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Hanoi Academy
A bilingual school in Tay Ho's Ciputra enclave, founded 2009 and now around 1,800 pupils aged 3–18, running a Pearson Edexcel pathway alongside the Vietnamese stream.
Fees
Annual fees
| Year level | Age | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Kindergarten (Young & Middle) | 3 | ₫116,400,000 |
| Pre-Primary | 5 | ₫129,000,000 |
| Grade 1 | 6 | ₫113,000,000 |
| Grade 2 | 7 | ₫113,000,000 |
| Grade 3 | 8 | ₫113,000,000 |
| Grade 4 | 9 | ₫113,000,000 |
| Grade 5 | 10 | ₫113,000,000 |
| Grade 6 | 11 | ₫129,000,000 |
| Grade 7 | 12 | ₫129,000,000 |
| Grade 8 | 13 | ₫129,000,000 |
| Grade 9 (iGCSE) | 14 | ₫150,000,000 |
| Grade 10 (iGCSE) | 15 | ₫150,000,000 |
| Grade 11 (IA-Level) | 16 | ₫150,000,000 |
| Grade 12 (IA-Level) | 17 | ₫165,000,000 |
Reviews
- Hanoi Academy is repeatedly placed in tier two of Hanoi's bilingual options in expat discussions, alongside Vinschool, Wellspring and Olympia. The cohort is overwhelmingly Vietnamese, with international qualifications running through an Edexcel-aligned upper school.
- Parent reviews on directory sites lean positive but the pool is small. Reviewers describe a bright, energetic campus and value for fees relative to full international schools.
- Teachers are more critical. Recurring comments describe the bilingual divisions across Hanoi, Hanoi Academy included, as a mix of qualified and early-career teachers, with cheating in Vietnamese-track classes flagged as a wider sector issue.
- One ex-staff member, the strongest negative signal, told prospective teachers to "stay far away," citing low pay, no paid holidays, and management.
- Older alumni and former teachers, by contrast, describe the school as "a great place to work" and a worthwhile entry point.
- A historical bus-related fatality was referenced in 2024 by an expat comparing the school's response to other recent incidents; the comment used it as an example of a school that continued operating after a tragedy. Treat this as one comment, not a verified pattern.
Positives
- fees and access. Lower fees than full international schools at around 110 million VND for primary make it one of the more accessible bilingual options.
Considerations
- tier and positioning. Consistently placed in tier two of Hanoi bilingual schools alongside Vinschool, Wellspring and Olympia.
- teacher mix. Reviewers note a blend of qualified and early-career teachers, typical of bilingual schools in the city.
- staff conditions. One detailed Reddit post warns of low pay, no paid holidays and management issues; older accounts are more positive.
- academic environment. Directory parent reviews are positive on energy and atmosphere but small in number; Reddit raises concerns about cheating culture in bilingual divisions.
Leadership
Ông Lê Thanh Tùng
TS. Le Thanh Tung is the General Principal and CEO of Hanoi Academy International Bilingual School, having led the institution for over 15 years since its inception. He is a prominent advocate for educational innovation in Vietnam, focusing on transitioning from traditional knowledge-heavy teaching to a model that prioritizes self-study, research skills, and the development of global citizens. Dr. Tung holds the philosophy that "Knowledge is power" and has been a key figure in integrating the Vietnamese national curriculum with the British international program (Pearson Edexcel). His leadership emphasizes creating a happy learning environment where students are equipped with personal abilities and social awareness to succeed in the era of Globalization and Industry 4.0.
Accreditations
- VN_MOET 01
Academic results
- 100% graduation rate from National High School 100%
- Students achieving IGCSE certificates 100+
- Students achieving A-level/IFD certificates 70+
Location
172 Đ. Nguyễn Hoàng Tôn, Khu đô thị Ciputra, Phú Thượng, Hà Nội 100000, Vietnam