What Makes One of the World's Top Schools Special as it Expands to Vietnam

For almost 200 years, the school has combined academic success with personal development.
The school is now opening a new campus in Vietnam, called King's College Wimbledon Ho Chi Minh City, which will open in August 2027 and serve students aged two to 18.
Students are studying in a library.
The school is known for its excellent academic results, with 98% of students achieving high grades, and many going on to top universities.
The school is often ranked highly in lists like The Sunday Times Parent Power and the HSBC Hurun Global High Schools Ranking.
The head of the school, Anne Cotton, said that academic success is important, but not enough on its own, and that students need more to succeed in the future.
Dr. Anne Cotton is the head of King's College School Wimbledon.
The school's approach is based on three main areas: mind, spirit, and heart.
The school focuses on intellectual curiosity, kindness, and confidence to help students develop as people.
The goal is to prepare students for university and for life after graduation.
The school also provides support for students through house communities and pastoral care.
Teachers and counselors monitor students' progress and provide help when needed.
Students are encouraged to participate in activities outside the classroom to develop new skills.
The new campus in Vietnam will follow the same values and standards as the school in the UK.
The UK school will be involved in the development and quality of the new campus.
The UK school will help with curriculum development and academic leadership.
Teachers at the new campus will be trained to the same standards as those in the UK.
The new campus will be part of a network of King's schools around the world.
Dr. Anne Cotton and Kieran McLaughlin are key leaders in the development of the new campus.
The new campus will provide high-quality education and opportunities for students to connect with others around the world.
The school will follow the English National Curriculum and offer IGCSE and A-level qualifications.
The new campus will have modern facilities, including an auditorium, swimming pool, and science laboratories.