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East-West International School

Cambodia, Phnom Penh

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Khmer
Fees KHR 4,320 - 7,040
Ages 2 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 500
Type Co-educational
Opened 2006
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, IMYC (International Middle Years Curriculum), IPC (International Primary Curriculum), IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge (Primary)
Taught languages Khmer, English, Spanish
Strengths Languages, Sport, STEM
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Leadership and Professional
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, High School
Introduction

East-West International School (EWIS) opened in 2006 and is located in the Boeung Keng Kang 3 (BKK3) neighbourhood of central Phnom Penh. The school runs a bilingual English–Khmer program from Nursery through Grade 12 and is registered with Cambodia's Ministry of Education and accredited by WASC. The campus includes primary, secondary and early years departments, science labs, music and art rooms, a STEAM centre, an assembly hall, a swimming pool and sports courts. EWIS offers the International Primary Curriculum (IPC), International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC), Cambridge IGCSE and AS/A Level pathways alongside the Khmer national curriculum, and compulsory activities such as swimming in primary and middle years are part of the weekly timetable.

#131 Street 143 Boeung Keng Kang 3 Phnom Penh, Kingdom of Cambodia

The Essentials

East-West International School has 500 pupils, instruction in English, Khmer.

Location
East–West International School is on Street 143 in Boeung Keng Kang 3 (BKK3), Phnom Penh; the website gives the address as #131 Street 143 (corner of Streets 360 and 143). The school describes itself as centrally located in the BKK3 neighbourhood and is reachable via Phnom Penh's main roads and local taxi/moto services.

Stages
The school runs from Early Years (Nursery/Pre‑K) through Primary and Secondary up to Grade 12, with the campus organised into Early Years, Primary and Secondary departments. Students follow IEYC/IPC/IMYC in younger years and Cambridge IGCSE/AS/A Level programs in Secondary; the site confirms classes from Nursery to Grade 12.

Type
EWIS operates as a bilingual Khmer–English day school; teachers deliver both Khmer and English instruction and families can choose the bilingual pathway or an English‑only program. The school is described as a co‑educational day school on third‑party school directories; no boarding provision is published on the school website.

Additional learning support
The school asks parents to provide medical records where relevant (for example, “in the case of learners with special needs”) and encourages parents to meet with management to discuss enrolment and individual needs. The website/handbook does not publish a detailed public learning‑support (SEN) policy, so parents should contact admissions to discuss specific support, assessment or external therapy arrangements.

Country affiliation
The school is based in Cambodia and is registered with the Cambodian Ministry of Education; it also follows international curricula and holds external accreditation (Western Association of Schools and Colleges) and offers Cambridge examinations. There is no single foreign country governing the school—its curricula and accreditations are a mix of Cambodian and international (Cambridge/WASC).

Religious affiliation
No religious affiliation is stated on the school website or handbook; the school presents itself as a secular, non‑religious institution.

School day structure
Published hours vary by level. The Early Years page lists a typical Early Years day as 7:30am–2:45pm with a detailed session breakdown; the parent handbook gives more granular school‑hour times (e.g. Nursery/Preschool: 7:30–11:00; Kindergarten–Grade 5: 7:30–2:30; some Secondary groups have earlier start or later finish times). Because different pages publish slightly different timings by program, please confirm current daily start/finish times for your child's year group with the school.

Bus service
The school lists transportation as a separate fee item in admissions information (fees for transportation are charged separately), and third‑party school directories note that a school bus service is available. The school website does not name a single transport provider or publish routes; if you need bus pickup/drop‑off, contact the admissions office for current routes, costs and the provider's safety/operating details.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
The school operates as a day school with no boarding provision.

Uniform Requirement
All students wear the prescribed school uniform; clothing must be modest and neat; immodest dress is not tolerated and may require a student to return home to change; comfortable shoes are encouraged; excessive jewelry or makeup are not allowed; for PE, students wear shorts or leggings, a T-shirt and running shoes and change into PE clothes at school.

Food Options
Lunches are provided in the on-site canteen by Hagar Catering Company and paid monthly; students may also bring their own lunch, which must be delivered to the school office in the morning; lunches should be packed in reusable containers and labeled with the student's full name and grade.

Governance and Ownership
The school is governed by a School Board; current board members include Ali Copple, Van Vannak, Oknha Chea Thilay, and Sandra Chipps.
Fees

Annual tuition at East-West International School ranges from KHR 4,320 to KHR 7,040 for 2026/27.

Application / Registration fee
- One‑time Registration Fee: USD 800 (paid once at admission).

Annual mandatory fees (per academic year)
- Material Fee: Early Years / Kindergarten / Grades 1–3 / Grades 4–5: USD 300. Grades 6–12: USD 400.
- Capital Fee: All year groups: USD 300 (annual).

Tuition fees by year group (full-year and per‑semester)
- Early Years (Nursery–Preschool–PreK): Tuition (Year) USD 4,320; Tuition (Semester) USD 2,210 (semester payments incur an additional USD 50).
- Kindergarten: Tuition (Year) USD 5,800; Tuition (Semester) USD 2,950 (semester payments incur an additional USD 50).
- Grades 1–3: Tuition (Year) USD 5,970; Tuition (Semester) USD 3,040 (semester payments incur an additional USD 50).
- Grades 4–5: Tuition (Year) USD 6,320; Tuition (Semester) USD 3,210 (semester payments incur an additional USD 50).
- Grades 6–8 (Middle School): Tuition (Year) USD 6,630; Tuition (Semester) USD 3,370 (semester payments incur an additional USD 50).
- Grades 9–12 (High School): Tuition (Year) USD 7,040; Tuition (Semester) USD 3,570 (semester payments incur an additional USD 50).

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Billing options: annual (full year) or per semester (semester payments carry a USD 50 surcharge). Registration is one‑time; Material and Capital fees are charged annually. Tuition is charged either annually or by semester as above. Tuition fees are not refundable or transferable. The school states that a place cannot be held unless the Material Fee is paid and that the school's fee collection policy governs late‑payment penalties.

Boarding
- East‑West operates as a day school; no boarding program or boarding fees are listed.

Other costs and mandatory items
- Separate/additional charges (amounts not listed in the fee table): lunch, transportation, uniforms, after‑school activities/ESL programs, field trips, and any exam or elective-specific costs. New students in Grades 3–5 are required to purchase a Chromebook (cost not specified).

Refunds and transfers
- Tuition fees are explicitly stated as not refundable and not transferable.

Payment methods and instructions
- Accepted payment channels noted: bank deposit at Cambodian Public Bank and payments via the ABA app or ABA machines; parents may also pay at the school campus. The published bank details include: Account Name: East‑West International School; Account Number: 010 02 13 000061. Parents are instructed to bring bank slips to the school office when using bank transfer or ABA.
Academics

East-West International School teaches Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, IMYC (International Middle Years Curriculum), IPC (International Primary Curriculum), IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge (Primary) for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum
The school offers Nursery through Grade 12 in a bilingual English–Khmer program. Early Years is taught in English; Elementary combines English and Khmer National Curriculum; Secondary follows the Cambridge International curriculum with IGCSE, AS and A Levels, and Khmer National Curriculum options. Cambridge International Standards guide English and Mathematics across the school, complemented by the IEYC, IPC and IMYC frameworks under the International Curriculum Association. The Khmer National Curriculum and MOEYS examinations are also offered. The campus is located in Phnom Penh's BKK3 area and the program emphasizes preparing students for admission to top universities worldwide.

Exam Results
The school offers Cambridge IGCSE and AS/A Level qualifications in the secondary program, alongside the Khmer MOEYS pathway. More than 95% of students go on to higher education.

Higher Education Progression
The school prepares students for higher education at top universities worldwide.
Parent Experience

History
East-West International School was established in 2006 and operates as a privately governed bilingual school. The school holds accreditation with the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and is a member of the East Asia Regional Council of Schools (EARCOS). Governance is by a school board that includes the school owner, representatives of NTC (the parent company), the founding principal Sandra Chipps, the current Head of School, and external members. These governance and accreditation details are published on the school website.

Community
The school describes a bilingual (English/Khmer) community with students and staff from more than 25 nationalities and regular school communications such as a weekly community update and the student newspaper “Thunder Times.” School-run events include seasonal community activities (for example, a Back‑to‑School Afternoon) and an active extra‑curricular program across sports, arts and student leadership. Athletics participation includes membership in a local inter-school sports league (PPAC8), and the school also runs student programs such as Model UN and annual House Games.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
East-West is located at the corner of Streets 360 and 143, in BKK 3. On the campus are two seven-story buildings, and a five-story building between them. Classrooms are spacious, especially in the newly developed Primary building.

Sports Facilities
The Thunderdome provides a basketball and volleyball court. The campus includes a swimming pool. These facilities support physical education and team sports.

Academic Facilities
On campus are biology, physics and chemistry laboratories; a library; art rooms; music rooms; and a STEAM Center; there is also an Assembly Hall.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Art rooms and music rooms support visual and performing arts activities. The STEAM Center enables integrated science, technology, engineering, arts and maths projects. An Assembly Hall hosts assemblies and performances. There are spacious shared eating and play areas and a garden that facilitate informal gatherings and outdoor activities.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school was established in 2006 and operates as Phnom Penh's bilingual school offering affordable education. It is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and offers Nursery through Grade 12. The Cambridge International curriculum is taught in Secondary, alongside local and international programs. The school provides access to multiple curricula including the Khmer National Curriculum (MOEYS), the International Primary Curriculum, and the International Middle Years Curriculum.

Cultural & Language
In Primary, students become fluent in English and Khmer, with literacy in both languages emphasized. In Secondary, the Cambridge International curriculum serves both first-language English speakers and English-language learners. The school has more than 25 nationalities among students and staff, reflecting its multilingual, international community.
Languages

Language Provision
The school teaches English and Khmer across Nursery to Grade 12. The Khmer National Curriculum approved by MOEYS is offered, alongside the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) and International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC). A full Cambridge program is provided in Secondary, including IGCSE, AS, and A Level classes.

Bilingual Teaching
The school offers bilingual education in English and Khmer. Early Years provide a bilingual learning environment, and Primary students become fluent in English and Khmer with literacy in both. In Secondary, the Cambridge International curriculum supports instruction for both first language and second language English speakers.
Reputation

Accreditations
Based on the school's own website, the following accreditations / formal recognitions are listed:

- Accrediting Commission for Schools — Western Association of Schools and Colleges (ACS WASC): East‑West was granted a six‑year WASC accreditation in 2013. ACS WASC is one of the regional U.S. school accrediting agencies; its role is to evaluate schools against agreed standards, support ongoing school improvement, and help validate programs and transcripts for transfer and university recognition.

- Registered with Cambodia's Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport (MOEYS) for the Khmer National Curriculum: the website states East‑West delivers the Khmer National Curriculum “approved by the MOEYS,” which indicates the school is authorised to teach the national curriculum and to register students for Cambodia's national examinations.

- Provider of Cambridge International examinations (CIE — IGCSE, AS and A Levels): the site states the school “offers courses and exams under the Cambridge International Exams (CIE) IGCSE and Advanced Levels,” which shows it runs Cambridge qualifications used for international university entry and recognised by many institutions worldwide. (This is a statement of what the school offers as listed on its site.)

- Membership in the East Asia Regional Council of Schools (EARCOS): the website notes East‑West is a member of EARCOS. EARCOS is a regional professional membership organisation for schools and educators in East Asia; membership is an institutional affiliation that provides networking, professional development, and peer connections (it is a membership/affiliation rather than an accreditation).
Admissions

Admissions
1. East-West invites you to visit the campus to discuss enrollment options. Request an appointment with the management team who will be happy to answer questions and guide you through the process. A campus visit helps you understand the school's environment and program structure. 2. Download enrollment materials from the admissions page, including Enrollment Materials Here, the Parents Handbook, and the Parent Behavior Policy. Read these documents to learn the basic information, policies, and expectations before applying. 3. Prepare the required documents: a completed and signed application, past school reports (if any), a birth certificate, and any medical records (if applicable). 4. Set an interview with designated staff: Elementary Principal for Nursery to Grade 5, or Secondary Principal for Grade 6–12; bring all required documents to the interview. The interview determines whether the child can be enrolled at East-West. 5. Parents are informed at the end of the interview whether enrollment is approved. If enrollment is offered, the admissions team will outline the next steps. 6. Pay the school fees after enrollment: the Registration Fee is a one-time payment; Material Fee and Capital Fee are annual; Tuition can be paid yearly or by semester. Fees for lunch, transportation, uniforms, after-school activities, and field trips are separate and independent from tuition. The Material Fee must be paid to hold a place. 7. For Grades 3–5, all new students must purchase a Chromebook. 8. Classes begin according to program: Early Years and Primary run 7:30am–2:45pm; Secondary follows a timetable that generally runs from about 7:10am to 3:10pm depending on the program and day.
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