British Vietnamese International School Hanoi

The British Vietnamese International School (BVIS) Hanoi is a warm and welcoming global school that’s open to children aged from 2 to 18. We accept applications all year round and new students can start at any time.

Application and supporting documents

After filling in our enquiry form and taking a tour, you’ll need to complete our application form. You’ll also need to send us the following documents:

• A copy of your child’s birth certificate or visa/passport.
• Two current passport photos.
• A copy of your child’s most recent school report (in English).
• A copy of your child’s medical insurance card.
• Special educational needs (SEN) assessment documents (if applicable).
• A physical evaluation signed by a doctor and certified by a hospital.
• National identity number (Vietnamese students only).

You’ll then need to pay our application fee (in Vietnamese Dong or by bank transfer).

Entrance assessment

All prospective students will be invited to an age-appropriate entrance assessment (no preparation is required) and interview with a member of our senior team. This helps us to understand how we can best support your child academically, personally, and emotionally.

Early Years Foundation Stage

• A simple 20 to 30-minute session of playing, drawing, and talking with our admissions team.
• A 15-minute meeting with our Head or Assistant Head of Primary and/or Head of Early Years.

Please note: we ask that children are out of nappies and can feed themselves before they join us.

Primary (Years 1-3)

• A 40-minute test featuring reading, shape arrangement, and simple maths problems.
• A 40-minute online cognitive ability test (CAT4) for Year 3 students.
• A 15-minute interview with our Head or Assistant Head of Primary.
• Your child may also be invited to spend some time with us in the classroom.

Primary (Years 4-6)

• A 30-minute written test in English.
• A 90-minute online cognitive ability test (CAT4).
• A 30-minute interview with our Head or Assistant Head of Primary or Principal.
• Your child may also be invited to spend some time with us in the classroom.

Secondary (Years 7-12)

• A 30-minute written test in English.
• A 90-minute online cognitive ability test (CAT4).
• A 30-minute interview with our Head or Assistant Head of Secondary or Principal.

Language assessment
As part of our entry requirements, your child will need to show they’re sufficiently fluent in English and/or Vietnamese. This ensures they can fully access our curriculum and immerse themselves in day-to-day school life.

We may also ask your child to take part in an English as an Additional Language (EAL) review with a member of our EAL team. Should your child need extra help with their English, we can offer a comprehensive programme of support.

Offering and accepting a place

All being well, we’ll offer your child a place within five days of their assessment. You’ll need to formally accept within one week and pay our registration fees.

Step-By-Step School Admissions Process

Make an enquiry

Get in touch with our admissions team to find out what makes our school special. We can answer your questions, go over our entry requirements, and talk about your child’s needs.

Enjoy a guided tour
We’d love to show you around our campus. You’ll meet our exceptional teachers, get a feel for our dynamic international community, and experience personalised learning in action. Can’t make it to Hanoi? We’ll happily arrange a one-to-one virtual discovery meeting.

Send us your application
We’re pleased to accept applications all year round. As well as filling in our online form, you’ll also need to send us some supporting documents.

Assessment
After receiving your form and documents, we’ll invite your child to sit an assessment. Our entrance tests vary by age group and may include a short interview

Finalising your place
We’ll let you know whether we can offer your child a place within five days of receiving their application and assessment. If all's well, you’ll need to formally accept our offer and pay our registration fees.