Vietnamese celebrities send their children to school early: A big investment and their own worries.
Thanh Truc changed schools for her 16-month-old child, Ho Ngoc Ha tutored Vietnamese for her twins, while Nhat Kim Anh and Dong Nhi also had their own approaches.
Many Vietnamese artists such as Thanh Truc, Nhat Kim Anh, Ho Ngoc Ha, and Dong Nhi are choosing to introduce their children to preschool education from a very young age, some as young as 10-16 months old. This decision not only demonstrates an investment in their children's future but also comes with unique stories and approaches from each family.
Thanh Truc and her journey to find a school for her 16-month-old daughter.
Actress Thanh Truc recently decided to enroll her 16-month-old daughter, Ky Ky, in preschool. She shared that due to her busy work schedule, she wanted her daughter to have an environment where she could socialize, make friends, and learn new things instead of staying home alone. Initially, the family faced difficulties when the first school didn't accept children under two years old, forcing her to find another suitable public school for her child.
In the early days, Ky Ky seemed quite confident and curious about her new environment. However, there were also times when she would burst into tears because she missed her parents. Thanh Truc and singer Chau Khai Phong always made time to pick up and comfort their daughter after school.
Nhat Kim Anh decides to send her 10-month-old daughter to school.
Nhat Kim Anh also attracted attention when she enrolled her daughter Julia in an international bilingual school when the baby was only 10 months old. Julia, born in January 2025 via in-vitro fertilization (IVF), possesses mixed-race beauty with large, round eyes.
Contrary to the worries of many parents, Julia proved to be very confident, bright, and quickly adapted to her new environment. The actress said her daughter cooperated well with the teachers and was proactive in her eating habits. After divorcing and having a son, Nhat Kim Anh decided to become a single mother for the second time and focus on her business and taking care of her young child.
Ho Ngoc Ha: Investing in education and the challenge of preserving the Vietnamese language.
In 2022, Ho Ngoc Ha enrolled her twins, Lisa and Leon, in a prestigious international preschool in Ho Chi Minh City when they were just 18 months old. The family invested a significant amount in their education, with estimated tuition fees reaching up to 700 million VND per year for both children at their current international school.
Despite being exposed to English from a young age, Ho Ngoc Ha places great emphasis on teaching Vietnamese to her children. She frequently acts as a "tutor" at home, helping Lisa and Leon learn their mother tongue, even during trips. In addition, the twins participate in many extracurricular and sports classes to promote their holistic development.
Dong Nhi and her method of accompanying her child on their first day of school.
Dong Nhi and Ong Cao Thang's family also introduced their first daughter, Winnie, to school when she was 20 months old. The couple chose a reputable international preschool in Ho Chi Minh City. On her first day, Winnie couldn't hide her sadness and burst into tears at having to leave her parents.
To help their child stabilize emotionally, Dong Nhi and her husband decided to stay at school and play with their child during the first few days of classes. They helped their child get acquainted with the teachers and classmates before gradually withdrawing so the child wouldn't feel left out. This method is highly regarded by many psychologists, helping children adapt more easily during this important transition period.
