Extra curriculum
Extra Curricular Program at VAS provides alternate learning opportunities for students which could spark an interest or passion that will last a lifetime. VAS aims to support each child with their aspirations, whether they be from learning how to relieve stress, to developing their knowledge on health and fitness, seeking more explicit information that can be used for additional qualifications, or just finding new ways to have fun! The choice will be theirs, and through the core values, the Extra-curricular programme fosters the comprehensive development of both physical and aesthetic talent and necessary life skills.
Extra curricular activities clubs
Internal extra curricular activities
Students choose their favourite activities easily through sporting clubs such as soccer, basketball, badminton and swimming, or creative environments such as arts and craft work, music, dancing and films. In addition, those who wish to enhance their critical thinking skills can join clubs such as, chess, intellectual games and science. Clubs are managed and guided by foreign and Vietnamese teachers.
“After school” extra curricular activities clubs
Students choose their favourite activities easily through sporting clubs such as soccer, basketball, badminton and swimming, or creative environments such as arts and craft work, music, dancing and films. In addition, those who wish to enhance their critical thinking skills can join clubs such as, chess, intellectual games and science. Clubs are managed and guided by foreign and Vietnamese teachers.
Practical outdoor activities
The school regularly organises outdoor learning sessions, games and themed tours to historic relics, natural environments, agricultural production units, and consumer units for students to experience cultural activities outside of the school
Life skills education programme
The Life Skills Education Programme has been designed by VAS through a wide range of extra-curricular activities to assist students in developing essential life skills that help them deal effectively with the demands and challenges of everyday life. The programme partially supports the student learning of core values as it helps them develop psycho-social skills that determine their valued behaviours. The programme covers the following contents:
• School etiquette
• Learning-to-learn skills
• Self-management skills and self-esteem
• Adaptability skills
• Goal setting and motivation skills
• Gender and sex awareness and emotional issues at school
• Problem-solving skills
• Accountability and organizational effectiveness
• The ABCs of social etiquette and interpersonal skills
• Presentation and information sharing skills
• Teamwork skills
• Leadership skills and positive attitudes and behaviors
Community Activities
VAS encourages its students to join or organise programmes related to areas of interest, such as environment protection or philanthropy to build their sense of community and to cultivate kindness, expression of love and helping people.
Cultural Programmes and Festivals
Students participate in fun, creative team activities to learn the culture of our country and others. Amongst others, these activities are held during the Mid-Autumn Festival, Halloween, Vietnamese Teachers Day, Christmas, New Year and International Women's Day.
