Leadership

In establishing Hoi An International School (HAIS) my goal was not to open a profitable business. I wanted to build a school for my own children, a school where I knew every child living in Hoi An, Danang could have an opportunity for a good education and experience joy every morning when going to school. HAIS aims for open education, balancing between developing academic and life skills, and awakening the creative energy and joy within each child.

The HAIS education program balances international educational strengths with Vietnamese cultural values, creating harmony in global education. In Hoi An, HAIS is a cozy, friendly, open-minded school, especially in the medium size. I want to be able to connect and create an environment where everyone from parents to students can talk and share with each other every time they meet. And HAIS is not only a school but also a home and a community that connects friends all over Vietnam and the world gathered with the same educational vision, sharing of knowledge and spreading love, sustainable and happy development.

At Hoi An International School, our mission is to ‘nurture and meet the individual needs of our students in a supportive, community-minded and responsible environment’. We are an inclusive community that aims to inspire, motivate and challenge while being firmly committed to the academic and personal growth of all students.

Students learn best in a safe and caring environment which caters for individual differences and challenges each student to reach their potential. Small class sizes are imperative to enable teachers to keep on top of the needs of each student and to ensure that academic growth and personal well-being is maintained. Such approaches to learning are essential if each student is to achieve at levels that are commensurate with their abilities and grow into reflective, creative and responsible global citizens.

In addition to learning in the classroom, there is a myriad of opportunities on offer at HAIS, and students are encouraged to participate in these. We promote a balanced lifestyle that allows time for learning but also for participation in sports and Extracurricular Activities and most importantly, time to relax with family and friends.

Research has highlighted that the effective mastery of social and emotional competencies is associated not only with greater well-being, but also a better performance at school. Therefore, supporting the well-being of each of our students is central to who we are, and we work together with families to assist students in achieving their personal best in all that they do. It is the encouragement of adventure and play that builds creativity and imagination, develops social skills, improves physical and social/emotional well-being and builds a child’s sense of confidence and independence.

At HAIS, we also focus on developing, in all our students, an unshakable social conscience with the capacity to make sound ethical decisions. We value the relationships we have developed with our families and the wider community and will continue working to further enhance constructive partnerships with our families and friends, regional charities, local and international schools and local businesses. 

I am very proud to be the Principal of Hoi An International School where we genuinely believe that each of our students has a unique gift to share with the world.

I encourage you to make contact to see what we can offer you and your family.

HAIS has shown a resilient and persevering attitude during this past year and our hard work has shown great benefits. We had our first IGCSE candidate complete his exams with excellent results and we are preparing our next cohort for their IGCSE exams this year. We have now completed a makeover of our secondary school with a new, state-of-the-art science lab, a spacious, naturally well-lit art studio, and a brand new combined drama studio and music room which can be transformed into a mini theatre. While we have encountered challenging times, HAIS has consistently risen to each challenge and continues to grow and improve.

This year will mark my 5th year at HAIS and my first year as Bilingual Vice Principal. I have accompanied the school from the very first day and witnessed the rise of this small school located in the heart of Hoi An. My belief in the HAIS mission and values has been strengthened with each passing year.

In my role, I support our Leadership Team to ensure the school runs smoothly. I also serve as a bridge for communication between the International and Bilingual Sectors.

We strive to create learning opportunities for our Bilingual Students to learn about cultural diversity from our International Students. Helping our students become global citizens, is a stepping stone in enabling our students to be successful in their future careers.

We also believe that our International Students are given a great opportunity to better understand Vietnamese culture. With their families living and working within our community and our students connecting through joint learning activities and events, a strong and unified bond is formed under the collective of Hoi An International School.

I strongly believe that the methods in which our Leadership demonstrates the HAIS values contribute to our success and ensure that our students receive the best support from their teachers and mentors.

Years of Experience: 8+

Degree & Certificates: B.A of Advertising and Public Relations in International Partnership,  TEFL 120 hours, Business Analyst Diploma.

This marks my fifth academic year at the school and I have been actively involved in various administrative roles during this time. Witnessing and contributing to the school’s growth has been an incredibly special journey for me.

Now, as a parent, I can fully grasp the depth of the efforts we collectively put in. This realization has fueled my determination to work even harder, aiming to make a meaningful impact on students’ lives. I am pleased to share my experiences with the school and eagerly anticipate our mutual growth.