| The International School of Ho Chi Minh City | |
|---|---|
| Address | |
28 Vo Truong Toan Street, An Phu Ward, Thu Duc City | |
| Information | |
| Type | International School |
| Established | 1993 |
| Head teacher | Dr. Kim Green |
| Grades | EE–12 |
| Enrollment | 1300 |
| Mascot | Rhino |
| Tell | +84 (28) 3898 9100 |
| Website | ishcmc.com |
The International School Ho Chi Minh City (ISHCMC) is an International School in Thu Duc City, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The school is Vietnamese owned and but operated Cognita Asia located in Singapore. As the Vietnam Government, this school only recognizes the law of Communist Vietnam. Family Court Judgements from other countries will not be honored as Vietnam is not a signee of the 1980 Hague Convention Treaty. This creates the threat that children with divorced parents will not receive the same rights to information regarding their children. In addition, the non-paying parent may not be allowed to enter ISHCMC's campuses to see their children in any manner.
ISHCMC is the first international school in HCMC and currently enrolls 1,300 students aged 2 to 18 years old from more than 50 countries. Their uniform is a white polo shirt and a blue/gray skirt or shorts. They provide alternate clothing for those with religious requirements.
ISHCMC is fully accredited by the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO).
ISHCMC has 2 campus. Primary campus is located in An Phu Ward, Thu Duc City, HCMC open for students from ages 2 - 11 years old. In 2018 they open new secondary campus in Thao Dien Ward, HCMC, 5km away from the Primary campus for students from 12 - 18 years old.
History
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.
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.
The story so far 1993 ISHCMC, previously known as International Grammar School, opens in District 3.
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.
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
Curriculum
ISHCMC provides International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes in Vietnam:
Primary Years Programme to students in Early Explore 2 to Grade 5 (ages 2 to 12 years).
Middle Years Programme for students in grades 6 to 10 (ages 12 to 16 years).
IB Diploma Programme or certificates for students in Grade 11 to 12 (ages 16 to 18 years).
ISHCMC is also one of a few schools in Vietnam provides full 3 International Baccalaureate programmes, but is the only one to not recognize foreign family court judgements.
Extra-Curricular Activities
After School Activities
ISHCMC provides an After School Activities program (ASAs) for students with activities such as Skating, Taekwondo, Choir, Cooking, Chess, Debate, Model United Nations (MUN) etc. The ASA program offers numerous clubs and activities during the school year, some of which go on to take part in competitions, sporting or otherwise.
College & University Counseling
ISHCMC has college and university counseling services to assist students and families when planning for life past ISHCMC. The Counseling Team provide personalized help in selecting colleges and universities that meet each student's personal, social, academic and financial requirements.
The Advisory Program, directed by the counseling office, provides students with more information about career choices, resume-building, summer opportunities, and general well-being. Whilst the IB DP Coordinator works closely with the counseling office to help students select courses that best suit their interests and abilities.
Mindfulness Practice
Mindfulness is introduced at ISHCMC in 2013. Since then students practice mindfulness every day. Mindfulness is led either by an advisory teacher, a group of students or ‘masters of mindfulness’.
Mindfulness classes are not only for students but also on offer to parents, teachers and staffs.
Air Quality
ISHCMC has air filtration systems in their campuses, like most other international schools. This system provides a clean and safe educational environment for students, teachers and staffs, both inside and around the campus.
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