Admissions 2026 – 2027
Admissions 2026 – 2027
Your child is only six once.
By age six, a child’s brain has reached about 90% of its adult size. The habits formed now stay with them for life.
Choose MontessoriChoose Kinder Paradise
90%of brain growth happens before age 6
Member of the Montessori Institute of America (MIA)
Teachers guide each child one-to-one
14 months – 6 yearsAge range
6 – 7 per teacherClasses for 14 – 36 months
100% of classesHave an internationally certified Montessori teacher
3 yearsTuition fixed from enrolment
40+ camerasParents can watch online
Why MontessoriYour questionsWhat children learnFeesOffersHow to enrolFAQ
An important choice
Which classroom do you want your child to grow up in?
Every preschool is different, and each way of teaching builds very different habits.
Typical classroom
- Whole class at one pace
- Sit, listen and follow
- Learn for stickers and praise
- The teacher points out mistakes
- Only same-age classmates
Children learn by instruction
or
Montessori at Kinder Paradise
- Each child at their own pace
- Choose work, learn hands-on
- Learn for the joy of doing it
- Find and fix their own mistakes
- Learn from older, help younger
Children learn by initiative
Values that last
4 things your child keeps for life
Independence
Doing things for themselves
Concentration
Finishing the work they chose
Confidence
Not afraid to make mistakes
Kindness
Learning with and helping others
Alongside parents
The questions parents ask us most
Choosing a school is a big decision. These are the questions parents ask most often when they visit, and how Kinder Paradise answers them in practice.
“My child is still so little. Will they be properly cared for?”
Classes for 14 – 36 months have only 6 – 7 children per teacher; classes for 36 – 72 months have 8 – 9. That gives teachers time to cuddle and comfort each child and follow their own eating and sleeping rhythm.
“My child is at school all day. How can I be sure they are safe?”
The school has more than 40 cameras in every classroom and activity room. Each class has its own server and password, so parents can check in at any time. Medical staff monitor children’s health daily, and specialist doctors give a full check-up twice a year.
“Will my child eat well and enjoy their meals?”
Children have 5 meals a day from separate menus for 14 – 36 months and 36 – 72 months, changing weekly and with the seasons. Food is prepared in a one-way kitchen, and a monthly buffet lets children enjoy good food while practising table manners.
“Isn’t Montessori just play? Will my child be ready for Grade 1?”
Every material is a lesson with a clear purpose. Children learn phonics and prepare for writing and reading. They learn addition and subtraction and explore fractions and geometry with hands-on materials. In their final year they also join our Ready for Grade 1 programme.
“My child is very active (or very shy). Is Montessori right for them?”
Montessori starts by observing each child. Active children get to move and work with their hands. Shy children set their own pace and are never compared with others. The classroom respects each child’s personality within clear ground rules.
“How do I know this is real Montessori, not just a name?”
Kinder Paradise is a member of the Montessori Institute of America (MIA). 100% of classes have an MIA-certified Montessori teacher, and all teachers hold at least a college degree in early childhood education. Classrooms are fully equipped for all 5 Montessori areas. Come and see for yourself.
“Will my child learn English?”
Yes: 2 to 12 English lessons a week depending on the programme, with native-speaking teachers. Children learn through activities, games and everyday conversation. The Bilingual Plus programme follows the Cambridge International curriculum framework.
“Will the fees go up partway through?”
No. Your child’s tuition is fixed for 3 years from enrolment. Every fee is published on this page, with no hidden charges.
Curriculum
What does a day at school look like?
Mornings are Montessori work time across 5 areas. The rest of the day is for English, STEM, physical education, music and art.
Practical life
More than 1,000 lessons in self-care, communication and caring for the environment help children become confident, skilful and independent.
Sensorial
Discovery materials help children use and refine all five senses: touch, sight, hearing, smell and taste.
Language
Building vocabulary and phonics, so children are naturally ready to start writing and reading.
Mathematics
Addition, subtraction, fractions, graphs, geometry… with materials children can hold, so they understand rather than memorise.
Science and culture
From plants and animals to geography and festivals, children explore learning materials and experiences from around the world.
English, STEM and the arts
English with native-speaking teachers, nature-based STEM and field trips, physical education with Vietnamese folk martial arts, music, dance and art.
Our teachers and campus
- Montessori teachers certified by the Montessori Institute of America (MIA).
- All teachers hold at least a college degree in early childhood education.
- Native English-speaking teachers.
- Supported by Cambridge, with access to a rich library of teaching and learning resources.
Our campus of more than 6,000 m² has playgrounds, a mini zoo, a PE hall and activity rooms. See our facilities →
School year 2026 – 2027
Programmes and fees
All 3 programmes include half-day Montessori plus PE, STEM and music. The difference is the amount of English.
Montessori foundation
Standard Montessori
14 – 72 months
5,000,000 VND /month
- Half-day international Montessori, all 5 areas
- 36 – 72 months: 2 English lessons a week (30 minutes each)
- PE, STEM, music and art
- 6 – 7 children per teacher (14 – 36 months), 8 – 9 (36 – 72 months)
4 – 8 English lessons a week
Bilingual Montessori
14 – 72 months
6,500,000 VND /month
- Half-day international Montessori, all 5 areas
- 14 – 36 months: English 30 minutes a day, 4 lessons a week
- 36 – 72 months: English 60 minutes a day, 8 lessons a week
- Native-speaking teachers, learning through activities and conversation
- PE, STEM, music and art
Ready for primary school
Bilingual Plus – Cambridge International
36 – 72 months
7,500,000 VND /month
- Half-day international Montessori, all 5 areas
- English 90 minutes a day, 12 lessons a week
- Cambridge International framework: English, expressive arts, and personal, social and emotional development
- Prepares children for primary school, including Cambridge primary
Other fees
Yearly
- Facilities fee 2,500,000 VND
- Montessori materials, supplies and software 2,450,000 VND
- Personal items and daily supplies 500,000 VND
- Events, holiday gifts and contests 500,000 VND
The facilities fee is non-refundable.
Monthly
- Tuition by programme see above
- Meals and day care 60,000 VND/day
Tuition is due by the 20th of each month, by bank transfer or card payment at the school office.
Registration deposit 1,000,000 VND (new students only), refunded when you pay tuition.
Optional
- Saturday care 500,000 VND/month
- or by the day 150,000 VND/day
- Late pick-up 17:30 – 18:00 20,000 VND/time
- Late pick-up 18:05 – 18:30 30,000 VND/time
- Accident insurance 100,000 VND/year
- Field trips at cost
No late pick-up after 18:30.
Example: Bilingual programme, 22 school days in a month: 6,500,000 + 22 × 60,000 = 7,820,000 VND for the month (excluding yearly fees and optional services).
School bus fees (Monday – Friday, VND per month)
| Distance | Pick-up point, 2 ways | Pick-up point, 1 way | Door-to-door, 2 ways | Door-to-door, 1 way |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inside Viet Hung, under 2 km | 800,000 | 500,000 | 1,000,000 | 700,000 |
| Outside, under 3 km | 1,050,000 | 650,000 | 1,300,000 | 900,000 |
| Outside, 3 – under 5 km | 1,350,000 | 850,000 | 1,550,000 | 1,200,000 |
| Outside, 5 – under 8 km | 1,600,000 | 1,000,000 | 1,900,000 | 1,300,000 |
| Outside, 8 – under 10 km | 1,950,000 | 1,200,000 | 2,100,000 | 1,400,000 |
Out-of-hours transport: 19,000 VND/km (16-seat bus).
Loyalty programme
Over 9.6 million VND in gifts for your child every year
Plus 9 fee discounts just for Kinder Paradise families.
Total value of gifts9,620,000 VNDevery school year
- Dance 2,000,000 VND
- Music appreciation 2,000,000 VND
- Physical development 2,000,000 VND
- Ready for Grade 1 2,000,000 VND
- STEM – Nature storytelling 1,000,000 VND
- Buffet party support 420,000 VND
- Holiday and Tet gifts 200,000 VND
9 offers for families
50%
Current studentsEnrolled before 31/3/2026: facilities fee reduced to 1,250,000 VND/year.
50%
Group of 3 childrenFacilities fee reduced to 1,250,000 VND/year.
40%
Group of 2 childrenFacilities fee reduced to 1,500,000 VND/year.
30%+
Enrol Jan – Jul 202730% or more off the yearly fees.
30%
Siblings on the bus30% off the bus fee for one of two siblings on the same route.
10%
Siblings at school10% off tuition for the 2nd and 3rd child enrolled together.
5%
Pay the full year5% off when paying 12 months of tuition in advance.
1st month
Start after the 15thReduced tuition for the first month.
3 years
Fixed tuitionTuition stays the same for 3 years from enrolment.
Simple and quick
4 steps to starting school
- Book a visitFill in the form at the bottom of this page or call 0815 585 818. We will call you back to arrange a time.
- Visit the classroomsCome with your child to see a real Montessori classroom, meet the teachers and get advice on the right programme.
- RegisterPay the 1,000,000 VND registration deposit (refunded when you pay tuition) and submit your child’s health record.
- Start schoolComplete the fees before the first day. Teachers and parents work together to help your child settle in.
Answers
Frequently asked questions
From what age do you accept children?
We accept children from 14 months to 6 years (72 months). The Standard and Bilingual programmes start at 14 months; Bilingual Plus – Cambridge International starts at 36 months.
Which programme should I choose?
All 3 programmes share the same Montessori curriculum and enrichment activities; only the amount of English differs. If you want your child to use English regularly, the Bilingual programme is a good fit. If your child is 3 or older and you are considering an international primary school, Bilingual Plus – Cambridge International may suit better. During your visit, our teachers will help you decide based on your child’s personality and needs.
Without rewards and punishments, will my child be disciplined?
Yes. Montessori is “freedom within limits”: children choose their work but follow the classroom rules, return materials to their place, wait their turn and respect others. Discipline comes from habit and understanding, not fear of punishment.
My child has been at another school. Is it hard to switch to Montessori?
Not at all. Teachers observe your child in the first weeks and introduce materials step by step. The mixed-age classroom also helps, as children follow the example of classmates who already know the routines.
Can my child start in the middle of the school year?
Yes. Children starting after the 15th of the month get reduced tuition for the first month. Children starting between January and July 2027 get 30% or more off the yearly fees.
Where is the school? Is there a school bus?
The school is at NT8, Viet Hung Urban Area, Long Bien, Hanoi. A school bus runs Monday to Friday, from a pick-up point or door-to-door, with fees based on distance (see the bus fee table in the Fees section).
What is the latest pick-up time? Is there Saturday care?
Late pick-up is available until 18:30 for a fee; we cannot look after children after 18:30. Saturday care costs 500,000 VND/month or 150,000 VND/day.
Are any fees refundable?
The 1,000,000 VND registration deposit is refunded when you pay tuition. The facilities fee is non-refundable in all cases. For other fees, please contact the school office.
Can I visit the classrooms before deciding?
You are very welcome to. Fill in the form below or call 0815 585 818 to book a visit. We recommend bringing your child so they can try the classroom too.
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