NIRA International School
International School in Phnom Penh
Quick answer
NIRA International School offers a multi-track British and French programme, with notably small class sizes averaging 15 students. Well-suited to budget-conscious families. Tuition of $4,725–$6,868/year is in line with Phnom Penh averages. The student body draws from 25 nationalities.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British, French taught at NIRA International School.
- Tuition: $4,725–$6,868/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 15 (max 24) Phnom Penh international school · 350 students total.
- 25 nationalities top: Outside Cambodians (local), Korean, French and American are the most common nationalities..
- Ages: Ages 2 to 15 school day starts at 8:00.
- Accreditations: CIE verified.
350
25 (Outside Cambodians (local), Korean, French and American are the most common nationalities.)
15 avg / 24 max
Rolling
CIE
About NIRA International School
NIRA International School, with its 6000 square meters campus, its garden & sports facility gives students a real opportunity to thrive. NIRA is accredited by Cambridge International Education and Label France Education, providing internationally-recognized dual language programs. Khmer and Chinese is also part of our curriculum, starting in Primary.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states some support, but key details aren't published — confirm the gaps below before applying.
Why this matters
Special-needs provision at international schools varies widely and is rarely guaranteed by the school itself — and local legal duties differ by country. Confirm what this school provides, in writing, before you commit.
- Educational psychologist available
- EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —In-house specialist staff not listed
Questions to ask the school
- Can you support a child with my child's specific need (e.g. dyslexia, ADHD, autism), and have you done so this year? Ask for concrete examples.
- Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $4,725 – $6,868 |
| Annual tuition (local) | 19374007 Riels-28159894 Riels |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $7,297(+26%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $8,797 |
| Cost position in Phnom Penh | 56th percentile(above average) |
British, French
Chinese
unknown
No
Yes, we have extra curricular classes as well as program to help with homeworks.
8:00 – 16:00
Yes
Yes
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Phnom Penh
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Moderately diverse
Common: Outside Cambodians (local), Korean, French and American are the most common nationalities.
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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