Footprints International School - TK Campus vs Invictus International School Phnom Penh

	F Footprints International School - TK Campus Phnom Penh, Cambodia	I Invictus International School Phnom Penh Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year KHR 19,764,223 - 27,958,752	Fees / year KHR 15,040,000 - 35,248,000
Age range	Age range 1½ - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels	Curriculum EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels
Pupils	Pupils 1,000	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size 25
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 2007	Opened 2020
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Footprints International School is in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, operating two urban campuses: Toul Kork (Building A, No.16–18, Street 570) and Toul Tom Poung (Building A, No.84, Street 135 / intersection with Street 470). Both campuses serve Nursery–Grade 12 and list campus contact numbers and opening hours on the school site/handbook; they are located in central city districts commonly reached by car, taxi or tuk‑tuk—contact the school for specific directions or pickup points.	Location Invictus Phnom Penh is on Preah Norodom Boulevard (Street 41) in Tonle Bassac, Chamkarmon — a central city location a few minutes' drive from Independence Monument and close to riverside neighbourhoods. Public roads and taxis serve the area; the school lists its full address and local contact details on its contact page.
Stages	Stages The school runs from Nursery through Grade 12. Early Childhood covers ages ~1.5–5 (Nursery to Kindergarten); Primary is Grades 1–5; Secondary covers lower and upper secondary through Grade 12. Footprints offers Cambridge (CAIE) pathways alongside a Cambodian National Programme.	Stages The school runs from Early Years through to Sixth Form: Nursery/Reception (EYFS, ages 3–5), Primary (Key Stages 1–2, Years 1–6), and Secondary (Key Stages 3–5, Years 7–13) leading to Cambridge IGCSEs and A-Levels. Age ranges are published on the school's curricula pages.
School type	School type Footprints is a co‑educational international day school (no boarding is listed). It is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and authorised to deliver IEYC and Cambridge programmes while also being licensed by the Cambodian Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport.	School type Invictus Phnom Penh is a private, co-educational day school and part of the Invictus group of schools (a Sing-Ed/Acrophyte group headquartered in Singapore). No boarding provision is listed for the Phnom Penh campus.
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Additional learning support	Additional learning support The school operates a Centre for Wellbeing and Career Excellence (CWCE) that coordinates counselling, early identification, a three‑tier assessment system, targeted support and referrals to external specialists via a CARE Centre. The handbook sets out processes for assessment, individual planning and referrals; parents should contact Admissions/Family Engagement for details about specific learning‑support arrangements.	Additional learning support The school's materials emphasise an inclusive approach; third‑party listings and network pages note a Learning Support Coordinator who works with teachers and parents and can set individual programmes/IEPs and advise on external specialists where needed. Parents are advised to contact Admissions for details about specific provisions and assessments.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Footprints is an international school based in Cambodia and is licensed by the Cambodian Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport; it is not presented as affiliated to any single foreign country.	Country affiliation Invictus International Schools are a proprietary brand of Sing‑Ed (education arm of Acrophyte) and are headquartered in Singapore; the Phnom Penh campus is part of that regional group.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation No religious affiliation is stated in the school's published materials or parent handbook.	Religious affiliation The Phnom Penh campus does not state any religious affiliation on its public pages; school materials and third‑party profiles present it as a non‑sectarian international school.
School day structure	School day structure Daily timings vary by programme: Early Childhood (Nursery–Kindy) runs roughly 8:00am–4:00pm with morning, lunch/napping and afternoon sessions; Primary International classes typically run 7:45am–1:50pm (with snack and lunch breaks); Secondary International classes start at 8:00am and run until about 2:35pm (one‑hour lunch). The campus gate opens earlier (a gate babysitter from 7:00am is noted) and the handbook gives precise session times by year group.	School day structure According to the school FAQs, Early Years and Primary currently start at 7:30 AM and finish around 2:30 PM; Secondary typically starts at 8:00 AM and finishes around 3:00 PM, with after‑school CCAs offered from about 3:00–4:00 PM. Check Admissions for any year‑specific variations.
Bus service details	Bus service details The school publishes a paid bus service covering many parts of Phnom Penh. Each bus is staffed with a bus monitor; parents must register through the school office, the bus will not wait more than five minutes at stops, and the school may be unable to accommodate families living a long distance from campus. For routes, fees and registration, contact the Family Engagement/Admissions office.	Bus service details The school's FAQs state that, due to low demand, Invictus Phnom Penh does not currently offer a school bus service; families are advised to contact Admissions if they need transport updates or to request a service in future. The contact page lists phone and messaging options for admissions enquiries.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application & Enrolment fees - Application fee (new applicants): USD 30 (Kindy–Grade 12). - Enrolment fee (payable once on acceptance): USD 600 for all grades; USD 300 for siblings. Annual capital & administration and learning‑materials (books) - Capital & administration fee: USD 300 per student (paid annually; 50% charge applies if enrolment is in Term 3). - Print & digital learning materials (annual, non‑refundable): Kindy USD 50; Grades 1–5 USD 175; Grades 6–8 USD 200; Grades 9–10 USD 400; Grades 11–12 USD 450. Tuition fees (AY 2025–2026) — full year and per term - Nursery – Pre‑K2 (Part‑time): Full yearly USD 2,706; Full yearly (10% if paid in one payment) USD 2,435; Termly (3 payments): USD 902 per term. - Nursery – Kindy (Full‑time): Full yearly USD 4,563; Discounted yearly USD 4,106; Termly USD 1,521 per term. - Grades 1–5: Full yearly USD 5,106; Discounted yearly USD 4,595; Termly USD 1,702 per term. - Grades 6–8: Full yearly USD 5,691; Discounted yearly USD 5,121; Termly USD 1,897 per term. - Grades 9–12: Full yearly USD 6,250; Discounted yearly USD 5,624; Termly USD 2,083 per term. Billing schedule & payment terms - Tuition may be paid annually (one payment) or termly (three payments). Term‑payment dates for AY 2025–2026 are shown in the fee table; term payments occur before each term (late July 2025, mid‑November 2025, late February 2026); annual payments are expected at the start of the academic year (early August 2025). - Late payment penalty: USD 5 per day; non‑payment may result in suspension or withholding of reports. - Partial, midterm and National‑programme adjustments are specified in the fee schedule. Optional and other fees - Healthy student lunches: Nursery–Grade 4 — Full yearly USD 567 (5% off if paid yearly) or termly (USD 180 / USD 174 / USD 213 by term); Grade 5–12 — Full yearly USD 756 (5% off) or termly (USD 240 / USD 232 / USD 284). - School bus (optional): 2‑way full year USD 900 (5% off = USD 855) or termly USD 300; 1‑way full year USD 720 (5% off = USD 684) or termly USD 240. Sibling transport discounts apply. - IP afternoon clubs & activities: Full yearly USD 520 or termly USD 180. - Cambridge examination fees (per subject / component) vary by level (e.g. IGCSE USD 145 per subject; AS/A2/A‑level fees listed in schedule). Discounts, refunds & withdrawal - Sibling tuition discounts: 2nd child 15% off; 3rd child onward 20% off. A 15% discount applies to Nursery/Pre‑K1 new students for 2025–2026 (not combinable with other discounts). - Withdrawal: written notice (Withdrawal Form) at least 30 days before the student's last day. - Refunds: refunds on paid tuition and lunch fees apply only for full terms not attended; a processing charge equal to 10% of the refunded/transferred amount applies (same 10% applied to Cambridge exam refunds/transfers when parent/student changes/withdraws). Uniforms & other incidental costs - The school's policy requires a school uniform, but the published fee schedule does not list a specific uniform charge. Uniform policy and related expectations are stated separately in school information. Payment methods & bank details - Accepted payment modes: cash (amounts under USD 100), cheque or bank transfer for larger amounts; bank transfer fees are the payer's responsibility; the school accepts payments only from registered banks operating in Cambodia. - Bank deposit details for fee payments (as provided by the school): Bank: ABA; Beneficiary: EDUINVEST INTERNATIONAL CO LTD; Account No.: 000145244; Beneficiary address as published by the school.	Fee details Application and one-time enrolment fees - Assessment fee (Years 1–13, one-time): USD 100. - Registration / application fee (one-time): USD 1,000 for the first child; USD 750 for a sibling. This fee is non-refundable and non-transferable; a place is considered secure only after payment. Tuition fees by year group (per year, per semester and per term) and capital fee - Nursery (Half day): Annual USD 3,760 — Semester USD 1,927 — Term USD 987 — Capital fee USD 890. - Nursery (Full day): Annual USD 4,534 — Semester USD 2,324 — Term USD 1,190 — Capital fee USD 890. - Reception: Annual USD 5,351 — Semester USD 2,743 — Term USD 1,405 — Capital fee USD 890. - Years 1–6: Annual USD 6,921 — Semester USD 3,547 — Term USD 1,817 — Capital fee USD 1,100. - Years 7–9: Annual USD 7,553 — Semester USD 3,871 — Term USD 1,983 — Capital fee USD 1,350. - Years 10–13: Annual USD 8,812 — Semester USD 4,516 — Term USD 2,313 — Capital fee USD 1,410. Sibling discount - No discount for Student 1. - Sibling 1: 5% discount on tuition. - Siblings 2–4: 10% discount on tuition. - Discount rules: where two children enrol at the same time the discount applies to the highest-paying child; the discount also applies to the next child if there is already an existing enrolled child. Miscellaneous and additional charges - Co-curricular activities (CCA): USD 10–25 per session depending on the subject; each student receives a USD 20 credit per session included in tuition. - After-school care (2:00–4:30pm): USD 6 per hour (charged per day). - Uniform items (individual prices listed): School shirt USD 16; pants/skort USD 16; PE uniform USD 16; chair bag (primary) USD 10. The capital fee also includes one set of uniform for new enrolments. - Academic field trips: typical range USD 100–1,000 depending on destination (charged prior to activity commencement). - Snack: USD 1.50 per day (invoiced per month). Lunch (invoiced per term): Nursery–Year 1 USD 3.25 per meal; Years 2–6 USD 3.50 per meal; Years 7–13 USD 3.75 per meal. - Locker hire: charged annually; failure to pay within two weeks can result in removal from the locker assignment and cancellations are effective only at the end of the academic year. - Bank / transfer charges (where applicable): the school has previously indicated a range for bank/transfer charges (USD 20–200). Parents should allow for possible bank fees when making international transfers. Billing schedule and payment terms - Invoices are issued and payments are due as stated on each invoice. Annual and semester payments list “deadline as stated in the invoice.” Term payment deadlines (example academic year schedule shown by the school) are: Term 1 deadline 8 September 2025; Term 2 deadline 9 December 2025; Term 3 deadline 3 March 2026. Semester 2 deadline example shown is 9 December 2025. (Invoice-specific deadlines may vary; the school's published schedule lists these dates for the academic year example.) All fees are charged in USD. - All fees listed are described by the school as non-transferable and (where stated) non-refundable; capital fees and tuition are charged in addition to application/registration fees. Withdrawal and refund information - Refunds apply to tuition only and are calculated by the school based on written notice of withdrawal relative to the course/term commencement date: - 100% refund if written notice is received 60 days or more before term/course commencement. - 50% refund if written notice is received between 30 and 59 days before commencement. - 0% refund if written notice is received less than 30 days before, on, or after the commencement date. Boarding - Boarding is not listed among the campus facilities or fee schedules for the Phnom Penh campus; the published campus facilities and admissions/fees pages do not indicate boarding services for this campus. Therefore boarding is not applicable for Invictus International School Phnom Penh. Fee payment options and practical notes on payment - The school issues invoices and indicates payment deadlines on those invoices. The published fee pages reference bank/transfer charges, which indicates bank transfer is a standard payment channel; parents should allow for bank transfer fees when remitting payments. Specific electronic or card payment methods are not listed on the fee schedule pages; payment instructions and accepted methods are provided on invoices or directly by the admissions/accounts office.
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement The uniform policy requires Footprints International School uniforms to be worn to school every day. Students must wear a complete uniform to attend classes; school shoes or black shoes are required, with black shoes bearing colored logos acceptable. Uniforms must be clearly labeled, and on the last Friday and Saturday of the month there is a Casual Dress day.	Uniform requirement The uniform is a navy-blue polo with the school crest and grey shorts or a grey skirt with the school's name. Children are required to wear closed-toed shoes. Flip-flops, Crocs and sandals are not acceptable.
Food options	Food options Footprints offers a healthy lunch menu with set options. Parents can sign up to receive school lunches by contacting the Family Engagement Office. Students may bring their own healthy lunches and snacks to school; deliveries from outside suppliers are not allowed.	Food options Lunch & snacks are offered. Phnom Penh lunch packages are by year level: Nursery–Year 1 small ($3.25); Year 2–Year 6 medium ($3.50); Year 7–Year 13 large ($3.75).
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Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The Board of Governors is the legal authorising body of Footprints International School and operates in line with the By-Laws. The Board supports the vision, mission, values and beliefs of Footprints and ensures fiscal health, governance and risk management; day-to-day administration is delegated to the Focus on Learning (FoL) Steering Committee, which acts as the School Leadership Team. In September 2021 the Board approved a strategic plan for 2021–2025 focusing on Responsible Growth, Creating a Nurturing Learning Eco-System, Developing an Effective and Efficient Management Platform, and Building Capacity.	Governance and ownership The school is an institution by Sing-Ed Corporation, the education arm of Acrophyte Pte Ltd (formerly Chip Eng Seng Corporation Ltd).
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Footprints International School delivers an inquiry-based programme from nursery to Grade 12: the Early Childhood Programme uses the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC), the school follows Cambridge Assessment (CAIE) frameworks through Primary and Secondary, and the school is accredited by WASC. Early Childhood (ages 1.5–5) combines play-based IEYC units with Cambridge outcomes in Kindergarten to prepare children for Stage 1 Cambridge learning. Primary (Grades 1–5) follows the Cambridge Primary framework with core subjects (English, Mathematics, Science, Global Perspectives, PSHE) plus specialist Art, Music and PE, and families can choose Dual (Cambridge+National), International (Cambridge only) or an International pathway with additional Khmer language and culture. Secondary offers core Lower Secondary subjects and an Upper Secondary curriculum where students select sciences or humanities; students sit IGCSE examinations in Grade 10 and may take AS/A Levels in Grades 11–12. In parallel, Footprints runs a Ministry of Education (MoEYS)-licensed Khmer (National) Programme across Primary and Secondary with national study hours and national exams (including Grade 6, Grade 9 and Grade 12) that lead to the national diploma.	Curriculum details Invictus Phnom Penh delivers a continuous Cambridge-based pathway from Early Years to Year 13: UK EYFS in Nursery and Reception (ages 3–5), Cambridge Primary (Years 1–6, ages 5–11), Cambridge Lower Secondary (Years 7–9, ages 11–14), Cambridge IGCSE (Years 10–11, ages 14–16) and Cambridge AS/A‑Levels (Years 12–13, ages 16–18). The Early Years Foundation Stage includes communication and language, personal, social and emotional development, physical development, literacy, mathematics, expressive arts and understanding the world. Primary follows the Cambridge Primary framework for English, mathematics, science and foundation subjects and supplements mathematics with the Singapore Mathematics approach; instruction is in English with Khmer, Chinese and French offered as additional languages. Lower Secondary follows Cambridge Lower Secondary and students sit Cambridge Checkpoint examinations at the end of Year 9 before selecting a broad range of subjects for the two‑year IGCSE course (Years 10–11). The IGCSE programme offers a broad choice of subjects (English, mathematics, sciences, humanities, languages, ICT, business, arts) assessed by Cambridge, and Years 12–13 complete Cambridge International AS/A‑Level over two years with students typically taking three to four A‑level subjects for university entry.
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Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning Footprints states it teaches social‑emotional skills through curriculum and whole‑school initiatives: the Primary programme includes PSHE using the Jigsaw framework and the Early Childhood programme uses IEYC activities such as drama and role play to develop emotional and social skills. The school's Centre for Wellbeing and Career Excellence (CWCE) explicitly lists social‑emotional learning as a core focus and coordinates schoolwide SEL work. Student voice is enabled through a Student Council (which includes wellbeing roles) and PSHE/IEYC lessons are referenced in the school curriculum documents. These provisions are described on the school website and in the Student & Parent Handbook.	Social & emotional learning Invictus Phnom Penh describes safety education and personal, social and health topics as part of the curriculum (PSHE), which supports students' social and emotional learning. The school also runs co‑curricular activities (CCAs) such as team sports, music and clubs that provide social development opportunities outside lessons. News on the site shows whole‑school events and Student Council‑led activities (for example Spirit Week and community drives), which the school presents as opportunities to develop empathy and teamwork. The site gives a Student Support contact for practical matters (for example locker queries), indicating a named student‑support channel for parents and students.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) Footprints publishes a named SEN provision called ‘FIS CARE' and states that it welcomes students with learning support needs. The school's Khmer site text and enrolment information explicitly refer to supporting learners diagnosed with conditions such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). The Student & Parent Handbook includes an Inclusion entry and describes a tiered assessment/intervention process coordinated by the CWCE and the Head of the Centre for Wellbeing. The school does not describe itself as a specialist SEN institution; instead it presents FIS CARE as an in‑school inclusion/learning‑support programme.	Special educational needs (SEN) The Invictus Phnom Penh website does not publish a detailed Special Educational Needs (SEN) policy or a public description of specialist SEN provision for the Phnom Penh campus. The site's main pages (School Life / Admissions / Campuses) and downloadable materials do not set out which specific types of SEN the campus supports. Because there is no clear, published SEN policy or named SEN team on the Phnom Penh site, it is not possible from the school's public pages to confirm whether it is a specialist SEN institution or which specific needs are supported. If you would like, I can contact the school (their admissions contact is listed on the site) to request official SEN information.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language The Phnom Penh site states that French and Chinese are offered as additional languages from Nursery through to A‑Levels, and it lists English and Khmer for Cambodian nationals. The website does not, however, publish a distinct English‑as‑an‑Additional‑Language (EAL) programme or describe specialist EAL staffing or targeted EAL interventions for the Phnom Penh campus. For parents seeking specific EAL support (assessment, in‑class withdrawal, or specialist EAL teachers) the school's public pages do not provide those details; contacting admissions would be the next step to obtain official confirmation.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Footprints has a formal Centre for Wellbeing and Career Excellence (CWCE) that adopts a whole‑school approach to mental health, describes a three‑tier assessment/intervention model, and offers support groups and individual counselling coordinated by the Head of the Centre. The Student & Parent Handbook lists specific activities such as wellbeing weeks, parent workshops, signposting to external services, and referrals to specialist services when needed. The school also reports using the Komodo wellbeing platform to gather wellbeing data and support interventions. These mental‑wellbeing functions are described in the handbook and in school news.	Mental wellbeing The school's Safeguarding page says staff receive regular training and that safety and health topics are part of the curriculum (PSHE), which the school links to student wellbeing. The main news feed also records wellbeing‑related events (for example visits and health talks) that the school presents as part of student wellbeing activities. Invictus describes a Student Support contact point for parents and students, indicating an internal channel for raising concerns or practical welfare matters. There is no separate, detailed public policy on mental‑health services (for example an on‑site counsellor team) on the Phnom Penh pages; such specifics are not disclosed on the website.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Footprints publicly states a focus on child protection within the CWCE and its whole‑school policies, and the Student & Parent Handbook describes referral routes, consent procedures and tiered support linked to safeguarding processes. The school has published news of a formal partnership and recognition with the ChildSafe Movement (ChildSafe Star Partner) to strengthen its child‑protection work. WASC accreditation documents referenced on the site also note the presence of a child‑protection policy aligned with international expectations. These items are published on the school website and in their handbook.	Safeguarding Invictus Phnom Penh publishes a Safeguarding statement on its website that affirms the school's commitment to child welfare, requires staff to report concerns to Designated Safeguarding Leaders, and notes regular staff safeguarding training. The page also references a Staff Code of Conduct, embedded safety education through PSHE, and collaboration with external agencies (health services, police, social care) when necessary. The Careers page shows the school requires up‑to‑date non‑criminal background checks from applicants, which is consistent with the school's stated child‑protection practices. If you need copies of the full safeguarding policy or the names of the Designated Safeguarding Leaders, the school's admissions contact is listed on the site for formal requests.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Footprints International School operates two campuses in Phnom Penh: Toul Kork and Toul Tom Poung. The TK campus serves Nursery to Grade 12, as does the Toul Tom Poung campus. The school provides a Health Centre for student health services. The campuses are part of the school's learning community and offer on-site facilities to support academics and activities.	Facilities overview The Phnom Penh campus is located on Preah Norodom Boulevard in central Phnom Penh. The campus has a comprehensive suite of facilities that enable learning and play in a conducive environment. The facilities are planned for expansion to include additional resources on campus. The school supports Cambridge Primary through to Cambridge A-Levels within this campus.
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Academic facilities	Academic facilities Footprints teaches the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) and the Cambridge Curriculum (CAIE) with exams, and offers a National Programme licensed by the Cambodian Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport (MoEYS). An International Programme with Khmer Language & Culture is available for Grades 1–5. Core subjects include English, Mathematics, Science and Global Perspectives, with Art, Music, ICT, Physical Education and Mandarin Chinese as specialist subjects.	Academic facilities Invictus Phnom Penh offers Cambridge Primary Curriculum for Years 1-6 (Ages 5-11) and Cambridge Lower Secondary, IGCSE, and Cambridge A-Levels for Years 7-13 (Ages 11-18). The Early Years Foundation Stage serves ages 3 to 5. French and Chinese are offered as additional languages from Nursery through to Cambridge A-Levels. The curriculum emphasizes differentiation and is delivered by international staff to accommodate varying abilities, with the Cambridge framework leading to IGCSE and A-Level qualifications for university entrance.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities The school offers extracurricular activities including football, Chinese classes, arts & crafts, taekwondo and gymnastics.	Extra curricular facilities The school provides extensive co-curricular activities (ECAs) and opportunities for leadership development and community service. The Duke of Edinburgh Award is part of Invictus leadership programmes. Educational experiences include academic exchanges and exposure to global perspectives. These initiatives support holistic development beyond the classroom.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Footprints International School was established in 2007 and has since grown to serve more than 1,000 students. It operates two main campuses (Toul Tom Poung and Toul Kork) and provides programmes from early childhood through Grade 12. The school is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and offers internationally recognised curricula alongside a Ministry‑approved national pathway. Administrative and enrolment payments on the site are processed in the name EDUINVEST INTERNATIONAL CO LTD, which is listed as the beneficiary for bank transfers.	History Invictus International School began as a group in 2015. It operates as a proprietary brand under Sing‑Ed (the education arm of Acrophyte Pte Ltd, formerly Chip Eng Seng Corporation Ltd.), with headquarters in Singapore. The organisation reports rapid growth from an initial intake of about 40 students and 15 staff to a multi‑campus network of several thousand students and hundreds of staff. The Phnom Penh campus opened as part of that regional expansion (the group's expansion into Cambodia is noted in the Invictus timeline).
Community	Community The school community includes over 1,000 students and a largely Cambodian family body—approximately 95% Khmer with a small mix of other nationalities. Footprints publishes News and Events pages and runs a range of extracurricular options such as football, Chinese classes, arts & crafts, taekwondo and gymnastics that are open to students. Parent–school communication and family activities are coordinated through a Family Engagement Office and a Parent Liaison Officer, who manage enrolment meetings, communications and activity sign‑ups.	Community The Phnom Penh campus describes an active school community made up of students, local and expatriate families, and teaching staff who take part in regular school events. Recent News & Events posts highlight activities such as Spirit Week and Sports Day, seasonal celebrations (for example Christmas), curriculum‑linked trips and outdoor learning days, and inter‑school sports participation. The campus also stages open‑house and charity events that invite parent participation and raise funds for local organisations.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association The school website does not show a dedicated Parent Teacher Association (PTA) page or a published PTA committee structure. Parent engagement on the site is organised through the Family Engagement Office and a Parent Liaison Officer; the site describes family meetings, screening interviews, and use of school email for parent–teacher communication. The Parent Handbook, School Calendar and Events/News pages are the primary published channels for parent information, and parents are instructed to contact the Family Engagement Office to sign children up for school lunches and extracurricular activities. If you need formal PTA documents, meeting schedules, or volunteer group details, the website suggests contacting the Family Engagement Office or using the listed enquiry phone/email to request the most current information.	Parent teacher association Across the Invictus network, parental engagement is formalised through a Parent‑Teacher body (sometimes described as a Parent Support Group/PTA) and parents are routinely invited to be active members. Invictus Singapore materials note that the PSG/PTA helps plan events, fund prizes, run workshops for parents and provide volunteer support for school activities. At the Phnom Penh campus, recent open‑house and charity carnivals explicitly involved parents and raised funds for a local NGO (Carrying Companions), indicating PTA/parental participation in fundraising and event delivery. In practice these groups typically organise or support fairs, performances, sports days and information workshops, and they offer multiple volunteer roles for parents who want to help with hospitality, stalls, or classroom support. Membership and committee structures are regionally managed (Invictus schools commonly operate a campus‑level parent group or committee that liaises with school leadership).
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Footprints International School is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). It is authorised to offer the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) and the Cambridge Curriculum (CAIE) with exams. A Khmer language course is offered for Cambodian students to earn a national diploma from the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport (MoEYS).	Academic & intellectual —
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Art and Music are specialist subjects in the Primary Programme. The Secondary Programme includes Art, Music, ICT and Physical Education. Extracurricular activities include sports such as football, Chinese classes, arts & crafts, taekwondo and gymnastics.	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Khmer Language & Culture is offered as part of a pathway, with Grades 1–5 on the International Programme with Khmer Language & Culture studying 1.5 hours daily before transitioning to Secondary. A Khmer language course enables Cambodian students to earn a MoEYS diploma. Mandarin Chinese is taught in the Secondary Programme. Footprints is based in Phnom Penh, Cambodia.	Cultural & language French and Chinese are offered as additional languages from Nursery through to Cambridge A-Levels. Foreign language offerings exist as an option and are provided when there is sufficient demand.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Extracurricular activities include sports, Chinese classes, arts & crafts, taekwondo and gymnastics.	Social & hobbies —
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Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Footprints provides a Health Centre on campus. Footprints offers a healthy lunch menu, and students may bring their own lunches. Outside food deliveries are not allowed, and nutritious snacks are encouraged.	Lifestyle & wellbeing —
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision English is a core language within the Cambridge-based Secondary Curriculum. Khmer Language and Culture is taught in Grades 1–5 as part of the International Programme with Khmer Language & Culture (1.5 hours daily). Mandarin Chinese is offered as a Secondary subject. A Khmer-language programme enables Cambodian students to earn a MoEYS national diploma.	Language provision Lessons are conducted in English. Additional languages offered include Khmer, Chinese, and French. In Nursery and Reception, a bilingual program enables study in English alongside Khmer, French, or Mandarin.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching Footprints offers three curriculum pathways: Dual Programme (Cambridge + National curriculum); International Programme (Cambridge curriculum only, MoEYS recognised); and International Programme with Khmer Language & Culture (bilingual development and cultural identity). In Grades 1–5, students in the Khmer Language & Culture pathway study Khmer Language and Culture for 1.5 hours daily before continuing with either the Dual or International Programme in Secondary. Mandarin Chinese is taught as a subject in Secondary.	Bilingual teaching The school offers a bilingual program in Nursery and Reception (Ages 3-5) that enables learners to study in English alongside Khmer, French, or Mandarin.
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Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards 1) ChildSafe Movement — ChildSafe Star Partner (2 stars earned in 2024) — Footprints reports it has been recognised as a ChildSafe Movement Star Partner and that in 2024 the school earned two stars for its child-protection work; this is a formal recognition from the ChildSafe Movement (Friends-International) for steps taken toward strengthening child protection systems. (News post dated February 25, 2025). 2) Selected for the ASEAN–Australia BRIDGE Program (2025–2026) — Footprints reports it was selected to participate in the ASEAN–Australia BRIDGE Program, an initiative that connects schools across ASEAN and Australia; selection is a competitive recognition that affords professional learning and international collaboration opportunities. (News post dated February 24, 2025). Note: I searched the school website for other school-level awards or formal recognitions in the past five years (2021–2025) and did not find additional awards listed on the site beyond the items above and the school's WASC reaccreditation (which is listed under accreditations). All items above are taken from the school's publicly available news and programme pages.	Awards Based only on information publicly provided on the school website, there are no clearly dated, school-level awards listed for the past five years. The site does include a statement on the Principal's Welcome page that the school “has been recognised as one of the Top 10 international schools in Cambodia,” but that statement does not name the awarding organisation or give a date, so it cannot be verified from the school website alone as a dated award within the past five years. If you'd like, I can (a) search external sources to try to verify the “Top 10” recognition and find any other awards or formal accreditations not shown on the school site, or (b) contact the school (using the contact details on their site) and ask for a current list of accreditations and awards. Which would you prefer?
Accreditations	Accreditations 1) Accrediting Commission for Schools, Western Association of Schools and Colleges (ACS WASC) — The school states it is accredited by WASC; accreditation indicates the school has undergone an external, peer-review process focused on school improvement and student learning (Footprints notes reaccreditation in May 2023, valid through June 30, 2029). 2) Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) — Footprints is authorised to offer the Cambridge (CAIE) curriculum and Cambridge exams; this authorisation means the school can register learners for Cambridge qualifications that are internationally recognised. 3) International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) — The school states it is authorised to deliver the IEYC in its Early Childhood Programme; IEYC authorisation indicates the school follows an externally developed early-years curriculum framework for play-based, developmentally appropriate learning. 4) Licensed by the Cambodian Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport (MoEYS) — Footprints states it is licensed by MoEYS to offer the national programme and that Khmer-language study leads to the Cambodian national diploma; this licence indicates the school meets Cambodian regulatory requirements for delivering the national curriculum.	Accreditations On the school's website, Invictus Phnom Penh lists the following formal curricula/programmes (the site does not present a separate ‘accreditations' page or other accrediting organisations): - UK Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). One-line explanation: the EYFS is the UK framework for early childhood education (typically ages 3–5) that sets learning and development goals for nursery/reception and is used by schools to structure early years provision. - Cambridge Primary Curriculum (Grades 1–6). One-line explanation: the Cambridge Primary Curriculum is an internationally used, standards-based programme from Cambridge Assessment that defines learning goals across core subjects at primary level and helps prepare students for the Cambridge secondary pathway. - Cambridge Lower Secondary (Years 7–9) and Cambridge IGCSE (Grades 10–11). One-line explanation: Cambridge Lower Secondary prepares students for the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE); the IGCSE is an internationally recognised secondary qualification administered by Cambridge Assessment for students typically aged 14–16. - Cambridge International A-Levels (Grades 12–13). One-line explanation: Cambridge International A-Levels are advanced subject-based qualifications (typically taken over two years) recognised by universities worldwide and administered through Cambridge Assessment / UK examination boards. Note: the items above are taken from the school's curriculum pages and other pages of the Invictus Phnom Penh website. The site describes the school's use of these Cambridge programmes and EYFS but does not list other external accreditations (for example regional/international school accreditors such as CIS, WASC, etc.) on the publicly available pages I checked.
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Make an enquiry: Contact the Family Engagement / admissions team to start the process and to arrange a campus visit or initial conversation. The website lists a central enquiry phone number (017 222 084) and an online enquiry form; parents should be ready to state the child's name, proposed start date, grade and preferred campus (Toul Kork or Toul Tom Poung) when they call. Families who want a specific start date or a place in a popular year level should enquire early because places are limited per grade. 2. Family meeting and assessment: For Nursery–PreK2 the school arranges a family screening interview (Parent Liaison Officer) to review the child's social and academic development and discuss family expectations. For Kindergarten through Grade 12 the school requires age-appropriate Mathematics and Literacy placement tests; these tests must be scheduled in advance through the office. Expect the school to use the interview and/or test results to advise an appropriate placement and to identify any support needs. 3. Submit required documentation: The school requires specific documents at application stage: birth certificate or passport, previous school reports/transcripts, vaccination record, an official transfer document for the Khmer (national) curriculum for transfers in Grade 2 and above, and two 4 x 6 cm coloured photographs. Parents should prepare original documents and clear scanned copies; some items (for example transfer paperwork for MoEYS national programme students) can take time to obtain so factor that into your timeline. Check in advance whether documents must be certified or translated for your child's application. 4. School accounts and communication set-up: After paperwork is accepted the school provides Footprints email addresses for parents and students and uses that email for regular communication and Google Classroom access. Parents are asked to confirm they can access the school email (an IT representative will assist on site) because teachers and administrative notices will be sent there. If you prefer another primary contact method (phone/WhatsApp), confirm with admissions how that will be used alongside the official school email. 5. Bring-your-own-device and IT safety: Footprints requires students to bring devices for Google Classroom; the Enrollment Process specifies this policy applies to Grade 6–12 (parents are asked to bring a device to register during enrolment). The school's IT team installs a firewall and blocks social media, adult and non-educational sites on student devices — parents should be prepared to discuss acceptable-device types (laptop, Chromebook, tablet) and any device security questions at registration. If your child will join a lower grade, check with admissions whether different device expectations apply for that year. 6. Acceptance, payment and place confirmation: Once the school accepts a student, payment of the enrolment fee, capital and administration fees is required before attendance can start. The website notes the enrolment fee holds a child's place for only five working days (parents must complete requested forms and payments in that period) and that payment of the capital & administration fee will guarantee a place; the site also gives bank transfer details (ABA, beneficiary EDUINVEST INTERNATIONAL CO LTD, Account No. 000145244. and contact emails for confirming transfers. Parents should confirm the total first-year cost (tuition, capital/admin, books, placement-test fee and any applicable exam fees such as IGCSE/A‑Level), and ask for an itemised invoice before transferring funds.	Admissions 1. Submit the online application: Complete the Invictus Application Form to enter the school's applicant pool; the site states the form takes about 10–15 minutes to complete and you will receive a confirmation email and access to the parent/guardian portal after submission. Parents should have digital copies ready before starting (photo, identity documents, immunisation record where applicable) to avoid delays. Submission places the child in the applicant pool but does not guarantee an offer — the school will contact you with next steps. 2. Prepare and upload required documents: The school asks for the child's birth certificate, passport/Cambodian national ID, recent passport photo, and for older applicants recent school reports (last two years) — immunisation records are specifically requested for Nursery, Reception and Primary applicants. Also be ready to upload a parent/guardian passport or national ID as part of the application. Make sure documents are legible and current (dates, names) because incomplete documentation can slow processing. 3. Assessment and interview: For Year 1 to Year 13 applicants the school requires an admission assessment and an interview; Invictus prefers in-person assessment/interview but can accommodate remote arrangements. There is a USD 100 assessment fee for Year 1–13 applicants — plan to pay this when booking the assessment. The interview may be conducted by the Manager for Marketing and Admissions, Deputy Principal, or Principal and is used to check English proficiency, social fit and academic readiness. 4. Offer, contract and registration payment: If the student is accepted the school issues a formal offer letter; once the acceptance is signed the school generates the contract and an invoice for the one-time registration fee. The current published registration fee is USD 1,000 for the first child (USD 750 for a sibling) and is non‑refundable and non‑transferable — the place is considered secured only after the registration payment is received. Parents should read the contract and fee schedule carefully before signing because most fees are stated as non‑refundable and non‑transferable. 5. Complete pre‑start requirements and understand payment/withdrawal terms: Before the start date families may need to submit outstanding items such as photo release, medical forms, immunisation records or an acknowledgement of late commencement; confirm any required forms with admissions. Review the published payment schedule and withdrawal/refund policy: the site lists term/semester deadlines and a tuition refund scale (100% refund if written notice is received 60+ days before term start, 50% between 30–59 days, 0% under 30 days). Because invoice deadlines and term dates can change, confirm the exact payment dates and any applicable capital fees or additional charges with Admissions when you receive the invoice.
Scholarships	Scholarships The Footprints website and the official AY 2025–2026 fees document do not advertise a scholarship programme for fee remission or needs‑based awards. The published fee schedule does, however, list several fee concessions and commercial discounts that parents should be aware of: a 10% discount is noted for certain full‑year payments, sibling discounts (generally 15% for the second child and 20% for the third child) are explicitly listed, and there is a specified 15% promotional discount for certain early years (Nursery and Pre‑K1) for the 2025–2026 year. In addition, the school lists standard additional charges parents must budget for (placement‑test fee, book fees, Cambridge exam fees for IGCSE/AS/A levels, replacement document fees, etc.). If you need financial support or a specific scholarship, contact the Family Engagement / admissions team directly to ask whether any fee‑assistance, local bursaries or case‑by‑case arrangements are available — these are not described in the public documents.	Scholarships Invictus publishes a scholarship programme for students with outstanding academic performance or exceptional talent in music, sports or the arts, and for those with high potential in IGCSE/A‑level programmes. Scholarships require a formal application and shortlisted applicants are invited to an interview with the campus principal and the scholarship committee; awards and the number/amount of scholarships are determined by the committee based on achievement, prestige and quota. The published eligibility scope states scholarships are open to new students who have been offered a place and to existing students who meet the criteria; the school page specifies the scheme applies to students placed into Year 7 through Year 13. If you are interested, download and complete the scholarship application form from the school site and check the application window (the site notes the application window for existing students opens at the end of the school year).
Waitlist	Waitlist Footprints does not publish a formal, public waitlist policy on its website, but the admissions pages make clear there are limited places per grade and that an enrolment fee only holds a place for five working days. Because places are limited the school commonly manages capacity at grade level; third‑party school listings note that a waiting list is used for grades that are full. Practically, parents should assume a place is not secured until the required payments are completed (capital/administration fee in particular) and should ask admissions whether a waitlist exists for their child's target grade and how the school prioritises entries. For these points see the school's Enrollment/Fees pages and the published fees document.	Waitlist Invictus uses an applicant pool system: when an application is submitted a child is placed into the school's applicant pool, but the school does not publish a separate formal ‘waitlist policy' on its website. The applicant‑pool entry confirms the application has been received; whether and how the school holds or offers places from that pool is managed at the school's discretion and is not detailed publicly. Parents who want clarity about current availability, expected waiting times or how the pool is prioritised should contact Admissions directly (admissions@invictus.edu.kh or +855 92 222 868) to get up‑to‑date information for their child's year level.
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