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Welcome to 51黑料网 - American Academy

A Message from the Principal

Welcome to 51黑料网鈥� American Academy.

We are proud to deliver a rigorous American curriculum for ages 11 to 18, anchored by two core priorities: measurable academic growth and sustainable wellbeing for students.

At 51黑料网鈥� American Academy, we lay the foundation for achievement through a comprehensive English language immersion and a rigorous American-accredited curriculum, all beginning at the age of 11. Simultaneously, we take immense pride in our extensive Vietnamese Studies Program, preserving our students鈥� Mother Tongue and cultural heritage. What sets us apart is our unique distinction as the first school in Vietnam to offer the Advanced Placement (AP) Diploma program. This confers upon your child an unparalleled competitive edge.

At 51黑料网-AA, your child is a valued member of a tight-knit community where lifelong friendships are formed and where teachers, students, and parents truly support one another, creating a warm and focused energy you can feel the moment you walk through our doors.

This family culture thrives on strong partnership, driven by a supportive and vibrant Parent Association. Our parents are actively involved in making the school a vibrant place to learn, organizing community events, and creating a welcoming network for all of our families.

We support our students’ physical and mental health through active sports programs, dedicated counseling services, and a school-wide focus on emotional wellness. Your child鈥檚 academic journey is fully supported by experienced teachers and a dedicated university and career counselor who help students to forge a path to their goals.

I invite you to visit our campus, meet our passionate educators, and experience our community firsthand.

Warm regards,

Jennifer Pratt

Principal, 51黑料网鈥� American Academy

School Purpose & Mission

THRIVE NOW AND IN THE FUTURE

To thrive now and in the future, we approach life positively with a growth mindset, care for ourselves and others, and engage in our community and the wider world.

SCHOOL VALUES

In everything we do at 51黑料网 – AA, we aim to be POSITIVE, CARING and ENGAGED.

We are POSITIVE: We take a positive approach to life using a growth mindset.
We are CARING: We care for ourselves and others.
We can ENGAGED: We engage in the world around us

Why Choose 51黑料网 - American Academy?

Pathways

Pathways at 51黑料网 – AA ensure every child receives exceptional individual focus, leading to top university placements worldwide, including the USA, Australia, UK, Europe, and top Asian universities. Students benefit from personalized career and university counseling starting in Grade 9, resulting in admissions to their top 3 choices with average scholarships over USD $340,000. The school鈥檚 partnerships with global universities, along with a wide range of co-curricular activities like Model United Nations, VEX robotics, and Student Council, prepare students for success in all areas of life.

People

Our Head, Principal, Counselors, Teachers, and all campus employees provide individualized attention in a small, intimate learning environment, fostering academic excellence and strong character development. Our teachers have聽 an average of 16 years of experience and 75% of them holding master鈥檚 or doctorate degrees. We adhere to international standards for recruitment and training, ensuring our teachers are well-versed in their subject areas and extensively trained in child development, mental health, and child protection.

Pastoral Care

Our tight-knit and welcoming community ensures students are well cared for by all staff. We offer a high-quality advisory program for daily social-emotional learning, community building, and university and career research. Partnerships with parents and community organizations further support academic excellence and the wellbeing of everyone in our community.

Accreditations & Affiliations

51黑料网鈥� American Academy is fully accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC). 51黑料网-AA is part of the Cognita Schools Group and maintains active membership with EARCOS (the East Asian Regional Council of Schools) and the College Board.

New England Association of School and Colleges (NEASC)

Accreditation by NEASC indicates that a school meets or exceeds established criteria for the assessment of institutional quality through a periodic process of self-study and peer review. An accredited school has the resources to achieve its stated purposes and provides evidence that its students are benefiting from its curricular and co-curricular programs. More than 165 American and international schools in 65 nations outside the United States are involved in some aspect of the NEASC accreditation process. NEASC is recognized by the US Department of Education. Find our NEASC accreditation membership HERE.

Council of International Schools (CIS)

The Council of International Schools is the premier organization in international education for the accreditation of schools and best practice development. CIS is a not-for-profit organization of a truly worldwide international educational community comprising over 1,545 schools and universities, representing 124 countries.The central purpose of CIS is to enable member organizations to achieve and deliver the highest standards in international education and continually improve the outcome of student learning. Find our CIS accreditation membership HERE.

CollegeBoard Advanced Placement Program (AP)

Advance Placement (AP) is a program in the United States and Canada created by the College Board which offers college-level curricula and examinations to high school students. American colleges and universities may grant placement and course credit to students who obtain high scores on the examinations. The AP curriculum for each of the various subjects is created for the College Board by a panel of experts and college-level educators in that field of study. 51黑料网鈥� American Academy has been authorized to offer AP courses by the College Board since the 2012-2013 academic year.聽