Current status of school culture building in primary schools within the Vinschool education system in Ho Chi Minh City
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The article presents the research findings on the current state of school culture building at primary schools within the Vinschool education system in Ho Chi Minh City, applying the lens of four management functions. The study aims to assess the status of school culture development in these primary schools. It employs a mixed-methods approach, including a five-point Likert scale survey, in-depth interviews, and field observations. The survey participants consist of school administrators and teachers. Data analysis indicates that school culture among the surveyed institutions has been established on a solid foundation of facilities, educational environments, core values, and stakeholder collaboration. However, certain limitations remain in internal communication, extracurricular activities, and community engagement mechanisms.
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Current status, Ho Chi Minh City, primary school, school culture, Vinschool.
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