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IB international schools in Cambodia are concentrated mainly in Phnom Penh with a smaller cluster in Siem Reap, and many institutions in those cities are authorised to deliver one or more IB programmes (Primary Years, Middle Years and Diploma). English is the most common medium of instruction at IB international schools, while Khmer is taught as a required or offered language and additional languages such as French or Chinese are frequently available. Tuition varies widely by school and year group; family budgeting guides and local cost surveys show a broad annual range in Phnom Penh from lower-cost options into the mid-five-figures (US dollars) once enrolment/capital fees, transport, meals and exam charges are included. Admissions generally run on a rolling basis and the international-school academic year commonly begins in August or September, so parents should apply as soon as they know arrival plans and expect placement testing, documentary checks and possible waiting lists for popular year groups.
Which IB programmes are offered and what ages do they cover?
IB schools typically offer one or more of the IB programmes: the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for early years and primary-aged children, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for approximately ages 11 - 16, and the Diploma Programme (DP) for roughly ages 16 - 19. These age bands are the IB’s standard framework, though individual schools may implement slightly different year-group structures.
What language(s) will my child be taught in and how is Khmer included?
Most IB international schools in Cambodia teach primarily in English, while offering Khmer either as a subject or an integrated language programme to meet local expectations and support heritage learners. Many schools also offer other modern languages such as French, Chinese or Spanish as additional language options. Parents should check each school’s language policy and how much class time is allocated to Khmer and to mother-tongue support.
How much should we expect to pay each year?
Annual tuition in Phnom Penh varies substantially between schools and year groups; recent guides put the spectrum from several thousand US dollars at lower-cost providers up to the mid-five-figure range at long-established international schools, and average figures for many mid-range schools sit around the low-to-mid-four-figure monthly equivalent. Beyond tuition, expect non-refundable application fees, one-off or annual capital/enrolment charges, transport and meal costs, and senior-year examination or external assessment fees. Budgeting for the full first-year cost (including extras) will give a more accurate picture than tuition alone.
When should we apply and what does the admissions process usually involve?
Most international schools in Cambodia operate rolling admissions, so families should submit applications as soon as they know their moving date rather than waiting for a single deadline; the main academic intake is commonly August/September. The process typically includes an online application, provision of school records and immunisation data, an entrance or placement assessment (which can often be done remotely), and sometimes an interview or trial day; popular year groups can have waiting lists. Parents should confirm specific documentary and visa requirements directly with their chosen schools.
What should parents look for when choosing an IB school in Cambodia?
Look for IB authorisation status for the specific programme(s) you need, published information on curriculum and assessment, clarity about language provision and mother-tongue support, and transparency over full fees and additional costs. Also consider staff qualifications, cohort sizes and how the school supports transitions for mobile families (remote assessments, orientation, and learning-support services), and visit or request virtual meetings to judge classroom practice and pastoral care. Checking recent parent guides and speaking with current families can help confirm how the school’s published policies work in everyday practice.
