The entrance assessment helps the school determine the student’s readiness in terms of skills, cognitive abilities, suitability for the registered grade level, and the learning environment at SenTia.
As the entrance assessment is not designed to evaluate prior learning, students do not need to study or prepare beforehand. They need to demonstrate their current abilities.
The assessment includes:
Discounts are typically applied to tuition fees or calculated after deducting previous discounts.
Depending on the academic year, the school will announce specific policies regarding discounts for siblings or groups of students enrolling together.
Discounts typically range from 3% to 15%, applied to the published tuition fees, depending on the number of siblings or the group size within each grade level.
Depending on the policy for each academic year, the school will provide specific announcements regarding the simultaneous application of discounts and scholarships.
For students enrolling in the 2024–2025 academic year:
Specific details will follow the policies for each grade level in that academic year.
For the Honey Bee Scholarship (50% – 70% – 100%): Students must maintain excellent behavior and outstanding academic performance.
For students enrolling in the 2024–2025 academic year, the early payment discount applies to the entire school level. Parents are only required to pay a minimum of one semester’s tuition fees. Subsequent payments should be made early according to the school’s announced schedule.
SenTia School signed a partnership agreement with Oxford University Press and began implementing the Oxford curriculum in the 2020–2021 academic year. SenTia is also the first school in Vietnam chosen by Oxford as a partner.
SenTia School starts at 7:55 AM and ends at 4:10 PM. Students have 9 periods per day, with each period lasting 35–40 minutes.
The homeroom teacher is the primary contact for regular, direct, and two-way communication between the school and parents regarding all aspects of students’ learning, development, and daily care.
During the academic year, the school provides four academic progress reports and organizes three parent-teacher meetings:
Additionally, homeroom teachers and parents can interact regularly through face-to-face discussions, phone calls, text messages, or indirectly via communication books, written letters/announcements, and emails.
SenTia collaborates with reputable competitions that align with the characteristics of its students and the school’s educational philosophy. The school works with the organizers for these competitions to provide venues, share information with parents and students, and assist with fee collection—acting as a co-organizer.
Before each competition, where SenTia serves as a co-organizer, teachers prepare students by introducing them to the format and guiding them on how to approach the tasks effectively.
In addition to the competitions co-organized by SenTia, the school annually provides parents and students with international competitions in fields such as Mathematics, English, and Science. This allows families and students to independently select and register for contests that match their abilities and interests.
SenTia is an official Hanoi Department of Education and Training system member. Students at SenTia who have the desire and appropriate abilities to participate in excellent student competitions at various levels are eligible to do so.
A good environment does not mean the absence of challenges. A good environment encompasses high-quality facilities, positive relationships, and effective teaching methods. Among these, effective strategies are critical to achieving educational goals. These methods include fostering and maintaining healthy competition, setting and sustaining appropriate challenges, and establishing and upholding standards.
In such an environment, students have opportunities to build their competitive abilities and surpass themselves in healthy, sustainable ways that align with community values (as opposed to harmful competition that disregards the needs and rights of others). This aligns with SenTia’s philosophy of Growing Up While Staying Happy.
At SenTia, teachers employ specific strategies to cultivate perseverance and resilience in students:
These approaches ensure students develop resilience and perseverance while thriving in a nurturing, positive environment.
SenTia students participate in two major field trips each year, each lasting two days and one night, which take place mid-term during both the first and second semesters.
Students participate in extracurricular activities related to the academic program after completing each subject topic. The timing is flexible as it depends on the completion of different subjects. On average, one major school-wide monthly event, such as the Mid-Autumn Festival – Family Day, Halloween, Science – Invention – Innovation Day, Reading Day, etc. Additionally, SenTia organizes smaller events tailored to specific grade levels or themes, such as the “Alice in Wonderland” musical workshop or the “Threads of Connection” exhibition at the VCCA Contemporary Art Center.
Student-led clubs and groups at SenTia also engage in numerous activities, especially those initiated and managed by students. Through these, students gain hands-on opportunities to practice skills such as planning, organizing, managing, and taking responsibility from ideation to the final result of a project.
The emphasis on student initiative stands out at SenTia—both in the academic program and extracurricular activities. Every activity focuses on meaningful learning experiences for students rather than superficial outcomes.
The tuition fees at SenTia School already cover personal development activities, in-school clubs, and extracurricular events organized on campus. For field trips and after-school clubs based on individual interests, additional fees will be applied.
The standard meal plan for SenTia School students includes four daily meals: breakfast, morning snack, lunch, and afternoon snack. These meals ensure adequate nutrition for their age group, following the dietary recommendations of the Ministry of Health of Vietnam.
Reputable partners supply all food used in meals at SenTia School with over 20 years of collaboration with the Koala House Education System. The food is sourced transparently, strictly controlled, and stored in the school’s kitchen at appropriate cold temperatures.
The English proficiency level for Grade 6 entry is assessed through English tests aligned with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
Class placement is primarily based on students’ English proficiency levels. In cases where there are significant disparities in English levels among students, the school will further divide them into smaller groups during English lessons and certain other subjects to ensure optimal learning outcomes for all.
The high degree of personalized differentiation in teaching is a key strength and distinctive feature of SenTia School.
The lower secondary curriculum at SenTia comprises three components: the Vietnamese Academic Program, the International Academic Program, and the Personal Development Program, all aimed at fostering students’ holistic development.
Regarding class organization, students are grouped by ability for subjects like English, Mathematics, and Natural Sciences. Students are randomly assigned to groups for other subjects to promote diverse interactions and multi-dimensional engagement.
Students participate in experiential activities, projects, and practical exercises that connect knowledge to real-life contexts throughout the learning process. These activities optimize students’ learning, ensuring a deep understanding of their studies and building a solid knowledge foundation. Through these activities, students enhance their autonomy and develop self-learning capabilities, higher-order thinking skills, and essential soft skills, such as independent thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork.
Group work is regularly integrated into classroom activities and homework assignments, helping students practice communication skills and build collaborative abilities.
At SenTia, learning differentiation is based on students’ academic abilities and individual needs.
For subjects like English, Mathematics, and Natural Sciences, students are grouped into classes that align with their learning levels to provide an optimal learning environment. Placement tests are conducted to assign students to appropriate groups, with adjustments made at the end of each semester. For other subjects, such as Literature, History, Geography, Music, Art, and Physical Education, students are randomly assigned to groups to foster diverse interactions and peer learning.
Within each study group, teachers adopt a personalized approach to teaching. For students who excel beyond their peers, additional challenges and tailored tasks are provided to match their abilities. Each differentiated group also includes sub-differentiation, ensuring that tasks are varied and open-ended, giving students multiple choices that suit their strengths and interests. This approach helps maximize their potential and maintain a high level of engagement in learning.
In addition to differentiation based on ability and interest, upper-secondary students are further grouped according to their needs and future career orientation.
SenTia’s educational program focuses on developing critical thinking skills rather than simply emphasizing the quantity of knowledge. At SenTia, students engage in deep learning, fostering higher-order thinking skills such as analysis, evaluation, and creativity. They also develop essential 21st-century skills required of global citizens, enabling them to effectively apply their knowledge to solve real-world problems. This approach equips students with methods to acquire knowledge independently rather than burdening them with excessive information that may not be practical for their future.
For students with strong academic abilities and inclinations, the school consistently provides opportunities for them to excel and develop their talents, such as:
After completing lower secondary school, SenTia students can choose to continue their upper secondary education at SenTia.
If students wish to apply to specialized or other high schools outside of SenTia, families are encouraged to discuss this early with the school. This allows effective coordination between the family and SenTia to support the student. Whether students can qualify for top high schools in Vietnam depends mainly on their academic abilities and personal goals.
SenTia’s educational philosophy emphasizes in-depth learning, building study skills, and promoting holistic development for students. For those aiming to enter specialized schools with a strong academic focus in a particular field, additional targeted preparation will be necessary to meet the specific requirements of each specialized class or school.
Student differentiation is integrated within each classroom, with tasks tailored to match students’ abilities, skill development levels, and learning styles.
If significant differences in student levels within the same class are identified for certain subjects like English or Math, the school will form smaller study groups. This ensures that each student learns in an environment best suited to their progress. All groups adhere to the standard curriculum content and objectives. Still, faster-paced groups or students who quickly grasp fundamental knowledge are guided to delve deeper, apply, or explore related topics.
Group changes are made if teachers determine that the current learning environment is no longer suitable for students. Parents will be notified of such changes. Group adjustments typically occur at the end of the academic year to allow sufficient time for observation and assessment. However, if teachers identify an apparent mismatch that significantly impacts a student’s learning quality, changes may be made immediately upon the teacher’s recommendation.
The average time SenTia students spend on self-study and completing homework varies by grade level as follows:
SenTia students are expected to independently complete their homework on time with quality and take responsibility for their assigned tasks. If they face difficulties in self-study or completing homework, they are encouraged to communicate with teachers for support.
SenTia does not encourage parents to sit with or “coach” their children while studying. Teachers will proactively reach out to parents when additional support is required.
SenTia uses the new National Education Program to teach the Vietnamese Academic Curriculum. Students graduating from primary school at SenTia possess the necessary knowledge, skills, and documentation to successfully enroll in and thrive at schools adhering to the Ministry of Education and Training’s curriculum.
Additionally, the Vietnamese Academic Curriculum at SenTia is enriched with practical activities, experiential learning, skill development, and higher-order thinking exercises. These elements help students develop self-learning skills and a deep understanding of their studies, enabling them to meet the Ministry’s requirements and quickly adapt to any public, private, or international learning environment.
SenTia uses the Oxford Science curriculum to teach Science and English Science at the primary level. Some knowledge areas are taught in English, while others are taught in Vietnamese. Therefore, these two subjects are connected; essentially, one curriculum is delivered in two languages.
The Vietnamese Math curriculum follows the national education program for Mathematics, while the English Math curriculum uses the Oxford Math program. The Vietnamese and English Math curriculum overlap is 85.91% (calculated across Grades 1-5). Most requirements in the Vietnamese primary school Math curriculum align with those of the Oxford International Math curriculum, though the approach and content structure of the two programs differ. Some content overlaps between the two curriculums but is taught at different grade levels.
The Well-being program requires students to have a solid foundation in English to comprehend the lesson content. Therefore, students are not yet ready to learn Well-being directly in English from Grade 1.
However, for Grades 1 and 2, some Well-being content is translated into Vietnamese and integrated into the Character and Skills Education curriculum.
Students in the Advanced English track start the Well-being program from Grade 3.
Students in the Standard English track start the Well-being program from Grade 4.
