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British Curriculum International Schools in Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Compare 38 British Curriculum international schools in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Filter by curriculum, fees (average KHR 29,384,718), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
38
Curricula
21
Average annual fee
KHR 29,384,718
Fee range
KHR 4,100 – 112,858,564
More school facts
Most common curriculum
Cambridge IGCSE (26 schools)
Average school size
663 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Zhong Ying International School - Krong Takhmau Campus
Oldest
First International Cambodian-American School (FICAS) (1994)
With boarding
2
About international schools in Phnom Penh, Cambodia

British-curriculum international schools in Phnom Penh typically deliver programmes based on the National Curriculum for England - often packaged as the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) in younger years, moving onto Cambridge IGCSEs and A-Level or Cambridge post-16 options where a full secondary phase is offered. Instruction is English-medium, with Khmer language and culture taught to meet Cambodian Ministry expectations and additional modern languages such as Mandarin or French commonly available as options. Annual tuition varies widely by school and year group, with lower-cost British-style providers charging in the low thousands of US dollars for primary and larger international campuses charging considerably more for upper secondary; parents should budget separately for one-off enrolment or capital fees, transport and extracurricular costs. Admissions normally follow an academic year that begins in the northern-hemisphere autumn with a main intake in August/September and some schools offering January or rolling entry; check each school for exact term dates, places and open-day schedules.

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FAQs for Cambodia

What does a “British curriculum” education in Phnom Penh actually mean for my child’s day-to-day learning?
A British curriculum school usually structures learning around key stages derived from the National Curriculum for England, with child-centred primary approaches such as the IPC and subject-based secondary programmes leading to externally assessed IGCSEs and, in many cases, A-Level or Cambridge post-16 certificates. Lessons are taught in English and emphasise literacy, numeracy and a broad range of subjects; practical, project and enquiry work is common at primary level while external exam preparation intensifies in Years 10 - 13.
What ages and qualifications are normally available at British schools in Phnom Penh?
Many British-curriculum schools cover the full range from Early Years (age 2 - 5) through primary and into secondary, with some offering a complete pathway to Year 12/13 and A-Level equivalents, while others stop at primary or middle years and require students to transfer for senior secondary. Check each school’s published age range and exam programme because not all British schools in the city offer A-Levels or a complete 11 - 18 pathway.
How much should we expect to pay and what extra costs should we budget for?
Published tuition varies substantially between providers and by year group, with examples across Phnom Penh showing lower primary fees in the low thousands of US dollars and top secondary fees reaching many thousands more annually; capital (one-off) fees, registration charges, transport, meals, uniforms and extra-curricular activities are frequently additional. Always review a school’s full fee schedule and payment terms and ask whether fee figures include assessment, exam or activity costs so you can compare total cost of attendance.
Will my child have to study Khmer at a British international school in Phnom Penh?
Cambodian education policy requires that Khmer language and culture be taught in schools, and many international schools in Phnom Penh include Khmer as a compulsory subject for Cambodian nationals and often for other students as well. Schools typically offer Khmer classes alongside English instruction and may also provide additional mother-tongue or language support where needed.
When should we start the application process and how do intakes work?
Start enquiries as early as possible because popular year groups can fill months in advance; the main intake aligns with the academic year that usually begins around August/September, and many schools also accept mid-year or January entrants subject to vacancies. Request the school’s current term dates, assessment and interview procedures, and ask about waiting lists, assessment-day requirements and any residency or documentation the school requires for enrolment.