Choose Boule & Billes for your children's schooling in Ho Chi Minh City
A French international school close to home, open to the world
Two campuses in Thao Dien and Binh Thanh, for children from 6 months to 11 years old: nursery, kindergarten, elementary school — and British International Section from Grade 1.
Institution accredited by the French Ministry of National Education
Partner institution of the AEFE* network
Over 20 years of experience (since 2004)
Two modern and secure campuses in Binh Thanh and Thao Dien
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Tết Trung Thu 2026 photo album: Bình Thạnh and Thảo Điền
Áo dài, drums, lion-dance heads, mooncakes and a lantern contest: twenty photos of the Mid-Autumn Festival on our two campuses, on 25 September 2026.
Tết Trung Thu in Saigon: 5 things to do with your children
Drums in the street, lanterns on every corner, and nobody to explain why. Here are five outings to do with your children in Saigon: real addresses, most of them free, all of them open to everyone.
French International School Boule & Billes Appoints Stéphane Chatelin as Head of Primary Education
After 21 years with the Sapeurs-Pompiers de Paris and then a career as a teacher and school leader in French Guiana, Stéphane Chatelin becomes Head of Primary Education across both campuses, alongside founders Yen Thu and Thierry Fernandez. His priority for the year: one consistent educational framework on both campuses, closer ties with families, and close attention to each child’s needs.
CANDLE CONCERT – APRIL 14
Candlelight concert at French International School Boule & Billes on April 14, 2026.
Starts at 6:00 p.m. (doors open 5:30 p.m.).
Features student performances and a guest artist (former student), with music from classical (Bach, Mozart, Chopin) to modern (Hans Zimmer, Lady Gaga).
Free entry (donations optional) supporting the artist and school fund.
Drinks available. Open to everyone.
Why parents choose Boule & Billes:
British International Section
Bilingual French-English education enriched with British culture, from Grade 1.
A bilingual and bicultural program recognized by the French Ministry of National Education, in partnership with the United Kingdom.
This unique system allows for the seamless integration of content related to British language, culture and pedagogy within the French curriculum.
The hours specific to the Section are in addition to the lessons taught in French.
Available from Grade 1 to Grade 5 (CP to CM2)
Admission is based on a mandatory entrance test.
This program is ideal for bilingual or English-speaking children, or those who wish to develop a bicultural educational path in an environment of excellence.
🏆 Our little reading champions
We are very proud to announce that An Viên, a Grade 4 student at French International School Boule & Billes, won first prize in the 2025 edition of the Petits champions de la lecture reading competition.
At the grand final held at the Consulate General of France in Ho Chi Minh City, she won over the jury with an expressive, lively and perfectly mastered reading.
This victory reflects our educational project: passing on a love of words, the pleasure of reading, and self-confidence from an early age.
Bravo An Viên!
First prize in the 2025 edition of the Petits champions de la lecture.
Three levels of care adapted to the age of your children
From 6 months to 11 years old
The nursery (6 months to 3 years)
At our two locations: Binh Thanh and Thao Dien. A warm and safe environment for toddlers.
The kindergarten (3 to 6 years)
On both campuses. A nurturing pedagogy, structured around play, language and discovery.
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (6 to 11 years old)
Available on the Binh Thanh campus, with the option of a British International Section from Grade 1.
“Mastery of French is at the heart of our educational project, while also encouraging multilingualism and cultural openness.”
Learning 3 languages from age 3 (French, English, Vietnamese)
Bilingual and bicultural program with the British International Section from Grade 1
Our services open to all children
Including children enrolled in other schools. Subject to available vacancies. Registration required.
Holiday Camp
During school holidays, on weekdays, in Binh Thanh or Thao Dien.
Daycare
Get your children looked after for a few hours, during the day or after school, in Binh Thanh or Thao Dien.
After school activities
Help your child flourish outside school hours, with enjoyment as the priority.
A benchmark of Francophone educational excellence in Asia.
For two decades, our French school in Ho Chi Minh City has been the trusted choice of families for a demanding, caring and resolutely international education.
A human-scale structure, ideal for children's flourishing
French as a Language of Schooling (FLSCO) program for non-French-speaking pupils
Small class sizes allow for personalized support.
A team of qualified and passionate teachers
More than 30 after school activities: artistic, sporting, cultural
Door-to-door school bus and homemade meals
