The signing ceremony of the cooperation agreement between UNESCO and Sovico Group at Furama Resort Da Nang on June 29, 2025 marked an important milestone in the journey to create a positive, student-centered school environment, contributing toeducational innovation and sustainable development. Demonstrating the pioneering spirit of liberal education and international integration, the school musical "The Enchanted Crossbow" by Victoria School shone at the 2025 Da Nang Asian Film Festival (DANAFF III), affirming the school's position in connecting education with global arts and culture, contributing to building the image of Da Nang - the leading cultural, creative and technological center in the region.
Happy School - Education innovation with UNESCO guarantee
The project "Building Happy Schools to Contribute to Educational Innovation and Sustainable Development in Vietnam" aims to build a national framework of standards for a positive and comprehensive school environment, based on UNESCO's global Happy Schools framework. The pilot phase will be implemented in at least 20 schools across all three regions, with the Victoria School System playing the role of a pioneering strategic partner, bringing global educational theory into practice in Vietnam.
Signing ceremony of cooperation between UNESCO and SOVICO to implement the project of Building Happy Schools in Vietnam
Participating schools, including Victoria School, will incorporate local cultural elements, build green, safe and humane learning environments, and focus on the mental health and well-being of students, teachers and the school community. The project will work closely with the Ministry of Education and Training to develop policies that aim to consider happiness as both a means and an end of quality education.
Victoria School is a strategic partner of UNESCO to implement the project of building Happy Schools in Vietnam.
Victoria School - A model of Happy School and a pioneer in integrated arts education
Born with the philosophy of "happy students become the best version of themselves", Victoria School is a Cambridge International Bilingual School system, a pioneer in applying the "Happy School" model with a guarantee from UNESCO. Based on the 12 criteria framework of UNESCO, Victoria School has been building a friendly and inspiring learning environment with modern, green and sustainable facilities.
Mr. Jonathan Baker - Head of UNESCO Office in Vietnam during his visit to Victoria School (June 2024)
In addition to combining the Cambridge International Program with the program of the Ministry of Education and Training, Victoria School also focuses on building positive relationships between teachers, students and parents, creating a culture of respect, companionship and sharing. In recent times, Victoria School has implemented many activities on mental health care for students and teachers, invested in extracurricular activities in arts, sports , playgrounds to develop skills and connect students such as: "The Enchanted Crossbow" School Musical Project, STEAM for Girls competition, field trips, picnics, fundraising activities organized by students themselves... Students are educated, empowered, respected for differences, encouraged to be creative, develop personal capacity and nurture compassion.
Victoria School builds a green and friendly learning environment
In particular, the musical "The Enchanted Crossbow" performed by more than 50 students at DANAFF III (July 2, 2025) has become a symbol of the spirit of innovation, liberation and national pride. The work combines the quintessence of Vietnamese culture with modern Broadway stage, performed entirely in English, marking the first time a school musical has participated in a major international event, affirming the integration and creativity of the young generation of Vietnam.
"The Enchanted Crossbow" - The first school musical to be performed at the Da Nang Asian Film Festival
Pioneering the replication of the Happy School model in Vietnam
As a strategic partner of UNESCO, Victoria School not only pioneers the implementation of the "Happy School" model at its facilities, but also acts as a bridge to bring global educational theory into Vietnamese practice. The school's teaching staff will participate in intensive training programs coordinated by UNESCO, and at the same time contribute practical content to the project's toolkit and monitoring framework, supporting the model's replication nationwide.
Izara Thien Nga - Talented student performing at school activities and events
MSc. Christopher Bradley - Deputy General Director in charge of professional affairs of Victoria School system, General Principal of Victoria School - South Saigon - shared: "Happiness is not only a goal, but a journey that originates from each classroom, each teacher and each student. With the guarantee from UNESCO, Victoria School is committed to spreading the Happy School model, where students learn with joy, are respected for their differences and develop comprehensively to become compassionate and responsible global citizens".
With a pioneering role guaranteed by UNESCO, Victoria School hopes to contribute to a profound change in awareness, policy and educational practice in Vietnam, towards a sustainable and humane future.
About Victoria School :
Victoria School is a Cambridge International Bilingual School system following the UNESCO "Happy School" model, providing high-quality international education at a reasonable cost. With modern facilities and a curriculum that integrates the essence of national and international knowledge, Victoria School trains students to become happy, confident global citizens, with national identity and compassion, responsible for family, community and society.
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