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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.
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
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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
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Parent Experience
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Facilities
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Extra-Curricular Activities
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Languages
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Reputation
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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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FAQs
Where is Dadi-Prestige International Academy located in Phnom Penh?
Dadi-Prestige International Academy is at 18A, Street 370, Boeng Keng Kong 1, Phnom Penh, Cambodia. The campus is in central Phnom Penh and accessible via local roads.
What ages does the school serve and what curricula guide the education?
Nursery and Kindergarten enrolment begins from age 2, with primary education following. The academy follows Cambridge International Curriculum, the Chinese Standard Curriculum, and the National Curriculum of Cambodia in a trilingual setting.
Is Dadi-Prestige International Academy a boarding school?
No boarding program is published. DPIA operates as nursery, kindergarten and primary with after-school options, all on a day basis.
Are tuition and fees published publicly?
Tuition is provided as a customized quotation and varies by age, program and timing; there is no published standard fee schedule.
Is there an application fee, and how are admissions priced?
There is no published amount for an application fee; parents must request a personalized quotation via the school's contact channels.
When are the school terms and dates, and how is enrollment handled?
The school operates a four-term calendar: Term 1 Aug 5–Oct 18, Term 2 Oct 28–Jan 10, Term 3 Jan 20–Apr 4, Term 4 Apr 21–Jul 4. Enrollment and fee payment are completed at enrollment.
What languages are used for instruction at DPIA?
DPIA runs in a trilingual environment: English, Khmer and Mandarin Chinese, with English taught as part of the international curriculum and additional Khmer and Mandarin instruction.
How is language instruction allocated for Grades 1–6?
In Grades 1–6, English is taught for about 24 hours per week, Khmer language and culture for about 16 hours per week, and Mandarin Chinese for about 6 hours per week, though hours may vary by grade and emphasis.
What other academic or enrichment subjects are included in the core program?
Beyond the core curricula, the program includes Swimming, Computer Literacy, Arts and Painting, and wellbeing support through Student Support and Wellbeing.
What facilities does the DPIA campus offer?
The seven-story campus includes a playground, swimming pool, sports hall, canteen, art room, computer lab and library, with classrooms arranged as learning stations for Kindergarten and an international setup for Primary.
Are there dedicated spaces for arts or technology?
Yes, there is an art room, a computer lab and a library to support a broad learning experience.
What after-school activities are available?
The After School Program offers Chinese language courses (including Pinyin and Chinese Calligraphy), English and Khmer, Swimming, Ballet and Hip-Hop, Taekwondo, and Drone and Coding.
What wellbeing and support services does the school provide?
Student Support and Wellbeing are integrated into the Primary program, promoting emotional and social development in a safe and nurturing environment.
How does the school support English and other language learners (EAL)?
DPIA uses a trilingual curriculum (English, Khmer and Mandarin), with English instruction as part of the first international curriculum and dedicated hours for Khmer and Mandarin.
Is there a house system or uniform policy publicly detailed?
Details about a house system or uniform policy are not published in the available information.
What is the governing or partnership structure of the school?
Dadi-Prestige International Academy operates in partnership with Dadi China, a publicly listed education group with more than 600 campuses worldwide and over 150,000 students.
What is the school's reputation in terms of accreditations or awards?
There are no published accreditations or awards listed for DPIA.
What languages are taught at the school, and is there an immersion option?
English, Khmer and Mandarin are taught; the school operates in a tri-lingual environment, with no explicit immersion program noted beyond the trilingual curriculum.
How can parents stay connected with the school and hear updates?
Parents can receive real-time updates via ClassDojo, use Telegram as the main parent chat (with WeChat and WhatsApp as alternatives), and read the monthly newsletter and calendar for upcoming activities.
When was the school established and what is its origin?
Dadi-Prestige International Academy opened in 2018 as part of the Dadi China education group, which has a large global presence.
