Welcome to HIS - Hanoi International School

Welcome to the 2025/2026 School Year from the Head of School

Tēnā koutou,

It is both a privilege and a great honour to serve as the Head of School at Hanoi International School (HIS). I am incredibly proud to lead this amazing school forward as we navigate an ever-changing world together.

I hail from a small country town in New Zealand. I have been involved in education for twenty years, and this is my thirteenth year working in an IB school, and my 6th year at HIS.

At the heart of HIS is our small, warm, and welcoming community, where every student is known, supported, and encouraged to reach their full potential. We have a proud history of delivering high-quality education to the international community of Hanoi, and we continue to build on that legacy every day.

Our strength lies in our experienced, highly qualified, and deeply passionate teachers who inspire learning and nurture growth across all areas. They are the driving force behind the vibrant and engaging learning experiences we offer.

What truly sets HIS apart is our unique and powerful school culture, one built on our three foundational pillars: community, inclusivity, and excellence. These values shape every aspect of school life and reflect our belief in the importance of nurturing not only strong academic achievement but also character, empathy, and global citizenship.

Whether it’s in the classroom, on the sports field, on stage, or through service and leadership opportunities, HIS takes immense pride in offering a well-rounded education. We celebrate excellence in academics, the arts, athletics, and social-emotional well-being, because we believe that every student deserves the opportunity to shine in their own way.

I am excited for what lies ahead and confident that, together, we will continue to make HIS a place where students flourish and futures are shaped.

Regards

Bradley Ringrose

Head of School

Learn more about the History of HIS

School History

School History

In 1996, Hanoi International School was founded as a joint venture company, following an agreement between the Centre for Education Technology and the International School Development Inc. Hanoi International School opened its doors in late 1996 using premises leased from a school next to today’s campus. The school enrolment at the end of the first year was 54 students from preschool age to Grade 11.

The school continued to grow steadily and moved to the current purpose-built location in the 1999-2000 academic year. As of September 2022, the student enrolment stood at 272 from pre-kindergarten to Grade 12 representing 25 nationalities.

From its start, Hanoi International School (HIS) was an IB Diploma school receiving its membership certificate in 1996. In 1998, the school became a member of the Council of International Schools (CIS) and received its full accreditation in 2013 from both CIS and the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC).

The joint venture was renewed in 2016, and today the school is now fully authorized to deliver three IB programmes: Primary Years Programme (PYP) in the Elementary school, Middle Years Programme (MYP) in Grades 6 -10 and the IB Diploma Programme (DP) in Grades 11 and 12.