School Leadership

Managing Board

Ms. Tran Thi To Nhu

Head of School

Bachelor of Literature, University of Social Sciences and Humanities
American International Institute of Management and Technology, USA
Certificate of Designing and Leading Learning Systems, USA
American International Institute of Education, USA
Certificate of Pedagogy, University of Social Sciences and Humanities
Certificate in Australian International Education (AEI)
Certificate in Educational Leadership and Management
Leading School Strategy and Innovation: A CSML Course - Harvard Business School Online (2023)
DP Vietnamese A: Language and Literature Mixed Cat.1 & 2 (2023)
DP Vietnamese A: Language and Literature Mixed Cat.1 & 2 (2022)
IBDP Approaches to Learning, Cat. 3 (2019)
DP Language A: Vietnamese Literature Mixed Cat.1 & 2 (2019)
Workshop on Supporting K-10 EAL/D Learners in Western Australian Curriculum in Malaysia (2019)
IB ASEAN Education Workshop on Developing Lifelong Learners Through IB Education (2019)

Mr. Gustavo Páez

Principal of International Programs
and Academic Director

Master of Education in Educational Entrepreneurship, Monterrey Institute of Technology, Mexico
Master in Neuropsychology, Multiple intelligences, and Mindfulness for the Education of Youth and Adults, IMF Institute of Business Science and University of Antonio de Nebrija, Spain
Master of Psych Pedagogy, International University of Ecuador
Bachelor of Education, University of San Francisco of Quito, Ecuador
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Academy of Fine Arts at Brera, Italy
Certificate of International School Leadership, Principals’ Training Center, USA
Cambridge International Diploma for Teachers and Trainers, University of Cambridge, UK
IB Cultures of Thinking Cat.3, Project Zero, Harvard University, USA (2018)
IB Leadership Training for School Heads in the USA (2017)
DP Extended Essay Management Cat.3 (2017)
DP Coordination Cat.3 (2015)
Workshop on Assessment Leadership in the International School, Principals’ Training Center, USA (2017)
Workshop on Creating an Effective School, Principals’ Training Center, USA (2015)
Workshop on Issues in Contemporary Education, Oxford University, UK (2014)
Workshop on Instructional Supervision and Evaluation: Planning, Assessment and Student Results, Principals’ Training Center, USA (2014)
Workshop on Curriculum Leadership in the International School, Principals’ Training Center, USA (2013)

Ms. Kelly Scott

Vice Principal of International Program and Designated Safeguarding Lead

Master of Arts in Education, University of Nottingham, UK
Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Media Arts with Theatre and Performance, University of Plymouth, UK
Qualified Teacher Status, Department for Education, UK
Child Protection for Governance and Leadership, (2024), Childsafeguarding.com
Reflective Safeguarding Practices for International Schools (2024), TES Institute, UK
Pastoral Care in International Schools (2024), TES Institute, UK
Dealing with a Disclosure (2024), TES Institute, UK
Children's Mental Wellbeing for International Schools (2024), TES Institute, UK
Child Protection for International Schools (2024), TES Institute, UK
Adverse Childhood Experiences (2024), TES Institute, UK

Mr. Guy Wallbank

Vice Principal of International Programs and Academic Coordinator

Master of Arts (MA) in International Politics, University of Leeds, UK
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Humanities, Nottingham Trent University, UK
Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE), University of Bath, UK

Principals of Secondary and High School

Ms. Nguyen Hoang Minh Tam

Principal of Secondary MoET Program

Master of Educational Sciences, Specialization in Theory and Methods of Teaching Mathematics, Saigon University
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics Pedagogy, Ho Chi Minh City University of Education
Bachelor of English Studies, Tra Vinh University
Educational Management Professional Certificate (Training Program for K-12 School Administrators), University of Education, Vietnam National University, Hanoi
Pedagogical Professional Development Certificate for University and College Lecturers, Hue University of Education
Life Skills Education Professional Development Certificate, Hue University of Education
State Management and Educational Management Certificate, Ho Chi Minh City University of Education
Certificate in Using Technology in Subject Teaching at K-12 Schools under Intel's "Teach to the Future" Program, Ho Chi Minh City University of Education.
Former Head of the Mathematics Department at Le Quy Don Secondary School, District 3, HCMC, responsible for academic management and guiding the professional development of the teaching team
Received multiple District-level commendations for training gifted students in Mathematics who achieved awards at the City Level
Received multiple District-level commendations for training gifted students in Calculator-based Mathematics, who achieved awards at the City Level.
Over 15 years of experience in teaching and professional development at public schools.
Scientific research publication "Factors Affecting the Effectiveness of Professional Development Activities for Teachers at Non-public Secondary and High Schools", Vietnam Teachers' Magazine (ISSN 1859-2902) Special Issue 4 (June 2025)
Scientific research publication "Management of Peer Support Activities for Professional Development in Secondary Schools from the Perspective of Professional Groups and Teams",
Vietnam Teachers' Magazine (ISSN 1859-2902) No. 192 (April 2023)
Scientific research publication "Peer Support Activity in Professional Development in Secondary Schools in the Current Context", Journal of Educational Equipment (ISSN 1859-0810) No. 283 (February 2023)

Ms. Nguyen Thi Kieu Nhi

Vice Principal of Secondary
MoET Program

Master of Linguistics, Ho Chi Minh City University of Social Sciences and Humanities
Bachelor of Vietnamese Language and Literature Teacher Education, Ho Chi Minh City University of Education
Bachelor of Journalism, College of Radio and Television II - Voice of Vietnam
Certificate of Journalism Profession, Ho Chi Minh City Journalists Association
Certificate of Training for School Staff Management - Ho Chi Minh City School of Personnel Management
Certificate of "Child Protection Training for Board Members, Owners, and Senior Leaders" (2025)
Conference on "Linguistics and Applications", Ho Chi Minh City University of Social Sciences and Humanities
Conference on "The 2025 Vietnam Child Wellbeing & Safeguarding Summit"
Over 10 years of experience in teaching, professional development and educational management at international schools

Principals of Primary School

Ms. Nguyen Thi Hoi

Principal of Primary MoET Program

Bachelor of Education in Primary Education, Quy Nhon University of Education
Intermediate Diploma in Political Theory
Certificate in General School Education Management, Ho Chi Minh City School of Education Management
Certificate in School Inspection and Control
Certificate in Office Information Technology
First Aid Training Certificate
Inspector Collaborator of the Department of Education and Training of Đắk Lắk Province
Judge for Excellent Teacher Competitions
16 Years of Management Work in Public Schools
7 Years of Management Work in International Schools
Multiple-time Recipient of Grassroots-level Emulation Soldier Title in Public Schools

Ms. Pham Thi Hong Le

Vice Principal of Primary MoET Program

Master of Education Science - Major in Education (Primary Education) - Ho Chi Minh City University of Education
Bachelor of Primary Education - Ho Chi Minh City University of Education
Certificate of Completion of the Child Protection Training for Board Members, Owners, and Senior Leaders (2025)
Certificate of Completion of the Training on School Health Safety, Emergency Handling, and First Aid
Certificate of Completion of the Training on Active Teaching Methods, HCMC University of Education
Certificate of Completion of the Training Program for General School Managers, Institute for Educational Management HCMC (2023)
The Child Wellbeing & Safeguarding Summit (2025)
Workshop on "Learning with Apple"
Workshop on "Developing reading culture in primary schools in Ho Chi Minh City", the Department of Education and Training of Ho Chi Minh City
Workshop on "Discipline of Love"
Workshop on "Portrait of a "Real Learning" Teacher", EXIM Institute for Economic and Educational Development Research
6 Years of Experience in Primary School Teaching and Professional Development

Mr. Tran Quoc Bao

Vice Principal of Partial-Integrated Program

Ed.D Candidate in K-12 Educational Leadership, Edgewood University, Wisconsin, USA (2026)
MA in TESOL Methodology, University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University in Ho Chi Minh City (2014)
MSc Water Resources Management, UNESCO-IHE Institute for Water Education, The Netherlands (2016)
BA in Geography, Cartography, Remote Sensing and GIS, University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University in Ho Chi Minh City (2008)
BA in English Linguistics and Literature, University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University in Ho Chi Minh City (2012)
DP Examiner in Theory of Knowledge (2022)
DP Managing the Extended Essay (2021)
DP Theory of Knowledge Cat.1 (2017); Cat.2 (2020)
DP Coordination Cat.1 (2018); Cat.2 (2019)
DP Counseling Cat.1 (2018)
Certificate of "Child Protection Training for Board Members, Owners, and Senior Leaders", ChildSafeguarding.com (2025)
Certificate of Course Completion, Eleot 2.0, Cognia (2025)
Certification in Walker Learning, Middle and Upper Primary, Walker Learning Group (2023)
Certificate of Training for Heads and Deputy Heads of the Department of Education and Training (2022)
Certificate in Secondary and High School Educational Leadership and Management (2022)
Certificate in Cyber Security and Awareness, University of Adelaide, Australia (2021)
Certification of Participation in IB Global Conference in the Hague, the Netherlands (2022)
Certification of Participation in Workshop on IB Higher Education Forum (2019)
Scholarship Holder of the Nobel Prize Teacher Summit Conference 2019 "Climate Change Changes Everything", Sweden (2019)
World Scholar's Cup Coordinator and Debate Adjudicator at Regional Round, Global Round and Tournament of Champions (2019 - 2025)
Team Leader of American Summer Camps 2023 and 2024
16 years of experience in teaching, professional development and educational management at public and international schools and universities

Principals of Kindergarten

Ms. Ngo Thi Thanh Tam

Head of School of WASS Kindergarten
Principal of WASS Kindergarten, 4 Nguyen Thong Campus

Currently pursuing a Master of Education in Advanced Teaching at the University of the People (USA), in collaboration with the International Baccalaureate (IB) Organization, Switzerland
Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Saigon University
Certificate in Preschool Principal Training, Ho Chi Minh City University of Education (2018)
Certificate in Parental Burnout: Diagnostic and Treatment, Training Institute for Parental Burnout, Belgium (2020)
Certificate in Children’s Rights in Theory and Practice, Harvard University, USA (2021)
Certificate in Making the PYP Happen in the Early Years: Implementing Agency, International Baccalaureate (IB) Organization, Switzerland (2023)
HEI Schools Teacher Diploma Program Certificate, a professional training program for early childhood educators developed in collaboration with the University of Helsinki, Finland (2022)
Certificate in the Reggio Emilia Approach (REP) Training Program, Global Embassy (Vietnam) in collaboration with Reggio Children, Italy (2021 – 2023)
13 years of experience in early childhood teaching and educational leadership

Ms. Nguyen T. Truc Thanh Tuyen

Principal of WASS Kindergarten, 35 Nguyen Huu Canh Campus

Bachelor of Early Childhood Education - Ho Chi Minh City University of Education
Diploma in Early Childhood Education Management - National College of Education, Ho Chi Minh City
STEAM Certificate of Preschool Education
Certificate of Education and Physical Development for Preschool Students
CKA Training Program of Preschool Education
Workshop on "Promoting Emotional Intelligence in Preschool Education"
Workshop on "Positive and Happy Teaching Program"

Ms. Pham Thi Thu Huyen

Vice Principal of WASS Kindergarten, 4 Nguyen Thong Campus

Bachelor of Early Childhood Education - Ho Chi Minh City University of Education (2014 - 2018)
Diploma in Early Childhood Education Management - Ho Chi Minh City University of Education (2017)
Diploma in Kindergarten Principal - Ho Chi Minh City University of Education (2018)
Diploma in Educational Staff Management - Institute for Educational Management, HCMC (2023)
Certificate of Professional Training for Early Childhood Education Staff Management (2023)
Over 7 Years of Experience in Teaching and Managing Early Childhood Education

Ms. Huynh Thi Thanh Hien

Vice Principal of WASS Kindergarten, 35 Nguyen Huu Canh Campus

Currently pursuing the Master of Education in TESOL program, University of Ho Chi Minh City – Open University, in collaboration with Edith Cowan University, Australia
Bachelor in Teaching English As a Foreign Language, University of Foreign Language Studies – The University of Danang (2015 – 2019)
Professional Development Certificate in Kindergarten Program – Western Australian Curriculum, issued by the School Curriculum and Standards Authority (SCSA), Australia (2019)
Certificate in Educational Management for School Leaders, issued by the Ho Chi Minh City Educational Management Training Institute (2024)
Certificate in Management of Non-Public Preschools, issued by Saigon University, Ho Chi Minh City (2024)

Managing Board

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Principals of Kindergarten

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