Where to find international schools and kindergartens for expat kids in Ho Chi Minh City?

From messages by 3 participants in 1 source · Last activity: 15 days ago

TL;DR

Russian- and English-speaking kindergartens and schools for expat families are mostly concentrated in District 7 (Phu My Hung), while District 9 (Thu Duc) has very few such options.

What the community said

For children who do not speak Vietnamese, international schools are the main option. FOSCO, near the Russian consulate, accepts pupils through Grade 5 and is described as one of the most affordable choices. A Russian-language school is reportedly located in Vung Tau.

15 days ago FOSCO — through Grade 5, near the Russian consulate

Families with school-age kids often settle in District 7 — it's easier to find peers there for socializing and activities like cafes, movies, or workshops.

District 7 (Phu My Hung)

District 9 (Thu Duc) has almost no Russian- or English-speaking kindergartens for expats — if relocating with young children, District 7 offers much better infrastructure for foreign families.

District 9 (Thu Duc) — no expat kindergartens

Choosing a school for kids 10+ is a common concern among expats in Ho Chi Minh City — many parents specifically look for recommendations on schools for this age group rather than kindergartens.