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Studying A-Levels in Ho Chi Minh City

A-Levels are a rigorous, globally recognised qualification that prepares students for university in the UK and beyond. Students typically take three or four subjects in depth over two years, completing AS content in the first year and full A2 papers in the second.

In Ho Chi Minh City, Cambridge International A-Levels are taught at international, private and state schools, and Cambridge is the most widely recognised international qualification for Vietnamese students entering university. Bilingual British schools across the city run A-Level sixth forms, and a number of public high schools have added A-Levels alongside the Vietnamese diploma through double-qualification programmes. Our tutoring supports students at these schools, as well as those studying independently, to work through the demands of their specific exam board.

With tailored learning plans built around each school's syllabus and exam series, we help students across Ho Chi Minh City reach their full potential in the A-Level curriculum.

Schools we have supported in Ho Chi Minh City

So far, we have helped students achieve A*/A grades in their chosen subjects from the following schools in Ho Chi Minh City:

  • British Vietnamese International School Ho Chi Minh City
  • ABC International School
  • Vietnam Australia International School
Who this page is for

International and bilingual schools: Schools across Ho Chi Minh City teaching the English National Curriculum through IGCSE to A-Level, many combining it with Vietnamese literature, history and geography.

Double-qualification students: Students at public and private high schools taking A-Levels alongside the Vietnamese diploma, usually with a heavy combined workload.

Students applying abroad: Vietnamese families aiming for the UK, Australia, Singapore or the US, often studying demanding subjects in English as a second language.

Private candidates: Students entering exams independently through the British Council in Ho Chi Minh City, including retakers and students adding a subject.

Why families in Ho Chi Minh City choose A-Levels

A-Levels are the standard entry route to UK universities and are recognised for admission in Australia, Singapore, the US and across Asia. In Vietnam, Cambridge International A-Levels are recognised for admission by universities including Vietnam National University Hanoi, Hanoi University of Science and Technology, RMIT University Vietnam, British University Vietnam and FPT University, so one qualification keeps local and overseas options open.

  • Direct UCAS route to UK universities
  • Recognised by Vietnamese universities including VNU Hanoi, RMIT Vietnam and BUV
  • Widely accepted for Australian and Singapore admissions
  • Three or four subjects in depth rather than a broad diploma

Why students in Ho Chi Minh City choose us

Ho Chi Minh City's tutoring market is built around the national high school graduation exam, and most tutors teach in Vietnamese to the national curriculum. A-Level specialists who can teach sciences, maths and economics in English to the Cambridge specification are scarce, and double-qualification students in particular need help managing two very different sets of exams. Families often end up with a tutor who knows the subject but not the A-Level papers.

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Meet our tutors for students in Ho Chi Minh City

Our team is a combination of A-Level graduates who sat these exams recently and qualified teachers with years of classroom and examining experience. The tutors below already teach students in Ho Chi Minh City.

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Farhana S, online A Level Maths Tutor
Farhana S
$85 USD /hr
Professional

31

Farhana is an experienced Mathematics educator currently teaching at one of Toronto’s leading private schools. She previously served as Head of Mathematics at another school and holds an Engineering degree from Assumption University of Thailand and a master’s degree from Framingham University.

Having completed both GCSE and A Level Mathematics herself, Farhana brings a strong understanding of the curriculum, examination structure, and academic expectations students face. She has experience tutoring GCSE and A Level students and has also taught these programs in a school setting.

Her teaching approach goes beyond simply completing questions. She focuses on helping students understand the mathematics behind each method, develop strong problem solving habits, communicate their reasoning clearly, and approach examinations with confidence and effective technique.

Farhana believes that every student can improve in Mathematics with the right structure, guidance, practice, and encouragement. She has particular experience supporting students who need to strengthen their foundations as well as those aiming for the highest grades.

In addition to GCSE and A Level Mathematics, Farhana has extensive experience teaching senior high school Mathematics, including IB Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches and Applications and Interpretation. She is also an IB Mathematics examiner who assesses Internal Assessments, giving her a strong understanding of mathematical communication, assessment standards, and what distinguishes high quality student work.

Her goal is to help students become confident, independent mathematicians who understand what they are doing, why they are doing it, and how to perform at their best in examinations.

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Rahul C, online A Level Physics Tutor
Rahul C
$60 USD/hr
Academic

47

Dr Rahul C holds a PhD in Physics, specialising in Hadron Physics (Phenomenology), and has over 7 years of teaching experience across the Cambridge and IB curricula, including 5 years of IGCSE Physics and 2 years of full time AS & A Level Physics teaching. He has extensive experience preparing students for Cambridge examinations through a strong focus on conceptual understanding, problem-solving, practical skills, and effective exam technique.

His students have consistently achieved outstanding results, including A* grades in IGCSE Physics and excellent performances in AS & A Level examinations. Dr C has successfully mentored students through investigative practical work, coursework, and advanced physics problem-solving, helping them build both confidence and academic excellence.

Holding Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), England, Dr C combines deep subject expertise with inquiry based teaching strategies and a clear understanding of Cambridge assessment expectations. As an accomplished researcher, he has published multiple papers in international peer reviewed journals and presented his research at academic institutions and conferences in France and the USA. His teaching is structured, engaging, and highly focused on developing critical thinking, analytical skills, and the confidence students need to excel in IGCSE and AS/A Level Physics.

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Mirela Z, online A Level Accounting, Business & Economics Tutor
Mirela Z
$85 USD /hr
Professional

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Dr. Mirela Z is an experienced international educator and curriculum specialist with a PhD in Curriculum and Instruction and extensive teaching experience across the United Kingdom, United States, Europe, and Asia. She has taught secondary and university-level students and specializes in English language development, academic writing, literacy, reading comprehension, and preparation for advanced academic study.

Dr. Z supports students working at GCSE/GCE and A-Level English standards, with particular emphasis on the skills assessed within major UK and international examination frameworks, including Cambridge International, Pearson Edexcel, and AQA. Her instruction focuses on the core competencies students need for these examinations: close reading, text and language analysis, interpretation, comparative analysis, essay planning, evidence-based argument, vocabulary, grammar, and accurate written expression.

Her secondary-level teaching experience includes working with students from diverse linguistic and academic backgrounds and preparing learners for increasingly demanding academic coursework. She provides targeted support with examination-style reading and writing tasks, analytical responses, structured essays, revision strategies, and timed practice. For A-Level students, she places particular emphasis on developing sophisticated analysis, independent interpretation, well-supported arguments, and the academic writing skills required for progression to university.

Dr. Z has also designed and taught university-level courses in English for Academic Purposes, academic and business communication, and content-based English instruction. This experience enables her to help GCSE and A-Level students bridge the gap between examination preparation and the independent reading, writing, and critical-thinking expectations of higher education.

Her tutoring is individualized and data-informed. She identifies each student's strengths and areas for improvement and uses targeted practice, clear explanations, constructive feedback, and measurable learning goals. Her approach is particularly effective for multilingual and international students who may understand academic content well but need additional support expressing complex ideas confidently and accurately in English.

Dr. Z's goal is not simply to help students prepare for an examination, but to develop confident, independent learners with strong analytical and communication skills. She creates a supportive and engaging learning environment in which GCSE/GCE and A-Level students can strengthen their examination performance while developing skills that will serve them throughout university and beyond.

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Andra P, online A Level Maths & Economics Tutor
Andra P
$60 USD/hr
Academic

36

Andra P graduated from Bocconi University with a BSc in International Economics and Management and is now beginning her Master’s in Management at London Business School. She achieved 9 A*s in her IGCSEs and has several years of tutoring experience, particularly in Mathematics, Economics and Geography.

Andra is familiar with the GCSE, IGCSE and A-Level curricula and focuses her tutoring on building strong subject knowledge alongside the exam skills students need to perform at their best. Her lessons place particular emphasis on breaking down difficult concepts, working through exam-style and past-paper questions, and developing effective problem-solving and revision strategies.

She adapts her teaching to each student’s level, syllabus and individual goals, with the aim of making lessons both rigorous and approachable. Andra believes that strong results come from a combination of clear understanding, consistent practice and confidence, and she works to ensure that students feel supported and increasingly independent in their learning.

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Haiyan W, online A Level Chinese Tutor
Haiyan W
$85 USD /hr
Professional

43

Haiyan W is a native Mandarin speaker with over 20 years of experience teaching Chinese in universities and secondary schools in China and the UK. She has previous experience teaching A-Level Chinese at St Leonards School and Madras College, and currently teaches IGCSE Chinese at St Leonards School. She has taught both native and non-native Chinese learners with a wide range of abilities and backgrounds.

Haiyan gained her undergraduate and MA degrees in China and also taught as a lecturer at a Chinese university. She has extensive experience preparing students for Chinese examinations and supporting them in developing accurate language, strong communication skills and effective examination techniques. Her IGCSE students have achieved consistently strong results, with most achieving A or A* grades.

Her teaching style is patient, structured and supportive. She carefully adapts lessons to individual students' needs and focuses on building confidence, improving language skills and developing independent learning.

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Amna S, online A Level Maths & Further Maths Tutor
Amna S
$85 USD /hr
Professional

34

I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Economics and Mathematics from IBA, Karachi, where I graduated with a CGPA of 3.72. Since 2016, I have been engaged in teaching Mathematics at the O and A Level, both in-person and remotely.

Over the years, I have developed proficiency in delivering instruction across various international curricula, including:

CAIE (IGCSE & A Level)

Singapore Math

American Curriculum (Algebra, Geometry, Pre-Calculus)

In addition to curriculum-based teaching, I prepare students for standardized tests such as the DSAT (Digital SAT) Math section, and coach students for international mathematics competitions, including IKMC and SASMO.

I have been conducting online classes since 2017 using platforms such as Zoom and Google Meet, and am fully equipped to manage virtual instruction effectively. I am passionate about creating engaging, concept-focused learning environments that cater to diverse student needs.

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Manoj A, online A Level Maths Tutor
Manoj A
$85 USD /hr
Professional

43

Manoj A is a Mathematics educator with 20+ years of teaching and mentoring experience, specialising in A-Level, IGCSE and international Mathematics curricula. He currently works as an Edexcel A Level Mathematics Examiner with Pearson Education, giving him direct experience of the assessment standards, mark schemes and examination requirements of the Edexcel A Level Mathematics curriculum.

His teaching experience includes A Level Mathematics, Pure Mathematics and IGCSE Mathematics. He has taught IGCSE Mathematics at school level and has worked with students following Cambridge International Mathematics, including Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics (0580), Additional Mathematics (0606) and International Mathematics (0607). He has also undertaken professional development in CIE AS & A Level Mathematics.

His lessons focus on understanding concepts clearly, developing mathematical reasoning and problem-solving skills, and applying these skills to exam-style questions. He adapts his teaching to the student's level—whether the student needs to strengthen foundations, catch up with the course, improve examination technique or work towards higher grades.

As an Edexcel examiner, Manoj brings an additional examination perspective to his tutoring. He understands that knowing the mathematics is only part of succeeding in an examination; students also need to apply appropriate methods, show their reasoning clearly and work accurately under examination conditions.

He has taught and mentored students from the UK, USA, UAE, Singapore, Netherlands, Malaysia, Australia and other countries, giving him experience of working with different educational backgrounds and learning needs.

Over the years, his students have achieved strong results in Mathematics, including A and A grades at IGCSE/A-Level level. His aim is to help students build genuine mathematical understanding and the confidence to tackle unfamiliar problems independently.*

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Achraf N, online A Level Maths & French Tutor
Achraf N
$60 USD/hr
Academic

34

Achraf (Ash) is a Mathematics, Physics and French tutor with over 4 years of teaching experience across GCSE, IGCSE, A-Level and Further Mathematics. He has worked with students following major UK exam boards including Edexcel, AQA and OCR, supporting learners ranging from those strengthening core foundations to high-achieving students targeting Grades 8–9 and top A-Level results.

Ash graduated from the University of Bristol with a Master’s in Mechanical Engineering (MEng), giving him a strong academic background in advanced mathematics, mechanics, statistics, modelling and problem-solving. His professional experience also includes work as a Reusable Rocket Engineer and Mathematics AI Trainer, where he developed and reviewed complex mathematical and engineering problems.

His tutoring is structured, exam-focused and highly adaptive. He helps students understand difficult concepts clearly, develop stronger problem-solving habits and improve their exam technique through targeted practice, past-paper questions and step-by-step feedback. He also supports students preparing for Further Mathematics and university admissions-style problem solving, including ESAT-type questions.

Ash has taught students from a wide range of ability levels and focuses on building both confidence and mathematical independence so that students can perform consistently under exam conditions.

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Smita C, online A Level History & European History Tutor
Smita C
$85 USD /hr
Professional

16

Smita C is experienced Cambridge educator with extensive teaching experience in History and Global Perspectives, including Cambridge IGCSE, AS Level, and A Level programmes. She is fully trained in the Cambridge curriculum and have served as a Cambridge examiner for IGCSE History, AS & A Level History, and Global Perspectives. Her experience as both a teacher and examiner has provided her with a strong understanding of Cambridge curriculum frameworks, assessment objectives, examination standards, and assessment criterias.

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4.9/5 from 312 reviews · used by students at 500+ schools

"My tutor showed me exactly how examiners mark Maths papers. We went through past papers every week, and I went from a predicted B to an A* in the summer."
Emily R
Emily R
A Level Maths (2025)
"I was falling behind in Chemistry after missing a term. My tutor was patient, well organised and filled in every gap. I walked into my exams feeling ready for the first time."
Daniel K
Daniel K
A Level Chemistry (2025)
"Weekly sessions on essay structure completely changed my History grades. My tutor knew the mark scheme inside out, and my coursework came back with full marks."
Sophie M
Sophie M
A Level History (2025)
"Booking was easy and my tutor fitted around my school timetable. Physics finally made sense, and I got the grades I needed for my Engineering offer."
Maria P
Maria P
A Level Physics (2025)
"I had my tutor for the final six months before exams. Every session was focused on my weak topics, and my Biology mock grade went up two grades by the real thing"
Hannah L
Hannah L
A Level Biology (2025)
"I was retaking Economics and needed a different approach. My tutor made the content click and helped me plan my revision properly. I improved from a C to an A"
Lisa T
Lisa T
A Level Economics (2025)

Sitting your A-Level exams in Ho Chi Minh City

Which exam boards students in Ho Chi Minh City follow, when the exam series run, and how private candidates register.

Which boards and exam sessions

A-Level schools in Ho Chi Minh City mostly follow Cambridge International, with Pearson Edexcel International at some schools and OxfordAQA International available through the British Council. Because the international boards run more than one series a year, students can sit, or resit, without waiting a full year. Your exact papers and dates depend on the board your school has chosen.

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  1. Cambridge International (most schools): Two exam series each year: May/June (results in August) and October/November (results in January).
  2. Edexcel and OxfordAQA International: Edexcel International runs January, May/June and October/November series, and OxfordAQA International runs January and May/June series. Both are modular.

Exam centres and private candidate registration

Most students in Ho Chi Minh City sit through their own school. Those studying independently, resitting after leaving school, or taking a subject their school doesn't offer can register as private candidates. The British Council in Vietnam runs Cambridge International, Pearson Edexcel and OxfordAQA exams for private candidates in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. Registration deadlines fall several months before each series, and exam fees are paid to the centre, not to us.

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  1. Through your school: Students at a British-curriculum school are entered automatically by the school. Nothing to arrange.
  2. As a private candidate at a local centre: The British Council is the main route for private candidates. Which centres accept which boards and subjects varies, so confirm locally before you register.
  3. Registration deadlines: Entry deadlines close several months ahead of each series. Plan early, especially for resits.

Where else we teach

We tutor A-Level students in over 50 countries. Every page covers the boards students follow locally and where they sit their exams.

FAQs

We have answers to your most frequently asked questions. Anything not answered here, please reach out to our team.

Do you also offer GCSE and IGCSE tutoring in Ho Chi Minh City?

Yes. Many international and bilingual schools in Ho Chi Minh City teach IGCSE before A-Level, so IGCSE tutoring is the more common need, and we also offer GCSE tutoring. Lessons start from $50 USD (£38) per hour, one-to-one and online, with a tutor matched to the student's board, which helps students studying demanding subjects in English as a second language. Professional tutors (qualified teachers and examiners) cost from $75 USD (£56) per hour.

How much does A-Level tutoring cost in Ho Chi Minh City?

From $60 USD (£45) per hour for A-Level or AS with an academic tutor, charged in US dollars at the same rate worldwide. Families who commit to more hours save more: 5% on 10 to 20, 10% on 21 to 30, 12.5% on 31 to 50 and 15% on 51 or more. You can also pay as you go, invoiced after each lesson, with no lock-in. Professional tutors (qualified teachers and examiners) cost from $85 USD (£64) per hour. Full details are on our pricing page.

Late cancellations and no-shows are charged at half the lesson fee. That applies if you cancel less than one hour before the start time, or don't turn up. You can still change a session time whenever you need to, as long as you give your tutor notice.

Can tutors teach in Ho Chi Minh City's time zone?

Yes. Ho Chi Minh City is on Indochina Time, UTC+7, with no daylight saving. We note your availability and time zone on your application and only match you with a tutor who can teach when it suits you, for example after school or at weekends, which matters for double-qualification students with a full timetable. Apply here.

Can I sit A-Levels as a private candidate in Ho Chi Minh City?

Yes. The British Council in Vietnam runs Cambridge International, Pearson Edexcel and OxfordAQA exams for private candidates in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi. It suits students studying independently, resitting or adding a subject their school doesn't offer. Which centres accept which boards and subjects varies, so confirm before registering. Deadlines close months ahead and fees go to the centre. See resits and retakes.

When do students in Ho Chi Minh City sit their A-Level exams?

Cambridge International, used by most schools, runs May/June and October/November series, with results in August and January. Edexcel International runs January, May/June and October/November series, and OxfordAQA International offers January and May/June series. Both are modular. Your exact dates depend on your board, so confirm entry deadlines with your school or the British Council. Our Cambridge page has more detail.

Which exam boards do A-Level students in Ho Chi Minh City follow?

Most A-Level schools in Ho Chi Minh City follow Cambridge International. Pearson Edexcel International is used at some schools, and OxfordAQA International is available through the British Council. Each student is matched with a tutor who knows their board's specification, past papers and mark schemes, rather than just the subject.

Is A-Level tutoring in Ho Chi Minh City online or in person?

Online, one-to-one, in our own virtual classroom. Ho Chi Minh City's tutoring market centres on the national graduation exam and is mostly taught in Vietnamese, so tutors who teach sciences, maths and economics in English to the Cambridge specification are scarce. Online lessons give you that specialist and help double-qualification students balance two very different sets of exams. Parents can join any lesson. Read how we select tutors.

Do you offer A-Level tutoring in Ho Chi Minh City?

Yes. Top A-Level Tutors offers one-to-one online A-Level tutoring in Ho Chi Minh City, with tutors matched to each student's subject, exam board and target grade. We teach students at international and bilingual schools, double-qualification students taking A-Levels alongside the Vietnamese diploma, families aiming for universities in the UK, Australia, Singapore or the US, and private candidates. Explore online A-Level tutoring.

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