Yes — teachers are native speakers for Khmer, English, and Chinese instruction, delivering authentic and effective education in our international-standard, multilingual programs.

Yes — extra support is offered, particularly through English language assistance, integrated Khmer and Chinese classes, and arranged extra lessons (at additional cost) for any subject or language area, ensuring no student is left behind in our student-centred, multilingual environment.

Khmer (Native/First Additional Language) & Chinese (Foreign/Additional Language)

Classrooms can hold up to 30 students, but we currently cap enrolment at a maximum of 26 per class while our new Early Years Campus is being built to prioritize individualized learning, engagement, and student wellbeing in our supportive, internationally minded environment.

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Yes — teaching assistants are employed, but only for Early Years Foundation stages, where they play a vital role in creating a supportive, responsive, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for the youngest students in our nurturing, international community.

Technology is used daily through computers connected to projectors for dynamic, visual, and interactive lessons, supplemented by digital platforms, resources, and occasional student device access, all designed to enrich our student-oriented teaching and prepare young leaders for a connected world.

Yes — we use and are fully prepared to use virtual classroom technologies, having successfully delivered online lessons via Google Classroom during the COVID-19 pandemic, and we stand ready to do so again to maintain educational continuity in any emergency.

No religious influence or teaching in the school program, but complete respect for each student's personal religious freedom within the framework of a safe, inclusive, and respectful community.

Cambodia’s Constitution guarantees freedom of religion and belief, and as an inclusive international school serving a diverse student body (local Khmer, expatriates, and others), TIA respects each student's personal right to practice their faith privately and respectfully. This may include individual prayer, observing religious holidays, wearing faith-related attire (e.g., hijab or other modest clothing), or following dietary practices—provided these do not disrupt classes, school routines, or the rights and comfort of fellow students and staff.

Students complete Cambridge IGCSE, AS/A Levels, and SAT examinations, with potential for additional recognised assessments as our programs evolve. This blend equips learners with flexible, high-value credentials tailored to diverse global academic and career goals.

2026 is our first year writing these examinations (Cambridge IGCSE, AS/A Levels, and SAT), so no prior student results exist yet. We are fully committed to delivering outstanding outcomes and will update transparently once results are released, reflecting the high-quality, future-ready education at TIA.

Yes, homework is assigned, but it is subject- and teacher-dependent, ensuring it supports academic growth without overwhelming students in our holistic, student-centred environment.

Homework completion time is student- and subject-dependent, with an emphasis on quality over quantity to promote effective learning while respecting students' overall well-being and balanced development in our international, student-centered environment.

No percentage is available yet, as the Grade 12 class of 2025/2026 is our first graduating group. TIA’s internationally aligned program and supportive environment are purposefully built to maximise every student’s chances of successful admission to higher education institutions worldwide—we look forward to reporting excellent results starting from 2026 onward.

No dedicated specialised staff or programs in-house

We support students with specific needs through partnerships with a special needs center, case-by-case inclusion, small-class advantages, and additional on-site wellbeing resources to help them integrate and succeed.

No dedicated gifted programs, but yes to inclusive support through differentiated teaching, small classes, rigorous academics, competitions, and extracurriculars that empower high-ability students to excel and reach their fullest potential in our nurturing, international environment.

Yes — access is provided via a connection to an off-site educational psychologist who will inturn provide onsite assessments and support as required, supplemented by our wellbeing team in our caring, student-centred environment.

Yes — an entry assessment is performed for most applicants (required for elementary onward)

Our evaluations are aligned with Cambridge Checkpoint standards in English, Math, Science, as well as the National Khmer Language, combined with report cards and an interview, to ensure the best possible start in our supportive, international learning environment.

No waiting list

Open enrolment year-round, supported by our school’s ongoing expansion, allowing families to join at any time, subject to grade-level availability and a smooth admissions process.

Yes — mid-year joining is permitted (and common due to rolling admissions), with close monitoring and tailored support to help students catch up on any missed work and integrate successfully into our supportive, international learning community.

School starts at 8:00 AM, with students required to be on campus by 7:45 AM for the best possible start to each day.

School ends at 4:00 PM Monday - Friday

Extended supervision, administrative support & extracurriculars:
Monday–Friday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturdays: 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Yes — a school bus service is available to students at an additional cost, providing safe, supervised, and convenient daily transportation in alignment with our commitment to student wellbeing and family support in our nurturing, international environment.

Yes — lunches are offered at an additional cost.

There is full accommodation for allergies and special dietary requests to keep every student nourished, safe, and focused in our caring, student-centred environment.

Yes, uniforms can be purchased onsite from our reception staff.

TIA offers a variety of extracurricular clubs and activities—including extra lessons in Khmer, Chinese, and Maths.
All students can sign up for one club in the First Term, and each club session takes place every Friday from 3:00 - 3:45 PM in our supportive, student-centred environment that nurtures well-rounded growth.

Yes, Physical Education is included in the core curriculum for all student.

Yes — TIA has sports teams and participates in competitions, including local interschool football leagues, Sports Days, and year-round after-school training in Football, Volleyball, Basketball, Table Tennis, Badminton, and Taekwondo, giving students exciting opportunities to compete, grow, and represent our nurturing, international school community.

TIA provides state-of-the-art non-sports facilities including a Library, Auditorium and Theatre, brand-new Science Lab, Art Room, Music Room, Cafeteria, and Movie/Games Room, all contributing to a rich, engaging, and supportive environment where students can explore, create, and thrive in our nurturing, globally minded community.

We offer a Sports Arena, Table Tennis Room, Football Field, and Playground, with a Swimming Pool coming soon, providing excellent opportunities for physical education, team sports, recreation, and skill-building in our nurturing, internationally minded environment.

TIA International School — Shaping young minds to be tomorrow’s leaders through Cambridge-aligned excellence, bilingual mastery (English, Khmer, Chinese), SAT preparation, holistic nurturing, and a vibrant, supportive community in the heart of Phnom Penh.

TIA’s teaching approach is fundamentally student-oriented, featuring active, project-based, inquiry-driven, and personalized learning in a nurturing, future-ready setting that prioritizes each child’s unique growth, engagement, and holistic development.