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Brighton International School

Cambodia, Phnom Penh

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees KHR 13,293,356 - 14,171,596
Ages 2 - 12 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 2015
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, British Curriculum
Taught languages Khmer, English
Strengths Languages, STEM, Academic Enrichment
Stages Early Years, Primary School
Introduction

Brighton International School (BIS) opened in 2015 and is based in the Boeung Tumpun area of Phnom Penh. The school teaches the UK (British) curriculum alongside the Cambodian (MoEYS) national curriculum for Khmer classes; BIS runs an Early Years programme (noting Khmer Language classes for ages 2–5) and a Khmer curriculum for grades 1–6 (pupils aged about 6–12). The website highlights a sustained focus on English language and literacy (including an intensive phonics programme) and a developed mathematics programme. BIS moved to its Boeung Tumpun location in June 2020 and notes it is about 15 minutes south of the Russian Market. The site invites prospective families to book a tour or contact admissions for more detail on fees, class sizes, transport, and extracurricular activities.

Street 26BT Number 33, Phnom Penh 120607, Cambodia

The Essentials

Brighton International School has instruction in English.

Location
Brighton International School is located at #33, Street 26BT, Boeung Tumpun 2, in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. The school site gives this street address and contact phone numbers; Boeung Tumpun is in the Meanchey/Chroy Changvar area of the city and is accessible by local roads and taxis — you should check local maps for exact transit options.

Stages
The school says it follows the UK curriculum arranged in key stages (early years through secondary) and runs an Early Years programme for children aged about 2–5. The site also notes a Khmer curriculum that spans grades 1–6 (pupils aged about 6–12). For exact grade names and upper-secondary provision, contact the school.

Type
Brighton International School is presented on its website as an independent, not-for-profit international school registered in Cambodia (founded 2015). The website does not explicitly state a single-gender or boarding status; there is no mention of boarding facilities.

Additional learning support
The school's website describes individualised learning and support within its curriculum (for example tailored teaching and phonics support), but it does not publish a detailed Special Educational Needs (SEN)/Additional Learning Needs policy or specific facilities on the public site. If your child has identified SEN, contact the school to ask for their current SEN provision, assessment processes and any available resources.

Country affiliation
The school is located and registered in Cambodia; it uses the UK curriculum alongside the Cambodian (Khmer) curriculum for some year groups but the school itself is not presented as formally affiliated to another country's government.

Religious affiliation
The school website does not state any religious affiliation. It presents itself as a secular international school.

School day structure
The school website does not publish a regular daily start/end time for the standard term. The principal's page gives office hours (Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–3:00 pm), and a school-run summer programme listing shows days running roughly 8:30 am–3:00 pm; third-party school listings give a common reported schedule of about 7:30–15:30. For the exact term-time day structure (start, finish, breaks and supervised care), ask the school directly.

Bus service
The school's official website does not describe a regular school bus service or transport routes. Because third-party listings offer mixed information, the most reliable next step is to contact the school's admissions or reception (the site lists email info@brightoninternationalschool.org and phone numbers) to confirm whether they operate a bus service, routes, costs and registration procedures.
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
The school operates as a not-for-profit social enterprise. Brighton International School, Cambodia, opened in 2015, and after the founder Christopher Bell's passing, his two sons Adam and David continued the project and transformed it into a not-for-profit social enterprise to benefit the community. In June 2020, the school moved to Boeung Tumpun, Phnom Penh, about 15 minutes south of the Russian Market.
Fees

Annual tuition at Brighton International School ranges from KHR 13,293,356 to KHR 14,171,596 for 2026/27.

Application and one-time registration fees
- Registration / application fee (one‑time): KHR 401,000.

First‑year one‑off and materials charges (example breakdown for first year)
- Tuition (example entry-level figure shown): KHR 12,350,800 (annual).
- Administration fee (annual): KHR 401,000.
- Learning materials (annual): KHR 601,500.
- Total for a first year (tuition + admin + learning materials + registration one‑time): KHR 13,754,300 (this matches the published first‑year total).

Tuition fees by year group (published annual totals and per‑term figures)
Notes: the school's published fee schedule presents annual totals by year group. Per‑term figures below are calculated by dividing the published annual total by three (per‑term amounts shown as “per term — calculated”).
- Nursery 2 (annual): KHR 13,353,300 — per term (calculated): KHR 4,451,100.
- Kindergarten 1 (annual): KHR 13,353,300 — per term (calculated): KHR 4,451,100.
- Kindergarten 2 (annual): KHR 13,353,300 — per term (calculated): KHR 4,451,100.
- Kindergarten 3 (annual): KHR 14,235,500 — per term (calculated): KHR 4,745,167.
- Grade 1 (annual): KHR 14,235,500 — per term (calculated): KHR 4,745,167.
- Grade 2 (annual): KHR 14,235,500 — per term (calculated): KHR 4,745,167.
- Grade 3 (annual): KHR 14,235,500 — per term (calculated): KHR 4,745,167.
- Grade 4 (annual): KHR 14,235,500 — per term (calculated): KHR 4,745,167.
- Grade 5 (annual): KHR 14,235,500 — per term (calculated): KHR 4,745,167.

Sibling discount
- Sibling discounts published: 10% for the second child attending at the same time; 15% for the third and subsequent children (applied to the youngest attending child(ren)).

Billing schedule and payment terms
- The publicly available fee listings are presented as annual amounts by year group; the school's public fees page does not publish a detailed multi‑term billing calendar or explicit payment deadlines. Per‑term amounts in this overview are calculated from the published annual totals (annual ÷ 3).

Boarding fees
- Boarding is not applicable. The school serves early years and primary age ranges (day school provision for ages up to around 11).

Other costs and recurring charges
- Administration fee (annual): KHR 401,000 (shown separately from tuition in the first‑year breakdown).
- Learning materials (annual): KHR 601,500.
- School uniform, canteen/meals, extracurricular activity fees and similar incidental costs are not included in the published annual tuition totals and should be expected as additional costs. These items are referenced in external listings as separate chargeable elements.

Refund information
- The school's public fees page does not publish a detailed refund or withdrawal policy for tuition, registration, or deposits. No independent, official refund schedule is published on the school's public fees page. For specific withdrawal, refund or deposit conditions, the school's admissions or finance office should be consulted directly.

Fee payment options
- The school's public pages and the published fee listings do not set out specific accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer, credit card or cash). Publicly available fee summaries do not list payment channels. Contact the school's admissions/finance team to confirm the accepted payment methods and any transaction fees.

Summary points for a parent entering data into a database
- One‑time registration: KHR 401,000.
- First‑year component example (registration + tuition + admin + learning materials): KHR 13,754,300 (first‑year total example).
- Published annual tuition totals by year group (see list above); per‑term figures in the list are calculated by dividing annual totals by three.
- Boarding: not applicable.
- Sibling discount: 10% (second child), 15% (third+).

If you require these fee figures presented in a different currency or formatted for import, the numbers above are taken from the publicly available fee listings and the per‑term values are calculated from the published annual totals.
Academics

Brighton International School teaches Bespoke Curriculum, British Curriculum for students aged 2 to 12.

Curriculum
Brighton International School delivers the UK national curriculum from Early Years through the secondary key stages, adapted with local context to build international awareness and consistent achievement standards.
The school follows the UK key‑stage structure (Early Years/Foundation through Key Stages 1–4) and teaches the full range of core and foundation subjects (English, mathematics, science, arts and humanities, computing, physical education and modern languages), with formal assessments at the end of each key stage as in the UK framework.
As a government‑registered institution Brighton also delivers the Cambodian (Khmer) national curriculum for Grades 1–6 and provides Khmer language classes in its Early Years programme.
In practice this means pupils follow UK programmes and end‑of‑key‑stage assessments while Khmer curriculum content and language tuition are provided for primary grades to meet MoEYS requirements.
For precise, year‑by‑year subject lists or information about which national exams (MoEYS assessments) pupils may sit, please refer to Brighton's curriculum page or contact the school directly.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Brighton describes a child‑centred, play‑based approach that explicitly aims to develop social skills such as cooperation, problem‑solving and respectful behaviour through classroom activities and play. The school's Parent Handbook and values emphasise mutual respect, open communication, peaceful conflict resolution and regular communication with parents about pupil progress, which form the basis of its pastoral practice. The Curriculum and About pages note the use of UK curriculum approaches and an emphasis on holistic development (emotional, social, physical and intellectual) to support learners' social and emotional growth. The website does not name a dedicated SEL programme or a specific SEL team/leader. For details the school points parents to the Parent Handbook and admissions materials.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school's Parent Handbook requires parents to disclose any special educational, medical or social needs on registration and states the school may, in some cases, require a pupil to be removed if needs cannot be met or if a pupil's needs prevent the school from providing appropriate care to others. The Curriculum page notes that regular assessment is used so teachers can identify where pupils need additional support and adapt learning accordingly. The website does not publish a specialist SEN policy, list of specific needs it can support, or identify a named special‑needs coordinator (SENCO). Therefore there is no public evidence that Brighton is a specialist SEN institution. Parents are directed to request the latest school policies via the administration team or the Parent Handbook.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The admissions information states that children aged over four take an English language test at entry to ensure they can access the school's curriculum. The school also highlights a strong focus on English literacy and an intensive phonics programme in its curriculum and principal's message. The website does not describe a separate, named EAL programme, nor does it list specialist EAL staff or structured EAL withdrawal/boosting lessons. If you need confirmation of individual EAL support options, the school directs enquiries to the admissions or administration team.

Mental Wellbeing
Brighton's published philosophy and Parent Handbook state the school seeks to provide a safe, caring and nurturing environment that supports emotional and social development and promotes values such as compassion and accountability. The handbook and other pages describe pastoral practices including supervision, communication with parents, and play‑based activities that develop social skills and resilience. The website does not publicly list a named counsellor, mental‑health team, or a distinct mental‑health policy, nor does it describe formal counselling services. Parents are referred to the Parent Handbook and the school administration for further details.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding‑related measures are set out in the Parent Handbook and admissions material: these include supervision of students, emergency contact procedures, medical/medication protocols, field trip permission requirements, attendance monitoring, and behavioural expectations designed to protect pupils. The handbook also states the school will contact parents about unexplained absences and requires disclosure of medical/allergy information on registration. The website does not publish a separate child‑protection policy page nor does it publicly name a designated safeguarding lead on the site. For official safeguarding documents or named contacts the school asks parents to consult the Parent Handbook or contact the administration team.
Parent Experience

History
Brighton International School opened in April 2015 as part of a portfolio of international schools established by Christopher Bell. Christopher Bell died in October 2015 and his sons, Adam and David, continued his work and converted the school into a not-for-profit social enterprise in tribute to their father. The school moved to its current Boeung Tumpun site in June 2020 to provide larger outdoor space and support more holistic learning. Brighton's leadership describes the school as having evolved through challenges such as the COVID‑19 pandemic while keeping a focus on serving its local community.

Community
School materials describe a close‑knit faculty and regular communication with parents and guardians, and they emphasize English and mathematics foundations alongside broader development. The site highlights a balance of classroom activities and imaginative play and offers in‑person tours for families wishing to visit the campus. A school calendar page and news/updates area indicate the school schedules yearly events and term activities for pupils and families.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The school website does not publish a dedicated Parent Teacher Association (PTA) page or a detailed list of ongoing parent groups. Admissions materials do note that successful applicants receive a parent handbook and that the school values regular, constructive communication with parents and guardians. The founder and principal pages specifically refer to parental support and community involvement as important to the school's work, and the site includes a general “join our team / get involved” invitation for those who want to support the school. For parents seeking details about a formal PTA or specific parent‑led activities, the most direct route is to contact the school using the published email or phone numbers. Because the website does not list specific PTA events, groups, or an officers' contact list, I recommend emailing info@brightoninternationalschool.org or calling the numbers on the site to request the latest information about parent groups and scheduled parent events.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school is a Phnom Penh, Cambodia–based institution that operates from #33, Street 26BT, Boeung Tumpun 2. It provides a balanced daily environment combining classroom activities and play. Tours are available on request.

Sports Facilities
Not specified on the site.

Academic Facilities
Not specified on the site.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Not specified on the site.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Brighton International School offers extra-curricular activities including Language Club, Creative Club, Health Club, and Debating/logical learning club. The English language development is emphasized, supported by an intensive phonics program. The UK curriculum is used for primary and secondary education, integrated with the Khmer curriculum to reflect local context and global citizenship.

Arts & Creative
Arts and creative activities are supported through Creative Club as part of the school's Arts & Clubs offerings. The school recognises creativity as part of its educational approach.

Cultural & Language
Language Club is part of the Arts & Clubs. The school's mission emphasizes understanding regional and international cultures and customs, and the curriculum aims to foster global understanding.

Social & Hobbies
Brighton offers a Sports Club and Yoga as part of wellbeing and physical activity. Nutrition Club and Brain Train activities support holistic development; classroom-based activities and play are balanced to encourage social interaction.

Community & Service
The school operates as a not-for-profit social enterprise to benefit the community. The founders established Brighton International School to deliver educational value to families in Cambodia.

Leadership & Professional
The school has a Principal, Lorene Krista Sian. Directors are Adam and David, supported by an Administration team including Oak Thida as Head Administrator.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The daily environment balances classroom learning with safe, imaginative play. The school provides sports and wellness activities, including Sports Club and Yoga, to support physical and mental well-being.
Languages

Language Provision
Languages taught are Khmer and English. Khmer Language classes are provided in the Early Years programme (ages 2–5). The Khmer curriculum spans Grades 1–6 (ages 6–12). The UK curriculum is used for primary and secondary education.

Bilingual Teaching
The school uses the UK curriculum for primary and secondary education. The Khmer curriculum is followed for Grades 1–6. Khmer Language classes are provided within the Early Years programme.
Reputation

Awards
As of December 30, 2025, there are no awards listed on the Brighton International School website for the past five years that are explicitly awarded to the school (the site does not show a page or entry naming school-level awards 2021–2025). The review was limited to the school's public website pages (About, Life & Learning, Curriculum, News/Updates links where present). If you would like, I can search external sources or contact the school for any awards that are not published on their website.

Accreditations
As of December 30, 2025, the Brighton International School website identifies the following official registrations/standards (with one-line explanations):

- Cambodian Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports (MoEYS) — The curriculum page states Brighton is a government-registered institution that follows the Cambodian national curriculum; MoEYS registration indicates the school is authorised to operate under Cambodian education regulations and deliver the national curriculum where required.

- UK National Curriculum (adoption) — The site states the school "facilitates learning through the use of the UK curriculum"; this indicates the school follows the UK curriculum framework (key stages and expected standards) but is an adopted curriculum standard rather than an external institutional accreditation.

- Not-for-profit / social enterprise status (operational) — The school's Founder page describes a transformation into a not-for-profit social enterprise; this is an operational/legal status noted on the site rather than an academic accreditation.

Note: the school website does not list any additional external accreditation bodies (for example CIS, WASC, NEASC, COBIS or similar) or a separate "accreditation" page as of the date above. The statement that no other accreditations are listed is based on the school's public pages (About, Curriculum, Life & Learning).
Admissions

Admissions
1. Complete the registration form and gather required documents. Brighton provides registration forms in Khmer and English that parents should fill out and submit to the school office; links to both forms are on the Admissions page. You must bring your child's birth certificate or passport, two passport-size photos, parent(s)/guardian(s) ID or passport, and (if available) Health Records/Health Card and Family Book. Note that Health Cards and Family Books are typically held by Cambodian nationals, and the school asks you to declare your child's medical history on the registration form.

2. Attend the interview and, where applicable, the English language test. For children older than four, the school arranges an in-person interview with a faculty member to assess readiness and fit. The school also administers an English language test so it can confirm that your child will be able to access and benefit from Brighton's curriculum and activities. Parents should be prepared to schedule the interview and bring any supporting documents or recent school reports if available.

3. Application review and decision. After submission and assessment, a member of the Admissions team reviews the full application package and communicates whether the child is accepted or deemed non-qualifying. The site states the school will inform families “in a timely manner,” so expect the school to contact you by the email/phone details you provided; if you need a specific timeline ask Admissions directly. If the application is not successful, ask the admissions officer whether any further steps (appeal, re-application window, or alternative year-group entry) are possible.

4. Parent handbook, fee payment and start arrangements. Successful applicants receive (or can download) the parent handbook, which outlines school policies, terms and conditions; Brighton provides both Khmer and English versions on its site. The school's admissions page states that full payment of fees must be settled prior to commencing school and that payment indicates agreement with the handbook policies—so confirm the exact fee amount, payment methods, and any deadlines with Admissions before paying. If you need receipts, installment options, or confirmation of start dates, request written confirmation from the school when you complete payment.

Scholarships
There is no mention of scholarships, bursaries, or fee concessions on the school's public Admissions or Fees pages; the Fees page simply states “Please see below for our full fees for this academic year” and invites parents to contact the school with questions. The website also does not list sibling discounts or other published financial-assistance programs. Because the school's site does not publish scholarship information, families who require fee assistance or who want to ask about sibling discounts should contact the admissions office directly (contact details are on the site) to request a written statement of any available concessions or application procedures.

Waitlist
Brighton's Admissions page explicitly notes that the school accepts applications year-round but that “for some of our year groups there may be a waiting list.” The website does not publish further detail on how the waiting list is managed (for example, whether places are allocated by application date, assessment outcome, or priority rules). Because the school gives only this brief statement online, I recommend contacting Admissions (email/info and phone listed on the site) to ask about: current availability for the specific year group, whether the school holds places on deposit, how waiting-list positions are communicated, and any expected wait times.
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