International Curriculum International Schools in Cambodia
Compare 18 International Curriculum international schools in Cambodia. Filter by curriculum, fees (average KHR 18,629,095), location, and more to find the right international school now.
IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum) (16 schools)
Average school size
838 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Zhong Ying International School - Krong Takhmau Campus
Oldest
Southbridge International School Cambodia (2000)
With boarding
1
About international schools in Cambodia
International-curriculum schools in Cambodia are concentrated mainly in Phnom Penh with smaller international options in cities such as Siem Reap, and typically offer British (Cambridge/IGCSE and A-Level), International Baccalaureate (PYP/MYP/DP) and American-style programmes, alongside a handful of French and Australian pathways; English is the principal language of instruction while many schools also teach Khmer and provide bilingual or French-language options. Annual tuition varies widely by curriculum and school tier: many mid-range schools publish fees in the US dollar band of roughly a few thousand to the mid-single thousands per year, while fully established IB or premium international schools can charge several times that; most schools also levy one-off enrolment or capital fees plus charges for transport, meals and external exam entries. The school year commonly runs from August/September to May/June and many international schools use rolling admissions, so families usually begin applications as soon as a move is decided; schools invoice in US dollars and some maintain nationality or proportion limits for Cambodian students, so checking capacity and admission requirements early is important.
Which international curricula are commonly available in Cambodia and how do they differ?
British-curriculum schools generally follow the English national framework leading to Cambridge IGCSEs and A-Levels, which are subject-based public examinations; IB schools offer the PYP, MYP and Diploma as an articulated international programme emphasising inquiry and global recognition for university entry; American-style schools typically offer a US high-school diploma and may include Advanced Placement (AP) options. Many schools mix elements (for example British primary with IB or A-Level pathways in secondary) so parents should check individual school programme maps and external examination options.
How much should we budget for international school fees in Cambodia?
Fees vary from lower-cost international or mission schools charging a few thousand US dollars a year up to premium international schools charging in the mid-to-high five-figure range per annum for older year groups; median all-in costs reported for Phnom Penh fall in the mid-thousands of US dollars, with hidden costs (capital/enrolment fees, transport, meals, exam charges and materials) typically adding a significant percentage to headline tuition. Schools publish fees in US dollars and many list a one-off capital or enrolment fee and separate charges for assessments and external examinations, so factor those into first-year budgeting.
When should we apply and what is the admissions rhythm?
Most international schools in Cambodia operate rolling admissions rather than a single fixed intake, so it is common to apply as soon as you know your move date; the academic year in many schools starts around August or September and runs through to May or June. Schools will often accept remote applications and provide assessments or interviews before arrival, but popular year groups can have waiting lists, so begin enquiries early and ask about provisional placements and documentation required for visa or residency processing.
What language support and bilingual options should we expect?
English is the primary medium of instruction at most international schools, while French-language schools and bilingual programmes are available at some campuses; Khmer is commonly taught as a language subject and many schools offer English as an additional language (EAL/EALD) support for learners joining from non-English backgrounds. If maintaining home-language learning or preparing for Cambodian schooling later is important, check each school’s Khmer and mother-tongue provision and the level of EAL support offered.
What practical checks should relocating families make before enrolling?
Confirm the school’s accreditation and the specific curriculum and external examinations offered, verify the full cost breakdown including any capital, assessment and exam fees, and ask about class sizes, safeguarding policies and available learning-support services. Also check admission capacity and any nationality restrictions, the school calendar and transport options, and whether report lines for visas or residency require specific documentation from the school.
