New Gateway International School vs Zion International School of Phnom Penh

	N New Gateway International School Phnom Penh, Cambodia	Z Zion International School of Phnom Penh Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year KHR 13,179,041 - 23,907,101	Fees / year KHR 14,758,196 - 17,440,411
Age range	Age range 2 - 18 years	Age range 2 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE	Curriculum IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), IPC (International Primary Curriculum), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English, Mandarin, Khmer	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 2011	Opened 2015
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 Zion International School (ZISPP) has multiple campuses in Phnom Penh: a Toul Tom Poung (Chamkarmorn) campus and a Chbar Ampov campus on National Road 1. The Toul Tom Poung site is in central Phnom Penh (Khan Chamkarmorn) near city amenities; Chbar Ampov is farther east along NR1. For exact campus addresses and phone contacts see the school's contact page.
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 ZISPP runs Early Years (Nursery/Preschool – PreK/Kindergarten), Primary (Grades 1–6) and Secondary (Grades 7–12). The school's website lists IEYC for early years and the IPC plus Singapore-style maths/English standards for primary and secondary.
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 The school is co-educational and operates as a not-for-profit agency of the Cambodia Jobs Foundation. ZISPP describes itself as a multi-campus international school in Phnom Penh; the website does not mention any boarding facilities.
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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 —
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 ZISPP is based in Cambodia and is run as an agency of the Cambodia Jobs Foundation; it is not presented on the website as being formally affiliated to another country's national school system.
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 The school's website does not state a religious affiliation. While the name includes "Zion," the school materials present a secular mission and do not identify a faith-based denomination.
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 The school's website does not publish a full daily timetable for lessons or exact start/end times and break/lunch schedules. Public listings show general office hours (about 08:00–17:00) but for precise pupil start/finish times and weekly variations you should confirm with admissions.
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 There is no clear, published information on the ZISPP website about a school bus or shuttle service and no named transport provider is listed. Because ZISPP operates multiple campuses, families often need to confirm whether door-to-door buses, set-route shuttles, or third‑party providers are available, and whether there are additional fees. Contact the school's admissions or front office (phone and email are on the contact page) to request current routes, costs and safety/monitoring arrangements.
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 / Enrollment fees - One‑time enrollment fee: USD 200 (non‑refundable). Administration and recurring fixed charges - Administration fee: USD 150 per academic year (Nursery–Grade 12). - Learning material fee (Early Years & Primary): Part‑time Nursery–Gr6 USD 100 / year; Full‑time Nursery–Gr6 USD 160 / year. For Grades 7–12: Part‑time USD 160 / year; Full‑time USD 200 / year. - Field trip fees: Early Years/Primary USD 25 / year (K3–Gr6); Secondary USD 50 / year (Gr7–12). Tuition fees (2025–2026 academic year) — Early Years & Primary (selected examples shown per session and per term/year) - Half‑day (Morning, 8:00–11:15/11:30): - Nursery–Preschool: Term USD 483; Semester USD 945; Annual USD 1,829; Summer USD 169. - Pre‑K–Kindergarten: Term USD 494; Semester USD 966; Annual USD 1,870; Summer USD 173. - Grade 1–3: Term USD 578; Semester USD 1,131; Annual USD 2,189; Summer USD 184. - Grade 4–6: Term USD 617; Semester USD 1,207; Annual USD 2,337; Summer USD 193. - Half‑day (Afternoon, 13:00–16:15/16:30): - Nursery–Preschool: Term USD 439; Semester USD 859; Annual USD 1,663; Summer USD 154. - Pre‑K–Kindergarten: Term USD 449; Semester USD 878; Annual USD 1,700; Summer USD 157. - Grade 1–3: Term USD 527; Semester USD 1,031; Annual USD 1,996; Summer USD 168. - Grade 4–6: Term USD 560; Semester USD 1,095; Annual USD 2,120; Summer USD 175. - Full‑day (English & Khmer or English only): examples — Full‑day English & Khmer Grade 1–3: Term USD 854; Semester USD 1,670; Annual USD 3,233. Full‑day English Grade 4–6: Term USD 1,137; Semester USD 2,224; Annual USD 4,306. Tuition fees — High School (Grades 7–12) - Half‑day and full‑day options are offered; sample figures: Half‑day Grade 7–8 Term USD 715; Semester USD 1,399; Annual USD 2,708. Grade 9–12 half‑day Term USD 858; Semester USD 1,678; Annual USD 3,248. Full and extended day options have higher term/annual rates listed in the published schedule. Ancillary services and optional charges - Lunch service: USD 50 / month; or USD 135 / term; USD 264 / semester; USD 517 / year (Nursery–Gr12). - After‑school care: USD 15 / month (Nursery–Gr12). - Testing fees: Early Years–Gr6 USD 15; Gr7–12 USD 25. Billing schedule, payment terms and penalties - Fees are required at the beginning of each term. Payment plan examples include term/semester/annual options with specified due dates in the published schedule. Late payment penalty: USD 10 per week; classroom places are not held without fee payment. No refunds or credits for sick days/holidays; one month's notice requested for termination of enrollment. Boarding - No boarding provision or boarding fees are listed in the published fee schedule. Refunds and credits - The published schedule states there are no refunds or credits for absence due to sickness or holidays; parents should give at least one month's notice to terminate enrollment. Late payment penalties are specified. Payment methods - The published fee schedule reviewed lists due dates, plans and penalties but does not specify accepted payment methods (credit card, bank transfer, etc.) in the document.
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Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership —	Governance and ownership Zion International School of Phnom Penh is an agency of the not-for-profit, NGO Cambodia Jobs Foundation located in Phnom Penh, Cambodia.
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 Zion International School of Phnom Penh uses the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) for Nursery–Preschool/Pre‑K–Kindergarten (ages 2–5) and the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) for Primary (Grades 1–6), supported by Singaporean mathematics and English standards. Secondary education (Grades 7–12) follows a Cambridge pathway: Cambridge Lower Secondary/Extended Mathematics in Grades 7–8, IGCSE syllabuses (including Extended Mathematics, Coordinated Science double award and IGCSE ICT) in Grades 9–10, and Cambridge AS & A Level courses in Grades 11–12. The site lists AS/A Level subjects such as English Language, Mathematics, Biology and Information Technology, and also offers AS/A Level Business Studies and Global Perspectives & Research (noting Global Perspectives is being phased for future cohorts). The curriculum emphasizes practical STEM and laboratory work, a staged ICT/computing progression from middle school to IGCSE/AS‑A Level, and mandatory Physical Education in lower secondary; extracurricular options include Chinese language, swimming, taekwondo and football. Grade groupings are Nursery–Preschool/Pre‑K–K, Grades 1–6 (Primary) and Grades 7–12 (Secondary), so the qualifications offered run from IEYC and IPC through IGCSE and Cambridge AS/A Levels.
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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 Zion International School's website emphasises character development, mutual respect and a ‘‘safe and caring environment'' and states it follows the IEYC and IPC curricula alongside Singaporean standards for English and maths. The school's public pages describe these values as part of everyday teaching but do not list specific Social and Emotional Learning programmes, named pastoral or counselling staff, or a dedicated SEL framework on the website.
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) ZISPP's official site does not publish a dedicated Special Educational Needs (SEN) or learning-support policy and does not specify which types or levels of SEN it can support. A third‑party education listing describes a ‘‘Special Needs Preschool'' and sensory development areas at ZISPP, but that information is presented by an external site and is not accompanied by a clear SEN policy on the school's own website.
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 The school's published information indicates English is a core medium and that it uses English standards alongside the IEYC/IPC curriculum and Singaporean English standards. However, ZISPP's website does not provide a specific English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme description, placement/assessment procedures, or named EAL staff on its public pages.
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 ZISPP's public pages refer to a safe, caring learning environment and character education as part of its approach to student welfare. The school does not publish details on the website about specialist mental-health or wellbeing staff (for example, school counsellors or psychologists), formal wellbeing programmes, or referral procedures.
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 The school's website states that it aims to provide a ‘‘safe and caring environment'' and expects members to honour the rights and dignity of others as part of its values. ZISPP does not appear to publish a standalone child‑protection or safeguarding policy on its public website pages, nor does it list named safeguarding officers or detailed reporting procedures.
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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 ZISPP operates across three campuses in Phnom Penh: Toul Tom Poung, Chbar Ampov, and Russey Keo. The school serves Nursery through Grade 12. The three campuses provide spaces for early years, primary, and secondary education. The learning program is guided by the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) and the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) from the United Kingdom, with Singaporean Math and English standards supplementing the program.
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 —
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 learning program is based on the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) and the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) from the United Kingdom. Singaporean Math and English standards supplement the IPC/IEYC framework. The school offers Nursery through Secondary (Grade 12). The approach emphasizes active, inquiry‑based learning and international-mindedness through IPC/IEYC.
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 —
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 Zion International School of Phnom Penh (ZISPP) was established by a board led by founder David C. Moon and is governed through its board of directors; the school describes itself as an agency of the not-for-profit Cambodia Jobs Foundation. Over the past decade ZISPP has grown from a single campus into a multi-campus operation and reports roughly ten years of operation on its website. In recent years the school has formalized external partnerships—signing memoranda of understanding with local higher-education institutions—to create academic pathways and joint activities for students. Governance and strategic direction are presented publicly on the school website and in board communications.
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 ZISPP describes its community as a mix of parents, international and local teachers, and students who take part in curricular and extra‑curricular activities; the school emphasizes learning-by-doing and community engagement. The school calendar and news feed show regular community events such as study trips, spelling bees, math contests, and term‑end Parent–Teacher Conferences that involve families and staff. ZISPP also runs campus open‑house events and public activities that invite parental participation and community attendance.
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 ZISPP refers to a parent association called the ZPA (ZISPP Parent Association) that was created to give parents a channel for feedback and participation in school decision‑making. The school lists term Parent–Teacher Conferences and open‑house sessions as regular opportunities for parents to meet teachers and school leaders to review student progress. In school communications the ZPA is presented as a forum for parents' voices to be heard and to support transitions for new families; the site also notes an elected Student Council as a parallel voice for students. Specific parent‑facing events cited on the school website and event calendar include term PTCs, campus open houses, and extracurricular showcases such as spelling bees and math contests where parents are invited to attend. The school's news pages record recent PTCs and other family‑oriented events, indicating active parent engagement in school life.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual —	Academic & intellectual The school offers Coding Club and ICT programs (Waterford & TechnoKids). Waterford.org resources are used for Preschool through Grade 2 to teach science, math, and English. The learning approach is based on IEYC and IPC curricula from the UK and aligns with Singaporean Math and English standards.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative Arts and performing experiences are supported by Performing Arts Club, Visual Arts Club, and Piano Club. Khmer Dance Club provides cultural arts engagement. Additional clubs cover dance, music, and visual arts to give students varied outlets for creativity.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language Chinese Club and Khmer Dance Club offer language skills development and cultural engagement. The Chinese Club supports language development and cultural expression through after-school activities. These clubs foster cross-cultural exchange through language practice and performances.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies Cooking & Baking Club, Taekwondo Club, and a range of sports and arts clubs support after-school interests. Students can participate in Coding Club, Visual Arts, Speech & Debate, and other clubs to explore personal interests. These activities promote collaboration, social connection, and teamwork.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional The school has an elected Student Council to represent student voices. The school also has a Parent Association (ZPA) that involves parents in governance. These structures support leadership development and community engagement.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing —	Lifestyle & wellbeing The school provides daily physical education through a distance learning program with rotations through Taekwondo, Swimming, Soccer, and gym activities. The Sports Academy supports fitness and wellbeing through additional programs. Snack and lunch programs, safe van transport, and after-school care contribute to student wellbeing and convenience.
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 uses the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) and International Primary Curriculum (IPC) from the United Kingdom. Singaporean Math standards are applied, and English standards are used as part of the curriculum. The curriculum is delivered across Nursery, PreK, Kindergarten, Primary (Grade 1–6), and Secondary (Grade 7–12).
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 —
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
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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 No formal external accreditations are listed on the Zion International School of Phnom Penh (ZISPP) website as of December 30, 2025. The school's website describes the curriculum and programmes it uses, which are: - International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC): an early-years curriculum used internationally for ages 2–5 that emphasizes play-based, inquiry-led learning; the school states it uses the IEYC for its early years provision. - International Primary Curriculum (IPC): a UK‑standards, thematic and inquiry-based primary curriculum focusing on knowledge, skills and personal development; ZISPP lists the IPC as its primary curriculum. - Cambridge‑aligned secondary programme (IGCSE / AS / A Level syllabuses): the website describes a Cambridge‑aligned high school programme and references IGCSE and AS/A‑Level subjects for Grades 9–12 (this describes the syllabuses/assessment routes the school teaches, but the site does not state a formal Cambridge/CAIE school centre accreditation). - Singaporean math and English standards (instructional approach): the homepage notes the use of Singaporean approaches for mathematics and English standards as part of the school's curriculum mix. Note: I looked for (and did not find) explicit statements on the school website claiming membership or accreditation by common international school accrediting bodies (for example, Council of International Schools, WASC, CIS, or formal Cambridge Centre accreditation). The website emphasizes curricula and institutional partnerships rather than listing external accreditations. Additional relevant, but not accreditation, items published on the school site: the school has published Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) with higher‑education partners (for example, the American University of Phnom Penh and Paragon International University), described on the site as collaborative agreements to support pathways and activities; these are partnerships rather than accreditation statements.
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. Make an initial enquiry and arrange a visit. Parents should start by contacting the school to request information, ask about current availability for the grade you need, and to schedule a campus tour or attend an open house — ZISPP lists appointments and runs open-house events at its campuses. During this stage ask for the current fee schedule, school calendar and the admissions contact (email/phone) so you have the exact next-step instructions. 2. Complete the school application and supply basic documents. ZISPP asks families to submit an application (contact the admissions office for the form) and to provide identity and school records; common items to have ready are the child's passport or birth certificate, recent school reports/transcripts and immunisation/health records. If your child has any learning support needs, bring recent specialist reports or Individual Education Plans so the school can assess support requirements early. 3. Assessment and/or placement testing. The school operates a placement process that typically includes testing or assessment to confirm the correct grade and programme; testing fees are listed in the school's published fee schedule (testing fees differ by age/grade). Parents should confirm the exact tests that will be used (English, mathematics or other) and whether one or both parents are expected to attend an interview with a principal or admissions officer. 4. Offer, invoice and payment of enrolment fees. If a place is offered ZISPP will issue an invoice; the school publishes a one-time enrolment fee (listed in the 2025–26 schedule as US$200) plus an annual administration fee (US$150) and material/lunch/testing charges that can be billed separately. Spaces are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis and the school's policy is that places will not be held without payment, so parents should be prepared to pay the enrolment deposit and/or first term invoice promptly to secure the place. 5. Confirmation, orientation and start logistics. After payment and paperwork are complete the school confirms enrolment, provides start dates, uniform and timetable information, and (where applicable) bus or lunch sign-up details; families should clarify arrival times, daily schedule and who to contact for transport or medical questions. If you need a visa or work-permit documentation for Cambodia, request any school letters early because these can take additional time. 6. Fee schedule and ongoing obligations. Parents should note the published payment terms (fees are due at the start of the term), the late-payment penalty (the school's published schedule notes a late fee of US$10 per week), and that many additional items (after‑school care, lunches, some trips and extra tuition support) are charged separately. Keep a copy of the school's full fee schedule and refund/withdrawal policy so you know deadlines and any non‑refundable elements (for example, the enrolment and many ancillary fees).
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 No regular K–12 tuition scholarships are publicly advertised on the school's fee schedule or on the ZISPP pages that cover admissions and fees. However, ZISPP has announced a Memorandum of Understanding with the American University of Phnom Penh (AUPP) that identifies scholarship opportunities in the context of that partnership (primarily relating to pathways into higher education rather than published K–12 fee waivers). If you are seeking fee assistance, merit awards, or sibling discounts, ask the ZISPP admissions or finance office directly because such arrangements (if available) are often discretionary, limited in number, and not always listed on the standard fee sheet. For follow-up contact, use the school's admissions email/phone listed on event and school pages so you get the most current, written confirmation.
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 ZISPP does operate a waiting/placement mechanism. The school's published policies note that if parents temporarily stop a child's enrolment the child can be placed on a waiting list, and that classroom places are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis and will not be held without payment. The publicly available materials do not publish a detailed priority order or an explicit fee to stay on a waiting list for long periods, so if you believe you will need to pause or defer enrolment ask admissions for the current waiting-list procedure, any fees to keep a place, and how they notify families when spaces open.
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