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At our kindergarten in Hanoi, youngest students begin their journey in a warm, bilingual setting where they feel known, supported and inspired every day. Designed for children aged 4 to 5, our Kindergarten program brings together the best of the Ontario and Vietnamese curricula.Students grow in confidence and curiosity as they build strong foundations for Grade 1 and beyond, in a pathway shaped around what’s right for each child.
Young students benefit from a curriculum rooted in the Ontario Integrated Program, building strong foundations for both international and Vietnamese pathways.
Young learners grow as confident bilingual communicators in English and Vietnamese, building strong foundations and cultural connections with personalized language support.
Children at our international kindergarten in Hanoi build independence, cooperation and problem-solving through play, routines and projects, gaining confidence and resilience in a caring environment.
Students thrive in purpose-built spaces designed for Visual Arts, Dance, STEAM, Food Technology, fostering creativity, exploration and daily growth through engaging specialist subjects.
Students experience a rich English learning environment with 80% of their subjects delivered in English over 30 engaging periods each week.
Students learn from compassionate teachers who guide them in English and Vietnamese. Specialists support their growth in arts, health and play, helping every child thrive.
Children learn in small classes capped at 25 students, ensuring personalized attention and a supportive environment where every child can thrive.
Students begin their Kindergarten learning journey at any point during the year. Our Admissions team is here to guide families through every step of the enrolment process.
Our curriculum is built to help young learners develop a strong foundation as they get ready for Grade 1. Rooted in the Ontario Integrated Program, it offers student-led, hands-on learning that supports growth in a safe and caring environment. Through engaging activities, children develop physically, socially, emotionally and cognitively.
Build early literacy through joy and play At our kindergarten in Hanoi, young learners discover the building blocks of reading and writing through phonics, storytelling and mark making. With each new sound and letter, they begin to understand how language works and how they can use it to express themselves.By exploring books, drawing and creative writing, students grow into curious readers and early writers who love to learn through words.
See numbers come to life
Children explore counting, shapes and patterns through hands-on experiences that make math meaningful. Whether they’re sorting, building or playing, they develop a strong foundation for numeracy by seeing how numbers are part of their everyday world.Through guided exploration and problem solving, students grow in confidence as analytical thinkers.
Think, create and problem solve through STEAM
Young learners explore STEAM by building, experimenting and working together. Whether they’re designing with blocks, testing ramps or using simple tools, they learn how to think critically, ask questions and try new ideas.These early experiences help students grow as confident problem solvers who enjoy creating and discovering.
Move with purpose and confidence
Children develop strength, balance and coordination through active play. From dancing and running to climbing and games, they build physical skills that support healthy growth and well-being.By moving together, students also learn about teamwork, perseverance and care for themselves and others.
Express themselves through the arts
Young learners explore colour, sound and movement through music, art and drama. They are encouraged to create freely, share their ideas and express how they feel in creative ways.These artistic experiences help students build confidence, imagination and emotional awareness.
Connect with their world and community
Children learn about themselves and the people around them through stories, celebrations and shared experiences. They begin to understand their place in the world by exploring culture, family and community.Through these connections, students develop empathy, respect and a strong sense of belonging.
At Hanoi Toronto School, every day provides meaningful learning experiences and opportunities for your child to explore and grow. While schedules vary across year groups, here’s an overview of what happens between lessons in our Kindergarten classes.
A gentle and joyful beginning to the day, where staff welcome children and parents during the morning gathering.
Children start their engaging activities through play-based learning, sparking curiosity, creativity and joy.
A joyful pause to enjoy a healthy snack and connect with friends.Â
Young learners start refreshed with inspiring, playful learning activities.
Children enjoy an healthy and nutritious lunch enjoyed with friends in a calm, social setting.
After lunch, children explore fun learning and play to grow and learn.
Afternoon snack and recess give young learners a boost to relax and have fun.
After school, children dive into ECAs to have fun and discover new passions.
At HTS, young learners take their first steps into education with curiosity and confidence. Our Kindergarten program is built around core learning pillars that nurture early academic development, encourage teamwork and support growth in both English and Vietnamese. In this vibrant bilingual setting, children gain the skills and mindset they need to thrive in the years ahead.
Enjoy personalized learning that continuously enhances knowledge, skills and understanding.
Gain essential life skills to thrive in academics, as well as careers and personal lives.
Students foster language skills and build confidence through a bilingual approach that supports them in both English and their home language.
In our kindergarten in Hanoi, children progress is guided by developmentally appropriate assessments including observational checklists, learning journals and ongoing documentation of student work. Teachers monitor growth across key areas such as early literacy, numeracy, communication and motor skills.
Learners are encouraged to take an active role in reflecting on their progress through class routines like goal circles or learning talks. They set simple, age-appropriate goals such as “I want to write my name” or “I want to share more during circle time” and celebrate their achievements as they grow.
Kindergarten children develop foundational life skills such as independence, cooperation, emotional regulation and problem-solving through meaningful, play-based experiences. These skills are intentionally supported through classroom routines, structured play and initiatives, including social-emotional learning circles or Kindness Projects.
During activities such as collaborative block building, students practise negotiating roles and resolving conflicts, building confidence, resilience and a sense of belonging in a supportive learning environment.
Young learners are immersed in a bilingual environment from the start, with English and Vietnamese integrated across all areas of learning. This bilingual approach builds strong foundations in both languages, helping students grow as confident communicators while staying connected to their cultural identity.
With English as a core focus throughout the Kindergarten, children develop the skills they need to thrive in an international setting, supported by personalized language guidance that strengthens their fluency and fosters a love for language.
Grade 1 builds strong foundations through play, care and holistic child development
John Slipachenko, Deputy Principal & Director of International
The purpose of the Intro program - "Get Ready for Grade 1" is to establish a strong foundation for young learners in a safe and caring, activity-based environment that promotes the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development of children.
We offer flexible enrolment for Kindergarten at Hanoi Toronto, providing a bilingual curriculum that lays a solid foundation for students’ academic growth and prepares them for success in both local and international settings.
Discover bilingual learning at Hanoi Toronto School Kindergarten. Build strong foundations for Grade 1.
