DP★ 8.1/10
British International School, Ho Chi Minh City
The British International School Company Limited, 246 Nguyen Van Huong, An Khanh Ward,, Ho Chi Minh City. Tax:0302487781, 70000, VIETNAM
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IB Programme
8.1/10
Rating
5
Reviews
$24K - $44K
Salary Range
At a Glance
TypePrivate
BoardingBoarding available
LanguagesEnglish
IB RegionIB Asia Pacific
GenderCo-educational
LanguageENGLISH
IB Authorized02 June 2005
University CounsellorYes
IB Programmes
DP
Diploma ProgrammeAccreditations
International BaccalaureateCogniaBritish Schools Overseas
Teacher Reviews
BIS HCMC is regarded by most teachers as a strong academic school with high standards and a genuine focus on teaching and learning. The leadership is generally described as supportive and trustworthy, though the school's growth and Nord Anglia acquisition have brought some cultural shifts. Teachers consistently praise the motivated students, supportive parent community, and the vibrant city of Ho Chi Minh City as a place to live and work.
Pros
- +Leadership is generally supportive of staff wellbeing, including understanding about maternity leave, illness, and family needs.
- +Students are consistently described as delightful, motivated, and dedicated to their studies.
- +The parent community is largely supportive and appreciative of teachers' work.
- +Ho Chi Minh City offers a vibrant lifestyle with excellent dining, nightlife, expanding expat community, and convenient travel options throughout Asia.
- +The school maintains high academic standards with a clear focus on teaching and learning.
Cons
- –Teachers are expected to work very hard to maintain the school's high standards, and there can be pressure to constantly pursue the next initiative.
- –Some staff accommodation suffers from flooding and damp issues due to location.
- –Assessment systems in primary needed improvement, with concerns about data being analyzed before accuracy was ensured.
- –The school's rapid growth and corporate direction following the Nord Anglia acquisition has somewhat diminished the community feel.
- –Pollution and traffic in the city can be problematic, particularly for those with asthma or respiratory issues.
Contact
The British International School Company Limited, 246 Nguyen Van Huong, An Khanh Ward,, Ho Chi Minh City. Tax:0302487781, 70000, VIETNAM