Singapore International School @ Gamuda Gardens
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$20K - US$25K
Curriculum: Singaporean · Cambridge
Age Range: 1-18
Students: ~500
Location: Hoang Mai, Hanoi
Updated April 2026
In Brief
SIS Gamuda Gardens is a solid choice for families in Hoang Mai who want a structured Singapore-Cambridge curriculum with WASC accreditation at fees well below the city's IB-school tier - the Gamuda Gardens location makes it particularly convenient if that estate or the surrounding area is your housing target.
Singapore International School at Gamuda Gardens is part of KinderWorld Education Group's network of 10+ SIS campuses across Vietnam, operating under the same Singaporean-Cambridge educational framework since the group was founded in Singapore in 1986. The curriculum moves from iPSLE (the international version of Singapore's primary leaving exam) through Cambridge IGCSE and into A-Levels, giving students a coherent progression that is well-recognised by universities in Singapore, the UK, Australia, and North America. WASC accreditation - achieved alongside six other SIS campuses in Vietnam - provides the independent quality validation that many competing schools at this fee level lack. The school's 'Eastern values, Western education' philosophy is embedded in daily practice rather than just prospectus language.
The Gamuda Gardens campus is purpose-built and well-equipped, positioned on a clean residential estate in Hoang Mai - an area that has grown significantly as a family destination over the past five years. The school offers Outward Bound Programmes for upper primary, secondary, and high school students, which sets it apart from most Hanoi international schools in the co-curricular offer. Registered as a SEAB Overseas Examination Centre for the iPSLE since 2005, and with university articulation agreements with Elmhurst University (USA) and Edinburgh Napier (UK), the school has more formal university pathways than its fee level might suggest.
The honest caveat is that public review data is thin - three ratings on iSchoolAdvisor, all positive but from a limited sample. The school does not appear in the regular parent-community discussions that surface more freely for larger Hanoi schools. Families should request to speak with current parents during any admissions visit. Fees for the International Programme are from the school's official document dated February 2025; confirm the current schedule directly as fee increases are typical year-on-year.
What parents value
- –WASC-accredited, one of seven SIS campuses in Vietnam to hold this status. Cambridge IGCSE and A-Level qualification pathway recognised by universities in Singapore, the UK, Australia, and the US.
- –iPSLE centre since 2005 - the Singaporean primary leaving examination gives families coming from Singapore or targeting Singapore-style university entry a continuous qualification pathway.
- –Outward Bound Programmes for upper primary through high school, university articulation with Elmhurst University and Edinburgh Napier University, and a KinderWorld-wide network of 30+ years of operating history behind it.
Points of consideration
- –Fees are from February 2025 - confirm the current 2025-26 and 2026-27 schedule directly with admissions before budgeting, as the school reserves the right to adjust fees without notice.
- –Thin independent parent review record publicly available. Ask the school for contact details of current families before enrolling, and check whether the school's community events match the social environment you want for your children.
- –The Gamuda Gardens estate is in Hoang Mai. From Tay Ho, Ciputra, or Long Bien, the commute runs 25-35 minutes at school-run times on the ring road. Check bus route availability if driving is not convenient.
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
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| Year 1 to 3 | 5 | NaN |
| Year 4 to 5 | 8 | NaN |
| Year 6 | 10 | NaN |
| Year 7 to 8 | 11 | NaN |
| Year 9 to 10 (IGCSE) | 13 | NaN |
| 1st Year A/AS Level | 15 | NaN |
| 2nd Year A/AS Level | 16 | NaN |
Fees converted from VND. For the most up to date and accurate figures please double check with the school.
Additional Fees
| Fee | Amount |
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| Placement Test Fee (non-refundable) | NaN |
| Registration Fee (non-refundable) | NaN |
| Deposit (refundable) | NaN |
Academic Results
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Extra Curriculars
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Inspections & Accreditations
Inspection
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Accreditations
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Memberships
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Student Body
Hanoi's international schools draw students from across Vietnam's resident expat community and a growing number of Vietnamese families seeking international qualifications.
Leadership
School leadership
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