Hoi An International School: Leading the trend of comprehensive international education

Located in the heritage city of Hoi An, HAIS is an independent international school with a holisticeducational approach, where each student is encouraged to become the best version of themselves, both intellectually and spiritually.

From national orientation to local action

The curriculum at Hoi An International School is designed according to international standards, flexible and personalized for each student. Instead of learning according to a set pattern, students learn at their own pace, developing critical thinking, problem-solving skills and creativity in approaching knowledge. Teachers are not bound by rigid lesson plans but are given the opportunity to be creative, connect and inspire in each lesson. This is the foundation for students to develop academically in a natural and sustainable way.

The highlight of HAIS is its deliberate investment in personal development. Students participate in Music, Art, Sports and Drama. Each student is encouraged to learn a musical instrument not for performance purposes but to appreciate the music, express emotions and nurture their inner life. Sports are also included in the curriculum as an essential part of helping students develop physical fitness, build personal discipline and team spirit. It is known that Hoi An International School is also the first school in Central Vietnam to introduce musical drama into the curriculum from Primary to High School.

Recent musical performance at HAIS

The learning environment at Hoi An International School extends beyond the traditional classroom with green gardens, outdoor spaces, community projects, art activities and nature experiences – all helping students learn to love nature, live responsibly and develop comprehensively both physically and psychosocially.

Mixed concerns about stability in facility leasing

Most recently, the news that Hoi An International School (HAIS) rented facilities for general education activities with foreign elements caused many concerns and there were many conflicting opinions surrounding this issue.

When asked about this issue, the school representative shared: “HAIS is one of the relatively new educational models in Hoi An. Over the past five years, to maintain an educational environment where children can truly experience a balanced learning experience between academics and personal development, it has really required a lot of effort from the school's leadership, teachers, staff, and the trust of the parent community. We have been working with the authorities according to state procedures on related issues so that parents can feel more secure.”

Don't chase achievements - chase kindness

Hoi An International School takes a different approach: focusing on real quality, real value and a decent learning experience. Every decision in educational activities at HAIS is based on the question: is it good for the students, will it help them become happy, loving and responsible people for the community?

As the school representative once shared: “We do not teach for exams, but to help students learn to live happily, love and be responsible.”

Students and representatives of Hoi An International School at Hearing & Beyond

Sustainable development with a sense of responsibility to the community

Not only focusing on academic development, Hoi An International School also integrates sustainable development and community spirit into every educational activity. The campus is a rare green space in the heart of the ancient town, where students learn in the middle of nature, take care of vegetable gardens, chicken coops and practice recycling right on campus.

Ecological thinking is integrated into every lesson and practical activity. From exploring local ecosystems to participating in environmental projects, HAIS students are educated to understand and love nature through concrete actions such as picking up trash, recycling and protecting nature.

High School Students Clean Up Around Hoi An

Initiatives such as the “Sharing Store” or the transfer of surplus food to organic farms are testaments to the educational model that is closely linked to the community and environmental responsibility. HAIS not only sows green seeds on the campus, but also on the mindset and lifestyle of each student.

Message for education: From small model to big vision

Although a small educational model, Hoi An International School is spreading a big message. That liberal, comprehensive and humanistic education can absolutely start in ordinary schools, if guided by faith in children and steadfastness in core values. Educational innovation does not necessarily start with grand strategies, but can start from small classes, from sincere relationships between teachers and students, families and schools and the whole community, and from learning communities that appreciate individual differences and potential.

PV

Source: https://tienphong.vn/truong-quoc-te-hoi-an-dan-dau-xu-the-giao-duc-quoc-te-toan-dien-post1742590.tpo