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Our History

We are founded on over 150 years of educational experience

Concordia is part of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod (LCMS) in the United States. The LCMS has been actively developing schools in the United States since the 1860’s and throughout Asia for the past 40 years. After founding successful schools in Hong Kong and Shanghai, Concordia saw an opportunity to bring elite academics to Vietnam. Concordia International School Hanoi began the first academic year in 2011 with 50 students in a rented converted office in CMC Tower (pictured above). 

In 2016, we expanded into our permanent campus facility in Van Tri with more than 300 students. The Van Tri facility allowed us to expand our academic offerings in a modern classroom setting and continue to help students reach their full potential. The 2016-2017 academic year was also our first year with a graduating class of seniors. That year, our first university admissions “win” in our history was a student who gained early acceptance to New York University - among the Top 30 universities in the US.

At its inception, Concordia’s stated aim was to help students reach the world’s top universities. To date, Concordia graduates have gained acceptance to eleven Top 25 universities in the United States, including: University of Pennsylvania, Stanford, Princeton, Dartmouth, Duke, UC Berkeley, UC Davis, UC Irvine, UCLA and USC, as well as New York University, Rutgers and Oberlin, and universities around the world, from University of Sydney and Queen’s College in Canada, to Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, to Erasmus University in the Netherlands.

To accommodate our growing student population, Concordia unveiled its new state-of-the-art high school expansion building at the start of the 2019-2020 academic year. The new building features modern educational facilities, such as a “black box” theater, breakout rooms and collaboration areas for science labs and research work, and an expanded art studio.

Concordia today boasts 500 students from more than 26 countries studying a US curriculum in grades Preschool 4 through grade 12.

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Important Moments in our History

1847 - The First LCMS Schools Founded
1847 - The First LCMS Schools Founded

The 1847 constitution of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS) placed a high priority on the creation of seminaries and schools to train pastors and teachers, reflecting the organization's commitment to education. The constitution also required member congregations to provide education for their children, ensuring that new congregations would establish parochial schools.

1857 - LCMS Teacher Training Institution Founded
1857 - LCMS Teacher Training Institution Founded

The first LCMS teacher training institution opened in Fort Wayne in 1857. However, the American Civil War necessitated the temporary relocation of the St. Louis seminary to Fort Wayne and subsequently the founding of a dedicated campus for the teacher training school in Addison, Illinois, in 1864. This institution would go through several name changes, ultimately becoming Concordia University Chicago in 1990.

1857-1894 - 12 More Schools Founded
1857-1894 - 12 More Schools Founded

Over the following half-century, the LCMS founded 12 schools, including St. John’s College and several Concordia institutions, to educate future teachers and pastors. These schools began as German-style gymnasiums offering broad academic and practical training, supported by community generosity and focused on preparing students for religious vocations.

1990 - Concordia International School Hong Kong is Founded
1990 - Concordia International School Hong Kong is Founded

Concordia International School Hong Kong is Founded. Open to students of all religious beliefs, the school is located in one of the most international cities in Asia, providing a North American-based education. Since then, Concordia Hong Kong has prepared hundreds of students for colleges and universities in the United States, Canada, Japan, Australia and Europe.

1993 - First Feasibility Study For Concordia Hanoi
1993 - First Feasibility Study For Concordia Hanoi

Concordia International School Hong Kong is Founded. Open to students of all religious beliefs, the school is located in one of the most international cities in Asia, providing a North American-based education. Since then, Concordia Hong Kong has prepared hundreds of students for colleges and universities in the United States, Canada, Japan, Australia and Europe.

1998 - Concordia International School Shanghai is Founded
1998 - Concordia International School Shanghai is Founded

Concordia International School Shanghai was launched in 1998 following considerable feasibility research and numerous requests from the Hong Kong corporate community for a school in China that offered the same level of educational support and community care as the acclaimed Hong Kong International School.

Jinqiao, Shanghai was selected as the perfect site for the new school—a fresh, new emerging international residential area that would enable the school to develop and grow closely with the residential community. Today the school educates more than 1,200 students and offers a complete program from Preschool to Grade 12.
 

2008 - Application submitted to Vietnamese government to open CISH
2008 - Application submitted to Vietnamese government to open CISH

Concordia International School Shanghai was launched in 1998 following considerable feasibility research and numerous requests from the Hong Kong corporate community for a school in China that offered the same level of educational support and community care as the acclaimed Hong Kong International School.

Jinqiao, Shanghai was selected as the perfect site for the new school—a fresh, new emerging international residential area that would enable the school to develop and grow closely with the residential community. Today the school educates more than 1,200 students and offers a complete program from Preschool to Grade 12.
 

2010 - Formal approval for Concordia by the Vietnamese Education Department
2010 - Formal approval for Concordia by the Vietnamese Education Department

Concordia International School Shanghai was launched in 1998 following considerable feasibility research and numerous requests from the Hong Kong corporate community for a school in China that offered the same level of educational support and community care as the acclaimed Hong Kong International School.

Jinqiao, Shanghai was selected as the perfect site for the new school—a fresh, new emerging international residential area that would enable the school to develop and grow closely with the residential community. Today the school educates more than 1,200 students and offers a complete program from Preschool to Grade 12.
 

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Parent Testimonials

Why did you choose Concordia Hanoi?

M.Harder 2024

Concordia has taken our kids to an academic level we couldn’t have imagined, which has even allowed our kids to get into top universities in a few countries.... We love what the counseling department does to prepare their kids to go overseas. They do a fantastic job, and I’ve never seen another school come close.”

- Grade 11 and Alumni Parent

Parent Satisfaction Survey 23-24 - 1

Because the education quality is good and the teachers care about the students. 

- Grade 8 and Grade 12 Parent

Parent Satisfaction Survey 23-24 - 9

It's because best international school in Hanoi.

- Grade 3 Parent

Parent Satisfaction Survey 23-24 - 8

I chose the school because I like its organization and educational policy.

- Preschool Parent

Parent Satisfaction Survey 23-24 - 7

The best AP school in Hanoi.

- Grade 6 and Grade 7 Parent

Parent Satisfaction Survey 23-24 - 6

We believe that Concordia offers a quality education in a save environment.

- Grade 1 Parent

Parent Satisfaction Survey 23-24 - 5

The strong academic culture and the commitment to parent partnership.

- Grade 3 and Grade 4 Parent

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For its values, academics, small class size, strong community, excellent teachers and staff, and its loving, caring environment.

- Grade 3 and Grade 5 Parent

Parent Satisfaction Survey 23-24 - 3

Excellent academics, international environment, excellent teachers.

- Preschool Parent

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It's a good school with strong academics.

- Grade 7 and Grade 10 Parent

Ms. Masami Miyamoto, Mother of Juri - G3

Ms. Masami Miyamoto, Mother of Juri - G3
The Moody Family
The Anders Family

The Anders Family

"We would like to say a big Thank You to the Concordia school community for making our one year stay in Hanoi such a pleasant experience. 

We highly appreciated the student focused approach, high academic standards and supportive education environment for our daughter (middle school). The teachers and staff went way beyond our expectations to help our daughter transition to the new country and school setting. 

Additionally, we enjoyed the welcoming atmosphere at numerous school events and the friendly interactions with school staff and parents. A lot of personal connections evolved."

"Wir möchten der gesamten Concordia Schulgemeinschaft, allen Lehrern, den hilfsbereiten Mitarbeitern, und Mitgliedern de Elternbeirats ein großes und besonders herzliches Dankeschön dafür aussprechen, dass sie unseren einjährigen Aufenthalt in Hanoi zu einer so angenehmen Erfahrung gemacht haben.

Wir haben insbesondere den schülerorientierten Ansatz, die hohen akademischen Standards und das unterstützende Bildungsumfeld für unsere Tochter (Mittelstufe) sehr geschätzt. Die Lehrer und Mitarbeiter haben unsere Erwartungen weit übertroffen, um unserer Tochter den Übergang in das neue Land und die neue Schulumgebung zu erleichtern. Die einladende Atmosphäre bei zahlreichen Schulveranstaltungen und der freundliche Umgang zwischen dem Schulpersonal und den Eltern macht Concordia zu einer besonderen Schule, die wir uneingeschränkt allen Eltern empfehlen. Wir sind uns sicher, das die  vielen persönlichen Beziehungen, die wir als Familie an der Concordia Schule knüpfen konnten lange fortbestehen werden." 

 

The Lyons Family
Ms. Kim Minsung - Mother of Yoonseo - G1

Mrs. Minsung Kim - Mother of Yoonseo - G1

Ms. Tomoko Ishihara, Mother of Koichiro - Grade 1

Ms. Tomoko Ishihara, Mother of Koichiro - Grade 1

Ms. Manuela Graovac, Mother of Mateo - G2 and Dominic - G4

Ms. Manuela Graovac, Mother of Mateo - G2 and Dominic - G4
Mr. Kien Tran, Father of Gia Han - G5

Mr. Kien Tran, Father of Gia Han - G5
Mr. Clayton Green, Father of Annie - G4
Mr. Clayton Green, Father of Annie - G4
Ms. Cintia Gilmore, Mother of Benjamin - G2 and Sofia - G4
Ms. Cintia Gilmore, Mother of Benjamin - G2 and Sofia - G4
Ms. Atsuko Chiba, Mother of Hajime - G3

Ms. Atsuko Chiba, Mother of Hajime - G3
Ms. Toki Toboku, Mother of Riho - G1 and Kaho - G4

Ms. Toki Toboku, Mother of Riho - G1 and Kaho - G4

Ms. Yoko Otsuka, Mother of Kento - Reception and Tomohito - G5

Ms. Yoko Otsuka, Mother of Kento - Reception and Tomohito - G5

Ms. Kim Younjung - Mother of Kyeongdoun G7

Ms. Kim Younjung - Mother of Kyeongdoun G7

Ms. Giang Nguyen, Mother of Ella - G6 and Bella - G11
Ms. Giang Nguyen, Mother of Ella - G6 and Bella - G11
Mr. Kim Ju-il (Andrew) - Father of Jeewon G2

Mr. Kim Ju-il (Andrew) - Father of Jeewon G2

Ms. Ha Hoang, Mother of Preston - G9
Ms. Ha Hoang, Mother of Preston - G9
Ms. Cam Phan, Mother of An Ton - G12
Ms. Cam Phan, Mother of An Ton - G12
The Fujisaki Family

The Fujisaki Family

Since I was attending a local school in the United States, I chose Concordia because I can continue studying in the American curriculum. What I like about Concordia is that everyone warmly welcomed me, who transferred in the middle of the school year, and the facilities such as cafes are fully equipped to make daily school life comfortable.

今までアメリカの現地校に通っていたので、アメリカのカリキュラムで勉強を続けられるコンコルディアを選びました。ぼくが感じたコンコルディアの良いところは、学年の途中で編入したぼくをみんなが暖かく迎えてくれたことと、カフェなどの設備が充実していて、毎日の学校生活が快適なことです。

The Hoshi Family

The Hoshi Family

It's been almost three years since my daughter started going to Concordia in Preschool. During the tour, we gasped at the huge green playground and beautiful campus.
The teachers were very friendly, and I felt that because the class size is small, they can look after each and every child well. Concordia only hires experienced teachers, so I thought that the quality of the lessons is good for girls who do not speak English as their mother language. She was able to get used to the school sooner than I thought she would because of the EAL support in class. My daughter likes classes using a computer, and she takes an iPad after school activity twice a week.

At various events held in an international environment, there are many opportunities to introduce the culture of each country, and you can see that children and parents recognize and respect each other's differences. I think my exposure to various nationalities and cultures from a very young age has a very positive impact on my daughter.

When I look at my daughter who loves school, I'm really glad that she is able to attend Concordia.

娘はプレスクールからコンコルディアに通い始め、もうすぐ丸3年になります。 見学の際、緑あふれる広大な敷地に立つ立派な校舎に心を奪われました。 先生方もとてもフレンドリーで、授業の様子も、クラスが少人数で先生との距離がとても近く、一人一人の子供達をよく見てくれると感じました。 実際にコンコルディアは経験豊富な教師の方ばかりなので、授業の質が高いところも英語が第一言語ではない娘にとって良いと思いました。 EALの授業で英語をサポートしてもらえることもあり、心配していたよりも早く学校に馴染むことが出来たと思います。 娘はパソコンを使った授業が好きで、週に2度選択出来るアフタースクールアクティビティでもiPadを使ったものを選択しています。 国際色豊かな環境の中で行う様々なイベントでは、それぞれの国の文化を紹介し合う機会が多く、子供同士・親同士もお互いの違いを認め尊重し合う姿が見て取れます。 幼い頃からこういった多人種・多文化に触れることは、娘にとても良い影響を与えていると思います。 学校が大好きな娘を見ていると、コンコルディアに通えて良かったと心から思います。

The Gilmore Family

The Gilmore Family

Concordia International School of Hanoi has excelled our expectations in every possible way. At Concordia, our children enjoy a safe and caring environment that allows students to develop their learning potential and also grow as global citizens. We enjoy having a personal relationship with teachers and staff, and the school community is outstanding. We truly appreciate that Concordia is dedicated to teaching the same values we practice as a family, in addition to stellar academics. Concordia has done an exemplary job transitioning children from the classroom to online learning due to COVID-19 and the school went above and beyond to support parents and students during this challenging time. Our children are happy at school and as parents, we are very grateful.

The Dalkarov Family

The Dalkarov Family

Our family was very fortunate to join the Concordia community. Both of our older kids enjoyed going to school every day, met good friends, and loved their teachers! Concordia is always going to be in our hearts and memories. Our oldest son is now absolutely fascinated with marine life after joining Concordia's Marine Research Program. The best thing about Concordia is the excellent mix of strong academics, athletics, and after school life. This is the balance you want for your children especially living away from home. Concordia cultivated a desire to learn in our children, which will help them so much in their future endeavors.

The Ko Family

The Ko Family

Our family is very happy to choose Concordia. When we visited the school for the first time, all the members of the school welcomed us. It made a very good impression on us. Over the six years that my daughter has studied at Concordia, she has become very satisfied and loved school more and more. I think that Concordia has the best curriculum. I believe that she will grow into a confident child with the continued good quality classes at Concordia.

The Park Family

The Park Family

Concordia works as a great support for students to grow according to their individual needs at the right time. For the last two years of being in this community, our daughters have learned to challenge themselves towards their many dreams with passion and courage. Our second daughter (elementary student) has received quality education including team-teaching and the free exchange of opinions, while our first daughter (middle school) has participated in various activities such as sports, chamber ensemble, choir, math club, drama, etc. Outstanding teachers of Concordia have encouraged them to make their choices through their own motivation, plan their journey, and learn through small failures with patience. We see them becoming bolder with self-confidence and learning to solve problems with creative thinking and flexibility.

The Aliaga Family

The Aliaga Family

The word "Concordia," in the Spanish language we speak in Ecuador, means “to live in harmony and balance.” This is exactly what the school has given us, with their charismatic staff who are always clear in the objective of forming good human beings. We are fortunate that our two daughters have benefited during the three years of an entire academic, social, sports, and humanistic infrastructure that respects the environment and integrates multiple nationalities, preparing our children to be respectful of the world in which we live. Our family loves Concordia.

The Yeh Family

The Yeh Family

We found people at Concordia are quite friendly and willing to help. Especially teachers, who are compassionate, experienced, and always care for their students in all aspects. Concordia creates a student-focused learning environment and curriculum where teachers are familiar with each student and help students to explore their talents and interests. Although this is our children's first school year at Concordia, we have already seen them learn, become more independent, grow in self-confidence, and have a sense of belonging to the community at Concordia.

The Ohama Family

The Ohama Family

I was worried about air pollution in Hanoi, but Concordia is located far away from the city, so the air is clean and they have a large playground. In fact, my son plays soccer to his heart's content and he is very happy about it. Concordia is the best place, students come from various countries and the school values diversity. The teachers are professional and teach well, and we are very satisfied with them.

ベトナムの市内の空気は気になっておりましたが、コンコルディアは市内から離れているため空気が綺麗で、かつ広大な芝生のグラウンドがあり魅力的でした。実際、入学後息子は大好きなサッカーを思い切りやれてとても満足しています。また、コンコルディアには色んな国籍の子供達がおり多様性を受け入れ、身につけていくには最高の環境だと思っています。コンコルディアは先生がしっかりと勉強を教えてくれるのでその点にも満足しています。

The Rodriguez Family

The Rodriguez Family

Walking through the doors of Concordia for the first time, we could feel the warmth and compassion of administrators and teachers. Two years later, that same feeling can be felt every time. Concordia is truly a remarkable community. We have seen the impact of this amazing community on our kids through their individual growth in academics and more importantly character.

The Dhaka Family

The Dhaka Family

Concordia has an amazing spirit and atmosphere, which makes the students and the parents feel very welcome with such warmth and acceptance. The teachers and administrators are loving, supportive and fully accessible. Our son loves going to school, being with his friends, and he looks forward to his day of fun and learning.

The Bender Family

The Bender Family

We love being part of the Concordia community. Right from the beginning, we felt welcomed by the staff and other families. Teachers are enthusiastic about our child's education and development. There are numerous opportunities for him to participate in extracurricular programs and to explore and develop new interests and skills.

The Graovac Family

The Graovac Family

After 4 years at Concordia, our experiences have all been positive! The fact that our boys happily go every day attests to that. What we love about Concordia is the family feeling we have when we are there. Everyone knows each other, and everyone is helpful and kind. It makes us, the parents, jealous that we are not kids again so that we can go to Concordia too!