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Cognita Schools Group

International School of Ho Chi Minh City-American Academy (ISHCMC-American Academy) is proud to be part of the global Cognita family of schools. Cognita is an extraordinary group of diverse yet connected schools joining forces in an inspiring world of education with one common purpose: building self-belief and empowering individuals to succeed.

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100+

SCHOOLS IN 16 COUNTRIES

20

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

90,000

STUDENTS

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Academic Excellence

Continuous improvement is at the heart of the Cognita Way. Our Global Education Team comprises of leaders based in each of Cognita’s four global regions and together they utilise evidence – from within our group as well as external sources – to drive outstanding educational practice across all our schools.

Wellbeing

Wellbeing forms an integral part of a Cognita Education. We believe that every child has the right to flourish emotionally, socially, and physically and that the education we provide must help them achieve this in a sustainable and meaningful way. Cognita’s annual Global Be Well Day each September sees ISHCMC-AA join together with all other Cognita schools to collapse the curriculum for an entire day to focus solely on wellbeing. 

Governance

Cognita is a global system of schools. Each Cognita school offers a distinctive curriculum and approach, tailored to the individual context, while adhering to the group standards for child protection, safety, financial management and data security. Cognita’s strong governance ensures that every member of the community is heard and protected.

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Cognita in Vietnam

ISHCMC – American Academy is part of the Cognita family in Vietnam, alongside its sister school, International School of Ho Chi Minh (ISHCMC).

At Cognita Vietnam, we emphasize academic excellence and holistic development across our international schools. Our two leading international schools collaborate to provide a seamless and continuous educational journey from early years through university preparation.

International School Ho Chi Minh City (ISHCMC)

ISHCMC is Vietnam’s first IB World School, delivering the full IB continuum for students aged 2–18. With over 30 years of academic excellence, students consistently exceed international standards—IB Diploma graduates average 34 points, well above the global average. In 2025, students earned $56 million USD in scholarships, with 98% accepted into their top-choice universities.

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Join the Cognita Family in Vietnam!

Experience the exceptional learning opportunities Cognita Vietnam has to offer. Through ISHCMC and ISHCMC-AA, we provide a fully integrated educational journey, from early childhood through to university preparation, helping your child excel academically, socially, and personally.

For more information, please explore our school websites or reach out to our admissions teams to learn how Cognita Schools in Vietnam can support your child’s educational path.

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