Paragon International School
International School in Phnom Penh
Quick answer
Paragon International School Cambodia (formerly Paragon ISC) serves 1,100 students from 18 nationalities aged 2 to 18 in Phnom Penh. The school delivers the National Curriculum of England with IGCSE and A Level pathways, accredited by CIS and CIE. Tuition $5,379-$10,460 per year — strong value for a 1,100-student multi-accredited British international school in Cambodia. Strong fit for Cambodian families and regional expats seeking British-track education at scale.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British leaving qualifications include IGCSE and A-Levels.
- Tuition: $5,379–$10,460/yr published annual range.
- 18 nationalities top: Cambodian.
- Ages: Ages 2 to 18 school day starts at Students may be dropped off as early as 7:50 am..
- Accreditations: CIS, CIE verified.
1,100
18 (Cambodian)
Rolling
CIS, CIE
IGCSE and A-Levels
About Paragon International School
Paragon International School (Cambodia) is one of Cambodia's premier independent international schools. Our school is accredited both by the Cambridge Assessment International Education and CIS (Council of International Schools). With more than 1200 students, Paragon ISC delivers bilingual and international programs from kindergarten to 12th grade for those seeking international education in Phnom Penh.
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.
- In-house specialist staff listed
- EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
Questions to ask the school
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $5,379 – $10,460 |
| Annual tuition (local) | 22053708 Riels-42884437 Riels |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $9,420(+19%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $10,920 |
| Cost position in Phnom Penh | 72th percentile(above average) |
British
IGCSE and A-Levels
IGCSE, A Levels
Khmer, Chinese, French
unknown
Learning support at Paragon ISC is flexible, and the school will always look to cater to the needs of an individual student. One-to-one support may be given, as well as support to smaller classes or within a main class. The school is not a special needs education school (SEN) but will support any of its students who have mild learning difficulties.
English as a Second Language
Students may be dropped off as early as 7:50 am. – 15:30
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
Student Diversity
Moderately diverse
Common: Cambodian
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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