Vietnam, Hanoi
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St. Paul American School Hanoi (SPASH) offers a U.S. curriculum from Grades 1–12, following the Common Core State Standards and NGSS, with a broad Advanced Placement (AP) program in subjects ranging from Calculus and Computer Science A to Chinese, Spanish, and Environmental Science. The campus is in Splendora, approximately 9 km west of downtown Hanoi, providing a calm setting with transport links via the school’s city-wide bus service. Student support includes the SPELL English language program (no additional cost), counseling across divisions, and Learning Support Specialists at primary and secondary levels. The published school day runs 8:15–15:15 (Mon/Tue/Thu/Fri) and 8:15–14:15 (Wed), with an after-school “Beyond” activities block. Notable offerings include extensive student-led clubs and Performing Arts, with dedicated pages for drama, music, and arts.
St.Paul American School, Km 10 + 600, Splendora New Urban, Đại lộ Thăng Long, Sơn Đồng, Hà Nội 10000, Vietnam.
St. Paul American School Hanoi has 300 pupils, typical class sizes of 15, instruction in English.
St. Paul American School Hanoi is located in the Splendora Urban Area along the Thăng Long Highway in Hoài Đức District, approximately 9 km west of central Hanoi. The area is accessible by major city routes and is within reach of residential neighborhoods such as Ciputra and Vinhomes Thang Long. The school’s environment is described as calm and community-oriented.
The school serves students from Grades 1 to 12, organized into Elementary School (Grades 1–5), Middle School (Grades 6–8), and High School (Grades 9–12). The curriculum follows U.S. Common Core and NGSS standards, with AP courses available in high school.
St. Paul American School Hanoi is a co-educational day school offering full-time programs for both local and international students. The school does not provide boarding but operates a comprehensive bus service for daily transportation.
The school offers academic support through Learning Support Specialists in both elementary and secondary divisions. English language learners are supported through the SPELL (St. Paul English Language Learning) program at no additional cost. Counseling services are available at all school levels for social and academic well-being.
The school is affiliated with the United States through its American curriculum and accreditation by Cognia (AdvancED). It is also recognized by the Vietnam Ministry of Education and Training (MOET).
The school is non-religious and has no formal religious affiliation.
Classes begin at 8:15 a.m. and end at 3:15 p.m. from Monday to Friday, with a shorter day on Wednesdays (8:15 a.m.–2:15 p.m.). After-school programs, known as Beyond Activities, run from 3:15 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. on selected days.
A daily bus service is provided for families across Hanoi. Routes cover major residential areas such as Ciputra, Royal City, Keangnam, and Vinhomes Thang Long. The transport service is operated by the school and supervised by staff for student safety.
Annual tuition at St. Paul American School Hanoi ranges from VND 628,330,000 to VND 777,130,000 for 2026/27.
St. Paul American School Hanoi teaches Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum for students aged 6 to 18.
St. Paul American School Hanoi follows a U.S. standards-based curriculum aligned with the Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Social Studies, and the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) for Science. Students study core subjects including English, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies, alongside courses in the Arts, Physical Education, and Technology. The High School division (Grades 9–12) offers a broad selection of Advanced Placement (AP) courses such as Calculus AB/BC, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science A, Psychology, and World History, enabling students to earn college-level credits. World languages offered include Chinese, Spanish, and Vietnamese. Learning is supported by the SPELL program for English language development and is assessed through tools such as MAP and WIDA testing.
1) Application Submission
Families begin the process by completing the online application form and submitting all required documents, including the student’s past three years of report cards, a teacher recommendation form, health records, and passport copies. An Application & Assessment Fee must be paid before testing.
2) Entrance Assessment
Applicants complete assessments in English (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) and Mathematics. These evaluations help determine readiness for the grade level and appropriate English language placement. All testing and document reviews are handled by the school’s Admissions Committee.
3) Review by the Admissions Committee
The Admissions Committee reviews academic history, assessment results, and recommendations to evaluate each applicant holistically. Decisions are based on test performance, classroom readiness, and available space in the requested grade level.
4) Admission Decision and Offer
Families are notified of the admission decision within seven working days after the assessment and review process. Successful applicants receive an Acceptance Letter signed by the Principal.
5) Enrollment Confirmation and Payment
Parents must pay the Enrollment Fee within five working days of receiving the acceptance letter to secure the student’s place. Tuition and other fees must be paid before the student’s first day of school.
The school’s website does not provide information about scholarships or financial aid programs.
The school’s official website does not mention a waitlist or pool system. Admissions decisions are made based on available space in each grade at the time of application review.
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