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INTERNATIONAL PRIMARY CURRICULUM

Our personalised approach to Primary education nurtures our students' formative personal and academic growth. It helps our students flourish as individuals, showcase their creativity, discover more about the world, and improve their language skills.
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ONE INTERNATIONAL CURRICULUM, ONE APPROACH, TWO LANGUAGES

NATIONAL CURRICULUM OF ENGLAND

ONE INTERNATIONAL CURRICULUM

Our personalised Primary programme combines academic excellence with essential soft skills, nurturing confident and adaptable learners, ready to thrive and seamlessly transition into our international secondary programme. 

Our unique education is driven by the National Curriculum for England, fostering both academic achievement and cultural understanding within a safe and enjoyable learning environment.

ONE APPROACH

Students study Literacy, Maths, Science, Art, History and Geography in both English and Vietnamese, gaining a strong academic foundation whilst achieving fluency in both languages. Our personalised care and attention given to every BVIS student ensures that children feel safe and happy in our school environment, developing independent, confident and reflective learners.

TWO LANGUAGES

With our unique approach to learning, our innovative methods help students develop the agility to switch between languages effortlessly, supporting their growth as confident and fluent communicators. 
 

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PREPARING FOR TRANSITION INTO THE INTERNATIONAL SECONDARY PROGRAMME

Moving up to Secondary is a significant milestone in a student’s learning journey. At BVIS, we support students from Year 4 to Year 6 in familiarising themselves with the new environment through their bespoke Transition Days, while also guiding parents through informative transition workshops. This ensures that our students feel confident and well-prepared as they move into the International Secondary Curriculum after completing their Primary years. With dedicated support from form tutors, subject teachers, pastoral team and academic advisors, we aim to provide a strong foundation for our students' success in Secondary and beyond!
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An innovative phonics system

Based on a highly respected English programme, our pioneering phonics approach is taught in both Vietnamese and English. Our globally acclaimed, innovative phonics programme develops strong linguistic skills, enabling students to switch seamlessly between languages with confidence.

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A Personalised Learning Approach

Our personalised approach to education engages and inspires our students. Lessons are built around each child's needs, preferences, and interests, ensuring they learn in a way that's right for them.

We monitor progress through assessments containing clear Aged-Related Expectations (AREs). These keep track of how each student is progressing in maths, English, and Vietnamese. The outcomes of these assessments are then used to craft future learning.

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A TYPICAL DAY AT BVIS HCMC

Our primary students' days are packed with learning experiences that inspire wonder, spark creativity, and develop lifelong skills.
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The day begins…
At 8:30am, our students arrive at school. They then discuss, plan, and prepare for an exciting day ahead with their teacher and peers.
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The day begins…
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The foundations
In morning lessons, our Primary group enjoy the building blocks of academia: literacy, maths or science studied in either English or Vietnamese.
The foundations
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Food for thought
At lunchtime, fresh, nutritious, and delicious Asian and Western meals are prepared onsite for students to enjoy with their friends.
Food for thought
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Passion projects
In the afternoon, students follow their passions in our Imaginarium, a multi-sensory room where their dreams can become a reality. The Imaginarium promotes visual, tactile, and auditory stimulation, and provides a quiet place for students to unwind.
Passion projects
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Home time 
With their minds full and buzzing, our students prepare for the school bus to take them home at 3:05 pm, or continue to explore their interests at any one of our 100 after-school clubs. Whether they love art, sport, music, dance, or drama, there truly is something for everyone! 
Home time
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How we teach

HIGHLY QUALIFIED TEACHERS WHO INSPIRE

Our handpicked teachers have a track record of inspiring children to succeed. The bring a wealth of qualifications and experience to our Primary classrooms, and share our commitment to developing both English and Vietnamese language skills.
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Education beyond the classroom

One of the many reasons our children and parents love BVIS HCMC is our diverse extracurricular programme. This instils a lifelong love of learning that extends far beyond the curriculum.

Our students enjoy sports, performing arts, community service, and a range of other activities. We also offer trips in Vietnam, across Asia, and around the world.

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A supportive and close partnership with our parents

We understand that you are your child's first educator – and the most important person in their life! Our goal is to build a strong relationship with you, based on regular communication, that will truly enhance their learning experience. We do this in several ways, including through individual learning portfolios on the ClassDojo platform and regular parent meetings.

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OUR FACILITIES

AN ENVIRONMENT MADE FOR LEARNING

Our purpose-built facilities will unlock your child's potential, creating extraordinary learning experiences that nurture their strengths, passions, and ambitions. In a supportive and interactive environment, our Primary students are encouraged to think independently, work collaboratively, and develop a deep respect for language and culture.
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CREATING OPPORTUNITIES THROUGH ACHIEVEMENT

Our truly international curriculum is grounded in traditional Vietnamese values, inspiring our students to realise their aspirations and make a difference in the world beyond the classroom.

Our academic excellence
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