built for Every Learner
ISHCMC builds on a legacy of excellence and belonging, pairing world-class learning with a connected community to shape globally minded changemakers.
↳ 34 Point IB Average
Achieving elite academic results that consistently exceed the global average of 30.
↳ 30 Years of Pioneering Excellence
The first international school and IB World Continuum pioneer in Ho Chi Minh City
↳ Launchpad for World Success
Empowering the Class of 2025 to secure $56M in scholarships and 98% top-choice university placement
↳ A Global Culture of Care
Nurturing 60+ nationalities through daily mindfulness and the research-based POSISH wellbeing framework.
↳ 95+ After-School Activities
World-class opportunities in state-of-the-art facilities for sports, arts, and innovation
↳ 65% Master’s Degree Educators
Highly qualified faculty with an average of 9+ years of international teaching experience
A Legacy of Excellence
30 Years in the Making. Proven Every Year.
At ISHCMC, excellence is not just an outcome but a deeply embedded standard, cultivated over three decades as the city’s first international school and IB World Continuum pioneer.
We prove that an inclusive, non-selective environment can achieve elite results, with our students consistently delivering an average IB score of 34 points, exceeding the global average of 30.
1st
International school in Ho Chi Minh City
1st
IB World Continuum School in Ho Chi Minh City
1st
IB World Continuum School in Ho Chi Minh City
700+
Primary School Students
800+
Secondary School Students
1
Community
2
Campuses
Our Graduates Go Everywhere
ISHCMC graduates have secured admission to 7 of the top 10 QS-ranked
universities worldwide. Their destinations span every continent and every discipline.
One Seamless Journey
15 Years of Excellence
Our IB program builds on foundational skills in reading and math to foster critical thinking and global awareness. It is a widely admired program because of the deep connections students make between their learning and the real world.
Campus & Facilities
Our two purpose-built campuses support a holistic educational journey,
providing specialized environments that cater to academic rigor, physical health, innovative exploration, and emotional well-being
Primary Campus
Secondary Campus
Beyond A School
We offer 95+ ASA in state-of-the-art ECA facilities and 26+ programs in the IPAA (ISHCMC
Performing Arts Academy). Beyond the School, our programs are designed for the young
generation to be energized, engaged, and empowered, centering on a holistic “Culture of
Care” that balances academic rigor with personal well-being.
Shaping Futures
Education at ISHCMC is not just preparation for the
future. It is participation in creating a better future.
Our legacy of shaping futures reflects our belief that
students should leave not only ready for the world,
but ready to influence it.
ISHCMC is a launchpad for global pathways,
universities, careers, and contributions that matter.
We shape individuals who are adaptable, principled,
and future-ready in a world that demands both
intelligence and character.
An Apple Distinguished School
International school in Ho Chi Minh City
ICARE Values
Inclusion, Curiosity, Achievement, Resilience, and Empathy form the foundation of every graduate. Academic results are only part of who they become.
Culture of Care
POSISH, our whole-school social-emotional framework, ensures students develop resilience, empathy, and integrity alongside their studies.
Service Learning
CAS projects create real-world impact (environmental campaigns, social entrepreneurship, mental health awareness, and community engagement) beyond the classroom.
Skills for Emerging Challenges
STEM, design thinking, coding, robotics, media production, and digital arts are embedded from Early Years.
Arts, Sports & Performance
A 350-seat professional theatre, Blackbox studio, recording studios, three gymnasiums, and two 25m pools.
Hear From Those Who Know Best
Considering ISHCMC for your child? Speak directly with parents who have walked this journey.
Learn firsthand about our academics, community, and what life in Ho Chi Minh City is really like.
Admissions Journey
We welcome new students throughout the year at ISHCMC. Our ISHCMC buddy system pairs your
child with an ISHCMC student with a similar background, culture and language for a smooth
transition to ISHCMC.
Two Campuses - One Community
Our campuses are in An Khanh, the neighborhood many still know as Thao Dien. This area was
voted #16 in the world’s coolest neighborhoods by Time Out, and it continues to offer the vibrant,
international, and family-friendly community our families love.
Primary School
Secondary School
01 Xuan Thuy Street, Thao Dien Ward, Thu Duc City, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
+84 (28) 3898 9100
FAQs
How fast will Admissions respond?
Within 1 business day. We’ll confirm your child’s details, share a short document checklist, and help you book a campus tour or virtual meeting.
Is there support for additional languages?
Yes. We offer 15 IBDP languages plus a self-taught, school-supported option when a language isn’t timetabled. Students also receive targeted English language support as needed to succeed in class.
What university outcomes can we expect?
In 2025, 98% of graduates were accepted to top-choice universities, with $56M+ in scholarships. Your child will get clear guidance on subject choices, applications, and scholarships throughout high school.
Enrollment for AY 26-27
Discover how ISHCMC Can Unlock Your Child’s Success Story byfilling out the
form to get in touch with a member of our admissions team who will answer
any questions you have. You will receive a response within 1 business day.
