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BIS HCMC Graduates of 2024 are now joining top universities around the world - University Destinations 24

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BIS HCMC Graduates of 2024 joining top universities around the world

Congratulations to our graduating class of 2024 who are embarking on the next chapter of their educational journey, at some of the top universities across the globe. From Harvard University and UCLA in the USA, University of Cambridge and Imperial College London in the UK, Korea University and Seoul National University in South Korea to National University of Singapore, The University of Sydney, University of Toronto and University of Amsterdam, our students are off to the best of the best! Not to mention other top Universities in Australia and Korea as students are currently applying and receiving offers for a February 2025 start at universities including University of Melbourne, University of New South Wales and Yonsei University.

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Why is parental engagement important?

Parent-teacher-student conferences, exit and entry points, performances, workshops, supporting children in sport, information sessions, and competitions - is it all that important? Well, the research tells us yes! Read all about the benefits of parental engagement and how our parents have been getting involved during term 1!

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BIS HCMC shortlisted for International School of the Year 2024 in Tes Awards

We are incredibly excited to announce that we have been shortlisted for International School of the Year in the Tes awards alongside 7 other schools from around the world. With hundreds of schools nominated, it’s a great honour for us to be shortlisted as one of the best international schools in the world and a testament to our exceptional leadership, teaching and support staff.

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Sparking creativity with AI in education

Inspired by the Nord Anglia Education Insights article, “The Fourth Education Revolution” we wanted to share with you our own insights on AI in education.

At BIS HCMC we want to lead the way and we believe that AI can be used as a tool for creativity across the entire curriculum. Hear what our teachers and students have to say about how we can utilise AI to foster creativity and spark inspiration!

BIS HCMC sports teams kick-start the 2023-24 season with commitment and determination - BIS HCMC sport teams kick start the season

BIS HCMC sport teams kick-start the 2023-24 season with commitment and determination

Our dedicated athletes, in our basketball, cross country, football, swimming, table tennis and volleyball teams, have started their 2023-24 season with some outstanding performances against teams across HCMC. With training in full swing, and many competitive fixtures under their belts, our students are certainly committed to the countless hours of training and showing true teamwork skills and sportsmanship. Our PE department share some of the highlights of the season so far.

The growth of sustainability and global citizenship at BIS HCMC

After 13 years at BIS our Whole School Deputy Head Teacher (Enrichment) Ms Lauren Binnington has made a huge mark on BIS HCMC. One of the many long-lasting changes she has seen in her time is the development of our sustainability practices in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. In her latest and final blog at #BISHCMC Lauren reflects on how far we have come as a sustainable school, whilst developing a global citizen mindset in each and every student.

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Nicola Davies: inspiring a generation of readers, writers, artists, environmentalists and changemakers

In celebration of Book Week, we recap last term's inspirational author visit from Nicola Davies, award-winning British Author and Zoologist.

25 Reasons to Choose BIS HCMC - 25 Reasons to Choose BIS HCMC

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25 Years: 25 reasons to choose BIS HCMC

As we celebrate our 25th year of providing outstanding education, we were inspired by our Head Teacher of Junior Campus, Ms Dee Grimshaw as she counts 25 reasons to choose BIS HCMC for our 25th anniversary.

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Bridging the Gap - Supporting our Students After the Challenges of Covid

After a challenging three years where the global pandemic, Covid-19, caused major disruption to the education of millions of school aged children across the world, The British International School, Ho Chi Minh City brought together staff from across the FOBISIA network to look at strategies to best support those students most affected in our International Schools. Read all about our three outstanding keynote speakers and experts in their fields Shane Leaning, Dr Angie Wigford and Dr Vy Vu MBChB, MRCPsych (UK), MSc, alongside, speech and language therapists, leaders of Learning Support and EAL departments.

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Sensational Win for BIS Barracudas at BIS Swim Meet 2023

On the 4th and 5th of March 2023, BIS HCMC hosted the BIS Invitational Swimming Gala for the first time in four years. There were a total of 420 swimmers from the seven different schools ranging from age 6 - 18 years old. Read about how BIS broke 17 school records and came home the overall champions!

A Garden Party to Remember - Commemorating 25 Years of BIS - A Garden Party to Remember - Commemorating 25 Years of BIS

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A Garden Party to Remember: Commemorating 25 Years of BIS HCMC

Relive our incredible Garden Party commemorating 25 years of outstanding education.

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BIS HCMC Retains BSO “Outstanding in Every Category”

We are delighted to announce that BIS HCMC has retained the British Schools Overseas “Outstanding in Every Category” status following the, Penta International inspection of our school in November 2022.

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Community Spirit in Action

Last Sunday our BIS HCMC community was out in force turning Sala into a vibrant sea of red and Union Jacks! This was the return of the popular BritCham Charity Fun Run!

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BritCham Fun Run 2022

Ready, get set... The BritCham Fun Run is back! The annual event, which started back in the year 2000 has since raised over 12 billion VND for local charities in Vietnam.

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Celebrating 25 Years of BIS HCMC

This year marks the 25th Anniversary of the British International School Ho Chi Minh City. For the past 25 years, BIS HCMC has provided an exceptional British style education to thousands of Vietnamese and International students, earning the reputation of the leading International school in Vietnam.

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What is it like to transition your children between Nord Anglia schools

For many families, the first Nord Anglia school their child joins is only the beginning of their international education journey. In this blog we are interviewing Anne, a parent within the Nord Anglia community, who shares the experience of her family and their relocations around the world.

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What are the top benefits of an international education at the British International School, HCMC?

We know that when it comes to choosing a school for your child, there are many factors to consider. Between public, private and international schools, a lot of choices exist, but which school is the right one? Here we share some of the top reasons why an international education with us is a great decision for your child.

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How the BIS PE Department has adjusted for Virtual Learning.

Discover how our experienced PE Department has pivoted it's teaching style for virtual lessons that engage students, with innovative and structured forms of skill development and physical activity.

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Global Campus Visual Arts Competition 2021

Each year BIS HCMC joins other students from across NAE schools in the Visual Arts competition. Each school is able to submit one entry for each of four age categories: Under 8s, 8-11, 11-14, and 14+, and these are fiercely contested places.

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BIS Mission Statement and Values in Action 2021

Excellence is an art won by training and habituation. We do not act rightly because we have virtue or excellence, but we rather have those because we have acted rightly. We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act but a habit.” Aristotle

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BIS HCMC Graduates of 2024 joining top universities around the world

Why is parental engagement important?

BIS HCMC shortlisted for International School of the Year 2024 in Tes Awards

Sparking creativity with AI in education

BIS HCMC sport teams kick-start the 2023-24 season with commitment and determination

The growth of sustainability and global citizenship at BIS HCMC

Nicola Davies: inspiring a generation of readers, writers, artists, environmentalists and changemakers

25 Years: 25 reasons to choose BIS HCMC

Bridging the Gap - Supporting our Students After the Challenges of Covid

Sensational Win for BIS Barracudas at BIS Swim Meet 2023

A Garden Party to Remember: Commemorating 25 Years of BIS HCMC

BIS HCMC Retains BSO “Outstanding in Every Category”

Community Spirit in Action

BritCham Fun Run 2022

Celebrating 25 Years of BIS HCMC

What is it like to transition your children between Nord Anglia schools

What are the top benefits of an international education at the British International School, HCMC?

How the BIS PE Department has adjusted for Virtual Learning.

Global Campus Visual Arts Competition 2021

BIS Mission Statement and Values in Action 2021