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Affordable International Schools in Cambodia

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About international schools in Cambodia

Affordable international schools in Cambodia tend to be a mixed market of Cambodian-owned bilingual schools and smaller international campuses alongside a few higher-cost IB and foreign-chain options, with most schools concentrated in Phnom Penh and a smaller selection in cities such as Siem Reap. English is the dominant medium of instruction, but many affordable schools blend the Khmer national curriculum or offer dual Khmer/English programmes, and there are also French- and other language-specific schools serving expatriate communities. Fees are published in US dollars and, at the more affordable end, annual tuition commonly falls in the low-thousands of US dollars rather than the mid-five-figure sums charged by premium international campuses; families should also budget for one-off enrolment or capital levies, transport and activity costs. Admissions usually follow the local school year with the main intake in August/September and occasional mid-year entry points; most schools require an application, basic assessment or interview and standard documents such as passport, previous school reports and immunisation records.

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At a glance 5 schools · avg fee KHR 4,764
Schools listed
5
Curricula
12
Average annual fee
KHR 4,764
Fee range
KHR 1,190 – 7,270
Most common curriculum
Cambridge (Primary) (4 schools)
Average school size
500 pupils
Largest by enrolment
East-West International School
Oldest
École Française de Siem Reap (EFSR) (2003)

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FAQs for Cambodia

What curricula do “affordable” international schools in Cambodia typically follow?
Affordable international schools commonly follow British (Cambridge/IGCSE), American-style, Australian or blended international curricula and many combine these with the Khmer national curriculum so local certification is possible. A handful offer full IB programmes but the full IB continuum is more often found at higher-fee schools; bilingual schools frequently use international frameworks for core subjects while teaching Khmer language and local studies alongside.
How much should we expect to pay at the lower-cost end of the market?
At the more affordable end, annual tuition is often in the low thousands of US dollars rather than the mid-to-high five-figure ranges seen at premium international campuses, although published fees vary by school, year group and whether extras (transport, lunches, capital fees) are included. Expect headline tuition to be supplemented by one-off enrolment or capital levies and by recurring extras such as school buses and exam fees, which can add a significant percentage to the headline price.
When should we apply and what does the admissions process usually involve?
The principal intake for most international schools in Cambodia is at the start of the academic year (typically August/September), with some schools offering additional January or rolling intakes where capacity allows. Admissions normally involve submitting an application form and documents (passport, previous reports, immunisation record), a school interview or informal assessment and payment of an application or deposit once a place is offered.
Is instruction always in English, and can children learn Khmer at school?
English is the dominant language of instruction at international schools, but many affordable schools include Khmer language and social studies to meet national requirements or to support bicultural families. There are also French-language and other community schools in Cambodia, and some schools run explicit bilingual streams so students can maintain or develop Khmer while following an international programme.
What practical checks should a relocating family do when considering an affordable international school?
Check which curriculum and external accreditation the school holds, how it recognises or integrates the Khmer national curriculum if you need local matriculation, staff qualifications and turnover, and the full list of fees beyond headline tuition (capital/enrolment levies, transport, materials, uniforms and exam fees). Also visit the campus if possible to review safeguarding procedures, class sizes and language support for non-native English speakers, and ask for sample reports or references from current parents where available.