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Dadi-Prestige International Academy

Cambodia, Phnom Penh

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Khmer, Mandarin
Fees Fees not listed
Ages Not listed
Opened 2018
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Chinese National Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Taught languages English, Khmer, Mandarin
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages Early Years, Kindergarten, Primary School
Introduction

Located in Boeng Keng Kong, Phnom Penh, Dadi-Prestige International Academy offers a trilingual education from nursery onward. Nursery and Kindergarten enrolment begins at 2 years old, with a strong emphasis on language acquisition, wholesome development, and a truly nurturing environment. The Cambridge International Curriculum guides the Primary program, while the Chinese Standard Curriculum and the National Curriculum of Cambodia ensure an integrated international and local approach in English, Chinese, and Khmer. A seven-storey campus provides a vibrant learning hub with a bright playground, swimming pool, sports hall, canteen, art room, computer lab, and a library, all accessible via elevator. The Primary phase uses an international classroom arrangement and hands-on learning stations. The school offers after-school activities including Chinese language courses, English and Khmer, swimming, Ballet and Hip-Hop, Taekwondo, and Drone and Coding. DPIA has grown into a competitive option in Phnom Penh with a vision of an international nurturing culture.

18A, Street 370, Boeng Keng Kong 1, Phnom Penh

The Essentials

Dadi-Prestige International Academy has instruction in English, Khmer, Mandarin.

Location

18A, Street 370, Boeng Keng Kong 1, Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Phnom Penh is the capital city of Cambodia. The campus is located in Phnom Penh and is reachable by local roads.

Stages

Nursery & Kindergarten; Primary

Additional learning support

Student Support and Wellbeing

Country affiliation

Cambodia
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership

The school is operated in partnership with Dadi China, a publicly listed education group with more than 600 campuses worldwide and over 150,000 students. Dadi-Prestige International Academy was established in 2018.
Fees
Application fees

- No published application fee amount is listed. Parents must request a customized quotation from the school through the school's contact channels.

Tuition fees by school year (per term / per year group)

- No published tuition amounts by age, year group, term, or academic year are available publicly. Tuition is provided as a customized quotation that varies by age, program and timing. The school requires parents to request a personalized fee quotation.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The school operates a four-term academic calendar: Term 1 (August 5 to October 18), Term 2 (October 28 to January 10), Term 3 (January 20 to April 4), and Term 4 (April 21 to July 4). Enrollment and fee payment are completed at the time of enrollment. Specific billing instalment options or formal payment deadlines are not published; parents receive the school's payment terms with their customized quotation.

Boarding fees (if applicable)

- No boarding program or boarding fee schedule is published. The school's materials describe nursery, kindergarten, primary and after‑school programs with no reference to boarding provision or boarding charges.

Other costs and fees (uniform, materials, extras)

- There is no published uniform price list or explicit uniform fee amounts. Onboarding materials noted by the school indicate that students are provided with the materials for the term during enrollment. After‑school activities (languages, arts, technology, sports and similar programs) are offered but their fees are not published and are handled separately. Parents should expect additional optional costs for after‑school activities although exact amounts are provided only in the school's personalized quotations.

Refund information

- No published refund policy or formal refund amounts/conditions are available. Refund and transfer conditions (if any) are not stated in the publicly available admissions and program pages.

Fee payment options (credit card / bank transfer / other)

- No published list of accepted payment methods (credit card, bank transfer, cash, etc.) is available. The school handles fee arrangements and payment terms as part of the enrollment quotation and process. Contact details are provided for obtaining the specific payment methods accepted.

Summary of availability

- Detailed numeric fee schedules (application fees, tuition per term by year group, boarding fees, uniform prices, refund terms and accepted payment methods) are not published publicly; the school issues customized quotations to parents on enquiry. The school provides term dates, contact phone numbers and a direct messaging channel for enquiries and quotations.
Academics

Dadi-Prestige International Academy teaches Cambridge (Primary), Chinese National Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage).

Curriculum

Cambridge International Curriculum, Chinese Standard Curriculum, and the National Curriculum of Cambodia guide DPIA's education. Nursery & Kindergarten enrolment begins from 2 years old with emphasis on language acquisition, wholesome development, and a safe, nurturing environment. Primary education uses an integrated international and local curriculum in a trilingual environment with international and certified teachers, and additional curriculum including Swimming, Computer Literacy, Arts and Painting, plus Student Support and Wellbeing. The After School Program offers Chinese language courses (including Pinyin and Chinese Calligraphy), English and Khmer, Swimming, Ballet and Hip-Hop, Taekwondo, Drone and Coding.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Wholesome development, including emotional development, is emphasized in the nursery and kindergarten stages. Student support and wellbeing services are provided within the Primary program. The environment is safe and nurturing, supporting social and emotional growth.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school uses a trilingual curriculum in English, Khmer and Mandarin Chinese. In Grades 1 to 6, English is taught as part of the first international curriculum for 24 hours per week, Khmer language and culture for 16 hours per week, and Mandarin Chinese for 6 hours per week. Hours may vary by grade and curriculum emphasis.

Mental Wellbeing

Mental wellbeing is supported through student support and wellbeing initiatives as part of the Primary program. The school provides a safe and nurturing environment to promote emotional and social development.
Parent Experience

History

Dadi-Prestige International Academy was established in 2018 as part of the Dadi China education group, which operates more than 600 campuses worldwide and serves over 150,000 students. The academy is located at 18A, Street 370, Boeng Keng Kong 1, Phnom Penh. It offers a trilingual curriculum and a range of enrichment programs in central Phnom Penh and has grown into a competitive school in the city. Our vision is An international nurturing culture for the future.

Community

Parents are encouraged to participate in school activities. DPIA uses ClassDojo to share real-time updates on a child's progress and behavior, enabling collaboration between families and teachers. Telegram is the main parent chat, with WeChat and WhatsApp available as alternative platforms. A monthly newsletter is published to inform families, and the school calendar shows upcoming activities.
Facilities

Facilities Overview

The DPIA campus is a seven-story facility located at Boeng Keng Kong 1, Phnom Penh. It is described as a vibrant learning hub designed to inspire and empower students at every stage. It includes a playground, swimming pool, sports hall, canteen, art room, computer lab, and library. All floors are connected by an elevator and two kid-friendly stairways for easy access. Classrooms are arranged as learning stations for Kindergarten and feature an international setup for Primary.

Sports Facilities

DPIA has a playground, a swimming pool, and a sports hall for physical education and activities. These spaces support PE classes and school sports programs. A canteen, art room, computer lab, and library also accompany the core sports facilities to support wider student life. All floors connect via an elevator and two kid-friendly stairways for easy access.

Academic Facilities

Classrooms for Kindergarten are organized as learning stations, while Primary uses an international setup. An art room, a computer lab, and a library support learning across the curriculum. The facilities reinforce classroom activities and promote hands-on, interactive learning. The floors are connected by an elevator for easy access between spaces.

Extra Curricular Facilities

After School Program offers a range of activities. It includes Chinese language courses, Pinyin and Chinese Calligraphy. It also offers English and Khmer languages, swimming courses, Ballet and Hip-Hop, Taekwondo, and Drone and Coding. These activities complement classroom learning.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual

An integrated international and local curriculum is offered at DPIA. The Cambridge International Curriculum, the Chinese Standard Curriculum, and the National Curriculum of Cambodia are part of the program. The school operates in a trilingual environment with English, Chinese, and Khmer. An additional curriculum includes swimming, computer literacy, and arts and painting.

Arts & Creative

Arts and Painting are part of the primary curriculum. Ballet and Hip-Hop are available through the After School Program. These activities support creative expression through visual arts and movement.

Cultural & Language

Chinese language courses are offered as part of the After School Program, including Pinyin and Chinese Calligraphy. English and Khmer languages are also available. The school emphasizes linguistic development within its trilingual environment.

Social & Hobbies

Ballet and Hip-Hop offer dance-based extracurriculars. Taekwondo provides martial arts activities for fitness and discipline. Drone and Coding introduce students to technology and programming. Swimming courses support physical wellness.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

Student Support and Wellbeing are provided as part of the Primary curriculum. Swimming courses are offered through the After School Program. The Nursery and Kindergarten emphasize a safe and nurturing environment.
Languages

Language Provision

English, Khmer and Chinese are taught. The school maintains a trilingual environment. After School Program offers Chinese language courses, Pinyin and Chinese Calligraphy, alongside English and Khmer language activities. The curriculum includes Cambridge International Curriculum, Chinese Standard Curriculum and the National Curriculum of Cambodia.

Bilingual Teaching

The school has a trilingual environment (English, Khmer and Chinese).
Admissions

Admissions

Five-step admissions process: 1) Formal Enquiry: New parents receive all the school information. 2) Trial Period: Student is assigned to a specific group for a period of trial. 3) Testing and Academic recommendations: Teachers evaluate the student's performance during the trial period; parents decide to move forward with the application and the student will be assigned academic tests where needed, mostly for Kindergarten 3 and Primary levels. 4) Enrollment: Parents provide all documentation for registration and pay the fees. 5) Onboarding: Student is provided with term materials and staff are notified of enrollment. Enrollment periods: Start Your Child's Journey Anytime. Enrollment for Kindergarten, Primary, and After School Programs is open year-round at DPIA. Early enrollment is encouraged for better planning. Term 1 – August 5 to October 18; Term 2 – October 28 to January 10; Term 3 – January 20 to April 4; Term 4 – April 21 to July 4. One Week Free Trial Period: All parents have the right to a trial period before committing; this allows them to experience the school environment, teaching methods, and student interaction firsthand. After the trial, parents can decide about enrolling for the long term. Tuition and other fees vary by age, time and program. For a customized quotation contact Customer Service via Telegram.
School Events
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