True North International School (TNIS)

True North International School (TNIS) is an international school in Vietnam for students across all three levels: Preschool (5 year olds), Elementary, Middle School, and High School. Originating from Hanoi, the "True North" of Vietnam, the name "True North" was conceived with the aspiration of establishing a launchpad right here in Vietnam, to help Vietnamese students excel further, compete internationally, and find their "True North" in their learning and personal development journey.

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Mentorship

With the educational goal of "Children First," TNIS students will always have a team of teachers and advisors accompanying them, listening to their sharing and providing guidance. We believe that each student has unlimited potential, and TNIS will help them explore that.
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Future Approach

Through our learning programs aligned with standards such as STEAM, NGSS (Next Generation Science Standards), CCSS (Common Core State Standards), and especially AP (Advanced Placement), students can experience university-level courses while still in high school. They are equipped with global citizenship skills and empowered to become future leaders.
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Educator's Community

The school is an educational community with three essential components: Teachers, Parents, and Students. Teachers impart valuable knowledge, parents contribute to motivating students, and as a result, students can learn and grow in a positive and leading environment.

Our Philosophy

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VISION
True North International School aspires and is determined to become a leading international school in Vietnam, continually growing in scale and enhancing the quality of education with elite knowledge from all over the world.
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MISSION
TNIS embraces the pioneering mission of nurturing the talents of Vietnam's younger generation. We believe that everyone is born with unique strengths. Alongside students' journey of discovering these strengths, we will accompany and support them, fostering both academic development and awareness of the world around them at every step.
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CORE VALUES
We continuously strive to elevate the quality of education in Vietnam, placing a strong emphasis on human development and cherishing the core values within each student. We nurture and support students in exploring their potential in all aspects through four core values: Resilient, Innovative, Sincere, Empowered (RISE).

4 PILLARS OF EXCELLENCE

True North International School fosters the comprehensive development of students in intellectual, social, physical, and communication in an academically rich environment. Building upon this foundation, we establish learning objectives through four pillars of education that permeate every training program.

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Character Development

"At TNIS, students explore their potential in all aspects through four core values: Resilient, Innovative, Sincere, Empowered. They can actively participate in or initiate clubs, community projects, events, and more, to spread love, empathy, and sharing to everyone."

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Academic Rigor

TNIS-ers are always encouraged to learn and experience new things. As a result, they can develop the initiative to learn actively, showcase outstanding talents and leadership skills through various academic projects and competitions across different fields and countries.

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Global Citizenry

At True North International School, our students learn and grow in a multicultural environment. They have the opportunity to meet and experience various cultures openly, embracing and absorbing different cultural backgrounds. Moreover, they have the chance to participate in global-scale educational programs, activities, and competitions.

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Fitness & Wellness

TNIS believes that robust physical and mental health is the key to helping our students persevere through future challenges. We always prioritize students' health, encouraging them to cultivate both physical and mental well-being through over 20 clubs and extracurricular classes. This ensures that students are always full of positive energy, ready to conquer new knowledge during classroom hours.

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Our Educators

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Mr. Danny Hwang

Founder and Chief Executive Officer

Over 15 years of experience in K12 education
Co-Founder & COO, New Pathway Education
B.S., United States Military Academy at West Point
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Mr. Michael Lambert

Co-Founder and Head of School

Over 40 years of experience in education
MEd, Lamar State University
B.S., Northwestern State University
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Ms. Tammy Bui

Co-Founder, CFO and CSO

13 years of experience in finance
Consulting & Audit Manager, Deloitte
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Ms. Terri Pham

Elementary School Principle, International Track

15+ years of experience in Education
MEd, Concordia University Portland
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Mr. Edward Oh

Middle School & High School Vice Principle, International Track

14+ years of experience in Education
B.A., University of Washington
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Ms. Ninh Thị Lâm Bằng

Elementary School Principle, Bilingual Track

18+ years of experience in Education
B.A. in Education - Hanoi National University of Education
B.A. in Foreign Languages, Hanoi University
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Dr. Dương Thị Hồng Hạnh

Middle School & High School Principle, Bilingual Track

20+ years of experience in K12 education
Doctorate Degree, St. John's University, New York
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Dr. Mai Ngoc Khoi

Head of R&D

17+ years of experience in Education
Doctor of Philosophy and M.A. in Applied Linguistics, University of Queensland, Australia

Our Facilities

At True North International School, students learn and develop in a modern, safe environment that combines indoor and outdoor spaces, allowing them to immerse themselves in nature, nurturing creativity and inspiration for learning.

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