New Gateway International School vs Paragon International School

	N New Gateway International School Phnom Penh, Cambodia	P Paragon International School Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year KHR 13,179,041 - 23,907,101	Fees / year KHR 22,077,001 - 42,929,731
Age range	Age range 2 - 18 years	Age range 2 - 17 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE	Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, British Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils 1,100
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size 12
Instruction language	Instruction language English, Mandarin, Khmer	Instruction language English, Khmer
Opened	Opened 2011	Opened 1997
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location NGIS has campuses in Phnom Penh: Campus 1 is near the Olympic Stadium (No. 2, corner of St. 156 & 211, Sangkat Veal Vong, Khan 7 Makara) and Campus 2 is in the Sen Sok area near Phnom Penh International Airport (Lot 360, Oknha Try Heng, Sangkat Phnom Penh Themy, Khan Sen Sok). Both campuses are in urban Phnom Penh with road access to central neighbourhoods; parents typically travel by car or motorbike-taxi and public transport is available nearby.	Location Paragon International School is located in the Svay Pak / Russey Keo area of Phnom Penh (Building No. 402, Plov Lom, Phum Lor Kombor, Sangkat Svay Pak, Khan Russey Keo). The campus is accessible from major parts of the city and the school lists a single consolidated campus address on its website.
Stages	Stages NGIS runs Early Years (Nursery/Preschool/Kindergarten), Primary (P1–P6) and Secondary (Forms/Years up to upper secondary) and prepares students for Cambodian high‑school certification alongside UK/Cambridge and Oxford/A‑level–style qualifications. The school describes an Early Years programme (IEYC) and Cambridge/UK pathways in primary and secondary.	Stages The school runs Kindergarten, Primary and Secondary programmes (age bands shown as Kindergarten 2–5, Primary 6–11, Secondary 12–17). Age-level details and grade distribution are published on the school site.
School type	School type NGIS is a tri‑lingual day school (instruction in Khmer, English and Chinese) that accepts both boys and girls; the school's public materials describe day programmes and do not list any boarding provision.	School type Paragon ISC is an independent international day school offering programmes from early years through Grade 12; the school operates multiple campus sections (Kindergarten, Primary, Secondary). The school website and campus pages do not advertise boarding facilities.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support The school lists general facilities such as a nursing service, library, laboratories and extra‑curricular activities but does not publish a dedicated learning‑support/SEN policy on its public pages. If your child needs formal additional learning support, contact the school admissions office with reports and assessment information so they can describe available in‑school or external support.	Additional learning support Paragon publishes a Learning Support page describing a dedicated Learning Support department that works with teachers, teaching assistants and parents, runs awareness events (for example on dyslexia and ADHD), and participates in local SEN networks. The school uses in‑school interventions and refers to external specialists when needed.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation NGIS is based in Cambodia and is not presented as being affiliated to another country; its curriculum information shows delivery of the Cambodian national programme alongside Cambridge/UK and approved Chinese language programmes.	Country affiliation The school is registered in Cambodia and is authorised/recognised by the Cambodian Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports; it also delivers Cambridge (CAIE) qualifications and holds international accreditation (CIS).
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation The school's public information does not indicate any religious affiliation; programmes and materials describe secular academic and language programmes.	Religious affiliation Paragon ISC does not list any religious affiliation on its public ‘About' and accreditation pages; the provision is presented as secular/international.
School day structure	School day structure Timings differ by level. Preschool/Kindergarten sessions run roughly 08:00–11:00 (morning English), lunch 11:00–13:00, afternoon sessions in Chinese and Khmer through about 16:30. Primary (P1–P6) and Secondary (Form 1–6) typically run 07:30–11:45, lunch 11:45–12:20 and afternoon classes 12:20–16:30. Check current term timetables with the school as exact times can vary.	School day structure Published information from school‑profile sources indicates a typical school day with families able to drop off from about 07:50 and school finishing around 15:30; exact start/finish times can vary by year group and term, so confirm with admissions for your child's year.
Bus service details	Bus service details NGIS advertises a school bus/transportation service on its public pages but does not publish route maps or a named provider on the website; details (routes, stops, fees and safety arrangements) are handled by the school and should be requested from Admissions. Contact details for the campuses and admissions are available on the school site.	Bus service details The school coordinates a contracted bus service for student commuting and lists a transport/registration page with contact details for bus enquiries; routes are organised into pickup/drop‑off zones and fees depend on location (term‑ or annual‑based payment options). For route details and registration you should contact the school transport team.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application / Registration fees - One‑time registration fee: KHR 40,100. - One‑time administration (enrolment) fee: KHR 802,000. Tuition fees (annual) — detailed by year group - Nursery 2 (age 2): KHR 13,072,600 per year. - Kindergarten 1 (age 3): KHR 13,152,800 per year. - Kindergarten 2 (age 4): KHR 13,273,100 per year. - Kindergarten 3 (age 5): KHR 13,273,100 per year. - Grade 1 (age 6): KHR 14,576,350 per year. - Grade 2 (age 7): KHR 14,616,450 per year. - Grade 3 (age 8): KHR 14,656,550 per year. - Grade 4 (age 9): KHR 15,659,050 per year. - Grade 5 (age 10): KHR 15,699,150 per year. - Grade 6 (age 11): KHR 15,739,250 per year. - Grade 7 (age 12): KHR 16,741,750 per year. - Grade 8 (age 13): KHR 16,741,750 per year. - Grade 9 (age 14): KHR 16,741,750 per year. - Grade 10 (age 15): KHR 19,047,500 per year. - Grade 11 (age 16): KHR 21,613,901 per year. - Grade 12 (age 17): KHR 23,859,501 per year. Per‑term amounts - The school's public listing provides annual fee amounts; a per‑term breakdown is not published on the public fee page. Where parents require a termly invoice, the school's admissions/accounts office issues billing details directly. Billing schedule and payment terms - A specific billing schedule (term dates for invoicing, instalment options, late‑payment penalties) is not published in the publicly available fee summary. Invoicing and payment terms are managed by the school's accounts/admissions office. Boarding fees - No boarding or residential fees are listed in the school's public fee information; the school operates as a day school and does not publish boarding charges. Other compulsory costs and extras - Book/materials charge example (shown in the first‑year breakdown for Kindergarten 1): KHR 882,200. - The public fee summary lists registration/admin/book fees as separate items; other items commonly billed by schools (uniform, transport, meal plans, exam or activity fees) are not itemised in the published fee table and may be charged separately. Refund information - The school's public fee summary does not publish a detailed refund policy. Refunds, if any, for deposits or tuition would be governed by the school's internal fee and admissions policy and handled by the accounts office. Fee payment options - The school's public pages do not list specific accepted payment methods (bank transfer, credit card, etc.). For payment methods and invoicing details, contact the school's accounts or admissions office.	Fee details Application fees - Toddler–Pre-K: USD 60 (payable once on application). - KG–Grade 12: USD 120 (payable once on application). (These application fees are non‑refundable and non‑transferable.) One‑time enrolment / initial fees - Enrolment (one‑time on acceptance): Toddler–Pre‑K USD 750; KG–Grade 12 USD 1,500. These enrolment fees are non‑refundable and non‑transferable. Annual registration and capital fees - Registration (annual): USD 850 (paid annually; non‑refundable). - Capital fee (annual): Toddler–Pre‑K USD 600; KG–Grade 12 USD 1,200 (payable annually in two instalments; non‑refundable). Tuition fees — annual amounts by year group (USD, annual) - Kindergarten: Toddler (half day) USD 4,650; Toddler (full day) USD 5,500; Nursery half day USD 4,650; Nursery full day USD 5,500; Pre‑K (full day) USD 6,875; K (full day) USD 6,875. - Primary (Bilingual / International examples): Grade 1 Bilingual USD 7,660 / International USD 11,250; Grades 2–3 Bilingual ~USD 7,660 / International USD 11,250; Grades 4–6 Bilingual ~USD 7,970 / International USD 11,970. - Secondary (Bilingual / International examples): Grades 7–9 Bilingual USD 9,340 / International USD 12,910; Grades 10–12 Bilingual USD 9,720 / International USD 13,620. (Annual tuition varies by programme, campus and transfer status.) Billing schedule and payment terms - Payment options: full payment (early full payment discount: USD 100) or instalments. - Instalment schedules published include a two‑instalment option (1st due 31 August; 2nd due 31 December) or a four‑instalment option (1st due 31 August; 2nd due 31 October; 3rd due 31 December; 4th due 28 February). - Late payment penalties: USD 50 if less than 30 days overdue; USD 100 if over 30 days overdue. (If paying by instalments, equal splits of the annual tuition across the chosen number of instalments is a common practice — the dates above are the published due dates; instalment amounts will be set on the invoice / enrolment agreement.) Boarding - No boarding programme is listed for Paragon ISC; the school operates as a day school. Other costs and optional fees - Transport (school bus), lunch, clubs, external exam fees, extra uniforms and additional textbooks and co‑curricular charges are charged in addition to tuition; amounts vary by service. One set of school uniform and one PE set plus main subject textbooks are provided on registration. Refund information - The school explicitly states that application, enrolment, registration and capital fees are non‑refundable and non‑transferable. Refund rules for tuition or other charges are determined in the enrolment agreement and invoicing (no separate general tuition refund schedule is published on the public fee pages). Payment methods - Onsite payment at the Finance Office; online payment (enter school ID in payment remarks); bank transfer to ABA Bank (PARAGON EDUCATION CO., LTD.) with campus‑specific account numbers provided by the school. The school publishes bank transfer details on the fee page.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement One set of school uniforms and one PE uniform are provided to each student upon registration.
Food options	Food options —	Food options The school has a canteen that provides breakfast and lunch with a wide range of food options, catering to dietary requirements and tastes.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership —	Governance and ownership The school is governed by a School Board. It is certified by the Cambodian Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports (MoEYS) and Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE), and Paragon International School is a registered Cambridge examination centre; it has accreditation from the Council of International Schools (CIS).
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details New Gateway International School runs a continuous programme from Early Years to Secondary that uses the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) in Early Years and integrates the Cambodian national curriculum with a UK-based curriculum across Primary and Secondary. The school's materials describe the Primary/Secondary programme as Cambridge-based with IELTS preparation and testing, and its homepage also states it has adopted the Oxford (Oxford AQA) curriculum from Early Years through A Level. Instruction is trilingual (Khmer, English and Chinese) with integrated Chinese language and culture taught across stages. Graduating students receive the Cambodian High School Certificate and pursue internationally recognised UK qualifications (Cambridge and, where offered, Oxford AQA IGCSE/A‑Level credentials) in upper secondary. The full curriculum covers core subjects (mathematics, sciences, languages and the arts), project-based learning and extracurricular programmes, supported by laboratories, library and ICT resources, and is delivered in alignment with the Cambodian Ministry of Education.	Curriculum details Paragon ISC's Kindergarten (ages 3–6) follows the Cambridge Early Years framework, organised into six learning areas: Communication, Creative Expression, Mathematics, Personal, Social & Emotional Development, Physical Development and Understanding the World. Primary (Grades 1–6) integrates the Cambodian National Curriculum with the Cambridge Primary International Curriculum and teaches core programmes such as English, Chinese, Khmer, mathematics, science, ICT, global perspectives, art, music, PE and robotics. Secondary offers both a Bilingual pathway (national curriculum in Khmer with selected Cambridge subjects) and an International pathway based on Cambridge: Cambridge Lower Secondary (ages 11–14), a two‑year IGCSE in Grades 9–10, and Cambridge Advanced (AS/A Levels) for pre‑university study, with subjects organised into Languages, Humanities, Sciences, Mathematics and Creative/ICT/PE. Paragon states its International Programme high‑school diploma is submitted to the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport for equivalency with the national Grade 12 diploma; International Programme students are exempt from the Grade 6/9/12 national exams, while local students in the International stream must complete Khmer language, history and culture requirements for equivalency. The school also provides Cambridge assessment services (including Young Learners of English), functions as an SAT test centre, and runs extensive co‑curricular clubs, college counselling and awards (e.g., Duke of Edinburgh) to support student development and university progression.
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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 describes a “safe and accepting” and community‑based approach that emphasises student maturity, problem‑solving, values (compassion, self‑discipline) and leadership development, delivered across its curriculum from Early Years to Secondary. The Academics page also notes use of the IEYC in Early Years and regular teacher–parent conferences to support student development and personal growth. These statements indicate SEL is embedded through school culture, curriculum choices and home–school communication rather than a separately published SEL programme. The site does not list a named, standalone SEL curriculum or a designated SEL coordinator. For these descriptions, see the school's Academics and About pages.	Social & emotional learning Paragon describes structured programmes and school-wide activities that support students' social and emotional development, including a Character Education strand, the Paragon Student Council, house leadership opportunities, and a broad co‑curricular programme. The Learning Support team works with the Welfare and Counselling Department to provide emotional and social support and to help students develop independence and confidence. The school cites classroom differentiation, small‑group interventions and collaboration between teachers, Learning Support staff and welfare staff as part of this provision. Student leadership (house captains) and celebration events are highlighted as routes for leadership and social development.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The school's official website does not publicly describe a dedicated Special Educational Needs (SEN) department, a list of supported needs, or a specialist SEN unit. The site highlights general student support measures (face‑to‑face teaching, parent conferences and facilities) but does not specify which types of SEN it can support or name SEN staff. A third‑party report (Education Cambodia) has described NGIS activity linked to an Early Years/Special Needs preschool in coverage of school events, but that report is external to the school's own published materials. Therefore, on the basis of the school's official site there is no published evidence that NGIS is a specialist SEN institution.	Special educational needs (SEN) Paragon's Learning Support Services state they provide targeted help for students with mild learning difficulties (e.g., reading, writing, numeracy), processing challenges, attention and focus issues, and social–emotional development. Provision includes in‑class support, small‑group or one‑to‑one interventions, and Individualised Education Plans (IEPs) overseen by a Learning Support Coordinator. The school explicitly says it does not provide a complete/specialist SEN programme and that it refers families to external specialists when needs exceed the school's capacity. Support for English language acquisition is provided in coordination with ESL where required.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language NGIS's published curriculum information states it delivers Cambridge English language proficiency programmes, Cambridge/UK curriculum pathways and offers IELTS training and testing, and the site includes a page explaining the CEFR — indicating formal English language assessment and tuition are part of its provision. Early Years uses the IEYC and the school runs tri‑lingual programmes (Khmer, English, Chinese), which together suggest English language learning is integrated across year groups. The website does not, however, publish a separate “EAL” policy or a named EAL team/coordinator on the pages reviewed. For details see the Academics and FAQs pages.	English as an additional language Paragon lists English as a Second Language as a named programme in its Primary curriculum and runs Cambridge‑aligned ESL clubs (Starters, Movers, Flyers, A2 Key, Checkpoint ESL). The Learning Support page also notes formal ESL/ESL coordination between Learning Support and the school's ESL provision for students who need additional language support. The site therefore documents both an in‑curriculum ESL programme and targeted coordination for students requiring extra English support. The school does not publish individual staff names for the ESL team on the pages reviewed.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing The school's published materials state that NGIS aims to provide a supportive, safe and accepting environment and lists regular teacher‑parent conferences and on‑site nursing services as part of student care. The Academics page emphasises personal development, values and community‑based learning, and the About page lists a nursing service and extracurricular activities (sports, arts) that contribute to student wellbeing. The website does not publish a distinct mental health/counselling policy or identify named counsellors or a pastoral team on the pages reviewed. If you need confirmation of counselling or mental‑health staff and programmes, the school's contact details are provided for direct enquiry.	Mental wellbeing The school's Safeguarding and Student Welfare material describes a Student Welfare (Welfare and Counselling) function that provides developmental, preventative and remedial services aimed at students' social and personal needs. Learning Support explicitly records that it collaborates with the Welfare and Counselling Department to provide emotional support addressing confidence, peer relationships, anxiety and adjustment. Paragon frames wellbeing as part of its wider pastoral and academic provision and says staff and parents share responsibility for student wellbeing. The website does not list named counsellors on the pages reviewed.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The school's Academics page states NGIS aims to provide a “safe and accepting academic environment,” but the school website does not publish a standalone child‑protection or safeguarding policy or name a designated safeguarding lead on the pages reviewed (as of December 30, 2025). There is therefore a statement of general safety and community approach but no publicly posted, detailed safeguarding policy located on the school site pages examined. For specifics or an official safeguarding policy, prospective parents should request the school's child‑protection documentation directly.	Safeguarding Paragon publishes a Safeguarding and Child Protection page stating the school has a Safeguarding Policy and is committed to preventing and responding to child abuse; the page gives a designated reporting contact ([email protected]) for concerns. The site explains the Safeguarding Policy establishes internal measures, makes safeguarding an organisational priority, and positions the Student Welfare department as a key part of wellbeing and child protection. The school's recruitment information also says staff must supply criminal background checks and relevant disclosures as part of hiring, which the site presents as part of its safeguarding arrangements. Together these pages describe policy, reporting routes and personnel‑check processes rather than detailed operational procedures on the public site.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview NGIS operates across multiple campuses in Phnom Penh. Campus 1 is near Olympic Stadium at No. 2 corner street 156 & 211, Sangkat Veal Vong, Khan 7 Makara. Campus 2 is near the airport at Lot 360, Oknha Try Heng (2011) Kouk Kneang Village, Sangkat Phnom Penh Themy, Khan Sen Sok. Campus 3 is No. #32, St. 139, Sangkat Veal Vong, Khan 7 Makara. Classrooms are air-conditioned and the school provides a research library, a research laboratory, a computer laboratory, and a video room. A sport club includes swimming, soccer, and running; nursing service and a sanitary canteen are available.	Facilities overview The campus consolidates Kindergarten, Primary and Secondary on a single, purpose-built, secure site. It includes science laboratories, ICT and robotics suites, studios, and a broad set of sports facilities. It features two libraries and collaborative learning spaces to support independent and group work. The campus includes a main entrance, a playground or sports field, a sports field or court, a library and labs, and green spaces.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities NGIS has a sport club that includes swimming, soccer, and running. Physical education is part of the curriculum across campuses. Students participate in organized sports and outdoor activities as part of the extracurricular program. Coaches and instructors support skill development in these activities. Participation emphasizes teamwork, fitness, and sportsmanship.	Sports facilities Paragon ISC's campus includes on-site spaces for physical education and team sports. There is a playground or sports field and a sports field or courts on the campus. These facilities are integrated within the main campus that serves Kindergarten through Secondary. The facilities support school-wide athletic activities and physical education programmes.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities NGIS offers a tri-lingual academic program with Khmer General Programs authorized by the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport, Cambridge English Language Proficiency programs, and Chinese Language Programs authorized by the Chinese Republic. The school holds MoEYS licensing. Students participate in Cambodian National Examinations in grades 6, 9, and 12 and receive a Cambodian Graduation Certificate. NGIS offers the Oxford Curriculum from Early Years to A Level and graduates may obtain Oxford qualifications in addition to the Cambodian certificate. Proficiency is in English, Chinese, and Khmer.	Academic facilities The campus provides science laboratories for experiments and practical work. ICT and robotics suites support digital learning and engineering activities. Studios support media, arts, and collaborative projects. There are two libraries to support research and study, along with collaborative learning spaces.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Extra-curricular activities include arts, music, study tours, and other outdoor activities. The school also provides nursing services and supports a range of student welfare initiatives. Extracurricular activities are integrated with the academic program. Students have opportunities for experiential learning through study tours. Activities emphasize personal development alongside academic progress.	Extra curricular facilities Paragon ISC offers co-curricular and extra-curricular activities, including clubs and competitions and a Paragon Student Union. A Parents Club (PTA) supports school life. The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is offered at Paragon ISC.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History New Gateway International School (NGIS) was established in 2011 by Madam Bun Nary, who is described on the school's materials as having extensive management experience and an honorary doctorate. The school grew from a single campus into multiple campuses in Phnom Penh, opening a second campus in 2017. Public records and reporting note the school's company incorporation date as 2012 and list Bun Nary as a director for the original company; later campus entities are registered under different directors. These founding and corporate details are stated on the school's site and have been summarized in recent reporting.	History Paragon International School Cambodia was founded in 1997 and was formerly known as Zaman International School. The school is governed by a School Board and has developed in stages, adding a secondary campus in 2005, a purpose-built primary campus in 2010, and a dedicated kindergarten campus in 2012. The institution rebranded to Paragon ISC in 2018 as it aligned more deliberately with international accreditation and university pathways. In 2025 the school opened a purpose-built main campus at Land № 402, Plov Lom (Svay Pak), consolidating kindergarten, primary and secondary facilities and expanding its laboratories, libraries and sports spaces.
Community	Community NGIS describes itself as a trilingual school offering Khmer, English and Chinese language programs, and it runs regular academic and extracurricular activities tied to those language streams. The school publishes regular news and photo updates showing events such as Chinese public-speaking competitions, student awards, and campus ceremonies. In 2025, NGIS staff and management also participated in a national “Solidarity March,” which the school framed as a civic engagement activity. Local news and the school's own news pages provide details of these community and cultural activities.	Community Paragon ISC's community combines students, families and staff through a programme of clubs, competitions and whole-school events that aim to involve learners beyond the classroom. Regular activities include after-school clubs (STEM, robotics, arts and sports), participation in national and international competitions, and whole‑school cultural celebrations such as International Holidays, charity week and seasonal events like Halloween. The school also promotes parent–school connections through the Paragon Student Union and the Parents Club, which help coordinate social and community activities.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association NGIS organizes routine parent–teacher conferences (PTCs) each semester across its campuses; the school's news pages list specific PTC dates and describe teacher–parent meetings where student progress and awards are discussed. Photo galleries and news posts show parents attending conferences, award presentations by school leaders, and meetings held separately at each campus. The school has also reported events that engage parents more broadly, such as moving-up certificate ceremonies and semester update meetings where student councils are recognised. Published notices and newsletters indicate the school runs occasional parent workshops and schedules PTCs as part of its academic calendar. For detailed, current PTA meeting schedules or formal PTA governance documents you can contact the school directly via the addresses listed on its contact page.	Parent teacher association The Paragon Parents Club (PTA) is an active part of school life, bringing together parents, teachers and school leaders to support student wellbeing and learning. The PTA's stated purposes include strengthening home–school partnerships, creating opportunities for parent participation, and organising events that bring families together. Typical PTA activities listed on the school site include family days, cultural celebrations, parenting workshops, school fairs and fundraising drives. Parent involvement is organised through grade-level parent representatives who meet regularly with teachers, coordinators and the leadership team to share feedback and plan initiatives. The PTA also supports clubs and school projects through volunteering and small-scale contributions, and membership or representative roles are appointed or elected at the start of each academic year.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual —	Academic & intellectual Paragon International School provides three educational pathways: Kindergarten (ages 2-5), Primary (ages 6-11), and Secondary (ages 12-17). The curriculum includes Cambridge International Examinations and Cambridge Assessment Admissions Testing, plus the Young Learners English program and a Cambridge-based assessment framework. The school is a SAT Test Centre and follows the DHQL & Teaching and Learning Framework. Learning Support Services and Career & College Counselling are available to students.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language The school offers language programmes including Chinese Language Programme, French Language Programme, and Khmer Language Programme for International Students.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies Clubs and competitions are part of school life, including the Paragon Student Union. The Parents Club (PTA) participates in school activities. The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is offered at Paragon ISC.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional Student leadership development is supported through the Paragon Student Union and house leadership structures. The school provides Career & College Counselling to help students prepare for higher education and professional pathways.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing —	Lifestyle & wellbeing The school provides a safe and supportive environment for students. It aims to balance academic achievement with character, resilience and leadership, fostering holistic development.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision Languages taught are Khmer, English, and Chinese. Khmer General Programs follow the Cambodian MoEYS framework. English instruction uses the Cambridge English language programs. Chinese language programs are integrated into the curriculum; the school delivers IEYC in Early Years and Cambridge in Primary/Secondary, with IELTS available.	Language provision The school offers three language programmes: Chinese Language Programme, French Language Programme, and Khmer Language Programme for International Students.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The school provides a tri-lingual curriculum in Khmer, Chinese, and English for Primary and Secondary. The Khmer General Programs are authorized by the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport. Cambridge English Language Proficiency programs are offered to support English language learning. An integrated Chinese language program supports Chinese language development across grade levels.	Bilingual teaching The school offers two curricular pathways: an International programme and a Bilingual programme. The International programme follows the Cambridge International Curriculum; all courses are taught in English and students may study a foreign language as well. For diploma equivalency, local students complete Khmer Language and Khmer History. The International programme leads through Cambridge Early Years and Primary, Cambridge Lower Secondary, Cambridge Upper Secondary (IGCSE), and Cambridge Advanced Levels (AS/A Levels). The Bilingual programme follows the Khmer National Curriculum with Cambridge subjects taught in English; to earn a National Diploma, students must pass the Grade 6, Grade 9, and Grade 12 examinations. Students may switch from the bilingual to the international programme at the end of the academic year, but not the reverse.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs Language instruction is integrated across the curriculum in Khmer, English, and Chinese. Students learn in three languages throughout Primary and Secondary. Early Years follows the IEYC framework with exposure to all three languages. IELTS training and testing is available as part of language offerings.	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations Below are the accreditations, authorisations and programme affiliations shown on New Gateway International School's own website (each line cites the page where the school itself states the item): - Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport (MoEYS) — officially licensed by Cambodia's MoEYS. This is the government authorisation that allows NGIS to deliver the Cambodian national curriculum and register students for the national examinations (grades 6, 9 and 12). - Oxford / Oxford AQA affiliation — the school states it is the first “Oxford School in Cambodia” and that it offers the Oxford curriculum from Early Years through A Level (an affiliation the website describes as providing Oxford qualifications). This indicates the school delivers Oxford/AQA curriculum materials and qualifications as described on its site. - Cambridge (UK Cambridge curriculum and Cambridge English assessments) — the site says NGIS delivers the UK Cambridge curriculum in Primary and Secondary and that students sit Cambridge English assessments (mapped to the CEFR). The school describes students graduating with UK Cambridge qualifications. (The website presents this as the school's curriculum and assessment programmes.) - IELTS (training and testing) — the school states it provides IELTS training and testing as part of its academic programme. On the school site this is described as an offering to prepare students for that internationally recognised English test. - IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum) — the site states NGIS delivers the IEYC program in Early Years (an international early-years curriculum the school lists as part of its offerings). - Chinese language programmes (authorisation stated by the school) — the About page states NGIS runs Chinese language programmes “authorized by the Chinese Republic.” The site presents this as an authorised element of the school's tri-lingual programme. Note: I have listed the items exactly as the school presents them on its website (government licence, programme affiliations and test delivery). The site explicitly uses the term “licensed” only for the Cambodian Ministry of Education accreditation; other items are described on the website as affiliations, curriculum delivery or authorised programmes (as quoted above).	Accreditations • Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport (MoEYS), Cambodia — The school is authorised and officially registered by Cambodia's national education authority; this means Paragon ISC is recognised to operate as an educational institution in Cambodia and its international‑programme diploma is recognised for national diploma equivalency. • Council of International Schools (CIS) accreditation — CIS is an international school‑accreditation body that evaluates whole‑school quality (teaching and learning, governance, student welfare, facilities and continuous improvement); Paragon ISC states it is CIS‑accredited, which indicates the school has completed CIS's external quality‑assurance process. • Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) authorisation / Cambridge qualifications — Paragon ISC is authorised to deliver Cambridge programmes and is a registered Cambridge examination centre (the site lists Cambridge programmes and its test‑centre status). This means the school offers Cambridge curricula (IGCSE, AS/A Levels, checkpoints) and runs official Cambridge exam sessions on site. Other formal recognitions published on the school website: • SAT test centre designation (Centre no. 65394) — the school is listed as an SAT test centre, which is an official designation to host College Board SAT sittings.
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. First contact and information gathering. When you contact the school, note which campus you are enquiring about (NGIS operates multiple campuses) and ask whether the grade you want has current availability; the school's admissions page directs families to arrange a campus tour as the first formal step. 2. Schedule a campus tour and ask about program fit. NGIS specifically invites families to schedule a personalized tour so you can see classes and ask questions about the trilingual program (Khmer, English, Chinese) and facilities; tours are useful for confirming whether the school's day structure and language streams fit your child. While on the tour, ask for written information about tuition, fees and the school calendar for the year you plan to enroll (the site points to a tuition page and a 2025–2026 fee listing). Keep a note of who you spoke with and any deadlines they give you. 3. Check age and program entry requirements. NGIS accepts children from 30 months (2½ years) and older and runs Preschool, Nursery, Kindergarten, Primary and Secondary programs; confirm the exact minimum birthdate for the intended intake year so you meet the school's age cutoff. For older entrants, confirm whether the student will be placed into the English, Khmer, or Chinese stream and whether any prior curriculum records are required. If your child has special learning needs, mention this early so the school can confirm available support. 4. Complete application / registration forms. After the tour and initial enquiry, the school will ask you to complete an application or registration form (parents should request the form and written list of required documents). Typical required documents to request in advance are the child's birth certificate, passport or ID, recent school reports (if applicable), and immunization/health records; confirm whether originals or certified copies are needed and whether translation is required. Also ask about any one-time registration or administration fees and the deposit policy so you understand the first-year cost schedule. 5. Placement testing and language assessment. NGIS states that all students are given placement tests in English, Mathematics and Chinese to determine correct class placement; these tests are used to match the student to the appropriate level rather than as a pass/fail gate. Arrange the test date with admissions and ask whether the test is paper-based or online, how long it will take, and whether results are shared with parents. If your child is nervous about tests, ask whether the school offers a short orientation or sample materials to help them prepare. 6. Assessment outcome and placement offer. After the placement tests and review of documents, the admissions office will confirm placement or offer an alternative recommendation (for example, remedial support or a different language stream). At this stage ask for a written offer that shows the exact fee schedule, payment deadlines, any refundable deposits, and the date by which you must accept the place. If the school proposes a conditional placement (academic support, probationary period, etc.), request the written conditions and how progress will be monitored. 7. Fees, contract and payment. NGIS posts a tuition page and indicates a full fee listing for the 2025–2026 year is available (request the current fee schedule in writing). Third‑party published fee listings for NGIS (published years may differ) show a range of annual tuition and note one-time registration/admin items — confirm the exact amounts, whether fees are quoted in KHR or USD, whether extras (books, uniforms, transport, lunches, exams) are included, and the school's refund policy for deposits. Ask for a payment schedule (termly vs annual), accepted payment methods, and whether sibling discounts or early-payment discounts apply. 8. Finalise enrolment and orientation. Once you accept the place and complete required payments and paperwork, the school will confirm your child's start date and enrolment details; ask for a parent checklist (uniforms, start‑of‑year meetings, student handbook, school hours, and material lists). Request contact details for your child's homeroom teacher or year-level coordinator and the dates for any orientation sessions so your child's first weeks are clearer. Keep copies of all signed contracts and payment receipts.	Admissions 1. Start an application (online form). Begin by completing the school's online application form; the form saves progress so you can return to it if you need more documents. The admissions page is the official first step and the Admissions Team will confirm receipt and outline next steps. 2. Pay the application fee when you submit. Paragon's published policy requires an application fee that differs by age group (e.g., Toddler–Pre-K and KG–Grade 12 are quoted separately on the school fees page); this fee is payable once at submission and is non‑refundable. Parents should have a USD payment method ready and note the exact amount for the child's level before submission. 3. Admission assessment (test/observation) and parent/student interview. After the application is reviewed, the school schedules the relevant entrance assessment — for younger children this may be an observation, for older children a placement/entrance test — and usually an interview that includes parents and the student. Bring recent school reports (if available), identification and any information about learning support needs; the school uses these to place students at the appropriate level. 4. Offer of place and confirmation steps. Successful applicants receive an Acceptance Letter; to finalise enrolment parents must sign the agreement form and pay the one‑time enrolment fee indicated in the school's fee policy. Be aware the enrolment fee is described as non‑refundable and non‑transferable in the school's published fee rules. 5. Registration and capital fees to secure the school year. In addition to the enrolment fee, Paragon publishes an annual registration fee and a capital fee (amounts vary by programme and age); the registration fee secures the child's place for the coming academic year and is also non‑refundable. Confirm which fees apply to your child's campus/programme (Kindergarten, Primary, Secondary and Bilingual vs International programmes can differ). 6. Payment methods, instalments and deadlines. All fees are stated in USD and the school lists bank transfer details and on‑campus payment options; Paragon allows full payment or instalment plans, and publishes discounts for full payment and sibling/alumnus/referral discounts. Ask the Finance Office for the current instalment schedule and any early‑payment discount deadlines before you accept an offer. 7. Final steps before term starts. After fees are paid parents will be advised about uniform and textbook provisioning (the school states one set of uniforms and main subject textbooks are provided on registration), transport, lunch options and optional charges (clubs, trips, external exam fees). The Admissions Team will tell you which original documents they need to see in person and will confirm the student's start date once the registration is complete.
Scholarships	Scholarships NGIS refers to a “Scholarship Facility” on one of its public pages and external coverage notes that the school has offered educational scholarships (one report mentions scholarships targeted at high-achieving students around Grade 9). However, the school's main admissions and tuition pages do not publish detailed criteria, application deadlines, or the amount/coverage of any scholarships online. For precise eligibility rules (merit vs financial need), application steps, deadlines, and whether scholarships cover tuition only or also include fees/materials, you should request the school's scholarship policy directly from admissions or via the school email (info@ngis.edu.kh). Because public information is limited and sometimes appears only in brief mentions, ask the school for written confirmation about available scholarship types, any required examinations or interviews, and the timeline for decisions.	Scholarships Paragon publishes several scholarship routes and criteria on its campus pages. A common pathway is a scholarship examination or top public exam performance for students progressing into Secondary: examples on the school site include Grade 6 scholarship arrangements (scholarship examination and/or top Primary Checkpoint results) with awards that may be cash‑value grants or tuition coverage; the school page notes the top three Grade 6 candidates may receive awards (examples include a listed US$2,000 award in one notice and, in other notices, 100%/75%/50% tuition scholarships for the top three scorers) and states that registration and enrolment fees are waived for those winners. Other published scholarship criteria include high achievers at Grade 8, Grade 10 (IGCSE) and Grade 11–12 (AS/A level) with differing award levels, and some schemes are explicitly for Cambodian citizens. Scholarship places are limited and the school runs a specific scholarship examination or selection process — dates, qualifying rules and how many awards are available are set each year, so parents must contact Admissions for the current schedule and application requirements.
Waitlist	Waitlist Public information on NGIS's website does not describe a formal, published waitlist or pool system for places; the school's admissions page focuses on tours, the minimum age and placement testing but does not detail a waitlist procedure. If a program or grade is full, standard practice at schools in the region is to ask to be placed on an internal waiting list or to register for the next intake — because NGIS does not publish a waitlist policy online, contact the admissions office directly (email info@ngis.edu.kh or call the campus numbers) to ask whether they maintain a waitlist, how they prioritise spots (date of application, siblings, returning families, etc.), and if there is a deposit required to hold a place. If you are placing requests for high‑demand years (early years or exam-year grades), register early, document your contact dates, and ask the school to confirm any waiting-list position in writing.	Waitlist Paragon's public admissions pages do not publish a formal waiting‑list policy. Instead, their published process instructs families to secure a place by completing the application and paying the registration/enrolment fees once an offer is made; that implies places are confirmed on payment rather than via a publicly described waiting‑list mechanism. If you are concerned about capacity for a particular grade or intake, contact the Admissions Office directly — the school's site lists dedicated admissions contacts for Kindergarten, Primary and Secondary.
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