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British School Arrives in Vietnam: New Hopes for International Quality

From Tuแป•i Trแบป · () Vietnamese

Translated from Vietnamese and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.

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  • King's College Wimbledon is opening a new campus in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, offering education for students aged 2 to 18.
  • The school aims to provide a comprehensive curriculum focused on intellect, spirit, and character, alongside a Personal Enrichment Programme.
  • Managed directly by King's College School Wimbledon, the new campus promises to uphold the institution's global standards and educational excellence.

Ho Chi Minh City is set to welcome a new era of international education with the upcoming opening of King's College Wimbledon Ho Chi Minh City. This prestigious British institution, founded in 1829 and recognized among the world's leading schools, is establishing its presence in Vietnam, a move that signifies a growing demand for high-quality, globally-oriented education within the country.

The new campus will cater to students from early years (ages 2-18), offering a complete educational pathway from kindergarten to secondary school. The curriculum is built upon King's College School Wimbledon's core philosophy, emphasizing the holistic development of students' intellect, spirit, and character. Complementing the rigorous academic program is the Personal Enrichment Programme, designed to broaden students' experiences, enhance their social skills, and foster adaptability in an ever-changing world.

Directly managed and quality-assured by Kingโ€™s College School Wimbledon, the Vietnamese campus will mirror the standards and educational excellence of its UK counterpart. A dedicated team from King's will be involved in every aspect of the school's development in Vietnam, from curriculum design and teacher recruitment to academic program implementation and student welfare. Dr. Anne Cotton, Headmistress of Kingโ€™s College School, Wimbledon and Honorary Head of the Ho Chi Minh City campus, stated, "The school is an authentic version of Kingโ€™s, built on the same values and standards of excellence. It will become part of our growing family across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, sharing educational excellence and creating opportunities for our students to have an international vision."

This expansion into Vietnam is particularly significant as it brings a time-honored educational model to a rapidly developing nation. The school's location at The Global City, spanning nearly 2 hectares and featuring modern facilities like a 7-a-side football pitch, a multi-purpose gymnasium, and a 25m indoor swimming pool, underscores its commitment to providing a comprehensive learning environment. The opening of a preview gallery allows prospective parents and students to experience firsthand the ethos and standards of King's College Wimbledon, offering a glimpse into the future of international education in Vietnam.

The school is an authentic version of Kingโ€™s, built on the same values and standards of excellence. The school will become part of our growing family across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, sharing educational excellence and creating opportunities for our students to have an international vision.

· Dr. Anne CottonDescribing the new campus's alignment with King's College Wimbledon's global standards.
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Originally published by Tuแป•i Trแบป in Vietnamese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.