Our History

At ISHCMC, we are extremely proud to have been the first international school in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. With a long history of graduating students to high profile universities around the world we are continuously looking forward whilst respecting and embracing our past.

Founded in 1993, and previously named the “International Grammar School”, ISHCMC was established to provide high quality education to children of expatriate families in Vietnam. From its humble beginnings in District 3, ISHCMC has expanded to two campuses located in Thao Dien with best-in-class learning facilities that serve as the foundation for learning.

 

The story so far

  • 1993

    ISHCMC, previously known as International Grammar School, opens in District 3.

    ISHCMC Openning ceremony in 1993
  • 1997

    International Grammar School is renamed “International School Ho Chi Minh City” and moves to the current Primary campus location in District 2.

  • 1998

    ISHCMC is granted approval to offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP).

  • 1999

    ISHCMC receives accreditation from the ECIS, now known as the Council of International School (CIS).

  • 2000

    ISHCMC graduates its first class of International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (IBDP) students.

  • 2008

    ISHCMC receives accreditation from NEASC and is now accredited by two of the most renowned international accreditation organizations worldwide.

  • 2011

    ISHCMC joins the Cognita Schools Group, a family of over 100 schools worldwide.

  • 2017/18

    ISHCMC officially inaugurates its new Secondary Campus.

    A bird's eye view of Secondary Campus
  • 2018

    ISHCMC celebrates its 25th year and its status as the first international school in Ho Chi Minh City.

  • 2023

    ISHCMC celebrates its 30th year of curiosity, achievement, resilience and empathy