International Schools of North America
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$21K - US$34K
Curriculum: IB
Age Range: 6-18
Students: ~800
Location: Saigon South / Him Lam, Saigon
Updated April 2026
In Brief
SNA is the right call if you want the full IB continuum in the Him Lam corridor and boarding is a factor - but go in with eyes open about its reputation in the market, which sits a rung below the Thao Dien and SSIS tier. Ask about IB results and ask to speak to families whose children have been through the full DP before you decide.
SNA is one of six IB Continuum schools in Vietnam, offering PYP, MYP, and DP from Grade 1 to Grade 12 alongside the Vietnamese national curriculum. The Him Lam location in the southern part of Binh Chanh puts it close to District 7 but off the main international school corridor - it serves a mixed student body of Vietnamese, Korean, and international families who want the IB framework at a price point below the top-tier Thao Dien schools. Boarding is available for secondary students, which adds a dimension no other Saigon school offers except AIS.
Fees for 2026-2027 are structured clearly: PYP at 515 million VND, MYP at 689 million VND, and DP at 843 million VND annually. These sit below ISHCMC and BIS but above Renaissance and EIS - a middle-market IB position. The campus includes residential facilities alongside the standard school infrastructure, and the school markets actively to Korean families given the nearby Korean community in the southern districts.
SNA's reputation in the wider parent community is more mixed than its IB accreditation might suggest. Those with experience of the school describe it as still building its track record in academic outcomes, with a student body that skews Korean and Vietnamese rather than broadly international. Ask for recent IB Diploma score data and speak to families who have completed the full DP before committing.
What parents value
- –Full IB continuum - PYP, MYP, and DP - on a single campus. One of six such schools in Vietnam, which means no curriculum transition at any point from Grade 1 to Grade 12.
- –Boarding available for secondary students, alongside AIS the only other school in HCMC offering this. Useful for families based outside the city or whose parents travel frequently.
- –Him Lam location in the southern part of the city is quieter and more spacious than the Thao Dien corridor, with residential-area infrastructure and easier parking and drop-off logistics.
Points of consideration
- –Reputation in the wider Saigon international school market sits below the top-tier schools. Ask specifically for recent IB Diploma score data and speak to families who have gone through the full programme before making a decision.
- –Student body skews Korean and Vietnamese rather than broadly international. If nationality diversity and a wide mix of backgrounds matters to your family, visit in person and ask about current enrolment composition.
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| PYP - Pre Grade 1 / Grade 1 | 6 | NaN |
| PYP - Grade 2 | 7 | NaN |
| PYP - Grade 3 | 8 | NaN |
| PYP - Grade 4 | 9 | NaN |
| PYP - Grade 5 | 10 | NaN |
| MYP - Grade 6 | 11 | NaN |
| MYP - Grade 7 | 12 | NaN |
| MYP - Grade 8 | 13 | NaN |
| MYP - Grade 9 | 14 | NaN |
| MYP - Grade 10 | 15 | NaN |
| DP - Grade 11 | 16 | NaN |
| DP - Grade 12 | 17 | NaN |
Fees converted from VND. For the most up to date and accurate figures please double check with the school.
Additional Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application Fee | NaN |
| Registration Fee | NaN |
Academic Results
| IB continuum | Full PYP, MYP, and DP - one of 6 IB Continuum schools in Vietnam |
| Accreditation | WASC accredited; offers boarding |
Key results: IB continuum: Full PYP, MYP, and DP - one of 6 IB Continuum schools in Vietnam; Accreditation: WASC accredited; offers boarding.
Extra Curriculars
Contact the school for details on co-curricular activities and facilities. Ask what a normal week looks like outside lessons for your child's age group and interests.
Inspections & Accreditations
Inspection
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Accreditations
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Memberships
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Student Body
Saigon's international schools draw a mix of corporate-package families, long-term residents, and a growing number of locally-based international families. Contact the school for current enrolment breakdown.
Leadership
School leadership
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