Home of English International School vs TIA International School of Phnom Penh

	H Home of English International School Phnom Penh, Cambodia	T TIA International School of Phnom Penh Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year KHR 18,967,700 - 19,997,548	Fees / year KHR 16,895,936 - 23,332,484
Age range	Age range 6 - 18 years	Age range 1½ - 17 years
Type	Type —	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum	Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English, Khmer	Instruction language English, Mandarin
Opened	Opened 1997	Opened —
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Head office and main playschool are in Boeung Keng Kang 3 (Street 360) in central Phnom Penh; the school also lists a Toul Kork branch (Street 1928) and a Prek Eng campus on National Road 1. Addresses and phone numbers for each campus are on the school's contact page.	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 Provision from playschool and kindergarten up through an International Program covering Grades 1–12; the site also lists a separate Khmer program and other children's programs.	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 Home of English presents itself as a private international day school (no boarding facilities are listed on the site). The school's material emphasises services for both expatriate and Khmer students.	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 website does not publish detailed information about Additional Learning Needs / special educational needs provision or specific learning‑support services. Parents with children who need extra support are advised to contact the school's admissions office directly for current details and any available assessments or support plans.	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 The school is located in Cambodia and does not state an affiliation to a particular national government; its International Program uses American‑style curricula (Calvert in lower grades and Keystone for high school).	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 No religious affiliation is stated on the school website.	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 —	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 The school's public pages do not describe a school bus or transport service. Because Home of English operates multiple campuses across Phnom Penh (BKK3, Toul Kork and Prek Eng), families often arrange private transport or enquire directly with the school about any route options; please contact the admissions team for up‑to‑date transport arrangements, route availability and costs.	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 - One-time registration (application) fee: KHR 1,002,500. Tuition fees by year group (annual and per-term equivalent) - Grades 1–4: Annual tuition total shown: KHR 18,907,150. If divided into three equal terms (simple arithmetic division), per term = KHR 6,302,383. - Grades 5–8: Annual tuition total shown: KHR 19,933,711. Per-term (three-way split) = KHR 6,644,570. - Grades 9–12: Annual tuition total shown: KHR 19,873,561. Per-term (three-way split) = KHR 6,624,520. - Typical first-year additional costs (one-off material/administration): Material cost KHR 902,250; total first-year package example for Grade 1 shown as KHR 19,909,651 (registration + material + annual tuition). Billing schedule and payment terms - A detailed billing schedule (term dates, standard instalment deadlines, or published multi‑term billing structure) is not available on the publicly listed tuition pages. The annual figures above are the published fee amounts; per-term values shown above are simple divisions of the annual total and used only as per‑term examples where a school bills in equal instalments. Boarding fees - Boarding is not listed as a service for Home of English campuses (the school operates multiple day campuses). No boarding fee schedule is published. Other costs (uniform, lunches, materials, activities) - A separate material charge is published (see Material Cost above). Specific published line items for uniform, transport, optional activities, or after‑school clubs are not available on the public fee pages. Parents should note that some schools charge additional optional fees (transport, lunch plans, uniforms, exam fees) which are not itemised in the public fee summary. Refunds and withdrawal - A public, detailed refund or withdrawal policy specific to the published tuition pages was not located on the public fee pages reviewed. No standard refund schedule is published alongside the fee summary. Fee payment options - Payment methods (bank transfer, credit card, cash, or cheque) are not detailed on the public fee pages. The school lists contact details for admissions and campus offices for payment enquiries. Summary of sources and coverage: Published annual tuition, registration and material amounts are available in the school fee summary used above. Several common items (detailed billing timetable, published per‑term invoices, uniform costs, explicit payment methods, a formal refund schedule, and boarding fees) are not itemised on the publicly available fee summary pages reviewed.	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).
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	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 Independent private international school in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Established in 1997 by Steve Billington. Operates four campuses: two in Boeung Keng Kang 3, plus the Sen Sok Branch and the Prek Eng Branch.	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 Home of English operates multiple streams—playschool & kindergarten, a Children's Program, an International Program (Grades 1–12) and a Khmer stream—plus a range of electives. The playschool and kindergarten curriculum is play‑based and skills‑focused, incorporating art, music, movement, sensory play, learning centers and a children's library to build early literacy and social‑emotional skills. The Children's Program (age six and up) follows an American‑style curriculum with full and half‑day options and explicit instruction in reading, writing, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, social studies, computer studies and oral conversation; class sizes are limited for individual attention. For Grades 1–8 the school uses Calvert and American textbooks to deliver an accredited international curriculum, and Grades 9–12 follow the Keystone National High School program—students receive an American High School Diploma on graduation. The Khmer Program runs K–12 on a Ministry‑approved syllabus preparing students for the Grade 12 national exam (the site reports a high pass rate), and electives include physical education, music, art and a beginner Chinese course.	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.
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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 The school's Playschool & Kindergarten page states that the curriculum “includes social-emotional practices” as part of classroom activities. The Children's Program also lists “character education” and the six C's (including collaboration and communication), which the website presents as part of students' personal and social development. The site describes an English-immersion environment where beginners learn through interaction with teachers and peers, which the school frames as supporting social skills and peer learning. The website does not, however, describe a named SEL curriculum, dedicated SEL team, or specific pastoral staff roles on its public pages.	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 school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) support on its website. For general contact details for enquiries the site provides phone numbers and email addresses for its head office and branches.	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 The website describes an English-immersion environment and explicitly notes that beginners learn from teachers and peers in classroom settings. The International Program page also notes the school serves expatriate and advanced Khmer students using Calvert and Keystone materials, indicating an international/English-medium curriculum for a mixed student body. The site does not, however, describe a separate or named EAL programme, dedicated EAL staff, or pull-out EAL support on its public pages.	English as an additional language The school does not publicly disclose information regarding EAL.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing The About page states the school aims to create a “mindful student body” and to provide a safe and nurturing environment. The Playschool & Kindergarten page also describes support for the child and family by offering a “safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment.” The website does not publicly describe specific mental-health programmes, school counsellors, or named wellbeing staff on its pages.	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 does not publicly disclose information regarding safeguarding and child protection policies on its website. For enquiries the website lists contact details for its head office and branches.	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.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Home of English International School operates four campuses in Phnom Penh: two in Boeng Keng Kang 3 (Head Office and Playschool & Kindergarten), the Sen Sok Branch, and the Prek Eng Branch. The Head Office campus features outdoor playgrounds and computer labs. The Playschool & Kindergarten campus supports early-years learning as part of the school's network. The four campuses collectively accommodate programs for early years through secondary levels.	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 Outdoor playgrounds at the Head Office campus support outdoor activities. The facilities gallery shows playground spaces across the Head Office site.	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The school operates four Phnom Penh campuses: Head Office and Playschool & Kindergarten in Boeng Keng Kang 3, plus the Sen Sok Branch and the Prek Eng Branch. Head Office includes computer labs. Programs available include Playschool & Kindergarten, Children's Program, International Program, Khmer Program, and Electives. English is the language of instruction across the programs.	Academic facilities The school provides high-quality education with an international curriculum and a holistic approach to learning.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Electives are offered as part of the program options. The program structure supports activities beyond core academics.	Extra curricular facilities —
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Home of English International was established in 1997 by Steve Billington as a private international school in Phnom Penh. The school operates multiple campuses (two in Boeng Keng Kang 3 plus branches in Sen Sok and Prek Eng) to serve different parts of the city. Its stated motto is “a place where people care,” and the school notes ongoing donations and engagement with charities and orphanages in Cambodia. Ownership is private and the school emphasizes affordable, community-focused education.	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 The school describes itself as a diverse, nurturing community focused on academic, social and personal development and on “building a community” that welcomes families and staff. The website highlights charitable outreach and community-minded activities as part of student development. The site also maintains a calendar and events section for the school, though individual event listings and recent community-program details are not prominent on the public pages.	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 Home of English website does not publish a dedicated Parent Teacher Association (PTA) page or detailed PTA roster, meeting minutes, or event listings. An alumni page is marked “under construction,” and the public site focuses on programs, campuses and a calendar rather than explicit parent‑governance structures. Because specific PTA information isn't available on the site, parents typically contact the school directly to learn about parent committees, volunteer opportunities, fundraising drives, classroom support, or event coordination; if you need contact details or recent PTA activity, the school's Contact page or main office would be the best next step. (Note: the statements above about the absence of published PTA information and the recommendation to contact the school are based on the content and structure visible on the school website.)	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The International Program combines the Calvert Program in the early grades with Keystone National High School in grades 9–12. It uses American textbooks and accredited courses, and graduation yields an American High School Diploma issued by Keystone. Keystone credits are accepted at more than 140 colleges and universities. The elementary and middle school curriculum covers reading, writing, math, science, geography, world history, art, and health, with a focus on developing critical thinking, creativity, and a love of learning.	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 Music program provides foundational skills, including instrument technique and music notation, and involves group performances to build listening and collaboration. The Art program supports visual arts across grade levels, fostering creativity and technical proficiency. The Arts Corner and related resources supply a wide range of materials to support creative expression.	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 Khmer Program uses a curriculum approved by the Cambodian Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport, with about 95% of students passing the Grade 12 National Exam each year. Home of Khmer began in 2003 and offers Khmer education from Kindergarten through Grade 12 across branches. The school also offers a Beginner Chinese Program that teaches fundamentals of Chinese, including pinyin, tones, pronunciation, and basic character writing, exposing students to language and culture. The Children's Program provides an immersion-English environment, and the English Curriculum includes reading, writing, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, social studies, computer studies, and conversation.	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 Physical Education is part of the weekly class rotation, with instruction, intramural games, and interscholastic competition to build teamwork and sportsmanship. Extracurricular activities include sports, music, drama, and community service opportunities as part of the Keystone program.	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.
Community & service	Community & service Keystone program extracurriculars include community service opportunities that foster social responsibility. The school emphasizes leadership development and the cultivation of professional skills through student programs and activities.	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Keystone National High School emphasizes leadership development, career development, and professional skills as part of its high school program, alongside opportunities for participation in sports, music, drama, and community service.	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Students participate in regular Physical Education, intramural and interscholastic activities designed to promote physical health and teamwork. The program structure supports a balanced approach to academic learning, arts, sports, and social engagement to foster well-being and global citizenship.	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 —	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.
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Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
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Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Initial enquiry and campus selection (What to do first). Contact the admissions team to start — Home of English lists a head office and separate phone/email contacts for the Playschool/Kindergarten and branch campuses; parents should phone or email the campus that is most convenient because availability, age ranges and office hours can differ by campus. Save the admissions contact details and note which campus the enquiry is for (Head Office, Playschool & Kindergarten, Toul Kork or Prek Eng). For contact details and campus phone numbers/emails see the school's contact page. 2. Arrange a visit or information meeting (School tour and program choice). Ask for a school tour or an in-person/virtual information meeting so you can confirm which program you need (Playschool & Kindergarten, Children's program, International program Grades 1–12, or Khmer program) and see classrooms and facilities. During the visit, request sample timetables, class sizes, language support options and the program curriculum so you can compare what will suit your child — the site describes multiple program tracks including an International program based on Calvert/Keystone materials. Bring a list of specific questions (transport, uniforms, lunch, after-school options). 3. Application form and required documents (what to prepare). Ask admissions for the official application form and the exact document checklist — common documents schools require include the child's birth certificate/passport, recent school reports or transcripts, immunisation records, proof of residence, parental ID and passport copies, and passport-sized photos; however Home of English's website does not publish a detailed, machine-readable “required documents” list, so you should confirm the exact list with admissions before you prepare originals. Also ask whether documents must be notarised or translated and whether electronic copies are acceptable for the first submission. 4. Placement assessment and interview (how placement is decided). For entry to the International program the school indicates use of the Calvert/Keystone curriculum, so expect some form of placement assessment or review of prior reports to ensure correct year/level placement; for younger children there may be informal observation rather than formal testing. Ask admissions which assessments are used (English reading, writing, maths or an interview) and whether assessments can be done in advance or on the day of enrolment. If English is not your child's first language, ask about language support and whether a separate English-proficiency check will affect placement. 5. Offer, fees and payment (confirm costs and deadlines). If a place is offered you will normally receive an offer or invoice that lists one‑time and annual fees and payment deadlines; Home of English publishes tuition/fee information (see external fee summary below) and the school charges a registration/one‑time fee plus annual tuition and material costs for the first year. Before paying confirm which fees are refundable, the accepted payment methods, and whether there are installment options or deadlines that could affect enrolment. Use the specific figures in the school's fee schedule or confirm the current amounts with admissions — published fee figures for 2025/2026 are available from third‑party fee listings and should be verified with the school. 6. Enrollment confirmation, orientation and start dates. After payment and paperwork the school will confirm enrolment and give you orientation information (start date, uniform list, school calendar, bus or lunch registration). Check the school calendar and events page for the academic term start/holidays and any parent orientation dates — the school posts a calendar but does not publish a detailed online enrolment timeline. Keep a printed or digital copy of the signed contract/receipt and confirm the child's class teacher and room before the first day. 7. After enrolment: ongoing administration and re-enrolment. Note deadlines for re-enrolment, fee changes and school communications (news, events, parent meetings) and keep the school updated if your contact details change. If you expect a mid-year arrival or departure, ask admissions about mid‑term intake, prorated fees, and notice periods for withdrawal. If you need an official school letter for visa or work purposes, request it from the admissions office well in advance. (Important note) I did not find a dedicated, detailed “Admissions” page or a published step‑by‑step admissions checklist on the school website as of December 30, 2025, so the school's admissions office is the best source for the precise current steps, required documents, assessment formats and payment policies.	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 —	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 —	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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