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Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Christian Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Taught languages English, Khmer
Typical class size 25
Strengths Performing Arts, STEM, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Arts and Creative, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form, Preschool
Introduction
Asian Hope International School (AHIS) is a bilingual Christian day school in Phnom Penh serving Preschool (Early Years) through Year 12. The school opened in January 2010 and describes its curriculum as an integration of the English National Curriculum with the Cambodian national curriculum. From Year 10 students follow Cambridge IGCSE courses and Years 6, 9 and 12 sit national examinations. The school has campus facilities that support academic and creative programmes, including two libraries, a Primary STEAM room, a Secondary maker-space and science labs, an auditorium and a 25m swimming pool. AHIS also notes full PK–12 WASC (ACS WASC) accreditation. For international families, the school highlights bilingual (English/Khmer) teaching, preparation for both Cambodian national exams and Cambridge IGCS.
Asian Hope International School has 600 pupils, typical class sizes of 25, instruction in English, Khmer.
Location
Asian Hope International School is located in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, in the Sen Sok district. The campus address is 68 Street Lum, Chres Village, Kork Khleang, Sen Sok, Phnom Penh 120806. The school sits within a residential area and is accessible by local roads; a Google Map location is provided for directions.
Stages
AHIS comprises three levels: Early Years, Primary, and Secondary. Early Years covers ages 3 to Year 1, Primary runs from Year 2 to Year 6, and Secondary covers Years 7 to 12.
Type
The school is a co-educational day school.
Pupil Nationality Mix
Not publicly published.
Additional learning support
The school provides English as an Additional Language (EAL) support for students developing English proficiency. It also has Special Educational Needs (SEN) staff who can support students in mainstream classrooms or in small-group or individual sessions, along with Khmer language support. A school nurse is on site.
Country affiliation
There is no formal country affiliation. The curriculum combines the Cambodian National Curriculum with the English National Curriculum, and Cambridge IGCSE is offered from Year 10, with Cambodian national exams in Years 9 and 12.
Religious affiliation
The school has a Christian orientation and integrates Biblical principles into its education. This mission is reflected in staffing and leadership expectations.
School day structure
School days commonly begin around 7:30 for Primary and Secondary, and around 8:00 for Early Years, with finish times near 3:00. Lunch is provided as an option for families.
Bus service
There is no school bus service.
Diving Deeper
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Fees
Annual tuition at Asian Hope International School ranges from KHR 18,440,708 to KHR 24,511,176 for 2026/27.
Application and one‑time enrollment fees
- Application fee: KHR 100,481. - New‑student registration fee (one‑time): KHR 1,607,700 (listed as USD 400 in the school's published tuition schedule). Both the registration and application fees are non‑refundable.
Annual tuition fees by year group (published amounts for the current academic year)
- Kindergarten 1–3 (K1–K3): Annual tuition KHR 18,424,241. - Calculated per month (10‑month billing): KHR 1,842,424 (annual ÷ 10). - Calculated per semester (assumes two 5‑month semesters): KHR 9,212,121 (annual ÷ 2). (Per‑month and per‑semester figures are calculated from the published annual fee and the school's 10‑month billing schedule.)
Note: an example total for a new Kindergarten child (first year) that includes one‑time fees is shown as KHR 20,132,422 (this total breaks down into application, registration, annual tuition, school improvement and technology fees).
Published equivalent fee figures in USD (school's published schedule for a recent year)
- KG 1–3: Annual USD 3,795; per semester USD 1,903; per month (10 months) USD 385; annual lunch service USD 380. - Grades 1–5: Annual USD 4,067; per semester USD 2,038; per month USD 413; annual lunch service (Grades 4–5) USD 450. - Grade 6: Annual USD 4,177; per semester USD 2,093; per month USD 424; annual lunch USD 450. - Grades 7–9: Annual USD 4,919; per semester USD 2,465; per month USD 498; annual lunch USD 480. - Grades 10–11: Annual USD 5,161; per semester USD 2,586; per month USD 521; annual lunch USD 480. - Grade 12: Annual USD 5,051; per semester USD 2,531; per month USD 510; annual lunch USD 480.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Invoices are issued in 10 monthly instalments (August to May) unless the family pays the full year up front. Payments are due on the 1st of each month, with the first payment due on the first business day of August. A service charge of 10% applies to payments not received by the 10th of the month. Non‑payment for two consecutive months may result in withdrawal of the student. The school states that full annual fees remain payable regardless of early leave or early termination.
Boarding fees
- No boarding provision or boarding fees are published for Asian Hope International School; the school's published information and fee schedules describe day‑school tuition and associated fees only. No boarding charges are listed.
Other recurring or optional costs
- School Improvement fee (annual): USD 300 for the first child; USD 150 for the second child; USD 50 for the third and subsequent children. This fee is non‑refundable. - Technology fee (annual): USD 100 per student; non‑refundable and due at reenrollment. KHR equivalent figures for the technology and school improvement fees are published in the 2025/2026 breakdown. - Lunch service: annual lunch charges are published by grade (examples in USD are listed above). - Testing fee: USD 25 (applicable from Year 1 upwards); non‑refundable. - Uniforms, school supplies and extracurricular activity fees are not itemised in the school's published tuition table; families are typically responsible for uniform purchases and optional activity charges (no fixed uniform price is published in the school's fee schedule).
Refund information and non‑refundable items
- Certain fees are explicitly non‑refundable: application fee, testing fee, registration fee, school improvement fee and technology fee are listed as non‑refundable. The published payment terms state that full annual school fees remain payable regardless of early leave or early termination, and absences do not result in tuition discounts. These terms indicate a limited refund stance for tuition once the year is invoiced.
Fee payment options and practical notes
- The published fee schedule issues invoices for 10 monthly instalments or an annual payment option and specifies due dates and late‑payment penalties. The published fee schedule does not list specific accepted payment channels (for example, bank‑transfer details or card processor names) in the fee table; payment arrangements are handled through the school's finance/admissions office.
Summary
- Annual tuition by grade is published in KHR for the 2025/2026 academic year (listed above), with a first‑year total example that includes one‑time registration/application/technology/improvement fees. Equivalent USD fee schedules and the school's detailed payment terms (10‑month invoices, due dates, late fee and non‑refundable items) are published in the school's tuition schedule. Parents should note the school's requirement that fees are invoiced over 10 months (August–May), the 10% late payment service charge after the 10th of each month, and that some items are non‑refundable.
Academics
Asian Hope International School teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Christian Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage) for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
Asian Hope International School offers a bilingual curriculum taught in English and Khmer, based on an integration of the English National Curriculum with the Cambodian National Curriculum delivered through an inquiry-based approach. Early Years (3 years to Year 1) follow the UK Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum, with a play-based, child-centered approach and a strong emphasis on early literacy and numeracy; Jolly Phonics supports reading and writing, alongside Khmer language enrichment. Primary (Years 2–6) uses a combined English and Cambodian curriculum delivered in both languages, with topic-based learning in history, geography and sciences, and a weekly joint English–Khmer lesson; Year 6 sits the Cambodian national exam. Secondary (Years 7–12) extends the integrated curriculum with Project Based Learning, continuing bilingual literacy and expanding into Art, Music, Technology and Design, while teaching from a Christian worldview. Qualifications: Cambodian National Examinations are taken in Years 6, 9 and 12; from Year 10 onward students can undertake Cambridge IGCSE examinations, which are internationally recognized and provide pathways to higher education.
Student Teacher Ratio
Approximately 756 students with around 50 international teachers; no formal published student-to-teacher ratio.
Exam Results
Cambodian National Examinations are taken in Years 6, 9 and 12; from Year 10 onward Cambridge IGCSE examinations are offered, which are internationally recognized.
Higher Education Progression
Graduates may pursue higher education in Cambodian universities or international universities, with Cambridge IGCSE offering widely recognized credentials for entry to many institutions.
Wellbeing
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Parent Experience
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Reputation
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Admissions
Admissions
AHIS welcomes children from all backgrounds and beliefs. The school has a Christian tradition and teaches from a Biblical perspective, but there is no requirement that families be Christian. To apply, provide for each child a completed application form, recent passport photos (EY1–EY3: 2; Years 4–10: 4), a latest school report, a copy of the birth certificate, a vaccination record, a non-refundable application fee of $25, and a non-refundable testing fee of $25. Deliver the complete application in person to the Phnom Penh campus at 68 Street Lum, Chres Village, Kork Kleang, Sen Sok, Phnom Penh 120806. For AHIS–Siem Reap, deliver to Sala Kheav Road, Tropang Treng Village, Sala Kamruek, Siem Reap, 171204. Children may be required to sit an assessment to help place them in the right groups; an appointment for the assessment will be scheduled after the application is received. For Year 1 and above, the entrance assessment covers English and Maths, English reading, and Khmer reading and Khmer writing. For EY1–EY3, an assessment with the Head of Early Years determines readiness and appointments are made after the application is received. In Siem Reap, an assessment may also be used for placement in the correct class.
School Events
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FAQs
What curriculum does Asian Hope International School follow?
Asian Hope International School offers a bilingual curriculum taught in English and Khmer, based on an integration of the English National Curriculum with the Cambodian National Curriculum delivered through an inquiry-based approach. Early Years (3 years to Year 1) follow the UK Early Years Foundati
What age range does Asian Hope International School serve?
Asian Hope International School serves students from age 3 to 18.
What are the tuition fees?
Annual fees range from approximately 18440708 to 24511176.
How many students attend Asian Hope International School?
Approximately 600 students.
Where is Asian Hope International School located?
Asian Hope International School is located in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, in the Sen Sok district. The campus address is 68 Street Lum, Chres Village, Kork Khleang, Sen Sok, Phnom Penh 120806. The school sits within a residential area and is accessible by
Does Asian Hope International School have a religious affiliation?
The school has a Christian orientation and integrates Biblical principles into its education. This mission is reflected in staffing and leadership expectations.
Does Asian Hope International School offer learning support?
The school employs Special Needs staff to support students with learning differences. Support can occur in the mainstream classroom or through withdrawal for specialist tuition to develop academics as well as social and life skills. A Learning Support Assistant can be appointed to support the child
What is the admissions process?
AHIS welcomes children from all backgrounds and beliefs. The school has a Christian tradition and teaches from a Biblical perspective, but there is no requirement that families be Christian. To apply, provide for each child a completed application form, recent passport photos (EY1–EY3: 2; Years 4–10
What facilities does Asian Hope International School have?
AHIS is set on a beautiful campus with facilities to support the education of children from Early Years to Year 12. Across EY/Primary and Secondary buildings there are light-filled, spacious classrooms, two libraries, a Secondary Maker-space and science labs, a Primary STEAM room, a dance room, an a
What extracurricular activities are available?
Art, music, and dance are offered as after-school activities. The school has a dedicated dance room and an auditorium for performances. AHIS stages school productions, such as The Shepherd King.
Who leads Asian Hope International School?
The school is led by Sien Huwel.
When was Asian Hope International School established?
Asian Hope International School was established in 2010.
Is Asian Hope International School accredited?
ACS WASC accreditation for PK-12.
What is the school community like?
AHIS describes its community as a safe, Christian environment where every child is valued. Classes are taught in English and Khmer, blending the English National Curriculum with the Cambodian National
What are the university pathways?
Graduates may pursue higher education in Cambodian universities or international universities, with Cambridge IGCSE offering widely recognized credentials for entry to many institutions.
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