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Education

Unlocking Potential from a Young Age: The Advantages of Enrolling Children in International Education at BIS HCMC

The path to becoming a lifelong learner begins early.

Education

How a Simple Dream for a Daughter’s Education Flourishes 25 Years Later at BIS HCMC

Saying Saigon has changed a great deal in the last 25 years is quite an understatement and the rapid development the city has experienced is not only evident by sprouting skyscrapers and large infrastructure projects, but also in educational opportunities.

Education

How Students at The British International School HCMC are Preparing to Transition Back to In-School Learning

In recent weeks, Saigon has experienced a return to relative normality in many regards, and schools may soon resume in-person classes.

Education

How Sixth Form Prepares British International School Students to Thrive

“It’s not just about getting into university, it’s what you’ll do there, and after, will you thrive?” Sean O’Neill, Headteacher at British International School, Ho Chi Minh City explains.

Education

What is ‘STEAM’ and Why Are Schools Implementing it?

If you’re familiar with modern education methods you’ve likely encountered the term ‘STEAM,’ an acronym that stands for science, technology, engineering, art and maths. But what is it, exactly? Some people think a focus on STEAM means merely adding robotics or coding classes to a curriculum, or bringing computers into art rooms.

Education

Saving Reefs and Servicing Communities at British International School

A whale with trash spilling out its busted belly, a seagull with feathers soaked in sticky oil, horses galloping in terror: a group of students circled around a computer peer over images of sculptures, searching for inspiration.

Education

Exploring Juilliard’s Collaboration with the British International School

The students became water. Or rather, buried beneath blankets and waving sheets, flicking flashlights on and off, mouths shushing and humming, they acted out “The Water’s Journey” as inspired by an Ansel Adams’ photo and the Sean Shepherd composition ‘Tuolumne’.