A love for English at a happy school.

Upon entering Phuong Hoang High School for Gifted Students, anyone would be drawn to the posters featuring meaningful quotes about learning and self-improvement.philosophyeducationA philosophy of life is inscribed throughout the corridors. All of these quotes are printed in both Vietnamese and English. This orientation stems from a concern to train a generation of young people who are integrated and confident.use Englishas a second language for the school's leadership.

Students at Phuong Hoang High School are very confident when communicating and giving presentations in English. (Photo courtesy of the school)

To realize that aspiration, Phuong Hoang High School has invested in and prepared for its students a modern infrastructure and teaching methods.advancedand an excellent teaching staff. All teachers at the school, regardless of the subject they teach, in addition to having a strong professional background, must also ensure...English platformGood. Explaining this, Ms. Nguyen Thi Duyen - the school's Vice Principal - said:"Most of the school's activities and events are conducted in English, many of the instructors are foreigners, and there is a significant amount of up-to-date professional material from developed countries."Exchange and cooperation activities take place regularly.Therefore, the school's teachers needHaveEnglish proficiencyGoodto ensure job requirements are metCurrently, most teachers have reached the required level of proficiency.B2 according to the European Framework of Reference.

The leadership and teaching staff of Phuong Hoang High-Quality High School. Photo provided by the school.

The school's English department currently has 12 teachers, all young, dynamic, creative, and dedicated to their profession; among them are foreign teachers with pedagogical certificates, international English teaching certificates, and teaching experience in Vietnam. In line with the school's direction, one of the most important qualities that English teachers at Phuong Hoang High School need to possess is proactiveness, creativity, and flexibility. Ms. Nguyen Thi Thu Hien, Head of the English Department, shared:"We understand that, in addition to imparting knowledge, we are also the ones who inspire our students to learn English. Inspiration only comes when teachers put their heart and soul into their lessons, show love for their students, and constantly innovate their teaching methods."

With a team of high-quality teachers, Phuong Hoang High School is able to implement an English teaching and learning program with unique and superior features.

The main English program closely follows the Ministry of Education and Training's reformed curriculum framework while also incorporating the school's own enhanced program. Students begin learning English in grade 1 and study English every day (8-10 lessons per week). Advanced content is designed in each lesson to suit individual student needs, establishing language, science, and math skills comparable to international curricula. This not only provides students with foundational knowledge but also familiarizes them with test-taking skills.international English certificateIt also optimizes the cost of investing in a child's education for both parents and the school.

Teaching English to students through pictures. (Photo credit)

Furthermore, students at Phuong Hoang High School for the Gifted also have weekly English lessons with native English-speaking teachers to improve their listening and speaking skills, develop the habit of using English as a communication tool, and overcome shyness when speaking English.

By integrating English with a reading culture, the school has equipped its library with numerous bilingual Vietnamese-English books and stories for students to freely explore the treasure trove of knowledge. Or, simply, students listen to English songs and stories during lunchtime before nap time at school... to increase their vocabulary, sense intonation, and practice pronunciation. Through these natural methods, English has not only become a subject but has also become close to and integrated into school life, becoming a favorite subject for every student at Phuong Hoang High School.

A lively atmosphere during an English-language math lesson in class 4A1. (School archive photo)

Pioneering innovation, for many years, Phuong Hoang High School has implemented English teaching and learning based on the STEAM educational approach, integrating English with mathematics, science, art, music, and life skills to foster creative thinking and the ability to apply English in real life. Teaching English through mathematics and science is a direction the school has been focusing on. Attending an English math lesson in the elementary school, anyone would want to join in the lively and exciting atmosphere. The dry shapes, calculations, and numbers become more vibrant through English intonation, cheerful songs, and bright pictures. Although English is the only language used in the entire math lesson, the children are very proactive in asking questions, volunteering to answer, and participating in games with great confidence and enthusiasm.

The application of information technology is also a teaching method that the school regularly implements."Recent,IT teamPhoenix has successfully designed the E-Phoenix application..This "learn through play, play through learning" app is atcold mansupportvery positivefor theteachingEnglish in schools,online teaching,helppupilmore interested in learning,"Using what you've learned fluently and naturally, improving your reflexes, expanding your vocabulary, and boosting your confidence..."- Ms. Thu Hien, Head of the English Department, stated.

Students at Phuong Hoang High School for Gifted Students have the opportunity to participate in many events and organize various extracurricular activities to develop their soft skills. (Photo courtesy of the school)

In addition to the regular curriculum, Phuong Hoang High School regularly organizes creative English-related experiential activities. Monthly themed meetings of the English Phoenix Club, competitions, events on major holidays, field trips, summer programs... not only foster a love for English among young people but also provide ideal opportunities for them to express themselves, explore their potential, and develop essential life skills. Specifically for the middle and high school levels, Phuong Hoang High School students have been able to independently organize school-wide English events such as Halloween, Christmas, Happy New Year, etc. The success of these programs bearing the "made by Phuong Hoang" mark has contributed to building the school's brand.a young generationConfident, independent.

Furthermore, in line with Phoenix's commitment to teaching English anytime, anywhere, parents have consistently collaborated with the school to create a positive learning environment for their children, extending beyond the school grounds. This includes participating in English-speaking groups and activities within the city community, allowing children to interact and learn from peers around the world who use English as their global language.

Awarding prizes to students at the Amazing Voice 2021 competition. (Photo courtesy of the school)

In particular, in the 2019-2020 school year, the first graduating class of Phuong Hoang High School had 13 students admitted to the specialized English classes at Phan Boi Chau High School for the Gifted and Vinh University High School for the Gifted. Most recently, Nguyen Khanh Chi (7A1) excellently won first prize in the TOEFL Junior international English competition in Nghe An in the 2020-2021 school year with a perfect score of 900/900. Currently, Khanh Chi is actively preparing for the National Finals of the competition, which will take place in Hanoi in June. Khanh Chi shared:"I really enjoy learning English, and the school's activities have given me opportunities to use and practice this language. During the recent exam, the teachers diligently reviewed the material and encouraged me. In the recent exam, the teachers wholeheartedly reviewed the knowledge and provided encouragement."spirit"I love you so much."

More than just achievements and awards, the most important thing is that Phuong Hoang High School has created a positive environment for students to learn and use English fluently in their daily lives. Visiting the school and striking up a conversation with any student in English, they can all respond in English. The complexity and richness of their vocabulary vary depending on each student's ability, but the common thread is that they all react very confidently and quickly. We can also easily find groups of friends of the same age enthusiastically chatting in English with a natural accent like native speakers.

English class is one of the most popular classes among students at Phuong Hoang High School for Gifted Students. Photo: Diep Thanh

Beyond simply using English as a communication tool, students, especially those in higher grades, also apply it to build and present learning projects, both individually and in teams. Some issues that receive significant attention from young people include school violence, environmental pollution, and career guidance. These English-language learning projects not only help students reflect seriously on themselves and the world around them, but also cultivate critical thinking and essential skills for the modern era, including English proficiency.global language.

Phoenix High-Quality School is a school offering education from primary to high school. The school's goal is to create an educational environment where students develop comprehensively and harmoniously in terms of physical and mental well-being, perfecting their character and intellect; enabling them to be independent, think positively, apply their knowledge to life, choose suitable careers, adapt to changing circumstances, and become good, global citizens. The core values ​​that Phoenix strives for are: Love – Responsibility – Respect – Unity – Creativity – Independence.