Brightonians Lead the Nation in IGCSE Excellence
We are incredibly proud to celebrate two exceptional Brightonians who have been recognised at the 2025 Outstanding Pearson Learner Awards for achieving the Highest Mark in the Country in their respective IGCSE subjects during the 2024/2025 examination series. A Hat-Trick of Excellence We are equally delighted to honour Vi Khoi, also in Year 12, who has achieved an...
Brighton College Vietnam Named in the Spear’s Schools Index 2026
We are delighted to share that Brighton College Vietnam has been named among the Top Recommended Private Schools Globally in the Spear’s Schools Index 2026. As the first and only school in Vietnam to receive this distinction, this is a landmark moment for the College and a meaningful endorsement of our place within the international...
Teaching & Learning Series | Where Language Learning Begins
Our Teaching & Learning Series offers a glimpse into the thoughtful approach behind the curriculum at Brighton College Vietnam, where each stage of learning is carefully designed to support every pupil’s journey. In this first episode, Ms Samantha Bagshaw, Head of Prep, reflects on how language development begins from the very earliest years. From the...
Seeing Science Unfold: Year 11 Observe Plasmolysis in Action
In this week’s Biology lesson, our Year 11 pupils turned their attention to something usually invisible to the naked eye. Using their microscopes, they explored plasmolysis, observing how plant cells respond to different solutions. Working with onion cells, pupils carefully prepared their slides, adjusted the microscopes, and watched closely as the cells changed. As water...
From “Why?” to “Wow!” – A Week of Discovery
This week, the Prep School has been alive with the spirit of inquiry as pupils embraced the British Science Week under the theme “Curiosity: What’s Your Question?” The focus has been on empowering our children to explore, investigate, and—most importantly—interrogate the world around them. At Brighton College Vietnam, nurturing curiosity is the core of learning....
Not to Fear Mistakes | A Story of Creative Courage
“Collaborating with a different artistic style pushed me beyond my comfort zone. It taught me to be willing to try, not to fear mistakes. Appreciating the hard work behind a piece can deeply shape the way we see and value the artwork.” This reflection from Tram Anh captures something quietly powerful at the centre of...
The Wizard of Oz: A Journey of Courage, Friendship and Finding a Home
The curtain has now fallen on three magical nights of The Wizard of Oz at Brighton College Vietnam, yet the echoes of music and laughter continue to linger. Through song, movement and vibrant performance, our pupils reminded us of that courage, wisdom and love are often already within us. None of this would have been...
Higher Education Programme: Inspired by World-Leading University, UCL
As part of our Higher Education Programme, our BCVN Scholars welcomed a representative from UCL for an engaging session on the opportunities available at one of the world’s leading universities. Ranked #9 in the world...
Big learning through tiny robots
Our youngest learners had an exciting introduction to the world of STEM this week as they explored coding through play with Ozobots! Through hands-on activities, the children guided their little robots using colours, patterns, and...
LAMDA Showcase – A Celebration of Confidence and Creativity
What an inspiring afternoon at our LAMDA Showcase! Our Prep School and Year 7 pupils took to the stage with remarkable poise, bringing their monologues and duologues to life with creativity, expression, and genuine stage...
A Magnificent Showcase of Musical Talent and House Spirit
The Prep House Song Competition was a truly splendid occasion, bringing together creativity, energy, and enthusiasm in a joyful display of pupil talent. From powerful vocals to remarkably poised performances, every House impressed with their...
Exploring Future Pathways at the BMI Hanoi University Fair
Our Year 10 – 12 pupils had an opportunity to engage with 14 universities as part of the BMI Hanoi programme. It was an excellent opportunity for the Key Stage 4 pupils to begin conversations...
IBDP CAS Journey: The Smiling Eyes Fund – Learning Through Kindness
From this simple yet heartfelt idea, Chi Mai, an IB Diploma pupil at Brighton College Vietnam, founded the Smiling Eyes Fund. What began as small gifts for young patients has gradually grown into a sustained...
From Curiosity to Confidence: Year 1C’s First Class Assembly
“Which animal can leap across vast distances in a single bound? And which remarkable creature uses a long trunk to navigate its world?” Today, the stage belonged to our Year 1C explorers as they answered...
Science Fair 2026: A Masterclass in Inquiry
Let’s look back at the Science Fair 2026, a resounding success that showcased the remarkable intellectual curiosity of our Year 7 and 8 pupils. Moving beyond the traditional syllabus, our pupils spearheaded their own research...
Exploring Global Ethics through TOK in the IBDP
Year 12 Theory of Knowledge pupils recently took part in an ambitious Knowledge Tribunal, tackling one of the most contested questions of the twentieth century surrounding the end of World War II. Pupils threw themselves...
