Quick summary of key school information
School details
Number of students |
2500 |
Number of nationalities represented in the school |
3 |
Most common nationality |
Cambodian |
Ratio of local students to international students |
2% |
Native English and Khmer speaking teachers |
Yes, they are |
Language support for students not fluent in English and Khmer |
Students who attend ALIS in 1st or 2nd grade and struggle with the language of instruction are offered help in two forms: additional class after school that target the langauge usage and resources classes that are offered during school hours. |
Additional language classes offered by the school |
Students from Kindergarten (4 years old) to Grade 12 are required to take Chinese as their third language. Upon moving to high school, they can either choose Thai or continue with their Chinese studies. |
Max. number of students per class |
25 |
Average number of students per class |
23 |
Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes, the teaching assistants are available from Kindergarten 3 to Grade 5. |
Use of technology in the classroom |
We incorporate different technologies in the classroom according to different grade levels and needs. Students in Kindergarten to Grade 3 have access to TVs and projectors that allow them to explore their learning with music, educational videos, and etc. Starting from Grade 4 to Grade 5, students are introduced to computer class where they learn the basic computer skills such as typing and using Google Classroom. Once they move to Grade 6 and above, using technologies become a daily tasks where they engage in activities such as preparing for a presentation, online quizzes, online school work submission, Edpuzzle, and etc. |
Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures) |
During Covid-19 pandemic, we used Google Classroom and Google Meet as our means for online learning for all grade levels. The platforms are still being used for those in Grade 6 to 12 in some subject for online videos, reading activities, and other tasks. |
Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
Although we are a Christian school, all religions are welcome to our school. We also offer Bible Club for the after school program. Our school day are for student learning. |
How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
Although we are a Christian school, all religions are welcome among our students and our staff members. As a part of learning, we do not limit the introduction to other religion. For example, the values of Buddism is still taught to our students in our Cambodian program school as a part of the curriculum of the Cambodian Minsitry of Education. |
External examinations or assessments available |
We have SAT10, PSAT, NMSQT, and SAT as our mandatory tests for middle school and high school. |
Results in these examinations |
Our students across all grade levels do meet the expected scores for their grade level and their age, if not exceed the expectation. In fact, our mean score in the PSAT in 2024-205 is 1035 which is higher than the global average of 998. In addition, our mean score for the SAT in 2024-2025 is 1116 with our highest scorer earning 1480. |
Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes, they do across all three languages program. Our homework covers variety of tasks to help student develop different skills, not just the memorization of the materials. Those include writing, presentation, group projects, etc. |
Approximate hours of homework given |
For small homework, students are only given a day to complete their work. However, for bigger projects, students are given from 3 days to 2 weeks to complete their work. |
Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% of our students attend high educational institutions both locally and internationally. |
Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
We do have counseling office for students who seek help in accademics and emotionals support. However, we are not in the position for special learning students. |
Learning support offered |
We are not specilalized in the field of special learning. However, if we feel that any students who are likely to fall into the spectrum, we will meet with parent and refer them to the right place. |
The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
For student in Grade 10 to 12, we offer dual enrollment program where students can earn both their high school and university credit. students need to attain a 3.25 GPA at the end of grade 9 for them to be elgible for the program. |
Student access to education psychologist |
We don't provide this kind of access. Howerver, we have counseling office where student can seek their academic and emotional support. |
Entry evaluation for students |
Student from Kindergarten 5 to Grade 9 will sit for the entrance exam when enrolling in our school. |
Brief description of entry evaluation required |
We perform reading and writing test to measure student knowledge in the entrance exam. |
Waiting list |
Yes, there is. |
Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
We start the enrollment for new academics year as early as January. We will stop accepting the student for the grade level that reach the maximum amount or when we already start the new academic year. |
Students can join after academic year begins |
We only allow students who in Kidergarten 3 and Kindergarten 4 to be able to register after the academic year has started. |
School start time |
For Kindergarten 3 to Grade 5, the normal school day start from 7:45 to 4:00. For Grade 6 to 12, the nomral school day start from 7:20 to 4:45. |
School finish time |
For Kindergarten 3 to Grade 5, student finishes at 4:00. For Grade 6 to 12, students finishs at 4:45. |
Supervised care before/after school |
We do not have this kind of service. However, for students from Grade 3 and higher, they are allow to attend the after school program as an extra curricular activies. |
School bus service available |
The school bus service is not available. |
School provided lunches |
Yes, we do offer lunch service. |
Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
We only provide food available on the menu. We do not have special diets service. |
Uniform required |
Yes. both for female and male students. |
Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
We have bible club, debate club, journalism club, dance club and sports club. |
Sports activities included |
Swimming is included in the school curriculum across all grade levels. |
Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
We have in hourse swimming competition, Taekwando competition and basketball cometition. |
Facilities at the school |
We have computer lab, science lab, library, dance hall and conference hall. |
Sports facilities at the school |
We have swimming pools, basketbal court and table tennis |
Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Strong , Well educated, Christian Leaders, the future of Cambodia |