Student Support Services

At UNIS Hanoi, we are committed to fostering an environment where every student is empowered to thrive. We believe in providing inclusive, authentic, and challenging learning experiences that celebrate neurodiversity, enriching our vibrant school community. Recognising that each student has unique strengths, we strive to create equitable learning opportunities that pave the way for success.

 

Our approach to inclusion is rooted in collaboration, mutual respect, and a shared responsibility among all stakeholders. Together, we support personalised pathways and actively work to remove barriers, ensuring that every learner can achieve their fullest potential. At UNIS Hanoi, student success is not just a goal; it is a collective journey we embark on together.

At UNIS Hanoi, we are dedicated to personal and academic excellence, providing English as an Additional Language (EAL) education for all multilingual students learning English. Language learning is seamlessly integrated into all classes, fostering an environment where students can thrive.

 

We believe that learning a language, learning through language, and learning about language promotes cognitive growth, helping students become confident, reflective communicators and lifelong learners. Our philosophy is rooted in the understanding that multilingual learners:

 

- Acquire language more quickly through immersion.

- Learn more through meaningful and relevant interaction.

- Are best supported through multi-modal instructional approaches.

 

To meet the needs of multilingual learners we prioritise content-based instruction and inclusive classes that balance all aspects of language: listening, speaking, reading, and writing.

 

At UNIS Hanoi, all teachers are language teachers, sharing the responsibility for students who are English Language Learners. EAL teachers provide direct support and collaborate with classroom teachers as co-planners, co-teachers, and instructional coaches. We also celebrate and encourage the use of all home languages, recognising their importance in supporting students' cultural and academic identities. Our aspiration is for students to develop into fully proficient multilingual learners, and we view parents as essential partners in this endeavour.

At UNIS Hanoi, our Counsellors provide a comprehensive counselling curriculum in line with international best practices that developmentally supports all students in their academic, personal, social-emotional, university, and or career journeys.

 

By tailoring activities to meet the diverse needs and through collaboration with students, teachers, staff, administration, and parents, our counsellors enhance the overall school experience for the entire community. provide support for personal issues, and foster academic excellence and success.

UNIS Hanoi Secondary School Enrichment and Extension (E&E) is committed to supporting all students' unique readiness, interests, and personal learning profiles. E&E strives to facilitate learning opportunities and resources to challenge and support students so they may reach their potential to become efficacious and enthusiastic lifelong learners who value inquiry, deep thinking, and creativity.

 

In order to achieve effective and appropriate E&E support, E&E believes students should be at the centre of all teaching and learning decisions through a collaborative partnership between the student, parents or guardians, classroom teachers, and the enrichment coach, from design to decision-making to implementation.

 

 

At UNIS Hanoi, our Speech and Language Therapist plays a vital role in supporting students' communication and language development. By conducting assessments and providing targeted therapy, the therapist addresses a range of speech and language challenges, in individual and group sessions, helping students enhance their expressive and receptive communication skills while building confidence to use those skills at home, at school and in the community.

 

Collaborating closely with teachers, parents, and other specialists, the therapist ensures a comprehensive approach to each student’s needs, promoting effective communication in both academic and social contexts.

At UNIS Hanoi, the Educational Psychologist plays a crucial role in supporting students’ learning and emotional well-being. By conducting assessments and providing expert guidance, the psychologist helps identify individual areas of strength, learning needs and challenges. Collaborating closely with teachers, parents, and other specialists, the Educational Psychologist develops tailored strategies to enhance students' academic performance and social skills. Additionally, the psychologist offers counselling and support for students facing emotional or behavioural difficulties, fostering a positive and inclusive school environment.

The School Health Centre (SHC) at UNIS Hanoi is dedicated to promoting the physical and mental well-being of all students. It serves as a vital resource for health education, preventive care, and immediate medical attention.