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Paying high tuition, students at international schools left stranded

Recent scandals at several international schools have exposed management loopholes, putting parents at financial risk and interruption of their children’s studies, even though very high tuition had been paid.

Parents seek new tutoring options as schools halt extra classes

Since general schools have informed parents of the closure of extra classes, parents have been rushing to find new private tutors for their children as exams near.

University to hire 100 visiting professors to work part-time

Vietnam National University, HCM City (VNUHCM), has appointed 100 visiting professors with preferential treatment offered. Fifty visiting professors will be invited in the 2025-2026 period.

Students cry in life skills sessions: what is occurring in counselling rooms?

Many parents are concerned that their children sometimes cry during psychological counselling sessions, and that the counselling may do more harm than good.

Students make device to warn about damaged roads and flooding

After over a year of research, the group devised a solution using compact, low-cost accelerometers and water level sensors, that are easy to implement and unaffected by weather conditions.

Schools find it difficult to control teachers’ private tutoring

The Ministry of Education and Training (MOET) does not allow teachers at public schools to participate in the management, operation and organization of extra teaching, but the practice still occurs.

Teacher scores 9.0 on IELTS after years of effort

Having achieved an IELTS score of 9.0 after four attempts, Anh Khoa said that examinees need extensive, methodical practice to prepare for the exam.

Vietnam becomes second-largest global user of free online learning platforms

With over 204 million minutes of learning recorded in 2024, Vietnam solidifies its position as a leader in digital education.

Education development strategy looks to improve global rankings for universities

The number of universities appearing in prestigious global rankings is increasing, and their positions on the rankings have also improved significantly over the years.

HCM City promotes building happy schools

HCM City has become the first locality in the country to issue a set of criteria for building the “Happy School” model inspired by UNESCO.

University lecturer points out challenges for postgraduate education in AI era

Associate Professor Dr Nguyen Phi Le at the 2024 Vietnam AI Forum organized by VietNamNet highlighted the importance of training young people to help them meet requirements in the AI era.

Vietnam enforces private tutoring regulations to protect students and educators

Vietnam’s Ministry of Education and Training (MOET) has introduced strict new regulations on private tutoring, aiming to protect both students and teachers.

High-school junior wins first prize over senior competitors

Despite difficult family circumstances, Yen Nhi has always tried to excel. As a student who narrowly made it onto a team of excellent students, Nhi unexpectedly made a breakthrough to win first prize at the national history competition.

University graduate who speaks 3 languages works as deliveryman

Nguyen Thanh Nhan, an accomplished university graduate in Japanese language, is proficient in Japanese, Chinese and English. To everyone’s surprise, he works as a ride-hailing driver.

Vietnam’s education system prepares for reform in 2025

The Vietnamese education system is preparing for a transformation in 2025, as the Ministry of Education and Training works to streamline its structure and improve management at all levels of the education system.

A Hanoi teacher’s unwavering dedication to children with autism

For teacher Nguyen Thi Thanh Hoa, the greatest reward comes not from accolades but from seeing her autistic students achieve simple milestones, such as eating independently or playing with classmates.

No extra classes, just focus: Math prodigy achieves highest-ever score at HUST

Vu Minh Duc, a 12th-grade math student from Bac Ninh, made history by scoring the highest-ever marks in the Hanoi University of Science and Technology aptitude test, achieving a near-perfect 98.61 out of 100 without attending extra classes.

7th-grade student wins first prize at competition for ninth graders

Tran Anh Minh, 13, a seventh grader in Ha Tinh, has surprised his teachers and friends after winning first prize in informatics at a competition for excellent 9th-grade students. And he just needed half of the time given to answer all questions.

Vietnamese universities achieve top rankings in global education fields

Vietnamese universities have achieved notable recognition in the 2025 Times Higher Education global subject rankings, with eight disciplines, including Business and Engineering, earning spots on the list.

Government orders review of Vietnam’s private tutoring regulations

The Ministry of Education and Training has been directed to assess and address media concerns regarding private tutoring, following mixed reactions to new regulations.