Most expat parents send their children to international schools, although local schools are a cheaper alternative. However, as local schools are taught in the local language, expat children are usually better suited to schools which teach in their home language and the home country’s manner. There are many international schools in the country, and there are often open spaces even at the beginning of the school year, except in the top few schools.

Northern hemisphere countries (e.g. the US and European countries) usually follow the August/September to June/July school year. Most international schools follow this schedule as well. Some will have two semesters and some three trimesters (terms). The school year of Southern Hemisphere countries (e.g. Australia and South Africa) runs from February to December and isn’t a popular option for schools in Vietnam.