American Global Prep School vs TIA International School of Phnom Penh

	A American Global Prep School Phnom Penh, Cambodia	T TIA International School of Phnom Penh Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year KHR 18,765,929 - 33,201,259	Fees / year KHR 16,895,936 - 23,332,484
Age range	Age range 2½ - 18 years	Age range 1½ - 17 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary)	Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size 15	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English, Khmer	Instruction language English, Mandarin
Opened	Opened 2016	Opened —
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location American Global Prep School's Phnom Penh campus is in Phnom Penh Thmey, Khan Sen Sok, listed as #615 Street 1015, Phnom Penh, Cambodia. The school website includes English, Khmer and Korean contact numbers for directions and enrolment enquiries. For precise driving directions or public-transport options contact the school directly.	Location TIA is located in Khan MeanChey, Phnom Penh — Lot No 25, 60m Street, Prek Tarong Village, Sangkat Chak Angrae Krom (Phnom Penh 120602). The school website also notes a shuttle pick‑up point on St. Preah Monivong Boulevard (Master Gold), which provides a direct link for families coming from central Chamkarmon areas.
Stages	Stages AGPS is an all-through school: Preschool (Nursery, Kindergarten 1–2), Elementary (Grades 1–6), and Middle & High School (Grades 7–12). Individual program pages describe age bands and sample daily activities.	Stages TIA accepts children from about 2.5 years old up to Grade 12. The school groups pupils into Kindergarten (pre‑school / pre‑K / K), Elementary (Grades 1–6), Middle (Grades 7–8) and High School (Grades 9–12).
School type	School type AGPS is a private day school registered with the Cambodian Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports and the Ministry of Commerce. It teaches a dual curriculum (an International General Education Program alongside the Khmer public curriculum). The school do not advertise any boarding provision.	School type TIA is presented as an international day school offering an international curriculum; its materials show a partnership with North Texas Academy (Plano, Texas) and Cambodian Ministry of Education accreditation. The school's public materials do not describe any boarding provision.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support The school provides dedicated support for students with special learning needs, offering both inclusive support (teacher assistant and personal assistant in class) and an ‘exclusive' option (one-to-one work in a separate room with a SPED teacher), and access to an educational psychologist is included. Parents with specific requirements should contact the school to discuss assessments, individual plans and current on-site resources.	Additional learning support Admission materials state the school considers students with special educational needs case‑by‑case: individual interviews are required and the school requests a recent Educational Psychologist's report; the admissions page also notes the school's small class sizes and ability to provide extra support as needed.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation AGPS is a Cambodian private school registered with the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports. It operates an American-style international curriculum and promotes preparation for study in U.S. universities but is not presented as formally affiliated to another country's government.	Country affiliation TIA lists a partnership with North Texas Academy (an accredited U.S. homeschool in Plano, Texas) and is also accredited by the Cambodian Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation The school does not have any religious affiliation or faith-based programme.	Religious affiliation The school's official materials and handbook do not indicate any religious affiliation; its mission and values are presented in secular terms.
School day structure	School day structure The school states AGPS runs a full‑day schedule and notes a 12‑month school calendar and 230 school days per year.	School day structure The parents' handbook gives a class schedule: Morning session 08:00–11:00, Afternoon session 12:00–16:00, Full‑time 08:00–16:00. Gate times are specified (e.g. gates open 07:15 and close 08:15 for arrival; morning pickup 11:00–11:30; afternoon pickup gate 16:00–16:30); students arriving after 08:00 are recorded as late and the handbook sets a latest pick‑up expectation (by 17:00) with a late‑pickup charge.
Bus service details	Bus service details AGPS operates a school bus service and also offer supervised before/after care. If you need school transport for relocation planning, contact the school to confirm available routes, pick‑up/drop‑off points, costs and any age limits or registration requirements.	Bus service details The school provides a shuttle service; the contact/enrollment page lists a pickup on St. Preah Monivong Blvd (Master Gold) with the bus leaving at 07:30 and a note that parents must collect children at Master Gold by 17:00. The page also gives local contact numbers for shuttle enquiries.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application / Registration Fees - Registration: KHR 200490. Tuition fees by year group (published annual totals and per-term amounts) - Kindergarten 1–3 (Ages 3–5): Annual: KHR 18,765,929. Per quarter (calculated): KHR 4,757,510. - Grade 1–3 (Ages 6–8): Annual: KHR 21,652,995. Per quarter (calculated): KHR 5,481,698. - Grade 4–6 (Ages 9–11): Annual: KHR 23,577,706. Per quarter (calculated): KHR 5,964,490. - Grade 7–9 (Ages 12–14): Annual: KHR 28,389,483. Per quarter (calculated): KHR 7,171,469. - Grade 10–12 (Ages 15–17): Annual: KHR 33,201,259. Per quarter (calculated): KHR 8,378,448. Note: the school's published figures are given as annual totals; the per-term amounts shown above are calculated by dividing the published annual fee by four because the school's fees policy refers to payment by quarter. This per-quarter breakdown is an inference based on the school's published billing terminology. Billing schedule and payment terms - Payments must be made by the due dates stated by the school; all outstanding balances must be settled before report cards or academic records are issued. - Full tuition payment is required for the quarter in which enrollment occurs; partial quarterly payments are not allowed. Late payments two weeks past due incur a 5% penalty, with an additional 1% per week on any outstanding amount thereafter. - Withdrawal requires completion of the school's standard withdrawal form and submission at least two months before the student's last day to ensure the refund policy is applied. Boarding fees (where applicable) - A boarding option is offered under the AGPS Elite / Boarding School program; the school states boarding packages include dormitory, meals, transportation between dormitory and school, one set of textbooks and two sets of uniforms. Specific numeric boarding fees are shown in the school's separate boarding fee table (not published as numeric values on the pages reviewed). Other costs and fees - Sibling discounts: second child 5%, third child 10%, fourth child or more 15%. - The AGPS Elite description notes that in some packages tuition includes one set of textbooks and two sets of uniforms; other campuses/packages may list uniforms, books, exam or activity charges separately. Specific uniform or book charges are not listed as standalone numeric items on the published pages reviewed. Refund information - Refunds on paid tuition are granted at 90% value only for full quarters not attended (for students leaving during the school year) and all refunds are subject to a 10% transaction fee. Fee payment options - Accepted methods: cash (to the school accountant), bank transfer to the school's bank account, or US-dollar check drawn on a bank. Transferring party is responsible for bank transfer charges; the school does not accept payments from sanctioned accounts/territories. Any fraudulent cash notes must be replaced by the payer. (Amounts above are taken from the school's published fees table and the school's tuition & fees pages; per-term figures have been calculated from the published annual totals because the school's policy references quarterly payments.)	Fee details Application / first‑time enrolment fees - Enrolment (one‑time) fee: KHR 1,993,159. - Administration (annual) fee: KHR 1,195,896. - Example total for a first‑year Nursery 1 enrolment (enrolment + admin + first year tuition): KHR 18,735,699. Tuition fees by year group (annual and per‑term estimate) - Nursery 1 (age 1): Annual KHR 16,742,540 — Per term (annual ÷ 3) KHR 5,580,847 (calculated). - Nursery 2 (age 2): Annual KHR 16,742,540 — Per term KHR 5,580,847 (calculated). - Kindergarten 1 (age 3): Annual KHR 17,141,171 — Per term KHR 5,713,724 (calculated). - Kindergarten 2 (age 4): Annual KHR 17,938,435 — Per term KHR 5,979,478 (calculated). - Kindergarten 3 (age 5): Annual KHR 18,735,699 — Per term KHR 6,245,233 (calculated). - Grade 1: Annual KHR 19,134,331 — Per term KHR 6,378,110 (calculated). - Grade 2: Annual KHR 19,134,331 — Per term KHR 6,378,110 (calculated). - Grade 3: Annual KHR 20,330,227 — Per term KHR 6,776,742 (calculated). - Grade 4: Annual KHR 20,330,227 — Per term KHR 6,776,742 (calculated). - Grade 5: Annual KHR 21,924,754 — Per term KHR 7,308,251 (calculated). - Grade 6: Annual KHR 21,924,754 — Per term KHR 7,308,251 (calculated). - Grades 7–12: Annual KHR 23,120,650 — Per term KHR 7,706,883 (calculated). All annual figures and the one‑time fees above are published values; the per‑term figures shown are simple calculations (annual ÷ 3) to provide an estimated per‑term amount where parents prefer a term comparison. Chinese class surcharge - Chinese language classes for full‑time programmes (Bilingual and International) incur an additional charge: USD 150 per term. Billing schedule and payment terms - The school states that all payments must be settled before the first day of school. Late payments are subject to a penalty of USD 5.00 per day. All fees are described as non‑transferable and non‑refundable. These terms are published on the school's fees information. Boarding fees - No boarding fees or boarding programme are published for TIA International School of Phnom Penh; no boarding charges appear in the school's fee information. Other costs / additional fees - The school's published fee items list the one‑time enrolment and annual administration charges and tuition; no detailed public line items for uniform, bus, meals, learning‑support surcharges or examination fees are shown on the published schedule. Separate optional or incidental charges (for example for extra curricular programmes) may apply but are not itemised in the published fee schedule. Refund information - The school's published statement is that all fees are non‑transferable and non‑refundable. Fee payment options - The school's public fees page does not list specific accepted payment methods. For payments and invoicing parents should contact the school's admissions/finance office (contact details published on the school site).
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement The school requires a uniform. Students wear a school sports uniform; slippers or sandals are not allowed.	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options —	Food options The school provides a School Menu.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is a private Cambodian school established in 2016 in partnership with GLOBAL EDUCATION VISION (GEV), a nonprofit organization. The school is registered with the Ministry of Education Youth and Sports (MoEYS) and the Ministry of Commerce as a private school offering a dual curricula. The Advisory Board includes Dr. Rennie Cowan, Dr. Charles Rowins, Dr. John Keffalas, Mr. Chris Shim, Mr. Phay Siphan, and Dr. Glenn C. Snyder.	Governance and ownership The school is led by a Head of School. Governance includes a Board with a Director; the Director is Annie Pagnapor Mao and a Board Member is Chumtiev Okhna Mao Pagnapor.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details AGPS operates a dual curriculum: an International General Education program patterned on the U.S. Common Core and a National Cambodian (MoEYS) basic-education curriculum; both are taught concurrently. Preschool offers Nursery (ages 2.5–4), Kindergarten 1 (4–5) and Kindergarten 2 (5–6) with Montessori-style delivery, Sing, Spell, Read and Write techniques and bilingual instruction in K2. The Elementary program is a six‑year course covering English, mathematics, science, social studies, civics and values, music, arts and physical education, with after‑school enrichment options. Middle School is vertically and horizontally scaffolded and emphasizes project/problem‑based learning across humanities, language arts, math (Pre‑Algebra and Algebra I), life and physical sciences, intensive Mandarin, arts electives, life skills and PE. High School is organized under humanities, STEM and life‑skills strands (including robotics and a problem‑based math sequence) and follows the AAAS‑recommended science sequencing (physics in Grade 9, chemistry in Grade 10, biology in Grade 11 with senior electives). Khmer‑program students follow MoEYS requirements and sit national examinations at Grade 6, Grade 9 and Grade 12; the school website describes the international program as Common Core–based but does not list a specific external international credential such as IB or AP.	Curriculum details TIA International School of Phnom Penh delivers bilingual/international education from early years through Grade 12, with admissions listing programmes from 18 months (nursery) up to Grade 12. Early years include Nursery/Pre‑school/Pre‑kindergarten and Kindergarten; Primary covers Grades 1–6, Middle School Grades 7–8, and High School Grades 9–12 as shown on the school's overview. Instruction combines English‑medium core teaching with Khmer language provision and an added Chinese class offered across full‑time programmes. Third‑party listings and the school's materials describe the upper secondary pathway as Cambridge‑aligned, preparing students for Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge International AS/A‑Level style qualifications in the senior years. The full scope of the curriculum includes academic subjects (English, maths, science, social studies), Khmer and Chinese language programmes, and campus facilities supporting arts, labs, sports and extracurricular activities.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression —
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning AGPS describes structured opportunities for student leadership and teamwork through its elected Student Government and leadership programmes, which the site presents as part of students' wider learning experience. The school's stated learning outcomes emphasise teamwork, clear communication, personal accountability and ethical behaviour as school‑wide goals. Classroom guidance in the published class rules also directs teachers to attend to individual students' backgrounds and to build positive student–teacher relationships. The school highlights arts, public speaking and extracurricular activities (clubs and community service) as regular parts of student life that reinforce social and practical skills.	Social & emotional learning TIA states a whole-child approach that supports students' intellectual, emotional, social and physical development on its “About Us” page. The school's Campus Life materials describe a “Healthy Body, Healthy Mind” approach and list sports and cultural activities intended to build teamwork and resilience. Small class sizes are noted in the admissions information, which the school says enables extra support and more personalised attention. The site also lists additional support staff such as teaching assistants, a counsellor and student assistants who contribute to day-to-day pastoral care. These statements are published on the school website.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The AGPS does not publish a specific special educational needs (SEN) policy or list of SEN services on its public pages.	Special educational needs (SEN) The admissions page states that decisions about applicants with special educational needs are made by the Director and the pedagogical team and that the school will request a recent Educational Psychologist's report for students with identified needs. The same page notes the school can provide extra support as needed and refers to small class sizes as a factor that allows accommodation. Admissions for students with SEN require an individual interview and consideration of the school's ability to meet the student's needs. The website lists specialist support staff such as a speech pathologist and student assistants but does not list a named specialist SEN unit. The school does not present itself on its website as a specialist SEN institution and does not specify the exact types of SEN it will or will not support.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language AGPS advertises an intensive English / ESL programme and multiple references on the site note substantial English-language instruction (including an “Intensive English Program” and “Intensive ESL Classes”) and language‑based placement considerations. The school states a strong ESL program, after‑school ESL classes and teacher training for second‑language learners. Placement may depend on language proficiency.	English as an additional language The school does not publicly disclose information regarding EAL.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing AGPS's public pages refer to personal and college counselling services and state the school has counsellors who assist students with personal issues and college guidance. The site also links wellbeing to physical education and athletics, describing athletics programmes aimed at fitness, nutrition and overall wellness. Classroom guidance in the school rules and learning objectives emphasises caring teacher–student relationships and character development, which the school presents as part of students' holistic support. However, the school does not publish a detailed mental‑health policy or named mental‑health specialists beyond general counselling references.	Mental wellbeing The school's Campus Life pages link physical activity and extracurricular engagement to mental and social wellbeing under a “Healthy Body, Healthy Mind” theme. The Child Safety and Protection Policy describes staff training, reporting procedures and a focus on creating a secure environment, which the school presents as part of student wellbeing provision. The FAQ and staff pages list a counsellor, a school nurse and a speech pathologist among personnel who support students. Admissions and small class sizes are again cited as enabling more personalised pastoral attention where needed. These elements are described on the school website.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The school's published class rules include attendance and dismissal procedures, instructions that students may not leave school without permission and requirements to report absences or tardiness, which the school presents as part of classroom safety routines. AGPS also describe on‑campus dormitory management and a campus security guard presence for boarding students, indicating operational safety measures for residential provision. The school does not publish a standalone child‑protection or safeguarding policy document on its public pages, and no named designated safeguarding lead is listed on the website. For specifics of formal safeguarding procedures or named safeguarding officers, the school should be contacted directly.	Safeguarding TIA publishes a Child Safety and Protection Policy that states a zero-tolerance position on child abuse and describes clear prevention, reporting and response procedures for concerns about a child's safety. The policy says staff undergo recruitment checks and training; the FAQ confirms staff must provide police-clearance certificates and that the school conducts reference checks. The policy covers activities on- and off-campus and emphasizes awareness, prevention and decisive action when concerns arise. The school also posts a Fire Certificate page describing compliance with national fire-safety law and staff training for rescue and firefighting. These safeguarding documents and requirements are available on the school website.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview American Global Prep School operates three campuses in Cambodia: the Main Campus in Phnom Penh, the AGPS BKK Campus, and the AGPS Borkeo Campus. The Main Campus is located at 615 Street 1015, Phnom Penh Thmey, Khan Sen Sok, Phnom Penh, Cambodia. The BKK Campus is at No 45, Street 334, Sangkat Boeng Keng Kang 1, Phnom Penh, Cambodia. The Borkeo Campus is in Mouy Village, Laminh Commune, Borkeo, Ratanakiri Province, Cambodia. The school communicates with families via multiple contact channels for these campuses.	Facilities overview TIA International School offers high-quality education with an international curriculum. The approach emphasizes 21st-century skills—critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, communication, and global citizenship—enhanced by modern facilities. The school is located in Phnom Penh at Lot No 25, 60m Street, Prek Tarong Village, Sangkat Chak Angrae Krom, Khan MeanChey, Phnom Penh 120602. The site also presents language options: English, Khmer, and Chinese.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The school offers athletics as a core part of student life, focusing on sports, fitness, nutrition, and overall wellness to support holistic development. Specific sports facilities are not listed on the site.	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities AGPS provides a dual full curricula setup with instruction aligned to international and Cambodian standards. The International General Education Program follows a US-based framework, and the Khmer Program is supervised by MoEYS. Preschool uses Montessori methods; elementary to high school use an eclectic integrated approach to learning.	Academic facilities The school provides high-quality education with an international curriculum and a holistic approach to learning.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Fine arts and music are emphasized as central avenues of creative expression alongside performing arts such as dance and theatre. The school also supports athletics and a college-counseling program as part of a well-rounded education.	Extra curricular facilities —
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History American Global Prep School (AGPS) was established on October 4, 2016 in partnership with GLOBAL EDUCATION VISION (GEV), a nonprofit organization. Registered with the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports (MoEYS) and the Ministry of Commerce as a private school, AGPS operates a dual-curricula model that includes both an international program and the Khmer public general education program. The school was created to deliver an affordable international-style education in Cambodia and to prepare students for post‑graduation challenges through a broad, holistic curriculum. AGPS was founded under the vision of Dr. Harry Hwang, who is identified on the site as headmaster and founder.	History TIA's public “About” materials identify its senior leadership (Head of School His Excellency Soviseth Thun and Director Chumtiev Okhna Mao Pagnapor) and describe the school as a privately operated international school; the site lists a Phnom Penh address and contact details. The school's pages emphasise a philosophy of holistic, 21st‑century learning and outline values and policies such as child‑safety procedures. The website and public event listings do not state a formal founding year; the school's blog and external event listings show active operations and public events in 2024–2025 and admission activity for the 2025–2026 year. If you need an exact founding date or legal ownership documents, the school's admissions or administration office can confirm those details.
Community	Community AGPS presents a multilingual learning environment with an emphasis on English proficiency and instruction in additional languages such as Spanish and Mandarin. The school publishes regular media for the community, including a weekly AGPS News Desk episode (posted Mondays, Phnom Penh time) and periodic themed media such as an AGPS K-pop News series. Community gatherings and milestone events such as the school's graduation ceremonies are posted on the site and form part of the school's public calendar of activities.	Community TIA presents an active campus with sports facilities, science labs, library and arts/music spaces and promotes a mix of athletic, cultural and academic activities on its Campus Life and News pages. The school calendar and news posts show regular community activities such as Cultural Week, field trips (for example a Grade 6 visit to the SOSORO museum), math competitions and donation drives, and an annual graduation/awards ceremony. Summer‑camp and term‑start notices are also publicly listed, indicating seasonal programmes and family‑facing events.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association The school's parent group is presented as a Parent‑Teacher‑Community Association (PTCA). The PTCA president (H.E. Siphan Phay) describes volunteering to support students and working with parents, teachers and the wider community to improve education at AGPS and beyond. The PTCA message frames the association as a forum for parents and teachers to coordinate support, volunteer efforts and community engagement around student learning and school activities. The president's message also links the PTCA's work to the school's founding vision and to broader goals of preparing students for future leadership roles. The site does not list a detailed recurring event schedule for the PTCA, but the posted message emphasizes ongoing collaboration with school leadership and community members.	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The school is a private nonprofit located in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. The Phnom Penh campus addresses this location as 615 Street 1015, Phnom Penh Thmey, Khan Sen Sok, Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Enrollment for 2025–2026 is open. The school serves Preschool through Grade 12 and was established on October 4, 2016 in partnership with GLOBAL EDUCATION VISION (GEV). It is registered with the Ministry of Education Youth and Sports (MoEYS) and the Ministry of Commerce as a private school.	Academic & intellectual The campus features state-of-the-art classrooms equipped with the latest technology. Dedicated science labs, a well-stocked library, and modern arts and music rooms support interactive and engaging lessons. The school emphasizes 21st-century skills including critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, communication, and global citizenship. English, Khmer, and Chinese curricula are delivered by specialized faculty to support language development across grade levels.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative The school provides a comprehensive music and arts program, with activities in music, drawing, dance, and drama as part of student life.	Arts & creative The campus includes modern arts and music rooms to support creative pursuits. An Arts and Music Teacher leads these subjects, contributing to a program that encourages creative work and performance. The program emphasizes visual arts, music, and related creative activities and provides opportunities for students to showcase work.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language The school offers a bilingual, dual-curriculum program: International General Education and Khmer Public General Education. It supports language study in English, Spanish and Mandarin Chinese. Students may enter the program at any point, with placement influenced by proficiency in languages, mathematics, and sciences.	Cultural & language The school offers English Curriculum, Khmer Curriculum, and Chinese Curriculum. A diverse faculty delivers these language curricula, with dedicated teachers for each track. This multi-language structure supports language development across early years to high school.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies The school emphasizes a holistic education that includes athletics, arts, and community engagement as part of student life.	Social & hobbies The school offers a robust sports program with basketball, football, badminton, and volleyball, supported by facilities such as an outdoor mini-football field, playground, and a sports arena. Students can participate in cultural activities such as Taekwondo and music. The campus provides gathering spaces and vibrant communal zones to foster collaboration and social interaction. The program promotes teamwork, resilience, and leadership through extracurricular activities.
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Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional The school operates a college counseling program with professional counselors who help students prepare for higher education, beginning in the ninth grade. The program focuses on aligning student interests with university strengths and opportunities.	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing The school provides an Intensive English Program and emphasizes fitness, wellness, and personal development as part of its student experience.	Lifestyle & wellbeing The school promotes holistic well-being with a Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Happy Life philosophy. Sports facilities support physical health and teamwork, and the campus includes gathering spaces that nurture student social connections. The environment is designed to be safe and inclusive, enabling students to reach their highest potential.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision English, Spanish and Mandarin Chinese are taught at AGPS. The Khmer Program provides Khmer language instruction (writing, dictation, grammar, recitation, and reading) and follows the Cambodian national curriculum supervised by MoEYS. AGPS uses dual curricula: the International English curriculum is taught by licensed foreign teachers and the Khmer curriculum is taught by Cambodian teachers certified by the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports.	Language provision The school offers English Curriculum, Khmer Curriculum, and Chinese Curriculum. English Curriculum is taught by English-language teachers across Preschool through High School. Khmer Curriculum is taught by Khmer teachers. Chinese Curriculum is taught by Chinese teachers.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The school offers bilingual education through its dual curricula: the International English curriculum and the Khmer curriculum.	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards No school-level awards are listed on the AGPS public website.	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations • Registered with the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports (MoEYS): The Cambodian government ministry that licenses and supervises schools; this indicates AGPS is formally recognized to operate as an educational institution in Cambodia and that its Khmer-programme is under MoEYS oversight. • Registered with the Ministry of Commerce (Kingdom of Cambodia): The national authority for business and non‑profit registration. This registration indicates AGPS's legal recognition as a private organisation permitted to operate (including as a private school) in Cambodia.	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Contact Admissions & Visit the School: Contact the Admissions Office to ask questions and schedule a campus visit or tour. Confirm the campus, language track (English/Khmer), and whether you are applying for day school or boarding. Collect the registration form and the latest admissions requirements. Entry at the beginning of the school year is recommended, though registration is ongoing. 2. Complete the Registration Form: Fill out the official AGPS registration form with student and parent/guardian details and previous school information. Prepare required documents such as a birth certificate, passport (for international students), school reports/transcripts, and custody documents if applicable. Indicate any special programs (ESL, boarding) to ensure correct placement and fees. 3. Submit Form & Pay Registration Fee: Submit the completed form as instructed and pay the registration (application) fee. The AGPS Elite program requires a one-time, non-refundable $500 registration fee payable on submission; confirm the fee for non-Elite programs with Admissions. Keep all payment receipts. 4. Assessment & Placement: Students may be required to sit for admission or placement assessments (English, math, or subject-based). Transfer students are placed based on prerequisites, especially for STEM subjects. Students needing English support should ask about the Intensive English Program and how assessments affect placement. 5. Admission Offer & Contract: If accepted, Admissions will issue an offer, contract, and tuition/fee schedule. Review payment deadlines, refund and late-payment policies, what tuition includes, and available sibling discounts (5% for a second child, 10% for a third or more). 6. Final Payment & Start Confirmation: Settle all required fees and submit remaining forms (medical, transport, dormitory if applicable). Confirm the student’s start date, class placement, timetable, uniform collection, and school calendar. Keep copies of all signed documents and receipts. 7. Orientation & Mid-Year Entry: Attend orientation or request orientation materials. Mid-year transfers are accepted, but beginning-of-year entry is recommended. Confirm support for missed coursework, ESL needs, and—if applicable—boarding, airport pickup, and visa-related arrangements.	Admissions 1. Initial enquiry and tour — contact admissions and request a meeting. The school says an admission consultant will respond within 24 hours after you submit the online form, so keep a copy of your submission and the meeting date you requested. (Source: TIA enrolment/online-application page). 2. Confirm age/grade eligibility and programme. Check the age cut-off for the programme you want: the school's pages show early-years entry (one page lists “2.5 years old” while another page refers to acceptances from “18 months”); because the site has slightly different phrasing on different pages, confirm the exact cut-off for the cohort and academic year with admissions before applying. Also tell admissions whether you want the bilingual or international programme and whether you expect full-time Chinese classes (there is an extra Chinese-class charge noted on the fees page). 3. Complete the online application and upload basic documents. Fill in the Student Online Application on the school website (the form asks for names, contact details, number of students applying, academic year and a meeting request date) and upload the items requested by the school. For new transfer students (elementary through Grade 12) the school specifically requests previous school report cards—have those recent transcripts/reports ready and translated if they are not in English. The enrolment portal and the downloadable “Recommendation for Admission” (available from the site) may list any additional forms; keep copies of everything you submit. 4. Assessment and entrance testing (where required). For students transferring into elementary and up through Grade 12, the school requires an entrance test to assess placement and curriculum needs; prepare your child for a short placement/diagnostic test in core areas (usually English and maths). The school also says it can accommodate a range of educational backgrounds and will provide extra support where possible, but placement testing helps the school determine required support and class placement. If your child will be assessed, ask admissions what form the test will take (paper, online, timed) and whether you should bring pencil-and-paper originals of recent work. 5. Interview with school leaders and teachers. After preliminary assessment the school schedules an interview with the Vice Principal and the relevant teacher(s) to discuss the student's academic history, learning needs and social adjustment; parents should expect to discuss previous schools, specific strengths/weaknesses and any routine or medical information that affects school life. For students with identified special educational needs, the school requires an individual interview and requests a recent Educational Psychologist's report so the Director and pedagogical team can assess whether the school can meet those needs. Bring original or certified copies of any assessments, Individual Education Plans (IEPs) or specialist reports to this meeting. 6. Offer, acceptance and contract steps. If a place is available and the school makes an offer, you will be given an offer letter and details of the fees and payment schedule; the school operates rolling admissions and admits new students throughout the year subject to class availability. The school's tuition page states that all fees are non-transferable and non-refundable, and that all payments must be settled before the first day of school; late payments incur a penalty (the site notes a $5.00 per day late fee). Read the offer and fee schedule closely — ask for a written list of what is included (tuition, admin fees, capital or other charges) and for deadlines for initial and ongoing payments. 7. Payment of fees and optional charges. When you accept a place you will be asked to pay the required enrolment/administration and tuition amounts according to the school's schedule; note that the school's page highlights an additional charge for full-time Chinese classes (USD 150 per term) and reiterates the non-refundable nature of fees. Keep receipts and confirm whether payments may be made in KHR or USD, what payment methods are accepted, and whether sibling discounts or payment plans exist (the public pages do not list discounts or a payment plan). If anything about payment timing is unclear, request written confirmation from admissions before paying. 8. Final placement, orientation and first day. Once payments and paperwork are complete the school will confirm final placement and provide start-date details; because TIA's admissions policy is rolling and places depend on class availability, final confirmation may be time-sensitive—ensure you have the confirmed start date in writing. The school's Parents' Handbook and school policies (available from the site) explain health, safety and arrival procedures—review those ahead of the first day and bring any required medical forms, medications or permissions. If you need to withdraw before the start date, check the written offer for the school's refund/withdrawal policy because fees are marked non-refundable on the school pages.
Scholarships	Scholarships AGPS states on its AGPS Elite page that it “offers scholarships to high achieving students”.	Scholarships There is no mention on TIA's publicly available admissions or tuition pages of school-wide scholarships, bursaries or an explicit financial-aid programme. The school's tuition/fees page lists payment policies and an optional Chinese-class charge but does not advertise any scholarships or fee-waiver schemes. Because some international schools handle scholarships off-line or on a case-by-case basis, if you need financial assistance or are seeking merit-based support you should contact the admissions office directly (admin@tsia.edu.kh or the phone/Telegram contacts on the site) and ask whether any limited scholarships, sibling discounts, or hardship concessions are offered and what documentation would be required. If you would like, the admissions team can confirm in writing whether any scholarship or discount options exist for the year you plan to apply.
Waitlist	Waitlist The school's public Admissions pages do not describe a formal waitlist or admissions pool.	Waitlist TIA's public admissions information does not describe a formal, published waitlist system; instead the school states it operates rolling admissions and admits students “throughout the year, based on class availability.” That language means places are offered while space exists at each grade, rather than via a clearly documented central waitlist on the website. Parents should therefore assume that if a class is full the school will keep enquiries on file and recommend contacting admissions directly to ask whether they maintain an internal waiting list or can notify families when space opens. For the clearest answer on current availability and any internal waiting/notification process, contact admissions (phone/Telegram/email) and ask whether they will place your child on an internal waiting list and how they prioritise families (date received, siblings, other factors).
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