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Cambodia, Phnom Penh
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Khmer, French, and Mandarin are taught. Senior Kindergarten to Grade 9 students take language classes in Khmer, Mandarin, or French, with language study optional from Grade 10 onward. English as an Additional Language support is available for non-native English speakers. Khmer language and culture is offered as a credit-bearing course for Grades 10–12 under Alberta's system, enabling up to 15 credits toward an Alberta High School Diploma.
French Bilingual Program and Mandarin Bilingual Program are available for Senior Kindergarten through Grade 6. Students study the Alberta (Canadian) curriculum in the bilingual language for about 35% of the school day. Language assessments are required for Grades 2–6 admissions, and spaces are limited. The bilingual programs are included in tuition.
Canadian International School of Phnom Penh (CIS) is a private international school serving Nursery through Grade 12; the school opened in 2012 and is accredited by Alberta, Canada. CIS has three campuses (Koh Pich is the main campus for Elementary, Middle and High School) and publishes a 2025–2026 Fee Guide on its website for detailed tuition and payment plans. The school offers the Alberta (Canadian) curriculum in English and, as an IB World School, delivers the IB Primary Years Programme and IB Diploma Programme alongside Alberta pathways. CIS runs bilingual programs in French and Mandarin (the French program holds the LabelFrancÉducation recognition) and provides Khmer, Mandarin and French language classes across grade levels. Specialist programs noted on the website include an Artist-in-Residence program, a Soccer Academy (Grades 6–12), and robust after-school activities and clubs. Boarding and a bus/buggy service are listed among school services; prospective families are directed to the published fee guide and Admissions team for fee, boarding and transport details.
