Home of English International School vs Westbridge International School of Phnom Penh
Home of English International School and Westbridge International School of Phnom Penh are both in Phnom Penh, about 3 km apart. Both schools offer Bespoke programmes. Home of English International School also offers American, and Westbridge International School of Phnom Penh also offers Cambridge (Secondary). Published annual fees are KHR 18,967,700 - 19,997,548 at Home of English International School and KHR 15,518,052 - 39,702,030 at Westbridge International School of Phnom Penh, which puts Westbridge International School of Phnom Penh roughly 42% higher. Home of English International School takes pupils from 6 to 18, and Westbridge International School of Phnom Penh from 3 to 18.
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
03, Street 289, Sangkat Boeng Kak I, Khan Toul Kork, Phnom Penh
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
Nursery to Grade 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
Private International School
Pupil nationality mix
Pupil nationality mix
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Pupil nationality mix
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Additional learning support
Additional learning support
The school 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
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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
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Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation
No religious affiliation is stated on the school website.
Religious affiliation
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School day structure
School day structure
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School day structure
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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.
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
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Diving deeper
Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements
Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements
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Uniform requirement
Uniform requirement
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Uniform requirement
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Food options
Food options
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Food options
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House system
House system
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House system
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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
Founded in 2023 by a group of educators and business owners.
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
Cambridge Curriculum, internationally recognised, from Nursery to Grade 12.
Student teacher ratio
Student teacher ratio
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Student teacher ratio
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Exam results
Exam results
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Exam results
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Higher education progression
Higher education progression
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Higher education progression
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Gifted and talented
Gifted and talented
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Gifted and talented
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Academic calendar
Academic calendar
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Academic calendar
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Wellbeing & support
Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning
Social & emotional learning
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
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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)
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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
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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
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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
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Safeguarding policy
Safeguarding policy
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Safeguarding policy
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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
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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
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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
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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
Mandarin Chinese programme, Scratch Programming, Web Design courses, Summer Camp.
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
Founded in 2023 by a group of educators and business owners.
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
Internationally diverse community with teaching staff from the USA, Scotland, Poland, China, Philippines, and Canada.
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
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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
Scratch Programming, Web Design courses.
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
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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
Mandarin Chinese programme.
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
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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
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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
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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
Summer Camp programme.
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
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Language provision
English-medium instruction with Mandarin Chinese available as an additional language.
Bilingual teaching
Bilingual teaching
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Bilingual teaching
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Immersion programs
Immersion programs
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Immersion programs
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Reputation
Reputation
Awards
Awards
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Awards
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Accreditations
Accreditations
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Accreditations
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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.
