Academic Team
Mr. Michael David Ogden
Principal
QUALIFICATIONS
- BA Communications Science and Psychology
- Postgraduate Honors – Counselling Psychology
- Certificate in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL/TEFL)
- PGCE Intermediate and Senior Phase
- Masters in Educational Leadership and Management
- National Professional Qualification in Headship
- IB Certificate in Leadership Practice
Mr. Michael David Ogden
Principal
QUALIFICATIONS
- BA Communications Science and Psychology
- Postgraduate Honors – Counselling Psychology
- Certificate in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL/TEFL)
- PGCE Intermediate and Senior Phase
- Masters in Educational Leadership and Management
- National Professional Qualification in Headship
- IB Certificate in Leadership Practice
- BA Communications Science and Psychology
- Postgraduate Honors – Counselling Psychology
- Certificate in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL/TEFL)
- PGCE Intermediate and Senior Phase
- Masters in Educational Leadership and Management
- National Professional Qualification in Headship
- IB Certificate in Leadership Practice
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,
Michael David Ogden
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,
Michael David Ogden
Principal
Ms. Do Thuy Linh
Head of Vietnamese Programme
EXPERIENCE
KINH NGHIỆM
- 20+ years of professional experience in Education
- Nearly 8 years of leadership and management experience in private and international schools in Hanoi
- Experienced in Vietnamese Programme leadership, team development, curriculum implementation, and educational quality enhancement
- Guest speaker on the VTV television programme “Model Essays and Perspectives on the Use of Model Essays,” sharing professional perspectives on education
QUALIFICATIONS
BẰNG CẤP
- Bachelor’s Degree in Primary Education
- Certificate in Educational Management
- Certificate in Management & Leadership Competencies for Middle Managers
EXPERIENCE
- 20+ years of professional experience in Education
- Nearly 8 years of leadership and management experience in private and international schools in Hanoi
- Experienced in Vietnamese Programme leadership, team development, curriculum implementation, and educational quality enhancement
- Guest speaker on the VTV television programme “Model Essays and Perspectives on the Use of Model Essays,” sharing professional perspectives on education
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Primary Education
- Certificate in Educational Management
- Certificate in Management & Leadership Competencies for Middle Managers
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Mr. Michael David Ogden
Principal
EXPERIENCE
KINH NGHIỆM
- 10 Years in International Education
- 15 Years in Education
QUALIFICATIONS
BẰNG CẤP
- BA Communications Science and Psychology
- Postgraduate Honors – Counselling Psychology
- Certificate in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL/TEFL)
- PGCE Intermediate and Senior Phase
- Masters in Educational Leadership and Management
- National Professional Qualification in Headship
- IB Certificate in Leadership Practice
EXPERIENCE
- 10 Years in International Education
- 15 Years in Education
QUALIFICATIONS
- BA Communications Science and Psychology
- Postgraduate Honors – Counselling Psychology
- Certificate in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL/TEFL)
- PGCE Intermediate and Senior Phase
- Masters in Educational Leadership and Management
- National Professional Qualification in Headship
- IB Certificate in Leadership Practice
- 24904
Ms. Tran Phuong Ngoc
Deputy Office Manager
EXPERIENCE
KINH NGHIỆM
QUALIFICATIONS
BẰNG CẤP
- Bachelor of Commerce
EXPERIENCE
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor of Commerce
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Ms. Phung Thi Hang
KIK Head of Vietnamese
EXPERIENCE
KINH NGHIỆM
QUALIFICATIONS
BẰNG CẤP
- Master’s in Education Management
- Bachelor’s Degree in English Education
- Diplomas in Early Childhood Teacher Education from both Australia and Vietnam
- B2 English Certificate
EXPERIENCE
QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s in Education Management
- Bachelor’s Degree in English Education
- Diplomas in Early Childhood Teacher Education from both Australia and Vietnam
- B2 English Certificate
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Ms. Do Thuy Linh
Head of Vietnamese Programme
EXPERIENCE
KINH NGHIỆM
- 20+ years of professional experience in Education
- Nearly 8 years of leadership and management experience in private and international schools in Hanoi
- Experienced in Vietnamese Programme leadership, team development, curriculum implementation, and educational quality enhancement
- Guest speaker on the VTV television programme “Model Essays and Perspectives on the Use of Model Essays,” sharing professional perspectives on education
QUALIFICATIONS
BẰNG CẤP
- Bachelor’s Degree in Primary Education
- Certificate in Educational Management
- Certificate in Management & Leadership Competencies for Middle Managers
EXPERIENCE
- 20+ years of professional experience in Education
- Nearly 8 years of leadership and management experience in private and international schools in Hanoi
- Experienced in Vietnamese Programme leadership, team development, curriculum implementation, and educational quality enhancement
- Guest speaker on the VTV television programme “Model Essays and Perspectives on the Use of Model Essays,” sharing professional perspectives on education
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Primary Education
- Certificate in Educational Management
- Certificate in Management & Leadership Competencies for Middle Managers
- 24909
Ms. Do Thuy Linh
Head of Vietnamese Programme
- 20+ years of professional experience in Education
- Nearly 8 years of leadership and management experience in private and international schools in Hanoi
- Experienced in Vietnamese Programme leadership, team development, curriculum implementation, and educational quality enhancement
- Guest speaker on the VTV television programme “Model Essays and Perspectives on the Use of Model Essays,” sharing professional perspectives on education
- Bachelor’s Degree in Primary Education
- Certificate in Educational Management
- Certificate in Management & Leadership Competencies for Middle Managers
24909
Mr. Michael David Ogden
Principal
- 10 Years in International Education
- 15 Years in Education
- BA Communications Science and Psychology
- Postgraduate Honors – Counselling Psychology
- Certificate in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL/TEFL)
- PGCE Intermediate and Senior Phase
- Masters in Educational Leadership and Management
- National Professional Qualification in Headship
- IB Certificate in Leadership Practice
24904
Ms. Do Thuy Linh
Head of Vietnamese Programme
- 20+ years of professional experience in Education
- Nearly 8 years of leadership and management experience in private and international schools in Hanoi
- Experienced in Vietnamese Programme leadership, team development, curriculum implementation, and educational quality enhancement
- Guest speaker on the VTV television programme “Model Essays and Perspectives on the Use of Model Essays,” sharing professional perspectives on education
- Bachelor’s Degree in Primary Education
- Certificate in Educational Management
- Certificate in Management & Leadership Competencies for Middle Managers
24909
Mr. Michael David Ogden
Principal
- 10 Years in International Education
- 15 Years in Education
- BA Communications Science and Psychology
- Postgraduate Honors – Counselling Psychology
- Certificate in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL/TEFL)
- PGCE Intermediate and Senior Phase
- Masters in Educational Leadership and Management
- National Professional Qualification in Headship
- IB Certificate in Leadership Practice
24904
Ms. Anel van Zyl
Head of Studies
EXPERIENCE
KINH NGHIỆM
- 4 Years in International Education
- 7 Years in Education
QUALIFICATIONS
BẰNG CẤP
- BSc. Consumer science with business management
- PGCE in foundation phase teaching
- Certificate in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL/TEFL)
EXPERIENCE
- 4 Years in International Education
- 7 Years in Education
QUALIFICATIONS
- BSc. Consumer science with business management
- PGCE in foundation phase teaching
- Certificate in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL/TEFL)
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Ms. Diadem Valencia
KIK Head of Studies & Prep Teacher
EXPERIENCE
KINH NGHIỆM
QUALIFICATIONS
BẰNG CẤP
- Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood)
- 135 Units in Music Education
- TESOL Certification
- C1 English Certificate
EXPERIENCE
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood)
- 135 Units in Music Education
- TESOL Certification
- C1 English Certificate
- 24264
Ms. Anel van Zyl
Head of Studies
EXPERIENCE
KINH NGHIỆM
- 4 Years in International Education
- 7 Years in Education
QUALIFICATIONS
BẰNG CẤP
- BSc. Consumer science with business management
- PGCE in foundation phase teaching
- Certificate in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL/TEFL)
EXPERIENCE
- 4 Years in International Education
- 7 Years in Education
QUALIFICATIONS
- BSc. Consumer science with business management
- PGCE in foundation phase teaching
- Certificate in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL/TEFL)
- 24908