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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.

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.

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.

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.

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).

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

The school prepares students for higher education at top universities worldwide.

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.

165 Phnom Penh Thmey, Sen Sok, Phnom Penh, Cambodia. The campus is located in the Phnom Penh Thmey area within the Sen Sok district. Transport arrangements are not published by Brightstar. The campus features facilities such as a swimming pool, sports fields, an organic farm, a library, a science lab, an ICT room, and a health clinic.

IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum) for 2–5+ year olds (early years) and a Cambridge curriculum aligned primary program. Grade Level Placement lists classes from Pre-Nursery through Year 6 (ages approximately 1.5–11). Cambridge Curriculum describes primary learning for ages 5–11 and notes progression toward Cambridge Lower Secondary.

Private international day school. No boarding facilities are listed.

No specific SEN provisions are described in Brightstar's published materials.

No country affiliation is stated; the school operates in Cambodia with Cambridge/IEYC curricula.

No religious affiliation is indicated.

Opening hours are 8:00 AM–4:30 PM Monday to Friday, and 8:00 AM–4:30 PM on Saturdays.

A school bus service is not advertised on Brightstar's site; no transportation arrangements are listed.

BISPP offers a holistic curriculum with Pre-Nursery/Nursery following the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC), EY1/EY2 using the Cambridge Early Years Curriculum, and Years 1 to 6 following the Cambridge Primary Curriculum, alongside the Cambodian National Curriculum and Chinese language. The Cambridge Primary Curriculum for Years 1 to 6 covers English as a Second Language, Mathematics, Science, ICT, Art & Design, PSHE, Music, Global Perspectives, Digital Literacy, and Physical Education. Cambridge Global Perspectives is offered for learners aged 5 to 11 as part of the primary program, with Cambridge ICT Starters and Digital Literacy to develop ICT and information skills. The language policy uses English as the language of instruction across subjects, with Khmer literacy taught weekly and Chinese offered as an additional language. The overall curriculum combines Cambridge-based frameworks with the Cambodian National Curriculum to provide a broad, internationally oriented program.

The school emphasizes social and emotional development and maintains a caring, inclusive learning community. SEL-related support is reflected in pastoral care integrated into the curriculum and school life. The school expresses its SEL orientation through values on the homepage, including Service, Tolerance, Aspiration, and Respect, which promote respectful relationships and well-being. Student well-being is supported by a full-time School Nurse and trained first-aiders, with a licensed lifeguard for swimming. Information on students' medical and behavioural history is collected during Parent Orientation to tailor support.

SEN information is collected at Parent Orientation, including medical and behavioural history; examples of SEN include speech or developmental delays, ADHD, and autism. The published materials specify these SEN examples but do not provide details on the scope of SEN services or staff. BISPP's Code of Conduct emphasizes inclusion and accommodation of diversity, including disability. Safeguarding and pupil welfare are integrated into staff practices as part of the Code of Conduct. A School Nurse and first-aid staff exist to address general health needs, though explicit SEN-specific medical support is not described.

English is the language of instruction, with Khmer literacy taught weekly and Chinese offered as an additional language. English is the medium for all subjects, creating an inclusive and cohesive community. There is no explicit EAL program described in BISPP's publicly posted documents. Khmer literacy aligns with the Cambodian national curriculum, and Chinese is offered as an additional language. If families require EAL-specific support, published materials do not detail dedicated EAL services.

The school highlights emotional development and a safe, inclusive environment for students. Pastoral care is referenced as part of student welfare in the Health and Safety Policy. A School Nurse is on staff, supported by trained first-aiders and a licensed lifeguard for swimming. The school's core values—Service, Tolerance, Aspiration, and Respect—support positive relationships and wellbeing. Orientation activities collect medical and behavioural history to help monitor and address wellbeing needs.

Staff must comply with duties to promote safety and welfare and to observe child protection policies as outlined in the Code of Conduct. BISPP has a formal Complaints Policy to handle concerns, including safeguarding considerations. The Complaints Policy outlines informal and formal stages, timelines, and confidentiality. The Health and Safety Policy requires safety practices and welfare for students and staff, including safeguarding. The presence of a School Nurse and trained first-aiders contributes to safeguarding by ensuring medical support on campus.

1. Stage 1 – Application submission and document check. The applicant completes and signs the BISPP admission form and submits it along with supporting documents: a copy of the family book, the parent's passport or identification document, the student's birth certificate or passport, three recent passport‑sized photographs, a copy of the vaccination certificate, copies of previous school reports, and an application fee. The registrar reviews the submission to verify completeness and to determine initial eligibility. Placement of the student at BISPP also follows age‑based criteria aligned to the Cambridge curriculum; parents should consult the Grade Level Placement table to confirm the correct class. This stage establishes whether the application can advance to testing.

2. Stage 2 – Admission test and interview. Applicants proceed to an hour‑long cognitive test, after which an interview is conducted with the academic manager. If the test and interview are successful, the application is accepted; if not, BISPP conducts a communication session with the parents to discuss next steps. The admissions process does not publish a formal waitlist or pool system; all decisions proceed through testing, interview, and document review.