On May 15, 2010, the late educator Dam Le Duc, together with dedicated colleagues and teachers from the 218 Ly Tu Trong Cultural Education Center, received the official decision from the Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee to establish Duc Tri Secondary and High School at 39/23 Bui Van Ba Street, Tan Thuan Dong Ward, District 7 (now Tan Thuan Ward).

In the 2010–2011 academic year, the school opened its first academic year with 10 classes and more than 300 students at both the lower and upper secondary levels (without Grade 11 and Grade 12 at that time).

From its earliest days, the school established the educational philosophy of “Harmony between Virtue and Knowledge.” At the same time, it gradually developed a comprehensive educational model: Virtue – Knowledge – Physical Development – Aesthetics – Life Skills.

Based on this foundation, the school implemented the “3-in-1 educational program,” which includes Moral Education, Academic Education, and Physical & Skills Development, aiming to help students develop comprehensively in character, knowledge, and personal abilities.

In 2012, with the growing trust and support from parents and students, the School Board decided to expand the scale of education by establishing Campus 2 at 724/10 Nguyen Kiem Street, Ward 4, Phu Nhuan District (now 742/10 Nguyen Kiem Street, Duc Nhuan Ward). This milestone laid an important foundation for the sustainable development of Duc Tri Secondary and High School.

Since then, the school’s two campuses have continued to expand in area. Facilities have been increasingly upgraded, with modern equipment continuously invested in to better support teaching, learning, and student activities.

In 2013, Duc Tri students participated in the National High School Graduation Examination for the first time and achieved a 100% graduation rate. This excellent result has been consistently maintained in the following academic years.

Duc Tri is also one of the pioneering schools in Ho Chi Minh City to introduce talent clubs from its early years, aiming to nurture students’ talents while developing essential life skills. In addition, the school places strong emphasis on Youth Union and Youth Team activities, creating a dynamic, creative, and humane environment for students to grow and develop.

To keep pace with the Industry 4.0 era, the school established a Research and Development Department (R&D) in 2017. The department consists of enthusiastic young teachers, along with specialists in graphic design, filmmaking, and software development.

The R&D department has developed a variety of educational products, including basic science experiment kits for students, animated science films, school-wide science festivals, and scientific research projects.

In 2018, the department launched DTSTUDY (www.dtstudy.vn), an online learning and examination management platform designed to provide students with a flexible and accessible digital learning environment, supported by modern servers located at Campus 2.

In addition, Duc Tri has produced numerous animated science videos and educational lessons, creating a rich learning resource for students to study and review at home.
The school’s online video channel can be accessed at:
https://www.youtube.com/c/dtstudy

Duc Tri Secondary and High School is one of the few private schools in Ho Chi Minh City that possesses a team of experienced and dedicated teachers and staff, along with well-structured educational programs, advanced teaching and learning conditions, and modern facilities and equipment, while maintaining reasonable and affordable tuition fees.

Throughout its development, the school has nurtured many outstanding generations of students who excel in both character and knowledge. Many students have achieved excellent results in district, city, and national competitions in academics, sports, and the arts.

Duc Tri students have been admitted to many prestigious universities in Vietnam and around the world. Many alumni have become doctors, engineers, nurses, teachers, specialists, and professionals in various fields, making meaningful contributions to society.

The school’s contributions to education have been widely recognized by authorities, receiving numerous honors such as the City Emulation Flag, Certificates of Merit from the Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee, and many consecutive years of being awarded titles such as Outstanding Labor Collective, Excellent Party Cell, Strong Trade Union, Strong Youth Union, as well as educational quality accreditation.

Starting in 2025, after 15 years of development marked by dedication and perseverance, Duc Tri Secondary and High School enters a new chapter of stronger and more confident growth. Building upon the educational philosophy of “Virtue and Knowledge in Harmony,” the school continues to broaden its vision by integrating intellectual development, modern technology, and the cultivation of students’ inner values.

Alongside embracing technological advancements and integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into teaching and learning, the school places special emphasis on character education and the development of students’ inner life through moral education classes, life-skills programs, and inspirational activities.

At the same time, Duc Tri continues to spread compassion through social and charitable initiatives, notably the Dam Le Duc Charity Program, which carries forward the humanitarian spirit initiated by the late educator Dam Le Duc. Activities such as building charity houses, supporting disadvantaged families, and providing gifts to underprivileged students not only help communities in need but also nurture students’ compassion and sense of social responsibility.

In this new stage of development, Duc Tri aims to build an educational environment that is modern, humane, and inspiring, where students can develop intellectually, morally, and spiritually, preparing them to confidently step into the future.