Fun, Happiness, and Parental Involvement are Essential to ISSP’s Approach to Holistic Development
“When I first entered ISSP, the staff and the teachers were very warm and engaged. They're very responsive to my child's needs. After the model class, she was just very happy!” exclaims Nina, the moth...
Exploring the Power of an International Community at International School Ho Chi Minh City
Success at the International School Ho Chi Minh City (ISHCMC) can be measured according to many metrics. From IB DP test scores well above the world average to impressive academic careers post-graduat...
Ben Armstrong Joins Jo Roberts as Co-Heads of School at European International School
"Having Co-Heads of School provides several opportunities for EIS. Firstly, we can harness the power of collaborative leadership by leveraging our different strengths, experiences, and perspectives to...
The Importance of Service Learning in a Holistic Education at AIS
“We want our students to grow up be really good leaders with a moral compass and purpose for the future. Service learning is a great way of helping them to develop these key attitudes and skills,” exp...
Harnessing Technology to Unlock Educational Potential at Australian International School
While curriculums have evolved and learning philosophies have progressed, the biggest changes in education in recent decades involve technology.
Global Citizenship at the Forefront of Education at European International School
“Global citizenship is a way of living sustainably that demonstrates respect for the environment and for others,” says Jo Roberts, Acting Head of School at European International School (EIS).
From Digital Societies and Theatre to Environmental Systems, Sport and Computer Science: BIS HCMC’s Wide Range of IBDP Subjects Prepares Students for Exciting Futures
When you picture secondary school students absorbed in their coursework, you are unlikely to envision them learning about Digital Societies, Computer Science, Environmental Systems and Societies (ESS)...
Unlocking Potential from a Young Age: The Advantages of Enrolling Children in International Education at BIS HCMC
The path to becoming a lifelong learner begins early.
The Winter Bazaar at International School Saigon Pearl Showcases the Power of the IB PYP
Kitten Survivor, Snowy Kingdom, Toilet Tower Defense and Snacks But Weird were just a few of the large games placed on the floor beside their designers: Year Three students at International School Sai...
The Power of First Impressions at Australian International School Saigon
What is an Open Day? An opportunity for prospective families to view a school’s facilities, meet members of the teaching and leadership teams, and learn about curriculums, admissions and career paths?...
Why the European International School Community Is Best Experienced in Person
“I think we do fun very well here,” explains Jo Roberts, the Deputy Head of School at European International School (EIS) in Saigon.
AISA Games Come to Saigon
Australian International School, Saigon (AIS Saigon) is set to host students from Australian International Schools across Asia this November, for the highly anticipated AISA Games 2023.
Australian International School Welcomes New Executive Principal
“The world is interconnected, companies work across countries and continents. Education today, therefore, has to prepare students to be global citizens: team players and team leaders, quietly confiden...
Empowered Secondary Students Personalize Their Curriculum Pathway at the British International School
The amount of international schools available in Ho Chi Minh City seems to be outnumbered only by the many acronyms prospective families must memorize to make sense of the differences in curriculum an...
Family-Oriented Community Education on Display at European International School's Open Day
European International School (EIS) refers to its campus as an educational village and it quite literally consists of family homes. Ms. Jo Roberts, the Deputy Head of School, explains to Saigoneer: “T...
Australian Spirit on Display at AIS Open Day
“The best way to see the Australian Spirit is to just witness it as you walk around the school, it shows the kindness and compassion of our students and teachers and our willingness to help each other...
Scholarships Provide Unparalleled Opportunities at European International School
Lively student performances, games, activities, a bazaar, and snacks all combined to bring the community even closer together earlier this month at European International School’s (EIS) Thao Dien camp...
How a Simple Dream for a Daughter’s Education Flourishes 25 Years Later at BIS HCMC
Saying Saigon has changed a great deal in the last 25 years is quite an understatement and the rapid development the city has experienced is not only evident by sprouting skyscrapers and large infrast...
Envisioning a Student’s Potential at Australian International School’s Open Day
An Open Day involves far more than simply letting people onto the school grounds to look around. Teachers, students, senior leadership and support staff all work together to welcome families of prospe...
The Power of Performing Arts at British International School Hanoi
What is the value of taking dance classes for students who will not pursue dance as a career?
Achieving Social-Emotional Development at International School Saigon Pearl
Why do children go to school? Cultivating knowledge and skills necessary for an independent, working life is important, but that is only part of the story. The social-emotional learning that takes pla...
What Primary Education Emphasizes at British International School Hanoi
Grades, examinations and preparations for university acceptances are all necessary aspects of a student’s education, but they only constitute a small fraction of what schools focus on.
How Schools Emphasize Whole Child Development
“Whole child development is so important because a child is absorbing the world around them, learning the complexities around them, and that world can be different depending on how we engage the child...
Australian International School’s Scholarships Put Students on the Path to Success
Financial difficulties stand in the way of too many people reaching their full potential. Being unable to afford tuition or being distracted by the need to earn extra money can severely hinder one’s a...
How Anne Hill Promotes a Growth Mindset Amongst Students
“We want them to come to school and be happy!” Anne Hill says of the students who attend her namesake primary school.
Families Invited to “Come Home” to European International School Ho Chi Minh City
By providing safe and nurturing environments for students to learn, grow and develop, the best schools function as a home-away-from-home. When children feel comfortable in their surroundings, supporte...
International Schools’ Increased Focus on Students’ Mental Health
If a student is not safe and mentally and emotionally healthy, they will be unable to reach their academic and social potential.
Australian International School Opens its Doors
How do parents choose a school for their child? Considering their impact on an individual’s academic, social and emotional development and the role they play in a person’s life trajectory, finding the...
How Foreign Families Continued to Thrive During Lockdown at British Vietnamese International School (BVIS)
“The more diverse you are, the richer your life becomes,” explains Sun-hwa Kwon, whose daughter, So-yul, is in her fifth year at Hanoi’s British Vietnamese International School.
How International School Saigon Pearl Ensures Student Safety
When sending their children to school, parents must be confident that they are physically, emotionally and mentally safe.
How Students at The British International School HCMC are Preparing to Transition Back to In-School Learning
In recent weeks, Saigon has experienced a return to relative normality in many regards, and schools may soon resume in-person classes.
Tips for Parents Preparing for the First Day of School
Sending children to school for the first time, or to a new school, can be challenging for parents.
How the British International School HCMC Instills a Sense of Direction for Students Applying to University and Beyond
“Instead of thinking of a destination to this journey, think about the direction.”
Preparing Graduates for University Success at European International School
Being accepted into a top university is just the first step on a student's journey to higher education where soft skills and study habits are keys to long-term academic success.
How Sixth Form Prepares British International School Students to Thrive
“It’s not just about getting into university, it’s what you’ll do there, and after, will you thrive?” Sean O’Neill, Headteacher at British International School, Ho Chi Minh City explains.
Emphasizing Mental Wellness at Australian International School
Promoting mental wellness requires a holistic approach.
A Teacher’s Perspective on the Importance of Implementing STEAM in the Classroom
The world faces an uncertain future, and the youths of today are the ones that will need to respond to unforeseen challenges.
How Saigon’s Students are Preparing for the Future
The students would not be denied their chicken and rice, and thus took to the streets in protest.
Giving Students a Voice at International Schools
Even the best-run operations sometimes need recalibration.
How Saigon’s New Graduates Respond to Uncertain Futures
What is high school graduation without a ceremony?
Defining a Successful Student
Accomplishments come in many varieties.
A BIS Student Finds Inspiration at the United Nations
“A lot of people, especially young people, just go on with their daily lives…and they might think that global issues are way too much; that they’re out of their hands. And what I’m trying to do ...
Preparing High School Students for Post-Graduation Success
“I’m adulting now,” Milly says with a laugh when explaining what she has been doing since graduating from Australia International School (AIS) this past spring. After receiving one of the highest scor...
What is ‘STEAM’ and Why Are Schools Implementing it?
If you’re familiar with modern education methods you’ve likely encountered the term ‘STEAM,’ an acronym that stands for science, technology, engineering, art and maths. But what is it, exactly? Some p...
Saving Reefs and Servicing Communities at British International School
A whale with trash spilling out its busted belly, a seagull with feathers soaked in sticky oil, horses galloping in terror: a group of students circled around a computer peer over images of sculptures...
British International School Hanoi Pays Homage to Vietnam’s Vibrant Culture During Tet
Tet in Vietnam offers a unique opportunity to engage in timeworn traditions. British International School Hanoi (BIS Hanoi) paid homage to the Year of the Pig with a lively assembly which in...
Exploring Juilliard’s Collaboration with the British International School
The students became water. Or rather, buried beneath blankets and waving sheets, flicking flashlights on and off, mouths shushing and humming, they acted out “The Water’s Journey” as inspired by an An...
A Modified UK Education Model is the Key to Student Success at BIS
The United Kingdom was recently ranked the #1 country in the world for education.
Portrait of a Saigon Student Preparing for an International University
In many ways, Minh Ha Nguyen is an average Vietnamese teenager - she frequents milk tea shops, strums her guitar in her downtime and loves to meet up with friends at streetside stands.
The Value of Connected, Collaborative Education in Vietnam
Saigon is constructing new office towers, financial buildings, malls and luxury apartments at a frantic pace, but the building frenzy is not all about commerce and housing, as exemplified by the Briti...
