The nearly 200-year history of King’s College School Wimbledon now extends to HCMC

The new campus, King’s College Wimbledon Ho Chi Minh City, is expected to welcome its first intake in August 2027.

According to the school, the campus will provide a full educational journey for boys and girls aged 2 to 18, from kindergarten through to secondary school.

Founded by Royal Charter in 1829 as the junior department of the university King’s College London, King’s College School Wimbledon is among the U.K.’s long-established independent schools.

The school was listed among the world’s top five high schools in the HSBC Hurun Education Global High Schools 2025 ranking. It was also ranked among the leading independent day schools in the U.K. by The Sunday Times Parent Power 2026 guide.

According to the school, more than 98% of GCSE and IGCSE grades at A+ (9-7) and more than 96% of A Level results achieving A+/A/B or IB equivalent, including over half at A+ or IB level 7.

The school said around 99% of students are admitted to universities worldwide each year, and more than a quarter securing places at Oxford, Cambridge, and Ivy League institutions.

Anne Cotton, Head of King’s College School Wimbledon and Honorary Principal of King’s College Wimbledon Ho Chi Minh City, said the school’s educational approach combines academic development with personal growth.

“Rooted in a long-standing tradition, the school’s education is shaped by curiosity, creativity, compassion, and a strong sense of community,” she said. “We encourage students to develop independent thinking, understand themselves, and gradually build their own paths.”

The school said its educational philosophy, described through the concepts “The world beyond” and “Life at 25,” is intended to prepare students for university, professional careers, and broader international contexts.

In addition to academics, the school operates a Personal Enrichment Program aimed at developing students’ experiences, social skills, and adaptability.

King’s College School Wimbledon in the U.K. Photo courtesy of King’s

According to the school, King’s College Wimbledon Ho Chi Minh City will be directly managed and quality-assured by King’s.

The school said its academic team will be involved in curriculum design, teacher recruitment and training, student wellbeing, academic delivery, and personal development programs in Vietnam.

Cotton said the Ho Chi Minh City campus is intended to reflect the same educational values and standards as the Wimbledon campus.

“King’s HCMC will become part of our growing family of schools across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, sharing educational excellence and creating opportunities for our pupils to develop an international outlook,” she said.

Kieran McLaughlin, founding head of King’s College Wimbledon Ho Chi Minh City, said the campus is designed to combine the school’s educational traditions with modern facilities.

The campus will be located in The Global City urban area and occupy nearly two hectares. It is being designed by architecture firm Broadway Malyan.

Planned facilities include a seven-a-side football field, a multi-purpose sports hall, a 25-meter indoor swimming pool, a dedicated early years pool, science laboratories, a 500-seat theater, and outdoor learning and creative spaces.

Anne Cotton, Head of King’s College School Wimbledon and Honorary Principal of King’s College Wimbledon Ho Chi Minh City. Photo courtesy of King’s

Alongside the campus announcement, the school has opened a School Gallery in Ho Chi Minh City.

According to the school, the space is intended to help parents and students learn more about the curriculum, facilities, educational approach, and campus plans before the school officially opens.

Visitors can explore information about the learning environment, meet academic specialists, and learn more about the educational model planned for Vietnam.

The School Gallery is located at 179 Vo Nguyen Giap Street, An Khanh Ward, Ho Chi Minh City.

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