Top 13 High Schools in Vietnam with the Best Facilities As education increasingly focuses on the whole learning experience, facilities have become one of the key factors parents weigh when assessing a school environment for their child. A high school with strong facilities does more than support academic needs — it also gives students the space to practise, stay active and build new skills. Read on for a look at some standout schools to help inform your search for the right fit for your child. What defines high-quality school facilities? Good facilities should effectively support students' learning, safety and all-round development — not simply impress through scale or the latest equipment. To get a clearer picture, parents can focus on three key groups of criteria below. Safety, security and student health At high school level, students move frequently between classrooms, specialist rooms, self-study areas and sports facilities. A clear access-control process, monitoring systems in shared spaces, and a medical room staffed throughout the school day are therefore essential. For schools with boarding facilities or a bus service, the process for collecting and handing over students also needs to be tightly managed. Each department's responsibilities should be clearly defined to keep every stage of the day safe. Learning spaces and technology infrastructure Classrooms need good lighting, appropriate space for class size, and a comfortable learning environment. At high school level, libraries, laboratories and other specialist rooms also need to keep pace with growing demand for practical work, research and independent study. Comfortable learning spaces anduseful technology support a range of learning activities. Beyond that, technology infrastructure — such as projection systems and interactive teaching tools — should directly enrich the learning experience. The real value of technology lies in how effectively it is used, not simply in how modern the equipment looks. Spaces for physical development, skills and sustainability Sports grounds, swimming pools and multi-purpose halls give students more opportunities to stay active, join extracurricular activities and build skills outside the classroom. These spaces matter especially at high school level, when students need to balance academics, physical activity and personal experience. Parents may also want to look at how sustainably a campus is run. Green building certifications or clearly published energy-saving figures, where available, can be a useful signal of long-term investment and how well facilities are managed. Physical and extracurricular facilities at Westlink International School's campus. High schools in Vietnam known renowned for exceptional facilities Many high schools across Vietnam are now investing in their facilities to improve the learning experience and support students' all-round development. The 13 schools below offer different examples, from modern laboratories and pools to historically significant campuses. Westlink International School Westlink International School sits in the Tay Ho Tay urban area, on a campus of around 2.5 hectares. The School is part of the International Schools Partnership (ISP), giving it access to the educational systems and expertise of ISP's global network of schools. Beyond its spacious campus, Westlink is equipped with a range of specialist learning and experiential spaces, including a 600-seat auditorium, an indoor swimming pool, a STEAM lab, a Maker Space, an art room and a performance space. These spaces support students in hands-on practice, creativity and experiential learning alongside regular classes. An indoor swimming pool gives students more opportunities for physical development and hands-on experience. Alongside its facilities, Westlink also places importance on sustainable campus design and operations. The School has achieved LOTUS certification from the Vietnam Green Building Council (VGBC), reflecting its commitment to an efficient, environmentally friendly campus built for long-term use. Alongside its investment in facilities, Westlink has built an international learning pathway across each stage of schooling. It is an IB World School, with its Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP) officially authorised by the International Baccalaureate (IB). The School continues to develop its IB pathway at higher levels and offers a Bilingual Programme at Middle Years (lower-secondary) level. To find out more, parents are welcome to enquire about Westlink's learning pathway or book a tour to see the programmes, learning spaces and everyday school life for themselves. The Dewey Schools (Hanoi and Hai Phong) The Dewey Schools currently operates five campuses — four in Hanoi, located in Tay Ho Tay, Cau Giay, Ocean Park and Smart City, plus one in Hai Phong. Most of these campuses sit within new urban developments, with spaces designed along modern lines to support a wide range of learning activities. In terms of facilities, the system includes a US-standard, all-season swimming pool, a multi-purpose hall, a library, a Makerspace, and classrooms equipped with teaching-support technology. These spaces allow students to combine academic study with hands-on practice, creativity and physical development. Contact details:Address: Multiple campuses in Hanoi and Hai Phong. Tay Ho Tay campus: Lot H3-LC, Starlake Urban Area, Bac Tu Liem, HanoiHotline: 1900 3293Website: thedeweyschools.edu.vn Dewey stands out for its modern facilities, supporting a wide range of learning and experiential activities. Hanoi – Amsterdam High School for the Gifted Hanoi – Amsterdam High School for the Gifted is located in Cau Giay District, Hanoi, on a campus of around 5 hectares, with total investment of roughly VND 460 billion. It is a public school for gifted students, admitting through an entrance examination, with facilities that support both specialised study and extracurricular activities. Amsterdam has a spacious campus with a wide range of facilities. The school has 75 standard classrooms, 12 specialist rooms for its competition teams, a library, an auditorium with more than 700 seats, an indoor swimming pool, and both indoor and outdoor sports areas. This scale goes a long way towards meeting students' needs for study, training and group activities. Contact details:Address: Hoang Minh Giam, Cau Giay, HanoiHotline: 024 3846 3096Website: hn-ams.edu.vn Chu Van An High School, Hanoi Chu Van An High School sits on Thuy Khue Street, Tay Ho District, Hanoi, covering close to 43,000 m². Alongside its long history as a high school, the campus is known for its historic architecture, most notably the octagonal Bat Giac building, built in 1898 beside West Lake. The school is currently carrying out a facilities upgrade plan with total investment of around VND 251.6 billion over 2023–2025. The works include a combined hall and library, a sports building with an integrated swimming pool, and new boarding facilities — upgrading learning conditions while preserving the school's distinctive architectural heritage. Contact details:Address: 10 Thuy Khue Street, Tay Ho, HanoiHotline: 024 3823 3141 – 024 3823 3139Website: c3chuvanan.edu.vn Chu Van An High School combines modern learning spaces with historic architectural value. Nguyen Hue High School for the Gifted Nguyen Hue High School for the Gifted is located in Ha Dong, Hanoi, on a campus of around 56,000 m². The site is organised into several functional zones, including a 5-storey building and a 7-storey building for learning, administration and student life. The school's facilities include language rooms, a phonetics practice room, two computer rooms with almost 100 machines, and a dedicated working area of around 2,000 m². These specialist rooms support students in advanced academic activities and applying technology to their learning. Contact details:Address: 560B Quang Trung, Ha Dong, HanoiHotline: 043 382 9018Website: chuyennguyenhue.edu.vn Nguyen Hue High School for the Gifted has a spacious campus alongside a range of specialist rooms. Bac Ninh High School for the Gifted Bac Ninh High School for the Gifted is located in Bac Ninh City, covering around 3.9 hectares, with total investment of roughly VND 600 billion. The campus is laid out as a fairly self-contained site, with distinct areas for study, practical work and physical training. The school is equipped with smart classrooms, Physics, Chemistry and Biology laboratories, a large library and a 500-seat auditorium. It also has a football pitch and an all-season swimming pool, giving students more space for sport and activities outside class. Contact details:Address: Ho Ngoc Lan 4 Area, Ngo Sy Lien Street, Kinh Bac Ward, Bac Ninh CityHotline: 02223 822 304Website: thptchuyenbacninh.bacninh.edu.vn Bac Ninh High School for the Gifted has a well-integrated set of facilities supporting both study and training. Bamboo School, Ho Chi Minh City Bamboo School operates multiple campuses across Ho Chi Minh City, in areas including Tan Phu, Hoc Mon, Tan Chanh Hiep, Thanh Xuan, Thoi An and Tan Xuan – An Phu Dong. The system has grown as a multi-campus private school model, serving students' learning needs across different parts of the city. At each campus, classrooms, specialist rooms, sports areas and teaching equipment are invested in to a common standard across the whole system. Having dedicated functional zones at each site helps support learning, physical activity and student experience side by side. Contact details:Address: Multiple campuses in Ho Chi Minh City. Tan Phu campus: 13B–15 Nguyen Trong QuyenHotline: 0906 33 4050Website: bambooschool.edu.vn Bamboo School has built a diverse network of learning facilities across Ho Chi Minh City. Tran Phu High School for the Gifted, Hai Phong Tran Phu High School for the Gifted is located in Hai An District, Hai Phong. Its campus stands out for its greenery, lawns and water features, creating an airy, a learning environment closely connected to nature. The classroom blocks are designed with flowing, curved lines, combined with wide corridors and open spaces. This layout softens the rigid feel often seen in traditional school architecture, while creating a more open, airy environment for students. Contact details:Address: 10A Le Hong Phong, Hai An, Hai PhongHotline: 039 352 6555 – 0225 3836 604Website: thptchuyentranphu.haiphong.edu.vn Tran Phu High School for the Gifted stands out for its green, airy and open-plan design. Ha Long High School for the Gifted Ha Long High School for the Gifted is located in Ha Long City, Quang Ninh, covering more than 17,000 m². The current campus was completed in 2010 with total investment of around VND 60 billion, serving gifted students in the area. The campus consists of three-storey classroom blocks with 18 classrooms, alongside practical rooms, laboratories and a library. This set-up covers the essential needs for study, research and hands-on practice within the specialised high-school programme. Contact details:Address: 10 Hai Long, Ha Long, Quang NinhHotline: 020 33 624 897Website: chuyenhalong.edu.vn Ha Long High School for the Gifted has a full range of practical rooms and laboratories. Le Hong Phong High School for the Gifted, Ho Chi Minh City Le Hong Phong High School for the Gifted is located in Cho Quan Ward, Ho Chi Minh City, notable for its Art Deco-influenced French colonial architecture, with a history spanning almost a century. The building has been recognised as a city-level architectural heritage site, setting it apart from many modern high schools. The learning spaces consist of three classroom blocks, with red-brick corridors, arched doorways and other distinctive architectural details. Through several rounds of restoration, the school has preserved most of its original architectural character while continuing to serve students' daily learning and school life. Contact details:Address: 235 Nguyen Van Cu, Cho Quan Ward, Ho Chi Minh CityHotline: (028) 3839 8506Website: lehongphong.edu.vn Le Hong Phong High School for the Gifted stands out for its French colonial architecture and strong sense of history. Quoc Hoc Hue High School for the Gifted Quoc Hoc Hue High School for the Gifted is located in Hue City and was founded in 1896, making it one of Vietnam's oldest high schools. Its campus carries distinctive architecture, blending classical style with Eastern architectural elements. The value of the school's facilities lies not only in their function but also in their historical and cultural significance. The school was recognised as a National Historic Site in 1990 and a Special National Historic Site in 2020. Contact details:Address: 12 Le Loi, Thuan Hoa, HueHotline: 0543 513 513Website: hue.edu.vn Quoc Hoc Hue High School for the Gifted preserves architecture rich in historical and cultural value. Phan Chu Trinh High School, Binh Duong Phan Chu Trinh High School is located in Di An, Binh Duong, covering more than 6,000 m². The building is notable for its S-shaped, five-storey design, combined with green areas and natural ventilation to create an airy learning environment. The school's design won an Asian architecture award and a WAN Award in 2012. This is a notable point when evaluating its facilities, as the building has been recognised not only for its educational function but also for its architectural design. Contact details:Address: Nguyen Du Street, Dong Tan Ward, Di An, Binh DuongHotline: 096 855 6166Website: phanchutrinh.edu.vn Phan Chu Trinh High School stands out for its S-shaped design and airy learning spaces. Ben Tre High School for the Gifted Ben Tre High School for the Gifted is located in Phu Tan Ward, Ben Tre City, and moved into its new campus in 2015. The site covers close to 5 hectares, laid out to be spacious and to serve a wide range of students' learning needs. Facilities include an administrative area, learning blocks, a sports training hall and boarding accommodation for resident students. The clear division of functional zones helps meet students' needs for study, training and daily life on campus at the same time. Contact details:Address: Nguyen Van Canh Street, Phu Tan Ward, Ben Tre CityHotline: 0275 3511 686Website: thptchuyenbentre.edu.vn Ben Tre High School for the Gifted has a spacious campus with learning, sports and boarding facilities. Frequently asked questions about high schools with good facilities Does good facilities mean a good school?Not entirely. Facilities are an important factor, but they should be considered alongside the curriculum, teaching staff, learning environment and overall fit for the student. Their real value lies in whether these spaces and equipment are used effectively to support learning. Should facilities take priority over the curriculum when choosing a school?The two shouldn't be assessed separately. The curriculum shapes the content and teaching approach, while facilities provide the conditions for that curriculum to be delivered effectively. Parents should prioritise overall fit between the curriculum, learning environment and the school's practical conditions. If budget is limited, what should parents prioritise before looking for a high school with good facilities?Parents should prioritise essentials such as safety, security, classrooms, the library and basic learning spaces first, then consider additional facilities such as a swimming pool, sports areas or specialist rooms. When choosing a high school for its facilities, parents should weigh this factor alongside the curriculum, teaching staff and the school's overall approach to student development. Well-invested facilities help improve students' day-to-day learning, hands-on practice and training experience. If you're looking for an international education for your child, you're welcome to find out more about Westlink International School and book a tour to experience the learning spaces first-hand, while discussing the right learning pathway for your child.