Overview
International School Ho Chi Minh City (ISHCMC) established in 1993. ISHCMC is the first IB World School in Vietnam and provides the International Baccalaureate with a culturally diverse perspective to students aged 2 – 18 years.ISHCMC is a vibrant co-educational school of over 1,400 students representing over 60 nationalities and provides a unique learning experience from Early Years through to Grade 12.
Academics
As one of the few IB Continuum schools in Vietnam, ISHCMC offers the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP). Through the IB curriculum, students construct understandings and knowledge of their world through personalized learning experiences and inquiries that develop a deep understanding of important concepts in global contexts.
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Student interviews, English language testing (if required), Reviewing academic history, Placement in grades and classes, Allocation of subjects and timetabling.
Extra-curricular Activities
A wide variety of after school activities (ASAs) are available for students from KG to Grade 12 to further their interests, develop academic areas of growth, and to venture into new areas.
The ASA program offers numerous clubs and activities during the school year such as Student athletic, Arts, Cooking, Team Building, Life Skills, Weekly Projects, etc. some of which go on to take part in competitions, sporting or otherwise. Two different sessions/terms of clubs are offered each semester, with each session lasting six – eight weeks.
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Health & Safety
ISHCMC Health and Wellness Centre serves the school by providing First Aid assistance for students requiring attention in the event of a minor injury while they are at school. Health records are maintained on all students and are kept in the Health and Wellness Center. If any student becomes unwell or injured while at school, the Health and Wellness Center staff will provide basic First Aid care to the student.
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