CIA First International School
International School in Phnom Penh
5,500
27 (Cambodian)
24 avg / 24 max
Rolling
WASC
About CIA First International School
CIA FIRST International School is a private, non-sectarian international school. The school opened its doors in 2004 with 16 students and has since become home to over 2,000 children from more than 20 countries. To this day, the school remains true to its initial vision of providing excellent value, high quality, international standard education for working families, and thus prides itself on effecting positive social change in the region.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $3,274 – $7,389 |
| Annual tuition (local) | 13423976 Riels-30294108 Riels |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $6,832(+28%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $8,332 |
| Cost position in Phnom Penh | 50th percentile(mid-range) |
American
WASC Accredited High School Diploma, Local Khmer National Diploma, Advanced Placement (AP)
75% students : 3+ score
Khmer, Chinese
Based on a case-by-case basis. We are NOT a fully inclusive school.
Yes
EAL, ELL
Generally from 730am – Generally ends 3pm, followed by ECA (extra-curricular activities)
Yes
Upon request.
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Phnom Penh
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Moderately diverse
Common: Cambodian
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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