American Pacific International School vs Paragon International School
American Pacific International School and Paragon International School are both in Phnom Penh, about 11 km apart. Both schools offer Cambridge (Primary) programmes. American Pacific International School also offers Advanced Placement (AP) and American, and Paragon International School also offers Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, British and Bespoke. Published annual fees are KHR 12,307,182 - 26,177,816 at American Pacific International School and KHR 22,077,001 - 42,929,731 at Paragon International School, which puts Paragon International School roughly 69% higher. American Pacific International School takes pupils from 2 to 18, and Paragon International School from 2 to 17. Typical class sizes are 17 at American Pacific International School and 12 at Paragon International School.
Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary)
Curriculum
Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, British Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum
Pupils
Pupils
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Pupils
1,100
Typical class size
Typical class size
17
Typical class size
12
Instruction language
Instruction language
English
Instruction language
English, Khmer
Opened
Opened
2008
Opened
1997
Bus service
Bus service
Yes
Bus service
No
Essentials
Essentials
Location
Location
APIS operates two campuses in Phnom Penh: Daun Penh (central city, near Pasteur Street / Psar Thmey 3) and Pet Loksang (Toul Kork district). Both campuses are in established neighbourhoods with road links across the city. The Daun Penh site is in the city centre while Pet Loksang sits in a more residential/suburban area of Toul Kork.
Location
Paragon International School is located in the Svay Pak / Russey Keo area of Phnom Penh (Building No. 402, Plov Lom, Phum Lor Kombor, Sangkat Svay Pak, Khan Russey Keo). The campus is accessible from major parts of the city and the school lists a single consolidated campus address on its website.
Stages
Stages
The school provides an Early Years/Early Childhood programme through Primary and up to Secondary (Nursery / Early Years to Grade 12). APIS follows international curricula including Cambridge programmes (IGCSE) and offers upper‑secondary qualifications.
Stages
The school runs Kindergarten, Primary and Secondary programmes (age bands shown as Kindergarten 2–5, Primary 6–11, Secondary 12–17). Age-level details and grade distribution are published on the school site.
School type
School type
APIS is a private, co‑educational international day school operating two Phnom Penh campuses.
School type
Paragon ISC is an independent international day school offering programmes from early years through Grade 12; the school operates multiple campus sections (Kindergarten, Primary, Secondary). The school website and campus pages do not advertise boarding facilities.
Pupil nationality mix
Pupil nationality mix
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Pupil nationality mix
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Additional learning support
Additional learning support
The school provides learning‑support and EAL-style assistance and has counselling services. A learning support specialist is provided. APIS is not presented as a specialist SEN institution.
Additional learning support
Paragon publishes a Learning Support page describing a dedicated Learning Support department that works with teachers, teaching assistants and parents, runs awareness events (for example on dyslexia and ADHD), and participates in local SEN networks. The school uses in‑school interventions and refers to external specialists when needed.
Country affiliation
Country affiliation
The school does not have any country affiliations.
Country affiliation
The school is registered in Cambodia and is authorised/recognised by the Cambodian Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports; it also delivers Cambridge (CAIE) qualifications and holds international accreditation (CIS).
Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation
No religious affiliation is indicated by the school.
Religious affiliation
Paragon ISC does not list any religious affiliation on its public ‘About' and accreditation pages; the provision is presented as secular/international.
School day structure
School day structure
Typical hours around 07:30 start and 16:30 finish, with supervised before/after care offered (families can drop from about 07:00 and collection options extend into the evening).
School day structure
Published information from school‑profile sources indicates a typical school day with families able to drop off from about 07:50 and school finishing around 15:30; exact start/finish times can vary by year group and term, so confirm with admissions for your child's year.
Bus service details
Bus service details
APIS operates a school bus service.
Bus service details
The school coordinates a contracted bus service for student commuting and lists a transport/registration page with contact details for bus enquiries; routes are organised into pickup/drop‑off zones and fees depend on location (term‑ or annual‑based payment options). For route details and registration you should contact the school transport team.
Fees
Fees
Fee details
Fee details
Application & one-time fees - Registration / one‑time enrolment charges: KHR 881,949 (one‑time; registration). - Other one‑off first‑year items commonly shown in the school's published first‑year breakdown include a Material Fee (KHR 701,750), Capital Fee (KHR 461,150) and License/administration charge (KHR 320,800). These one‑time items are billed on first enrolment and are separate from annual tuition.
Tuition — full annual amounts by year group (day students) - Nursery / Early Years (age 2, Nurs.2): KHR 12,310,700 per year. - Kindergarten 1 – Kindergarten 3: KHR 16,681,600 per year (K1–K3). - Grade 1: KHR 17,283,100 per year. - Grade 2: KHR 17,964,800 per year. - Grade 3: KHR 18,486,100 per year. - Grade 4: KHR 19,167,801 per year. - Grade 5: KHR 19,849,501 per year. - Grade 6: KHR 20,491,101 per year. - Grade 7 & Grade 8: KHR 22,696,601 per year (each). - Grade 9 & Grade 10: KHR 25,182,801 per year (each). - Grade 11 & Grade 12: KHR 26,185,301 per year (each).
How tuition is presented / per‑term billing The school offers standard payment options (including payment of the full year) and promotional discounts for families who commit to a one‑year payment.
Billing schedule and payment terms - The school publishes annual tuition amounts and applies one‑time first‑year charges at enrolment. The school promotes discounts for parents who pay for a full year in advance (one‑year payment offers have been advertised at enrolment events).
Boarding fees - No boarding/dormitory fees are listed.
Sibling discount - A sibling discount is published: 5% off tuition for the second child and 10% off tuition for the third and any subsequent children enrolled at the school.
Fee details
Application fees - Toddler–Pre-K: USD 60 (payable once on application). - KG–Grade 12: USD 120 (payable once on application). (These application fees are non‑refundable and non‑transferable.)
One‑time enrolment / initial fees - Enrolment (one‑time on acceptance): Toddler–Pre‑K USD 750; KG–Grade 12 USD 1,500. These enrolment fees are non‑refundable and non‑transferable.
Annual registration and capital fees - Registration (annual): USD 850 (paid annually; non‑refundable). - Capital fee (annual): Toddler–Pre‑K USD 600; KG–Grade 12 USD 1,200 (payable annually in two instalments; non‑refundable).
Tuition fees — annual amounts by year group (USD, annual) - Kindergarten: Toddler (half day) USD 4,650; Toddler (full day) USD 5,500; Nursery half day USD 4,650; Nursery full day USD 5,500; Pre‑K (full day) USD 6,875; K (full day) USD 6,875. - Primary (Bilingual / International examples): Grade 1 Bilingual USD 7,660 / International USD 11,250; Grades 2–3 Bilingual ~USD 7,660 / International USD 11,250; Grades 4–6 Bilingual ~USD 7,970 / International USD 11,970. - Secondary (Bilingual / International examples): Grades 7–9 Bilingual USD 9,340 / International USD 12,910; Grades 10–12 Bilingual USD 9,720 / International USD 13,620. (Annual tuition varies by programme, campus and transfer status.)
Billing schedule and payment terms - Payment options: full payment (early full payment discount: USD 100) or instalments. - Instalment schedules published include a two‑instalment option (1st due 31 August; 2nd due 31 December) or a four‑instalment option (1st due 31 August; 2nd due 31 October; 3rd due 31 December; 4th due 28 February). - Late payment penalties: USD 50 if less than 30 days overdue; USD 100 if over 30 days overdue.
(If paying by instalments, equal splits of the annual tuition across the chosen number of instalments is a common practice — the dates above are the published due dates; instalment amounts will be set on the invoice / enrolment agreement.)
Boarding - No boarding programme is listed for Paragon ISC; the school operates as a day school.
Other costs and optional fees - Transport (school bus), lunch, clubs, external exam fees, extra uniforms and additional textbooks and co‑curricular charges are charged in addition to tuition; amounts vary by service. One set of school uniform and one PE set plus main subject textbooks are provided on registration.
Refund information - The school explicitly states that application, enrolment, registration and capital fees are non‑refundable and non‑transferable. Refund rules for tuition or other charges are determined in the enrolment agreement and invoicing (no separate general tuition refund schedule is published on the public fee pages).
Payment methods - Onsite payment at the Finance Office; online payment (enter school ID in payment remarks); bank transfer to ABA Bank (PARAGON EDUCATION CO., LTD.) with campus‑specific account numbers provided by the school. The school publishes bank transfer details on the fee page.
Diving deeper
Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements
Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements
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Uniform requirement
Uniform requirement
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Uniform requirement
One set of school uniforms and one PE uniform are provided to each student upon registration.
Food options
Food options
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Food options
The school has a canteen that provides breakfast and lunch with a wide range of food options, catering to dietary requirements and tastes.
House system
House system
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House system
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Governance and ownership
Governance and ownership
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Governance and ownership
The school is governed by a School Board. It is certified by the Cambodian Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports (MoEYS) and Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE), and Paragon International School is a registered Cambridge examination centre; it has accreditation from the Council of International Schools (CIS).
Academics
Academics
Curriculum details
Curriculum details
American Pacific International School (Phnom Penh) runs Early Years, Primary and Secondary programmes delivered within the Cambridge International framework and is described as a Cambridge-accredited institution. Early Years is play-based (preschool from about age 3) and the Primary programme (Grades 1–6) covers core subjects such as English, mathematics, science and social studies alongside arts, PE and language support. Lower and upper Secondary prepare students for Cambridge IGCSE examinations, and the school advertises post‑16 teaching posts and reports Grade 12 diploma outcomes consistent with A‑level/post‑16 qualifications. APIS also publishes English‑language support/immersion options, extracurricular programmes and on‑site facilities (labs, sports, arts), and operates a special‑needs preschool provision.
Curriculum details
Paragon ISC's Kindergarten (ages 3–6) follows the Cambridge Early Years framework, organised into six learning areas: Communication, Creative Expression, Mathematics, Personal, Social & Emotional Development, Physical Development and Understanding the World. Primary (Grades 1–6) integrates the Cambodian National Curriculum with the Cambridge Primary International Curriculum and teaches core programmes such as English, Chinese, Khmer, mathematics, science, ICT, global perspectives, art, music, PE and robotics. Secondary offers both a Bilingual pathway (national curriculum in Khmer with selected Cambridge subjects) and an International pathway based on Cambridge: Cambridge Lower Secondary (ages 11–14), a two‑year IGCSE in Grades 9–10, and Cambridge Advanced (AS/A Levels) for pre‑university study, with subjects organised into Languages, Humanities, Sciences, Mathematics and Creative/ICT/PE. Paragon states its International Programme high‑school diploma is submitted to the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport for equivalency with the national Grade 12 diploma; International Programme students are exempt from the Grade 6/9/12 national exams, while local students in the International stream must complete Khmer language, history and culture requirements for equivalency. The school also provides Cambridge assessment services (including Young Learners of English), functions as an SAT test centre, and runs extensive co‑curricular clubs, college counselling and awards (e.g., Duke of Edinburgh) to support student development and university progression.
Student teacher ratio
Student teacher ratio
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Student teacher ratio
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Exam results
Exam results
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Exam results
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Higher education progression
Higher education progression
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Higher education progression
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Gifted and talented
Gifted and talented
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Gifted and talented
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Academic calendar
Academic calendar
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Academic calendar
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Wellbeing & support
Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning
Social & emotional learning
APIS describes its approach to learning as holistic and emphasises character development, teamwork and community themes in its programmes (for example, summer-school weeks include ‘Life Skills & Community' and school articles note a focus on character). The school reports regular parent–teacher meetings intended to build home–school partnership and discuss students' academic and social progress. APIS publicity and news items therefore show SEL is embedded in broader curriculum and event planning, but the school does not publish a detailed SEL curriculum or a named SEL team on its public pages.
Social & emotional learning
Paragon describes structured programmes and school-wide activities that support students' social and emotional development, including a Character Education strand, the Paragon Student Council, house leadership opportunities, and a broad co‑curricular programme. The Learning Support team works with the Welfare and Counselling Department to provide emotional and social support and to help students develop independence and confidence. The school cites classroom differentiation, small‑group interventions and collaboration between teachers, Learning Support staff and welfare staff as part of this provision. Student leadership (house captains) and celebration events are highlighted as routes for leadership and social development.
Special educational needs (SEN)
Special educational needs (SEN)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding SEN provisions.
Special educational needs (SEN)
Paragon's Learning Support Services state they provide targeted help for students with mild learning difficulties (e.g., reading, writing, numeracy), processing challenges, attention and focus issues, and social–emotional development. Provision includes in‑class support, small‑group or one‑to‑one interventions, and Individualised Education Plans (IEPs) overseen by a Learning Support Coordinator. The school explicitly says it does not provide a complete/specialist SEN programme and that it refers families to external specialists when needs exceed the school's capacity. Support for English language acquisition is provided in coordination with ESL where required.
English as an additional language
English as an additional language
APIS operates an English-medium programme and its summer offerings include explicit English-language reinforcement, indicating English-language learning is part of the curriculum.
English as an additional language
Paragon lists English as a Second Language as a named programme in its Primary curriculum and runs Cambridge‑aligned ESL clubs (Starters, Movers, Flyers, A2 Key, Checkpoint ESL). The Learning Support page also notes formal ESL/ESL coordination between Learning Support and the school's ESL provision for students who need additional language support. The site therefore documents both an in‑curriculum ESL programme and targeted coordination for students requiring extra English support. The school does not publish individual staff names for the ESL team on the pages reviewed.
Mental wellbeing
Mental wellbeing
Public materials for APIS emphasise holistic education, parent–teacher engagement and life-skills activities that support students' social and emotional development (for example, school events, exhibitions and programme themes reference wellbeing and community).
Mental wellbeing
The school's Safeguarding and Student Welfare material describes a Student Welfare (Welfare and Counselling) function that provides developmental, preventative and remedial services aimed at students' social and personal needs. Learning Support explicitly records that it collaborates with the Welfare and Counselling Department to provide emotional support addressing confidence, peer relationships, anxiety and adjustment. Paragon frames wellbeing as part of its wider pastoral and academic provision and says staff and parents share responsibility for student wellbeing. The website does not list named counsellors on the pages reviewed.
Safeguarding
Safeguarding
The school does not publicly disclose a detailed safeguarding or child-protection policy.
Safeguarding
Paragon publishes a Safeguarding and Child Protection page stating the school has a Safeguarding Policy and is committed to preventing and responding to child abuse; the page gives a designated reporting contact ([email protected]) for concerns. The site explains the Safeguarding Policy establishes internal measures, makes safeguarding an organisational priority, and positions the Student Welfare department as a key part of wellbeing and child protection. The school's recruitment information also says staff must supply criminal background checks and relevant disclosures as part of hiring, which the site presents as part of its safeguarding arrangements. Together these pages describe policy, reporting routes and personnel‑check processes rather than detailed operational procedures on the public site.
Safeguarding policy
Safeguarding policy
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Safeguarding policy
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Facilities
Facilities
Facilities overview
Facilities overview
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Facilities overview
The campus consolidates Kindergarten, Primary and Secondary on a single, purpose-built, secure site. It includes science laboratories, ICT and robotics suites, studios, and a broad set of sports facilities. It features two libraries and collaborative learning spaces to support independent and group work. The campus includes a main entrance, a playground or sports field, a sports field or court, a library and labs, and green spaces.
Sports facilities
Sports facilities
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Sports facilities
Paragon ISC's campus includes on-site spaces for physical education and team sports. There is a playground or sports field and a sports field or courts on the campus. These facilities are integrated within the main campus that serves Kindergarten through Secondary. The facilities support school-wide athletic activities and physical education programmes.
Academic facilities
Academic facilities
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Academic facilities
The campus provides science laboratories for experiments and practical work. ICT and robotics suites support digital learning and engineering activities. Studios support media, arts, and collaborative projects. There are two libraries to support research and study, along with collaborative learning spaces.
Extra curricular facilities
Extra curricular facilities
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Extra curricular facilities
Paragon ISC offers co-curricular and extra-curricular activities, including clubs and competitions and a Paragon Student Union. A Parents Club (PTA) supports school life. The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is offered at Paragon ISC.
Parent experience
Parent experience
History
History
APIS Cambodia was established as a private international school group in the late 2008 and has expanded to multiple Phnom Penh campuses, notably Daun Penh and Pet Loksang. The school presents itself publicly as a Cambridge‑accredited international school serving Early Years through secondary levels. APIS is operated as a private educational organisation with campus‑level administration rather than a single public authority, and its public communications emphasize enrolment, campus events, and partnerships with families. Recent school communications and local education reporting show ongoing growth and regular public enrolment activity in Phnom Penh.
History
Paragon International School Cambodia was founded in 1997 and was formerly known as Zaman International School. The school is governed by a School Board and has developed in stages, adding a secondary campus in 2005, a purpose-built primary campus in 2010, and a dedicated kindergarten campus in 2012. The institution rebranded to Paragon ISC in 2018 as it aligned more deliberately with international accreditation and university pathways. In 2025 the school opened a purpose-built main campus at Land № 402, Plov Lom (Svay Pak), consolidating kindergarten, primary and secondary facilities and expanding its laboratories, libraries and sports spaces.
Community
Community
The APIS Cambodia community is centred on campus events and seasonal celebrations: examples reported in recent years include Culture Day and Khmer New Year activities, an Annual Concert & Graduation, open‑house events, and a summer‑school programme. The school also participates in citywide family and education fairs and hosts visiting university fairs for older students, which are used as opportunities for parent engagement and community outreach. These activities are organised across the school's Phnom Penh campuses and are described in local education coverage and the school's public posts.
Community
Paragon ISC's community combines students, families and staff through a programme of clubs, competitions and whole-school events that aim to involve learners beyond the classroom. Regular activities include after-school clubs (STEM, robotics, arts and sports), participation in national and international competitions, and whole‑school cultural celebrations such as International Holidays, charity week and seasonal events like Halloween. The school also promotes parent–school connections through the Paragon Student Union and the Parents Club, which help coordinate social and community activities.
Parent teacher association
Parent teacher association
The school does not publicly disclose information on existing PTA.
Parent teacher association
The Paragon Parents Club (PTA) is an active part of school life, bringing together parents, teachers and school leaders to support student wellbeing and learning. The PTA's stated purposes include strengthening home–school partnerships, creating opportunities for parent participation, and organising events that bring families together. Typical PTA activities listed on the school site include family days, cultural celebrations, parenting workshops, school fairs and fundraising drives. Parent involvement is organised through grade-level parent representatives who meet regularly with teachers, coordinators and the leadership team to share feedback and plan initiatives. The PTA also supports clubs and school projects through volunteering and small-scale contributions, and membership or representative roles are appointed or elected at the start of each academic year.
Extra-curricular
Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual
Academic & intellectual
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Academic & intellectual
Paragon International School provides three educational pathways: Kindergarten (ages 2-5), Primary (ages 6-11), and Secondary (ages 12-17). The curriculum includes Cambridge International Examinations and Cambridge Assessment Admissions Testing, plus the Young Learners English program and a Cambridge-based assessment framework. The school is a SAT Test Centre and follows the DHQL & Teaching and Learning Framework. Learning Support Services and Career & College Counselling are available to students.
Arts & creative
Arts & creative
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Arts & creative
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Cultural & language
Cultural & language
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Cultural & language
The school offers language programmes including Chinese Language Programme, French Language Programme, and Khmer Language Programme for International Students.
Social & hobbies
Social & hobbies
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Social & hobbies
Clubs and competitions are part of school life, including the Paragon Student Union. The Parents Club (PTA) participates in school activities. The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is offered at Paragon ISC.
Community & service
Community & service
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Community & service
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Leadership & professional
Leadership & professional
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Leadership & professional
Student leadership development is supported through the Paragon Student Union and house leadership structures. The school provides Career & College Counselling to help students prepare for higher education and professional pathways.
Lifestyle & wellbeing
Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
The school provides a safe and supportive environment for students. It aims to balance academic achievement with character, resilience and leadership, fostering holistic development.
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
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Language provision
The school offers three language programmes: Chinese Language Programme, French Language Programme, and Khmer Language Programme for International Students.
Bilingual teaching
Bilingual teaching
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Bilingual teaching
The school offers two curricular pathways: an International programme and a Bilingual programme. The International programme follows the Cambridge International Curriculum; all courses are taught in English and students may study a foreign language as well. For diploma equivalency, local students complete Khmer Language and Khmer History. The International programme leads through Cambridge Early Years and Primary, Cambridge Lower Secondary, Cambridge Upper Secondary (IGCSE), and Cambridge Advanced Levels (AS/A Levels). The Bilingual programme follows the Khmer National Curriculum with Cambridge subjects taught in English; to earn a National Diploma, students must pass the Grade 6, Grade 9, and Grade 12 examinations. Students may switch from the bilingual to the international programme at the end of the academic year, but not the reverse.
Immersion programs
Immersion programs
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Immersion programs
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Reputation
Reputation
Awards
Awards
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Awards
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Accreditations
Accreditations
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Accreditations
• Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport (MoEYS), Cambodia — The school is authorised and officially registered by Cambodia's national education authority; this means Paragon ISC is recognised to operate as an educational institution in Cambodia and its international‑programme diploma is recognised for national diploma equivalency.
• Council of International Schools (CIS) accreditation — CIS is an international school‑accreditation body that evaluates whole‑school quality (teaching and learning, governance, student welfare, facilities and continuous improvement); Paragon ISC states it is CIS‑accredited, which indicates the school has completed CIS's external quality‑assurance process.
• Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) authorisation / Cambridge qualifications — Paragon ISC is authorised to deliver Cambridge programmes and is a registered Cambridge examination centre (the site lists Cambridge programmes and its test‑centre status). This means the school offers Cambridge curricula (IGCSE, AS/A Levels, checkpoints) and runs official Cambridge exam sessions on site.
Other formal recognitions published on the school website: • SAT test centre designation (Centre no. 65394) — the school is listed as an SAT test centre, which is an official designation to host College Board SAT sittings.
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
1. Enquiry and campus visit Contact APIS Admissions to confirm which campus you want (Pet Loksang or Daun Penh) and which campus offers the required year level. Request an admissions pack or application link and ask about open days or arranging a guided visit.
2. Application form and documents Complete the application form (online or paper). Prepare the required documents, typically including the child’s birth certificate or passport, parents’ ID, recent school reports (for KG1 and above), immunisation records, passport photos, and proof of address. Confirm the exact document list with Admissions as requirements may vary by age and campus.
3. Application and registration fees Submit the application and pay any required application or registration fees. APIS publishes one-time and annual fees in its fee schedule. Keep payment receipts and confirm refund or transfer policies in case of non-attendance or withdrawal.
4. Assessment or trial Students may be asked to attend an observation, trial class, or placement assessment depending on age. Older students usually complete basic literacy, numeracy, and English assessments and a short interview. Ask whether trial classes or immersion options are available and how English support is provided if needed.
5. Offer and acceptance If a place is offered, review the offer letter carefully and pay the required entrance or registration fee and any deposit or first tuition instalment by the stated deadline. Check which fees are non-refundable and whether any promotional discounts apply.
6. Enrolment administration After payment, the school will confirm enrolment details, including start date, orientation, timetable, uniforms, lunch arrangements, and transport options. Complete all required medical and emergency forms and request any official letters needed for visa or residency purposes.
7. Orientation and transition support Attend parent and student orientation before the term starts. If English support is required, confirm EAL arrangements, progress reviews, points of contact, and any additional fees. Keep copies of all signed documents, offer letters, and payment receipts.
Admissions
1. Start an application (online form). Begin by completing the school's online application form; the form saves progress so you can return to it if you need more documents. The admissions page is the official first step and the Admissions Team will confirm receipt and outline next steps.
2. Pay the application fee when you submit. Paragon's published policy requires an application fee that differs by age group (e.g., Toddler–Pre-K and KG–Grade 12 are quoted separately on the school fees page); this fee is payable once at submission and is non‑refundable. Parents should have a USD payment method ready and note the exact amount for the child's level before submission.
3. Admission assessment (test/observation) and parent/student interview. After the application is reviewed, the school schedules the relevant entrance assessment — for younger children this may be an observation, for older children a placement/entrance test — and usually an interview that includes parents and the student. Bring recent school reports (if available), identification and any information about learning support needs; the school uses these to place students at the appropriate level.
4. Offer of place and confirmation steps. Successful applicants receive an Acceptance Letter; to finalise enrolment parents must sign the agreement form and pay the one‑time enrolment fee indicated in the school's fee policy. Be aware the enrolment fee is described as non‑refundable and non‑transferable in the school's published fee rules.
5. Registration and capital fees to secure the school year. In addition to the enrolment fee, Paragon publishes an annual registration fee and a capital fee (amounts vary by programme and age); the registration fee secures the child's place for the coming academic year and is also non‑refundable. Confirm which fees apply to your child's campus/programme (Kindergarten, Primary, Secondary and Bilingual vs International programmes can differ).
6. Payment methods, instalments and deadlines. All fees are stated in USD and the school lists bank transfer details and on‑campus payment options; Paragon allows full payment or instalment plans, and publishes discounts for full payment and sibling/alumnus/referral discounts. Ask the Finance Office for the current instalment schedule and any early‑payment discount deadlines before you accept an offer.
7. Final steps before term starts. After fees are paid parents will be advised about uniform and textbook provisioning (the school states one set of uniforms and main subject textbooks are provided on registration), transport, lunch options and optional charges (clubs, trips, external exam fees). The Admissions Team will tell you which original documents they need to see in person and will confirm the student's start date once the registration is complete.
Scholarships
Scholarships
APIS does not publicly advertise an ongoing academic scholarship programme.
Scholarships
Paragon publishes several scholarship routes and criteria on its campus pages. A common pathway is a scholarship examination or top public exam performance for students progressing into Secondary: examples on the school site include Grade 6 scholarship arrangements (scholarship examination and/or top Primary Checkpoint results) with awards that may be cash‑value grants or tuition coverage; the school page notes the top three Grade 6 candidates may receive awards (examples include a listed US$2,000 award in one notice and, in other notices, 100%/75%/50% tuition scholarships for the top three scorers) and states that registration and enrolment fees are waived for those winners. Other published scholarship criteria include high achievers at Grade 8, Grade 10 (IGCSE) and Grade 11–12 (AS/A level) with differing award levels, and some schemes are explicitly for Cambodian citizens. Scholarship places are limited and the school runs a specific scholarship examination or selection process — dates, qualifying rules and how many awards are available are set each year, so parents must contact Admissions for the current schedule and application requirements.
Waitlist
Waitlist
The school does not publicly disclose information on existing waitlist.
Waitlist
Paragon's public admissions pages do not publish a formal waiting‑list policy. Instead, their published process instructs families to secure a place by completing the application and paying the registration/enrolment fees once an offer is made; that implies places are confirmed on payment rather than via a publicly described waiting‑list mechanism. If you are concerned about capacity for a particular grade or intake, contact the Admissions Office directly — the school's site lists dedicated admissions contacts for Kindergarten, Primary and Secondary.