EDUCATION PROGRAM AT MAISON CHANCE
Throughout human history, education has always been a guiding light — the key that opens the door to a better future. Not everyone is given an equal start in life. Many vulnerable children are left on the margins, deprived of the opportunity to learn. Poverty, illness, and difficult family circumstances often steal away their right to attend school. When the struggle for daily survival outweighs the need for a classroom, when frail legs cannot keep pace with their peers, these children are forced to remain outside the very place that should belong to them.
Maison Chance was created to continue the unfinished dreams of these children. With compassion and invaluable support from benefactors and the broader community, it has become a school of hope. Here, we provide a comprehensive, nurturing, and completely free education program for disadvantaged children, people with disabilities who have never been to school, or individuals who are beyond the age accepted by public schools.
Beyond academic knowledge, our students learn life skills, communication, teamwork, and most importantly, learn to believe in their own worth.
KINDERGARTEN AND PRIMARY SCHOOLS
The education system at Maison Chance is designed to provide learning opportunities for children who are often unable to access public schools — including those from disadvantaged families in the surrounding communities, children without birth certificates, or children who are over the usual school-entry age.
Maison Chance currently operates two primary schools, one in Ho Chi Minh City and another in Lam Dong Province. Students follow the official curriculum of the Ministry of Education and Training. After completing Grade 5, they can continue their studies at local public schools within the city or in their hometowns.
To reduce dropout rates caused by financial hardship, Maison Chance covers many expenses that families cannot afford: school fees, uniforms, textbooks, and learning materials. Students also receive daily meals, basic medical support, and regular health check-ups. These forms of assistance allow children to pursue their studies consistently while easing the financial burden on their families.
In addition, a nursery class in Ho Chi Minh City is available for the children of members with disabilities. With only a symbolic tuition fee, the nursery offers a practical solution that supports early childhood development while easing childcare challenges for families within the disabled community.
SPECIALIZED CLASSES
For children with intellectual or physical disabilities, accessing education involves much more than simply being present in a classroom. Many face challenges in communication, mobility, concentration, and social interaction, all of which are crucial for future integration into the community.
To address these needs, Maison Chance provides specialized classes designed specifically for children requiring tailored support. The program focuses on developing essential life skills, improving motor abilities, enhancing cognitive functions, and strengthening social interaction.
Children who show good progress, demonstrate adequate learning abilities, and build the necessary social skills may eventually be considered for transfer to inclusive primary classes, where they can continue their education within the standard curriculum.
SUPPLEMENTARY SUBJECTS
The curriculum at Maison Chance goes beyond providing basic academic knowledge. We have developed a comprehensive system of enrichment subjects that equip students with essential skills for modern life.
Children learn computer skills to become familiar with technology, foreign languages to expand their communication abilities, and music to nurture emotional development. They also participate in sports or swimming to improve their health and motor skills.
Notably, those with a passion or talent can join circus classes three times a week. Circus training not only strengthens physical fitness, focus, and coordination but also provides a joyful, confidence-building experience, and even opens potential pathways for future career opportunities.
These enrichment programs are not designed to create academic pressure, but rather to provide students with more choices, more joy, and a healthy balance between knowledge, skills, and emotional well-being — building a strong foundation for them to step confidently into the future.
HIGHER EDUCATION
To ensure that financial hardship does not stand in the way of learning, Maison Chance provides opportunities for students to continue their studies through secondary school and university. Outstanding students receive scholarships and financial assistance, allowing them to pursue their education without the burden of tuition or related expenses.
Continuing to higher levels of education opens the door for students to follow their dream careers, improve their future income, and support their families — gradually breaking the cycle of poverty. This is how Maison Chance empowers students not only with knowledge, but also with the foundation for a sustainable future and the confidence to integrate fully into society.