Academic Team
Mr. Paul Batchelor
Principal
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor of Education (Primary)
- Certificate in Educational Administration & Management
Mr. Paul Batchelor
Principal
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor of Education (Primary)
- Certificate in Educational Administration & Management
- Bachelor of Education (Primary)
- Certificate in Educational Administration & Management
Principal’s Message
Principal’s Message
It is a pleasure to introduce you to Singapore International School @ Van Phuc. Our school and its programmes provide a unique and successful study pathway within the international school community located in Vietnam.
Nestled in the heart of the city, in the Van Phuc Diplomatic Compound, Singapore International School @ Van Phuc has been serving the Hanoi community for over 15 years. It has the unique prestige of being the first primary school in KinderWorld’s now broad network of schools throughout Vietnam, and since its founding in 2004, it has grown, changed and developed with the city during this time. Newly renovated and refurbished in 2019, in addition to the gymnasium, library and ICT labs, our school now boasts a swimming pool, a small football field, as well as specialist rooms for Music, STEM and Art/Craft. We also have a new International programme wing of classrooms, and have incorporated a KinderWorld International Kindergarten (KIK), which caters for students from 18 months of age, through to 6 years of age.
Eastern Values, Global Education
Common to our schools is a focus on Eastern values and Global education. This blending of values and education is quite unique and can’t be found anywhere else in the country. These tenets are embedded within the Singapore and Cambridge curriculums used by the teachers at this campus and throughout our sister schools, providing a strong foundation for future global citizens.
A further unique feature of Singapore International Schools is the inclusion of Outward Bound Programmes for upper primary, secondary and high school students, helping SIS students to develop personal and emotional maturity. As a result, our students enjoy a highly regarded curriculum and a well-rounded education.
Internationally recognized assessments and instructional programmes
As a system of schools, we provide internationally recognized assessments and instructional programmes including:
- Singapore’s iPSLE Examination
- Cambridge IGCSE
- Cambridge AS and A Levels
These examinations and instructional programmes provide a unique study pathway from Singapore International Schools to universities around the world.
Our study pathways provide many options for both students and parents to consider in the long-term planning of their child’s education into a post-secondary school environment.
Certified, English speaking teachers from around the world
We are fortunate to have the opportunity to employ certified, English speaking teachers from around the world. Currently, teachers working at SIS @ Van Phuc represent many different English speaking countries.
Together, as a faculty, our teachers provide a well-rounded education and seek to nurture students who are:
- Critical thinkers.
- Technologically Literate students.
- Confident communications
- Academic achievers.
- Active and responsible citizens of our 21st century world.
Vibrant and challenging international school
It is our pleasure to welcome you to, what we believe, is one of the most vibrant and challenging international school environments in Vietnam.
By choosing Singapore International School @ Van Phuc, you are choosing to join the largest network of international schools in Vietnam.
We invite you to our campus to discuss how we can best meet your child’s educational goals and together, we can work as partners in your child’s future educational success.
Warmest welcome,
Paul Batchelor
Principal
It is a pleasure to introduce you to Singapore International School @ Van Phuc. Our school and its programmes provide a unique and successful study pathway within the international school community located in Vietnam.
Nestled in the heart of the city, in the Van Phuc Diplomatic Compound, Singapore International School @ Van Phuc has been serving the Hanoi community for over 15 years. It has the unique prestige of being the first primary school in KinderWorld’s now broad network of schools throughout Vietnam, and since its founding in 2004, it has grown, changed and developed with the city during this time. Newly renovated and refurbished in 2019, in addition to the gymnasium, library and ICT labs, our school now boasts a swimming pool, a small football field, as well as specialist rooms for Music, STEM and Art/Craft. We also have a new International programme wing of classrooms, and have incorporated a KinderWorld International Kindergarten (KIK), which caters for students from 18 months of age, through to 6 years of age.
Eastern Values, Global Education
Common to our schools is a focus on Eastern values and Global education. This blending of values and education is quite unique and can’t be found anywhere else in the country. These tenets are embedded within the Singapore and Cambridge curriculums used by the teachers at this campus and throughout our sister schools, providing a strong foundation for future global citizens.
A further unique feature of Singapore International Schools is the inclusion of Outward Bound Programmes for upper primary, secondary and high school students, helping SIS students to develop personal and emotional maturity. As a result, our students enjoy a highly regarded curriculum and a well-rounded education.
Internationally recognized assessments and instructional programmes
As a system of schools, we provide internationally recognized assessments and instructional programmes including:
- Singapore’s iPSLE Examination
- Cambridge IGCSE
- Cambridge AS and A Levels
These examinations and instructional programmes provide a unique study pathway from Singapore International Schools to universities around the world.
Our study pathways provide many options for both students and parents to consider in the long-term planning of their child’s education into a post-secondary school environment.
Certified, English speaking teachers from around the world
We are fortunate to have the opportunity to employ certified, English speaking teachers from around the world. Currently, teachers working at SIS @ Van Phuc represent many different English speaking countries.
Together, as a faculty, our teachers provide a well-rounded education and seek to nurture students who are:
- Critical thinkers.
- Technologically Literate students.
- Confident communications
- Academic achievers.
- Active and responsible citizens of our 21st century world.
Vibrant and challenging international school
It is our pleasure to welcome you to, what we believe, is one of the most vibrant and challenging international school environments in Vietnam.
By choosing Singapore International School @ Van Phuc, you are choosing to join the largest network of international schools in Vietnam.
We invite you to our campus to discuss how we can best meet your child’s educational goals and together, we can work as partners in your child’s future educational success.
Warmest welcome,
Paul Batchelor
Principal
Mr. Timothy Dalzell
Deputy Principal
EXPERIENCE
KINH NGHIỆM
QUALIFICATIONS
BẰNG CẤP
- Bachelor of Accounting and Finance
- Masters of Art in English Studies
- Masters of Education in Educational Leadership
- Post-Graduate Certificate in Education (i)
- CELTA
EXPERIENCE
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor of Accounting and Finance
- Masters of Art in English Studies
- Masters of Education in Educational Leadership
- Post-Graduate Certificate in Education (i)
- CELTA
- 23920
Mr. Paul Batchelor
Principal
EXPERIENCE
KINH NGHIỆM
QUALIFICATIONS
BẰNG CẤP
QUALIFICATION:
- Bachelor of Education (Primary)
- Certificate in Educational Administration & Management
EXPERIENCE
QUALIFICATIONS
QUALIFICATION:
- Bachelor of Education (Primary)
- Certificate in Educational Administration & Management
- 20377
Mr. Timothy Dalzell
Deputy Principal
EXPERIENCE
KINH NGHIỆM
QUALIFICATIONS
BẰNG CẤP
- Bachelor of Accounting and Finance
- Masters of Art in English Studies
- Masters of Education in Educational Leadership
- Post-Graduate Certificate in Education (i)
- CELTA
EXPERIENCE
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor of Accounting and Finance
- Masters of Art in English Studies
- Masters of Education in Educational Leadership
- Post-Graduate Certificate in Education (i)
- CELTA
- 23920
Ms. Ruth Dignam-Murphy
Head of Studies & Primary Teacher
EXPERIENCE
KINH NGHIỆM
QUALIFICATIONS
BẰNG CẤP
- Postgraduate Certificate in Education (Primary)
- TEFL Certification
EXPERIENCE
QUALIFICATIONS
- Postgraduate Certificate in Education (Primary)
- TEFL Certification
- 23927
Ms. Nguyen Thi Thanh Huyen
Deputy Head of Vietnamese
EXPERIENCE
KINH NGHIỆM
QUALIFICATIONS
BẰNG CẤP
- Bachelor of Education (Primary)
- Bachelor in Finance and Accounting
- Certificate in Educational Management
EXPERIENCE
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor of Education (Primary)
- Bachelor in Finance and Accounting
- Certificate in Educational Management
- 23925
Ms. Tran Thi Huong
Head of Vietnamese
EXPERIENCE
KINH NGHIỆM
QUALIFICATIONS
BẰNG CẤP
- Bachelor of Education (Primary Education)
- Master of Education (Educational Management)
EXPERIENCE
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor of Education (Primary Education)
- Master of Education (Educational Management)
- 23923
Ms. Ruth Dignam-Murphy
Head of Studies & Primary Teacher
EXPERIENCE
KINH NGHIỆM
QUALIFICATIONS
BẰNG CẤP
- Postgraduate Certificate in Education (Primary)
- TEFL Certification
EXPERIENCE
QUALIFICATIONS
- Postgraduate Certificate in Education (Primary)
- TEFL Certification
- 23927