VAS – A Pioneer in Building the Foundation of International Bilingual Education in Vietnam

With 21 years of establishment and development, the Vietnam Australia International School (VAS) has been one of the pioneers in laying the foundation for bilingual international education and introducing the Cambridge programme to Vietnam.

Over the past 15 years, the Cambridge curriculum has become the most widely taught programme across both bilingual and monolingual international schools in Vietnam.

Globally, Cambridge is a trusted and prestigious education system delivered in over 10,000 schools across more than 160 countries.

Currently, Ho Chi Minh City is home to 23 Cambridge-certified K–12 schools. Among them, VAS is the largest international school system, with all six campuses licensed to deliver the Cambridge programme from Kindergarten through to High School.

Four Key Advantages of Studying the Cambridge Bilingual Programme at VAS

In a recent online admissions consultation, representatives from VAS shared four standout features that have made its Cambridge bilingual programme the trusted choice of over 10,000 parents.

Highlighting the distinctive strengths of the Cambridge Bilingual Programme at VAS, shared by Ms. Do Minh Chau, Teacher Nguyen Thu Ha — Vice Principal, and Teacher Eloise Briony Martin — Director of the Cambridge Academic Programme at VAS.

Accordingly, the four key differences in VAS’s academic programme include:

1- A holistic education programme that equips students with essential knowledge and skills for their future;

2- Three flexible bilingual learning pathways, with up to 85% of the curriculum taught in English – tailored to students’ academic needs, interests, and long-term study goals;

3- A personalised career counselling and university preparation programme starting as early as Grade 8 and continuing through Grade 12, guiding students to choose the right path and prepare for university admissions and scholarships;

4- A commitment to innovation and educational leadership. VAS continuously improves its programmes and learning experiences every year, helping it maintain its position as a leading bilingual school system for the past 21 years.

In the 2025–2026 academic year, VAS is launching key upgrades in both facilities and academic content across all three learning pathways, with a strong focus on wellbeing, digital and global citizenship, English speaking skills, extended AS/A Level hours, and AI literacy for students from Grades 1 to 12.

The journey “From VAS to the World” – shared by Alumni Lê Hồng Vân – Founder and CEO of VVS Dental, and Nguyễn Hoàng Yến Nhi – Partnership Specialiset at Fahasa Book Distribution Company

Proven Academic Excellence

The outstanding academic results of VAS students in both the Cambridge programme and the Vietnamese national curriculum (MOET) speak volumes about the school’s educational quality and its 21-year legacy of excellence.

As of May 2025, VAS students have secured 187 scholarships worth over USD7 million (approximately VND200 billion) – a nearly 30% increase compared to the 2023–2024 academic year. These scholarships come from top universities in Vietnam and worldwide, including in the U.S., Australia, UK, Germany, Canada, Switzerland, and the Netherlands.

In addition, VAS students have earned nearly 2,500 awards at various competitions from district to international levels – an 18% increase from the previous year. Among these are 522 international awards across prestigious academic and talent contests.

Actress Đinh Ngọc Diệp, Ms. Lê Thị Hạnh Trường – Director of Kiến Á Architecture Design & Construction Consultancy, and teacher Đỗ Minh Châu talked about how VAS supports students in developing bilingual proficiency, preserving Vietnamese identity, and building a strong academic foundation

VAS is now widely recognized as “Home of Excellence”, having produced numerous Top in the World and Top in Vietnam Cambridge award winners.

In 2024, VAS students achieved 4 “Top in Vietnam” titles in Psychology, ICT, and Economics. Notably, student Lê Viết Nam Khôi from VAS Sala was awarded “Best Across Four” for achieving the highest total score in four AS Level subjects nationwide.